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Pricing is determined by several factors:
Pricing is determined by several factors:
- type of item (afghan, scarf, wrap, etc.)
- size of item
- type of yarn used
- and intricacy of the pattern desired
I will work with you to design your custom crochet treasure. It can be as simple as you telling me what size and color(s) you desire, to as detailed as you picking the exact pattern, size, and yarn used.
I will work with you to design your custom crochet treasure. It can be as simple as you telling me what size and color(s) you desire, to as detailed as you picking the exact pattern, size, and yarn used.
Below, you can find information on different types of yarn fibers as well as yar weights. Please know that some yarns will not work well with some patterns.
Below, you can find information on different types of yarn fibers as well as yar weights. Please know that some yarns will not work well with some patterns.
And, as with any handmade creation, there will be slight imperfections (which usually only I can find), and no two items will be perfectly identical to one another.
And, as with any handmade creation, there will be slight imperfections (which usually only I can find), and no two items will be perfectly identical to one another.
Yarn Types: Animal Fibers
Wool
A warm and durable yarn, but it can be itchy especially if one has wool allergies. Wool has many varieties depending on the breed of sheep. Common wool types are Merino, Shetland, Icelandic, and Lambswool. Wool items will shrink, so they must be hand washed in cool water or dry cleaned.
A warm and durable yarn, but it can be itchy especially if one has wool allergies. Wool has many varieties depending on the breed of sheep. Common wool types are Merino, Shetland, Icelandic, and Lambswool. Wool items will shrink, so they must be hand washed in cool water or dry cleaned.
Merino Wool
This yarn comes from merino sheep. It's soft and does not affect those allergic to wool. It can "pill". It does need to be hand washed.
This yarn comes from merino sheep. It's soft and does not affect those allergic to wool. It can "pill". It does need to be hand washed.
Alpaca
This yarn comes from alpacas. It is warmer than wool. It does not hold its shape as well as wool, but it is soft.
This yarn comes from alpacas. It is warmer than wool. It does not hold its shape as well as wool, but it is soft.
This yarn is pricey and must be hand washed.
This yarn is pricey and must be hand washed.
Cashmere
A fluffy and soft yarn, but it isn't as strong, and it's expensive because goats must be hand combed to get the fleece. It must be hand washed or dry cleaned.
A fluffy and soft yarn, but it isn't as strong, and it's expensive because goats must be hand combed to get the fleece. It must be hand washed or dry cleaned.
Angora
This yarn comes from angora rabbits. A soft, fine yarn, it is often blended with acrylic or wool to help it keep its shape. Angora must be hand washed or dry cleaned.
This yarn comes from angora rabbits. A soft, fine yarn, it is often blended with acrylic or wool to help it keep its shape. Angora must be hand washed or dry cleaned.
Llama
Not as soft as alpaca, llama is a great yarn for hard-wearing items. It must be hand washed or dry cleaned.
Not as soft as alpaca, llama is a great yarn for hard-wearing items. It must be hand washed or dry cleaned.
Mohair
Mohair yarns come from Angora goats and are very expensive. It is very warm, shiny, and soft. It should be hand washed, but can be washed on the gentle cycle.
Mohair yarns come from Angora goats and are very expensive. It is very warm, shiny, and soft. It should be hand washed, but can be washed on the gentle cycle.
Silk
An expensive yarn, but it is strong. It is not very warm, so this yarn is best for lightweight or summer items. It requires gentle hand washing or dry cleaning.
An expensive yarn, but it is strong. It is not very warm, so this yarn is best for lightweight or summer items. It requires gentle hand washing or dry cleaning.
Yarn Types: Plant-Based Fibers
Cotton
This is a strong yarn, but it can lose shape easily. It is light and breathable so it's a good choice for warmer climates. Cotton yarns can be machine washed.
This is a strong yarn, but it can lose shape easily. It is light and breathable so it's a good choice for warmer climates. Cotton yarns can be machine washed.
Hemp
An eco-friendly yarn as the plant grows faster than cotton, it has transitioned from a weaving fiber to yarns. It is hard-wearing. It does require hand washing.
An eco-friendly yarn as the plant grows faster than cotton, it has transitioned from a weaving fiber to yarns. It is hard-wearing. It does require hand washing.
Bamboo
A lightweight and silky yarn, bamboo drapes nicely. It's not as warm as other types of yarn.
A lightweight and silky yarn, bamboo drapes nicely. It's not as warm as other types of yarn.
Linen
Made from the flax plant, linen yarns are cool, breathable, and dry fast. It is machine washable.
Made from the flax plant, linen yarns are cool, breathable, and dry fast. It is machine washable.
Yarn Types: Man-Made
Rayon
This yarn is the oldest man-made fiber. It is shiny and silky smooth. It is perfect for warmer climates or summer garments as it doesn't hold heat well. It can usually be hand washed.
This yarn is the oldest man-made fiber. It is shiny and silky smooth. It is perfect for warmer climates or summer garments as it doesn't hold heat well. It can usually be hand washed.
Nylon
Made to mimic silk, nylon is smooth and shiny. It is easy to wash and wears well.
Made to mimic silk, nylon is smooth and shiny. It is easy to wash and wears well.
Polyester
This yarn is a blend with natural fibers to make a yarn that is easy to care for. It can feel scratchy and isn't great for intricate patterns. It is machine washable.
This yarn is a blend with natural fibers to make a yarn that is easy to care for. It can feel scratchy and isn't great for intricate patterns. It is machine washable.
Acrylic
This is an inexpensive yarn, and one I use frequently. It washes well, but it must be ironed on low heat so it doesn't melt.
This is an inexpensive yarn, and one I use frequently. It washes well, but it must be ironed on low heat so it doesn't melt.
Specialty & Novelty Yarns
These types of yarn are fun because they look so different from traditional yarns. Examples are faux fur, chenille, etc., however, they can be difficult to work with and expensive.
These types of yarn are fun because they look so different from traditional yarns. Examples are faux fur, chenille, etc., however, they can be difficult to work with and expensive.
Blends
These are the yarns I typically use as they tend to bring the best out in the fibers used.
These are the yarns I typically use as they tend to bring the best out in the fibers used.
Types of Yarn: Yarn Weights
Lace
A thin yarn that is used for light and airy projects.
A thin yarn that is used for light and airy projects.
Lace is used for doilies, fine scarves and shawls.
Lace is used for doilies, fine scarves and shawls.
Super Fine
Slightly thicker than lace, this yarn is great for shawls with fine stitches.
Slightly thicker than lace, this yarn is great for shawls with fine stitches.
Super Fine yarn is used for shawls, mittens, and baby and summer garments.
Super Fine yarn is used for shawls, mittens, and baby and summer garments.
Fine (Sport)
This is the yarn that is most commonly used.
This is the yarn that is most commonly used.
Sport yarn is used for lightweight projects, hats, scarves, and mittens.
Sport yarn is used for lightweight projects, hats, scarves, and mittens.
Light (DoubleKnit)
Like sport, DK yarn is one of the most commonly used weights.
Like sport, DK yarn is one of the most commonly used weights.
DK is used for cardigans, sweaters, scarves, hats and mittens.
DK is used for cardigans, sweaters, scarves, hats and mittens.
Medium (Worsted)
This is the most commonly used yarn as it can be used for almost any project.
This is the most commonly used yarn as it can be used for almost any project.
Bulky or Chunky
This is a great yarn if you want that bulky scarf. It is not a weight to use for intricate patterns.
This is a great yarn if you want that bulky scarf. It is not a weight to use for intricate patterns.
This is a yarn used for heavier garments, rugs, throws, cowls and scarves.
This is a yarn used for heavier garments, rugs, throws, cowls and scarves.
Super Bulky (Roving)
This is a good yarn for that truly heavy, thick project. It is used for warm hats, jackets, and blankets. This size yarn can get expensive as you'll need more skeins to complete a project.
This is a good yarn for that truly heavy, thick project. It is used for warm hats, jackets, and blankets. This size yarn can get expensive as you'll need more skeins to complete a project.
Jumbo (Ultra)
This is a very heavy yarn. It is great for rugs.
This is a very heavy yarn. It is great for rugs.
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