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A – Z of Yarn: Bast Yarn – what is it?

Posted on 24/06/2013 by monsteryarns

Most knitters have heard of cotton and linen yarn for Summer knitting – these are bast fibres. However, there are many other types of bast yarns similarly produced from plants and with roots reaching deep into history. Flax, hemp, nettle, … Continue reading →

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My Crochet Girlie Summer Bag

Posted on 13/05/2013 by monsteryarns

When you’re out and about with your loved ones, do you end up carrying all their sundry items and possessions they no longer want to carry themselves? Sweets, scarves, toys, rubbish and one never ending stream of “stuff”. For this … Continue reading →

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