How do you reduce yarn stash?

What is a yarn stash?

My dictionary defines a stash as “a secret store of something,” and when it comes to yarn, that's pretty accurate. Knitters hoard. They buy yarn they have no business buying, then they bring it home and put it in a place where no one will see it.

How do you store unused yarn?

Store all yarn in a climate controlled environment, not in a damp basement or hot attic. Store yarn in an extra closet (hanging shoe holders work great for this) or in plastic tubs out of direct sunlight. Do not store yarn in baskets on rugs.

How do you store a lot of yarn in a small space?

Should you store yarn in plastic bags?

Don't Store In Plastic Bags

When creating your storage system, there are a few things to remember. Number one, yarn needs to breathe. So, don't store yarn in plastic bags - at least not for the long term. Depending on the fiber, yarn can hold up to 30% of its weight in moisture without feeling wet.

Yarn Stash Declutter (4 decluttering techniques)

How do you use yarn stash?

What can I do with leftover bulky yarn?

What can I do with small amounts of yarn?

Does yarn get old?

Most yarn is enduring and lasting, however, it is important to ask questions about how it has been stored. Buying old yarn from other enthusiastic knitters is usually a safe option since they will be aware of how to correctly store yarn. Incorrect storage can lead to moths, mildew, color fading, and brittleness.

How do you organize yarn supplies?

How do I organize my knitting supplies?

Can you Respin yarn?

Yarn can be re-spun directly from the bobbin after removal of the twist (without use of a ball winder, if desired).

What can you make with one skein of chunky yarn?

What can I do with half a skein of yarn?

What can I knit with oddments of wool?

What can you make with 100g of yarn?

What is the best way to store wool?

Woollen clothing and blankets should be folded with acid-free tissue paper and stored in air-tight containers or vacuum bags. Wool coats should be thoroughly cleaned, dried, brushed and aired out before storing them in breathable, natural-cotton coat bags to avoid a moth getting into them during summer.

What is a yarn ball winder?

A yarn winder is used to make a “cake” of yarn that can be used from both ends. Some knitting or crochet projects may require to strands of yarn. Instead of buying two sets of yarn for your project, you can use a winder to make a single ball from which you can use two strands.