Make Your Own Specialty Yarn

Country Naturals - celebrating the simple life
Original articles, photos, and links for butterflies, knitting, gardening, home improvement, and much more.

Love Your Pet Expo - Annual Pet-Friendly Event
Join the fun in-person or online. April 5, 2008, Shasta Fairgrounds, Anderdon, CA. Vendors and sponsors welcome.

Elastic Yarn
Use elastic thread to tighten your work and make it stretchy.

Eyelash Yarn
Add a strand of home-made eyelash yarn to give your work ashaggy effect.

Nubby Yarn
Using 2 strands with a twist, you can create "nubby" yarn.

Party Pattern
Add texture and color by weaving in strands from your stash to make a festive confetti or party look.

Ribbon Effect
Run a 2nd strand as a "ribbon" to add interest.

Christmas Metallic
Use "icicles" to add bling to your Christmas projects.