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How to Block

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Yesterday I wrote about where knitters block, today I’m giving you websites with tips on how to block.

[tag]Kim Werker[/tag], editor of [tag}Interweave Crochet[/tag], has a great tutorial on [tag]spray blocking[/tag] using a blocking board. Kim is showing how to block crochet squares, but the idea transfers to any knit project as well.

Another great article is at [tag]Knitty[/tag], written by [tag]Jessica Fenlon Thomas[/tag]. Jessica explains the nature of some popular fibers and explains how to block these fibers as all natural fibers require small tweaks in the blocking process. Jessica also has a supply list of tools necessary for the blocking process, including directions on how to make your own blocking board. The two unusual items she uses in creating her blocking boards are gingham and [tag]homosote[/tag] which is also spelled [tag]homasote[/tag]. Gingham helps you keep projects squared up and homosote helps wick away water faster.

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  1. I’ve looked at all these sites but not one of them lets you know if how far to stretch your piece when blocking. I am making an afghan composed of blocks but I can’t seem to get them to stay blocked after spray blocking. I am using a 75% acrylic 25% wool yarn and they are all mostly uniform but need minor adjustments. I don’t know how far to stretch them without ruining the yarn, and if anything else will allow it to stay in place.

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