7 thoughts on “How to Make Your Own DIY Blocking Wires”
That's pretty cool! 🙂 But {and I feel kinda stupid asking this} how on earth do you block something? I know I'm supposed to soak the object, but after that, I'm completely lost 😛
Oh my gosh! Don't feel stupid! Anyway, you're on the right track, one way to block is to soak the item (you can also spray it) then pin it back to "open" it up to show off all of those gorgeous stitches you worked so hard on…it really makes a difference, then let dry and wear with pride! Actually, as we speak, I'm putting a more in depth tutorial on this subject, so stay tuned!!! 🙂
They're used for blocking finished pieces, all you do is run the wires through the edges of your piece and block as usual. It helps to create a nice straight and uniform edge.
Thank you so much for your blog. I have a question, once I've blocked the shawls/blankets, does it have to be re blocked every time it's washed? These are being given away and I need to know if I should inform the people they are given to, and the baby blanket I won't worry about as it's not fair to a new mum to worry about it.
I guess basically my question is: is it a case of once blocked always blocked? Both of these are acrylics yarn. I believe the Patons Lace has Mohair in it as well.
That's pretty cool! 🙂 But {and I feel kinda stupid asking this} how on earth do you block something? I know I'm supposed to soak the object, but after that, I'm completely lost 😛
Oh my gosh! Don't feel stupid! Anyway, you're on the right track, one way to block is to soak the item (you can also spray it) then pin it back to "open" it up to show off all of those gorgeous stitches you worked so hard on…it really makes a difference, then let dry and wear with pride! Actually, as we speak, I'm putting a more in depth tutorial on this subject, so stay tuned!!! 🙂
so what do you do with the wires
They're used for blocking finished pieces, all you do is run the wires through the edges of your piece and block as usual. It helps to create a nice straight and uniform edge.
Hello!
Thank you so much for your blog. I have a question, once I've blocked the shawls/blankets, does it have to be re blocked every time it's washed? These are being given away and I need to know if I should inform the people they are given to, and the baby blanket I won't worry about as it's not fair to a new mum to worry about it.
I guess basically my question is: is it a case of once blocked always blocked? Both of these are acrylics yarn. I believe the Patons Lace has Mohair in it as well.
TIA for any and all help 😀
Michelle.
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