The Magic of Knitting with Art Yarn and Hand Spun Yarn Knitters seeking a twist in their crafting journey might find themselves enchanted by the unique characteristics of art yarn and hand spun yarn. These materials transcend the traditional boundaries of knitting, offering a captivating experience and end result that is as unique as the maker. This blog post dives into the alluring world of knitting with these distinctive yarns, guiding you through how to integrate them into your projects to create masterpieces that defy the ordinary. The Allure of Art Yarn and Hand Spun Yarn Art yarn and ha ..read more

How to Spin a Color-Changing "Fractal Style" Yarn Sometimes I want to spin a color changing yarn but I don’t have a super color blocked braid. This post has a video where I show using a more “ Marbled” style braid in a way that you can get a soft color change yarn. Creating handmade yarn can be a rewarding and creative experience. If you love working with yarn and want to add a unique touch to your projects, why not try spinning a color-changing "fractal style" yarn? In this blog post, we will explore the process of spinning such a yarn using wool roving. So, let's dive in! Materials Needed ..read more

How to spin dyed roving wool In today's article, we are going to explore the differences between color blocked spinning fiber roving and marbled spinning fiber roving. Whether you are an experienced spinner or just starting out, understanding the characteristics and potential applications of these two types of roving can help you create unique and beautiful handspun yarns. So, let's get started! Color Blocked Spinning Fiber Roving: Color blocked spinning fiber roving is precisely what it sounds like - roving that features distinct blocks of different colors. This type of roving is often dyed ..read more

It’s freezing outside. Here is my current favorite easy recipe because let’s be real it takes forever to get these kids in and out of all of these snow clothes and I just want to goof off. Cowboy Chili Recipe Ingredients 1 pound stew beef, cubed 1 can of tomatoes (roasted or plain) 1 can of corn 1 can of chili beans 1 can of black beans Texas Pete hot sauce, to taste 1/4 cup brown sugar Sour cream, for serving Shredded cheddar cheese, for serving Corn chips, for serving Instructions In a crock pot or Dutch oven, cook the cubed stew beef over medium-high heat until brown ..read more

Here are some of my latest yarns I have spun in video form! Have you ever found joy and relaxation in the art of spinning yarns? Well, I certainly have over the years, and I am thrilled to share some of my recent creations with you! In the past few weeks. These are a collection of single ply, two ply and some fiber blending. My Latest Spins Adventures in chronicling my fiber arts projects. The process of making these yarns has been an immensely enjoyable experience for me. As the fibers intertwine and take shape, I find myself completely immersed in the creative process. I always count my sel ..read more

The Perfect Winter Comfort Food: Buffalo chicken stuffed sweet potatoes offer a delightful twist on traditional winter comfort foods. The combination of tender chicken, tangy hot sauce, and savory spices creates an explosion of flavors that will warm you up from the inside out. The creamy sour cream and cheddar cheese topping adds richness to the dish, while the crispy bacon bits and green onions provide a delightful crunch and freshness. But what truly sets this recipe apart is the choice to stuff the filling into sweet potatoes, which elevates the dish to a whole new level of deliciousness ..read more

The Importance of Using Reclaimed Wool a fiber arts blog from Crafty Housewife Yarns The First time I heard of using recycled yarn was from my friend Dawn who owns Twice Sheared Sheep. You are probably falmilur with this brand because I love to collaborate with her for our yarn kits and bundles. Like most of us she started her business out in one direction and then it has grown and changed since then but I know that one of her main focus when she started was “recycled" or “ reclaimed yarn” You can hear more about that directly from Dawn here Here at CHY I’m not so much up cylicing yarn but ra ..read more

Heidi and I were at Convergence in Knoxville last year when we befriended a mill from NC who introduced us to this lovely fiber blend. It was described to us a very well cared for breed whose wool is a combination of Merino and Rambouillet! We thought it was absolutely dreamy and I have so enjoyed using this roving in some of our spinning fiber subscriptions from time to time and more recently these fun “ tweed” style rovings. We also think it’s a dream to spin and have enjoyed using this tweed roving ourselves for the handspun yarn subscription. This has quickly become a favorite of my moms ..read more

Rambouillet wool, also known as the French Merino, is a popular fiber that is known for its softness, elasticity, and durability. Mohair wool, on the other hand, comes from the hair of the Angora goat and is known for its luster, strength, and warmth. When these two wools are combined to create yarn, the result is a blend that produces a unique and high-quality product. The combination of Rambouillet and Mohair creates a yarn that is warm, lightweight, and breathable. It's popular among knitters and crocheters who are looking for a yarn that provides excellent stitch definition and can be use ..read more

Are you a Crafty Housewife? Highlight from Bizzy Crochet interview. It’s ok not to fit in. I myself and too “traditional “ for some folks and too “ offensive” for others. I used to try to hide these things about myself first just in my life and then later in my business. I named my silly little crafting business which I was never planning to grow this larger “ Crafty Housewife Yarns” kind of as a joke because I was tired of being treated like having an interest in these sorts of things and having kids and prioritizing my family time was somehow making me less than. Really owning that joke re ..read more