sustainable knitting
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A New Platform for Hand Knitters: Solving the Value Paradox
“This is ridiculous!” — that was my first thought after visiting five big stores in my area, trying to find a natural wool hat for my daughter. Every single one was a blend of acrylic and polyester. Sure, they were cheap, but who wants a “plastic bag” on their child’s head?
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Why I Only Buy Second-Hand Yarn Now (And How You Can Too)
The Moment Everything Changed Last year, for the first time, I walked into a thrift store not to look for clothes or shoes, but for second hand yarn. It sounds strange, right? But at home, I already had yarn that’s literally older than me, bought by my mom ages ago. And it’s still perfectly fine, not spoiled at all. I keep it, thinking maybe one day I’ll finally use it. That’s when it hit me: if yarn can last decades in perfect condition, why not look for vintage yarn finds in thrift stores?
