Knitting Daily TV, Episode 810 – Yakkety Yak (Download)

Description

On this episode of Knitting Daily TV host Eunny Jang and expert Kristin Omdahl talk yak and other exotic fibers. They’ll also demonstrate fun ways to play up the unusual.
Getting Started:
Eunny begins this episode with a tutorial on floats, or caught strands. This technique is a great way to show off stitches of exotic or unusual fibers, and Eunny will show you how to do this with beads to add even more pop to your stitches.

How-To:
Fiber expert Deborah Robson is back to share her knowledge of yak fiber, a fun yarn that is great for showing off stitches and surprisingly comes in many bright colors. Eunny demonstrates a cabled brim of a unisex hat using this fiber.

Crochet Corner:
Continuing with her fine crochet segments, crochet expert Kristin Omdahl demonstrates the technique of filet crochet using thin yarns.

Quick Tip:
Eunny wraps up this episode with a quick tip for fringe, a fun way to add movement to your work.