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I've just finished crocheting an afghan with 100
acrylic red heart yarns.Kaleidoscope pattern, so there are many color changes. I am giving it as a gift at a shower. Is it recommended to wash an afghan prior to giving it as a gift?
Hey, Taunya! Though it isn't strictly necessary, I always wash my afghans when I finish them. Since you're using Acrylic yarn, wash it on the gentle cycle, partially dry it,(with a dryer sheet) lay it out wherever you have space,& block it by smoothing with your hands. It will be nice and fresh when your gift is opened!
Best Wishes, Bea
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| Comment | Thanks sooooo much Bea for your help. You gave me just the information I needed and the bonus, of how to block it to shape, which I also didn't know how to do, was also appreciated!!!!!!!!!!! Great Help!!!!!!!!! | ||
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Bea Harrell
Expertise
I consider myself an expert in the field of hand crochet. I have been crocheting for 45 years. I can answer most question on the differnt stitches, as well as the methods used to create speciality items. The art of crochet, after 2 decades of being out of fashion, is enjoying a modest come back. I want to help those newcomers looking for a little/lot of help to get started. Once they are comfortable with the process, they can relax & begin to create the heirlooms of tomorrow.
Experience
Experience in the art of crochet is
40 + years crocheting for myself, my family & occasionally doing commissioned work.
Education/Credentials
Bachelors degree in Social Science.
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