Bla Bla Black Sheep Podcast Ep. 52: Alternating Skeins of Yarn and Texture Trouble

Welcome to Bla Bla Black Sheep, the ultimate destination for all things yarn-related! Join us in this episode of our yarny podcast as crochet teacher Sarah Korth, the creative force behind SEK Handmade, delves into the intriguing world of crochet. In today's installment, we tackle two great questions from our viewers: Why and how do you alternate skeins of yarn? And, why doesn't the texture of my crochet fabric match the crochet pattern?

Sarah, with her wealth of experience and expertise, provides insightful answers and valuable tips to unravel the mysteries surrounding these topics. Discover why hand dyed yarn dyers suggest that you alternate skeins, as Sarah sheds light on all the aspects often overlooked when crocheting with hand dyed yarn.

Then, help a frustrated crocheter figure out why their crocheted fabric doesn't match the designer's pattern.

Whether you're a seasoned crochet enthusiast or just beginning your yarn journey, Bla Bla Black Sheep is your go-to resource for all things crochet. Tune in to this episode for expert insights, engaging discussions, and a yarn-filled experience that's sure to inspire and inform. Don't miss out—grab your hooks and join us for another enthralling episode of Bla Bla Black Sheep!

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What I'm wearing:
Isadora Shawl
Ravelry - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Etsy - https://www.etsy.com/listing/15819960...

Yarn by:
Aquarius Make - https://aquariusmake.com/
Blue Sky Fibers - https://blueskyfibers.com/


In this week's episode we talk about:
* What's bringing me joy
Non-workprojects
Arlitt Cowl:
Ravelry - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Etsy - https://www.etsy.com/listing/11676952...
Yarn: https://www.schoppel-wolle.de/en/yarn...

Lumi Shawl:
Ravelry -https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Etsy - https://www.etsy.com/listing/16605290...
Yarn: https://www.eastcoastyarn.com/

Levana Shawl:
Ravelry - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Etsy - https://www.etsy.com/listing/12555241...
Yarn: https://madelinetosh.com/

*A few of my favorite things
Mug: Earth Love by Dani Mug - https://tidd.ly/3Mcm3BS
Earrings: Momenti di Vita - https://tidd.ly/46wGEYE

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Questions:
1. Alternating balls of yarn…Why and how?

Olivio Cowl:
Ravelry - https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/libr...
Yarn: Haute Knit https://hauteknityarn.com/
Sweet Pea and Sparrow https://sweetpeaandsparrow.myshopify....

2. I started work on a new pattern and I’m so frustrated. My stitches don’t look like the pattern! What’s going on?


Chapters:
Intro 00:00
What I'm wearing 06:59
What's bringing me joy 13:44
Small Businesses I love 17:46
Announcement 18:38
Questions 21:29
Question 1 22:10
Question 28:22
Closing 51:16