I crocheted for years with yarn and then with the cotton threads.
From time to time I still stop knitting and work with crochet.
I found a pattern in Crochet Today about three years ago for a baby dress made using the ripple crochet method. It would make very nice gifts for new babies. However the pattern calls for cotton thread. A new mother is not going to have the time or desire to block this dress each time it is washed.
Does anyone know of a crochet thread that is a nice blend of maybe cotton and rayon, or any other that would give nice results?
I have looked at what sock yarns are available to me, but they all have drab colors mixed in them. I can never find solid color sock yarn.
I know I can buy online, but I’d rather be able to see and feel first hand before buying.
Thanks! That sounds like it would work. The next time I can get near an AC Moore, or Michael’s I’ll look for it. There is little to choose from in my area.
I especially like J.P.Coats Luster Sheen Knit & Crochet yarn.
It’s 100% Acrylic, very nice for both knitting and Crocheting.
Size 1 or 2 needles and comparable size crochet hook.
I haven’t been able to find it in stores recently, but I know it’s still available online.
Thanks everyone. The stores available to me don’t have crochet thread that is other than 100% cotton. At Christmas they carry one with an added metalic gold or silver, but that would be scratchy against skin and not suitable for a baby. The all cotton threads have to be stretched and blocked after every washing. No one would want the chore of doing that each time the item is washed.
I may have to shop on line if I’m going to find something to make this dress out of.
I have not seen the J.P.Coats Luster Sheen Knit & Crochet yarn in any of the stores but will look for it next time I’m there.