Stashbusting: Make the Most of the Yarns You Have

Class Preview

Bust your stash! Learn how to identify, sort and store your yarns as you explore creative new ideas for putting them to use.

Get Organized

Meet author and knitting instructor Clara Parkes, and preview the ways this class will help you happily — and effectively — manage your stash. Clara guides and encourages you through the process of unearthing and sorting through your collection of skeins. In addition, you’ll discover innovative ways to let go of your unwanted yarn.

Tackle Unfinished Projects

Once you’ve tackled your yarn stash, it’s time to sort your unfinished projects. Clara outlines a simple approach to organizing half-completed socks, mittens and sweaters. You’ll get tips and ideas for finishing existing projects and repurposing others. Plus, see how easy it is to unravel and reclaim your yarn!

Identify Oddball Skeins

Put your stash to use! Discover quick and easy ways to calculate the remaining yardage of any partly-used skein. Then learn a trick for determining the correct needle size to use with your mystery yarn. Want to know if your yarn is wool or cotton? Clara’s simple test will reveal the answer.

Use Up Precious Leftovers

Use the colorful tidbits in your stash to create a variety of unique projects. Clara highlights a fun method of knitting that combines multiple types and lengths of yarn. You’ll be inspired by Clara’s creative project ideas that are a perfect use for your favorite leftovers.

Pair Yarns Together

See your stash in a whole new light! Discover another innovative technique for incorporating leftover yarn into your work. In addition, Clara illustrates the gorgeous and diverse effects you can create by stranding yarns of similar — and differing — weights and textures together.

Knit Stashbusting Projects

It’s time to start knitting from your stash. Clara introduces three versatile stashbusting patterns: a simple cowl, fingerless mitts and a triangle shawl. Plus, you’ll see the variety of looks you can create with different yarns — and a little creativity!

Store Your Stash

Learn how to keep your yarn safe from the elements and from moths. Clara shares her time-tested tips and tricks for preventing and troubleshooting common problems. You’ll also get helpful advice on safely storing or displaying your stash.