Stashbusting: Make the Most of the Yarns You Have

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.

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!

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.