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Did you know you can make your own clothing pieces without knowing how to sew? It’s true! All you’ll need is a ball of yarn and a pair of knitting needles or a crochet hook. If you’re new to the craft, you may need the helpful guidance of a relative, a how-to book, or video tutorials found on the Internet.
Here are some examples of clothing you can make by knit or crochet.
- Bikinis. Yes, it’s true: you can make a swimsuit out of yarn! You’ll need to line your suit to go swimming in it. If you’re scared of lining your suit, you can always just use it for laying out.
- Socks. The best needlework socks are knitted socks, though you can also crochet socks (they just won’t be as stretchy). Nothing is as warm as a pair of knitted socks. For extra warmth, choose a wool or wool-based yarn.
- Jackets or shrugs. For a fitted, structured jacket, you’ll want to knit. For a pretty sheer shrug or cardigan, you’ll want to choose crochet.
- Dresses. People have knitted or crocheted entire dresses out of yarn! You can make anything from a lacy overlay for a slip to go underneath to a mini-dress to a long maxi skirt. Some woman even crochet their wedding dress!
- Sweaters. This may be the most obvious craft on the list! Crochet tends to be better for lacy, airy work rather than fitted knits, so you’ll want to pick up your knitting needles to make a sweater.
