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In which I take a trip to the frog pond - String Theory Yarn Co
Aug 21, 20232 min read
In which I take a trip to the frog pond

by Meg DedolphWhen do you let go of ideas and projects? In which Meg sends six inches of cabled sweater to the frog pond and doesn't look back.

Curl up with a good ... yarn tag? - String Theory Yarn Co
Aug 1, 20232 min read
Curl up with a good ... yarn tag?

by Meg DedolphHere are a few tips to get the most out of the information on the yarn ball band.

Spa Cloth - String Theory Yarn Co
Jul 12, 20231 min read
Spa Cloth

We love making dishcloths because they are easily portable and give you a chance to practice a new stitch.We've called this a Spa Cloth in hopes that you will pair it with a sweet-smelling soap an...

Adult swim - let's talk about pooling - String Theory Yarn Co
Jul 11, 20233 min read
Adult swim - let's talk about pooling

by Meg Dedolph Not the kind with water and deck chairs, where I hope you’re spending a little time this summer, but that thing some of the more colorful variegated yarns like to do.

Five Reasons Not to Buy Yarn - String Theory Yarn Co
Jul 5, 20232 min read
Five Reasons Not to Buy Yarn

by Janet AvilaAt our clearance sale you can get really high-quality yarn, tools and gifts at incredible prices. You might be tempted to buy something. But that voice in your head might be telling y...

My new favorite Ravelry trick - String Theory Yarn Co
Jun 12, 20231 min read
My new favorite Ravelry trick

by Meg Dedolph Something many people say when they come into the shop, after they pick out yarn for a project, when I ask, “Do you have the right needles?” is: “Huh. I don’t know. I’m not sure. May...

Two books about knitting that are not about knitting - String Theory Yarn Co
May 26, 20232 min read
Two books about knitting that are not about knitting

by Meg DedolphJust as I periodically decide I’m going to finish projects and knit from stash, I also periodically decide that I’m going to read books I already own. I’m up to the books I bought on...

How to Make Plarn (Plastic Yarn) - String Theory Yarn Co
Mar 28, 20233 min read
How to Make Plarn (Plastic Yarn)

By Emily Henkels Making plastic yarn is an awesome way to creatively upcycle all those plastic grocery bags you've got stuffed under your sink! There are a ton of tutorials across the internet, but...

How to Wear a Square Shawl - String Theory Yarn Co
Mar 24, 20231 min read
How to Wear a Square Shawl

By Janet AvilaThis shawl is the one I wear the most. Nevertheless, I remember when I couldn't imagine how to style a square shawl. Let me show you.