The BEST way to Block Acrylic Yarn

Not sure how to block your acrylic knitting projects? We're experimenting and discovering which method works the best! With six swatches we'll test these methods: 1. The yarn label recommendation (machine wash & dry) 2. Wet blocking 3. Spray blocking 4. Steam blocking 5. Wet blocking & stretching the wet swatch Check out this playlist for more tips & advice for improving your knitting:    • Six Tips for Knitting with Variegated Yarn   🧶 SWATCHING YARN: Knit Picks Brava Sport https://shrsl.com/3do8a Set-in Sleeve Cardigan Pattern from Amy Herzog's Ultimate Sweater Book https://amzn.to/3PgKWfi 📌 CHAPTER LINKS: 00:00 Testing blocking methods 1:28 Swatching & Blocking 2:50 Unpinning Swatches 4:36 Comparing Swatches for Seaming 6:00 Comparing Swatches for Even Fabric 9:43 Which Methods Work Best? 10:30 Cardigan Blocking & Seaming Results & Mistakes _____________ ▶️ RELATED KNITTING VIDEOS: Add a Folded Collar to Your Hand-Knit Sweaters    • Adding a Folded Neckband to Your Hand Knit...   10 Ways to Cast On Stitches    • The Essential Guide to Knitting Cast-On Me...   Best Knitting Books for New Knitters    • BEST Learn to Knit Books for NEW KNITTERS!   _____________ 🧶 MORE HELPFUL RESOURCES FOR KNITTERS 🧶 Favorite Knitting Tools & Gear: https://toniaknits.com/favorite-knitt... FREE guide - learn how to Read Your Knitting Stitches: https://toniaknits.com/read-your-stit... FREE Knitting Resource Library - https://toniaknits.com/library/ _____________ ↓↓↓ Follow Nerdy Knitting on Instagram ↓↓↓   / nerdy.knitting   Disclaimer: Some links shared above or in the video may be affiliate links. If you click a link and make a purchase I may receive a small commission at no extra cost to you. Nerdy Knitting is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com. As an Amazon Associate, I earn from qualifying purchases. #nerdyknitting #knittinghack #knittingtips