The Story of Homespun

Description

One of the first specialty yarns offered to the mass market, Lion Brand’s Homespunﾮ intrigued crocheters from the start with its unique texture and rich blended colorways. Stitchers are also amazed at how fast the lovely, lofty, easy-care bulky weight yarn works up into stunning afghans and garments. This book showcases 9 painterly afghans to crochet, photographed in the historic American mill where Homespun is produced. The photos and story reveal the “magic” behind Homespun, taking you through the steps of how the yarn is made and introducing you to its rich history. Nine afghans to crochet: Modern Edge; Classic Elegance; Rustic Squares; Radiant Ripple; Stripey Quilt; Colorful Wheels; Pennant Flag; Roundabout; and Falling Leaves. 44 pages