More Uses for Discount Yarn
Stuck with a pile of discount yarn? Try these projects
Do you have piles of discount yarn lying around gathering dust? Has that "too cute to resist" ball of yarn you picked up for so cheap become a cat toy? I admit it. I'm a discount yarn junkie. I just can't get enough of the stuff, so I'm always looking for projects that will let me mix colors, styles, and even textures (since you never seem to get enough discount yarn for a single great project).
A few months ago I wrote an article on projects perfect for discount yarn. Since then, I've come up with even more great ideas. So grab your needles and all those gorgeous yarns that were such a great deal, and let's get knitting!
1. Toys and Their Clothes
I made the cutest teddy bear sweater for my friend's daughter from a small ball of discount yarn, and she absolutely loved it. That worked so well that I bought a bunch of inexpensive teddy bears and knit them their own sweaters, scarves, and even hats before giving them away last Christmas. They were an absolute hit!
You can also search for free toy knitting patterns and use your discount yarn to put together your own little treasures. Whether it's an entire toy or just the hair, discount yarn is perfect for toys.
2. Baby Blankets
That super-soft yarn you got might not be enough for an entire afghan, but what about a baby blanket? Knitting a baby blanket takes about a quarter of the yarn you'd need to knit a whole afghan, so if you only got a few balls of that discount yarn, you might be able to put them to use here.
3. Novelty Items
If you just want to knit something fun and easy, why not try out a novelty item?. They're perfect projects for discount yarn and best of all, they take almost no time to make. If you're looking for something quick, fun, and easy, this is the project for you!
4. Knitting for Your Pets
Guess what? Fido doesn't care if the dye lots on his new sweater match. He also doesn't care if his new blankie or pillow is made out of scratchy or funny looking yarn. And if you really love the yarn itself, you can combine a cushion for your pet with a great new decoration for your house! For knitting patterns for pets and lots more, check out my free knitting patterns.
And there you have it! Another selection of fun, free ideas for using up all of your discount yarn.
