The Yarn Journal

Socktober Project Ideas - Prosper Yarn

Socktober is winding down and if, like us, you’re not quite ready to put away those tiny needles,...

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Socktober Project Ideas

Why Choose Merino Yarn? A Knitter’s Guide to 100% Merino Wool - Prosper Yarn

Why is merino wool so popular with knitters and crocheters? Discover what makes 100% merino yarn ...

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Why Choose Merino Yarn? A Knitter’s Guide to 100% Merino Wool

How to Wash a Wool Sweater Without Shrinking It - Prosper Yarn

With a little care, washing wool and merino knitwear at home is straightforward, and you don't ne...

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How to Wash a Wool Sweater Without Shrinking It

What Is Brushtail Possum Yarn? | Prosper Yarn - Prosper Yarn

Curious about brushtail possum yarn? Discover how this distinctive New Zealand fibre brings warmt...

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What Is Brushtail Possum Yarn? | Prosper Yarn

How to Choose Yarn for Knitting | A Guide to Yarn Fibres & Weights - Prosper Yarn

Not sure which yarn is right for your next knitting project? Explore the differences between meri...

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How to Choose Yarn for Knitting | A Guide to Yarn Fibres & Weights

I'm a beginner knitter, where do I start? - Prosper Yarn

I'm a Beginner Knitter. Where Do I Start? New to knitting? Welcome. You don't need to know everyt...

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I'm a beginner knitter, where do I start?

An ADVENTurous knitting project: What to knit with 24 mini skeins - Prosper Yarn

Prosper team member Sarah knows that choosing a project for 24 mini skeins can feel like a big de...

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An ADVENTurous knitting project: What to knit with 24 mini skeins

Why should you alternate skeins? - Prosper Yarn

Alternating between skeins as you work is easy, doesn't add time, and allows the shades to mingle...

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Why should you alternate skeins?

Meet Anne Stubbings: Finding Your Weaving Groove - Prosper Yarn

Sometimes the best creative journeys begin when you least expect them.

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Meet Anne Stubbings: Finding Your Weaving Groove

Advent 2026: Hidden World - Prosper Yarn

Some projects begin with a pattern. Others begin with a story...

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Advent 2026: Hidden World

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