Hate Working With Velvet Yarn? Read This!

The $2 Fix

If you've been struggling with velvet yarn because it looks messy, loopy, or wormy, I have a game-changing tip for you—and the best part? It only costs $2!

The Velvet Yarn Struggle

Velvet yarn is notorious for its tendency to form unsightly loops or “worm” out of place. I personally struggled with this problem, assuming that my tension was the issue. While tension plays a role, I discovered a simple fix that transformed my projects and made working with velvet yarn enjoyable again.

To give you an example, I started a project using Lion Brand Vel-Luxe in the color Lilac, a beautiful four-weight yarn with nearly 250 yards per skein. While this yarn has been discontinued, HERE is a great alternative! Despite my best efforts, I kept encountering loopy, unstable stitches. I was ready to give up—until I found this simple hack.

My Secret for Taming Velvet Yarn

Before I reveal the trick, let’s talk about some of the projects I tested it on:

A bucket hat made with a rich aubergine-colored velvet yarn.
A black cat hat with adorable little ears.
A scrunchie with a bow in deep teal velvet.

These projects turned out beautifully, and they all had one thing in common: the secret ingredient that made them sturdy and "worm-free". You'll find them in the video linked below!

Drumroll, please… the solution is Hershner’s Afghan Yarn!

Why Hershner’s Afghan Yarn Works

Hershner’s Afghan Yarn is a lightweight, silky-smooth yarn that blends seamlessly with velvet yarn. When worked together, it prevents the worming effect, keeps stitches neat, and even adds a bit of structure to floppy velvet projects. Read more about THIS YARN HERE.

Here’s why it’s a perfect match:

It’s incredibly soft, so it blends well without altering the texture.
It adds just enough structure to prevent worming and looping.
At only $1.99 per skein, it’s an affordable way to rescue your velvet projects.
There's a large range of colors available.

How to Use It

Simply hold the Hershner’s Afghan Yarn together with your velvet yarn while crocheting. This method keeps the stitches uniform, crisp, and free of those pesky loops. It also gives your project a more polished look while maintaining the plush, velvety feel. Learn about HERRSCHNERS HERE.

Final Thoughts

This trick has completely changed the way I work with velvet yarn. If you’ve struggled with worming or messy stitches, give it a try and let me know how it works for you! Are you Team Velvet or Team No-Velvet? Drop a comment below—I’d love to hear your thoughts.

And if you’re interested in learning more, check out my other velvet yarn videos on my YouTube channel. Don’t forget to subscribe if you enjoyed this tip. Thanks for talking yarn with me!

Watch the YouTube video here!

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