I am always trying to use up yarn from my stash, and often forget exactly what colors I have. This results in the purchase of duplicate yarn, thus causing my stash to multiply almost as fast as a great sale at Michael's.
I came up with an easy way to keep track, and also help plan out future projects.
I pulled out my embroidery floss cards (the white cardboard spool shapes that you wind the hank onto for storage) and wound a length of yarn onto it, labeling it with the brand and color name. I recommend glueing each end to the card to secure it. They can be kept on a large metal split ring, often used for keeping the little baggies of floss together.
I have found it especially helpful when trying to coordinate colors with other items in a room such as furniture, throw pillows, drapes, etc...or when asking my neice which shade of pink her dolly would like for her blanket.
What do you mean yarn doesn't count as a medical expense? Crocheting is theraputic and helps me keep my sanity!
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