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In order to know how to make a wool blanket, a certain consistency is required in the weaving, the dimensions of these works are high, a few hours of work are required, however, the results are usually amazing, these blankets are great for winter times, the material seems a bit difficult to obtain and very expensive, however it is easily found and is at considerable prices, the investment turns out to be much less than if you bought the new product, the knots are basic and with this beautiful works are achieved, however there are large designs that have many embroidered details, these pieces require more work.
Some of these blankets are crocheted, others with hands, it all depends on the size, there are works of knots called chunky, they are large knots that are made to achieve blankets, these are very modern, the style depends a lot on the decoration you want implement in your bed, below are some ideas on how to make a wool blanket in a simple way in 3 tips for different styles.
BLANKETS WITH SMALL AND TIGHT KNOTS When it comes to blankets with small knots, it is normal for them to be made with crochet hooks of a certain number. The larger the hooks, the better the result is obtained, since more knots are achieved in less time. It is ideal as a first tip to have a pattern with a template, in this way you will know the perfect size of the blanket and in which parts of the design are the details that give style to the product.
Another advice on how to knit a blanket with two needles is to determine the type of wool that will be used, there are various styles of wool, cotton, alpaca, virgin wool, these are great for blankets and are easily woven, the needles act the same as the crochets, only when making knots they create an intertwining effect, it is ideal to start with something small with a cushion cover for example.
INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO MAKE A WOOL BLANKET WITH THICK KNOTS With the type of merino wool, large blanket designs can be made with strong, thick and noticeable knots, these thick wool blankets are usually made by hand, there is a technique called chunky, which is made with very thick knots and is use your arm To tie the knots, there are many tutorials that can help you, the results are very similar to what is shown below.
There are large and thick needles that are easily used and can generate some beautiful effects, there are images of flowers, circles and geometrics that give style to the blanket, the tones depend a lot on the creator's taste, tones can be mixed but it is more complicated reach the final result since much more work is needed in time.
The blankets are a great alternative to start a business, since you can knit some around the year and sell them in winter times, it is extra money that serves to have a higher income, some artisans dedicate their existence and subsistence in the creation of This type of work is undoubtedly a very suitable creative activity to stimulate the mind.
In the following link you can see more designs of blankets made with wool, in addition to more tips on how to make them, you can use your hands, crochet hooks and large needles, there are also other techniques that involve other tools, such as tweezers, spinners, it all depends much of the type of fiber that is being used, wool is quite manageable, we recommend you start knitting small wool objects like a cap for the cold or gloves, you will see how impressive the world of knitting is.