Are you eyeing up that chenille yarn? You know the super fluffy yarn on the shelf. You have to consider what chenille is.

Chenille is a French word for caterpillar, and it is created by trapping short lengths of yarn in a core of thread or yarn. When you squeeze this yarn, you can feel the core inside the pile of yarn. 

Chenille can be made with a mix of fibers, giving it the final look, but not all fibers behave the way we hope they will. When deciding on this type of yarn, you are looking for some aspects that are not equal. 

You may have a desire to learn and stitch like a pro, but I can tell you a little secret: there’s no such thing. Sounds bleak, doesn’t it? But the truth is, your stitching journey is unique to you, and what is your best may be very different from your fellow crochet community members.

I’ve always said that crochet is an art, and I’ve coined the saying “Inspire, create, and celebrate.” Often, we find ourselves saying, “I want to be a painter, musician, or something else.” Do people ever say, “I want to be a crocheter one day”? Probably not, because it doesn’t have the same ring in tone, but I argue crochet is more accessible and less valued as an interest when there is so much more to it.

Speed or Stitch Definition?

Yes, we are in the era of faster gets more attention, but is it all it’s stitched up to be? There are things to consider that have changed my perception of crochet over the years.

What is the purpose of the finished items?
What is the best presentation for the stitch itself?
Will the yarn I have selected be the best option?