I couldn't have even touched the stuff when I was first learning to crochet. Those who have worked with Lion Brand Homespun know the true frustration caused by a large, twisting yarn that splits almost just by being looked at, doesn't settle back into shape by pulling, and frays at the end into big useless ponytails that can't be neatly woven in. They also know its allure. The beautiful colors that blend and weave together, the tantalizing idea that it will really "work up quickly" into a thick and lustrous throw, scarf, or sweater. After a year of crocheting, I felt that I was ready to take on the Martha Stewart "Coming Home Poncho" in Homespun. I was doing okay until I got to the edging. Since then I've had to put the piece down over and over again with that tense and crazy feeling in my hands from struggling with this yarn. I will persevere, however. I will finish this project, and then I am sure I will buy this yarn over and over again, unable to give up on the idea that someday I will conquer it.
I will post a pic of my poncho when it is finished.
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