De-stash
Before
you go to a yarn show, have a good look at your stash. If you are anything like
us you can certainly get rid at a few balls to friends or charities to make
room for your new purchases.
Make a
shopping list
Why
not take a look at your pattern books or Ravelry library and choose a few projects
you would like to knit or crochet. That way you won't be tempted by random balls at yarn
you are unlikely to use.
Make sure
you can access your patterns
If
you are substituting yams you may want to check the meterage you need. Whether
on your Smartphone or printed out it is well worth having them to hand.
Take some
big strong bags
This
will ensure you get all your purchases home safely and won't lose anything.
It's so easy to misplace a little bag when you stop for tea.
Take
something to drink or eat
Exhibition
halls can get very hot and the queues for tea and cakes get quite long.
Wear
comfortable shoes
There's
a lot of walking so we always plump for comfort over style!
Check your
needles and hooks
Are you
missing any sizes or do you need a spare?
There is usually someone selling our range of KnitPro products so you
can pick up what you need.
And most of
all have fun. There is nothing as exciting as getting home to unpack all
your wonderful purchases.
