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What to do with leftover yarn

It's a problem all knitters face. - by Livia Gamble
  • 30 Apr 2018

A problem all knitters face is what to do with the yarn scraps.

Instead of throwing them out, We Are Knitters have come up with an easy way to use your leftover cotton, making these adorable cord covers. 

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All you need is your cotton scraps, a 5mm crochet hook and something to cover. 

Before you get started, make sure any cords you're covering are in perfect condition, with no exposed wires.

Watch the video below for step-by-step instructions.

WE ARE KNITTERS - What to do with cotton scraps: cover your cords
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Livia Gamble
Livia Gamble
Based in Sydney, Livia Gamble will not sleep until she has discovered every possible way to use bi-carb soda and vinegar. When she isn’t reporting on ways to improve your home and garden, she can be found knitting socks (by choice) and will never say no to pizza.

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