Question re Blocking Lace

So I have finished knitting my Branching Out scarf. I read the Yarn
Harlot's directions for blocking lace he
http://www.yarnharlot.ca/blog/archiv...the_block.html

I would like to use the method of threading a piece of "smooth yarn" through
the stitches along the edges. I used Lorna's Laces Shepard Sock yarn to
knit the piece and have a small amount leftover. Is there any reason
(besides the fact that it would be easier to use a contrasting color) to not
use the same yarn to thread through the edge?

TIA,
LauraJ

Hi Laura,

Given that Branching Out has a fairly solid border you can probably
block it successfully just with pins.

VP


Laura J wrote:
So I have finished knitting my Branching Out scarf. I read the Yarn
Harlot's directions for blocking lace he
http://www.yarnharlot.ca/blog/archiv...the_block.html

I would like to use the method of threading a piece of "smooth yarn" through
the stitches along the edges. I used Lorna's Laces Shepard Sock yarn to
knit the piece and have a small amount leftover. Is there any reason
(besides the fact that it would be easier to use a contrasting color) to not
use the same yarn to thread through the edge?

TIA,
LauraJ

I'd also recommend looking at this article:
http://www.eunnyjang.com/knit/2006/1..._be_happy.html

Eunny recommends crochet cotton as blocking thread. The strength is
important - if you think your yarn is up to the strain then use it. If
it breaks you'll have to start over but I can't imagine too many other
pitfalls.

VP

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I'd also recommend looking at this article:
http://www.eunnyjang.com/knit/2006/1..._be_happy.html

Eunny recommends crochet cotton as blocking thread. The strength is
important - if you think your yarn is up to the strain then use it. If
it breaks you'll have to start over but I can't imagine too many other
pitfalls.

VP


Wow, that is a great reference. Thanks, VP! The yarn is sock yarn so it
should hold up. And as someone else mentioned, the edge of this scarf is
sturdy enough that I can probably do without the thread anyway. Lots of
different things to try!

LauraJ