{"title":"Mending Tools","description":"Darning mushrooms and looms for bringing a favourite back to life. Mending is its own quiet pleasure.","products":[{"product_id":"by-skein-sisters-darning-loom-set","title":"by Skein Sisters Darning Loom Set","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"198\" data-end=\"489\"\u003eThe Mini Darning Loom Set by Skein Sisters makes mending both easy and enjoyable. Whether you're fixing a tiny hole or adding a pop of colour, this clever little tool helps you weave strong, neat patches with a personal touch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"491\" data-end=\"788\"\u003eIdeal for socks, jumpers, jeans and more, the set includes a timber disc, metal loom with hooks, latch hook, tapestry needle, rubber bands and step-by-step instructions. Use yarn or thread to create practical repairs or experiment with creative extras like fringes, mini pockets and bold patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eComes in sizes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMini - 10 hooks with maximum woven width approx 4cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmall - 14 hooks with maximum woven width approx 5.5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge - 28 hooks with maximum woven width approx 10.5cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMetal hook assembly with hooks \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6.5cm grooved timber disc - Mini and Small\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e14cm grooved timber disc - Large\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10cm steel tapestry needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e13.5cm steel latch hook\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRubber bands\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: timber, steel and rubber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou also need (not included):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFabric\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThin yarn (\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/4ply-sock-fingering-yarn\"\u003e4ply\/sock yarn\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eor thinner is recommended), or embroidery thread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFabric pencil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/scissors-cutting-tools\"\u003eScissors\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/sisters-yarn-tales\/how-to-use-a-darning-loom\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eClick here for our step by step instructions\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou can also make edge fringes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstead of looping the yarn directly back on itself at the edges of the patch, leave a double length fringe loop at the bottom of the patch when setting up your warps and a single length loop at each end when weaving your weft rows.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure each end of these loops to the fabric with a small stitch before weaving into the patch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOnce the hooks are removed, pull half of the bottom loops through to the top then secure your last row as above. Cut your fringes to the desired length.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlus, make your patch as long as you like by leaving warp loops along the bottom. Once you've worked up to the hooks, reposition your fabric on the disc and pull the warps up through the patch to carry on weaving.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"by Skein Sisters","offers":[{"title":"Mini 10 hook","offer_id":46731819811003,"sku":"SS-DL-MINI","price":19.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Small 14 hook","offer_id":46731819843771,"sku":"SS-DL-S","price":21.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Large 28 hook","offer_id":47385905365179,"sku":"SS-DL-L","price":29.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0649\/0459\/3595\/files\/SS-DL-HOW1.jpg?v=1777099244"},{"product_id":"by-skein-sisters-darning-mushroom","title":"by Skein Sisters Darning Mushroom","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"165\" data-end=\"469\"\u003eThe by Skein Sisters Darning Mushroom is a traditional, easy-to-use tool for repairing holes and worn areas in your knitting, crochet or other fabrics, particularly socks!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"471\" data-end=\"749\"\u003eMade from smooth bamboo timber with a classic red-and-white toadstool design. The detachable natural handle gives you a comfortable grip, while the rounded top provides the perfect surface to stretch fabric over while you darn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"751\" data-end=\"999\"\u003eSimply place the mushroom under the area to be mended, secure the fabric around the stalk, and use your favourite darning technique with needle and thread. At 10cm high and 5.1cm wide, it’s compact, ergonomic and easy to keep in your mending kit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"by Skein Sisters","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46731819876539,"sku":"SS-DM","price":11.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0649\/0459\/3595\/files\/SS-DM.jpg?v=1752022382"},{"product_id":"granny-square-pram-blanket-baby-mushroom-doll-in-duna-4ply-pattern","title":"K3058 Granny Square Pram Blanket \u0026 Baby Mushroom Doll in Duna 4ply Pattern","description":"\u003cp\u003eNine beautiful colours of Amano Duna, crocheted into granny squares of different sizes\nand pieced together into a patchwork blanket for the new baby in your life. The little mushroom with\nthe backpack comes with it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eEvery square starts from the same basic granny square, just taken to a different number of\nrounds, so once you have the rhythm of it the whole blanket follows. British crochet terms\nthroughout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmano Duna is a 4ply blend of 60% organic cotton and 40% alpaca. The cotton gives it structure, so the fabric keeps its shape instead of going limp, and the alpaca brings the softness and the drape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBlanket 65 x 48cm. Mushroom doll 16cm tall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level: \u003c\/strong\u003eAdvanced beginner crocheters\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncludes the printed pattern only.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhat you'll need to make the blanket and doll (not included):\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/amano-duna\"\u003eAmano Duna 4ply\u003c\/a\u003e - 9 x 50g skeins, one in each colour\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/crochet-hooks\"\u003eCrochet hooks\u003c\/a\u003e 2.5mm and 3mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwo 6mm amigurumi eyes, or embroider them instead\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/sewing-darning-tools\"\u003eTapestry needle\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/products\/by-skein-sisters-amigurumi-filling\"\u003eToy stuffing\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Amano","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48234441670843,"sku":"PAT-K3058","price":8.15,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0649\/0459\/3595\/files\/PAT-K3058.jpg?v=1786590932"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.skeinsisters.com.au\/collections\/mending-tools.oembed","provider":"Skein Sisters","version":"1.0","type":"link"}