What are the first things that you think of when planning a party? You’re going to be focused on the Big Three hallmarks of a good event: a good location, enjoyable entertainment, and great food. If you’re someone who loves to host and are itching for an excuse to throw a shindig, then why not throw a party where the star is yarn?
Never underestimate the impact an activity can have on a party’s success. If you’re wondering how to host a knitting party then look no further. This article will cover everything you need to know to throw a crafty bash that everyone will love.
Make the focus of the party yarn and give your guests the opportunity to make something with their hands and you’ll be surprised by how quickly everyone warms up to each other. For bridal and baby showers in particular, a yarn party is a great way to get guests chatting and laughing all while exercising their creative muscles.
Getting the Supplies
You’re throwing a yarn party so you’re going to need one key supply: yarn! There are many different yarn weights and types to choose from, so pick something that catches the eye and feels soft to the touch. One good solution to finding the perfect yarn is to go with a specialty variety like Bernat yarn in the Blanket-EZ style. Your guests will use this type of yarn with just their hands, which adds an element of excitement and adventure to the activity.
Depending on what you’re going to have your guests make, you might need to plan ahead and get a certain type of yarn that will suit the occasion. Or, you can keep things open and flexible by asking your guests to bring their own yarn as if it were a potluck. If your party is a little bit casual and your guests are largely knitters, then they might be able to bring their needles and some of their own yarn.
Picking the Right Craft to Make
Your party’s yarn creation should be fun to make but not so difficult that it will be frustrating for beginners. Pick something with a quick learning curve and one that uses as few supplies as possible. Hand or finger knitting is perfect for these types of parties since there’s no needles required and it’s something that is probably new and exciting to most of your guests.
Choose colors that match the time of year — bright and vibrant colors for spring, warm and earthy tones for fall, etc. If you’re planning on making a baby shower into a yarn extravaganza, then pick a simple but useful craft like a baby bib that the parents could then take home.
Set-up and Decoration
You’ve picked up the yarn, you’ve mastered the craft and are ready to show everyone else how to make it, now the only thing left is to decorate and prepare for your guests. When picking out snacks, go for foods that are not messy or runny since you don’t want the food to end up on everyone’s creations.
Prepare an area that is open and airy by moving aside furniture and gathering chairs around the edge of a room. That will be the main hub for the creative activity of your party. You might even end up “passing the torch” to one of your more enthusiastic guests who will then host the next yarn bash! Have fun!
