Welcome to the Skein Scrapalong
Little scraps. Lovely possibilities.
A basket of scraps, a few favourite colours, and a whole month of possibilities.
This October, we’re gathering our leftovers and having a Scrapalong—and we’d love you to join us.
All scrappy projects are welcome: knitted or crocheted, big or small. A blanket, a striped sweater, a colourful shawl, or something entirely your own.
There’s no set schedule and no need to finish in October. Start whenever you like and make at your own pace.
How to join in
- Gather your scraps. Pull out your leftovers, odd skeins and treasured little balls of yarn. Start with what you already have.
- Choose something you’d love to make. Join us in making a Log Cabin Blanket, start another scrappy project, or return to one already on your needles or hook.
- Explore the weekly inspiration. Each week, we’ll add ideas, project updates and a little photo prompt. Follow along whenever you fancy.
- Share a little of your making. We’d love to see your scraps, colours, works in progress and finished pieces. You’re equally welcome to quietly make alongside us.
No registration needed—just your scraps and a project you’re excited to make.
Follow along, week by week
Join us for weekly tutorials, colour ideas and inspiration from the Skein community. Explore something new, share what you’re making, and enjoy putting your scraps to use.
New weekly pages will be added throughout October, and you can revisit them whenever you like.
Share your scrappy making
Part of the pleasure is seeing what everyone is making from their own collection of leftovers. Share a palette, a little progress, a favourite detail or a finished project.
On Instagram
Tag @skeinyarn and use #SkeinScraptober so we can find your photos.
If you’re making a Log Cabin Blanket, you can also use #SkeinScrappyBlanket.
By email
Reply to one of our emails or send your photos to hello@skeinyarn.com . Tell us a little about what you’re making and, if you’d like, include your Instagram handle so we can credit you.
We’d love to share your projects. Let us know if you’re happy for us to feature your photos in our newsletter or on Instagram, with credit to you. We’ll only share with your permission.
Looking for somewhere to begin?
Our free Scrappy Log Cabin Blanket recipe is a lovely way to put your leftovers to use.
Making alongside you
I’m starting another Scrappy Log Cabin Blanket, this time using neutrals with little pops of orange and peach. I’m also planning a scrappy version of my Cruiser Cardigan, so there will be plenty of colour play on my needles.
You’ll find my progress and colour discoveries on the weekly pages as we go. I’m so looking forward to seeing what we all make from our little collections of scraps.
A little company along the way
Join our Skein emails for weekly Scraptober inspiration, photo prompts and project updates, alongside our usual studio news and shop updates.
We hope this inspires you to gather your scraps and begin something lovely.
