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★★★★★
Buy these! There’s none better! I’ve tried them all...
I’ve tried many different blocking boards, mats, squares - you name it. I’ve used huge pieces of styrofoam covered with fabric, foam floor tiles... the list is endless.
Some were flimsy. Some were super heavy & hard to move. Some just took up too much space. Some smelled so strongly of chemicals that I had to use them outdoors.
With Knit IQ I have finally found a solution to virtually every possible blocking dilemma. 1) they are thick enough that my t-pins don’t go all the way through (unless I really press hard) 2) The blocks are clearly marked with lines so I can space my lace tips evenly, line up seams, and keep pieces pinned out to dimensions easily, 3) I can configure the blocks to match the dimensions I need - no matter HOW large the knitted product! 4) The blocks come in neat zippered clear vinyl cases so they’re super easy to store - unlike a giant piece of styrofoam. 5) if I need to take them to a blocking demonstration - I just grab as many cases as I need and I’m set to go!
Today I blocked a lace wedding Chuppah - the canopy under which a Jewish couple is married. It’s 72” x 72”.
It took all 4 of my Knit IQ blocking kits - but it was easy as pie! I easily configured the needed shape and pinned it out. Perfect!!
If you need one perfect solution to blocking your knit or crochet works...buy these. Believe me when I say - I’ve tried them all and nothing works as well as Knit IQ.
And just in case you’re thinking “she must have gotten them for free”. Wrong. I paid full price for 4 sets and I’d do it again in a heartbeat!
April 2018 · Arts Crafts and Sewing · verified purchase