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 Posted: Thu Jan 14, 2016 2:45 pm
I notice places like Etsy and Buy&Sell sites like Craigslist people tend to sell unwanted crochet cotton. Some being "vintage"
People tend to cash in on the word "vintage" a little too much by asking for ridicules amount of money.
What are your thoughts about vintage thread or yarn?
Would you pay $6-$8 for a ball of vintage crochet cotton that has been used or haven't been used?
I personally have some vintage thread given to me by my grandmother. To me the quality is not all that different then today. Only difference is the colors are-- well some of them are ugly, while some are really pretty.
I like to hear your opinions.
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Posted: Thu Feb 04, 2016 6:50 pm
I agree some are really pretty. I tend to stay away from "old" thread because you never know how it was stored. Meaning: If it wasn't stored in a goof place(no moisture, no heat, even temp) then it won't last as long. I've used some from the 1950's and it didn't make it past the 2nd washing. That's just my thought. I do love yarn that's no longer made. One in particular I try to snatch up if it ever makes a appearance on ebay. Sorry for not answering sooner. My mom has been in the hospital since January 6th.
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Posted: Tue May 17, 2016 12:06 pm
Felina75 I agree some are really pretty. I tend to stay away from "old" thread because you never know how it was stored. Meaning: If it wasn't stored in a goof place(no moisture, no heat, even temp) then it won't last as long. I've used some from the 1950's and it didn't make it past the 2nd washing. That's just my thought.
You're absolutely right, though. Cotton's a natural fiber, meaning it decays... and even though archaeologists have found linen items among grave goods and even on bodies at ancient burial sites, the fact that they get so excited about it shows you how rare it is. Over time, it'll get brittle and thin, just like a fallen leaf, until you could practically look at it the wrong way and it'll just disintegrate.
On the other hand, if I were to find an acrylic yarn or thread that old, I'd be leery of using it, since I wouldn't have faith that the manufacturers at the time were able to make a good product (early days of the industry, and all that).
And I have no good excuse for my tardiness in replying... I do work full-time now, but that started in March, so... mea culpa? sweatdrop
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Posted: Thu Jun 30, 2016 9:25 am
faolan Felina75 I agree some are really pretty. I tend to stay away from "old" thread because you never know how it was stored. Meaning: If it wasn't stored in a goof place(no moisture, no heat, even temp) then it won't last as long. I've used some from the 1950's and it didn't make it past the 2nd washing. That's just my thought.
You're absolutely right, though. Cotton's a natural fiber, meaning it decays... and even though archaeologists have found linen items among grave goods and even on bodies at ancient burial sites, the fact that they get so excited about it shows you how rare it is. Over time, it'll get brittle and thin, just like a fallen leaf, until you could practically look at it the wrong way and it'll just disintegrate.
On the other hand, if I were to find an acrylic yarn or thread that old, I'd be leery of using it, since I wouldn't have faith that the manufacturers at the time were able to make a good product (early days of the industry, and all that).
And I have no good excuse for my tardiness in replying... I do work full-time now, but that started in March, so... mea culpa? sweatdrop
No worries faolon! I've been MIA for a looooong time. I think this is my longest run so far: 2 or 3 months. cat_eek At any rate, I agree with you. The early days of acrylics were iffy at best and they are so scratchy. Ugh.
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Posted: Thu Jun 30, 2016 9:26 am
faolan Felina75 I agree some are really pretty. I tend to stay away from "old" thread because you never know how it was stored. Meaning: If it wasn't stored in a goof place(no moisture, no heat, even temp) then it won't last as long. I've used some from the 1950's and it didn't make it past the 2nd washing. That's just my thought.
You're absolutely right, though. Cotton's a natural fiber, meaning it decays... and even though archaeologists have found linen items among grave goods and even on bodies at ancient burial sites, the fact that they get so excited about it shows you how rare it is. Over time, it'll get brittle and thin, just like a fallen leaf, until you could practically look at it the wrong way and it'll just disintegrate.
On the other hand, if I were to find an acrylic yarn or thread that old, I'd be leery of using it, since I wouldn't have faith that the manufacturers at the time were able to make a good product (early days of the industry, and all that).
And I have no good excuse for my tardiness in replying... I do work full-time now, but that started in March, so... mea culpa? sweatdrop
No worries faolon! I've been MIA for a looooong time. I think this is my longest run so far: 2 or 3 months. cat_eek At any rate, I agree with you. The early days of acrylics were iffy at best and they are so scratchy. Ugh.
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