Yarn Blocking Matts

[@Gloria_Diaz]

Thanks for the tip, Summer! I have a few of the blocking mats that you can pick up at Michael’s, and a set of kids play mats that I don’t really like. I’ve had the Knit Picks set in my shopping cart many times, but can’t justify the $40 +/-. I followed the link in your video description box and saw the $18 set at Amazon. Then I followed the other link to Harbor Freight. I had never heard of them, so I was very surprised to find out that there is a store just a few miles from my house and they had the mats in stock. After work today I went over there and I picked up two sets for $8.99 each! I am so happy! Thank you so much.

[@sharondensmore5052]

Happy camping!!

[@desireenetzhammer6499]

Good morning Summer. These mats are great. I've thought about using the same idea with the mats under the tents too. There are a lot of cool things to get at HFT that can be used in the craft room like; storage bins for buttons, beads and bobbins, cutting blades for rotary cutters to cut fabric, para cord, and magnetic parts/tool holder for pins. One of the things I have my eye on is the wood tool chest. I want to use it for my crochet and knitting needles, etc. Some women use it as a jewelry box. Many women like to shop here. I hope ya'll have a fun and relaxing camping trip.

[@erinmiller1034]

I have those Matt’s for blocking. We also use them when we go camping for the ground outside tent or caravan

[@melaniecrochets]

I’ve been looking for those mats thanks. I kept checking my $5 below. I didn’t branch out yet to Harbor Freight. Guess where I’m going tomorrow 🤣

[@EvieO1950]

Hi Summer!! I consider these a necessity for crocheting. I bought some the really large foam pads for my large projects like shawls and wraps. I don’t block everything but I have blocked acrylic 🧶💕🧶

[@kellyfazekas7831]

Thank you Summer, this is a great find!!!

[@belindasorrells5183]

Enjoy your camping vacation! Thanks for the tips about Harbor Freight plan to go there very soon for something else so will check out those mats.

[@pjk4361]

I got my giant blocking squares from Costco, I believe 6 to a package. They're reasonably priced and great for projects like shawls and sweaters.

[@montyboy9809]

Awesome deal! Thanks for sharing!

[@debbyferguson5638]

Yay for Harbor Freight!🤗

[@jessicamock6087]

Summer! You always look lovely, but your hair is especially gorgeous in this video! You are so beautiful and I enjoy your channel so much. 😊

[@claratrujillo1206]

Thanks for sharing all the information about blocking. Thanks you are the best you always share the links. Have a great day and vacation.❤️

[@flowers-9876]

Thank you for sharing 🙂

[@louwalmsley2674]

Thanks Summer!! You always have great tips and suggestions!!

[@debwinans9712]

looking extra great today!

[@stephaniecrafts9169]

I totally got some too at our Home Depot but I also have some camping mats which I’d forgotten about. They are curled (like a yoga mat) but once flat they’d cover a good space of the floor. And we have 5 campers in our family! 😄👍🏼

[@michelleseager9782]

I went thrifting one day awhile back, I found a set of kids playmats , that hook together. A set of 12, for $3! I grabbed those up! My husband was confused lol I told him, “blocking mats!”

[@trishlewis6177]

I use the big floor mats to do my blocking! I bought mine at Ollies.

[@angelatalbert331]

Thank you, Summer!

[@PamelasAdoringCrochet]

Thanks for the tip.

[@debralawson9367]

Hi Summer, I have been looking for a great deal on blocking mats. Thank you so much. Have a blessed 4th.

[@wendysummers6728]

Hello. Great tip thank you. So happy to hear that your family are going camping .. Have tons of fun and take care.

[@krisphelps556]

Omg! That’s the best deal ever. So I’m in Minneapolis and I guess we have a harbor freight in Bloomington. I had no idea that store even existed. I looked online it’s available only in store. Guess where I’m going after work tomorrow. Thanks for the great tip. Wish I didn’t pay the big bucks for the other mats.

[@8SmileyLady]

Wow, thanks for the info Summer! Have a great camping trip.

[@maryklenewski7190]

Wow, great find! Thank you for sharing.

[@karenwatkins4122]

Thankyou for sharing about the mats enjoy your camping now you will be more comfortable God bless

[@marianandrews9372]

Thanks for the info. Next time my husband goes there I will join him.

[@sekwa75]

I have some children’s play mats that I purchased for blocking. Interesting note: I was checking on Amazon some time ago for play mats, and a large percentage of the reviews were from crafters who purchased the mats for blocking. If you are worried about colors bleeding from the mats onto you project, you can put a towel, or two, down first.

[@christydore2524]

Awh, wonderful! I wanted to block my throw prior to gifting, but didn't have blocks and esp. One large enough. I must check into this more economical larger mat from harbor freight! Thank you! 🇺🇸🥰

[@deborahworkman5329]

Thank you....I've been thinking of getting some. Great news! I will check them out. Camping tip-- we used pool floats, and air mattress.

[@peggytobin4679]

Have a great vacation .Happy 4th

[@silveralanatural]

Thanks for the heads up 😊

[@lindawellinghoff5432]

Thanks. Have fun camping 🏕!! Loved the tip!!

[@CraftsbyTheeRose]

Good morning Summer nice video.

[@katibere1966]

Thanks! I purchased a set of blocking mats on Amazon last year…very useful! Looking into sock blockers now

[@itsinthebagcrochetwithdarla]

Thanks for the info. Enjoy your camping trip!

[@cheryll9794]

Thanks for the tip!

[@mariab.1997]

Aren't you a teacher? We have been buying these since 1976. Started off with the ones for babies and quicly moved on to the "garage flooring foam mats" because of the pricing. We still got the colorful ones that teach the alphabet and stuff, but as long as it was not harmful, we expanded the "play areas" with these. They even have the straight edge pieces. It is funny that what seems like common knowledge to some, is completely unknown to others. Your tips are great. You can also get neck lights and snake lights at places like Harbor Freight for less than a craft store. Your sister makes jewelry. She should look for some of those tools at the hardware stores as well. Craftsman and the like can be pricey but hold up really well with guarantees. In the long run, tools marketed toward beaders and crafters are way more expensive.

[@margaretannrice315]

Thanks for the information, luv good tips!

[@sueseger6883]

Have fun camping!

[@sweetpickle57]

Great idea! I'm not much on blocking however that's a great price. I do believe the Knit Picks one has the inches marked on them, however that could be easily done. Have a great time camping. Happy 4th of July! 🎉🎉🎉

[@sandrajohn5415]

Thanks for sharing

[@HookedOnWishing]

Awesome tip ! Next time my hubby wants to go to harbor freight I won’t drop my feet lol

[@jennellwarczinsky9645]

My mother and I made our own many years ago using the puzzle foam pieces.

[@debbieperea95]

I bought something very similar from Sam’s Club and I bought those months ago to use as blocking too!🤣🤣🤣👍🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@AngelatheCraftyFairyGodmother]

Okay I need to go to Habor Tool and Freight!

[@Viviana-Sandy]

I will look to see if it is a harbor freight around here ,Thank you Summer

[@maribelishooked4378]

Great deal

[@joanmachado9063]

Good morning ☀️

[@francesdurietz750]

I bought the big mats here in Australia for $12 Aus and there were 4 in the set

[@amylongtocrochet]

That is a great idea with the shop mays! They are bigger definitely! Thanks for sharing. One question though... why do you need to block sticks? Lol

[@marythompson3297]

Have fun camping

[@gailshaughnessey8914]

I bought mats intended for a children's play area. Bright colors and lots of coverage.

[@barbaramartin6837]

I love my blocking mats from Amazon with the grid lines to help block in straight lines, but for larger blocks at $8.99 at Harbor Freight I'm sure I can find a way to keep my edges straight. Those would be great for larger shawls that I usually have to block in 2 or 3 sessions.

[@carolh9439]

❤️

[@christineprice5463]

I haven't blocked anything yet. I may have to think about this. Thanks 😊

[@pamf9018]

Harbour freight rocks and they always have coupons to boot

[@theresasatterfield2828]

I love the idea 💡 😍 However, I wonder if the black ⚫ 🤔 would transfer onto your work? 💙🧶🌞

[@SummersTipsandStitches]

In some of the comments other folks use them and didn’t say anything about them being ruined with black!

[@theresasatterfield2828]

Awesome. Thanks Summer. I will have to tag along with Marty to the Harbor Freight!!

[@Stacey.B]

The mats look like mats my kids played with when they were toddlers. Is there something special about mats?My husband goes to harbor freight at least 1-3. Times a week. They always have Coupons for 20%off or more!!!!!

[@eliedutra5343]

Good morning summer

[@Therealgirlinthedesert]

They should be heat resistant also if you are steaming crochet or knit on the mat. I know the ones from Joann’s are. Can you steam on the HFT floor mats?

[@SummersTipsandStitches]

Good thought…I don’t use heat when blocking, or haven’t yet. Something to consider

[@CCereghini]

We found some on clearance at Home Depot one year & I was so excited!

[@lifeinjaneyscrochetworld8756]

Thanks for information Unfortunately for me I refuse to block anything Have a great day

[@SummersTipsandStitches]

Good for you!!!

[@candygrubisic]

Now, the question is, did you get some for camping and buy some for yourself for blocking? lol My daughter has the alphabet ones in her kids' playroom.

[@SummersTipsandStitches]

Both!!!

[@candygrubisic]

​@@SummersTipsandStitches Perfect! LOL

[@hansenje1]

Sorry. This is an example of men “goods” being cheaper than women’s using the same item. Same as buying a baby gate verses a dogs gates.

[@Whistlebritches1]

Very good TIP to know that Harbor freight carries them ☺️ How long are you going camping for? Ugh we went every year when I was growing up and I didn't like it then and don't like camping to this day. I can handle a day or two but any more than that and I'm ready to go home. Have fun with your family Summer