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It is also the fastest and most dry method for blocking your projects, as it involves no moisture whatsoever. Simply pop your project in the dryer for 5-10 minutes, remove, shape, and let cool. There is often no pinning required for this. I use this method a lot for acrylic or economy yarn projects like the Vandyke Poncho and any hats I make. Wet blocking is great for wool, cotton and other natural fibers but doesn’t work well for synthetic yarns. That’s where steam blocking comes in handy.
A simple blanket would likely just need stretching out when damp after a wash. You might want to lay a clean colourfast towel underneath your work when blocking it as this will allow it to dry quicker . Steam is an alternative way to get a small amount of moisture into your fabric. The added element of heat can be used to create shape and additional drape on your fabric. Please take all the necessary safety precautions when working with steam appliances and follow manufacturer guidelines. Your fabric will be damp but not soaked and ready to pin out.
Wet blocking is the most popular technique when it comes to blocking baby blankets, afghans, granny squares, and other motifs. I also think that the longer you wear a blocked crochet project, and the more often you re-block it, the less blocking it will need the next time. But that’s just my intuitive thoughts on the subject, others may see it differently. To be honest, I don’t wash my handmade garments that often.
It can be done by having either enough blocking squares to cover the full size of the blanket, or by using a large bed or area on the floor. Leave your yarn to dry completely before removing the pins and joining your block hooded cowl free crochet pattern to the rest of your project. Soak your fabric block in cold or lukewarm water for up to thirty minutes. Thicker wools will need longer to soak up the water, while thinner yarns may need as little as five minutes.
