Blocking removes creases and adjusts the shape of knit and crochet projects. If your finished item is too heavy for soaking in the water, and the fiber content is not suitable for steaming…then SPRAY blocking is the way to go! This method also comes in handy when you only need to block a portion of your item, without wetting the entire work. In the example below, I am spray-blocking lace edges of a super bulky Whale Rug.

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What You Need For Spray Blocking:  

1. Blocking Board or Interlocking Play Mat
2. Spray Bottle
3. Rust-Resistant Blocking Pins (optional)

Spray generously the front and back side of your project with warm water until it is thoroughly wet.

Lay your project flat on a blocking board or interlocking play mat, shaping it to the specified measurements. You can use some rust-resistant blocking pins to secure your project around the edges if necessary. For instance, lightweight projects might need pins, while heavy rugs perform well without pinning.

Rotate and flip your project periodically to ensure fast and even drying. Depending on the temperature and humidity level, this process might take somewhere between several hours and up to several days.

I often use spray blocking in my Crochet Rug Patterns, because it’s ideal for heavy super-bulky projects. For additional information about other blocking methods, you can check out my Wet Blocking and Steam Blocking tutorials.

I hope you find this article helpful.