To block or not to block, that is the question?

I'm researching what to do after completing a crochet project.There are numerous websites that discuss blocking- the methods- what blocking method to do for each type of yarn- the necessity of blocking, depending on whether you crochet a scarf, or a sweaterRight now, I'm crocheting a stoleSo far, the stitches are (finally!!!) coming out nicely, and I imagine this stole will keep someone warm.Based on your experiences, if you were crocheting a stole using 75% wool, 25% nylon yarn, would you block it, or just let it flow?

Humidity should be at 45% to 60% but higher when the snake is sheddingHydrometers can tell you the tanks humidity levelsWhen in shedding, try putting a plastic container large enough for snake to fit, in your cageCut a hole in the lid and put in damp paper towel to make a cheap humidity boxAlso, dry bathing your snake in lukewarm water for 15 minutes a dayThe larger the water dish, the more humidity you will getPlacing the water dish in a warm area (over under tank heat pad or under light) of the enclosure can increase the effectsYou can increase humidity by covering half, but no more than that, of the cage top with some water proof materialPlexiglass, and wet towels have been usedBy covering the top of the cage on the side where you have the water dish, you will greatly increase the efficiency of your setupThe best way to help keep your cage at the proper humidity levels is to spray the cage once or twice a day with room temperature waterLightly mist the entire enclosure, including substrate and cage wallsThe substrate that you use in your enclosure can significantly effect the humidity in the cageIf you want to increase and maintain higher levels of humidity try using orchid bark,cypress mulch, coconut husk, various mosses(not all moss)Pine and cedar shavings should NEVER be used as they contain chemicals that cause respiratory and other problems that lead to deathThe shavings must be monitored closely and all soiled and wet shavings pulled out immediately to prevent bacteria and fungus growths.

If it finishes out to be square, even, flat, and to gauge, then you can skip blockingHowever, if the edges aren't straight, or if the gauge seems to vary from spot to spot, you definitely need to blockPersonally, I always wash/dryclean a completed project (regardless of fiber content) the same way as the care instructions I give the recipient BEFORE gifting it - if there's going to be some kind of problem, I want to know about it before I gift it, not afterGood luck, and congratulations on your completed project!

Install a dripper, buy a cigar humidifier, or buy a small waterfall fountain specially designed for reptile tanksAlso, make sure you are using a reliable humidity gaugeThe cheap little needle ones tend to not be totally accurateYou might want to invest in something more accurate, such as a humidity gauge with a probe, etc.

Install a dripper, buy a cigar humidifier, or buy a small waterfall fountain specially designed for reptile tanksAlso, make sure you are using a reliable humidity gaugeThe cheap little needle ones tend to not be totally accurateYou might want to invest in something more accurate, such as a humidity gauge with a probe, etc.

Humidity should be at 45% to 60% but higher when the snake is sheddingHydrometers can tell you the tanks humidity levelsWhen in shedding, try putting a plastic container large enough for snake to fit, in your cageCut a hole in the lid and put in damp paper towel to make a cheap humidity boxAlso, dry bathing your snake in lukewarm water for 15 minutes a dayThe larger the water dish, the more humidity you will getPlacing the water dish in a warm area (over under tank heat pad or under light) of the enclosure can increase the effectsYou can increase humidity by covering half, but no more than that, of the cage top with some water proof materialPlexiglass, and wet towels have been usedBy covering the top of the cage on the side where you have the water dish, you will greatly increase the efficiency of your setupThe best way to help keep your cage at the proper humidity levels is to spray the cage once or twice a day with room temperature waterLightly mist the entire enclosure, including substrate and cage wallsThe substrate that you use in your enclosure can significantly effect the humidity in the cageIf you want to increase and maintain higher levels of humidity try using orchid bark,cypress mulch, coconut husk, various mosses(not all moss)Pine and cedar shavings should NEVER be used as they contain chemicals that cause respiratory and other problems that lead to deathThe shavings must be monitored closely and all soiled and wet shavings pulled out immediately to prevent bacteria and fungus growths.

If it finishes out to be square, even, flat, and to gauge, then you can skip blockingHowever, if the edges aren't straight, or if the gauge seems to vary from spot to spot, you definitely need to blockPersonally, I always wash/dryclean a completed project (regardless of fiber content) the same way as the care instructions I give the recipient BEFORE gifting it - if there's going to be some kind of problem, I want to know about it before I gift it, not afterGood luck, and congratulations on your completed project!