It is a bit smaller than a gumball. It is fun to crochet with too! The heart was made with a 2.50 crochet hook and a white little knitting ball of this thread. I used this project to make the heart: http://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/how-to-crochet-a-heart
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Silk, in particular, has an affinity for plant dyes, and colours beautifully.
Recycle plastic bag into a crafting material