Blocking acrylic-- is it worth it???

[desidiva]

Hi. I just finished a crochet scarf with Vanna's Choice yarn, which is 100 % acrylic. When I lay it out flat, it looks even. But when I try it on, it bows in a tiny bit towards the chain edge (even though I tried to crochet really, really loosely). I was wondering if blocking would help and, more importantly, whether blocking works with acrylic. I've blocked acrylic blends before and have been pleased with the results. I usually just wet the item, gently blot the water out with a towel, and then lay it out to dry. This is a gift so I want it to be perfect. Any advice would be appreciated!!

[suzeeq]

Acrylic doesn't block quite like even the blends will. You can steam the edge (don't touch an iron to it) and stretch it to see if that will help.

[desidiva]

Thanks Suzeeq!! This was a great suggestion. I held my iron over the chain edge while it was on the steam setting. Then I pulled the chain edge in opposite directions and let it sit for a bit. Worked like a charm!!