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I usually lay a few towels down on the carpet in my living room and pin my damp item down to block. My living room doesnt get much use so I just tell my DH Ive got something down so he doesnt get a suprise. Ive been doing this for years and have had no failures for blocking and no issues with the carpet either. When I block my items are not soaking wet, just very slightly damp. If its fresh off the needles I use a spray bottle filled with water to damp down the item, and if its just washed, I make sure I have squeezed as much water out as possible before I put down on the towels.
I always block my natural fibres, but for acrylic, I dont block at all. Because its not a natural fibre, in my experience, once your item is done, its wash and wear. All my 100% acrylic sweaters and blankets go in the washer and dryer. If its got a bit of natural fibre Ill follow the washing/drying instructions on the ball band. If its lay flat to dry, Ill lay it out in shape, but wont pin it.
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chekccard
