Sunrise, I prefer to do both at the same time, keeps them even. I am bad with keeping track of my rows since I knit using continental style and can knit with out watching my hands on certain yarns. My yarn stash is still extensive. I have been making hats to donate with my end of balls, I think I am up to 9 this year. Haven't done much crochet lately it is worse on my wrist than knitting. I try to learn something new each year. This yarn is washable and 75/25 wool/nylon.