Knitting needles

Knitting needles can be of different types, lengths, thicknesses. The materials they are made of also differ. Some can be made of metal aluminum, others of wood, bamboo, others of carbon fiber, etc. We see a huge variety of knitting tools on the market today, which is great, but also a little tricky when it comes to choosing. We will try to briefly and understandably discuss all their possible types.

·        Short. This group usually includes those whose lengths are 10, 15, 20cm. 10-15cm length is perfect for knitting small, small products. If you need knitted shoes for a baby, or small, woolen socks for a newborn, then short 20cm knitting needles are the most popular knitting needles for children and adults. Don't forget that you need a set of 5 knitting needles, but some manufacturers add a sixth, spare.

·        Long. Needles with a length of 30-35cm are usually called long. These can be used to knit sweaters, knitted vests for both children and adults.

By thickness.

·        Thin. We can assign to this group all sizes between 2mm and 3mm thick. There are also extremely thin ones, for example 1.5mm. Thinner ones are usually recommended for knitting with very thin yarns. For example, mohair.

·        Medium. Their size varies between 3.5 - 4.5mm. These sizes are one of the most popular and commonly used in knitting.

·        Thick. The thicker the yarn, the thicker knitting needles are recommended for knitting them. Thick can be considered anything that starts from about 5-6mm. There are extra thick 10-15mm. All sizes are printed on them, so It is quite easy to distinguish between them. However, if it happens that the size rubs off, in such cases, the size meter helps.

How do I know what thickness (size) I need?

It is extremely easy to find out, because the manufacturer indicates the recommended size on each thread label. Most often, an interval is indicated. For example, 1.5 - 4mm. This means that you have to set and choose the exact size yourself, according to the type of knitting you are planning , pattern, elasticity.

By composition.

·        Metal ones. This is one of the most popular types. Metal ones are made of aluminum, brass, stainless steel. They are light, smooth, so they do not tire your hands, and knitting eyes slide easily on its surface. If you are looking for quality and durable tools, then metal ones are what you need.

·        Wooden. Can be made of various woods. For example, birch. Woods are extremely light, smooth. They are suitable for those who like the warmth and comfort of natural wood. The great thing is that they are not too slippery, so knitting eyes don't tend to slide off easily and quickly.Choose wooden ones if you don't like the coldness of metal.

·        Bamboo ones. Their advantage is that they are light, strong and smooth. An excellent choice for knitting with various yarns. They are recommended for beginner knitters and children because, like wooden ones, their eyes don't slip off so easily.

·        Carbon (carbon fiber). Carbon fiber is one of the strongest materials. Knitting needles made of this fiber are not only strong, durable, but also beautiful! Stylish design, lightness, convenience in the knitting process will turn it into a real pleasure.

·        Plastic. Cheaper than metal, wood or carbon, but can wear out and break faster.

·        Acrylic. Perfect for the beginner knitter/s. They are light, flexible, strong and durable. The yarn will not slip off easily during knitting, so it is suitable for working with "slippery" yarn.< span style="font-size: 10.5pt; line-height: 150%; font-family: 'Arial', sans-serif; background: white;">

By type.

·        Long, straight. The long set usually consists of 2 pieces. These can be used to knit overalls for newborns, dresses for women and girls, skirts, scarves, etc. You can also use the long ones to knit turbans.

·        For socks. These sets usually consist of 5 shorter ones. The length can vary from 10cm to 25cm. The most popular and universal size for knitting socks is 20cm.

·        Wired needles. These are extremely popular, because they can be used to knit various types of circular knitting. They are very suitable for knitting women's hats, cuffs, tapis. It is important to mention that the length of needles with wire is measured from the tip to the tip!

·        Pynes. They are mostly made of metal, plastic. They are intended for obtaining various braid patterns. Buy and knit cut-out pattern products.

·        Screw-on. The biggest advantage of these is that they can be used with lines of all lengths. If you plan to knit a large product and need to cast a lot of stitches, then the line should be longer. And vice versa, for a small the product needs a shorter line. Line lengths can be from 20 to 150 cm.

How to choose quality knitting needles?

Knitting needles, like any other work tool, must be of high quality, comfortable, reliable, ergonomic. You should pay attention to the thickness of the threads. If the threads are thick, then you should choose thicker ones. If the threads are thin, the needles should also be thin. The thinner they are, the denser they will be. Conversely, if you choose thicker ones, then the knitted product will be less dense. You will find all the necessary information and the recommended size what you plan to knit. The products of Knit pro, Addi and other popular and reliable manufacturers will always guarantee quality and flawless work. Every knitter or knitter must choose all the work tools according to themselves, because everyone's needs are different and unique.< span style="font-size: 10.5pt; line-height: 150%; font-family: 'Arial', sans-serif; background: white;">

Which knitting needles should you have?

If you want to have everything you need in one place, then a set of needles is a great solution. You will find all the most popular sizes in them and you won't have to worry about buying them. Another advantage of such sets is that they usually have special and convenient cases that are easy to pick up and take with you when going on a long trip or vacation.Answering the question of what you need to have, then again, you should take into account what will be knitted.

·        If your plan is to knit colorful woolen socks, wristbands or other small products, then you need a set of 5 pieces. Choose wooden, aluminum, stainless steel, brass or extremely light and strong carbon fiber.

·        If the plan is a small knit, such as a scarf, choose long, straight ones.

·        The best choice for knitting a wide plaid, a round sleeve or a sweater sleeve is knitting needles with yarn. Choose the yarn length according to the size of the knitting you plan to knit. Very convenient with a 360-degree spinning yarn (eg Knit pro).

·        Screw-on ones are worth choosing because of their practicality and convenience. It is easy to change the needles and the length of the yarn. If you have started knitting and thought of changing their size, it is enough to simply unscrew them from the yarn and change them to others. It is convenient because you do not have to remove the entire knitting and exaggerate The entire knitting remains on the line and you can continue working after the change. Special tips are added to the screw-on set, which are placed on the line during the change and thus protect the knitting eyes from slipping. pt; line-height: 150%; font-family: 'Arial', sans-serif; background: white;">

·        We recommend that you first choose knitting threads, know exactly what you want to knit and only then choose needles for knitting.

Knitting needles online

Darau.lt is an online store where you can find all the tools and threads you need for knitting in one place and you can buy them quickly and easily online. Informative product photos, accurate and detailed descriptions and the ability to filter will allow you to easily and quickly choose what you need If you still have questions and want additional information, please contact us and we will help you.

How to buy? Put all the necessary goods in the basket and submit the order. We - the Darau.lt team - will take care of safe and fast preparation and delivery. We have all the goods locally, so preparation and shipping usually only take 1-3 working days Orders are delivered quickly and efficiently throughout Lithuania.

What is the difference between knitting needles and yarn?

These are 2 knitting needles connected by a common line. The lines can be of different types, metal, plastic. Their lengths also differ. The larger the knitting is planned, the longer the line will be needed. When choosing them, pay attention to how the needle is connected to the yarn is smooth and the yarn won't catch. They are used for knitting sleeves, sweaters, hats. They are also suitable for small and large items, such as blankets , when you need to knit large, heavy products, because the weight is distributed on the line, and the line itself with the knitting can be comfortably placed on a table, a chair, your legs, etc it's quite convenient to try on the knit or to look at it, which is not so convenient to do with long and straight ones.

Types of needles with thread:

·        With factory attached line. This means that the length of the corresponding line is attached to the needles during production and cannot be changed.

·        With screw-on wire. It is very convenient, because you can screw the required length of wire to the needles of the desired thickness.

Which needles should a beginner knitter or knitter choose?

For professionals