3 Tips to Choose the Best Knitting Needles for Beginners Are you thinking of taking up knitting? Or, are you thinking of introducing a loved one to the craft world? When you are just starting it is obvious to feel overwhelmed with the options of knitting needles. You will have questions about whether you should use straight or circular needles and about needle material and sizes. Before you get hold of every knitting needle type and size available, take a peek at three tips that help you choose the best knitting needles for beginners. ● Decide whether you want to knit on Straight or Circulars? Understanding the knitting needles is the first step to learning knitting. The options for beginners are the classic single-pointed needles (STNs) and the circular ones. The doublepointed needles are specialty tools that will be introduced when knitting in the round. STNs come in pairs and are ideal to learn about the basic stitches. With a stopper at one end and a pointed tip at the other, beginners find it easy to rest the needles on their bodies without pricking themselves. It is handy for flat knitting and easy projects such as scarves, sweaters and some easy knitting projects. Circular knitting needles are versatile options for beginners. The pair allows knitting flat and in the round. The needle tips come with cords in different lengths and materials. The varieties are fixed circulars and interchangeable needles. The ergonomic design of the needles allows the weight of the knitting project to rest on the cords. Therefore your hands do not feel fatigued. Beginners can take up any of the knitting needles as long as they are comfortable handling them. STNs are handy for beginner projects and interchangeable circular knitting sets are a worthwhile investment in your craft. So, decide accordingly! ● Try out Needle Material Knitting needles are commonly available in materials such as metal, wood, bamboo, and carbon. Each of these materials is suitable to knit but it all depends on you as a knitter and the material you are comfortable with. While some prefer bamboo and wood for smooth knitting and the hold on stitches while knitters who knit rather tightly prefer smooth surfaces that assist in the passing of stitches. Choose premium knitting needles because they will allow you to knit comfortably and serve you for years. ● Understand Needle Sizes & lengths
Lastly, understand the sizes and lengths of knitting needles. All needles have a standard measurement size in US sizes and mm. For beginners, the suitable options are the mediumsized needles that are US 6 (4 mm), US 7 (4.5 mm), and US 8 (5mm) and lengths of 8″ to 10″ to practice the basic stitches. The small sizes and the bigger sizes are both difficult to work with when you are just starting. But, once you begin with a project, the pattern will suggest the needle sizes and yarns that go with it. So now you have the top things to consider to choose the right knitting needles, and you’re all set to start. Lantern Moon collection offers handcrafted tools and accessories for your craft made from premium ebony wood. The liquid silk finish of the needles offers a smooth knitting experience. Happy Knitting!