These Knitting Gift Ideas Are Purl-Fect For Anyone Who Gives A Knit

Ann Budd’s latest book about knitting sweaters from the top down is a great gift for the beginner, intermediate, or advanced knitter. It has fantastic illustrations and instructions which will give knitters of all levels the confidence to knit a sweater, as well as add in some of their own individual style. Ann Buss is a best-selling knitting author and her her books have a way of explaining knitting in a way everyone can understand.

Another must-have book is the “AlterKnit Dictionary” by Andrea Rangel. It has 200 modern knitting motifs and is especially great for knitters who love color work, or who want to experiment with it. The book has a section on reading color charts which will help you better understand how to knit in color as well as how to incorporate these designs into other patters. Want to knit a sheep on a blanket? There’s a chart for that. Want to knit socks with skulls on them for teenagers? There’s a pattern for that, too. This book will make you see just how easy it really is to use color to form designs and patterns in knitting.

Keeping your ball of yarn in place to avoid tangles and messes really is a struggle. (Have you ever tried knitting around an animal or small child?) This yarn bowl from Athena’s Elements will solve that problem. Simply put your ball of yarn in the bowl and it will keep it clean, in place, and it looks pretty nice sitting on your shelf when you aren’t using it. It comes in four different colors to choose from and we recommend getting a few different ones for the knitters in your life since they are probably knitting in bed, in front of the television, and in the car when they aren’t driving.

This bag by Stitch Happy the best gift to give the knitter in your life. When you first pick up knitting, you grab some yarn, needles, and scissors. Before you know it, your collection grows, there are scraps everywhere, and your patterns and books need a home. This bag can carry it all and keep it in one place. It’s large enough to hold your yarn collection, and has dividers for all your needles, stitch markers, and scissors so everything stays nice and neat. It also has a shoulder strap which makes it perfect to take along with you while traveling.

Every knitter will tell you they need a place to keep all their needles. This case by A Aifamy is the perfect size, as it holds the longer circular needles that can be tricky to stash. It also rolls up so it takes up a lot less room in your purse or knitting bag than some of the hard cases that are available, not to mention, it comes three stunning designs. There’s also a small zippered pocket to hold your place markers. When it comes to knitting gift ideas, you can’t go wrong with this convenient pick.

Having every needle size at their fingertips is every knitter’s dream. This set by Knitters Pride Dreamz contains interchangeable needles that slide into each other so you have every size needed for any project. One knitter told us this set completely got rid of her wrist pain, as they are smooth and easy to use. Not to mention, they come in a rainbow of beautiful colors that also make it easier to snag the size you’re looking for.

All knitters know it takes some grit to take a skein if yarn and wind it into a ball before you start knitting. But alas, it must be done unless you are into having a huge mess on your hands. This hand-operated yarn winder by Nagina International will make that task so much easier. It’s made out of beech wood so it’s sturdy and beautiful. It’s easy to use and will help you locate any knots or thick parts of your yarn before you start your project, which is a lifesaver in itself.

Knitting in bed does happen — just ask anyone who loves the craft. Why keep your partner awake (or God forbid put the needles down so they can sleep) when you can keep on knitting with this light from Fustar? It’s hands-free, as it goes around your neck, and will allow you to see your project (and your partner to sleep). It’s also rechargeable and you can adjust the brightness mode to fit your needs.

Stitch markers get lost like bobby pins and ponytail holders. Knitters can never have enough so this kit by Heirtronic, which comes with 120 colorful markers, will last (for awhile, anyway). It’s fully stocked with all the sizes you need for different projects, and the colorful rings will stand out and keep your project intact. They are crafted from hard plastic, so no need to worry about them breaking, and they slide over any needle with ease. They all come secure in their own case, which will fit nicely in any knitting bag, so you will always have the marker you need at your fingertips.

These silver charms from Charmed Knitting will make knitting even more stylish than it already is. Instead of plain stitch markers, why not kick it up a notch with silver charms that will make a wonderful gift? They come on a silver pin, which makes them easy to store when they aren’t in use. These also double as jewelry and can be used as charms on a necklace or bracelet.

This beautiful silver ornament belongs on every knitter’s tree. It has a ball of yarn and needles, and its shiny silver tone will look so pretty against all the Christmas tree lights. The Cubic Zirconia charms that surround the center will really give it that extra bling and it comes in a gift-ready pouch, so all you have to do is give it to your favorite knitter — or yourself!

If you’re looking for a slightly kitschy-er gift ideas for knitters, this is it. Every knitter loves to snuggle up with a project and something warm to drink. This mug from Boxer gifts not only looks like a realistic ball of yarn, it explains why all knitters knit: “It keeps them from unraveling.” BTW, it’s never too late to learn something new if you are over there unraveling, yourself.