10 Useful & Unique Gifts for Knitters

This collection of gift features 10 of the best knitting gadgets and supplies I hand selected as a knitter for you to give to your favorite knitter (or to get for yourself) for the holidays or any other time of the year. Many of these ideas went straight on my knitting wish list.

I looked for items that might be considered a bit of a splurge or a luxury item, like the designer knitting tote bags, interchangeable knitting needle sets, needle case holders and the beautiful knitting pin from the Artazia Collection.

I also include some more budget-minded, reasonably priced items and practical items on the knitting gift list like notions kits, stitch markers, stitch holders and needle holders.

Since knitters love new knitting books and I've found several unique books on knitting and knitting patterns including a popular one on Vampire Knits inspired by Twilight, True Blood, or The Vampire Diaries and a one with fun Woodland knits. Included with the books are knitting eBook or knitting novel that can be downloaded to a Kindle.

Of course if you still can't find a great knitting gift, more yarn is always welcome. A gift certificate is one that will be appreciated for any serious knitter. More yarn that can be purchased from either from her/his local knitting shop or favorite online shop or from Amazon. I created a downloadable certificate image that is suitable for printing if you need one.

While you are knitting you might want to make a few hat for the Caps for Good or any other charity knitting project.

Here is the list of the top 10 knitting gadgets and presents:

1. Interchangeable Knitting Needle Set
2. A Knitting Tote Bag
3. A Needle Case Holder
4. Knitting Notions Kit
5. Stitch Markers
6. Stitch and Needle Holders
7. Knitting Sweater Pin
8. Knitting Pattern Book
9. Shawl Pin
10. Knitting eBook or Novel

If all else fails then More Yarn!

Interchangeable needles are a useful gift for avid knitters and for those who like knitting with different sizes of knitting needles.

For those looking for a less expensive alternative to the KnitPicks system above, the HiyaHiya needle set is another reasonable option.

Knitters often have a collection of knitting needles that may be stashed with different projects or with yarn.

The various knitting needle case holders will help keep knitting needles more organized.

Just choose the style of holder that matches the type of needles you like to use.

Cases are available for long or short straight needles, double point, circular or interchangeable needles.

If you pick a bright color, like the red case to the right, then it makes it a lot easier to spot your needle stash when you are looking for them.

Yarn accessory kits and yarn cutters are very helpful knitting tools for knitters working with multiple yarns in their project.

Some of these yarn cutters, like the Clover Yarn Cutter Pendant or the more contemporary Tonic Studios Yarn Cutter can be worn around the neck as a necklace for quick and easy access when crafting.

The Clover Yarn Cutter Pendant is one of those classics that has been around for years.

eBay is another great resource for finding yarn and knitting accessories.

Stitch markers to help keep track of rows and stitches are both beautiful and practical knitting accessories.

To find more unique knitting stitch markers look on Etsy or eBay.

Knitter and crafters are sharing their custom-made knitting stitch markers so you can find a one-of-a-kind set for a special accessory.

Many of the stitch markers are available as part of the Amazon add on program and make for functional and price conscious gifts at less than $10.00.

You can also find one of a kind versions on eBay or at Etsy.

Stitch holders are useful and inexpensive knitting accessories.

Many of the stitch holders and smaller knitting accessories are all available as part of Amazon's Add-on program, making them less expensive than if you had to pay for regular shipping charges.

Grab some to use as gift toppers when wrapping up a larger package of yarn.

Needle holders make very practical and inexpensive knitting gadget or package topper.

The holders help keep needles together when they are not being actively knit.

Knitters would love a new knitting book, particularly one filled with fun, unusual, quick or destashing patterns.

Last-Minute Knitted Gifts is a good resource to have for making quick knitted treasures.

Fun Knitting pattern books are being inspired by the movies.

Vampire Knits has been very popular with fans of Twilight, True Blood, and The Vampire Diaries.

Woodland Knits is the number one seller in knitting patterns on Amazon featuring a variety of cute woods-inspired projects.

Shawl pins are a thoughtful gift for knitters, especially those who like to knit and wear shawls.

These beautiful shawl pins will accessorize a handknit shawl or open sweater.

This rosewood shawl pin to the right is classic elegance making it an understated shawl accessory.

The beautiful ebony wooden shawl pin has the popular spiral shape.

More knitting books and novels are now being published to read on Kindle. These books would be a welcome present for the knitting Kindle user.

Let your favorite knitter read a novel that involves knitting and part of the story line.

I've known some knitters who can knit and read a book at the same time. My Mother told me she used to be able to read and knit when she was in college.

Unfortunately I haven't developed that talent, but I do knit a lot while listening to lectures at conferences.

When all else fails you can always get your favorite knitter the old standby—

A gift certificate for more yarn

We all know that those who knit can never have too much yarn.

Perhaps the best idea of all is a certificate for yarn and other knitting items from the knitters favorite local yarn shop or online yarn shop.

The image is suitable for printing and giving. Print your own gift certificate.

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