Wether you're a newbie stitcher or a seasoned pro, you're nothing without your tools. Besides the obvious knitting needles and crochet hooks, there are some fibre gadgets we feel are necessary to have on hand, and it doesn't hurt if they look cute too! Here are 6 essential knitting and crochet tools we could not live without.
Embroidery Scissors: When it comes to scissors, you can get fancy like these from Lemon Tree Supplies (Richmond, Ontario), or keep it simple with these by Loops & Threads from Micheals. Either way, make sure they are sharp and in your notion pouch at all times.
Stitch Markers: Stitch Markers or Progress Keepers are a must! They help you keep track of key areas in your work and are basically jewellery for yarn. Check out our selection here!
Tape Measure: Not every project requires a tape measure but if you're working on a sweater, a sock, or a hat, you may want to have one at the ready to avoid any mishaps. I just purchased this retractable tape measure from MadeByKendraK (from St Albert, Alberta)! Isn't it adorable?!
Gauge Ruler: Full disclosure, I don't always do a gauge swatch, but when I do (à la Dos Equis man) I want to use one of these from Boutique Twistitch! Each beautiful ruler is hand made with love in Montréal and adorned with whimsical illustrations by artist Nooby Lemona
(Instagram here).
Row Counter: A row counter is a tool I use almost daily. You can always count by drawing a line on a piece of paper like I use to do, but I don't recommend it. After loosing too many of those papers, I purchased this one from Michael's for 13.99$ a very long time ago. I really like it, but now I have my sights on something a little prettier, like this one from Twill and Print, from Montreal, Quebec.
Notion Pouch: This one is a bit of an obvious one but you're going to need a pouch to put all your favourite tools in, and why not choose one that reflects your personality. Pick one of these cuties and tote your tools in style. Our pouches are made slightly larger than most notion bags, so you can store a few of those bigger items.
This list was originally much longer, but for the sake of digestibility, I split it up into two posts, so tay tuned for part II next week. How about you, what is your favourite gizmo you can't do without? Please share below!
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