Looking for great gifts for knitters on your list? ETSY has you covered. You’ll find perfect gift ideas for everyone from the beginning knitter to the knitter who has everything.
I’ll let you in on a little secret. Once the initial equipment purchases are over, we knitters spend most of our money on yarn. Sometimes we pass up a cute accessory or whimsical item because we want to focus on the next project to put on our needles.
That doesn’t mean we don’t like ALL the knitting stuff!
If you have a knitting lover on your gift list, check out this sample of great ideas for giving. There are so many lovely things I can’t possibly show them all, but these are particular favorites. You’ll find gift ideas for all the knitters you know. Trust me, you won’t make a bad choice!
Gifts for Knitters
Many knitters are reluctant to order yarn online. The feel of the fiber is just as important a part of selection process as the colors. That being said, Etsy is the perfect platform for independent yarn dyers to showcase their spectacular colorways. If your knitter lives nearby, consider browsing Etsy shops together and gifting a selection. Yarn Loving Lady By Lisa is just one of many yarn dyers (you can also find her on Instagram and Facebook). I’m fascinated by her nature inspired colorways.
If you’d prefer to handmake your gift, try this cute wristlet bag pattern for knitting (or crocheting) on the go. It features a detachable yarn guide, so projects can be easily switched as desired.
There’s no reason to stop knitting just because you’re travelling. That’s why an accessory kit like this one is an awesome gift. It’s loaded with everything your knitter will need for working on the go.
No matter how large a stash your knitter has there’s always room for more yarn. Especially when it comes in quantities large enough to make something beautiful like this shawl kit from Fibrelya.
If your knitter makes hats, socks or mittens they will love you forever if you gift these DPN tubes. Not only will they store sets of double pointed needles when not in use, the slot will fit over their work and prevent the needles from sliding off when not working on the project. I’m not going to lie. I want these myself.
Here’s a circular needle case pattern that would make a useful gift for a knitter. Those cables can be tricky to keep under control but the accordion style pouches in the organizer will get the job done. Choose their favorite colors and get sewing!
Knitters have a sense of humor. We make fun of our stash, our need for quiet while counting stitches and funny knitting puns. If your knitter is also a coffee or tea drinker, they’ll love this mug.
Many knitters work on multiple projects at the same time. It’s nice when each project has its own bag. ETSY has a ton of project bags in various configurations and fabrics.
Ever wonder how knitters shape the garments they make? Many times it involves a technique where you knit a round and perform an increase or decrease on the following round. Sometimes it’s hard to remember which one you’re on, especially if you get interrupted. This pretty stitch marker also functions as a counter so even if your knitter has to put their work down they will be able to pick up where they left off.
This list is by no means comprehensive, but as you can see, there are lots of things you can gift to a knitter.
The nice part about purchasing from ETSY is you’re buying from independent business people. They’re craftspeople, stay at home parents, and small business owners looking to expand their customer base. So, you can count on great service, personalized attention and shipping options that will help get your gift ideas into the hands of the knitter in your life.
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