Nov 27, 2024
In this episode, Anne provides some guidance for those
who are attempting to shop for a knitter this holiday season and
walks them through the whats and whys. These show notes will be the
longest ever and will likely be chopped off by some podcast
distribution apps. To get to all of the recommendation links,
please visit the full show notes at IThoughtIKnewHow.com/episode-125-gifts-for-Knitters
Links to Things Mentioned in
the Show
Blankets:
Wool Throw
Connecticut
Blanket (scroll down for list of sellers)
Tea:
Art of Tea
Tea & Absinthe
creates loose leaf tea blends based on fandoms (Perfect if your
knitter is a nerd!)
Coffee Suggestions:
Charleston Coffee Roasters
Variety Sample Pack (Pre-ground)
City Boy Coffee (You can
choose the type of coffee and what form it comes in.)
Hot Chocolate options:
PopBar Hot Chocolate
Sticks
Gourmet
Du Village Hot Chocolate Based in Canada, come in packs of 6.
Fun themed packaging and very tasty! They can be found in shops in
the US as well.
Calendars:
My Life with
Sheep calendar by Jo Spencer on the Isle of Skye
Lambies in Jammies and Goats in
Coats Calendar
Digital Devices:
Apple IPad Mini
Apple IPad 10th
Generation
Sumsung Galaxy Tab
Amazon Fire
The best knitting app on the planet: KnitCompanion
Headphones:
Budget option or stocking-stuffer: Panasonic Wired Earphones I’ve been using these for years when I need a wired earphone. When something happens to them, I buy another pair of the same!
For Apple users: The AirPods Pro2 have great sound and noise canceling, and they are built to work with Apple products, so they are quick and easy to set up and start using.
Over-ear style, wireless: Bose QuietComfort. In all honesty, I haven’t used these as I prefer the in-ear style, but I asked around and these were recommended over and over. They have noise canceling and are great for spoken-word situations and music!
Lamps:
A floor lamp with
directional lighting
A table lamp with
semi-directional lighting
Ott-Lites (full spectrum
light lamps for crafters)
LumosLumos neck lamps (Use
code ANNE30 at checkout before December 2 for 30% off!)
Cushions:
Samsonite Lumbar Cushion with
heat
A basic, 12” x 20” throw pillow
cover, don’t forget you will need a pillow form for it,
too.
Lots of wool vendors and designers to be found at the LoveWovember.com marketplace!
Kits
US: Morehouse
Farm
UK: Uradale Yarns
Canada:
Urban
Yarns
Australia: The Skein
Sisters
EU:
WoolDreamers
You can also sign them up for kits to be delivered
periodically! Hop over to
Cratejoy and search for Knitting and see what subscription
boxes are currently available!
Books
The Journal of Scottish
Yarns
Memory
Lane: Embellished Knits to Cherish
Every Way With Granny
Crochet
Patty Lyon’s Knitting Bag of
Tricks and the accompanying Workbook
Books of knitted
animals
Blocking tools:
“Official” blocking mats (They will
need multiple sets for an adult sweater)
A less expensive mat solution
(This is what I use)
Blocking Pins (yes, these are
a special type!)
KnitBlockers are like
multiple pins in one
Blocking wires
Jumper
Board from Paparwark Furniture
Other Tools
Swift
Ball Winder (The type I have
is no longer available, but this is a reputable company)
Yarn Bowl
Needle Roll
Plain hanging storage for
circular needles
A decorative hanging storage for
circular needles (also check etsy.com!)
Binder system for circular
needles
Interchangeable needle kits:
Knitters Pride
has many options at different price points. All are good choices.
This Chiaogoo Set is ideal for lace
knitters as the tips are very pointy.
HiyaHiya are also a popular
brand.
BE CAUTIOUS of interchangeable needle sets priced below $70. You get what you pay for, and you want quality when it comes to interchangeables.
Janette Budge (knitting belts and classes)
Small gifts:
Bulk scissors
Bulk glass nail files
Bulk measuring tapes
Standard stitch markers
Metal stitch markers in a
tin
1500 bulb pin stitch
markers
Decorative stitchmarkers
(also check Etsy!)
Barber Cord in a tin
Rolls of Barber
Cord
Knitting Jewelry
Cute yarn earrings
Silver “yarn” earrings
Charms
suitable for a pandora-style jewelry
Bracelet from an old knitting needle
Honestly, there are so many options. Go to etsy and search for
knitting jewelry and see what pops up around you!
Gift Certificates
If you do not have a local yarn store, support a local
yarn store in my community!
Knit New Haven
Or, choose a yarn store closer to your home:
Canada:
West Coast Wools
The UK:
Black Sheep Wools
Germany: Pascuali
New Zealand:
Flock of Knitters
I will see you daily through December on the Purl Together YouTube Channel and will return in audio form in 2025!