How to Select Knitting Needles for Beginners?

For every beginner there are some questions that they ask themselves very often; Which Knitting Needles Should I Buy? What should I look out for when buying Knitting Needles? Which Knitting Needles Are Best For Me? There are a wide variety of knitting needles, like single pointed knitting needles, circular knitting needles, double pointed knitting needles or interchangeable knitting needles. But that was not all, after that the question arises, in what size or length do I need the needle for my project? As you can see, the decision is not particularly easy with this selection of different knitting needles. With this blog, we would like to introduce you today to some of the knitting needles that are suitable for beginners and give you tips on what to look out for when choosing your knitting needles. We are happy to present our Mindful Collection Stainless Steel Knitting Needles in the different types to you in more detail.

Interchangeable circular needles

Our Interchangeable Circular Stainless Steel Knitting Needles are ideal for any type of circular project. Whether you are a beginner and want to knit your very first round project like a hat or loop, or you have years of knitting experience and want to needle socks again, these stainless steel knitting needles are perfect for all your projects and wishes. The circular needles are easier to use for beginners, like the double pointed needles, which are also very often used for round projects. You can connect the appropriate cable lengths with the Needle tips you need, and you will have the right Knitting Needles for every Project. We have a lot of Interchangeable Circular Needles Sets, take a look and find your best Knitting Needles Set by Mindful.

Single Pointed Needles

These classic Single Pointed Knitting Needles are just the thing for anyone who likes to knit in simple back and forth rows. With the blockers at the end of each knitting needle, your project is well secured. With these knitting needles you can knit simple and flat projects such as scarves, blankets or cushion covers. You can find the Single Pointed Needles in many different sizes on our website. Here, too, you will definitely find what you are looking for with great sets, take a look now at our wide range and order your favorite knitting needles or Knitting Needles sets.

Fixed circular knitting needles

These knitting needles can be used in the same way as the interchangeable knitting needles, the only difference here is that the needle tips are connected to the cables and are not interchangeable. Also available as great sets in beautiful and practical cases, take a look around at Mindful.

Now you might be asking yourself one very last question; for which projects do I use which knitting needles? This depends on your project, such as whether it is flat or needs to be crocheted in rounds. In this case, if it is a circular project that needs to be knit in closed rounds like socks, hats or loops, you must prefer either Interchangeable Knitting Needles or Fixed Circular Knitting Needles. Or would you rather knit flat projects like a baby blanket or scarf? Then you should prefer the Single Pointed Knitting Needles in this case. Our Mindful Collection knitting needles are all made of stainless steel. This makes them light as a feather, but they still have a secure grip and glide comfortably through the mesh. The steel needles are durable and do not lose their shine for long years. Did you know that the jingling of steel needles has a calming effect? So you can create your works and relax at the same time. This is yoga for your soul.

"Calm mind brings inner strength and self-confidence, so that's very important for good health."

- Dalai Lama

Knitting brings calm in your life, with the soothing movements and the clinking of the knitting needles you can switch off and forget all your worries. Do something good for yourself. We very much hope that this article has helped you to choose your knitting needles. You can find a lot of Sets, Accessoires by Mindful with which you as a beginner are perfectly equipped.