Best yarn needles according to redditors
We found 10 Reddit comments discussing the best yarn needles. We ranked the 8 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 10 Reddit comments discussing the best yarn needles. We ranked the 8 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
If you use a twin pointed needle, you can up your two handed technique to be so much faster. Plus, since you're not turning the needle, the threads don't get twisted so you have don't have to stop to let them un-twist frequently. Only downside is the eye of the needle is a little weak in the smaller size.
Link:
Colonial Needle Twin Pointed Quick Stitch Tapestry Hand Needles, Size 22, 3-Pack https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0001DS0RG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_me90BbPWDNR24
I agree with the needle set, though I respectfully disagree with the "good" part. There's no sense dropping a lot of money on needles when you don't know what the preference is going to be (wood needles? metal?) and sometime circular needles throw beginners for a loop in a "what is this" kind of way.
What I would do is get her some knitting notions, a set of beginner needles, just some things she'll find useful. Here is a list of what I would get her:
An inexpensive set of needles (this one https://www.amazon.com/LIHAO-Bamboo-Knitting-Needles-10-0mm/dp/B00QGI9ZPG/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1540516899&sr=8-5&keywords=knitting+needle+set&dpID=51R6%252BMWijVL&preST=_SY300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch or maybe this one https://www.amazon.com/Hysagtek-Pointed-Stainless-Knitting-Assorted/dp/B06Y2D7JHW/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1540516975&sr=8-3&keywords=knitting+needle+set+metal)
Tapestry needles (METAL NOT PLASTIC. Like these https://www.amazon.com/Fairycece-12-Pack-Darning-Needles-Tapestry/dp/B01N9SIMUE/ref=sr_1_6?ie=UTF8&qid=1540517003&sr=8-6&keywords=tapestry+needle&dpID=51pL07DibjL&preST=_SX300_QL70_&dpSrc=srch or these https://www.amazon.com/Outus-Large-eye-Needles-Knitting-Sewing/dp/B01LXNZO3O/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1540517003&sr=8-5&keywords=tapestry+needle)
Stitch markers (I like these ones https://www.amazon.com/Shappy-Knitting-Crochet-Locking-Markers/dp/B01MR4W3W6/ref=sr_1_12?s=arts-crafts&ie=UTF8&qid=1540517061&sr=1-12&keywords=stitch+markers)
Tape measurer (just like a basic retractible tape measurer, nothing fancy)
That should give her plenty of "notions" (knitting tools that aren't knitting needles). If you only get her one thing on the list, get a knitting needle set
You can get a gold coated needle to frame that won’t rust
3 Item Bundle: Gold Tapestry Needles, Size 22, 24 & 26 (4 Needles Each Package) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07F17MJYF/
What I suggest is that you find a well rated needlework store and tell them your tale. They will be able to tell you reputable framers in your area and also might know a volunteer to clean and prep and sign your piece for you (I know I would). I get nervous in that phase anyway, I certainly wouldn’t try it for the first time on a heirloom.
I haven't got this altogether on an Amazon list, some of it's from Michael's, but here you go:
Washable Embroidery pen for marking grids.
Needles
Hoopla hoop. It's plastic (wood and metal stain projects), it grips well (with the overhang), and it's my preferred hoop for working on projects. There are other plastic hoops, but not all have the one piece with an overhang, and it's the overhang that keeps the hoop pieces together tightly so you're not constantly adjusting back together. I do use wooden hoops for mounting final projects, though.
DMC 6 strand floss. I always use DMC floss, it's silkier than cheap dollar store floss, meaning it doesn't knot as much. PRISM is cheaper, yes, but it's crap compared to DMC, imho.
Loops & Threads 14 count Aida cloth is a good place to start. This brand is more starchy than DMC brand, I find, which can make it a bit more challenging to get on the hoop, but it also stays put easier and needs less adjustment during stitching. Totally a personal preference. Aida comes in several basic colours and styles, like gold/silver dusted, pale blue, red, green, black, white, oatmeal, antique, etc. Some people hand-dye aida and sell it on Etsy for a decent price, and then you can get a much wider variety of colours if you want something unique for a project.
You'll need a nice bobbin box to organize your floss.
You'll need some floss bobbins, to organize, maybe some floss number stickers (or you could write with a sharpie), and if you're looking to see what colours of floss are available, get a colour card.
Like others have posted, try getting a kit or two first, as they give great instructions, all the supplies needed, and will get you going. Or you could just assemble the things I listed, buy a pattern from Etsy, and dive in head first!
Good luck!
Thank you!! Yup, I absolutely did. I found these needles that helped me out a lot though: 17 Pieces Yarn Needle... https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07TMYBWPL?ref=ppx_pop_mob_ap_share
I bought the case here, I bought thread here, I bought needles here, and I traced this picture onto graph paper using my monitor as a light table.
Then I stitched it myself!
No worries! They're usually available [on Amazon,] (https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B004SEYYXI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_jr.iDbNT6CXVV) at least in Canada, hopefully also in your location as well. :)
If you don't decrease as much on the legs, you'll have more room to attach it. Also, best equipment for sewing pieces together is this
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07MMMWRP3/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_apa_i_JJAqDbPDJ7W4Y
Same—I’ve been really happy with Bohin and I think part of it is the needle length. I will caution you that I’ve had to be a little more careful with the Bohins—I’ve definitely managed to bend two of them while weaving in ends (only mildly, definitely still perfectly usable!). This is probably just a bull-in-the-proverbial-china-shop issue, but maybe y’all can benefit from my mistake!
Bohin 28s on Amazon ($1/needle)
Some brands of needles are better than others. I had some bad needles for quite a while from John James. Some of the eyes had not been properly punched and had large burrs in the eye that cut my thread. One packet had this problem with every needle.
I have broken the eye so many times I cannot count. Usually it is a needle that I have been using for a long time and the eye just gets worn to the point of breaking.
I often have several needles on my magnetic needle minders so I am not using the same needle all the time. That does cut down on the sear and tear on the needle.
Now I am using BOHIN needles and I really do like them. They eye of the needles is much smoother than other needles and the finish does not rub off for use. The BOHIN needles do not discolor with use. I am to the point that this is the only needle I will purchase. I have never had a BOHIN needle break. This is the needle I use the most: https://www.amazon.com/Bohin-Tapestry-Hand-Needles-Size/dp/B004SEYYXI/ref=sr_1_12?crid=2SAJ9JB2ACAFV&keywords=bohin+embroidery+needles&qid=1556589943&s=arts-crafts&sprefix=bohin+%2Carts-crafts%2C203&sr=1-12
I work on linen with silk floss so the #28 needle is my size of choice unless I am stitching over one on 36 or higher count linen then I use a #10 beading needle.