The 27 Best Gifts for Knitters in 2022, From Yarn to Needles

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Gifting season is upon us, and if you know someone who loves to knit, the work of figuring out what to get them is halfway done.

Yarn is always a crowdpleaser: Knitters can never have too much of it and it always makes for a great gift. (Pro tip: Gifting two skeins is always preferred since one is usually only enough for a small project!).

With the plethora of indie and artisanal dyers available, the options are endless, but yarn isn't the only thing that the knitter in your life would love and appreciate. If you're looking for a gift that stretches outside of the normal stitch of just needles and yarn, you can elevate your knitter's toolkit, inspire new knits, and ease their troubles with these purl-fect gifts for knitters below.

Knitter's Pride-Karbonz Deluxe Special Interchangeable Set

Interchangeable needles are the most versatile needle type, as you're able to adjust the needle size easily. Circular needles are also much more adaptable than traditional straights, providing more options for differing projects. These durable carbon fiber needles are perfect for those who don't enjoy the metal handfeel or the slow speed of wooden needles but want a nice middle ground for all-around knitting.

Knitter's Pride Ginger Deluxe Interchangeable Needles Set

Needles are a core component in any knitting project, and being comfortable with your set is immensely important. Wooden needles are great for beginners and anyone who wants to have a warmer handfeel. Although wooden needles knit slower since they grip onto the yarn more easily, many are still willing to sacrifice this for the comfort.

Hiya Hiya Steel Interchangeable Knitting Needles, Small Size Set, 5 Inch Tips

Fantastic for more intricate designs and super smooth in their knit style, metal needles are the speedsters of the bunch. Different-sized needles with different sharpness will yield different stitches and projects, but these small needles are very versatile and great for a wide variety of projects and stitches.

Lion Brand Thick and Quick

Lion Brand's Thick and Quick is a great way to begin a foray into the knitting world. The chunkier the yarn, the faster it is to knit up the project, making it a great yarn for beginners to start with.

Drops Merino Extra Fine Wool

If you're looking for yarn that's smaller, softer, and gentler on the skin, consider Drops' Extra Fine Merino Wool. Great for a wide variety of projects, this yarn looks and feels luxurious while still being very affordable.

Wild Atlantic Yarns - Once Upon A Winter

Wild Atlantic Yarn is a small, family-run hand-dyed yarn studio based in Ireland. Inspired by Irish art, literature, and the Atlantic coast around its home base, its yarns are all carefully and professionally dyed with sustainability in mind. This yields gorgeous, one-of-a-kind colorways only found in the Irish landscape.

Noro Yarn Tsuido 08 Morioka

Inspired by the coarseness and uneven nature of Japan and the natural world, Eisaku Noro has been a revolutionary in the yarn industry since Noro's conception. Focusing on maintaining the integrity of nature, Noro only uses wool from certified organic farms that he regularly visits, hand-spins the wool himself, and seeks to replicate the beauty of the sheep in the yarn. The result is a minimally processed, ethereal showcase of Noro's collection.

Moel View Yarn Suri Lace

Made while overlooking Moel Famau (the tallest peak of the Clwydian range in North Wales), all of Moel View Yarn's fibers are gently hand-dyed with the utmost care. Made mostly of foraged vegetable matter, foliage, barks, and blooms, each of Moel View Yarn's skeins is unique and truly one-of-a-kind.

Crafty Housewife Yarns Cottage Industry Yarn Subscription

Every three months, Crafty Housewife Yarns will send you 1-3 skeins, a matching yarn accessory, and four pattern suggestions for the yarn they've provided. A great way to support small family-owned artists, farms, and businesses, this subscription service will be the gift that keeps on giving, all season long.

Knit Crate Knit and Crochet Monthly Club

If your knitter is quick to finish their projects, consider getting them a monthly subscription to Knit Crate. Each month they'll receive 1-2 skeins of natural-fiber yarn and two new, exclusive patterns. Knit Crate also allows you to choose a color vibe, from cool tones, warm tones, neutral tones, or any, so all the yarn they receive will fit their preferred color story.

WoolCoutureCompany Agnes the Cow Knitting Kit

You can't help but smile when you see Agnes the Cow looking back at you. If they're prone to knitting wearables, Agnes the Cow Knitting Kit is a lovely way to try a new type of knit style. For the advanced beginner, this knit kit comes with everything they'll need to bring Agnes to life, and WoolCoutureCompany even offers the option to purchase the exact sized needle they'll need for their project as well.

Ancient Arts Fibre Autumn Blossom Hat & Mittens Kit

Inspired by the late-season gardens of autumn, the Autumn Blossom Hat and Mittens Kit is a great gift for any knitter. Coming with the pattern, four colorway options, and all the yarn they'll need to knit up the set, they'll have fun playing with the color choices and appreciate the warmth all winter long.

The Wooly Thistle - Vardejakke Cardigan

A lovely gift for a more advanced knitter, the Vardejakke Cardigan is a gorgeous fair isle cardigan that's airy but warm and light but durable. They'll receive 10-15 skeins of yarn (depending on size) in two color choices, one Woolly Thistle Tote, and the option of purchasing the pattern booklet.

"Knitting Without Tears" by Elizabeth Zimmerman

Zimmerman's book is hailed as a classic knitting bible, and it's easy to understand why. If you or your knitter has ever experienced frustration while knitting, don't hesitate to pick up this book. While great for the beginner, any knitter will find advice from Zimmerman's guidance. Full of clever tips and tricks to fix common mistakes, this book also provides patterns and inspiration to create original knit designs.

"The Knitter's Book of Yarn: The Ultimate Guide to Choosing, Using, and Enjoying Yarn" by Clara Parks

As we see from the plethora of yarn makers and dyers above, understanding the different types and makes of yarn is a study in itself. With a focus on the different types of yarn and their uses, Parks makes it easy for the beginner or intermediate knitter to understand and choose the right yarn for their project. Yarn is the base upon which all knits live and with the right yarn, your stitch and project can really shine.

"The Principles of Knitting" by June Hemmons Hiatt

This huge book has every knitting technique imaginable and is a great way to expand your experienced knitter's knowledge. While not great for beginners, the experienced knitter will appreciate the way Hiatt teaches the reader how to approach designing and creating your own unique knits, rather than simply providing patterns and guides.

"Japanese Knitting Stitch Bible: 260 Exquisite Patterns" by Hitomi Shida

A goliath of a stitch book, Hitomi Shida's Japanese Knitting Stitch Bible provides 260 intricate patterns and is filled to the brim with endless charts and advanced techniques. A fantastic addition to your knitter's library, this is a book that is adventurous, inspiring, and rewarding — any knitter will be inspired by the thoughtfulness of Shida's craft.

BeCraftee XL Crochet Bag

Projects require space, and yarn can quickly become something they sacrifice more and more living space to. With BeCraftee's XL Project Bag, your knitter's works-in-progress will finally have a home of their own (and won't infringe upon anyone else's!). With a large inner pocket that can hold up to 10 skeins of yarn, six front pockets, and two ways to carry them, their projects will be safely stored away and lovingly organized.

MUUD Saturn XL Handmade Leather Bag

Gift them the gift of luxury and practicality with this lush, handmade leather project bag. Luxurious in its quality, this spacious bag is capable of carrying their work-in-progress and then some, with extra space in the front and lining pockets.

Glocusent LED Neck Reading Light

All knitters have been there: The later it gets, the harder it is to see their stitches and we're forced to stop much earlier than we'd like. But with this reading light, knitting can be possible all night long. Place the light behind or in front of your project and knit away, no squinting necessary!

Cocoknits Biodegradable Pebble Tape Measure

From measuring head size to hand size, a tape measure is a necessary item in any knitter's kit. Cocoknit's biodegradable pebble tape measure comes in six colors and is speckled, resembling a river pebble. Cute, functional, and sustainable.

Mushroom Stitch Markers

Stitch markers are great helpers during a project, reminding us when and where our stitch started or ended. These wooden mushroom stitch markers are an adorable addition to your knitter's kit. Unique and functional, they also come with a tin to keep organized.

Polish Pottery Yarn Bowl

Yarn loves to run away. At any given moment, it'll hop off your desk and roll to the furthest corner of your room, leaving you scrambling and picking the dust off them when you eventually find it. This yarn bowl is made in Poland from traditional Polish-style pottery and features two slots for the yarn to be fed through, alleviating your troubles and putting a stop to the yarn's epic adventures.

Electronic Stitch Counters

As any knitter soon discovers, counting is hard. With so many things going on during your project, the amount of stitches or rows or skips becomes mush in your brain, and you find yourself counting the same thing over and over again. These electronic counters take the stress away from counting and will alleviate your knitter's counting troubles, once and for all.

Eucalan Delicate Wool Wash

After every knit project is completed, it's important to wash the garment gently, to rid it of the dust and bacteria that's built up during its creation. Eucalan's delicate wool wash is a favorite of many knitters, because of its rinse-free methodology and gentle cleansing power.

Boye Interlocking Blocking Mats

Blocking completed knits is what gives a knit item a professional, relaxed look. Blocking allows the yarn to relax and ease into the stitches, resulting in a much more even overall look and will elevate your knitter's work even more.

Yarn Swift and Winder

Having a personal yarn winder is a great addition to any avid knitter's collection. Yarn needs to be wound quite frequently, and it can get annoying having to do it manually. With a personal swift and winder, there's no need to waste time winding balls of yarn by hand, and they'll have more time to focus on what's important: Knitting!

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