Handmade knitting needles (and crochet hooks!)
While pottering about the Ravelry forums last night, I came across a thread of users discussing their favourite knitting needles. The familiar brands popped up: Hiya Hiya, Addi etc. And then one user posted about handmade knitting needles made in Nova Scotia out of birch from their farm. Ooooh. My spending fingers started to itch immediately.
The River John Needle Company is run by John Crawford since 2003 and he makes a range of double pointed, straight needles and even crochet hooks. I love the short 7″ and 9″ commuter needles.
River John double pointed needles. Photo from River John Needle Company.
They also carry a selection of wooly products in their shop including yarn, socks, mittens, sheepskins, blankets, and even sheep pot holders.
I think these needles would make a super gift for any knitter or heck, just buy some for yourself. : ) Note: husband.
3 comments
Ooohhh! Thanks for sharing your find!
I totally agree, those are perfect needles! I love knitting with wood needles. I think I will add these to my list as well!
Don't they look lovely? Making handmade woolies on handmade needles is like… the circle of life… knittingwise.
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