$15-and-Under Gifts for Knitters & Crafters

Budget-friendly gifts don't have to skimp on quality. These $15-and-under tools are sure to delight the different types of makers in your life!

Gift Ideas for...

1

The Serial Sweater Knitter

Kraft Bins  –  $12 (small) / $14 (medium)

Stitch Markers  –  $10

Sweater Worksheet Journal  –  $15

Recycled Paper Pencils  –  $8 (set of 3 + sharpener)

 

Every sweater-knitter needs stitch markers, of course, and we have a variety of styles. While they're bouncing between projects, our Kraft Bins are great for stashing WIPs and organizing skeins - the smallest size can even be folded down into a yarn cake cozy. If they're a fan of the Cocoknits Method, our Sweater Worksheet Journal includes 24 blank worksheets just waiting to be penciled in with new projects.

2

The Sweater Sprucer

Washing Bags  –  $10 (small) / $12 (large)

Sweater Care Brush  –  $15

Yarn Snip  –  $10

 

For the friend who loves to give their handknits some extra TLC, these tools will help them keep everything primped and pretty. The recycled-nylon Washing Bags make machine and hand washing easy on delicate fibers, while the all-natural Sweater Care Brush rejuvenates flattened fluff and sweeps away lint and pills. And they can use the Yarn Snip to tidy up any flyaway threads and errant yarn tails.

3

The Fastidious Finisher

Tapestry Needles   –  $6 (pack of 4)

Claw Clips  –  $5

Tape Measure  –  $15

T-pins  –  $8

 

Tip-top quality boils down to the details, so putting the final touches on a handmade piece makes all the difference. For the friend who never neglects the finer points, these tools make finishing a breeze. Tapestry Needles are a must-have for working in ends or seaming separate pieces together - which will be perfectly aligned thanks to the Claw Clips. And when it's time to wet block, the Tape Measure and T-pins can be used to achieve precise measurements.

4

The Chart Reader

Ruler & Gauge Set  –  $15

Row Counter  –  $15

Bamboo Cable Needles  –  $14 (set of 5)

Curved Cable Needles  –  $6 (set of 2)

Stitch Fixer  –  $6

 

For lovers of cables and colorwork, reading a pattern chart is a common occurrence. These tools can help keep them on track! The Ruler & Gauge Set can be used as a straightedge to more easily read line-by-line (especially when paired with the Maker's Board), while the Row Counter keeps track of each completed row with a click. We have two options for Cable Needles, both of which can stick to magnets. And since even the most careful readers can make a mistake here and there, the Stitch Fixer can help them quickly correct any dropped or incorrect stitches.

5

The Crafty Traveler

Maker's Clips  –  $15

Colorful Magnet Set  –  $12 (set of 6)

Emery Boards  –  $6 (set of 6)

Needle Gauge  –  $15

Stitch Stoppers / Jumbo Stitch Stoppers  –  $12

Jute Tote  –  $10

 

Makers on-the-go need travel-friendly tools. These clever notions are small, convenient, and affordabe! The magnetic Maker's Clips have many uses, including holding onto small metal notions and acting as a bookmark. We also love to toss in a small Colorful Magnet into our project bag (or Project Wallet, or Accessory Roll) to clump all our metal stitch markers together. Having a little Emery Board handy will fix a snagging hangnail. Stitch Stoppers will keep your live stitches right where they belong, even in a jumbling bag. Our 100% biodegradable PLA Needle Gauge is small enough to fit in the tiniest pocket. And don't forget a trusty tote to ferry projects to-and-fro!

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