I've been meaning to do a post about these . . but I'm glad my procrastination has paid off, at least in this case.
A few months ago I came across a website that sells handmade knitting needles called Books, Yarn & More. I was intrigued . . but then came across the page with the images of the different woods and needles that are offered. Suffice it to say that at that exact moment I gasped so loudly that, I swear, I sucked all the air in the room into my lungs!! I have never seen needles as lovely as this. These are heirlooms . . to be treasured and passed down through the family. If you love knitting and hold everything you do dear to your heart . . then you feel the same way I do about these. We spend all of our time ooohing and aaahhhhing yarn and gushing about all the stuff we're making . . . but we rarely go outside our Addi's to find anything of greater value.
Here's some pics of what I've purchased so far, more to come:
I purchased the top two sets a couple of months ago and just received the US13 and US4 dpns today. The top-most needles are made of Montana Mountain Tulip Wood, while the remaining needles are Montana Mountain Cardinal or "blood wood."
Here's a close-up of the tops of the needles. Notice the quality in workmanship -- unbelievable.
If you're looking for quality and priceless additions to your knitting essentials, then look no further. The man who makes these needles by hand, Sam, will send along a nice little note in with your order. Honestly, these pictures don't even do them justice. Holding them in your hands . . you can feel just how perfect they are. I couldn't think of anything better to splurge on or ask for for a holiday or birthday gift. And as always, NO I'm not getting anything out of this . . . I didn't even let the shop owners know I was making a blog post about them. I hope they don't mind!!
Comments (7)
My god, they're gorgeous!
Thanks for sharing!
Posted by Jocerane | June 28, 2007 6:30 AM
Posted on June 28, 2007 06:30
Wow those are really beautiful!
Posted by Valerie | June 14, 2007 10:53 PM
Posted on June 14, 2007 22:53
Oh those are GORGEOUS. I see they'll do custom orders too as I would love some more 5" DPNs in a more sturdy wood although maybe any wood at 2 - 2.5mm isn't very sturdy!
Posted by Secret sock pal | June 13, 2007 11:18 AM
Posted on June 13, 2007 11:18
Oh no...I must go check these needles out now. Great enabling post! Please bring next time we meet up.
Posted by Phoebe | June 13, 2007 6:52 AM
Posted on June 13, 2007 06:52
Those ARE pretty pointy sticks! They actually are beautiful....Will you actually knit with them, or use them for decoration?
I don't knit with straight needles, but I sure could see those poking out of a pretty vase!
Posted by leslie | June 13, 2007 5:55 AM
Posted on June 13, 2007 05:55
What lovely needles and what super presents for a knitter they would be! Thanks for that link!
Posted by Kathryn | June 13, 2007 2:46 AM
Posted on June 13, 2007 02:46
Another source for some gorgeous needles and crochet hooks is Sonshapes - www.sonshapes.com. They're in San Jose and I've seen their stuff at Stitches and it's just stunning.
Posted by Emy | June 12, 2007 9:30 PM
Posted on June 12, 2007 21:30