Ultimate gift guide for knitters and crocheters
Gift ideas from top to bottom, L-R: Yarn bowl by 2nd stop, needle stoppers by Avocado stitches, project bag by Judy Mary Creations, yarn bowl by WIB 3D, Stitch markers from Boho Knits and canvas project bag by Sweet Acorn creations.
In this post I’m sharing my ultimate gift guide for knitters and crocheters. With the holiday season just around the corner—or maybe a special birthday or celebration on the horizon—it’s the perfect time to think about gifts for the knitters and crocheters in your life. Or maybe you’re a maker yourself and need some ideas for your own wish list!
I try to include ideas in here for every budget and every level of maker. So grab a cozy drink, settle in, and let’s get started!
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If you prefer to watch, I have published a video showcasing all these ideas, which you can watch just below.
If you’re looking for handmade Christmas gift ideas that use your stash, you’ll want to read this blog post. For all other non-Christmas theme ideas, have a look at these left over yarn blog posts for other ideas.
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Yarn bowls
Yarn bowls make an excellent gift for knitters and crocheters because they combine practicality with aesthetic appeal. Here are some reasons why they're a thoughtful choice:
Tangle-Free Yarn: Yarn bowls keep yarn neat and prevent it from rolling away while you work. The smooth edges of the bowl guide the yarn, helping to avoid frustrating tangles or knots.
Stylish and Decorative: Many yarn bowls are beautifully crafted from materials like ceramic, wood, or resin, making them as much a decorative piece as a functional tool. They look lovely on a crafting table or shelf.
Portable Organization: They’re great for keeping yarn in one place during projects, whether you’re working at home or taking your project on the go.
Variety of Designs: From sleek minimalist styles to whimsical, hand-painted designs, there’s a yarn bowl to suit every personality and taste.
Perfect for All Skill Levels: Whether someone is a beginner just starting out or an experienced maker, a yarn bowl is universally appreciated.
Durable Gift: A well-made yarn bowl can last for years, serving as a constant companion in crafting sessions—a gift that keeps giving!
Pink speckled ceramic bowl by 2nd stop 85 CAD. I think this handmade is very pretty. I like that it also has the three holes to manage different colour, for colourwork knitting and crochet, which is great.
For something a little different, I saw this 3D printed yarn bowl by WIB 3D, a small Canadian business. It’s currently on sale for $22 CAD. I enjoy the very minimalist but stylish look of this bowl, especially this deep blue colour.
You may even be able to find one that caters to the intended’s other interests too. For example, do you have a crafter that is into fantasy and dragons, then how about this dragon bowl by Clemmy creations ($37 CAD).
2. Stitch markers and needle stoppers
Stitch markers are great little gifts. The make perfect stocking fillers, and can also be at the cheaper end of the budget.
There are so many wonderful stitch markers out there. you can really consider other interests. For example, do they like travel or camping? How about these National Parks themed stitch markers from Boho Knits ($13 CAD). They have so many different stitch markers, it’s well worth checking that store out.
Needles stoppers are the same. They are such a handy notion to have available. Especially if you like to take your knitting project everywhere. It’s so important to ensure stitches don’t slip off the needle while getting pulled in and out of your project bag.
Avocado stitches is an Etsy store that has a lot of cute needles stoppers. Look at the cute highland cows ($8 CAD) and Christmas themed ones too!
3. Project bags
Project bags are a fantastic gift for knitters and crocheters because they’re both practical and stylish. Here’s why they make such a great choice:
Organized Storage: Project bags keep yarn, tools, and patterns all in one place, making it easy to grab and go. They’re perfect for keeping a project neat and tidy, whether at home or on the move.
Portable Convenience: Many crafters love to knit or crochet on the go, and a good project bag makes it simple to take their work anywhere—whether it’s to a coffee shop, on a trip, or just to the couch.
Protects Projects: Project bags keep works in progress clean and safe from snags, pet fur, or unexpected spills, which is especially important for delicate yarns or intricate designs.
Variety of Sizes: From small bags for sock knitting to large totes for blankets, there’s a project bag to suit every type of maker and project.
Stylish and Personalized: Project bags come in endless designs, colors, and fabrics, allowing you to choose one that reflects the recipient’s personality and style. Some even feature fun, yarn-themed prints that crafters love.
Multiple Uses: Even when not crafting, project bags are great for organizing other items like travel essentials, books, or everyday carry items.
Encourages Creativity: A beautiful project bag can inspire a knitter or crocheter to start a new project or work on an existing one—sparking joy every time they use it.
A project bag is the perfect combination of form and function, showing that you appreciate their craft while giving them something they’ll use and love every day.
I really like these canvas project bags by Sweet acorn creations. ($60CAD) These bags are simple but have a timeless style.
These wrist project bags by Creations Judy Mary ($25CAD) are also great for the person who likes to knit and crochet everywhere.
Gift ideas top to bottom, L-R: Necklight from Hobbii, Long Way Homestead yarn subscription, gift card to local yarn store, yarn minder by Magical Gift Studio Co and Laine Magazine.
4. Gift cards to a local yarn store
Gift cards to local yarn stores are a thoughtful and versatile gift for knitters and crocheters. Here’s why they’re such a great choice:
Freedom to Choose: Yarn and crafting supplies are deeply personal, and a gift card lets the recipient pick exactly what they want—whether it’s their favorite yarn, a tool they’ve been eyeing, or a new project bag.
Supports Local Businesses: Purchasing a gift card from a local yarn store supports small businesses and the crafting community. It’s a gift that gives back!
Encourages Creativity: A gift card is like giving someone permission to indulge in their passion. It might inspire them to start a new project or try something they’ve never done before.
Perfect for Any Budget: You can choose the amount, making it a flexible option for any price point.
No Guesswork: If you’re not sure about their preferred yarn type, color palette, or tool needs, a gift card takes away the stress of guessing.
Shopping Experience: Many knitters and crocheters enjoy the process of exploring a yarn store—the colors, textures, and ideas are half the fun. A gift card gives them an excuse to spend time in their happy place.
Practical and Appreciated: Crafting can be expensive, and a gift card helps offset the cost, making it a truly useful and thoughtful present.
With a gift card to a local yarn store, you’re giving the gift of choice, creativity, and the joy of picking out something special for their craft. It’s a surefire win for any knitter or crocheter!
I checked a couple of yarn stores local to me ; Baaad Anna’s and Urban Yarns, both have gift cards or certificates available to purchase, If you’re not sure, have a google for yarn stores in your local area.
5. Yarn minders
Much like project bags, yarn minders are a fun gift for people who like to knit and crochet on the go. Often made of leather, wood or plastic, you simply attach your ball of yarn to the minder, put it over your wrist, and your ready to go! As with most of these gift ideas, you can get quite a variety of different minders, from ones that can be customised with the individual’s name and wooden ones.
6. Necklight
I’d like to get one of these, the lighting iin my apartment isn’t the best and having a two pronged torch around my neck would really help see those stitches! They would also be great to have on night flights, which Vancouver to UK alway is.
I do get bombarded with ads for one particular brand, but there are other options out there. At the time of recording, this pair on Hobbii website is on sale for only $17. Only a small numbers of reviews, but those few reviews are good ones!
7. Magazine subscriptions
Subscriptions to knitting and other craft magazines can be a great gift for the maker in your life. Magazines can be a source of inspirations, educations and more often than not contain patterns too. It’s also a bit of a gift that keeps on giving if the person continues to receive copies throughout the year, although admittedly more on the expensive end of the budget range.
I don’t buy magazines for myself, i think it’s a psychological thing because I think “oh that’s expensive for a magazine”. However, the reality is, often these magazine are high quality, full of interesting articles, patterns and often other lifestyle pieces, so they are more that worth the price! But this is why I think they would be a lovely gift, even just one copy.
Magazines such as Laine are almost likes books in themselve, they contain so many patterns and other pieces. They publish 4 issues a year. At the time of posting this, they have a sale on their yearly subscription at 80 Euros per year.
8. Yarn subscriptions
Staying on subscriptions, how about a yarn subscription? Quite a few indie yarn dyers have a yarn subscription where each month of the year the subscriber receives a new skein of yarn. This is can great fun for the receiver as the yarn subscription is often an exclusive colourway not available to anyone else.
It’s perfect for all skill levels, any knitter or crocheter will gratefully receive yarn! There are also eco friendly options for anyone who is environmentally conscious. Long Way Homestead, a Canadian fibre farm and wool mill have a subscription that is $30CAD per month. Each month the subscriber will receive yarn from a specific breed of sheep along with recommendations for what that yarn is best used for. So not just yarn, but educational too!
Sweet Georgia yarn - a company local here in, Vancouver, also has a monthly description. Slightly more at around $49 CAD, but you can pick how many months you want to subscribe for, what type of fibre and you get little treats with your subscriptions too.
9. Wishlists
On both Etsy and Ravelry (a forum for knitters, crocheters and other crafters, if you didn’t know) both have the function for users to add items or patterns to a favourite list. These can be publicly available, so maybe see if there’s anything there. Speaking for me personally, someone buying me a bunch of patterns would be gratefully received, I imagine lots of other knitters and crocheters would feel the same.
So thats the end of my gift guide, to summarize:
Yarn bowls
Stitch markers and stoppers
Project bag
Gift card from local yarn store
Yarn minder
Neck light
Magazine subscription
Yarn subscription
Look for Etsy/Ravelry wishlists
I hope that helps you and sparks some ideas, or gives you a list that you can pass to your partner or family to give them ideas of what to get you!
What’s on your wish list this year? Share any ideas you have in the comments!