If you know a knitter (or are a knitter yourself), you will understand how rewarding the craft is. Knitters appreciate the experience of working with their hands, needles, and yarn to create something beautiful. Are you interested in learning some of the best gifts for a special knitting friend? Or if you are a knitter – would you like to share this list as a hint for your next birthday or Christmas? I would personally love receiving any of these gifts as a knitter myself.

Keep reading for this compilation of unique gift ideas and get inspired…

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First, let’s keep in mind supplies for knitters. These are always appreciated. From yarn to stitch markers, there is always something a knitter needs. And beyond supplies, you could also make a knitted gift yourself for a fellow knitter friend. I have a roundup of patterns you could try for handmade knitted gifts. A fellow knitter would truly appreciate the effort you put into one.

Knitting Gifts

Knitting Supplies

Skeins of Yarn

You can’t go wrong with offering yarn to a knitter. There just never seems to be enough! Your knitting friend will appreciate new yarn because it is such a useful gift. It is a good idea to purchase several skeins of yarn on the same color (and make sure to match the dye lot on the labels), so that the recipient can use it for a larger project if necessary. Pick their favorite color and they will LOVE it.

Knitting Needles

Needles are a perfect gift, especially when they are in a common needle size. Offer straight needles in popular needle sizes 5-7 (mm-mm) for lighter weight yarns and 9-11 (mm-mm) for bulky weight yarns. They come in extra handy when the knitter has several WIP’s (works in progress) going on.

Project Bag

Every knitter needs a knitting bag to keep track of current projects and to hold working supplies. These tote bags have knitters in mind…

Knitting project bags are especially useful when they include several pockets to hold smaller tools.

Stitch Markers

These handy little markers are a must-have for any knitter, whether beginner knitter or expert knitter. We all need to keep track of places in our knitting projects, and stitch markers are a godsend. The fun part is that these markers come in various sizes and colors for different projects, so it’s great to stock up on them. I love having whimsical stitch markers on hand to keep me inspired.

Yarn Bowl

Although not a necessary staple for knitting, yarn bowls come in very handy when you’re trying to navigate a knit project with a large skein of yarn. They maintain the working yarn neatly so that you do not have to worry about yarn tangles while you’re focusing on your knit project.

These wood bowls are sturdy choices for a beautiful yarn bowl gift…

More Knitting Gifts

How about new tools? The following accessory products can assist a knitter during projects…

… as well as take care of & showcase finished products… (I have always loved the look of a shawl pin on a knitted shawl!)

Gift Certificate for Knitter

Not sure what to give a knitter friend? How about a gift card to their favorite yarn store? You can discreetly find out what local yarn shop they frequent (especially if they rave about it), and contact the store to purchase a gift certificate there. The gift recipient will love that you were paying attention to their hobby.

If there is no local yarn store, you can purchase gift cards on KNITPICKS.COM or LIONBRAND.COM easily.

Ideas for Knit Gifts to Make

If you yourself knit, why not create a thoughtful gift by hand? Your fellow knitting afficionado will really love receiving a special gift from you, and you can easily find a free knitting pattern to work from. I reached out to some fellow knitting bloggers, and we came up with some free patterns for you! Check out these knitting patterns you can use to make a lovely gift for your knitting friend…

Knitting Patterns for Handmade Gifts

Knit Mug Cozy Pattern

Knitters would especially appreciate a nod to their craft when they grab their cup of coffee. A knitted mug cozy is the perfect knitting gift for coffee lovers, too.

Knit Basket Pattern

Why not give your knitting friend a pretty storage basket to use for storing knitting notions? This easy knitting pattern works up quickly with super bulky yarn.

Knitting Bag Pattern

Continuing with the idea of knitting storage, how about making your friend this gorgeous knit tote bag using a pattern from Mama in a Stitch? It offers plenty of room for yarn and notions, making it both a beautiful and practical storage bag.

Knit Sachet Pattern

This small knitted sachet doesn’t take up much time to make, and the gift recipient will love the soothing lavender scent. It would make a great addition to a knit bag, to add a calming scent to their handiwork.

Knit Dishcloth Patterns

Dishcloths are super easy to make and are always appreciated as both functional and lovely gifts. Take a look at these pretty dishcloth patterns from Exquisite Crochet UK.

Ear Warmer Knitting Pattern

If your knitting friend needs to keep her hair out of her eyes as she knits, how about whipping up this lovely variegated colored ear warmer from Hooked for Life? She will surely appreciate the knit stitch texture and color changes.

Fun Knit Scarf Pattern

If your knitting friend would enjoy a fun & unique scarf, why not knit her this “Crocodile Smile” scarf that’s made with simple garter stitching? Grab the free pattern from Snuffle Bean Yarn…

Knitting Books

Books are a great gift for knitters – choose a knitting book with inspirational patterns they will love, such as these…

Christmas Gift Knitting Patterns

If Christmas is on the horizon, these handmade gifts would brighten the holidays of any knitting connoisseur! Put them on the Christmas list…

Knit Stocking Hat Ornaments Pattern

Whip up several of these knit hat ornaments for gifts, or use them as gift toppers when you present a store-bought knitting gift for your favorite knitter. It’s an easy project and will put a smile on their face.

KNIT GIFT PACKAGE

It would be a wonderful idea to put together a custom gift package for the knitter you know. Grab your favorite ideas from this gift list and put together a themed gift package. You could place your gifts in a knitted basket, white box, or use a box with kraft paper as gift wrap. Be sure to embellish the gift with yarn as ribbon or pom poms for flair!

Knit Gift Tags

And if you are in need of a special gift tag, check out my HUGE collection of craft-themed gift tags, which includes knitting-themed tags…

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No matter if your gift recipient is a beginner or advanced knitter, they are sure to appreciate your thoughtfulness is considering their hobby. Everyone loves to receive a unique, personal gift, and these ideas are sure to inspire.

Can you think of any other gift ideas for knitters? I’d love to hear – let me know in the comments.

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