Stitch markers are available as either ring markers or removable markers. They usually come in metal or plastic and despite the name, they are not always ring-shaped. Stitch markers come in a variety of styles and shapes; alternatively, you can craft your own.
From marking your place in a row to picking up dropped stitches, these handy little knitting accessories have a wide range of uses.
Ring markers
Ring markers sit on your needles between stitches. They help to mark the beginning of a round for circular stitches, mark the spot where a stitch pattern changes, and keep count of stitches during a long cast on.
By using colour-coded ring markers, you can use different ones for different purposes and aspects of a project.
Removable markers
Removable markers have the same function in addition to being useful to attach directly to your projects. They do everything a ring marker can do; in addition, they are useful to mark the right and wrong sides of a project. They also help to count rows and keep track of increases and decreases. Removable markers can also catch dropped stitches so they don’t ladder down.
Knitting kits
Knitting kits are a convenient and easy way to start your knitting adventure. They come equipped with everything you need for your project, including instructions, a pattern, yarn, and needles. You can use knitting kits to craft everything from scarves, jumpers and wraps to homeware. Used alongside your handy stitch marker, you will soon have beautifully completed knitted projects when you buy a knitting kit.
Stitch markers are an essential, useful and inexpensive part of any knitter’s tool kit. You can even craft your own stitch markers from leftover yarn for a free and convenient fix.
