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Knitting Bags

Whether you knit yourself, or know someone who does, you know that there are a lot of supplies that are involved. Some women are perfectly content to carry their needles, yarn, patterns and other supplies in a brown paper grocery store bag. Maybe they just don’t know that there is a more fashionable and convenient way to bring their knitting supplies with them…a knitting bag.

Knitting bags were designed for use by the avid, but average, knitter. As any knitter will tell you, needles are hard to carry. Patterns get rumpled. Yarn gets tangled or dirty. How convenient would it be to have a bag that is designed especially for them?

Knitting bags include a variety of functional features that will make storage and organization much easier:

  • Internal zippered compartments in varied sizes to store knitting needles, supplies, patterns and accessories
  • Specially designed yarn holders, to keep yarn clean and sanitary
  • O-ring guides allow yarn to be fed consistently and without tangles
  • Comfortable over-the-shoulder straps make transporting supplies easy and pain-free

Knitting bags are available in a variety of colors that will compliment your wardrobe, or even Grandma’s:

  • Black
  • Brown
  • Burgundy
  • Tan

When shopping for a knitting bag that is perfect for the user, it is important to remember what they will ultimately need. For example, if you’re looking for a gift for Grandma, and she doesn’t leave the house very often, she will likely be very content with a larger bag that she can pack full of supplies for her current project in order to stay organized.

If you are more active, but want to be able to bring your knitting materials with you, a more versatile knitting bag may be what you need. Based on demand, manufacturers now offer knitting bags in a variety of styles that are more discreet and fashionable. You may want to consider a bag that has additional pockets where you can put your checkbook, car keys, and other daily essentials. This option allows you to carry your essential knitting supplies, without carrying a separate purse or sacrificing style.

You also need to consider the amount of wear and tear that the knitting bag will undergo. Again, this depends on whether or not you’re purchasing for an active, on-the-go person, or someone who spends their time at home. Fabrics such as burlap and canvas are more durable and resistant to stains and tears, but they may not be as fashionable. If your beloved knitter is more outgoing, you may want to consider an upgrade to leather, satin, or suede.

There are many online resources to locate knitting bags. If you’re familiar with Google, that’s the best place to start. If you’re not, you can try your local fabric supply store, or specialty crafting catalogs and magazines.

It’s always tough to find a perfect gift for those who dedicate their lives to making those special gifts that take an even more special place in our hearts. Does Grandma need another knick knack? Does your best friend really want another box of chocolates? Are you secretly hoping that when the new baby comes, someone will make him or her a special baby blankie?

Most people who knit do it out of love for those they care about. It’s not about whether or not it was on your registry, and it’s not about whether or not it matches your nursery décor perfectly. It’s a labor of love, and it’s from the heart. These are the people who just want to show you that they’ve thought about you, and that they care enough to spend their time and creativity to give you something that can be cherished for years to come.

Do grandma or your friends really NEED knitting bags? Probably not. Would they be upset if they didn’t have one? Unlikely. Will they know that you appreciate all of the love and time that they’ve dedicated when you give them the gift of a special knitting bag? Absolutely. They will know that you have chosen a gift from the heart. Consider it as a little pampering for that woman who gives so much.