One of the least common materials in knitting needles, bone is the material of the first makers of textile crafts.
Most bone knitting needles today are antiques.
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A knitting needle with bone is
- Smooth
- Flexible
- Has grip
- Warm to the touch
I reviewed and updated this post on August 17, 2022.
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Elk Bone Double Point Needles
Handmade bone needles of elk bone (the elk/wapiti is a large mammal from the moose family, in North America & Europe.)
These are made by an Estonian artisan who makes rustic accessories from recovered bone, horn, stone, wood & hide.
Features
- Sizes – US size 1, 2, 3, 4, 6.
- Length – 17 cm
- Pack Of 5
Pros
- Has a unique set of point protectors
- Made with natural processes and natural dyes
- Smooth and warm on the hands
- An exceptional thing to knit with
- Durable
Cons
- Pricey
- Limited sizing
- Not suitable for speed knitting
French Antique Bone-Double Pointed Needles
A set of 5 French antique bone double-pointed needles from around the 1920s. In excellent condition and high quality.
A functional tool to last for lots of knitting.
Features
- Sizes – 2.25
- Length – 19.5 cm
- Pack Of 5
Pros
- In excellent condition
- Great customer service
- Fast shipping
- Smooth
- Guaranteed to last for years
Cons
- Expensive
- Limited sizing available
- The material slows knitting down
Bone Double-Pointed Needles
Bone double pointed needles are available from this store, though the sizing is limited.
They’re vintage knitting needles, in excellent condition.
Features
- Sizes – US 5 & 6 – 7″ In Length & US 5 & 6 – 10″ In Length
- Pack Of 5
Pros
- In great condition
- More affordable than other knitting needles you might find for sale on the internet
- Smooth
- Warms to the hands
- The right length for a variety of projects
- Your yarn won’t slide off the needle
Cons
- Expensive
- Not for those who like to knit fast
- Limited sizing
Lacis Bone 10″ Straight Knitting Needles
A set of straight knitting needles by Lacis and manufactured in India.
They’re smooth and are quality, well-made needles.
Features
- Length – 10″
Pros
- Smooth
- Warm to the touch
- Yarn won’t slide off the needle
- Comfortable
- Has the right amount of grip
Cons
- Limited sizing
- Not suitable for speed knitters
Bone Knitting Needles Vs Bamboo
bone knitting needles and bamboo knitting needles.
Bone
- Variety of animal bones
- Rare, antique models
- Expensive
Bamboo
- Select few species of bamboo
- One of the most popular knitting needle materials
- Affordable
Similarities
- Smooth and lightweight
- Comfortable on the hands
- Useful for those with hand pain/hand strain, arthritis or carpal tunnel syndrome
- Keeps you knitting for longer
- Not for speed knitters
- Good for slippery yarn
- Stops the yarn from slipping off the needle
Where To Find Bone Style Knitting Needles?
It’s challenging to find a bone needle for knitting.
However, your best bet would be vintage/antique shops, online and physical brick-and-mortar stores.
The tools of our ancestors and with a lovely feel to the hand.
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