When you’re knitting something intricate or with a thinner, finer yarn, most needles’ usual blunt tips aren’t going to cut it. You need something sharp, the best of which is covered in our post.
Read on for the sharpest knitting needles.
But if you’re a pusher (moving the needle with your finger tip) like me, there’s the chance you get poked when you’re knitting! I cover a simple solution to this problem and more within the post.
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Table Of Contents
- HiyaHiya Circular 40″ Sharp Steel Knitting Needles
- Love2Knit Sharp Short Tip Interchangeable Knitting Needles
- Knitter’s Pride Karbonz Interchangeable Needles Set
- Addi Click Lace Long Tip Interchangeable Knitting Needles
- HiyaHiya Sharp 5″ Interchangeable Needles
- Knitter’s Pride Royale Interchangeables
- ChiaoGoo Red Lace Twist Interchangeable Needles
- Knitter’s Pride Deluxe Interchangeable Rose Knitting Needles
- Signature Convertible Circular Needle Set
- Why Do I Need Sharp Knitting Needles?
- Your Questions Answered
HiyaHiya Circular 40″ Sharp Steel Knitting Needles
Perfect for knitting two socks at a time, or for working on projects with a larger circumference, these are fixed circular needles with sharp, smooth tips.
Features
- Sizes Available – US 0 / 2.00mm, 1 / 2.25mm1.5 / 2.50mm, 2 / 2.75mm, 2.5 / 3.00mm, 3 / 3.25mm, 4 / 3.50mm, 5 / 3.75mm, 6 / 4.00mm, 7 / 4.50mm
- Needle Tips Are 5″ Long
- Made from Stainless Steel
Pros
- Made of surgical grade stainless steel
- Smooth surface, yarn slides along effortlessly
- Flexible, pliable cables
- Smooth, snagless joins
- Very little memory
Cons
- The cables don’t swivel, which may be an annoyance to some knitters
- They’re very sharp!
Love2Knit Sharp Short Tip Interchangeable Knitting Needles
Love2Knit is a sub-brand of Denise Knitting Needles. This family-owned American company manufactures all its products locally from locally-sourced materials. They’re made from smooth plastic resin.
Great for doing smaller projects in the round, such as hats and baby clothes.
Features
- Sizes Included – US 5-10
- Cord Lengths Included – 9″, 12″ and 14″
- Needle Tips Are 2 3/4″ Long
- Notions Included – 4 Cord
- Made from Plastic Resin
Pros
- Great for teaching kids to knit
- Easy to differentiate between the sizes as each is a different color
- Comfortable and easy to knit with
- Smooth connection between the tip and cable
- Affordable
Cons
- Not sharp enough for some people
- Some found the connection system quite tricky to master
Knitter’s Pride Karbonz Interchangeable Needles Set
Made in India, these are manufactured from carbon fiber, a lightweight and robust material. It also has a very high tensile strength, perfect for knitting, as it’s very durable and hardwearing.
Features
- Sizes Included – US 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, and 10.
- Cord Lengths Included – 16″, 24″, and 32″.
- Needle Tips Are 4″ Long
- Notions Included – 4 cable stoppers and two cable keys.
- Made From – Carbon Fiber
Pros
- Warm to touch
- Slightly flexible
- Strong and very smooth
- Comfortable to use
Cons
- Some found they didn’t last long
- Some found they lost their color after prolonged use
- Not suitable for tight knitters
- Not suitable for people with nickel sensitivities
- Not available for international shipping, only in the US
Addi Click Lace Long Tip Interchangeable Knitting Needles
An excellent choice for lace knitting, or intricate knitting in general.
If you’re familiar with Addi products, this has the genius, secure interchangeable connector system with the sharp tips of the Rockets line, but longer tips for those who prefer to have longer needles.
Features
- Sizes Included – US 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, and 11
- Cord Lengths Included – 24″, 32″ & 40″.
- Needle Tips Are 5″ Long
- Notions Included – A connector, golden heart pin, and a case
- Made From – Nickle-Plated Metal
Pros
- Smooth finish
- Easy connection system
- Doesn’t grab the yarn
- Smooth, flexible cables
- Snagless joins
Cons
- Needles make a clicking sound, which may be annoying to some people
- Not the best choice for pushers, as these are quite sharp, so be warned!
HiyaHiya Sharp 5″ Interchangeable Needles
Made with high-quality stainless steel, these are sharp, smooth, and all-around great needles.
Excellent value for the price you pay. If you’re serious about lace knitting, knitting smaller projects, or need sharp tips in general, this is the perfect set to get you started.
Features
- Sizes Included – US 2 – 15
- Cord Lengths Included – 18″, 26″, 34″, and 42″.
- Needle Tips Are 5″ Long
- Notions Included – Small Cable Connectors Tip Adapter, Small and Large Panda Stoppers, Small and Large Single Point Adapters, Puppy Snip, Darn Its, and a safety pin.
- Made From – Stainless Steel
Pros
- Smooth finish
- Excellent, large range of sizes
- The case has pockets for accessories included and extra ones
- Snag-free, seamless joins
Cons
- Has a slight drag on the yarn
Knitter’s Pride Royale Interchangeables
The luxury brand of knitting needles from Knitter’s Pride, these lovely needles come in a gift box set of 9 different sizes, and four cord lengths. They are made from smooth birch wood and metal.
Features
- Sizes Included – US 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 10.5 and 11.
- Cord Lengths Included – 1 24″, 2 32″, and 1 40″
- Needle Tips Are 5″ Long
- Notions Included – 8 end caps, four cord keys, one cable connector, and a case
- Made From – Birch Wood & Metal
Pros
- Each needle size is a different color
- Perfect for speed knitting
- Would make a great gift
Cons
- A little pricey
- The holes in the needle tips are a bit annoying, despite being designed as lifeline holes
ChiaoGoo Red Lace Twist Interchangeable Needles
Sharp tips designed for lace knitting, but very versatile and a range of sizes are included in this set to suit a wide variety of knitting projects. A highlight of this product is the trademark red smooth, and memory-free cables.
Features
- Sizes Included – US 2 – 15
- Cord Lengths Included – 24″, 32″ & 40″.
- Needle Tips Are 5″ Long
- Notions Included – Cable connectors, end stoppers, T-Shaped tightening keys, stitch markers, a needle gauge.
- Made From – Surgical grade stainless steel
Pros
- Cords are memory free
- Lightweight
- Helpful accessories included
- Nice and pointy
- Organized case
Cons
- Be warned, they’re very sharp!
- Chiaogoo needles often have manufacturing residue on them, wipe them clean with rubbing alcohol on a cloth before using them.
Knitter’s Pride Deluxe Interchangeable Rose Knitting Needles
Made of luxury Indian Rosewood, these are beautiful needles in an equally beautiful box, that are very functional as well as looking lovely.
Features
- Sizes Included – US 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 10.5 and 11.
- Cord Lengths Included – One 24″, two 32″, and one 40
- Needle Tips Are 4 4/8″ Long
- Notions Included – 4 cable keys, eight end caps, a shawl pin, and a pouch to store the cables
- Made From – Densified, Luxury Rosewood
Pros
- Makes an ideal gift
- Good range of sizes included
- Resilient, flexible cords
- Smooth, lovely needle tips
- Warm to the touch
Cons
- A bit pricey
- Some experienced the box having an odd smell, though airing it out solved this problem.
- Needle sizes written on the side may rub off after prolonged use.
Signature Convertible Circular Needle Set
Products from Signature Needle Arts have been dubbed the “Rolls Royce” of the knitting needle world, but they’re made by a family-owned company in Wisconsin, with locally sourced, sustainable aluminum.
Featuring the trademark stiletto tips, they’re super sharp and very durable and strong.
Features
- Sizes Included – US 3-10
- Cord Lengths Included – 1 32″ cable for each different size
- Needle Tips Are 5″ Long
- Notions Included – Cable connector, and a lovely case available in various colors.
- Made From – Aluminum
Pros
- Smooth
- Made of robust and durable aluminum
- Good range of sizes available
- Easy connection system
Cons
- Quite expensive, but worth it
- Very, very sharp tips, be warned!
- Limited range of cable lengths
Why Do I Need Sharp Needles?
Here is a list of when you might need sharp needles.
- For intricate knitting designs
- Using a yarn that’s fuzzy or a novelty yarn, makes it easier to get into the stitches
- Any time when you’re struggling to perform the knitting techniques needed for the pattern
- When you’re using lace-weight or fine yarns
- Projects with a large number of decreases make it easier to get into all the stitches at once
Some people are a big fan of the shark knitting needle, and they use it for all sorts of projects, in fact, almost everything! However, if you’re a pusher or haven’t used one before, the above reasons are the only times you might need one of these.
Your Questions Answered
Are Knitting Needles Sharp?
Yes, all the knitting needles mentioned in this post are sharp, designed for thinner yarn or intricate designs. However, not all needles are pointed. Some are blunter. Each tip shape is designed for a different purpose.
How Do You Sharpen A Metal Knitting Needle?
Though it’s a bit of a risky business and requires a specific power tool, Kendra from Kendra Makes gives a quick and straightforward tutorial on sharpening a metal knitting needle. To watch, click here.
I’m A Pusher, How Do I Stop Getting Poked?
A simple solution is to make sure you buy knitting needles that aren’t too sharp, so they’re enough to get the job done, but not so much they hurt your fingers. Read customer reviews to help you decide.
Some of the best and sharpest knitting needles, perfect for lovely sock patterns or any project made with thin, fingering weight yarn. I hope you found this helpful.
Which needle appeals to you, or which do you prefer if you’ve already had experience with some of these products? If you’re a pusher, what solutions can you offer to avoid getting pricked? I’d be interested to hear your thoughts.
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