So what interchangeables do I recommend?

Yes.

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Ok…ok…

You probably want to know why we think interchangeable needles are a great investment.

Here’s 5 reasons why:

1. **Flexibility
   **Has this happened to you? You’re knitting a project with a size US8 circular needle and you need a change of pace, so you start working on a new project. That project also needs a US8 circular needle.

   What do you do?
   Put the original project on some waste yarn and take those needles for your new project?
   Buy another set of needles that are exactly the same?

   If you have a set of interchangeable needles, no biggie. Just take the needle tips off, put a different tip on or temporary stoppers, and now you can use those size 8s for a different project.

   Need a really long cable to make a blanket? Just add an extension.

   Want to drop down two sizes for your ribbing without having to buy a second needle for only a few rows? Just switch your tips.

   Interchangeable needles solve a myriad of problems you might not even think you’d encounter.

2. **Portability
   **Have you tried storing and organizing circular knitting needles?
   It’s a pain in the 🍑.

   Luckily most interchangeable sets come with well organized and attractive carrying cases that make storing your needles a breeze.

3. Expandability
   While most sets come with 5 - 8 needle sizes, they often makes sets or individual needle tips that go beyond the standard options. It’s possible to get little tips for lace and big tips for bulkier yarns.

   You can easily buy tips in different materials like aluminum, steel, bamboo, or plastic. And some interchangeable sets even have square options.

   Plus you can get additional cords at various lengths, connectors to combine smaller cords, and stoppers to turn those cords into stitch holders. 🤯

4. Replaceability
   Ever break a cord? Chip a needle? Crack a tip?

   Just like expanding your collection, you can also get replacement parts without having buy a whole new set of needles.

5. Cost savings-ity
   Interchangeable sets aren’t cheap.

   A decent set starts at around $60 USD and they can go up to $300+.

   However, you’ll find that you can do SO MUCH more with an interchangeable set than you can with a fixed circular needle. It’s not like owning 6 sets of needles, it’s like owning 4 sets of each needle tip size you have.

   If each needle set cost $12 on its own and you had 7 tips per set, that’s like having $336 worth of needles.
   PLUS it comes in a nice case!

   But that’s not really the important savings. You also save time by not having to go to the store to get another set of needles, or wait for them to arrive in the mail.

Addi Click Interchangeable Knitting Needles

The Addi Clicks are BY FAR my favorite interchangeable needles.

The Rocket Squares are very comfortable to knit with. I really like the faux leather wallet they come in, and the click connectors have always worked well for me. Some people say the connection becomes loose over time, but it hasn’t been my experience.

They ain’t cheap, but I’ve had two sets that have lasted a very long time with few issues.

But here are some other great options:

Chaigoo Twists - Best Overall

These are as dependable as they get. Made of steel with solid construction you get a great bang for your buck and they’ll last for years.

KnitPicks Prism - Best Budget Option

Affordable and attractive, these needles are color coded by size so it’s always easy to find what you’re looking for.

Made of anodized aluminum, they have nice sharp tips and are easy on the wallet.

Clover Takumi Bamboo - Best Bamboo Needles

We’re huge fans of Clover’s bamboo needles, and have plenty of their circulars in our collection. It appears this interchangeable set is being discontinued, so they’re available at 26% discount right now!

Lykke Driftwoods - Most Photogenic

Looks aren’t everything, but they definitely help. I had an opportunity to chat with the owner of the company last year and learned something interesting. These needles are not just wood, they’re hardened with resin, so you get a stronger, more sturdy needle.

And they also have a BEAUTIFUL copper set I’m dying to get my hands on.

Denise Interchangeables - Best Made in North America

These are the only plastic needle set made in America. They’re affordable for what you get, have fun colors, and feel good in the hand. My personal experience with these needles has been hit or miss, but lots of people love them!

Do you have a favorite interchangeable needles?

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