My two favorite hobbies are gaming and knitting so I started combining them. These are gifts I've either bought for myself or given to gamer friends who also knit. Trust me, this niche is bigger than you think.
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Gamer Knitting Patterns
Knitting Tools They'll Love 🕹️
Gaming Accessories to Knit For
Storage & Organization
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Themed yarn that actually looks great knitted up. I've used most of these and the colorways are so fun to work with.
the pixel-inspired colors are so satisfying to knit with. got compliments on a scarf I made from this
Darn Good Yarn
perfect weight for gaming-themed socks 🧦
Knit Picks Stroll Orange Merino Wool Sock
not gaming specific but the jewel tones give serious RPG vibes. incredibly soft too
Malabrigo Rios Worsted Weight Yarn
I use these for amigurumi game characters. cheap enough to experiment with
RED HEART Super Saver 3-Pack yarn, WHITE 3 Pack
the color shifts remind me of magic spells lol. great for shawls and blankets 🌀
Lion Brand Mandala - Yarn Review
made a massive Zelda-green blanket with this. so chunky and cozy for gaming sessions
Bernat® Blanket Big™ Yarn, Color: Amethyst
Gamer Knitting Patterns
Pattern books that actually deliver on the gaming theme. I've gifted a few of these and people always flip out.
has patterns for controller cozies and character hats. worth every penny
Knitting Pattern Essentials with Bonus
I made a little Mario from this book and honestly it sits on my desk permanently now 🍄
Video Game Amigurumi: 20+ Crochet Companions
covers more than just gaming but the nerdy patterns are solid
Joan of Dark aka Toni Carr: Books & Bio
technically crochet but my knitter friends loved this too. comes with yarn included
Zakitto Crochet Amigurumi: 3 Mario Patterns
not gaming per se but great for building amigurumi skills before tackling game characters
Knit Your Own Zoo: Patterns for 24 Animals
my nephew lost his mind over the Pikachu I made from this. the instructions are really clear
Pokemon Crochet Kit
Knitting Tools They'll Love 🕹️
Good tools make knitting while watching game streams way more enjoyable. These are the ones I actually reach for.
smoothest needles I've ever used. I knit during loading screens and these never snag
ChiaoGoo Twist Red Lace 5-inch Complete 7500-C
lightweight and warm in your hands. perfect for long crafting sessions
Clover Takumi Bamboo 48-Inch Circular Needles
the color coding is genius. no more squinting at needle sizes 🎨
KnitPro Zing Starter Interchangeable Needles 5"
made pom poms for a Kirby hat. took like five minutes
Clover Set Pom Maker
tiny and cute. they don't catch on yarn which is all I ask
HiyaHiya Knitting Stitch Marker and Dumpling Set
wear it on your finger so you can count rows without putting your controller down
Knitter's Pride Rainbow Row Counter Rings
Gaming Accessories to Knit For
Things that make their gaming setup cozier. I started knitting controller cozies as a joke and now everyone wants one.
great for making quick controller grips. my hands don't cramp anymore
Boye 40-40045 Metal Ergonomic Crochet Hook Set
the soft grip handles are perfect for small detailed work like character figures
Clover 3672 Amour Crochet Hook Set
budget friendly and they slide through yarn like butter
Susan Bates Silvalume Aluminum Crochet Hook Set
this feels so fancy to use. I keep it in my gaming room 🌙
Lantern Moon Ebony Afghan/Tunisian Crochet Hook
splurged on these last year. zero regrets, they're incredibly precise
Tulip Etimo Rose Crochet Hook Set
the ergonomic handle saved my wrist honestly. I was getting pain from too many amigurumi projects
addi Swing Crochet Hooks 5.50mm
Storage & Organization
Because yarn and gaming gear in the same room gets chaotic fast. I learned this the hard way when my cat found my yarn stash next to my PS5.
fits yarn AND my Switch. not even kidding, I bring this everywhere
LUXJA Portable Yarn Knitting Tote Bag Purple
has separate compartments so needles don't poke through. really well made 👜
Teamoy Knitting Bag Tote, Yarn Storage Crochet
keeps yarn from rolling off my desk during gaming sessions
Coopay Crochet Bag w/ Shoulder Strap Tote
all my needles organized in one spot finally. life changing
Yarwo Knitting Needles Case
heavy enough that it stays put on my desk. looks nice next to my monitor too 🪵
Solid Wood Handicrafts Wooden Yarn Bowl
I know this sounds weird but it's the best cheap yarn storage hack. just toss skeins in there
