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Knit It Out
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items I have always wanted to learn how to knit and crochet. I made it a 2026 goal to do so. These are recommendations from someone who is beginning their journey, but receives recommendations from people who have been doing it for years.
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Yarn
Tools
Accessories
Yarn
These are my yarn recommendations.
I absolutely love their yarn. I am a beginning knitter, and CFC yarn is so beautiful, with many colors and types. All the yarn is hand-dyed. If you are looking to make something with quality yarn, check out Camellia Fiber Company.
Camellia Fiber Company
Bernat Extra Thick is my go-to for hand-knit blanket yarn. I made a nice throw blanket with the Bernat Dove Yarn. The yarn is of good quality, and the blanket is so warm, especially on cold winter nights.
Spinrite Bernat Blanket Extra Thick 600g Dove
I like to hand-knit warm blankets with this yarn. Bernat is my favorite yarn for that project. It is of very good quality and durable.
Bernat® Blanket Big™ Yarn, Color: Black Splash
Check out Camellia Fiber Company's New Spring 2026 color “Clover". It is such a fun green for Spring.
Spring '26 - Clover
I am a girl who loves color, and this yarn has a small, subtle pop of color. Great for making a spring vest, poncho, or pullover.
CFC Tweed
Tools
These are tools that I use as a beginner knitter.
I have these needles as my beginning knitting needles, and they have been good so far.
Froggod 4.53in Interchangeable Circular Knitting Needles Set
I own are pair of these needles and they are good quality .
Lykke Needles - Straight & Double Pointed Needles
If you are looking to invest in a quality set of needles with a variety of sizes, this is your set.
Lykke Needles - Sets
I wanted a cute pair of craft yarn scissors, so I purchased these from Amazon. I absolutely love them.
Sewing Embroidery Scissors 4.6in Rainbow
Anyone who has worked with yarn knows that a winder is a must. I prefer to use an electric winder because it is less work, so that I can save my hands for knitting.
Electric Yarn Winder for Crocheting - Purple
Using a swift makes it easier to unwind skeins into cakes. It is a useful tool.
INMAKER Yarn Winder & Swift Combo for Knitting
I have several friends who are crocheters, and I am looking to start my crocheting journey. This recommendation is for a beginner's crochet kit.
Katech Beginner Crochet Kit with Hooks & Yarn
Suppose you have arthritic hands; it's important to have ergonomic hooks to crochet with. You want to feel comfortable, as crocheting gives your hands a workout.
Yarniss 20 Sizes Crochet Hooks 0.5-10mm Set
Accessories
These are accessories that I have bought, or others have used.
I have these stitch markers, and they are so pretty. I really like looking at pretty stitch markers while working on my project.
Minimal 14K Stitch Markers - Tear Drop
You need a stitch marker case, and I purchased this from a local yarn shop in Nashville, TN. They have cute accessories for knitting. I couldn't resist myself.
CFC Stitch Marker Case
I have this kit because it has all the accessories you need for the beginning of your knitting journey. CFC has so many great accessories, and the yarn is so beautiful. I could spend all day at their studio location.
CFC Travel Notion Tool Kit Pouch
Great tote bag for yarn projects.
CFC Recycled Tote Bag
This is another bag I have for knitting tools and accessories.
CFC Canvas Project Pouch Bag
Knitting rings are a nice accessory to help control the yarn.
Knitting Ring