addi double-pointed knitting needles 40 cm, aluminium

addi double-pointed knitting needles 40 cm – DPNs for larger projects in the round

The 40 cm addi double-pointed needles are an aluminium set for projects that need more room for stitches than socks do: sleeves, trouser legs, snoods or wide ribbing. The set consists of five needles with two points each and is made in Germany.

According to addi, aluminium is particularly light, smooth and sturdy, yet flexible. The smooth surface lets the stitches glide easily, and the points help you knit accurately. The needles suit beginners and experienced knitters alike. Choose the needle size from the options.

Knitting with double-pointed needles

When knitting in the round, you divide the stitches between four needles and knit with the fifth. The 40 cm needles sit comfortably in the hand and hold the work securely even with a lot of stitches, for example on sleeves or trouser legs. Once you have cast on for sleeves or trouser legs, pull the yarn tight at the joins between needles. That way you avoid ladders.

Which length and size?

For small circumferences such as socks or gloves, shorter sets are more practical; the 40 cm needles suit larger projects in the round. The right needle size depends on the yarn and the tension given in your pattern.

addi double-pointed needles 40 cm product details

• Manufacturer: addi
• Material: aluminium
• Length: 40 cm
• Contents: 5 needles with 2 points each
• Needle size: choose from the options
• Origin: Made in Germany

You will also need: yarn in the weight and needle size given in your pattern, stitch markers and scissors.