Stitch Holders | Metal Pin Style | 3 Sizes | Pack of 3 - Knitting

Park live stitches without dropping one. These 3 metal stitch holders come in small, medium and large and close like a large safety pin, so neckline, pocket and sleeve stitches wait safely while you knit on.

Specifications

Perfect for

• Neckline and shoulder stitches on sweaters
• Pocket openings and thumb gussets
• Sleeve stitches while you knit the body
• Holding crochet loops on paused work

Compatibility

Works with: any yarn weight.

Pairs well with: locking stitch markers for counting between holders.

Not suitable for: crossing cables mid row; use a cable needle.

How to Use

1. Open the pin and slip the live stitches onto it from your needle.
2. Close the pin so no stitch can slide off.
3. Slip the stitches back onto a needle when you are ready to knit them.

Before You Buy

• The exact lengths of the 3 sizes are not stated.
• The U shape stitch holders are plastic and open, 4 to a pack; these 3 are metal and close like a pin.

You will Need

• crochet yarn
• knitting needles and accessories

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• crochet accessories
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Frequently Asked Questions

What sizes are the stitch holders?
Small, medium and large, one of each, in gold, blue and pink metal.

How are these different from the U shape holders?
This pack has 3 metal holders that close like a safety pin. The U shape pack has 4 open plastic holders for quick, short holds.

Will these hold stitches in any yarn?
Yes, they work with any yarn weight; pick the large holder for chunky yarn or many stitches.

Should I use a stitch holder or a locking stitch marker?
A stitch holder keeps many live stitches safe while you knit on; pick it for necklines and sleeves. A locking marker clips one stitch to mark a place; pick it for counting rounds.