Bamboo Circular Knitting Needles Takumi , 9-Inch Size 3 (3016/9-03)

One reviewer said it was like knitting with matchsticks. I didnt believe it. It was worse! My fingers got so cramped. Never again. I went back to straight needles for my next project.

Needles too small to knit

These circulars are just what I was looking for to give me a break from DPNs on small circumference pieces.

a little hard on the hands knitting with these, due to the small needles. i like them because they are small enough for me to knit socks on them. Since i have gotten them i have knitted a pair of socks with no ladders :). and i was able to work them quickly without having to change from needle to needle like double point

Very good for the small stuff, like a socks or gloves.

Just kidding but, they are pretty small. When I first saw them, I laughed because they seem kind of ridiculous. I wondered how long it would take to get the hang of them. It didnt take long at all, actually. Casting on is a bit of a drag but then again, its always my least favorite part. I dont think its harder but because of the size, it took me a bit longer. Knitting with them feels pretty intuitive and is actually fun. They make the cutest little stitches too. Now, I have fairly small fingers (size 4 on my ring finger) so I honestly dont know if that makes it easier for me to use them but maybe. If you are a beginner, you probably arent going to buy these right now anyway but if you do, there probably will be a learning curve. I do wish the metal to bamboo had a smoother transition as it seems like it rubs my finger slightly. I have some Addi Turbo circulars as well but they dont seem to rub like that. Could just be me. I actually prefer these Takumis over the Addis though. I wish they would make these in an 8 length but I guess Ill just have to break out the DPNs. Anyway, I call these my Super Tiny Fun Needles because they are just that. Fun to knit with and adorable as well!

I purchased hiyahiya, chai goo, and clover 9 inch needles to see which one I’d prefer to use. I honestly didn’t think I’d like the clover, because bamboo is considered the “slow” needle. It doesn’t matter what material my needles are made of, I always have to scoot my stitches over as I knit. While the metal glides a little easier, it’s not that big of a difference on these small needles. That just in my knitting and your results may be different. I love the bend in this needle as it keeps my stitches flowing better. I think this is the main reason why I prefer this needle over the others I tested. My clover needles get slicker with use, and I dip the bamboo part in bamboo conditioner (normally used to cost cutting boards) which helps. I am very happy with my purchase and highly recommend them.

Love the way that I can make socks with them

These are great knitting needles.I had to return them as I ordered them in the wrong size.The yarn just seems to glide off of them.I would order them again!!!

These are awesome! For someone like me, who isnt especially skilled at using double-pointed needles for knitting in the round, this is the perfect solution. These needles are the perfect length for knitting gloves and socks in the round. The needles themselves are rather short, but I suspect this is how they must be designed for such a short circumference. Once I got the hang of using these shorter needles, my knitting went smoothly and was much more rewarding than using DPNs (I always manage to have ladders and jogs when I use them).