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Comment on Denise Interchangeables vs. KnitPicks Options Knitting Needles by Beth

Beth — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 23:53:39 +0000

Hi…Well, I couldn’t decide so I bought both sets and like them both for different reasons…and it is just plain fun to mix and match and it feels different with different yarns etc. I have more needles than I need by far but I love haveing them…is that rediculous??? YES this craft is an addiction and satisfying it will take a lifetime…good luck to all and have fun!

Comment on Denise Interchangeables vs. KnitPicks Options Knitting Needles by Webigail

Webigail — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 19:38:05 +0000

Hi Sarah, welcome to the world of knitting. It’s quite the addiction
I recommend that you buy one of each needle before taking the plunge. The needles are cheap enough that you won’t feel as if you “wasted” money buy purchasing one, rather than an entire set. That’s how I ended up hooked on KPO. I tried their sock needles and discovered that I actually preferred the speed and slickness of the nickle plated needles over the resin, or bamboo. Also, keep in mind that various needles work better with various yarns. For instance, bamboo, resin and birch work nicely with cottons and even silks, while I would not use anything other than nickels for wools, cashmere and bamboo sock yarn.

Comment on Denise Interchangeables vs. KnitPicks Options Knitting Needles by Chris Condley

Chris Condley — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 16:43:58 +0000

Great review and I would try the knitpicks, but….

Denise needles have won me over with their EXCELLENT customer service. I had the problem with needles popping off and they are sending me an entire new set of cords for FREE (no shipping/handling or anything). The woman I corresponded with was pleasant and prompt and her only concern was satisfying me. It was nothing short of amazing!

Comment on Denise Interchangeables vs. KnitPicks Options Knitting Needles by sarah bowman

sarah bowman — Wed, 17 Feb 2010 18:02:21 +0000

I am a new knitter (one month) and debating what are the best needles for me. I have a lot of hand fatigue with the straight metal needles I’m using- they are inexpensive ones. I don’t get the hand fatigue with bamboo but knitting is so much slower. I have not tried interchangeable needles but it sounds like a drop of Lok Tite (medium- blue- non permanent) would prevent the cable from dislocating. You can get it at any hardware store. I am considering the Knit Pick sets but haven’t decided on which one…I wonder if the Knit Pick Harmony wood ones (being birch instead of bamboo) are slick enough that I could knit fast (like aluminum metal) but not have the hand fatigue? Or do you think the nickel set would be light enough to resolve the fatigue? Any opinions on the matter? I would appreciate any input.

Comment on Yarn Snobs by Nicole

Nicole — Thu, 10 Dec 2009 06:34:44 +0000

Yikes. It’s funny– I’ve had similar experiences. Like seriously… It makes me wonder how small businesses stay open with service like that. I will always pay a little more for exceptional service

Comment on Denise Interchangeables vs. KnitPicks Options Knitting Needles by Luisa Perkins

Luisa Perkins — Thu, 29 Oct 2009 21:08:21 +0000

Great review! I also went from my beloved Denise to KnitPicks for exactly the same reason. I’m also having the unscrewing problem, though. I guess it’s the way I knit, but it’s getting very annoying. I think I’m going to call the company to see if they have a solution.

Comment on KnitPicks Options Needle Organizer - Tutorial by Chosen

Chosen — Sun, 01 Mar 2009 15:30:42 +0000

Long time. No pictures.

Comment on Denise Interchangeables vs. KnitPicks Options Knitting Needles by Rosalie Vlchez

Rosalie Vlchez — Sat, 06 Dec 2008 03:36:32 +0000

I’m very grateful for this review, it has helped me a great deal in making the right choice. Thank you.

Comment on Denise Interchangeables vs. KnitPicks Options Knitting Needles by Webigail

Webigail — Tue, 06 Nov 2007 23:30:42 +0000

Hi Claudia,

You know I kept debating and pondering and almost took the plunge, just because the new colored set is gorgeous. Apparently, others think so too, because I ordered some new needles just yesterday and noticed that the new wooden interchangeable set is on back order!

However, I picked up the circ needles that I learned to knit on, which are bamboo and I had the hardest time. Casting on even seems slow and sluggish to me. So, I opted to just buy some additional nickel-plated classic circs, for hats and lace projects.

I think one of my friends is going to get the set, so I’ll give it a go. I wish I had thought to buy one set of tips, just to see what they look like…aw well…next order.

Comment on Denise Interchangeables vs. KnitPicks Options Knitting Needles by Claudia

Claudia — Tue, 06 Nov 2007 22:57:47 +0000

I’m a little past thie Denise choice, but am trying to choose between the nickle plated options and the newer multilayered/multicolored wood Harmony tips, also by knit-picks. I’ve tried both but only on alpaca. I like the feel of the wood better, but have to admit that the colors in the wood bother me a little. Am trying some different yarns to see if this is a real problem. A plus is that they both use the same cables, so I may put together a mixed set. It will cost a bit more that way but collecting what you like to use is the best. Anyone out there also comparing the 2 knit picks sets?