Tired of local shops like Spotlight not having a good range of circular needles, I decided to look online. I've been finding that if the stores have the size needle that I want, they only have that size in a 40cm. That measurement is taken from the tip of one needle, along the cable and then to the tip of the second needle...not very long for someone who knits throws.
I found a local seller on EBay but the only brand she seemed to be selling was Hiya Hiya. I had never used stainless steel needles before, but decided to give them a try.
I found them very light compared to my usual aluminum circular needles, but that's certainly not a problem. The 'join' where the cable is attached to the needle is very smooth...unlike some circulars I've used. I love using these needles...they are so lovely and the yarn moves easily over the needle.
To test my new needles, I naturally cast on a new throw...as you do. It's yet another 'chevron' 😉
Over the years I've toyed with the idea of buying the circular needle interchangeable sets. I guess because I use a limited range of needle sizes and often have a few projects on the go at once, all on 6.5mm needles, a set hasn't really appealed.
And of course I'm linking with Rainbow Hare for Wool on Sunday. https://rainbowhare.com/2016/06/19/wool-on-sundays-113-halfway/
