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Darn Pretty™ Northern Light™ Interchangeable Needles
In 2003, Tom Diak developed our line of wood knitting needles crafted from exotic and domestic hardwoods and multi colored laminates. He began designing our interchangeable needles several years ago, which we brought out in January to amazing acclaim. He's done it again - with our Northern Light™ needles.
In our wood working, we have perfected a smooth, pointy taper without any annoying ridges or seams between the shaft of the needle and the taper. Removing this ridge results in yarn flowing smoothly off the tip of the needles, increasing the performance of the needle and, more importantly, the comfort of the knitter. The challenge was to bring this same taper to metal.
Tom researched a number of metals and manufacturing methods. To create our tip, a hollow core needle just wouldn't do. We chose a solid aluminum needles, turned much as we turn our wood needles. We researched anodizing plants and found one in our own backyard that meets or exceeds all environmental standards. In fact, their environmental reviews put them at the top of the industry nation-wide. The dyes are organic based, with no heavy metals.
The finish on our needles is smooth, not slick. Hold a Northern Light™ needle in your hand for a moment and you realize the difference. The needles feel real, substantial. Remember the sound of knitting from your childhood? That swish? It’s here. And yes, the cables swivel and the tips will interchange with our Darn Pretty™ Wood Interchangeable Needles!
These babies are strong! Did we mention they are SOLID STAINLESS STEEL? No hollow tubing here!
We also have cables unique to these needles - a clear cable, perfect for magic loop, but with enough body to support your work. Heavy Metal™ Needles are strong. They are smooth, but not slick. Go ahead and get out that slinky yarn you have been afraid to knit with. Your stitches will slide along smoothly without falling off the points.
And speaking of points, Heavy Metal™ Needles have the same great points as our Northern Light™ Needles. The taper into the shaft of the needle is a smooth transition. No seams or harsh angles to interfere with the glide of the yarn.
Each set contains 6 pairs of interchangeable needles, 3 cables, and a needle roll to hold it all in. The case, as with our other cases, is crafted here in Vermont in our shop.
