Lantern Moon Knitting Needles

Lantern Moon Sox Sticks, a double pointed knitting needle that arrives in a handmade silk bag, is also crafted in Ebony and Rosewood. Another excellent choice for knitting the crowns of hats and for making socks. At first using these needles may be confusing but once you have learned the casting on process you will find them easy to work and a delight to handle. Sox Sticks are 5".

The Rosewood single point needles and the Dramatic Ebony single points are the finest in knitting needle design and make excellent first try needles. The beginning knitter should consider these beautiful instruments, even though they may be more expensive, than aluminium or bamboo needles. The smoothness and fine points of the the Rosewood and Dramatic Ebony needles will impress you and make your first project a delight to craft. These two designs are available in sizes 3-19 and measure 10" - 12".

If the budget is a concern Lantern Moon makes a Palmwood needle that is generally less expensive. It is also a great single point knitting needle with a superbly smooth finish. Palmwood needles range in size from 10-19 and come in 10" to 12".

Lantern Moon is a global, socially conscious company that works closely with the people who produce their product. In 2004 they established an educational trust fund for the benefit of the children of the families who serve them. In order to preserve the environment they use only natural materials in their designs. The needles are fashioned with traditional handcrafting skills that have been passed down for many generations. The business is family owned and strives constantly to provide training and opportunities for the people they employ. They are deeply concerned with the social and economic welfare of the area where their products are created.