Are you shopping for a gift for a crochet or knitting enthusiast? If you don’t crochet or knit, shopping for a crafter can be perplexing task. Even if you do, it’s helpful to get updated on the latest popular gift ideas. We’ve posted this list of best gifts for crocheters and knitters that’s newly updated to be current for 2026.
1. A Stitch Dictionary
Most knitters and crocheters would appreciate having a brand new stitch dictionary. There are many possibilities; check out this list of best stitch dictionaries posted at knittingcrochetcrafts.com to find our all-time favorites — or read on to see my current top picks.
Our Readers’ Top Pick for a Crochet Stitch Dictionary
The crochet book that has been the all-time bestseller through our affiliate links was Melissa Leapman’s Indispensable Stitch Collection for Crocheters. I own a copy of this book, and it is one of my most frequently-used crochet references; if you’re looking for a substantial gift to give a crochet enthusiast, one that s/he’s likely to get a LOT of use from, this book is a fantastic choice.
Learn More About This Book:
- Click here to see our detailed review of this book.
- Click here to shop for Melissa Leapman’s Indispensable Stitch Collection for Crocheters at Amazon’s website.
- PAGE TEMPORARILY UNAVAILABLE, SORRY! Click here to see what Melissa Leapman has to say about this book; I interviewed Melissa, and the interview was posted at our old website; I’m still working on moving all those older pages over here. If you crochet, you’re sure to find her insights helpful and informative.
Tuttle Publishing has recently released a whole bunch of amazing knitting stitch dictionaries. All of them are worthwhile, but my top recommendation for gift giving to other knitters would be Keiko Okamoto’s Japanese Knitting Stitches: A Stitch Dictionary With 150 Amazing Patterns.
Why this one?
Because it has such a compelling mix of different stitches — some that would be appealing to total beginners; some that are more challenging; some with multiple colors and some that are solid; some edgings in addition to allover stitches; and most of the stitches included in the book are exceptionally versatile and useful. PLUS the book also includes some instructions for finished projects in addition to the stitches. This is simply a great book — and it’s also a great value for the money you spend on it.
But if you’re shopping for an advanced knitter whose trademark is super sophisticated, jaw dropping knitwear that shows off her or his knitting talent, I’d make an alternate recommendation. In that case, Hitomi Shida’s newly-released English language translation of her first stitch pattern collection might make a better gift. This book is truly spectacular, but it would take an experienced knitter to get the most from it.
2. Knitting and Crochet Patterns
The Woobles Crochet Amigurumi Pattern Book: Make Gifts for Every Occasion
The Woobles crochet pattern book would make a fantastic gift for the avid crocheter on your gift list, especially if s/he enjoys crocheting gifts for kids or kids-at-heart. And, all the projects in this book are designed to be gift-worthy; they’re intended as gifts for a broad variety of occasions including as wedding gifts and housewarming gifts.
Click or tap here to see my full-length book review of The Woobles book, or Click here to shop for this book at Amazon.
Delicate Crochet by Sharon Silverman
If you want to either crochet gifts for the ladies on your gift list, or give a pattern book to a lady who enjoys dressing well, this is the book for you. The patterns in this book were contributed by a group of extraordinarily talented crochet pattern designers including Kristin Omdahl, Robyn Chachula, Marty Miller, Vashti Braha, Sharon Silverman and others.
Learn More About Delicate Crochet:
- Click here to shop for this book at Amazon.
- Click here to check out our preview of this book at Knittingcrochetcrafts.com
Selbu Mittens
If you enjoy knitting small projects to give as gifts to others, or you’re shopping for a knitter who enjoys doing so, Selbu Mittens is a fantastic book to know about. This book is a huge, comprehensive resource that gives you an a spectacular variety of knitting patterns to work on, plus an in-depth history of mitten knitting in the Selbu region of Norway. You get mitten patterns sized for everyone: men, women, babies and children in this book.
3. Yarn
Yarn is a gift that any knitting or crochet enthusiast will find useful. The trick is in picking fibers and colors that s/he’ll adore. The following yarns are a few of my top picks for this season’s most desirable yarns. These are either yarns I’ve personally tried and can recommend, or yarns that are at the top of my wishlist to try out next.
Alpaca Yarns and Alpaca Blends — If you were to ask me which yarn I’d most like to receive as a gift, I’d have a hard time answering you. There are so many wonderful choices. But after a lot of dithering and waffling, I’d be likely to finally settle on Cascade’s Eco Duo yarn. It’s a heavenly soft blend of 70% baby alpaca and 30% merino wool. The yarn is undyed, but despite that the color line is stunning; it’s comprised of gorgeous natural colors which are all lovely and usable.
There are many other outstanding alpaca yarns available. Overall, alpaca is a lovely choice of yarns to give as a gift; it’s a soft, warm, lightweight fiber, and it doesn’t have wool’s reputation for being an irritant. Of course, it also doesn’t have the resilience wool has — so blending it with just a bit of wool can be ideal for adding a bit of “memory” into the mix.
Smooth Wool Yarns Suitable for Fair Isle Knitting, Fair Isle Tunisian Crochet and Tapestry Crochet — Fair Isle knitting is a hot trend right now. Fair Isle Tunisian crochet isn’t as well-known, but it’s well worth learning about if you’d rather crochet than knit (and a book about the technique makes another outstanding gift for crochet enthusiasts). For knitters and crocheters who enjoy either Fair Isle or tapestry crochet techniques, smooth wool yarns are some of the best gifts you could possibly give. If you aren’t sure which yarn(s) the intended recipient prefers for this purpose, I recommend Cascade 220 yarn and Cascade 220 Superwash merino wool. The Cascade 220 is ideal for felted projects, and the Superwash is ideal for projects that need to be machine washable.
Bulky, Chunky and Jumbo Yarns — Lately one of the hottest trends has been knitting and crocheting with big, hefty, chunky yarns. There are some really fantastic options out there. I haven’t tried all of them to give you honest input about all your options. Of the ones I have tried, so far my favorite is Cascade’s Magnum, which is deliciously soft; it’s an excellent value for the money you spend on it. The available color line is outstanding, and it’s an all-around fantastic yarn.
Splattered and Speckled Yarns — Colorful variegated yarns make fantastic gifts. Right now, splattered and speckled handpaints are some of the trendiest variegated yarns.
Of all the splattered yarns I’ve tried, my hands down favorite is Cascade 220 Superwash Effects. The available color line is spectacular, and I had a hard time choosing which colors I like best. I went with the Pinks and the Pastilles for my first experience working with the yarn, and they were great choices; I love the way the colors complement each other in the swatches I’ve created so far.
4. Crochet Hooks
Selecting hooks for a crochet enthusiast can be hit or miss, as the hook you crochet with is a largely personal choice; all hooks don’t work equally well for all crocheters. This is an area where I’d encourage you to use caution unless you already have a good idea about what kind of hooks your gift recipient wants. Having said that, I do have a few suggestions for crochet hooks that most crochet enthusiasts would be likely to appreciate:
- Susan Bates Bamboo Handle Silvalume Crochet Hooks — I recently switched over to using these crochet hooks, which are made from a combination of aluminum and bamboo. I find them comfortable to hold, and they’re also pretty to look at. They’re reasonably affordable, too, although they’re pricier than the all-aluminum crochet hooks without ergonomic handles.
- Crochet Lites are wonderful gifts; they enable crocheters to see their stitches more easily, particularly when crocheting in dim light or with dark yarns.
- Having a new jumbo-sized crochet hook would enable the crocheter you’re shopping for to use the new jumbo-sized yarns that are now coming onto the marketplace. It used to be that a size Q hook was the biggest one I could find; I just discovered that “S”, “T” and “U” hooks are now available. I bought one of the Chiagoo hooks, which have racked up more than a hundred fantastic reviews from the crocheters who’ve tried them. I haven’t posted a review yet because I am still working on making projects with the hook, but so far, so good.
5. Knitting Needles
Knitting needles, like crochet hooks, are challenging gifts to select unless you’re knowledgeable about the intended recipient’s tastes. However, most knitters would be likely to appreciate having interchangeable needle sets.
6. A Knitting Loom and / or Loom Knitting Instructions and Patterns
Loom knitting can be a faster and less strenuous alternative to hand knitting, but it requires a different set of equipment and a different skill set. If you know a crochet enthusiast who wants to learn how to knit, or a knitting enthusiast who complains about how long her (or his) knitting projects take, or a knitter who suffers from arthritis, a knitting loom could be a fantastic gift to consider giving.
If you were to ask me to name the most useful loom knitting book I’ve come across, it would be challenging to choose just one, but Nicole F. Cox’s Round Loom Knitting in 10 Easy Lessons is the one I’d pick. It’s both a technique book and a pattern book.
The author of the book, Nicole, is multi-talented. Her pattern designs are genius for their simplicity and eye appeal. Nicole was the photographer behind the inspiring color photographs presented in the book.
I don’t have a recommendation for which knitting loom is the best; so far the only one I’ve tried is an oddball vintage loom I acquired at a thrift store. So I’ll pass along Nicole F. Cox’s recommendations for CinDWood looms and Cottage Looms. If you aren’t sure which sort of loom would be the best to give as a gift, Nicole praises those looms as being “a joy to work with.”
7. A Hairpin Lace Loom
If you need an inexpensive gift idea for a crochet enthusiast, a hairpin lace loom is a fun possibility. Hairpin lace is a vintage crochet technique that contemporary crafters have revived and modernized. It’s currently a popular technique for creating shawls, wraps, edgings, and bunches of other types of projects.
8. Knitting Kits, Crochet Kits and Yarn Kits
Kits make fantastic gifts for crochet and knitting enthusiasts.
9. Craft Organizers
- Artbin Super Satchel 1-Compartment, Item#: 6955AB (Pictured at top left) — The recipient of this high-quality organizer can use it for storing yarn, crochet thread, patterns, hooks, needles, or just about any other type of craft supplies you could think of.
- Artbin Yarn Drum (Pictured at upper right) — The recipient of this excellent organizer can use it as either a knitting / crochet project bag or a yarn and crochet thread storage unit.
- ArtBin Thread Storage Tray, Item#: 6820AG (Pictured at center left) — The recipient of this handy thread storage tray can use it for organizing various sized spools of sewing thread. It’s a useful, heavy-duty piece that can either be mounted on a wall, placed on a shelf or tucked inside a craft organizer.
- ArtBin Mini Sidekick, Item#: 6815AG (Pictured at center right) — If the crafter you’re shopping for enjoys using yarn scraps to make granny squares, appliqués or other small projects, this organizer makes a great gift; it’s a good size for storing leftover bits of yarn and crochet thread. It’s also handy for storing just about any other type of craft supplies you could think of, so it makes an excellent gift for crafters in all media.
- Artbin Hook & Needle Nook (This is the translucent gray container pictured at lower left) — The recipient of this handy case can use it for storing double pointed knitting needles, pairs of knitting needles, traditional crochet hooks, ergonomic crochet hooks, or Tunisian crochet hooks measuring less than 12 inches long. This is an affordable gift idea if you’re on a tight budget. If your budget isn’t so strict, you can fill the Nook with hooks and needles before gifting it to the crocheter or knitter on your gift list.
- ArtBin Solutions XL Craft Storage Box, Item#: 3901AB — If your gift recipient needs a compact and versatile multi-purpose craft supplies organizer, this one is an excellent choice. If you’re buying it for a knitter, s/he can use it for storing circular knitting needles, which is one of the main reasons you might want to choose it instead of the popular Hook & Needle Nook mentioned above. If your gift recipient doesn’t use circular knitting needles, the Hook & Needle Nook is probably a better choice, as the rigid dividers can make it easier to keep hooks and needles from getting mixed up.
10. A Multi-Purpose Yarn Store or Craft Store Gift Card
If you know where your gift recipient likes to shop for craft supplies, you can’t go wrong getting her/him a gift card for that store.
If you frequently give gift cards to the people in your inner circle, I highly recommend getting yourself a die cutter and a gift card holder die by Emily Moore Designs. This combination of items will allow you to easily cut out your own charming gift card holders using ordinary cardstock-weight paper. You can use any cardstock, and you can make gift card holders for any gift-giving occasions.
So there you have it: our picks for the best gifts for crocheters and knitters for 2026. We hope you’ll find this list helpful for selecting the perfect gift for the knitters and crochet enthusiasts in your inner circle.
Methodology
The suggestions on this 2026 gift guide were compiled using a combination of three things:
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- Feedback from our readers via polls and emails; we asked readers which gifts they wanted most, and they answered us in droves. (We invite you to post additional suggestions for best gifts for crocheters and knitters in the comments area.)
- Bestseller lists at our favorite craft retailers
- Our own personal experiences with searching out and reviewing the hottest new yarns, patterns and products as well as high-quality, time-tested classics that have been available for years.
Posted By: Amy Solovay
About the Author: Amy Solovay has been crocheting since childhood. She holds a degree in textile design from FIDM and a Bachelor of Arts degree in mathematics from Sweet Briar College. She managed the crochet content at TheSpruceCrafts.com, and her crochet projects were featured in the book Delicate Crochet by Sharon Silverman, published by Stackpole Books.
This page was last updated on 12-12-2025.