I've been working a lace shawl for several months with the Addi Turbo
lace needles, and I haven't noticed any color coming off...
I've recently discovered a relatively new needle made by Kollage that
have the most flexible cable of any I've tried, and the shaft of the
needles is square (the points are still rounded). Their package says,
"Yes, they really are easier on your hands! Handcrafted to our exacting
standards, Kollage's square knitting needles are designed to be
ergonomically suited to your hands, decreasing stress and strain for
those who love to knit. They enable you to knit faster with more
uniform stitches. They are perfect for slippery yarns or if you knit
tightly. The square needles are perfect for knitters who have
arthritis, carpal tunnel, or stiffness in their hands and fingers."
Hmmm.... I'm surprised they don't knit *for* you, if they're that
good!! ;) I haven't used them yet, so can't tell you anything about
how they feel. I will say that the mfgrs recommend that people buy up a
size because for some reason, most people have to order up a size to get
the right gauge.
I have a pair that I bought in the 40" size (101.6 cm). The Kollage
website is <http://www.kollageyarns.com/needles.php> and they do have a
link for suppliers internationally.
In the U.S., they're sold by Paradise Yarns
<http://www.paradisefibers.net/> (and maybe others...).
Clay
Clay Blackwell
Lynchburg, VA USA
Susan Reishus wrote:
Addi (Selter in Europe, Skacel in NA) makes a 72" as I remember, in many sizes,
and if your project is lace, I would suggest their lace needles, though they do tend
to rub off in light colors, it seems to wash out.
Otherwise, Denise (a needle set) sells cables the length asked for, and
slightly shorter and slightly longer, as I remember.
Also Hiya, Hiya has sets, and singles of many length (including the 2 yds asked
for).
Also Knit Picks, but I think that was mentioned already.
HTH,Susan Reishus
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