Holiday Gift Guide for the Crocheter in Your Life
**Disclaimer- These are only suggestions and you should always keep in mind tht everyone is different, with different taste, needs, and preference.**
Gift Cards (Amazon, Michael’s, JoAnns, Hobby Lobby, etc)
Contrary to popular belief, gift cards are not a cop-out for getting a physical, more “traditional” gift. Here’s why; some people prefer to buy their own things! For crafters especially, having that “extra money” is the best gift you can give for them to spend, as they please, at their favorite establishment. If you know the specific store they frequent, then go for it. Next time you’re checking out at the store, grab a card but make sure you present it nicely.
New crochet hooks
WARNING: only opt for this if you know of some they have been wanting
As a crocheter myself, I know all too well the nightmare of losing my favorite hook and then having to settle for a cheap version. Know what hooks they like? Have they been raving about a certain set on Amazon or Instagram? Go ahead and order one. Keep in mind that custom hooks do take time but if you can grab a quality hook(s), they will definitely be appreciated. Some examples of hooks or sets:
Tulip TP1166 Etimo Crochet Hook Set
Hestya 15 Pieces Wooden Bamboo Crochet Hooks Set
BeCraftee 12 Crochet Hook Set with Ergonomic Handles
CLOVER Soft Touch Crochet Hook (their favorite hook size or 3.75mm/4mm/4.5mm/5mm)
Susan Bates Silvalume Soft Handle Aluminum Crochet Hook (their favorite hook size or 3.75mm/4mm/4.5mm/5mm)
Yarn
Buy yarn. Popular yarn. New yarn. The yarn you’ve seen them work with or literally tell you that they love. When buying yarn, buy at least 3-4 skeins of the same or complementary colors because that will make it easier for your favorite crafter to make something great. If you have NO idea how to buy yarn then please ask or refer back to this post.
Some yarn basics:
I Love This Yarn (exclusively at Hobby Lobby Stores)
Loops & Threads® Impeccable™ Yarn
**You can buy yarn from Walmart, however, it is best to go in the store to buy it because not all options (both cheap or otherwise) are available online. **
Tripod &Ring light/phone ring light
Like most people during this time, filming and recording may have become a greater part of your crafter’s everyday routine. Having a tripod can greatly help them film and/or photograph not only themselves but their items for various social media platforms. Crafters rely heavily on visuals, so you cannot go wrong with a good tripod!
Nothing makes a photo worse than some bad lighting! If your crafter is just starting out, or even if they have a whole production in house, having an additional ring light will never hurt. A couple of suggestions to get you started:
MOUNTDOG 18" Ring Light Kit 55W Bluetooth LED Ringlight Lighting with Tripod Stand
10” Selfie Ring Light with Tripod Stand and Phone Holder
Backdrop
Nothing is more distracting (& unprofessional) than having everything in the background of your house drawing focus away from the focal point of a picture! Backdrops can help with taking photos or even helping them step into making videos in the future if that is something that they want (or need) to do. If they have had a more DIY version of one, giving them an upgrade will give them that push to keep going and develop their skills.
Backdrop Black Chromakey Collapsible Screen (Black/White/Green )
Horizontal White Brick Wall Photography Backdrop (White Brick)
Green Leaves Photography Backdrops (Green leaves)
Heavy Duty Muslin Clamps 4 1/2 inch 6 Pack (needed for hanging)
Etsy gift card
Supporting other creatives is always a good thing and Etsy is one of those things that has to have its own part in this list. A virtual gift card for your crafter will help them buy some other digital goods to help them in their craft/business. These come in the amounts of $25/$50/$100/$250. So really, go wild with it.
Subscription to Netflix/Spotify/Audible
For viewing: NETFLIX
For music/podcasts; while the gift cards that are available for Spotify only work for individual accounts and not for the student, duo, or family plans. If they only have an individual account, the gift card will work for them.
*Spotify gift cards can be purchased at most major retail and electronic stores.
For books: Audible Gift center
New headphones
Going along with the last idea. MUSIC. Most crafters have something going on in the background. So maybe you don’t want to hear them listening to the Harry Potter series for the 7th time this year or the playlist you’ve heard too many times this week.
When choosing this option, just make sure you know what they like when it comes to comfort. Over-Ear or In-ear headphones.
SONY WHCH510/B Wireless On-Ear Headphones
Body pillow/ back pillow
Crafters generally, but crocheters specifically, are especially vulnerable to unique body aches as a consequence of our craft. Back & neck pain, in addition to any joint pains can wreak havoc on an otherwise content crocheter.
ZIRAKI Large Plush Shredded Foam Pillow
Cup warmer
Having a nice warm beverage while hookin’ away on a project sets the mood perfectly. After taking care of the house and other responsibilities, having everything ready to crochet into the dark hours include a cup of warmness, whatever that may be.
Favorite set of pens/notebooks
Taking notes is just as important as crocheting itself, especially for those that crochet for others. These items, like most, don’t have to be expensive, they just have to work (unless your crocheter is a notebook/pen snob, then find out what THEY like in particular).
Pilot G2 Gel Pens, 0.7mm Black - 3ct
Pilot G2 Retractable Premium Gel Ink Roller Ball Pens,Assorted Colors
BIC Round Stic Xtra Life Ball Pen (Wal-mart)
BIC Round Stic Xtra Life Ball Pen (Amazon)
Black Grid Journal By Artist's Loft™
Five Star Spiral Notebook, 2 Subject, College Ruled Paper
Five Star Spiral College Ruled Notebook, 5 Subject
Google play store/Apple store GC
For purchasing in-app tools for productivity or for gaming in the downtime between crafting all the goodies.
(These can be purchased anywhere gift cards are available)
Warm Thangs: blankets, socks, hoodies…
Cuddled up with all the warm things, crochet and a good show/music, makes for a great night. Again, you know your crafter better than I do. So if yours, lives in a warmer part of the world, than you can definitely switch these out for more appropriate items.
YARNNNNN
Again, you can never go wrong with getting some yarn. Get it. All of it.
High-quality scissors
Good materials make the experience better and more enjoyable. Nothing is more frustrating than trying to cut yarn with some DULL scissors. Happy hooker, happy life.
BIHRTC 3.6 Inch Small Scissors
Shapenty Stainless Steel Folding Portable Travel Scissors
Related apparel
Crochet is our sport! So just like sports teams, we like to rep our craft and let everyone know that. If you know the personality of your crafter, take a shot at it and grab them some apparel to wear WHILE they crochet. Here are some options for grabbing some
Stitch markers/row counter
While we can usually keep count of rows and stitches, but there is always something to do and having a place marker helps out a lot.
Jumbo Locking Stitch Markers by Loops & Threads™
Clover Jumbo Locking Stitch Markers
50 PCS Stitch Markers with Plastic Box
Meikeer 150 Pieces Crochet Locking Stitch Markers
Polyfil
For the crafters that work with dolls, amigurumi, or pillows, there is never enough polyfil to go around. The stuffing that does into all of these can get expensive and buying this for your crafter can help them out greatly.
12 Oz Polyfil Fiber (JoAnns)
Poly-Fil Stuffing (Michaels)
Poly-Fil Premium Polyester Fiber (Amazon)
Product TitlePoly-Fil 100% Polyester Fiber Fill (Wal-Mart)
Yarn winder
Nothing better than not having to wind yarn by hand, or unravel old projects. Doesn’t have to be the most expensive one but also know if they have one already or not. Being able to store leftover yarn, or even the expensive great quality yarn is GOLDEN.
Yarn Ball Winder (Amazon)
Loops & Threads™ Yarn Winder (Michaels)
