Array ( [0] => Array ( [pid] => 44357466 [fid] => 319 [tid] => 602715 [first] => 1 [author] => Velannia2908 [authorid] => 385096 [subject] => Chiagoo Needles [dateline] => 1702919248 [message] => Has anyone had any experience with Chaigoo needles? They seem super expensive and I don't think the price can be justified. However, I've seen all good youtubers talk about it. Any thoughts? [useip] => 199.65.1.36 [port] => 54226 [invisible] => 0 [anonymous] => 0 [usesig] => 1 [htmlon] => 0 [bbcodeoff] => -1 [smileyoff] => -1 [parseurloff] => 0 [attachment] => 0 [rate] => 26 [ratetimes] => 32 [status] => 0 [tags] => [comment] => 1 [replycredit] => 0 [position] => 1 ) [1] => Array ( [pid] => 44358449 [fid] => 319 [tid] => 602715 [first] => 0 [author] => pitussa [authorid] => 134005 [subject] => [dateline] => 1702923330 [message] => I did upgrade from KnitPro/Knitter's Pride to Chiaogoo and it's a world of a difference. I had been very happy with my needles, until I noticed a decline in quality, my tips got bent easily, the cables broke, detached from the connectors, yarn was snagging in the tip-cable connection, very bothersome. And they are not that cheap, so I was angry. I do believe the right tools are important when you are doing something for a long time. I knit for many hours straight and the Chiagoo cables and needles are very very good, seamless connection, the needles are indestructible. But I can also tell you that it was a splurge, my Knitpro needles also worked :) What I did was buy just one size tips and a cable, and tested them. Once I knew I liked the needles I bought the set. Careful if buying from Amazon, there are lots of fake needles of very low quality, imitating Chiagoo, at the retail price, so you can't tell what you are getting. If you can afford them, go for them. I am quite happy. But needles is something very personal, so they might not feel right for you. Everyone prefers something different, steel, bamboo, wood... I personally like 10cm (4inch) steel tips. [useip] => 90.163.181.37 [port] => 11912 [invisible] => 0 [anonymous] => 0 [usesig] => 1 [htmlon] => 0 [bbcodeoff] => -1 [smileyoff] => 0 [parseurloff] => 0 [attachment] => 0 [rate] => 0 [ratetimes] => 0 [status] => 0 [tags] => 0 [comment] => 0 [replycredit] => 0 [position] => 4 [hotrecommended] => 1 ) [2] => Array ( [pid] => 44371658 [fid] => 319 [tid] => 602715 [first] => 0 [author] => pitussa [authorid] => 134005 [subject] => [dateline] => 1702993222 [message] => You can read more of their story here: [url]https://www.chiaogoo.com/about-us/[/url] [quote] Westing Bridge LLC is a family-owned business that was started by four brothers. About1 Its ChiaoGoo brand knitting and crochet tools are designed and distributed in Troy, Michigan. Its manufacturing facility is based in Hangzhou, China. The brothers were born and grew up in Linan, China, “The Bamboo Capital of China”. The grandfather was a bamboo craftsman who spent the majority of his life traveling from town to town with his bamboo tool kit, making household goods such as chairs, tables, mattress sheets, rice barrels, baskets and steamers. The father followed in grandfather’s footsteps and was able to build a workshop in the early 1980’s at the birth of the primitive free market in China. The workshop produced similar household goods, but the primary product was bamboo knitting needles. Demand for the knitting needles originated with the mother. She is an excellent knitter and knit in order to keep her family warm during the long, cold winters. She would often knit extra items and sell them to neighbors and friends to make some extra money for her family of seven. She was the needle “tester” and frequently asked for special needles to meet her needs. She is the inspiration for the ChiaoGoo brand name, which means “highly skillful and crafty lady”. In the 1990’s, the family decided to expand the product line and its production capacity in order to prepare for overseas distribution. In 2005, the four brothers made a milestone decision to incorporate the manufacturing part of the business, Hangzhou Westing Bridge LLC. At the same time, the youngest son established Westing Bridge LLC in Troy, MI for the marketing and distribution of the knitting and crochet tools outside of China. Today, the business has expanded to become one of the most respected producers of knitting and crochet tools. ChiaoGoo products are now adored and enjoyed by worldwide customers, with retailers and distributors across the globe.[/quote] I find it interesting, and the engineering behind the brand is impressive. Not many brands have interchangeable tips in the smallest sizes. The cables are so good, there's a swivelling option. I have bought some different options in cables and tips and I am very impressed, comparing it to other brands, which I have also explored. Hope you enjoy your needles and get many hours of happy knitting from them. Try to screw a screw with a bad screwdriver, a plastic cheap one. Then get a good one and try it. Feel the difference. Chop onions with a blunt knife vs a good, sharp one... This is the same. [useip] => 90.163.181.37 [port] => 61298 [invisible] => 0 [anonymous] => 0 [usesig] => 1 [htmlon] => 0 [bbcodeoff] => 0 [smileyoff] => -1 [parseurloff] => 0 [attachment] => 0 [rate] => 0 [ratetimes] => 0 [status] => 0 [tags] => 0 [comment] => 0 [replycredit] => 0 [position] => 9 [hotrecommended] => 1 ) [3] => Array ( [pid] => 44393321 [fid] => 319 [tid] => 602715 [first] => 0 [author] => toomuchreading [authorid] => 121547 [subject] => [dateline] => 1703085296 [message] => Where I live, Chiaogoo needles are on the higher end of mid-range price range needles. I've bought the more expensive needles and I don't use them any more since I bought by Chiaogoo needles. On the more expensive needles, cables break, the joins aren't smooth, or the cables won't straighten out. Very frustrating. With the cheaper needles I've actually worn out the tips with the way I knit. I've put actual grooves in the tips, or the finish has worn away. With my Chiaogoo I haven't had any of those problems. I wish when I started knitting, I had bought Chiaogoo instead of the other brands. I figure I could have bought 4 complete sets of Chiaogoo needles with what I spent over the years on the more expensive and cheaper needle brands. If I could go back in time I would tell my younger self to not bother with all the other brands. As well Chiaogoo stands behind their products 100%. If you have a problem, they honestly try to make it better. If a new knitter asks what brand of needles they should get, I always recommend Chiaogoo. Even if it's to buy their fixed circular or a single interchangeable set. If they can't figure out which type to buy (bamboo or length) I tell them to go to the nearest yarn shop and ask to try them out. If the shop is any good, they will have samples to try out. 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It's going to end up on the front of me so I want it washable. If you keep your eyes peeled for sales or good deals or for people in your area who are de-stashing, you will find the more expensive stuff cheaper too. I found that joining my local knit group at my library was great for this because 'more eyes' and knit networking keep me informed on what is going on locally for sales, festivals and just general good friends. If you local library doesn't have a group, I recommend trying to work with them to set one up. It's a great resource and good for the library too. 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I still hold on to wooden Knitpros :) my opinion today is (and my advice to my past self would be) buy a pair of the needles, test them, if you love them go for a set. But ONLY if you can afford it without selling a kidney :D [useip] => 195.218.151.186 [port] => 52208 [invisible] => 0 [anonymous] => 0 [usesig] => 1 [htmlon] => 0 [bbcodeoff] => -1 [smileyoff] => 0 [parseurloff] => 0 [attachment] => 0 [rate] => 10 [ratetimes] => 30 [status] => 0 [tags] => 0 [comment] => 0 [replycredit] => 0 [position] => 8 [hotrecommended] => 1 ) [6] => Array ( [pid] => 44359227 [fid] => 319 [tid] => 602715 [first] => 0 [author] => Velannia2908 [authorid] => 385096 [subject] => [dateline] => 1702927087 [message] => [quote][size=2][url=forum.php?mod=redirect&goto=findpost&pid=44358449&ptid=602715][color=#999999][img]static/image/common/user_online.gif[/img] pitussa [img]static/image/common/clock.gif[/img] 2023-12-19 02:15[/color][/url][/size] I did upgrade from KnitPro/Knitter's Pride to Chiaogoo and it's a world of a difference. I had been ...[/quote] Thanks, That really gave me clarity. I did end up buying it from my local yarn shop (Cause there was a sale) but after coming home, when I checked online, the prices of other needle sets were so low. I thought I was getting scammed :P But thanks, your review really does help put things in perspective. :) [useip] => 199.65.1.36 [port] => 33864 [invisible] => 0 [anonymous] => 0 [usesig] => 1 [htmlon] => 0 [bbcodeoff] => 0 [smileyoff] => 0 [parseurloff] => 0 [attachment] => 0 [rate] => 10 [ratetimes] => 30 [status] => 0 [tags] => 0 [comment] => 0 [replycredit] => 0 [position] => 6 [hotrecommended] => 1 ) [7] => Array ( [pid] => 44390250 [fid] => 319 [tid] => 602715 [first] => 0 [author] => Velannia2908 [authorid] => 385096 [subject] => [dateline] => 1703073002 [message] => [quote][size=2][url=forum.php?mod=redirect&goto=findpost&pid=44371658&ptid=602715][color=#999999][img]static/image/common/user_online.gif[/img] pitussa [img]static/image/common/clock.gif[/img] 2023-12-19 21:40[/color][/url][/size] You can read more of their story here: https://www.chiaogoo.com/about-us/ [/quote] Wow, makes sense! Thanks alot! I did try it yesterday, mine are metal ones, a bit slippery so my tension isn't how it usually is in my wooden needle but I still I really like how many options this set opens up. I'm still brand new to knitting so I hope I'll be able to tell the difference at some point [useip] => 162.158.154.248 [port] => 24974 [invisible] => 0 [anonymous] => 0 [usesig] => 1 [htmlon] => 0 [bbcodeoff] => 0 [smileyoff] => -1 [parseurloff] => 0 [attachment] => 0 [rate] => 10 [ratetimes] => 30 [status] => 0 [tags] => 0 [comment] => 0 [replycredit] => 0 [position] => 11 [hotrecommended] => 1 ) [8] => Array ( [pid] => 44704544 [fid] => 319 [tid] => 602715 [first] => 0 [author] => mays [authorid] => 359061 [subject] => [dateline] => 1704537330 [message] => I really love my Chiaogoos. They were very expensive but I bought them, like 6-7 years ago and they are still going strong so I consider them an investment - how many needles I'd have bought during that time otherwise, in order to have different cable lengths and needle sizes? Also, 99% of the time I use magic loop and not DPNs for small circumference knitting and the red cables are really good for that IMO. 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But Mahn, Knitting seems like a super expensive hobby to me now. lol [useip] => 199.65.1.20 [port] => 28490 [invisible] => 0 [anonymous] => 0 [usesig] => 1 [htmlon] => 0 [bbcodeoff] => 0 [smileyoff] => -1 [parseurloff] => 0 [attachment] => 0 [rate] => 0 [ratetimes] => 0 [status] => 0 [tags] => 0 [comment] => 1 [replycredit] => 0 [position] => 14 [hotrecommended] => 1 ) [10] => Array ( [pid] => 44357624 [fid] => 319 [tid] => 602715 [first] => 0 [author] => Poochicat [authorid] => 385110 [subject] => [dateline] => 1702919936 [message] => Yes, it's very expensive. Personally, I get by just fine with low-cost needles. 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Personally, I get by just fine with low-cost needles.[/quote] Man, the consumerism. :( I should've gotten the low-cost needles too [useip] => 199.65.1.36 [port] => 43424 [invisible] => 0 [anonymous] => 0 [usesig] => 1 [htmlon] => 0 [bbcodeoff] => 0 [smileyoff] => 0 [parseurloff] => 0 [attachment] => 0 [rate] => 0 [ratetimes] => 0 [status] => 0 [tags] => 0 [comment] => 0 [replycredit] => 0 [position] => 3 ) [12] => Array ( [pid] => 44358449 [fid] => 319 [tid] => 602715 [first] => 0 [author] => pitussa [authorid] => 134005 [subject] => [dateline] => 1702923330 [message] => I did upgrade from KnitPro/Knitter's Pride to Chiaogoo and it's a world of a difference. I had been very happy with my needles, until I noticed a decline in quality, my tips got bent easily, the cables broke, detached from the connectors, yarn was snagging in the tip-cable connection, very bothersome. And they are not that cheap, so I was angry. I do believe the right tools are important when you are doing something for a long time. I knit for many hours straight and the Chiagoo cables and needles are very very good, seamless connection, the needles are indestructible. But I can also tell you that it was a splurge, my Knitpro needles also worked :) What I did was buy just one size tips and a cable, and tested them. Once I knew I liked the needles I bought the set. Careful if buying from Amazon, there are lots of fake needles of very low quality, imitating Chiagoo, at the retail price, so you can't tell what you are getting. If you can afford them, go for them. I am quite happy. But needles is something very personal, so they might not feel right for you. Everyone prefers something different, steel, bamboo, wood... I personally like 10cm (4inch) steel tips. 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I had been ...[/quote] Thanks, That really gave me clarity. I did end up buying it from my local yarn shop (Cause there was a sale) but after coming home, when I checked online, the prices of other needle sets were so low. I thought I was getting scammed :P But thanks, your review really does help put things in perspective. :) [useip] => 199.65.1.36 [port] => 33864 [invisible] => 0 [anonymous] => 0 [usesig] => 1 [htmlon] => 0 [bbcodeoff] => 0 [smileyoff] => 0 [parseurloff] => 0 [attachment] => 0 [rate] => 10 [ratetimes] => 30 [status] => 0 [tags] => 0 [comment] => 0 [replycredit] => 0 [position] => 6 ) [15] => Array ( [pid] => 44359232 [fid] => 319 [tid] => 602715 [first] => 0 [author] => Velannia2908 [authorid] => 385096 [subject] => [dateline] => 1702927132 [message] => [quote][size=2][url=forum.php?mod=redirect&goto=findpost&pid=44358770&ptid=602715][color=#999999][img]static/image/common/user_online.gif[/img] holomoonz [img]static/image/common/clock.gif[/img] 2023-12-19 02:37[/color][/url][/size] love my chiagoo and hands hurt when i try to go back to cheaper needles - never would have thought i ...[/quote] Thanks, All these comments really help me reason the price. :) I'm excited to use them!!!! 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But ONLY if you can afford it without selling a kidney :D [useip] => 195.218.151.186 [port] => 52208 [invisible] => 0 [anonymous] => 0 [usesig] => 1 [htmlon] => 0 [bbcodeoff] => -1 [smileyoff] => 0 [parseurloff] => 0 [attachment] => 0 [rate] => 10 [ratetimes] => 30 [status] => 0 [tags] => 0 [comment] => 0 [replycredit] => 0 [position] => 8 ) [17] => Array ( [pid] => 44371658 [fid] => 319 [tid] => 602715 [first] => 0 [author] => pitussa [authorid] => 134005 [subject] => [dateline] => 1702993222 [message] => You can read more of their story here: [url]https://www.chiaogoo.com/about-us/[/url] [quote] Westing Bridge LLC is a family-owned business that was started by four brothers. About1 Its ChiaoGoo brand knitting and crochet tools are designed and distributed in Troy, Michigan. Its manufacturing facility is based in Hangzhou, China. The brothers were born and grew up in Linan, China, “The Bamboo Capital of China”. The grandfather was a bamboo craftsman who spent the majority of his life traveling from town to town with his bamboo tool kit, making household goods such as chairs, tables, mattress sheets, rice barrels, baskets and steamers. The father followed in grandfather’s footsteps and was able to build a workshop in the early 1980’s at the birth of the primitive free market in China. The workshop produced similar household goods, but the primary product was bamboo knitting needles. Demand for the knitting needles originated with the mother. She is an excellent knitter and knit in order to keep her family warm during the long, cold winters. She would often knit extra items and sell them to neighbors and friends to make some extra money for her family of seven. She was the needle “tester” and frequently asked for special needles to meet her needs. She is the inspiration for the ChiaoGoo brand name, which means “highly skillful and crafty lady”. In the 1990’s, the family decided to expand the product line and its production capacity in order to prepare for overseas distribution. In 2005, the four brothers made a milestone decision to incorporate the manufacturing part of the business, Hangzhou Westing Bridge LLC. At the same time, the youngest son established Westing Bridge LLC in Troy, MI for the marketing and distribution of the knitting and crochet tools outside of China. Today, the business has expanded to become one of the most respected producers of knitting and crochet tools. ChiaoGoo products are now adored and enjoyed by worldwide customers, with retailers and distributors across the globe.[/quote] I find it interesting, and the engineering behind the brand is impressive. Not many brands have interchangeable tips in the smallest sizes. The cables are so good, there's a swivelling option. I have bought some different options in cables and tips and I am very impressed, comparing it to other brands, which I have also explored. Hope you enjoy your needles and get many hours of happy knitting from them. Try to screw a screw with a bad screwdriver, a plastic cheap one. Then get a good one and try it. Feel the difference. Chop onions with a blunt knife vs a good, sharp one... This is the same. 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Velannia2908 Publish time 2023-12-19 01:07

Chiagoo Needles

Has anyone had any experience with Chaigoo needles?
They seem super expensive and I don't think the price can be justified. However, I've seen all good youtubers talk about it. Any thoughts?

pitussa Publish time 2023-12-19 02:15

I did upgrade from KnitPro/Knitter's Pride to Chiaogoo and it's a world of a difference.
I had been very happy with my needles, until I noticed a decline in quality, my tips got bent easily, the cables broke, detached from the connectors, yarn was snagging in the tip-cable connection, very bothersome. And they are not that cheap, so I was angry.

I do believe the right tools are important when you are doing something for a long time.

I knit for many hours straight and the Chiagoo cables and needles are very very good, seamless connection, the needles are indestructible.
But I can also tell you that it was a splurge, my Knitpro needles also worked :)   

What I did was buy just one size tips and a cable, and tested them. Once I knew I liked the needles I bought the set.
Careful if buying from Amazon, there are lots of fake needles of very low quality, imitating Chiagoo, at the retail price, so you can't tell what you are getting.

If you can afford them, go for them. I am quite happy. But needles is something very personal, so they might not feel right for you.
Everyone prefers something different, steel, bamboo, wood... I personally like 10cm (4inch) steel tips.

pitussa Publish time 2023-12-19 21:40

You can read more of their story here: https://www.chiaogoo.com/about-us/

Westing Bridge LLC is a family-owned business that was started by four brothers. About1 Its ChiaoGoo brand knitting and crochet tools are designed and distributed in Troy, Michigan. Its manufacturing facility is based in Hangzhou, China.

The brothers were born and grew up in Linan, China, “The Bamboo Capital of China”. The grandfather was a bamboo craftsman who spent the majority of his life traveling from town to town with his bamboo tool kit, making household goods such as chairs, tables, mattress sheets, rice barrels, baskets and steamers. The father followed in grandfather’s footsteps and was able to build a workshop in the early 1980’s at the birth of the primitive free market in China. The workshop produced similar household goods, but the primary product was bamboo knitting needles.

Demand for the knitting needles originated with the mother. She is an excellent knitter and knit in order to keep her family warm during the long, cold winters. She would often knit extra items and sell them to neighbors and friends to make some extra money for her family of seven. She was the needle “tester” and frequently asked for special needles to meet her needs. She is the inspiration for the ChiaoGoo brand name, which means “highly skillful and crafty lady”.

In the 1990’s, the family decided to expand the product line and its production capacity in order to prepare for overseas distribution. In 2005, the four brothers made a milestone decision to incorporate the manufacturing part of the business, Hangzhou Westing Bridge LLC. At the same time, the youngest son established Westing Bridge LLC in Troy, MI for the marketing and distribution of the knitting and crochet tools outside of China.

Today, the business has expanded to become one of the most respected producers of knitting and crochet tools. ChiaoGoo products are now adored and enjoyed by worldwide customers, with retailers and distributors across the globe.

I find it interesting, and the engineering behind the brand is impressive. Not many brands have interchangeable tips in the smallest sizes. The cables are so good, there's a swivelling option. I have bought some different options in cables and tips and I am very impressed, comparing it to other brands, which I have also explored.

Hope you enjoy your needles and get many hours of happy knitting from them. Try to screw a screw with a bad screwdriver, a plastic cheap one. Then get a good one and try it. Feel the difference. Chop onions with a blunt knife vs a good, sharp one... This is the same.

toomuchreading Publish time 2023-12-20 23:14

Where I live, Chiaogoo needles are on the higher end of mid-range price range needles.I've bought the more expensive needles and I don't use them any more since I bought by Chiaogoo needles.On the more expensive needles, cables break, the joins aren't smooth, or the cables won't straighten out.Very frustrating.With the cheaper needles I've actually worn out the tips with the way I knit.I've put actual grooves in the tips, or the finish has worn away.With my Chiaogoo I haven't had any of those problems.I wish when I started knitting, I had bought Chiaogoo instead of the other brands.I figure I could have bought 4 complete sets of Chiaogoo needles with what I spent over the years on the more expensive and cheaper needle brands.If I could go back in time I would tell my younger self to not bother with all the other brands.As well Chiaogoo stands behind their products 100%.If you have a problem, they honestly try to make it better.
If a new knitter asks what brand of needles they should get, I always recommend Chiaogoo.Even if it's to buy their fixed circular or a single interchangeable set.If they can't figure out which type to buy (bamboo or length) I tell them to go to the nearest yarn shop and ask to try them out.If the shop is any good, they will have samples to try out.

toomuchreading Publish time 2023-12-22 00:27

Edited by toomuchreading at 2023-12-21 11:28

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But Mahn, Knitting seems li ...
It can be expensive if you are buying custom dyed yarn or fibre.I tend to work with wool or acrylic.Not silks or one of the camlids.I know me. It's going to end up on the front of me so I want it washable.If you keep your eyes peeled for sales or good deals or for people in your area who are de-stashing, you will find the more expensive stuff cheaper too.I found that joining my local knit group at my library was great for this because 'more eyes' and knit networking keep me informed on what is going on locally for sales, festivals and just general good friends.

If you local library doesn't have a group, I recommend trying to work with them to set one up.It's a great resource and good for the library too.

coffee-holic Publish time 2023-12-19 15:34

I have standard set and minis too, I love my Chiaogoos to the moon and back. I previously owned drops metal set, cheap needles from local craft store and Aliexpress, but they are no match for the Chiaogoos. I love to work with high quality tools, it gives me pleasure when even acrylic yarn is now squeaking on the needles. But I disliked bamboo needles from Chiaogoo. I still hold on to wooden Knitpros :) my opinion today is (and my advice to my past self would be) buy a pair of the needles, test them, if you love them go for a set. But ONLY if you can afford it without selling a kidney :D

Velannia2908 Publish time 2023-12-19 03:18

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I did upgrade from KnitPro/Knitter's Pride to Chiaogoo and it's a world of a difference.
I had been...

Thanks, That really gave me clarity.

I did end up buying it from my local yarn shop (Cause there was a sale) but after coming home, when I checked online, the prices of other needle sets were so low.
I thought I was getting scammed :P
But thanks, your review really does help put things in perspective. :)

Velannia2908 Publish time 2023-12-20 19:50

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You can read more of their story here: https://www.chiaogoo.com/about-us/




Wow, makes sense! Thanks alot! I did try it yesterday, mine are metal ones, a bit slippery so my tension isn't how it usually is in my wooden needle but I still I really like how many options this set opens up. I'm still brand new to knitting so I hope I'll be able to tell the difference at some point

mays Publish time 2024-1-6 18:35

I really love my Chiaogoos. They were very expensive but I bought them, like 6-7 years ago and they are still going strong so I consider them an investment - how many needles I'd have bought during that time otherwise, in order to have different cable lengths and needle sizes? Also, 99% of the time I use magic loop and not DPNs for small circumference knitting and the red cables are really good for that IMO.

Velannia2908 Publish time 2023-12-21 23:08

static/image/common/user_online.gif toomuchreading static/image/common/clock.gif 2023-12-20 23:14
Where I live, Chiaogoo needles are on the higher end of mid-range price range needles.I've bought...

Thank you so much! I did buy them after reading all the comments here. But Mahn, Knitting seems like a super expensive hobby to me now. lol

Poochicat Publish time 2023-12-19 01:18

Yes, it's very expensive. Personally, I get by just fine with low-cost needles.

Velannia2908 Publish time 2023-12-19 01:39

static/image/common/user_online.gif Poochicat static/image/common/clock.gif 2023-12-19 01:18
Yes, it's very expensive. Personally, I get by just fine with low-cost needles.

Man, the consumerism. :(
I should've gotten the low-cost needles too

holomoonz Publish time 2023-12-19 02:37

love my chiagoo and hands hurt when i try to go back to cheaper needles - never would have thought it

Velannia2908 Publish time 2023-12-19 03:18

static/image/common/user_online.gif holomoonz static/image/common/clock.gif 2023-12-19 02:37
love my chiagoo and hands hurt when i try to go back to cheaper needles - never would have thought i ...

Thanks, All these comments really help me reason the price. :)
I'm excited to use them!!!!

Leisureknit Publish time 2023-12-20 15:22

I think they differentiate different sizes on purpose just to get you to buy more needles and accessories
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