If you're an avid knitter, you know the importance of taking care of your body and mental health while engaging in your favorite hobby.

Knitting is a wonderful way to unwind and de-stress, but it can also take a toll on your hands, wrists, and posture. That's why it's crucial to have some self-care tools in your knitting toolkit.

In this blog post, we'll explore some of the best self-care tools for knitters, from lotions to handy tools to keep nearby for easy access to notions. Whether you're a seasoned knitter or just starting out, these tools will help you take care of yourself while you create beautiful pieces of knitwear.

There’s even a few product in here to keep you company as you knit an put a smile on your face.

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10 Self Care Tools and Notions for Knitters

#1. Tiny Stuffed Alpaca - As cute as cute can be, these hand painted, needle-tufted, mini alpacas are here to turn that frown upside down. Made from mill end fibers, this herd of technicolor cuties makes a charming addition to a maker's space, computer desk, or bedside table.

#2. Beekman 1802 Pure Goat Milk Hand Lotion - Hard-working hands deserve pampering. This fragrance-free Pure Goat Milk Hand Lotion from Beekman 1802 combines botanical extracts with softening goat milk to moisturize and smooth hands.

Fragrance-free
Paraben-free
Cruelty-free

#3. Smooshy Sheep Stress Ball - This Smooshy Sheep is cute and practical! Keep it near your favorite knitting spot to put a smile on your face, elevate your mood, and make your hands stronger.

Not only are stress balls able to help relieve tension and stress, but also help to strengthen hands (including wrists and fingers) and improve circulation. Make it a habit to stretch and strengthen after every knitting session to help alleviate tension from the repetitive, closed-hand motions of knitting.

#4. Unicorn Scissors - Be reminded that anything is possible with these unicorn scissors!

Available in iridescent and gold colorways, both pairs have 4-inch, quality stainless steel blades that are pointy sharp for all your precision cutting and yarn snipping needs.

#5. Knitter’s Mini Tool Set - Hey there! Are you a fan of knitting projects? Well, have we got something exciting for you! These whimsical project accessories are not only convenient and compact, but they're also made to last! This set of tools is perfect for taking with you on the go.

What's more, the tools are made from domestic cherry hardwood sourced from the Northeastern United States, and their pretty caramel color really highlights their laser-etched details. So, why not add a touch of charm to your knitting collection with this lovely set of tools?

Tools included in the Mini Tools Set are:

Needle Gauge Mini Tool
Kitchener Mini Tool
Gauge Swatch Ruler Mini Tool
Wraps per Inch Mini Tool
Make One Left Mini Tool
Wrap & Turn Mini Tool

#6. Lint Shaver - Clean up pills and fuzz from your softest and most worn sweaters with this lint shaver. Using a lint shaver can help your sweater to look pristine for years! Simply turn on the lint shaver, and run it over the surface of your sweater.

Any extra lint or pills are collected in the lint trap, which can be easily emptied when you are done. This lint shaver requires 2 AA batteries.

#7. Rosewood Yarn Bowl - Place your yarn in this lovely rosewood bowl and keep it from running away. A spiral cutout holds your working yarn securely, and the spherical shape helps keep the ball inside with a pleasing, organic form. The Indian rosewood has a deep, lovely hue with a rich woodgrain texture, so there's no need to sacrifice beauty for practicality.

This is a tapered bowl with an opening diameter of 5 inches and a middle bowl diameter of 6 inches.

#8. Yarn Hanks Jigsaw Puzzle - Take a break from your needles and unwind with this Hedgehog Fibres Jigsaw Puzzle! Put together 1000 pieces to unveil a super cute 638mm x 480mm picture of Hedgehog's own skeins of speckled yarns, all one of a kind colors!

This peachy-orange portrait is the perfect way to stimulate your mind with even more fiber fun! Make the puzzle yourself or give one to the other yarn lovers in your life!

Lantern Moon Sheep Sherpa Notions Holder

#9. Lantern Moon Sheep Sherpa - Lantern Moon accessory holders are the absolute cutest way to store and display needles, hooks, reading glasses, and knitting notions while keeping them close-by for easy access.

This adorable plush sheep sherpa is softly padded and lined with cotton to keep all of your accessories safe and readily available for you to use!

#10. Finger Massage Roller - Give fingers a massage after a long making session. Roll a Finger Massage Roller up and down each finger about 20-30 times before moving on to the next finger or thumb.

Let the gentle pressure of each Roller massage finger muscles while stimulating blood flow. They also make great fidget accessories, helping to focus your attention when you can't knit or crochet.