Hiya hiya knitting needle review - Are these the sharpest needles? [2023]

[@suzanrudulph4141]

Always appreciate the hard work you put into your videos. They are so informative and helpful. Thank you Norman. 🙂

[@NimbleNeedles]

It's my pleasure 🙏

[@ingemunchbaagoe]

I do so much appreciate your hard work you put into your videos. It is really informative. So thank you so much for that, and I btw totally agree with your review. ❤☺️

[@emankarns]

I absolutely love both HiyaHiya metal needles sets. They are one of the slickest needles on the market and there are no problems with the connectors. So if you are a fast knitter you will love them because they do not hang up. If you knit as slowly as I do, I think you will enjoy the smoothness of working with these needles. I can only speak for the States because I've seen where people have complained about there being a defect and the dealer claimed that they would replace them. I have the wooden needles but I have not used them at this time. It's really sad to hear that the producer of this product would not acknowledge any of your questions. For they make a quality product and in general. If you purchase the full set you get point protectors, snips, stitch markers, sewing needles, long cable extenders as well as the ones that were show in the podcast and 4 cables for the large and smaller needle adapters which go into the little inside pocket. Since all of us are different I feel as if the podcast was fair.

[@NimbleNeedles]

yeah..for whatever reason I couldn't get a hold of these super big sets here in Europe (and I have been trying for 4 years now). I mean..i could order oversee...and pay 50$ in shipping and another 50 to customs..

[@aimeewalters4861]

You always have the most insightful product reviews!

[@NimbleNeedles]

Thank you, Aimee!

[@smullis7]

Your reviews are the best! Very thorough and honest information! Thanks !!

[@NimbleNeedles]

You are very welcome 🥰

[@gelfrog93]

Thanks for the open, honest review. ❤ I'm relatively new to using Hiya Hiya needls but they have changed my relationship with knitting needles entirely. I have an extremely tight tention and the Sharps were a game changer for me. I am amazed at your bamboo set though. The ones I have dont have any of the issues you mentioned. They're actually so smooth that despite my tight tention I still find them a pleasure to use. I have a set of the interchangeable single points too. I mainly use them for swatching but I love the cleverness of them and marvel that someone hasn't come up with the idea before now. Im sorry to hear about the poor communication and transparency this company has. I have suggested my LYS stock this brand but if the company has such bad communication it might not be worth it for them.

[@NimbleNeedles]

Well, I don't really know whats up with the bamboo set..maybe things changed with their manufacturers post covid?

[@gelfrog93]

@@NimbleNeedles Who knows. I checked with my mum who purchased a kit around the same time I did. She was surprised by your experience too and said she prefers them to every non metal needle she's tried. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@NimbleNeedles]

@@gelfrog93 could also be a difference between USA and EU..another question i wanted to ask them. But ah well. Either way, glad you found needles that work so well for you!

[@katheard262]

Thank you Norman. Having a. "go-to" for an honest assessment of all things knitting means so much. Appreciate you :-)

[@NimbleNeedles]

You are so welcome!

[@nancymcauley5933]

Thank you Norman. I also love the sharps for my lace knitting. My bamboo set is older and doesn't have the problems that your newer ones seem to have. None of mine have that flat spot in the cable either. Thanks for doing the work for us.

[@dianneevans5492]

My guess about the flat spot on the cables is that it is to reduce strain and breakage which is most likely to occur near the joint.

[@dianneevans5492]

Thank you for your great info.

[@NimbleNeedles]

Hmmm...well..maybe..then again..a tube is already an ideal shape..so I am not sure how that would work

[@dianneevans5492]

@@NimbleNeedles cables in electronics and construction are most likely to break at the connection and so many ways of reducing strain/stress at this point have been used. I'm guessing that is what they are trying to do, reduce cable strain/stress.

[@NimbleNeedles]

@@dianneevans5492 true that. and you can see that on bridges where the steel cables are sometimes flat right at the join. That WOULD make sense for me...but it's a bit further down. I dunno...well..maybe one of these days I will find someone at their end who will talk with me :)

[@alyvincent5984]

Maybe it's to protect the cover from wear from the needle points?

[@thizizliz]

I was gifted a starter set from Lantern Moon - based on a recomendation from a friend. He was right - PERFECTLY smooth transitions, all one size connectors on the cords, really lovely to work with. My arthritic hands are happy with the smooth transitions and the way the cables spin. The points are VERY slightly larger than the Hiya Hiya and the pouches work well. Needles themselves are black and I don't know what they are made of but so far, they are lovely. Your reviews are helpful because now I know more what to look for. Thanks again Norman, for all your hard work.

[@christielamb2894]

Wonderful review, Norman. Very informative, thuro and presented in the highest quality of video, as is your standard. 😊 I'm so happy you're able to continue to produce your wonderful videos. I appreciate you and your work very much. 🩷✌️🧶

[@NimbleNeedles]

Well, this video was filmed before my incident 😅 Still, glad you enjoyed it!

[@christielamb2894]

@@NimbleNeedles Oh, No! I'm so sorry! I got excited, thinking you had had a quick and positive outcome. I'll continue to revisit my favorite videos and keep catching up with any videos I haven't seen. 🩷🧶🩷 Norman, I've learned so much from your videos. More than just wonderful tips and techniques, I've learned so much about the tools I'm using and may choose in the future. I'm much more confident in my skills and I'm actually trying my hand at a Shetland Lace Shawl. I would love to see some of your lace pieces some time. Just a photo or two, a little "showcase of possibilities" to aspire to. In the sports world, everyone wanted "to be like Mike." In my knitting world... I want "to be (skilled) like Norman." 🤟🥰 💜✌️🧶

[@mariannemahoney1229]

Great review Norman…I am a committed HiyaHiya user…LOVE the tips. Agree with you on the brocade case…the button does not hold and the Velcro flap is useless…my needles have slipped out many times within my travel bags etc. I took a gold magic marker to pen in the needle sizes on the fabric. My needles are in constant use for magic loop so the cables are okay but when I wind them up & store…yes they hold that coil for a bit. I never have need for the barber cords to try on a sweater in progress… use a long cord and attach the stoppers! HiyaHiya is not as readily available at local shops in the USA but Amazon generally has what I may need for extra parts, some Etsy shops and online stores. I am a devotee !

[@NimbleNeedles]

Yeah, it's gotten more and more difficult to get them here in Europe as well

[@nanfredman1991]

I was struggling with my fingering-weight projects and wondered if the Hiyahiya sharps would help. Thanks so much for this review! I did get both their sock and “small” sets, and problems solved. Your video was such a help! By the way, the faint texture on the barrels does keep them from being too slippery, and it’s wonderful to NOT struggle with lace and increases and decreases. ❤

[@NimbleNeedles]

For lace, these are unbeaten, imo!

[@anitaswart.]

Hi when I came to the UK from South Africa in 2005, I decided to knit again. So I started looking for knitting needles and with not enough research I bought Addi clicks. I soon found that I didn't like the metal or the points, but I thought I had to get used to them. I tried all the bamboo needles and found them to be rough. I tought myself to knit socks and by chance I read a comment about HiyaHiya 6 inch 2.5mm needles, bought some and have never looked back. I have lost count of how many sets I have because I have a few pairs of socks going. Yes they do bend a bit, but it doesn't bother me. I have been knitting socks for 10 years now and wouldn't change the needles. They have got sharpish points which suit my knitting, but I have not had any split points. After listening to your video, I went onto Google, to make sure of the fact that these needles are resin infused and that is why they are so smooth. As I am going back to South Africa, I think I should buy a another few sets of these needles, because I have become a sock knitter for relaxation. Thank you for your informative videos. Anita

[@NimbleNeedles]

glad you found something that works so well for you!

[@karenesplen6005]

Thanks for the great review, it was very thorough. HiyaHiya sharps are my favourite needle. I like the sharp, slick needle and swivel cords. I find the thin cords great for magic loop.

[@NimbleNeedles]

They sure are!

[@karenalbery2773]

Thank you Norman! I have almost*wink* no interest or need for more needles but your needle reviews are super informative and i watch them through with as much interest as my favorite tv series! I am super happy with the needle sets i have and all the informative videos you have made make me confident that i choose the best ones for my needs and knitting preferences.

[@maizoon4327]

My husband bought me a couple of sets (small needles sharp & larger steel) as a pressie & I love them

[@NimbleNeedles]

Oh..what a considerate husband you have. Lucky you!

[@maizoon4327]

@@NimbleNeedles thank you, he's the best ❤️

[@historical_lisa315]

I love my Hiya Hiyas. I have Chiaogoo and KnitPro as well. Each set has a best use case, and I use them all. I do not like the sharps, though, and the older steel tips are my favorite (more like Addis).

[@shortcake180]

I love my Hiyahiya interchangeable sharp needle set. They definitely have THE best cables. My last purchase (dpns) experience was awful though. The mail carrier never received the product from them and they refused to offer me a refund, so unfortunately, I had to dispute the charge. I bought them again through Woolstack instead.

[@nickiethesaint316]

Hiya hiya is great for cabling without a cable needle. Also, your hair looks great!

[@NimbleNeedles]

yeah that's why I love sharp tips so much...sharp tips and long tapers! (thank you

[@katieoprea2046]

I love that you look into the companies of these needle manufacturers!

[@KD9ZHF]

Those buttons are called "Chinese button knots." I enjoy all of your videos. You are my knitting hero.

[@NimbleNeedles]

Interesting . I mean, I knew them before but not that specific name. Thank you!

[@andreamiller6200]

I appreciate every one of your product reviews and feel I have ample information to make an informed decision.

[@NimbleNeedles]

Great! That's the plan!

[@hannahsideris4353]

Danke für diese suoer review! Ich werde mal welche probieren, denn ich mag spitze Nadeln. Deine Reviews schaue ich immer eher sofort an ! Deine tutorials, aus deinem unendlichem wunderbaren Tutorialschatz, helfen mir immer und immer wieder weiter. Und ich kann dafür nicht genug DANKE sagen :)

[@NimbleNeedles]

gerne. probier sie aus ich mag die spitzen nadeln für lace und so total gerne!

[@stacyhortner8105]

Very disappointing that no one from the corporate office ever answered your inquiries. I love my Hiya hiya sharps. They also make fantastic crochet hooks. I once ordered the hooks and almost every hook had chips in the heads. I returned to the seller-- not their fault the hooks were inferior quality. It was the company. Their cables are my favorite of all cables! Great review. Do you plan to review the SeeKnits bamboo? I know you don't prefer bamboo but I'd be so interested to hear your thoughts. Thank you so much!

[@NimbleNeedles]

Hmm..don't have that planned for the foreseeable future

[@christenagervais7303]

What an extremely comprehensive video! Thank you so much Norman for all of your hard work!

[@NimbleNeedles]

My pleasure 🙏 🧶

[@JustFluffyQuiltingYarnCrafts]

Thank you, Norman, for this very interesting review. ❤ I really appreciate the "detective" work that you put in trying to find out more about the company. The needles definitely are beautiful with many lovely characteristics. I would buy them based on your comprehensive review and praise for a good product.

[@NimbleNeedles]

I sort would enjoy the detective work if it was a bit more rewarding lol...to get zero response is like..well..a downer i guess :P

[@warronchavers2209]

Hi, Norman. Wow, so much to take in. Thanks for this through indepth conversation on hiyah-hiyah, that was awesome. I used hiyah-hiyah crochet hooks, and although they were similar to boye hooks, they were just a bit longer, which worked for my larger hands. Chia goo, is my favorite cable needle. But I will consider hiya-hiya. I do want to say thank you again for a unbiased opinion of these knitting needles. Thanks for what you do and stand for. See ya on the tube 🙂 🙏.

[@NimbleNeedles]

Aw..thank you 🥰 and yeah..hopefully see you again here on yt

[@twiggyvlogs6441]

Thanks, this review is super in depth and helpful 💚

[@NimbleNeedles]

glad you enjoyed it!

[@TungPham-wj1zg]

Hi Norman , i am your vietnamese big fan haha, I was watched u for a long time since I’m still beginner( 2-3 years ago) , thank for all u help ❤

[@NimbleNeedles]

Glad to hear I have viewers in Vietnam. I was in Nha Drang in March 😎

[@TungPham-wj1zg]

@@NimbleNeedles omg thank u for rep my cmt haha, have a nice trip to my country , yarn in vietnam is kinda good as well

[@barbaradecker8272]

Love your reviews Norman. I am always knitting socks on DPs. Because of your review on the Signature needles I purchased size one DPs. I can’t say enough about these needles. They have a very sharp point and a slight grip (like fine sandpaper) so they don’t slip easily out of the stitches. They are going out of business just when I discovered them. Thank you for a great review on these needles. My sock knitting is much more enjoyable.

[@NimbleNeedles]

Yeah, I love them so much. Just ordered a couple of spares because they are going out of business

[@MissP7197]

Such a thorough review, Norman. All of the points you raised are very important to me so this was super useful. Thank you. Amanda

[@bdarci]

Thank you Norman. I already own a 2 sets of Hiya Hiyas, regular and sock. If you think the regular needles are sharp, the sock needles are complete medieval tortures. I find the cords to be really problematic, and so will opt for my Chiaogoos for most projects. The exception is magic loop. The Chiaogoo cords are a bit too stiff for my liking in that instance only. After you mentioned the curious case of the flat part of the HH cords, I checked mine. They are uniformly round after the little teardrop at the end. More mystery. I think that you should be a knitting Sherlock.

[@NimbleNeedles]

Well, I suspect they changed manufactures during or post covid. But since I never was able to contact them, we shall never know 😓

[@nefraial]

Like you I appreciate transparency. When people in a business are proud to be entirely open about their methods of production and how things are managed I'm happy to support them.

[@NimbleNeedles]

Yeah, I do feel that we have been looking the other way for a long time. It's only recently we noticed that these things do matter.

[@janisstrohl5712]

I thought you were saying hello when you said Hiya hiya! They say hiya here in eastern Pennsylvania!! Thank you for another informative video review.

[@NimbleNeedles]

Ha! Well, I still don't know how to properly pronounce it as I never found any hint what it means. Hi-ya is very un-chinese

[@saras1458]

Thank you Norman! I am a new knitter and I have learned a lot from your videos. I have knitted hats, which I did on aluminum circular needles from a chain store. They were okay and a minimal investment for a beginner. Now that I know I enjoy knitting and have moved on to socks, I am trying move expensive needles. Thus far, hiyahiya are my favorite for socks with magic loop. Now that I have watched your review I am going to purchase the interchangeable set. Thank you 😊❤

[@NimbleNeedles]

Yeah, aluminum needles are great for beginners..later on they can be a bit slow if they are coated

[@CathyCollazo-x2n]

Thank You Norman, for your professional review.🥰

[@RettyBoop]

The sharps are my favorite needles.

[@NimbleNeedles]

Glad to hear you found something that works for you!

[@laurademse8819]

Thanks again, for a thorough product review, Norman.

[@NimbleNeedles]

My pleasure!

[@theastewart6721]

Hi Norman. Great review! These needles are my nemesis, lol. They are way too sharp for me and I’ve only used the regular tip, not the sharps! I had to order a 47 inch fixed circular for a project a few years ago so I thought, why not try out Hiya Hiya. Ouch!!! I know many people prefer them for lace knitting as well as other projects. We are all different. For me, I will stick to my Addi, Chow Goo, and Knitters Pride for lace as well as my other projects. Their customer service does not sound very good based on your experience. I’m glad you like them since you spent a lot of money and time doing this very thorough review. Well done. Very informative as always! Thanks again!😊

[@NimbleNeedles]

Yeah, they definitely are sharp 🙈🙈

[@bs3009]

Very useful présentation. Thanks.

[@alisongummery3767]

Thank you for this review. I enjoy my hiya hiya sharps, I am careful about the points, but if you keep your finger tips clear they are a joy. Like yourself I also appreciate the cables but again it’s also what you get used to, they don’t bother me and usually just working with them straightens them out. I like the case,light and flat, slips in any travel bag without extra bulk. Great review of a really useful set of needles. Thanks

[@NimbleNeedles]

Yeah, I think you just gotta get used to plastic cables. That's all

[@KlingonPrincess]

I have both sets, small and large and have ordered extra cables with lifeline holes. I almost exclusively use them over all others for flat knitting. I highly recommend 🌻🍄

[@NimbleNeedles]

glad to hear youf ound needles that work so well for you!

[@KlingonPrincess]

@@NimbleNeedles Oh! Small tip - I often cast on to bamboo needles and do a row or two before switching as the grippiness works well for the fiddly starting parts. Cheers! I don't use acrylic yarn so can't speak to that but for cotton, bamboo, and wool this works.

[@valeriebellecats8939]

Thank you for the work you put into your videos.

[@NimbleNeedles]

My pleasure!

[@soniadangelis5747]

Hi, the cables little slot at the end actually split open so you can place the end of your yarn, I never use it but I guess there handy.😊

[@NimbleNeedles]

they don't split open. sorry.

[@darlenefarmer5921]

Thank you, Norman! ❤

[@NimbleNeedles]

as always, my pleasure, darlene. Thank you for being such a loyal fan

[@Whistlewalk]

That was very interesting and thorough information. I have been trying to decide on a new needle set and your information is going a long way to helping me make up my mind. Thank you.

[@NimbleNeedles]

Glad it was helpful!

[@debieblue]

Thank you Norman for your honest review. With cash so tight, and needle prices ever going higher this is great info. I have always been an Addi Rocket user. However, along with rising insane prices (Addi being the most expensive), I have noticed the quality that once was, is no more. Of late, I cannot knit even 'one' pair of socks without the silver bronze finish on these Addi's wearing completely off, leaving the red brass underneath exposed, which makes the wool drag horribly along the needle. I now have 6 pairs of needles in this condition within just a 6 mo period. @ ave. ... $15.00 a pair, that is a loss of $90.00. So beware. We are not getting our moneys worth...anymore.

[@NimbleNeedles]

you could write Addi a note. I am very sure they would be interested to hear this. One thing they DID change was taking away the nickel from their bronze. Ofc some people are alergic to it, so it makes sense, but people put it in for a reason to begin with. maybe that might explain the change.

[@babayaga1973]

Nice review! i offered myself a small set of large (5.5 - 10 mm) , short and not sharp, stainless needles. i do love them very much, but shirt needles are perfect to work small circumferences like sleeves, they are not very convenient for bigger projects especially over 7mm, as the body is very short; i tried 1 pair of sharp needles, they are very VERY sharp endeed!! i never use them; i also bought 1 pair in bamboo, i usully don't like bamboo needles but i found out that for some yarns like brushed alpaca or silk mohair they go perfectly! in my st there was 4 cables, and only 1 connector! and i lost it, so i have to buy few more... its a pitty they don't give more of them like knitpro. i also miss some stoppers for the cables. one other thing, you can not use needles under 5.5mm with the same cables... it's a different set

[@Goldy4457]

Norman you should make your own needless 😊😊

[@NimbleNeedles]

haha...well..one day I should, shouldn't it? Guess there's a lot more to it than you'd imagine!

[@MariasCraftroom]

Hi Norman. Another great video! I love my Hiyahiyas. The mystery of the flat part of the cable is kind of an eyelet for carrying a lifeline. Just bend the cable a bit and you will see the split.

[@NimbleNeedles]

I think you mix addi cables with hiya hiya here. I can bend and flex the cable all i want..there is no eylet or split. Addi has those, yeah

[@ximenav.9086]

Excelente reseña, aunque tengo que usar traductor para entenderte😊, tengo un set hiya hiya y concuerdo con muchas de tus opiniones. Saludos

[@NimbleNeedles]

No problem, that's why I provide the subtitles 😎

[@louisej1905]

Thank you for a very interesting video.

[@ASAS-dn4ve]

I've heard that sock knitters love Hiya hiya 2.25 100 cm needles. Addi are less sharp therefore I like them very much for composite threads like Drops Air.

[@NimbleNeedles]

Yeah, they do offer the sharpest circulars.

[@nancycat2588]

Agreed that with the "sharp" Hiya Hiya there is way less "fishing" for stitch entry and this is super great. The limited cable lenghts is my concern. I like using 5" needles and I can use a Chiaogoo 9" or 12" cable with the 5" needles for hats until the end rounds of hat decreases. I'm afraid it may be a hassle if I have to use the magic loop method for the entire hat? Am I missing something?

[@NimbleNeedles]

there's no universal answer to this as it will depend on the size, but typically it should barely work with the 4" needles...5"...probably not.

[@hildaandrews8150]

Thank you for your honest reviews.I love the sharp tips but I’m still on the fence due to some of the things you mentioned. I’m also intrigued by the inspection labels and I think both of those signatures are “Jeanette”.

[@NimbleNeedles]

yeah, while editing i noticed it as well..weird how you perceive things differently when seeing it recorded. But by then it was so late and figured it didn't matter all that much to redo things.

[@belindaf8821]

I got my Hiya Hiyas a few years ago when I mangled my thumb. I thought the sharpness might make it a bit easier to knit without as much force. I absolutely love them, though I don’t really think they helped the thumb situation 😅 I had almost exclusively used Chiaogoo Twists and KnitPro Zings before that. I just gave away my Zings because I never use them anymore, since I vastly prefer the Hiya Hiya tips I wasn’t using the Zings anymore. I will say that I notice a DRASTIC difference in my gauge when I use HH needles, they make me knit far more loosely. I go down at least one needle size to accommodate that whenever I start a project with them. I love their sharp DPN’s for colourwork, but they are really, really sharp, so I’m very careful with them. I can speak from hard learned experience that a needle as blunt as a KnitPro Zing can puncture your body with ease - I got one embedded 10cm deep into my thigh a few years ago and had to go to hospital to get it safely removed. So the HH sharps would be able to hurt you with way less force, even if you just push your finger down too hard on the tip. I’m not a huge fan of the cables for either fixed or interchangeables. I find the yarn catches on it a bit, enough to annoy me with some yarns. The splittier the yarn, the more it annoys me. I can’t say that I like the bag either, but I like it more than I do the Chiaogoo one, from an aesthetic standpoint. I prefer the zip closure of the Chiaogoo case as well. I’d totally buy them again. If I could have the HH Sharps tips with the Chiaogoo cables, I’d be a very happy knitter.

[@teri960]

Hi Norman ~ you're my go to for tutorials and reviews. The best teacher out there in my opinion. I'm a relatively new knitter that wants to try knitting socks but my first attempt at using dpn's to knit a hat didn't go well. I'm not sure if I should try again or try the updated version called flex dpn or flexi-flips. I know you prefer dpn's but was wondering if you've done a review of them (can't find one) or would be interested at reviewing them for people who like knitting in the round and but not a big fan of the magic loop and scared of dpn's. Just throwing out a review idea. Love you!

[@NimbleNeedles]

hm...you are not the first to ask. Well...maybe I can put it on my list. I mean, i personalyl never knit with these needles so I would have to force myself into knititng some socks with them first before I judge...well..let's see :)

[@teri960]

@@NimbleNeedles From what I can tell from some old reviews, I think people who already use DPN's aren't big fans but people who don't use DPN's may like them. I'm torn on which I should invest in since the flexi ones are about $25+ for one set of 3. My thought is if there are only two working needles vs four, there's less chance of ladders. But I watched you last night and you make them look so easy - thinking maybe I should try again. 🙂

[@NimbleNeedles]

@@teri960 ah...that is a fallacy. The less needles the more ladders ;-)

[@lenaraullo5263]

Thank you Norman for an objective review. Could you also do a review on DPNs, Trio Needles vs Sock-wonder (2 needle tip for socks). I try to intensify my sock knitting and using a lot of your tips for DPNs. For starters, I use Bamboo from Chiagoo so I don’t drop the stitches, then move to Carbon for next rounds.❤

[@NimbleNeedles]

Thing is, I don't really use these trio needles. So I'm not sure ehat kind of insights I could give

[@cdbrandy]

I would love to see you review the new goldtip knitting needles!

[@NimbleNeedles]

New? Have they released anew product?

[@personlady2438]

Best review!!!

[@BeautifulOaks]

Good question about stainless steel content, especially nickel.

[@NimbleNeedles]

actually i am not so sure. IT will confuse a lot of people thinking that it matters. 99% of all stainless steel will contain nickel. Tis applies to anything in your kitchen..your car...or at your doctors/dentist. yet most people with a severe nickel allergy WON'T react to that. and I guess that's why some needle manufacturers are a bit shy about it because people might draw the wrong conclusions.

[@calicrafter2697]

Thanks!

[@NimbleNeedles]

oh wow.thank you for supporting my work

[@annabelle7123]

Great review, informative video as always! I know one indie yarn dyer in my country, Korea who just started distributing this brand so I could ask if she knows more about the company. I’m totally happy with my four needle sets but maybe i could get one individual interchangeable needle. You are totally right about a company with “sustainable approach” would try to market and promote what they do. You are certainly German to highlight that! Btw I have watched KnitPro (Knitter’s Pride) factory visit in India from a Korean knitting company, they were paying higher, making safe working environment and hiring more women, fyi!

[@NimbleNeedles]

I dunno. Maybe a reseller gets a representative that answers questions. One should think, tho, when such a high profile youtuber like myself sends them an email thatthey give this their full attention 🤷

[@NYKnitter]

Thank you for a great review . Adding : My experience was with a full set from 2.75 mm - 10 mm , I was a bit confused, it contained cable-ends (panda) and cable joining devices , but the set doesn't have large cables , so nothing to join. I do have the large to small adaptor , that allows me to make full use of the smaller cables with the larger half of needle sizes though. Side note , my blue cables do not have that flat area, only the green swivel ones.

[@karenesplen6005]

FYI - Hiya hiya do not come with a large cable. There is only one size of cable. The adapter is used to transition from the small cable end to the large needle end. The “pandas “ are stoppers for the end of the needle. I have the same set as you and it is my favourite needle by far. I prefer Hiya Hiya Sharps to Chiagoo because they are sharper needles, have a thinner cord and a swivel cord. Just my opinion.

[@NYKnitter]

@@karenesplen6005Okay, I can see how I might put the tube type lengths on a large needle and create 2 straight needles with panda stoppers. With the panda's having screws and needles as well , it would not work otherwise , need something to screw in as above. Still confusing is the large double screw ends in large size for combining two cables , you stating as I suspected , there are no large end cables. The small double screw ends make sense for the cables that come with it but not the large

[@karenesplen6005]

@@NYKnitter I received two items in my kit - needle extenders and needle adapters.I have the kit that goes from 2.75 - 10 mm. The extender simply makes your needle longer. However you need the adapter. The adapter is about 4 cm long. One end is large and screws into the large needle. The other end is a small screw end and screws into the cable. It sounds to me like you may have only the extender but not the adapter? If you google Hiya Hiya needle adapter you should be able to see a picture. I don’t know if KZbin will allow a picture to be posted but I will try

[@NimbleNeedles]

Probably a mistake during assembly? I dunno. Typically the sets should be all one size EXCEPT you buy one of the big deluxe set that do come with large and small needles.

[@NimbleNeedles]

hm...there ARE three cables sizes.

[@laurief.9638]

I’ve had Hiya Hiya interchangeables for numerous years, but last year bought a set of ChiaGoos. Why? Although I love the HH sharps, the plastic cables that curl (even after putting them into boiling water, they will be curling again the next day) finally pushed me to buy the ChiaGoos.

[@auroraborealis66]

Very, very detailed review - thanks for your work! I'm just wondering about the choice of needles because I'm planning a lace shawl.

[@NimbleNeedles]

Glad it was helpful!

[@auroraborealis66]

@@NimbleNeedles you are helpful always and everywhere, Norman! You should get an Oscar! Thank you again!

[@vivienneclarke2421]

As to the bend in the cable at the base of the needle...I always assumed it was to help hold a round shape when knitting in the round🤷‍♀️I have another set of needles with the base of the needle itself is bent instead of the cord. I really don't know for sure tho~!! I use the HiyaHiya needles a lot. My set is the stainless steel short(4 inch) sharps,and I think the sizes are 2.75 or 2.5mm up to 10mm. My biggest complaint is that it's almost IIMPOSSIBLE to read the needle size printed on the needle,I often give up and just guess or use process of elimination lol. I have an auto immune disease that has caused my eyesight to become very poor in a matter of just a few years😔My other complaint is that the cords need an adapter to screw into the larger needle sizes,meaning yep......a slight snag at the join depending on what kind of yarn I'm using. Id prefer a non swivel cable tho. I love the sharp tips~!! I have a tough time using other,less sharp needles now! And I love the sound they make,sometimes deliberately clacking or sliding them together. l find it very soothing. All in all,I love my HiyaHiya's and would choose them again if anything happened to this set. Thanks for this great and VERY thorough review~!! 🥢🧶💛

[@NimbleNeedles]

yeah..that needle size (as I mentioned in the video) is well... let's say Knitters Pride does a much better job with their mindful collection and some of these needle manufacturers forget that their target audience is closer to 60+ than 16+

[@Marielm1]

Might the flat part of the cable conceal a slit for a lifeline? My Addi lace set has such a little slit and it was very hard to feel or see but eventually I found it. In your video it looks like there is a tiny shadow line in that part of the cable that could possibly be a slit. Your videos are greatly appreciated.

[@NimbleNeedles]

No. There's no lifeline hidden in there

[@annabelle7123]

Now I’m curious about what you are knitting, I know you don’t do podcasts but if you could share from time to time casually, it’d be fun to watch!

[@NimbleNeedles]

I do a monthly podcast/vlog on my patreon account 😊

[@valeriemariedavigneau4367]

I baught a similar set of HiyaHiya needles a few years ago (long before the pandemic). I had to wait almost one month before the order was delivered. It was quite expensive. In addition, after a few weeks use, one of the needles went apart from the cable. The little "connector" attached to one side of the smallest cable broke. I had to fix it with some glue/adhesive tape. The result was not satisfactory. Now I am not using the set anymore, even with the other cables. I am afraid they might brake too.

[@NimbleNeedles]

Oh..how terrible. Maybe you could trade it?

[@avrilcleland6728]

Have to admit that I do prefer metal to wood or bamboo. My preferred needles are HiyaHiya Sharps and steel and Addi lace. I never tend to buy sets of needles.

[@NimbleNeedles]

yeah, I prefer metal as well...bamboo is sooooo slow :P

[@elaineheinen8582]

Maybe the flat part on the cable is to make it easier to hold onto when adding the needle tip

[@NimbleNeedles]

hm...i don't think so. it's a swivel cable so it will turn regardless

[@elaineheinen8582]

@@NimbleNeedles your right I hadn’t thought about that.

[@collenelollar2425]

How does it do with splity yarn? Do the sharps make it harder to deal with or easier?

[@NimbleNeedles]

I would say that kinda depends. Typically I would say, you should go for blunt tips with splity yarn - except it's a complicated pattern with difficult stitches

[@collenelollar2425]

@NimbleNeedles thank you 😊

[@SBVancouver]

The labels are really funny. I think I read checked by Jeanette. The funny thing is when you go shopping in Shanghai at the market a lot of the stalls have the female name Jenny and Jeanette is the French version. I wonder if that is just a coincidence. Sometimes you can tell by numbers what continent the person is from like how a European 1 looks like a North American 7. The Chinese 2 is very distinctive. The label on the the right looks closer to it but I think you’re right in assuming the kit is assembled in a separate location from the manufacture.

[@NimbleNeedles]

Yeah, could be..🤔 tho...the italics kinda throw me off

[@sujin012]

can you make a video about men's sweater patterns that you like?

[@NimbleNeedles]

hm...i never really knit "patterns". just my own ideas. 99% of all men's sweater patterns are just dull, if you ask me.

[@sujin012]

@@NimbleNeedles i agree and find it difficult to find a patterns for the men in my life that I actually want to knit!

[@vadec5909]

Thank you Norman for a very in depth review of these needles! I decided not to bother trying them. I dont think they are for me.

[@NimbleNeedles]

Well, i guess then the video served its purpose..or one of it 😊

[@BelkysMCabrera]

After watching your reviews I can’t decide between HiyaHiya or knitpro 😢

[@NimbleNeedles]

well...sharp or not so sharp tips? :P

[@keturahspencer]

I love the products of theirs that I have, but there website is absolutely terrible. It is much appreciated that you you check for nickel and put work into investigating the company as well as reviewing the product.

[@NimbleNeedles]

Yeah..the website is a bit..well old fashioned I guess? Or hmm...well..it's more a skeleton than the real.thing

[@djcampbell7199]

You are by far the best!!! I’d love a taat toe up sock kal one day 😊

[@NimbleNeedles]

Hmm..maybe I am working on a tutorial right now..just maybe 🤫

[@djcampbell7199]

@@NimbleNeedles I’m really struggling with how to begin gsr heel two at a time 🥹 I’m stuck

[@NimbleNeedles]

@@djcampbell7199 hm...my tutorial won't be out in a while. 6 week to be quite precise. Even tho it WILL include that information.

[@cindyfrye3026]

Hiya Hiya pouches are 100% better than Knitters Pride faux suade/leather. I bought a set of DPN laminated wood and also the same material of interchangeable needles. Both cases are thicker and have (for me) hard to open and close compartments. I love the needles, but I bought a reasonable case. That unfortunately increased the cost of the sets. Which were affordable on their own.

[@NimbleNeedles]

interesting. Well, true enough..KP doesn't really but a big focus on the cases. Then again, the needles are often a lot cheaper so I guess it kinda evens out.

[@dMi_mi]

💖

[@Danceswithfishes]

I loke them. Being steel they are fast, but not as slippery as KnitPro's chrome.

[@Mummumster]

I’m not fond of the interchangeable. I have used the fixed. Not my favorite. ❤

[@NimbleNeedles]

To each their own. Let celebrate the fact that we have all these options, right?

[@SandyDandyAdams]

🤔 maybe their needles contain lead....??

[@NimbleNeedles]

hm...i quite doubt that. I mean..maybe in the bronze..that could be, but lead bronze is soft and I don't think you would willingly use it in needle construction.

[@SandyDandyAdams]

@@NimbleNeedles one doesn't ever know

[@galeem713]

I hate them, too pointy. And if you do continental, it tears your skin.

[@NimbleNeedles]

Interesting..what do you mean with "tear your skin "?

[@gelfrog93]

I've had this happen too. It's like it's the skin splits along the ridges of my fingerprint. Very annoying but it happens less the more I use them.

[@deniseschaefer5436]

Way to expensive....

[@NimbleNeedles]

they certainly are not cheap, no.

[@Ann-u1e5r]

After listening to you for awhile, I see you are pissed at Chiagoos because they didn't reply to you. So, your reviews regarding Chiagoos products are kind of skewed.

[@NimbleNeedles]

Skewed? Because a company wouldn't answer valid questions from a consumer? Ofc that has me annoyed. There are tons of knitters with all sorts of allergies or hand pain. They rely on a company being honest and open about their products. Not that this video is about them.

[@eastlynburkholder3559]

I am laughing.

[@NimbleNeedles]

How so?

[@eastlynburkholder3559]

@@NimbleNeedles over the customer help person not knowing stainless steel has nickle in it. I was on a tight budget, bought long dpns, Asian sizing, said to be stainless steel. I would have bought hiya hiya if on a bigger budget. My gamble on mystery brand dpns paid off because i got needles i like.

[@kumuzema]

It sounds weird that there is somebody who doesn't answer your messages. It would be an honor for me. Write to me, I will answer)). Nice video as always.

[@NimbleNeedles]

Well, then i write ✍️ 😅

[@trishmason6672]

Thanks!

[@NimbleNeedles]

You are very welcome