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Knitting a Harry Potter Scarf and the needles are perfect. I will definitely buy some more sizes for other projects

I inherited a friend’s knitting supplies when she died and have been enjoying the ease of using her ChiaoGoo interchangeable Twist circular needles.

When looking over the options on smartisans.com, I noticed the quad needles. I had heard those can have a nice ergonomic effect so I ordered one pair.

I have been quite pleased at how comfortably the squared off needles fit my hands. I have less sense of the work twisting around these needles, made easier I think by the swivel attachments (separate purchase) between the needle tips and cable. The stitches seem to stay put better, too, less slipping unexpectedly toward the ends of the needles. I really like the thinness and graduation from the tips to the full size of the needle, which makes capturing individual stitches seem effortless. This is especially nice because I’m working with a non-plied wool.

The silver finish on the needles is easy to see with many different colors of yarn (I am using the Quads with a wildly veriegated wool). Unlike with the round ChiaoGoo needles, because the quad sides are flat, it is quite easy to see the laser-printed information about needle size on the Quads. This is good because the square quads won’t fit into a needle size gauge with round holes.

I had a wild thought of maybe even buying a full graduated set because I like them so much, but they are kind of pricey, so sanity suggests just buying different sizes as needed.

I give them a five star rating, but not everybody’s hands are the same, of course.

Finally upped my knitting game to a set of Chiaogoo interchangable needles. So glad I went with Smartisans, as they are an authorized dealer so you get the warranty as well as excellent customer service from a small business. Shipping was quick and the needle set is everything I hoped for. Have already cast on a swatch for my next project. -The Chiaogoos are much smoother than my previous needles which is great for sticky wool yarn - my wrists are already thanking me.

I love ordering from Smartisans, it is quick with accuracy. I have bought the Chiagoo small blue pouch for the shorty’s set. I have extra needle tips and new cables and I needed to keep them all together.

I will continue to order from this site many more times due to the service.

I am so pleased with this set. They are truly a pleasure to work with.

I was struggling to do stranded colorwork on sleeves until I got this circular needle. It's the perfect tool for the job. Smartisans shipped it quickly as usual. I'm enjoying finishing up my project, and glad I bought some of the 9" needles for socks.

I put a button magnet in the bottom so everything stays in well. Nice to have it all in one small spot

Upgraded from bamboo to metal. I absolutely loved my bamboo Chiaogoo set as a beginner knitter so upgrading to red lace twist metal was a no brainer. And thrilled I got the best price anywhere with Smartisans. Happy with my first purchase with them. Will definitely order from here again.

I’m making a sweater with 50/50 cotton and linen fingering weight yarn. The yarn doesn’t stretch. Wooden needles were not slippery enough and my metal needles were too slippery. ChiaoGoo Forte stainless steel and carbon fiber needles recommended by a friend are perfect.

Very happy with my quilt as I go pattern. I think I’ve ordered like 7. lol Fast shipping too.

I really love my ChiaoGoo bamboo needles! I bought five sizes, from 3.5 mm to 5.0 mm, for knitting with mohair. However, I use them with other yarns too. I’m very happy with my purchase and highly recommend them to other knitters!

I have purchased and used Chicago interchangeable and fixed circular needles since 2020 and they are the best. I own 3 sets of the interchangeable needles 5”, 4” and the shorty set. They are sturdy with smooth tips and smooth cable connections to glide through my yarn. I appreciate ordering from Smartisans as the offer fast, efficient and reliable service. I will continue to order from them in the future!

A friend recommended ChiaoGoo needles! I have a lot of circular needles. I never have the ones I needed and was forever buying yet another circular needle. So I splurged and got the smaller set of interchangeable needles. So sorry that I didn’t get the whole set! These needles are wonderful! I feel so fancy with the beautiful case but honestly they have pointed tips to die for! I recommend anybody who wants them to get the complete set! You can get a great buy here at Smartians! Best wishes from a new needle snob!

I adore my 5” interchangeable set and now I have a 4” set as well - hooray! I was needing both sizes to accommodate all my Works In Progress! I love knitting with ChiaoGoo Lace needles with their wonderful cables, pointed, stainless tips and seamless cable-to-tip connections.

Exactly what I needed for knitting sweater sleeves. I like the small cables and needles, makes knitting sleeves more enjoyable than magic loop.

I purchased thru Smartisans because I know they are an authorized retailer for Chiagoo, so it's authentic!