If you don’t have time to block your knitting properly or you’re worried about the effects of moisture, it is possible to achieve the effects of blocking without water. We may earn money, free services or complementary products from the companies mentioned in this post. Most fibers are very pliable when wet, which means you can add an inch or two by stretching and pinning the fabric in place. Knitters and creatives of all skills will benefit from this mat as it allows them to achieve professional-looking knits, lacework, crotchet, and needlepoint.

We recommend spray blocking if you’re new to knitting or you’re not sure how a particular yarn will respond.If you knit socks often, you can also find adjustable sock blockers that allow you to block your socks in multiple sizes. This is the ‘It’ blocking mat kit for any crafter or designer looking to create unique and complex designs. More importantly, they are thick enough to hold your project in place yet soft enough to allow you to remove the pins without any hassle. It can make your work look a little bit better, but it won’t have anywhere near the effect of wet blocking. Beginners will find this blocking mat a joy to use, thanks to the blue grid lines which promote precise blocking.

Woolstack: KnitPro have informed us that, over the years, they have changed the sizes slightly and so older sets may not be compatible. If your pattern doesn’t contain blocking instructions or you’re using a different yarn, you’ll need to read your yarn label and choose a blocking technique yourself.The KnitIQ blocking mats come in a set that consists of 9 boards that you can easily arrange in different sizes and shapes, 100 smooth head t-pins, and a reusable storage bag. Here’s a roundup post of the best blocking mats to help you create a fine piece of art that won’t disappoint. The mats and the t-pins come in a convenient storage bag that has a handle making the kit easily portable. I have received money from the company that makes these mats and I was filmed for this video, but exciting developments lie ahead for this company, which I’ll mention at the end of this post. You may not reach the exact dimensions specified in your knitting pattern, and it will be significantly harder to create panels of exactly the same size for seaming.

To do this, simply thread the wire through the edges of your project and place pins on the inside to hold them in place. The Woolove blocking mats are the perfect option for creating professional-looking needlepoint work and crotchet. Next up, we have these guys, which come with a unique texture and a professional-looking gray color. In this guide, we’ll explain whether blocking is necessary, what tools you’ll need, and how to block your knitting using all four methods. However, if you don’t need to care for your table or under surface, then thickness shouldn’t be an issue.Additionally, the mats are water and heat resistant thus safe for drying, steaming, or wet blocking your projects. Blocking is a time consuming job and these essential tools for an knitter help the process go smoothly. I have a double set of children’s play mats, about 2 square metres if I put them all out (8 mats) They don’t have the so useful gridlines, though they are textured on one side so you can kinda follow a line.

I already have a set of these mats, thought I would invest in another so I could block more at one go, but,they were a different size. None of these blocking methods are complicated, and the results are definitely worth the time invested. T-pins are popular for blocking because they’re long and the shape makes them easy to place and remove. After a little kneading, let the piece say in the water for an hour or so to further relax the fibers.I can’t guarantee that all these gifts will be neatly washed and blocked by the big day… or even finished… But I mention blocking for a reason, because there’s something that I want to show you. KnitIQ’s foam mats are moisture and heat-resistant, so you’re not limited to any blocking technique. You’ll be impressed by the quality of the foam, particularly the self-healing feature that seals the needle poke holes over time.