How do I knit with double pointed needles like a pro?

If you're looking at a set of four or 5 sticks and thinking how do I knit with double pointed needles , don't panic—it's actually way easier than it looks once you get the hold of the setup. They look like a medieval torture device or probably a very difficult game of Pick-Up Stays, but double pointed needles (or DPNs, once we usually call them) are the secret to knitting small circular items like socks, mittens, and the clothes of hats. ...

April 2, 2026 · 7 min · Azadian Adimarys