KnitPro Red Waves 20 cm Double-Pointed Needle Set

The KnitPro Red Waves 20 cm Double-Pointed Needle Set includes six complete sets for working with the classic “set of five” system: in total, there are 6 sets of 5 needles measuring 20 cm. The sizes included are 2.50, 3.00, 3.50, 4.00, 4.50 and 5.00 mm, covering a very common range for small-circumference projects worked in the round.

In addition, the set comes in a zip-up textile case designed to separate and protect each set. In practice, this is no small detail: it helps you keep each size in its place and avoids mixing needles up when you switch between projects, or when you leave your knitting on hold and pick it up again days later.

KnitPro Red Waves 20 cm double-pointed needles are mainly used for knitting in the round when the diameter is small: socks, gloves, mittens and sleeves are the most typical examples. They’re also useful for hats, especially when you’re working crown decreases or when you don’t fancy using magic loop or very short cables.

The advantage of this format is that you can distribute stitches and keep an even tension without relying on a cable. If you like trying different techniques or patterns, having a range of sizes lets you match the tool to the result: finer for denser fabrics and thicker when you want more body or speed—always within the set’s range.

A clear advantage of aluminium sock needles is how lightweight and smooth they are: yarn tends to glide easily, which you really notice when you’re working lots of rounds in a row (for example, on a sock leg or a cuff). With this set in particular, the smooth surface and tapered tips are designed to help stitches move along without snagging.

That said, “better” depends on your style. If you tend to knit tightly, aluminium can feel like everything moves too quickly at first; in that case, it’s worth adjusting your tension or choosing a fibre that isn’t overly slippery. If, on the other hand, you find wood slows you down, this type of set often feels more agile and consistent.

With a 20 cm double-pointed needle set, the main trick is how you distribute the stitches across the needles: try not to have the joins always falling in the same place (for example, shift the start of the round from time to time). That way you avoid the “ladder” repeating in a visible vertical line, especially in smooth stocking stitch.

It also helps to check your tension on the two stitches closest to the needle change: don’t pull too tight, but do make sure there isn’t any slack. If you’re using a very elastic fibre, that slack shows more; if you’re using a fibre with less memory, you might end up with a tiny hole. Small adjustments, but they make a big difference to the final finish on socks, gloves and sleeves.

If you’re learning, a single size can work—but a set like the KnitPro Red Waves 20 cm Double-Pointed Needle Set gives you flexibility so you don’t get stuck because of the pattern. With socks, it’s common to see different recommendations depending on the yarn, your gauge, or the heel and toe style. Having several sizes means you can adjust without “forcing” your tension to match the pattern.

Also, when you’re starting out it’s normal to try different yarns and see what feels best: some work better with a firmer fabric, others with a looser stitch. A set covering 2.50–5.00 mm lets you experiment without having to buy individual needles each time, and it gives you a very useful base for other small projects.

If you’re looking to buy the KnitPro Red Waves 20 cm Double-Pointed Needle Set online, it’s best to choose a specialist knitting and crochet shop. That way, you have the reassurance of buying the original set, with its case and the full contents (sizes and number of needles per set). With technical tools, buying from a shop that can answer real questions before you purchase helps you avoid common sizing or usage mistakes.

At Garmon Yarns, this kind of set is especially handy if you’re putting together your “tool kit” for knitting in the round: you can pair it with sock yarns, stitch markers and other organising accessories. If you have any questions about which size to use for your project, it’s much easier to get it right when you’re buying from a place that works with this kind of equipment every day.