Signature needle arts review - are they worth it?

A full review of the signature needle arts needles with a close look at their interchangeable and double-pointed knitting needles.

This video reviews the probably most expensive commercially available knitting needles on the market: The Signature needle arts needles. In this video, I want to answer the question of whether hey are worth it or not? 65 USD for a set of dpns is a lot of money and hopefully, my review will help you understand if these needles are the right needles for you. I take a close look at the tips, the material being used, the knitting qualities, the joins/gaps, and of course the cables of the SNA needles.

0:00 Introduction
1:07 Important notes
4:14 Review of signature needle arts interchangeable knitting needles
20:57 Signature needle arts double-pointed knitting needles review
28:06 Final verdict - are they worth it?

[NimbleNeedles]

And feel free to comment any time if you have a question. No need to be shy! :)

[dorym]

This video is exactly why I enjoy and rely on your impartial reviews of equipment. Excellent review.

[GaminGawdess]

Norman, I absolutely love the way you critique. You state the pros and cons so factually and eloquently that you could actually help improve the way a corporation produces their needles… I just love it thank you so much!

[shdahlia]

The first time I learned knitting from my mother was in 1985, at that time in Indonesia it was not easy to get knitting needles, so she made double point knitting needles from bicycle spokes, aluminium, only one size, 2.3 mm.

[lijungchan]

I often made rarely use double points needles myself with different size of wooden dowels. Cut the desire length, sharpen them with pencil sharpener for the tips, sand them with fine grit of sandpaper, coat with bee wax and polish them until smoothly; it works well and save money.

[sparrowhwy]

I know this review was made some time ago, but I wanted to put in my two-cents worth. I have two sets of the DPN needles that I use whenever I make socks. I LOVE them. I paid US $55 and they have been worth every dollar. I have no reason to keep my old DPNs that have bent, splintered, etc. Thank you for this review.

[dhurd]

Love that you do these comparisons! It saves us time, money, and frustration, plus your videos are pleasant to watch. Thank you for doing this. I look forward to all your postings.

[siggylev]

Hello Norman. My husband is an engineer and appreciates the importance of quality tools. With his encouragement, I did purchase one set of double pointed 2.25mm needles. I absolutely love them. They are the best double pointed needles that I own. I like the feel and weight in my hands. I considered investing in their interchangeable needles but was turned off by the multiple cables required and the price. I purchased my dpn set about 8 years ago and paid $50 US dollars, at the time. I rarely use them, now because I almost always use magic loop. Thank you for the thorough review and all the time that you put into your videos.

[charlottehippen]

I love the way you present pros and cons of the various characteristics for the various types of knitter preferences when you do reviews. Thank you for this video!

[knitgirl.]

This was a perfect and fair review of these needles. I absolutely love these needles. I have 4 sets of the interchangeable circulars and 3 sets of dpns in the sizes I use most and I have collected these over the years. They are a luxury for sure. I suggest these whenever anyone asks for a gift suggestion for me. I store mine in another luxury- a thread and maple binder which makes a page designed especially for them. These are cost prohibitive for many people and definitely a splurge for me, but I knit everyday- so for me, they are worth the joy they bring to me. The only set that I dislike are the fixed sock circular that I have. You are spot on that the cord is average making this particular set not worth the money- but the rest of these needles are a dream. They do make a ‘swishy’ sound - but I love that sound and find it soothing rather than irritating.

[reganmartin]

Norman, this is an exceptional review! You hit all the marks, and then some! These companies should be asking you when they are in the prototype insights into what is important, annoying, easy, and to use your word, 'devine!', would really give them the perfect product! After watching all of your review videos, I invested in my ChiaGoo set and have loved them ever since! I so appreciate your honest reviews, and even though you are a well experienced knitter, you still take into consideration the needs of us more beginner knitters! Thank you so much!

[s.s]

I really appreciate your thoughts on these. I have one pair of their straight needles with a stiletto tip. I got them in my favorite dishcloth size. I absolutely love them. They have a nice weight and I love the stiletto tip. They got me through my holiday knitting. I have arthritis in my hands and usually don’t enjoy metal, but these are very comfortable. I am about to order a couple pairs of dpns in my favorite sock sizes. Yes, they are pricey. But you will have them forever. Also, I’ve had to replace several sets of bamboo due to the tips getting very blunt. Other aluminum has bent. That being said, I have a sock set in Knitters Pride Zings and love them them too.

[katherinefischer]

Excellent debunking of the Signature Needles myth. I appreciate how you consider so many different facets, Norman.

[carlytasmith]

Signature Needle Arts is my favorite needle company. Buying needles from them is a treat for myself. Nothing like knitting with these needles. They are worth the price if they are in your price range. I like knitting with them because of the colors too. The sock needle set is on my wish list. Knit Pick needles are my favorite needles too; with reasonable prices.

[laurayoungmark]

The Signature DPNs are very nice for sock knitting. The stiletto tips and the slip-grip textured shafts are very comfortable for knitting with thin yarns, especially if you have previous carpal tunnel or muscle strain problems. I was lucky enough to be gifted a set of my favorite socks size for Christmas a few years ago and they're my favorites for socks.

[rachelmitchell]

This was just great. I hadn’t heard of these needles before and found the breakdown fascinating. Thanks for taking the time, Norman! 💚🧶🤓

[curlaque]

Norman you are the best knitting channel on you tube! Your knowledgable reviews are my “go-to” reviews!
Thank you for always being there for the information I need and I know it is totally unbiased .
I even often watch your videos more than once!
Thanks for another great review!!

[lynnbean]

Thank you for an excellent review Norman. I came across these needles a few weeks back but decided to wait for your review before buying any. I'm glad I did. I may buy one pair as you suggest but am not rushing.

This is a perfect example of why knowing you're not being sponsored is important. If you'd received all the needles as a gift, could we (the viewers) have been so confident that the review was objective.

Love your work - keep it up and best wishes to you.

[cherylhaupt]

Thank you, Norman, for such a thorough and unbiased review! I succumbed to the allure of these pricey needles, and ordered one of the convertible 4” circulars. Although it “is” nice, I have to agree with your final assessment. And for a short time, I was really having “buyer’s remorse” because it seemed like my stitches were catching at the needle join area. (It seems that the needle was coming unscrewed from the cable—-operator error! ) I appreciate your analysis of the stiletto vs midi tips, especially comments about “if you’re a tight knitter”, etc. I’ve been considering ordering a set of the Signature DPNS for socks, and your review was very helpful for narrowing down which of the many options to pick from. It also helps just to see the various lengths of DPNs as you are holding them in your hands, this is a clearer way for me to discern which length I want.
All in all, an “A+” review!

[fnaf]

I’m so glad you reviewed these needles! I appreciate you thoroughness and honesty. Thank you!