Stitch Markers

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    Learn More About Stitch Markers

    Knitting and crochet stitch markers are nifty little tools used to mark important places within a project pattern. They’re a simple way to indicate where to stop and start different patterns and where to increase or decrease stitches, eliminating the need to constantly count. Stitch markers are confidence-boosting tools for beginner knitters, helping them track their work and practice uniformity and spacing.

    Knitting stitch markers come in several types and materials to blend seamlessly with your knitting style. You’ll easily find the right stitch markers for your projects in the shops on Etsy. Choose from these two standard designs:


    • Ring: Ring stitch markers attach to your needles to mark a point between one stitch and the next. When you come to the stitch marker, you work the stitch before, slip it from the left-hand to the right-hand needle, and then work to the stitch marker again. Many ring stitch markers are circular, but some come in geometric shapes or cute designs such as kittens and flowers. These markers stay in place until you cast off.
    • Locking: Locking stitch markers work similarly to safety pins, with an opening that latches around a specific point in your yarn. They mark a specific stitch or a single point in your knitted fabric. Locking stitch markers can be used in place of ring markers, but not vice versa. They work well to mark the decrease point on a hat, increase points on a sweater, or points when you’re switching knitting patterns.

    How you use particular stitch markers depends on your project and the marker’s design. Here are a few of the most popular applications for stitch markers:


    • Knitting in the round: Stitch markers help you keep track of your starting point. This helps you stitch a uniform, smooth circle.
    • Flat knitting: For flat knitting projects, stitch markers point out the end of your row and where to add edging. The result is a uniform width and straight sides.
    • Pattern changes: Stitch markers help you keep track of a complex project‘s pattern changes without the complication of counting.
    • Crochet: Similar to stitch markers for knitting, stitch markers for crocheting help you keep track of your pattern and maintain uniform knots throughout a project. Stitch markers for crochet sit on your crochet hook or within your project like knitting stitch markers and are usually interchangeable.


    Stitch markers help you enjoy creating knitted and crocheted pieces of high quality. Hobbyists, professionals, and beginners alike benefit from the guidance of these magical little rings. Browse shops on Etsy for a set of stitch markers to bring your next project to life.