I tried these out on a whim and I enjoy them so much! I will be buying one of each size and length, eventually.. since it is pricey. These needles spoil me

(Posted on 5/29/13)

They are the best needles I purchased thus far. Excellent Price!!

(Posted on 3/7/13)

These needles are so smooth and amazing!! Will purchase again.

(Posted on 3/7/13)

After 20 years of doing other crafts I've picked up knitting again. Things have sure changed in the world of needles over that period of time. This past month I've experimented with 6 or 7 brands of circular needles - wood ones and metal ones. I'm loving circular needles and now realize that I'd be better off if I just by a connecting set. But which one - metal or wood and which brand? Wow. These needles are so silky smooth. And unlike some I've tried, the cord swivels. I'm definitely going to buy the connecting set....but a bummer as I just noticed they are now on back order. Apparently others have figured out how good these needles are.

(Posted on 12/21/12)

I have used Lantern Moon circular needles (and straight needles) for years and LOVE them. They are so much more expensive than the Bamboo ones you can buy inexpensively in Michaels with a coupon, but I have always considered them an investment. The LM needles are consistently smooth as silk and my knitting just glides on the needles. The finish is just lovely and they feel wonderful in my hands. The problem with these is that the size 13 and 15 I received from you are, unlike any of the LM circular needles I have gotten elsewhere like stubs- maybe 1 1/2 to 2 inches long. Even knitting a narrow scarf, if you want most of the work to remain on the needle, it is impossible. I am using bamboo/silk yarn and don't want any "catches' on the joint (I know the joints are excellent compared to any others I've used). But still the stitches hang up just a little, enough to slow me down and annoy me. The picture on your website did not show that the needles would be so short. I have tried and tried to get used to them and it is virtually impossible.So I've spent over $50 for two sets of needles- my "luxury" item which I cannot use. What a waste. I am very disappointed and I am hopeful that Paradise Fibers will take care of the situation. Otherwise I am one dissatisfied customer with an empty wallet.

(Posted on 11/14/12)

My first needles from Lantern Moon were a gift from my daughter. Yes, she knits. And I wasn't sure how I would like the new needles. I am used to knitting with bamboo needles and I love them. At least I thought I did. But they were a gift and so I tried them out using some linen yarn that was in my stash. Loved them. And the are so beautiful! The wood is smooth and the points are beautifully tapered.
So I just bought more in more sizes!
One problem I have with circular needles is the cable gets tangled when I knit a flat piece like a cardigan. With these needles I do not have that problem.

(Posted on 10/5/12)

They are smooth, have nicely tapered points that are perfect for working with short rows, and the cable doesn't tangle like other needles.
My daughter turned me on to this brand. she sent me three circular needles as a birthday gift. I wasn't sure I would like them because they are so different from the bamboo needles I usually knit with.
I have to admit, I am hooked.

(Posted on 10/5/12)

I have been a knitter for many years and have used a number of different brands over those years. Lantern Moon needles (and their other products) have been my favorites for the past ten years. I use the straight and circular wooden needles and they are absolutely delicious to work with. The rosewood and ebony wood are my favorites - the feel on my (now arthritic) fingers is smooth and a joy to feel and I just want to keep on knitting. I have met the owners of LM, Joel and Sharon Woodcock, and they are committed to sustaining the independence and dignity of the Vietnamese people who make these products. The quality of all their products is first class.

(Posted on 9/17/12)

I hesitated to spend the money for these, but my Mom got me some for my birthday and I am now addicted! I am going to gradually replace all of my circulars with the Lantern Moon Rosewoods. So very pleased with them:)

(Posted on 6/13/12)

These are a pleasure to work with! The wood feels great in your hands, and I absolutely LOVE the swivel on the join! I have had some slight catching at the join when using lace-weight yarns, but not for thicker yarns. I have not found any wooden circulars that can surpass these for quality!

(Posted on 4/26/12)