High-class Stitch Markers

If you are a crocheter, you know that the knitters seem to always get the cool stuff. We hookers, being an inventive bunch, then have to adapt or rename to fit our needs. One thing that has always been a knot in my skein has been the lack of stitch markers that are suitable for crochet. I’m reminded of the time when my fiber buddy and I went to a local mega-craft store and I asked for stitch markers. “Oh yes, we have them right over here.” Yes, they did. Rows of every size and color of solid-ringed stitch markers that would make any knitter purl with joy. But there was no joy in Crochetville. “Do you have any for crochet?” I asked with as much puppy dogness I could muster. With a tone that revealed her amazement that crocheters actually had a need to count stitches, let alone the ability, she replied, “No.”

Now, plastic locking stitch markers are somewhat easy to find. After five stores I was finally able to find a package of turquoise and orange plastic locking stitch markers that would be suitable for everyday use or a 1950’s Jello party. But I wanted something for when company was coming over. I needed the “fine china” of stitch markers. Where did I find it? Oddly enough from my own website.

As you may know from previous posts I like to browse my own blog. I’m a sucker for browsing the companies that advertise on my site (which is probably why Google has banned me for life from their advertising program AdSense). Yesterday I found Art Fire advertising on my site; a buy/sell resource for handmade items. After a quick search, there they were. Stitch markers with the crocheter in mind. And not just one type, but four variations. And that was just from one seller, JedsJoy.

The order’s been placed for a set of Czech Glass stitch markers and payment has been sent. I can’t wait for my high-class crochet stitch markers. Now I just need company to come over. Maybe I need better looking hooks too.