{"product_id":"chiaogoo-short-combo-interchangeable-circular-needles-us-1-2-25-mm-2-3-lace-tips-short-cables","title":"ChiaoGoo Short Combo Interchangeable Circular Needles US 1 (2.25 mm) — 2\" \u0026 3\" Lace Tips, Short Cables","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe ChiaoGoo TWIST Short Combo is a set of interchangeable 2\" and 3\" stainless-steel lace-tip circular needles (US 1 \/ 2.25 mm) and short cables built for knitting small circumferences like socks, mitts and hat crowns.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis compact kit supplies two 5 cm (2\") lace-tip needles and two 8 cm (3\") lace-tip needles, plus two short cables (13 cm and 15 cm) and two tightening keys so you can assemble circular needles in lengths from about 23 cm to 31 cm. The finely pointed steel tips and ultra-flexible, memory-free multiwire cable let you work small diameters and intricate stitch patterns with precise control and minimal cable twist.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow does the Short Combo make knitting socks and sleeves easier?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe short tips and compact cables shorten the overall needle length so fabric sits snugly on the cable, which reduces bunching and improves visibility of stitches. You can also combine different tip lengths to create asymmetric circulars that sit comfortably in tight spaces like heels or thumb gussets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo 5 cm and two 8 cm lace-tip needle tips in US 1 (2.25 mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eShort cables of 13 cm and 15 cm to form 23–31 cm circulars\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eOption to pair different tip lengths for ergonomic shaping\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSnug cable length keeps small items on the working circle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAre these needles suitable for lace, cables and fine stitchwork?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes — the sharp, lace-style stainless-steel points are designed to pick up and transfer small stitches cleanly, making them well-suited for lace, puff and cable patterns. The smooth metal surface helps yarn glide, which improves stitch definition across delicate or complex patterns.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003ePointed lace tips for precise stitch insertion\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eStainless-steel finish for consistent stitch glide\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eGood for tiny needles and multiple-stitch charts\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eUseful for textured stitches like bobbles and cables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat keeps the cable from twisting or kinking during use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TWIST cable is made from multiple steel wires covered in a flexible jacket that resists memory and keeps the tube flat while you knit. This construction reduces torque and prevents the common problem of cable twist that interrupts the flow of small-circumference knitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eMultiwire steel core for flexibility without memory\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eJacketed cable that lays flat and resists kinking\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eDesign supports smooth needle-to-cable transition\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eIdeal for frequent turning in small-diameter projects\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I attach and secure the needle tips?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach tip screws onto the cable end easily; the kit includes two tightening keys to secure the connection firmly. The keys allow quick adjustments so tips don’t loosen during knitting but can still be swapped when you need a different length or repair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eSimple screw-on system for tips and cables\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eTwo tightening keys included for reliable joints\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eQuick to change tips for asymmetric circular setups\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003eCompatible with other TWIST lace tips in the same size range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWho is this for? The ChiaoGoo TWIST Short Combo is aimed at knitters who work small circumferences — sock knitters, mitter-makers, hat crown shapers and anyone who prefers short circulars for sleeves or fiddly stitchwork. It suits intermediate to advanced knitters who want durable steel tips, crisp stitch definition, and a kink-resistant cable for uninterrupted knitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"product-faq-snippet\"\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Can I mix the 2\" and 3\" tips to make different circular lengths?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Yes. The kit lets you pair 5 cm and 8 cm tips with the short cables to create circulars between roughly 23 and 31 cm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"faq-item\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-q\"\u003eQ: Will the cable kink when I knit small circumference projects?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"faq-a\"\u003eA: Unlikely. The multiwire, memory-free cable is designed to remain flexible and resist kinking and twisting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"ChiaoGoo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55294348853585,"sku":"B07DPTRTP9","price":43.55,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1086\/5567\/3681\/files\/chiaogoo-twist-short-combo-front-packaging_c736f05c-d17e-42dd-9c7b-78c1c15eb77a.jpg?v=1791928538","url":"https:\/\/craftiche.co.uk\/products\/chiaogoo-short-combo-interchangeable-circular-needles-us-1-2-25-mm-2-3-lace-tips-short-cables","provider":"Craftiche","version":"1.0","type":"link"}