Inspiration & Other Info About The Notion Keeper Knitting Pattern
The inspiration behind designing this small knit notion keeper comes from a desire to create something both functional and charming—a practical accessory that brings a bit of joy to any crafter’s workspace. While traditional pincushions are useful, this design takes the concept a step further by reimagining it as a multi-purpose notion keeper. It’s round and compact, much like a pincushion, but with differences that make it more versatile and modern.
The rounded shape was chosen for its approachable and tactile appeal—it’s easy to hold, pleasing to look at, and naturally lends itself to organizing small tools like pins, needles, or stitch markers. The softness of knitting adds warmth and character, making it feel more personal than a store-bought organizer. The practical functionality was paired with an aesthetic goal: to make something irresistibly cute that doubles as a cheerful addition to your crafting setup.
This design was inspired by the beauty of handmade items that are both decorative and useful. The small size makes it quick to knit, but the creative details keep it engaging. It’s a celebration of the little things that make crafting more enjoyable, blending practicality with the charm of something handmade, whimsical, and entirely unique.
Why Knit The Notion Keeper? Why You'll Love It.
You’ll love knitting this small notion keeper because it’s the perfect blend of practicality, creativity, and fun! This easy knitting pattern gives you the chance to make a delightful pincushion-like organizer that’s as useful as it is charming—perfect for holding your crafting essentials like pins, needles, or small tools.
The design incorporates a few detailed techniques, which add interest and make the project engaging without being overwhelming. These elements allow you to practice or refine your skills while working on a small, manageable piece. At the same time, the easy stockinette stitches provide moments of relaxation, giving you the meditative satisfaction of simple, rhythmic knitting.
The small size of the notion keeper means it’s a quick knit that offers almost instant gratification, making it an ideal project for filling a weekend or even an evening. Plus, it’s an incredibly practical accessory that all crafters will appreciate—you’ll love how this tiny organizer keeps your tools neat and within reach, adding charm and functionality to your crafting space.
This project isn’t just a joy to knit—it’s also a thoughtful and customizable gift for fellow makers. You’ll love the combination of creativity, usefulness, and the satisfaction of completing a delightful little accessory!
Skill Level & Required Materials For The Notion Keeper Knitting Pattern
You knit The Notion Keeper, you will need approximately 30 yds of Medium/Worsted-Weight (Category 4) and US 7 double-pointed knitting needles. This is categorized as an advanced-beginner knitting pattern, so it's quick and fun but also includes a few trickier elements.
Like all Darling Jadore patterns, video tutorials accompany this pattern - so if you ever get stuck, you can refer to them. You can read all about the Darling Jadore Skill Level Classifications here.
Accessing The Notion Keeper Knitting Pattern (And All Darling Jadore Patterns): Retrieval, Downloading, Etc
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Reselling From Knitting Patterns: Can I Sell My Finished Notion Keeper?
Yes, absolutely! All finished items made from Darling Jadore patterns may be sold, so long as clear credit has been given to Darling Jadore on your website, Etsy shop, social media account, or wherever else you decide to sell it. We love when customers tell us they buy Darling Jadore patterns for "market prep", meaning that they will make a lot of the items in bulk and eventually sell them in fall and winter markets and festivals, or in their Etsy shop, etc. We love seeing your finished items, but kindly ask that you give pattern and design credit to Darling Jadore. If you're interested in stocking up your Etsy shop or doing market prep, you might want to check out these fan-favorite patterns that we often see sold at craft shows or in our customers' Etsy shops: The Hickory Beanie, The Beginner Socks, The Classic Scrunchie The Kobuk Tea Towel, The Sinensis Tote.
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