KnitIQ Pack of 9 Blocking Mats for Knitting and Crocheting - Extra Thick Blocking Boards for Crochet Projects - Block Mats for Knitting with Circular Gridlines, 150 T-Pins, and Storage Bag

Years ago I had the KnitPicks brand blocking mats and have moved several times since then and have lost that set. I ordered these hoping they would be a decent replacement. These are amazing! I love the grid pattern, it really helps me keep my blankets and order projects 'square' and to the correct sizes. The KnitPicks ones I had from years ago didn't have that. Also, these were much thicker and felt sturdier. I loved my KnitPicks ones I had years ago but these ones are giving them a run for their money - at least from me! I love them so much that I actually ordered a second set so I have plenty for my larger projects too!! I have read some reviews where people had issues with the blue coloring from the grid pattern bleeding onto their projects, but I haven't had that issue. I primarily do steam blocking. If I have any issues with this in the future I will update my review as necessary. Also - they come with a box of t-pins! I'm sure that's mentioned in the product description somewhere but it was a nice little surprise. Most of the other blocking mats require you to order those extra. I'm very satisfied with these and would definitely order these again and again if I need more!!

The blocks came in a nice carrier, the T-pins were high quality and rust proof, the mats were nice and thick and interlocked well. I did not notice any smell even though I was blocking a piece in a small closet (to keep my demon cats away). The grid on the mats was extremely helpful. 10 out of 10.

Excellent quality with quick delivery. Used it to block a needlepoint canvas, worked well.

I’m fairly new to the crocheting world, and I knew eventually I would run into the issue that I would have to block my work. I had finished 3 projects (a small bag for my crochet hooks, needles, scissors, and yarn, a blanket, and an afghan) that didn’t need to be blocked. And then I started doing granny squares and realized it wasn’t going to be as easy as the other things I had completed. I did not have any idea how I was going to block them because I did not have the right equipment, per se. Well I put my thinking cap on and did the best that I could do at the time. I improvised and it worked, sorta. Anyway, I started on another afghan and the yarn I used was not laying the same way my other projects did so I decided I was NOT going to go through what I went through the last time. So, the hunt was on! I looked at all the mats I could find and I kept coming back to these. I read the reviews and decided to give these a try, even though some reviews stated the lines didn’t line up. I am SO glad I bought these! The afghan I made is long, like most afghans, so I needed several sets of these. I bought 4 sets, I only needed 2 mats from the fourth set but hey, I would rather have too many than not enough. Each mat is approximately 12 x 12 and they fit together like a jigsaw puzzle. They come with 100 pins, I counted them, and the case has a handle for easy carrying. Storing them is a breeze! Now some people were saying the lines didn’t match up when they connected them. I ran into the same problem. But, each mat has 4 sides so I just turned the mat. By doing that, problem solved! My lines are now straight! If you are looking for mats for blocking your work, look no further! These mats are thick. They are sturdy. They are SO easy to use. And they do the job beautifully! Thanks guys for making a wonderful product. And if I need more, there is NO doubt in my mind I will buy more!

I have used these to block multiple crochet projects. The pieces fit well together, the bag keeps everything together including the pins (no searching for things) and you can choose how big you want it to be. Down side is that it is not self healing so you can still see the holes from previous uses, it has yet to cause an issue but could be the more I use it. I plan to get another set so I can block larger things like blankets and clothing.

I’m glad I got them. They are definitely a better solution for the blocking knitted items. Blocks are thick, lines on them do not run when wet and they are very helpful. The only one thing, to think about if someone wants to buy them, is the quantity of the sets. When I knit a sweater (jumper), I usually make back and front in the same time. I make sleeves the same way. It is guaranteed that I make increases and decreases in the same amount and in the same rows. So, I usually finish the both items together. But, I can block only one item per one set. That is a bit annoying, especially when it rains and humidity is high, drying time is longer for the items. So, I’m thinking of getting another set, but to pay another $35 is kind of pricey for me. Also, I read some reviews mentioning the odor of the mats. Well, when I opened my package for the first time, they definitely smell like rubber or something like that. But I think, it is expected due to the material they are made of. Since I prefer to do my blocking outside, I think odor disappeared and it didn’t transferred to my drying items. So, I’m happy about that. In conclusion, if someone wants to buy KnitIQ Blocking Mats, l can tell that it is definitely a good product. My advice is to think about following: 1) rubber odor. It will be there, but in my opinion it is not a dial breaker; 2) quantity of sets needed. Depending on what you need them for, think of how many sets you would want to buy.

Parfait, tapis bien épais, facile à emboîter. Les épingles fournies sont suffisantes, pour le moment pas besoin de peignes.

goed maar veel te duur!!!!!!

These are fabulous. They are very think so if you are working on a swatch, when yo stick pins in they don't go straight through into you r legs. Ouch. Also when they are put together, you can stand them vertically whic prevents cats nesting on your beautiful new jumper or shawl and it improves the air circulation and so reduces the drying time. Plenty of pins are supplied. I bought this second set as I found 1 set of 9 wasn't quite enough for an adult jumper, the ends of the sleeves had to be doubled back. You can't stagger the interlocking of the pieces to accomodate because of the way the corners are cut. I have 1 double sided set and one crochet set for the ease of dressing circular pieces. The second set came with blocking T pins. Plenty of them. too.

Great blocking mats. Love the grids

Set muy completo y bien pensado. Las alfombrillas son gruesas y firmes, los alfileres resistentes y el conjunto facilita enormemente el bloqueo de prendas y labores delicadas.