Warm and lightweight
Bamboo avoids the cool touch of metal and remains comfortable during longer knitting sessions.
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Why choose Prym bamboo
Current size range
A useful everyday length
Garment pieces
Scarves and shawls
Baby blankets
Roomier rounds
Quick diameter guide
Product details
Care tips
Helpful answers
Ready for your next project
Prym 1530 bamboo circular needles
The versatile 60cm length for garments, scarves and everyday knitting
Prym 1530 fixed circular needles combine warm, smooth bamboo tips with a flexible cord and an exceptionally smooth transition. The practical 60cm overall length gives stitches more room than a short circular while staying compact and comfortable for many garment and accessory projects.
- Warm bamboo tips feel light and comfortable in the hands.
- Gentle yarn control helps keep slippery stitches manageable.
- Smooth tip-to-cord transition lets stitches travel with less interruption.
- Six current size options from 3.00mm through to 5.50mm.
60cm
complete tip-to-tip length
6 sizes
current Direct Sewing options
3 to 5.5mm
fine through medium gauges
Fixed circular
one complete needle per variant
Comfort, control and an easy stitch path
These are approachable needles for newer knitters and dependable everyday tools for experienced makers. Bamboo provides a calmer feel than very slick metal, while the smooth join helps the work move around the needle.
Balanced stitch control
The even bamboo surface allows movement while offering useful grip for smooth or slippery yarns.
Smooth transition
Prym shapes the connection from the bamboo shaft to the flexible cord to help stitches pass cleanly.
Made for real knitting time
A natural feel for relaxed, steady progress
The combination of smooth bamboo, flexible cord and supported project weight makes these a welcoming choice for regular garment and accessory knitting.
60cm
measured from one needle tip to the other
Choose the right length
60cm means the whole circular needle, not the cord alone
This length offers a useful middle ground. It can hold more stitches than a compact 40cm circular, yet it is less cumbersome than an 80cm needle for moderate-width knitting.
- For flat knitting: useful for scarves, shawls, garment pieces, baby blankets and wider panels.
- For knitting in the round: the project circumference must sit comfortably around a 60cm needle.
- For smaller tubes: choose a shorter circular, double-pointed needles or the method specified by your pattern.
Choose the diameter your pattern specifies
Each option below is one complete fixed circular needle with a 60cm overall length. Use your pattern and a tension swatch to select the most suitable diameter.
3.00mm
Prym article 222514
60cm fixed circular needle
3.50mm
Prym article 222515
60cm fixed circular needle
4.00mm
Prym article 222516
60cm fixed circular needle
4.50mm
Prym article 222517
60cm fixed circular needle
5.00mm
Prym article 222518
60cm fixed circular needle
5.50mm
Prym article 222519
60cm fixed circular needle
The connection matters
Designed to keep stitches moving
Circular needles are most enjoyable when stitches can pass from the bamboo shaft to the cord without a troublesome ledge. Prym highlights the extremely smooth transition on the 1530 range, supporting a steady knitting rhythm.
The flexible black cord carries the weight of the work between the hands, which can feel more comfortable than holding a wide project on straight needles.
Projects that can suit a 60cm circular needle
Carry a useful number of stitches for fronts, backs, yokes and other flat sections.
Keep growing rows supported on the cord instead of crowded onto a straight needle.
A practical option for moderate-width flat knitting when the stitch count fits comfortably.
Suitable when the project's knitted circumference is comfortably compatible with 60cm.
Pattern first: needle length and diameter perform different jobs.
Match the diameter to your pattern and tension, then choose a circular length
that comfortably holds your stitch count or project circumference.
Let the pattern and your tension swatch decide
3.00 to 3.50mm
Often selected for finer yarns and denser fabrics when the pattern calls for them.
4.00 to 4.50mm
Versatile middle sizes used across many common garment and accessory patterns.
5.00 to 5.50mm
Useful for loftier yarns and more open fabrics when needed to achieve the stated tension.
Specifications
| Brand | Prym |
|---|---|
| Range | Prym 1530 |
| Needle type | Fixed circular knitting needle |
| Overall length | 60cm from tip to tip, including both tips and the cord |
| Current diameter options | 3.00mm, 3.50mm, 4.00mm, 4.50mm, 5.00mm and 5.50mm |
| Tip material | Bamboo |
| Cord | Flexible black cord with smooth shaft transition |
| Pack contents | One complete 60cm fixed circular needle in the selected diameter |
| Packaging | Plastic-free manufacturer packaging |
Keep your bamboo needles knitting smoothly
Store gently
Keep the needle relaxed or loosely coiled and avoid sharp bends, crushing and heavy objects.
Keep dry
Wipe with a soft dry cloth when needed. Do not soak the bamboo tips or use harsh cleaners.
Check your project fit
Do not force too few stitches around the 60cm length. Choose a more suitable needle or method.
Prym 60cm bamboo circular needle FAQs
Is the cord itself 60cm long?
No. The 60cm measurement is the complete circular needle length from one tip to the other, including both bamboo tips and the cord.
Can I knit flat on a circular needle?
Yes. Work back and forth as you would with straight needles. The cord supports the growing fabric and can make wider projects easier to hold.
Can I knit hats or sleeves on this length?
Only when the project circumference and method are compatible with a 60cm fixed circular. Many hats, sleeves and other small tubes need a shorter circular, double-pointed needles or another technique recommended by the pattern.
Is this an interchangeable needle?
No. Each size is a complete fixed circular needle. The bamboo tips and cord are permanently joined.
Which size should I choose?
Start with the diameter stated in your pattern, then knit and measure a tension swatch. Change diameter if necessary to obtain the required tension.
Would the 40cm version suit my project better?
The 40cm Prym 1530 is the more compact option for compatible necklines, sleeves and accessories. View the Prym 40cm bamboo circular needles.
Choose your pattern size and enjoy the warmth of bamboo
Select the diameter needed for your tension and add a versatile 60cm Prym circular needle to your knitting kit.
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