Thanks to its high-grade, heat-resistant material, this mat allows you to steam in peace without any worries about your project getting ruined. If you’re looking for a unique design with the highest level of versatility, look no further than the KnitIQ Blocking Mats for Knitting. KnitIQ’s foam mats are moisture and heat-resistant, so you’re not limited to any blocking technique. But, with the grid lines on this mat, you don’t need a tape measure as you can use the grids to make these measurements.

When steaming or wet blocking, you add water to make the yarn or thread lines stay accurately straight. We recommend spray blocking if you’re new to knitting or you’re not sure how a particular yarn will respond. Misting is a good option for blocking, but if the fabric doesn’t come out as desired after misting, you can opt for immersion. Woolstack: KnitPro have informed us that, over the years, they have changed the sizes slightly and so older sets may not be compatible.For those who want to start working immediately after getting the board, this product makes a great selection. If you want to try blocking your knits on a budget, skip to our section on blocking without a board, mat, or pins. The Red Suricata Knit Blocking Bundle is a great combo set, perfect for beginners starting to block. What I like about these tools is that they are sufficiently soft to allow the pins to pierce in without a struggle.

Better yet, choose a model that can be rearranged for large projects like the Red Suricata Knit Blocking Bundle. If you’re blocking your first project, you can purchase a blocking starter kit that contains all of the tools you’ll need to get started. The blocking process flattens and finalizes the shape of each panel, which makes stitching them together easier. Author: Jodie Morgan is a passionate knitter and blogger with 40+ years of experience currently living in Chiang Mai, Thailand.The mats have clear grid markings that enable you to align the sides of your project neatly and accurately. The ease of changing configurations and the grid lines also make it easy to adjust and block almost any project. They’re a useful alternative to old towels, spare sheets, or whatever fabric you find in the back of your laundry cupboard!