Which Stitch Markers Are Best

When I first took up crochet I didn't have any stitch markers, I didn't even know stitch markers existed. It wasn't long before I knew about them and I learnt the value of using stitch markers, aka stitch savers. That first frustrating experience of when a project accidentally unravels because there's nothing holding onto the stitch to stop it coming undone or your crochet circle grows in ways it isn't supposed to and the worth of this tiny tool became obvious very quickly. But there are so many styles of stitch marker to choose from, locking, circle, coil-less, plastic, safety pins, thread, 3D printed... does it really make a difference which one you use? Is it just how pretty they are? I walk you through a dozen different stitch markers from items you have lying around your home to the fancy artisan styles. I share with you what features to look for and those that don't really hold up to the task.
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  1. Sherry M19 July 2015 at 16:36

    Wow what fab shots Stella. The black cockatoos are so beautiful Their feathers look so clear and the red is a wonder to behold.

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    1. Purfylle27 July 2015 at 16:10

      They were ever so obliging to hang out on the lower branches on our side of the fence. I would have to be very lucky indeed to get better shots then this, but I will keep trying.

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  2. Unknown19 July 2015 at 17:06

    What a beautiful bird, great captures

    Thank you for linking up

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  3. Unknown19 July 2015 at 18:11

    Wow lovely captures! Must have been amazing to watch them

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    1. Purfylle27 July 2015 at 16:11

      It's mesmerising watching them. I always try to stop what I am doing and go and watch them if I can.

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  4. Unknown19 July 2015 at 18:22

    Oh this is wonderful-I love the shot of him holding the berry on the branch, he almost looks as if he’s smiling triumphantly! Great shots

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    1. Purfylle27 July 2015 at 16:17

      I'd swear they can smile! They are very cheeky too. That one with the berry is the female you can tell from the bands in her tail the male is the other one with the plain red tail.

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  5. Coombe Mill - Fiona19 July 2015 at 19:34

    You have caught some real performers there!

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  6. NCSue19 July 2015 at 20:33

    Marvelous captures!
    Pop on over to http://image-in-ing.blogspot.com/2015/07/get-peek-at-those-cute-little-feet.html to share - would love to have you visit!

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    1. Purfylle7 September 2015 at 14:43

      I've been on a bit of a break but I'm trying to get back into the party swing. I'll do my best to make it over this week!

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  7. Gina's Craft Corner19 July 2015 at 20:46

    I cannot believe you have such beautiful birds nearby! Great shots!!

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  8. Kim Carberry19 July 2015 at 20:56

    Fab photos! What wonderful creatures x

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    1. Purfylle28 August 2015 at 10:18

      A lot of people don't like them because they prune the trees heavily and leave a bit of a mess. I'm just glad I don't have to do the pruning.

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  9. Kelly Del Valle20 July 2015 at 04:10

    Wow! What a cool creature. Never seen one before. Thanks for sharing, your photos are wonderful!

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    1. Purfylle28 August 2015 at 10:18

      They are so big too. Seeing them in person is amazing every time.

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  10. Anonymous20 July 2015 at 17:51

    Amazing capture! Their movements are flawless and the feather crown! Beautiful creatures =) #mysundayphoto

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    1. Purfylle28 August 2015 at 10:50

      I love their crest (crown) it makes them look like a punk rocker ;p

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  11. Lisa197021 July 2015 at 03:48

    Is it just me that thinks the beakholes look like an extra pair of eyes?! Great captures :)

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    1. Purfylle28 August 2015 at 10:56

      Those nostrils (I'm sure they use a different term for birds but I don't know what it is) are pretty huge.

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  12. Unknown23 July 2015 at 03:43

    Gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous! These are beautiful! #Mysundayphoto

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  13. A Green and Rosie Life24 July 2015 at 16:23

    I love seeing your exotic birds - they out our little sparrows to shame!

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    1. Purfylle28 August 2015 at 11:10

      I would love to see your little sparrows.

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  14. Jutta.K.24 July 2015 at 17:16

    Wow, what a lot of great shot´s !
    So succsessful.
    Here is my post
    Greetings from germany

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  15. Ruth25 July 2015 at 08:59

    Wow! What are these? They are amazing. First time I see birds like those.

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  16. Pierced Wonderings25 July 2015 at 13:16

    These are incredible birds! How lovely they are! I love the shots of them upside down.

    Thank you so much for sharing them with us for Photo Friday this week!

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  17. Sunshine and Elephants25 July 2015 at 23:29

    Wow!!! These are some great shots! Such beautiful birds. Found you over at #PhotoFriday with Jen. Lowanda visiting from Sunshine and Elephants.

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  18. Gina's Craft Corner26 August 2015 at 22:16

    Lots of oohing and ahhing going on this morning with my girls. We are studying birds this year for science, so I think I'll scroll through all your shots today. :) Thanks for sharing!

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    1. Purfylle2 September 2015 at 10:27

      I think I would have hated having to study birds when I was at school but now I think it's brilliant! I certainly hope you all enjoy finding out about them.

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  19. NCSue7 September 2015 at 18:44

    They certainly put on a show for you, didn't they?
    Great shots!
    Thanks for linking up at http://image-in-ing.blogspot.com/2015/08/strange-visitors-in-garden.html

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  20. PurpleSlob15 June 2017 at 00:04

    Their plumage is stunning!!
    You are so talented, Stella!!

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