Apps and digital tools for knitting: boost your projects with ease 🎉

Introduction

Do you love knitting but struggle to keep track of the thread? 📱 With apps and digital tools for knitting , everything becomes more fluid: managing row counters, organizing your projects, tracking supplies... And at Knit-Sis, we love it! This guide helps you discover the best tools and transform your knitting into a connected, precise and fun experience.

We zoom in on the YarnBook site which is worth discovering!

Why use a knitting app?

▫️ Save time : automate row counting and repetitions.

▫️ Organization : photos, notes, annotations on PDFs, integrated diagrams.

▫️ Performance : tracking of knitted meters, statistics, etc.

Clear markers, simplified tracking… and more fun knitting 🎯

The Best Knitting Apps in 2025

KnitCompanion

▫️ Row counter, PDF synchronization, annotations, “Magic Markers” to locate and count patterns

▫️ Free for the basic version, or paid for advanced tools.

▫️ Praised in forums as a “favorite app despite its price”.

Pocket Knitting & My Row Counter

▫️ Pocket Knitting (Android/iOS version): import Ravelry patterns, notes, multiple row counters, visual highlighting  

▫️ My Row Counter: voice, statistics, PDF support and synchronization  

Yarnbook

Yarnbook is a Danish-inspired subscription platform (≈ €6/month or DKK 49) that gives unlimited access to over 800 knitting and crochet patterns , signed by renowned designers, including Knit‑Sis herself (hihi self-promotion) !

▫️ Highly visual interface, ideal for discovering models by type (sweater, skirt, accessories) and filtering by difficulty – perfect for those who like to explore.

▫️ PDF pattern, tutorial, charts and printable options: you can import your favorite patterns into Pocket Knitting or KnitCompanion for personalized tracking.

▫️ Reversible models, sophisticated textures and colorful inspirations, a real treasure trove of ideas if you want to try your hand at graphic jacquard or lace knits.

Why do we love Yarnbook?

▫️ Access to a professional and varied library.

▫️ Few French-speaking knitters still exploit this Nordic treasure.

▫️ Discover new exclusive models every month.

Knit&Note

▫️ Federation of patterns, yarn & material tracking, tools: counter, ruler, calculator. Integrated community

▫️ Free version, Premium option at ~$8.99/month.

Stitch Fiddle

▫️ Creation of knitting/crochet charts, generation of charts from images, premium version ~€2.25/month  

How to choose the ideal app for your profile

FAQ (Featured Snippets)

Which app can I use to count rows in knitting?
Pocket Knitting, My Row Counter and KnitCompanion are among the most practical, with multiple row counting options, annotations and a PDF version.

Is there an app to create your own patterns?
Yes! Stitch Fiddle lets you create, edit, and import knitting charts, with export to chart or PDF format.

Do these apps work offline?
Many, like KnitCompanion or Pocket Knitting, work offline once your patterns are imported.

The benefits of connected knitting

▫️ You use the favorite tools of thousands of knitters around the world.

▫️ Mastering Stitch Fiddle is a real plus, quite rare among knitters.

▫️ Share your progress with the knitting community and become a real pro.

Our Knit-Sis patterns to discover us

▫️ Strippie Sweater : Perfect for testing a row counter and markings when changing colors.

▫️ Festi Vest : Follow the step-by-step PDF instructions on the app of your choice.

▫️ Mondrian Sweater or Elmer Vest : to get started with graphic color changes.

Conclusion

Knitting apps and digital tools are real allies for staying organized, tracking your progress, and even creating your own charts. By choosing the app that's right for your skill level, you can take your knitting to the next level, methodically and with pleasure. At Knit-Sis, we're convinced that the marriage of digital technology and knitting is the future of DIY.

👉 Discover all our patterns optimized for these tools and treat yourself to a connected knitting experience on knit-sis.com .
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