Viva Magenta Knitting Notions and Other Goodies

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Pantone announced their Color of the Year for 2023 in December, and what a color it is! Viva Magenta is a warm, pinky-red that is already popping up on the market. This color is perfect for all seasons and will have you reaching for new tools in this gorgeous colorway.

Above: Pantone’s Color of the Year is Viva Magenta. | Photo courtesy of Getty Images.

To help you start the new knitting year with this vibrant hue, we compiled some of our favorite magenta tools and accessories that we know you’ll enjoy. 

Related: Viva Magenta Yarns We Love

Notions for Magenta

Add a new shade to your collection of knitting notions!

Start with the Magenta Flowers Portuguese Knitting Pin & Stitch Set from JillsHandmadeStuff. This beautiful set includes a snag free stitch marker set, a holder to match, and a Portuguese knitting clip. The pin’s design clips onto shirts, instead of the usual pins that will poke holes in them when in use. If you do not use Portuguese style knitting, you can just add the stitch markers to your collection. 

If you knit on the go, the Hexagon Knitting Kit in the Sparkle Vinyl Solids Pink colorway from Modular Modular on Etsy is the perfect travel buddy for you. This kit comes with various notions and is great for on-the-go knitting projects. The kit easily attaches to your favorite project bag, measuring roughly 4” tall. This kit includes an acrylic needle gauge, a 3” yarn needle, stitch markers, a safety pin stitch holder, and even a pair of folding scissors.  

Stay Organized in Style

These accessories will keep you organized and stylish into the new year.

Every knitter needs a planner to figure out their projects for the year. The Knitter’s Planner has plenty of lovely planners, but it’s the 2023 Knitter’s Planner, Knit in Magenta, that makes our Viva Magenta list. This planner measures 7.5” x 9” and has everything you need to get your year started. The 2023 Knitter’s Planner is not your ordinary planner. To name just a few features, it includes a vision board, weekly knitting tips, and various types of paper where you can sketch your ideas. It even includes four patterns from different knitwear designers as an added bonus. 

Maybe plain magenta is not your favorite. If you like a fun mix of shades, the Pattern Keeper Chart Holder by MagiePieWishes in the Pink Purple Ice Dyed colorway is one to add to your cart. This pattern keeper will help you and your patterns stay organized. The holder is made for 8.5” x 11” paper, and measures 9” x 6” when closed, or 9” x 12” inches when open. This holder is ideal for many crafts, including chart knitting and crochet. Four small strong magnets will keep patterns in place when you are working with them. The holder also includes a long and a short placeholder magnet, and even has a vinyl pocket on the back for extra pages.

Apparel That Isn’t Knit

Your handknits aren’t the only garments that can proclaim your love of knitting!

Proclaim your knowledge of knitting with the I’m a Knitter Tee from SimplyTraded, because knitting is indeed a superpower. The shop uses Bella & Canvas’ unisex 100% cotton or heathered tee shirts for their design. These shirts are a personal favorite of mine, as they are very soft and comfortable. The shirts are available in several colors, but Maroon is what speaks to the Viva Magenta hue. Pair the top with a handknit cardigan and you’re good to go! 

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Pantone’s 2023 Color of the Year is a strong one, and I cannot wait to see more items pop-up in this shade! I’ve already put together a list of projects I want to make with yarns in this color range. The notions and organizers on this list will complement the projects perfectly. Whether you need a new planner for the year, or just desire a fun collection of stitch markers, Viva Magenta will be sure to add a fun pop of color to your knitting life.