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KnitIQ Blocking Mats — the finishing step that makes hand-knits look finished
KnitIQ Blocking Mats with Grid (9 Pack, 100 T-Pins)
Reviewed by the WhyToBuyThis team · Updated September 2026 · How we choose
Perfect for
- Shawl & lace knitters
- Sweater makers
- Crocheters too
- Finishing tools
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Price: $54.99
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Why this gift works
Per the listing, this KnitIQ set is nine interlocking foam blocking mats about 0.75 inch thick with printed grid lines, 100 T-pins and a reusable storage bag. The boards snap together like puzzle pieces into a square, a long strip or whatever shape the project needs.
Blocking - wetting a finished piece and pinning it to shape while it dries - is what turns a lumpy shawl or a curling sweater panel into something that looks shop-made. Most knitters start out using towels on a bed; a proper set of mats with pins makes the job faster, straighter and less of a chore.
Who is this gift for?
Great for
- A knitter who blocks on towels on the guest bed
- Someone who has just finished their first lace shawl
Think twice if
- They mostly knit small things that never need blocking
- They need exact measurements from the grid
The catch
Reviewers note the printed grid is not exactly one inch, so measure with a tape for precise sizing, and nine mats make roughly a 3-foot square - not enough for a large blanket.
Skip for a knitter who mostly makes hats and dishcloths that never need blocking, or one who already owns a full set of mats.
Key specs
| Brand | KnitIQ |
|---|---|
| Mats | 9 interlocking foam boards (listing) |
| Thickness | 0.75 in (listing) |
| Markings | Printed grid lines |
| Pins | 100 T-pins |
| Storage | Reusable storage bag |
Worth knowing before you buy
- Reviewers say the grid is close to, but not exactly, one inch.
- The individual mat size is not given on the listing we saw - check it if space matters.
Why we like it
- Nine boards that snap into any shape
- Grid lines for keeping edges square
- Pins and a storage bag included
What to look for in blocking mats
- Thickness. Thicker foam holds pins firmly and survives years of use.
- Grid lines. A printed grid helps square up edges; measure with a tape when size matters.
- Coverage. Count how big a surface the set makes against the largest thing they knit.
- Pins included. T-pins or blocking pins in the box save a second purchase.
Questions people ask
Wetting or steaming a finished piece and pinning it flat to the right shape and size while it dries. It evens out stitches and opens up lace.
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