Using these KnitPro Mindful Fixed Circular Needles is easy. Start by choosing your yarn and threading it through the cable. The stainless - steel lace tips are great for picking up stitches precisely, whether you're making lace or doing regular knitting. The cables are marked every inch, so you can use them as a ruler while knitting to measure your work. As for care, avoid bending the cables too forcefully to keep them kink - free. You can gently wipe the needles and cables with a soft cloth to keep them clean. Remember, even though the packaging might be new, these are still the high - quality tools you love.