Using these KnitPro Mindful Fixed Circular Needles is a breeze. Just pick up your yarn and start knitting as you normally would. The stainless - steel lace tips are great for working on delicate lace patterns. You can also use them for regular knitting projects. The cables are marked every inch, so if you need to measure your work, you can use the cable as a ruler. As for maintenance, keep them in a dry place to avoid rusting. Don't bend the cables too forcefully as they're made to be straight. And when you're done using them, store them in the natural, eco - friendly packaging to keep them safe. Remember, although the brand name has changed from Knitter's Pride to KnitPro, the quality remains the same.