Using these KnitPro Mindful Collection Fixed Circular Needles is easy. For lace knitting, the stainless - steel lace tips let you make precise stitches. For regular knitting, they work just as well. When using the cables, you can rely on the inch markings as a ruler. As for maintenance, keep them clean and dry. Avoid bending the cables too much to maintain their smoothness. Since they come in natural, eco - friendly packaging, you can recycle it. Remember, even though the brand name has changed from Knitter's Pride to KnitPro, the quality remains the same.