Knitting needles can be built up with foam for a person with a weak grasp. Other helpful aids make the yarn easier to manipulate. An automatic needle threader threads the needle quickly and easily. This crochet aid uses rings and bands to hold the yarn steady and close to the fingers. People who knit and enjoy other needle crafts sometimes wish they had an extra hand.
Needlepoint frames help by providing a stable working surface, while resting easily on one's lap.
Other devices exist to hold projects securely, helpful for persons with arthritis, weak hands, or the use of only one hand. Many crafts require the use of scissors, which can be tricky for persons with arthritis or muscular disorders. Fortunately, many scissors are designed for use by persons with hand limitations. Electric scissors require only a gentle squeeze to activate. The beauty of needle crafts, ceramics and woodworking appears in finely detailed designs.