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Brilliant Easter essentials.

Easter brings Bank Holidays and extra knitting time, not to mention bunnies and buns in abundance. So, indulge yourself with our top buys...

Trim pockets, line button-bands, titivate necklines or add delicate bows to your toys with this super cute sheep ribbon. It’s available in pink, green and cream shades and measures 15mm in width. 70p, www.abakhan.co.uk

We’re sorry (not sorry) if these adorable hot cross bun stitch markers have you yearning for doughy sweetness with every stitch, but we couldn’t resist them! Use them to make sure your yummy knits stay on track throughout. £9 for 5, chapelview-crafts on www.etsy.com

Show your hand-knitted socks some love and address any wear and tear using a smooth sock darning egg. This great tool holds the fabric nice and tight so that neat stitches can be worked to close up those naughty little holes. £3.86, www.knitpicks.com

Accompany your Easter knits with a sheep-themed greeting card that’s guaranteed to please. We love this Easter-perfect option, but Mary Kilvert’s extensive sheep card range will have you covered for most of the year’s big occasions. £2.50, www.marykilvert.com

Block those spring socks with a smile on your face using these Ainsworth & Prin Bunny Sock Blockers. Smooth and snag free, they’re made from 5mm birch ply and designed with three large holes to speed up the drying process. £22, www.theknittingshed.com

You simply can’t have enough bunny toys, and Arthur Bunny from Sardines For Tea is one of the sweetest knits around. Easy to make and value for money, he makes an exceptional gift for knit-keen kin. £14, Sardines For Tea at www.etsy.com

When all the Easter knitting is done, there’s only one thing worthy of your gift – a carrot wrapping paper and gift tag set! Raise a smile and make sure your seasonal present is noticed for all the right reasons – cool and ‘crunchy’! £4.75, www.claraandmacy.com