Signature needles is a family business that takes pride that their needles are made here in America. Built out of necessity Cathy and her family and grown their company to serve all knitters. Lucky for us Cathy was searching for something better, because we truly get to benefit from it. Join me in this podcast episode to hear the story of how Signature needs came to be.
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About Cathy and Signature Needles:
Cathy has been President of Bothe Associates Inc, her family machine shop business, for over 20 years. Previously she was a stay at home mom and Administrator at her church nursery school and the business manager for her community theater group.
In 2006 while recovering from an illness she was doing a lot of knitting. To quote her daughter “doing her 2 favorite things: knitting and complaining.” What Cathy was complaining about was her metal knitting needle’s points.
Cathy’s husband reminded me that her that she could have that fixed and that was the birth of Signature. It was a time when there were absolutely no options for knitters. Signature’s success has been based on giving many options: in points, needle length and even caps on single points. In addition, all of their needles are made to strict tolerances and all made here in America at their Wisconsin factory.
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roxchapman says
August 14, 2018 at 10:55 amStiletto!!!
roxchapman says
August 14, 2018 at 10:58 amI want to win some new Stilettos!
Renee Z. says
August 14, 2018 at 10:58 amI would not wear stiletto heels, but might like some other stilettos.
Lynnette M Cantrell says
August 14, 2018 at 11:00 amI really enjoyed her podcast. I felt as tho we were able to make a connection with Cathy. She’s very personable!
I am looking at the website and I have a few needles in the cart!!!!
I have chosen the STILETTO points!!!!!
Miranda Speicher says
August 14, 2018 at 11:01 amStilettos are always exciting
Denise Sattler says
August 14, 2018 at 11:02 amLoved the show, thanks for exposing us to these beautiful needles and giving us a chance to win!! Stiletto all the way!
Sharon Penn says
August 14, 2018 at 11:06 amHow delightful to meet Catryn! A woman cannot have too many Stiletto needles!
Sharon Fuller says
August 14, 2018 at 11:07 amShe was a lovely lady loved her, and I really need to win some stilettos
Carmen J. Mendez says
August 14, 2018 at 11:07 amI have been watching your live podcast for a while now. Even watch them at work while on my computer Haha! I love the STILETTO points. I am a beginner knitter and want to use these. Love that you can personalized them. Thanks Marly for all the wonderful projects and podcasts.
Susan Izbiansky says
August 14, 2018 at 11:08 amI can’t walk in stiletto heels but I will try stiletto knitting needles! Love the stories.
Deatra says
August 14, 2018 at 11:10 amI have a pair of Stiletto heels, but sadly I don’t have anything in stiletto needles.
Thanks yahl have a great day
Donna Miller says
August 14, 2018 at 11:16 amI would like to win the gift certificate so I can purchase a set of stiletto double p
Christine Hall says
August 14, 2018 at 11:19 amLove today’s podcast with Cathy from Signature Needles! What a hoot she is! I would love to win STILETTO NEEDLES!!!!
Betsy says
August 14, 2018 at 11:23 amLoved the podcast. I’m making a wish list now. And would love to get a set of the STILETTO point circulars. 🙂
Sandra says
August 14, 2018 at 11:32 amIf I had stiletto’s I would be tripping all over myself, Ha HA
Jerri Leslie says
August 14, 2018 at 11:57 amGreat podcast today. Would love to win a gift certificate for the STILETTO needles, I was so close on the pocast, I was right below the winner.
STILETTO
Amanda Hart says
August 14, 2018 at 11:58 amI really enjoyed listening to you and Cathy she is such a sweet lady. I didn’t realize how great Signature Needle Arts was until today; I can’t wait to get my hands on the stiletto!
Siobhán says
August 14, 2018 at 12:07 pmI love my Signature DPNs! The best tips for me are the Stilettos. I can’t wear them to walk but they’re amazing to knit with!
Barbara Doll says
August 14, 2018 at 12:15 pmI would love to get “Stiletto” needles!!!!
Elise Tittle says
August 14, 2018 at 12:15 pmI like the way Stiletto heels look but don’t think I’d wear them, but I think the Stiletto tip Signature Arts needles look great and I would definitely use them.
Siobhán says
August 14, 2018 at 12:15 pmI love Signature knitting needles and thank you for your podcast. I hope to win a cable needle with stiletto points.
Rita says
August 14, 2018 at 12:24 pmI’m in love with both of my SNA needles! I am in love with Stilletto !!! The heels not so much but my mascara is STILLETTO and my favorite needles have STILLETTO TIPS!!
THANK YOU
Heather Hadden says
August 14, 2018 at 1:08 pmThose stiletto points are amazing! I also want to try the 9″ circulars. Loved hearing the story of the development of Signature needles. Thank you.
Nancy says
August 14, 2018 at 1:15 pmI loved the podcast! I love the Signature Needles that I have received as gifts!! I always ask for
Stiletto points!!
Eileen Miller says
August 14, 2018 at 1:25 pmI have a set of the stiletto needles 6”, and I love them.
Diane Samp says
August 14, 2018 at 1:28 pmMy feet would screem at me if I tried to wear stiletto heels but I would love to win the stiletto needles. The podcast was fun to listen to and very informative. I really enjoyed it. Thanks!
Chelle Witham says
August 14, 2018 at 1:30 pmI would love to own a set of stiletto needles, <3
Leslie Singer says
August 14, 2018 at 1:34 pmI would love to get more STILETTO needles.
Jessica kelly says
August 14, 2018 at 1:37 pmI loved this show and learning more about cathy and signature needle arts. I will definitely put them on my wish list. The stiletto ones look awesome as does the new 9 in circulars.
June McColm says
August 14, 2018 at 1:47 pmI would love to try some new STILETTO !! Thank you for an absolutely delightful podcast!
June McColm says
August 14, 2018 at 1:48 pmI would love to try on some new STILETTO needles. Thank you for an absolutely delightful podcast!
Renee Shepherd says
August 14, 2018 at 1:52 pmA delightful podcast today. I would love to own stiletto needles!
Gale Longley says
August 14, 2018 at 1:53 pmLove me some Stiletto needles have some size one double points would love more.
Nancy Wojcik says
August 14, 2018 at 1:55 pmGreat hearing Cathy’s story. Bought my first pair of Signature Stilettos at their first Stitches Midwest event. 10” straights to give them a test run. Now I have DPs and some circulars. All STILETTO of course! Super fast needles!
Tami Semborski says
August 14, 2018 at 2:10 pmStiletto! Great podcast
Frances says
August 14, 2018 at 2:12 pmSignature needles are my favorite knitting needles and the STILETTOS are my favorite points. I loved the podcast. It was wonderful to see Kathy and hear her fabulous stories.
Marit Fox says
August 14, 2018 at 2:14 pmSTILETTO. I really enjoy knitting with Signature Arts circulars. Bought my first circular at a Stitches West show for a specific project I also bought at the show. Loved this show! Cathy is so warm and friendly. She is right in saying that great tools make knitting a great experience.
Linda says
August 14, 2018 at 2:15 pmSay what? STILETTOS??? Yes, please! Love the needles! Love the company! Love the podcast! Can’t have too many STILETTOS – and I don’t mean shoes!
joyce hancock says
August 14, 2018 at 2:28 pmWonderful podcast! Nice to hear the story about signature needles. I have always wanted a pair of stiletto needles. They are so gorgeous.
Denise says
August 14, 2018 at 2:35 pmThis was a great show. I loved learning about the company that I just bought needles from a few months ago. I am currently knitting socks with them. I would love to get another pair of stilettos that I have in my cart.
Michelle Morgan says
August 14, 2018 at 2:39 pmAmazing show! I want to win!!! Signature needles are the most perfect needles! Stiletto needles are the best!!!
Charlene says
August 14, 2018 at 3:10 pmIt was great getting to meet Cathy. Loved the show, and would love stilettos!
Barbara says
August 14, 2018 at 3:33 pmStiletto needles are the best. I’m ordering another set soon.
Carole Gantefoer says
August 14, 2018 at 3:36 pmSTILETTO. I loved the broadcast. I love my Signature Needle Arts stiletto DP’s
Lori says
August 14, 2018 at 4:11 pmReal knitters wear stilettos
Esther G. says
August 14, 2018 at 4:38 pmI enjoyed learning about these needles. Definitely on my wish list. Stiletto.
Jerri Leslie says
August 14, 2018 at 5:19 pmI would love to win a gift certificate for the STILETTO needles
janna jo parks says
August 14, 2018 at 5:44 pmStiletto!
Karisa Jantz says
August 14, 2018 at 6:02 pmI loved hearing the backstory of Signature needles. Thank you Marly Bird. If i wore stilletto heels i would definitely fall on my face but i would really like to try some stilletto pointed knitting needles!
Debbie Carter says
August 14, 2018 at 6:20 pmIf I wore Stilettos I would break my neck, but knitting with Stilettos would be a dream.
Kathy Burt says
August 14, 2018 at 6:30 pmGreat podcast, Stiletto! I feel like I want to met her! what a really nice person.
Thadis Bostock says
August 14, 2018 at 6:43 pmI want to win Stiletto needles. I know it would be such a unique knitting experience. I recently started back knitting and I have some lovely yarn that would make up a wonderful shawl using Stiletto needles.
jacobsbeloved says
August 14, 2018 at 6:58 pmSTILLETTOS Loved the podcast, will try to watch these regularly!
Janice Martinez says
August 14, 2018 at 7:42 pmI would love to try the Stiletto Needles!!
Debbie McKenzie says
August 14, 2018 at 7:54 pmI will never wear stiletto heels but oooh i would love to knit with your stiletto needles!
Jean says
August 14, 2018 at 8:21 pmStiletto tips are the BEST, just like Signature Needles. Thank you for a great podcast.
Karen Powell says
August 14, 2018 at 8:59 pmI used to wear stiletto heels, but when i was younger…. I want to win stiletto needles . thx great interview
Donna says
August 14, 2018 at 9:00 pmI love the middys, but the stilettos are on point! Great podcast…new follower. Thanks!
Jackie Gordon says
August 14, 2018 at 10:14 pmI love the stiletto needles needles. I want to win!
Belinda Hamilton says
August 14, 2018 at 10:19 pmI am waiting for my Mum’s estate to clear. I have a set of Stilettos on my radar. They will be a great way to honor her memory. The voucher would go towards monogramming the 10″ single point needles with “Love Mum”. Every creation I would make with them will have a little love from both of us in it.
Donna says
August 14, 2018 at 10:58 pmI would love to win some stilettos. Love your podcasts
Renee Clutter says
August 14, 2018 at 11:38 pmOh my gosh!! I really enjoyed the podcast! I enjoyed hearing Cathy talk about her story and her passion for having the right tools for your knitting projects. I do have a question. Is it true that the stiletto needles put holes in your fingers? Are they that sharp? Signature needles have always been on my wishlist. That would be way cool for them to make crochet hooks!
Maureen Griffin says
August 15, 2018 at 12:07 amI cannot imagine stilettos never ever being invented!!
MarJean Boyd says
August 15, 2018 at 4:16 amWould love to have some stiletto circular needles for my charity knitting projects. Fun broadcast. Cathy would be such a fun neighbor!
Mary Alice Helgesen says
August 15, 2018 at 7:28 amI have never been a fan of stiletto shoes and am particularly not since I had a back injury. Why torture yourself? However, I LOVE your stiletto needles! I enjoyed hearing your story.
Donna Frunzi says
August 15, 2018 at 7:40 amWould love some stilettos to go with my stiletto Chic Sheep yarn!!! I bet both would improve my knitting skills!
Dinah says
August 15, 2018 at 8:11 amEven though I have only two legs I would love to win a set of stilettos!
Trina Kurek says
August 15, 2018 at 8:16 amWhat a great podcast. I just sat in my kitchen and listened. I got so wrapped up in it I didn’t even go up and use my Stilleto Signatures to knit.
Amy Reeves says
August 15, 2018 at 8:31 amI would love the chance to try out the stiletto needles or any of the other signature needles. After this interview I definitely need to visit their website and create a wish list for birthdays and Christmas!
Mary Deuster says
August 15, 2018 at 8:36 amI really enjoyed watching this podcast had me smiling ear to ear! The stiletto is very beautiful on the needles and I am in awe of them.
Marly, I loved your story about your mom and I just might drive to Kenosha I only live an hour away from them in Wisconsin!!
Mary Deuster says
August 15, 2018 at 8:45 amI’m trying this again I don’t see my comments in the show notes. 🙁
I enjoyed the podcast and the stories.
The STILETTO on the needles are really neat and I am in awe of them.
I loved your story about your mom Marly. So cute! I love an hour away from Kenosha, I would love to meet Kathy!
judy Gordon says
August 15, 2018 at 12:19 pmHow fun!! I love stilletos!! HaHa- the knitting needles of course would be so awesome to give Signature needles a try.
Tammy Todd says
August 15, 2018 at 12:29 pmI would love to be able to win a pair of these needles. I think I would love the stiletto points. The needles I have at the moment, are long super sharp points. I really think I would love the stiletto points in the signature needles.
Stacy Koster says
August 15, 2018 at 12:42 pmAnother great episode! Cathy was ver personable, and I always like supporting family businesses. The stiletto points look awesome, definitely adding them to my wish list.
Laurie says
August 15, 2018 at 12:52 pmMy shoes may be flats, but I like my needles with Stiletto points!
Mary Rust says
August 15, 2018 at 3:47 pmMy hands are small so I love the five inch stiletto needles .
Cindy Lowe says
August 15, 2018 at 5:05 pmI want to win!
Stiletto
Kris says
August 15, 2018 at 7:43 pmI can’t wear stiletto heels, but I’d love to try stiletto needles! What a lovely show! Thanks for sharing all those great stories.
Bonniejane says
August 15, 2018 at 9:35 pmStiletto needle points are the best!
Bonnie says
August 15, 2018 at 9:35 pmWhat a fun podcast. Cathy is such a wonderful story teller. I would love a pair of stiletto needles.
Carolyn says
August 15, 2018 at 11:24 pmI need to try Stiletto point. I am picky about my knitting needles & they sound nice.
Mary Jacques says
August 16, 2018 at 6:00 amStiletto! Thank you for the opportunity to win!
Amanda White says
August 16, 2018 at 9:43 amWatching the podcast is such a fun treat and I’ve enjoyed learning more about Signature Needle Arts! I’m intrigued to try the STILETTO needle points!
Connie B says
August 16, 2018 at 10:20 amStiletto!
marzoo7 says
August 16, 2018 at 10:41 amBeen using my stiletto needles on my latest Lacey project and love them for the k3s and p3s! I’m saving up to buy more!
Marlene says
August 16, 2018 at 10:57 amBeen working on my latest Lacey project with my stiletto Signature needles and they are a dream for k3s and p3s. I need to save up to buy more!
Sarah Dawn says
August 16, 2018 at 2:20 pmSo I’ve not yet tried Signature needles but I’d love to try stilettos! Thanks for introducing me to what look like amazing needles — I’m definitely putting together a Christmas Wish list! 😀
Laura Hickman says
August 16, 2018 at 3:12 pmIt would be awesome to own a set of Stiletto! Hello from Milwaukee.
Emma says
August 16, 2018 at 10:05 pmStiletto! I splurged on a pair of lovely needles from signature. Somehow one went missing. Just offered the replacement but would love more.
Isonel says
August 16, 2018 at 10:39 pmSTILETTO!
Rondica says
August 16, 2018 at 11:25 pmLoved the podcast today! Stiletto!
joybells57 says
August 17, 2018 at 9:41 pmJoybells57@gmail
Stiletto!
Rochelle Sohl says
August 18, 2018 at 7:23 amStiletto Forever!
Vonda Phinazee says
August 18, 2018 at 7:26 amI really enjoyed ghe show. I want some signature needles now.. stiletto
Sara says
August 18, 2018 at 8:07 amI would love to win some Stilettos!!!
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Zoe says
August 18, 2018 at 8:35 amSTILLETOS
Tammy Slattery says
August 18, 2018 at 8:57 amI would love to win some stilettos!!! I need to save to buy a pair and try them out.They look like a dream to have in your hands:)
Jenny Vincin says
August 18, 2018 at 9:05 amI really enjoyed this interview. Would love to hear more of Cathy’s stories. Stilettos are my favorite. I recently handed my dpns to a fellow knitter to “try.” She knit awhile and then I said “What do you think?” She said, “I was sold by stitch number 4.” my work here is done, onto another uninitiated knitter.
Sarah S says
August 18, 2018 at 9:09 amSuch a great show! Hopefully I can win some Stiletto needles!
Theresa Faria says
August 18, 2018 at 12:29 pmLoved the Podcast, usually a crocheter. Needed help with a christmas gift, well many 8 total. Neighbor knits, so I am back to knit. What a lovely item, great gift idea also. Christmas is coming, owe my teacher a gift. Stilletos haha, she is older.
Amberly says
August 18, 2018 at 1:58 pmI would love to try their stiletto needles! I think they may just be the tool I need for my lace knitting.
Luann Wright says
August 18, 2018 at 5:39 pmThe only kind of stiletto’s I need in my life are the ones made by Signature Needles and Sheep Chic Yarn by Marly Bird.
Barbara LeBlanc says
August 18, 2018 at 5:47 pmI’m way too old to wear Stiletto heels but Stiletto pointed needles would be fabulous.
Agatha Gallion says
August 19, 2018 at 7:25 amStiletto *drool*
Debbie A says
August 20, 2018 at 7:10 amI own a pair of stiletto needles and they are by far the best needles I have ever used!! I need more!!
Lori Biamonte says
August 20, 2018 at 7:58 amI love the stiletto point needles and bought several straight ones years ago. You may enjoy this story. My husband gave me a bracelet for Christmas that I did not like which is unusual for me. I took it back to the jewelry store and used the money to buy more Signature needles! Back then I used a lot of straight needles, but now have been using more circulars, so I really need some Signature circs with STILETTO points!
Jackie says
August 20, 2018 at 10:25 amStiletto is my favorite!
Sheryl Hutton says
August 20, 2018 at 12:44 pmI want to win. STILETTO! What about Crocheting needles? Do They make them also.?
April J says
August 20, 2018 at 2:27 pmI’ve tried almost every knitting needle out there except Signature Needles–they’ve been on my wishlist, though. I’d love a chance to test drive the STILETTO tips on these bad boys!
April J says
August 20, 2018 at 2:41 pmI’m not seeing my first post??? I said that I hadn’t yet tried Signature Needles, but they were on my wishlist. And, I would love to test drive the STILETTO tips on these bad boys! 🙂 Thank you!!
Patricia S Smith Hagerty says
August 21, 2018 at 7:25 amGreat interview! Would like to win so I can try the stiletto.
Melanie Stallings says
August 21, 2018 at 10:15 amI would love to try the STILETTO circulars and I can’t wait for the release of the 9 in circulars!
Melanie Stallings says
August 21, 2018 at 10:24 amI would love to get some STILETTO circulars and I cam’t wait for the 9 in circulars!
Christie Hardy says
August 21, 2018 at 5:50 pmI loved hearing Cathy’s Signature Needles Story and would love to try out some Stiletto Needles! Thankyou so much for your wonderful video podcast
Vickie Akers says
August 22, 2018 at 1:42 amI am. Wanting to learn to knit and would love to win some stiletto needles.
Irma Hendricks says
August 22, 2018 at 3:35 pmLove this podcast, so funny and informative! She is a hoot! I cannot wear stilettos so it would be nice to knit with a stiletto! I can see saving my money to buy me some signature needles. I never knew Signature Needles existed; now I must have some. Thank you Marly Bird!
Tiffany Scharff says
August 22, 2018 at 5:33 pmI love the Signature Stiletto needles. I recieved one circular and one staight set for Mother’s day. I would love more. Marly love your YouTube videos. I subcrisubs to your channel.
Rosemary McLaughlin says
August 24, 2018 at 3:18 amStiletto
Lilly says
August 26, 2018 at 9:03 pmAfter a hard day at work there’s nothing like coming home and getting your stilettos to get your sexy knitting on!!!
Lynda Perky says
September 1, 2018 at 1:53 pmI am a process knitter and would love to try knitting with a stiletto.
Lynda Perky says
September 1, 2018 at 2:15 pmI love the process of knitting and would love to do it with a stiletto.
Lynda Perky says
September 1, 2018 at 2:32 pmI love the process of knitting and would love to do that process with a stiletto.
Lynda Perky says
September 2, 2018 at 10:34 pmI love the process of knitting and believe stilettos would make it even better. I might even wear stilettos while knitting with them.
Joyce Gravino says
September 4, 2018 at 10:10 amI really enjoyed the story about the signature needles. I need to buy me some Stilettos or even better win them.
Kathy Jenks says
September 5, 2018 at 7:35 pmStill new to knitting. I do understand that better standards on sizing crochet hooks need to be done. This company sounds very impressive. The only place I heard stellitos was with shoes. Would Love to try a stiletto to knit with. Great show. Thanks you all.
amy says
September 8, 2018 at 11:37 amI have never tried any stilettos, but I would love the chance.
Thea Stewart says
September 9, 2018 at 11:51 pmStiletto. Awesome podcast! Many thanks to the Sponsors!
Thea Stewart says
September 9, 2018 at 11:58 pmStiletto. Thank you to Marly Bird and all of the Sponsors!
Sarah Potempa says
September 10, 2018 at 9:24 amI would rather have stiletto knitting needles than stiletto shoes!!
Thea Stewart says
September 10, 2018 at 12:48 pmStiletto
Agatha Timmons says
September 11, 2018 at 4:33 pmStiletto! Loved the podcast!!
Jaynie Saul says
September 11, 2018 at 9:19 pmStiletto with socks sounds like fun!
Jayne Saul says
September 11, 2018 at 10:06 pmStiletto and socks sound like fun!
Jayne says
September 12, 2018 at 7:10 amStiletto and socks are the perfect combination
Leanne C says
September 15, 2018 at 7:15 pmThe stiletto tipped needles look amazing. I immediately went to the website to check them out. I’m definitely planning to make a purchase from signature needle arts in the future.
Steph says
September 24, 2018 at 5:49 amI’m dying to try out those stiletto tips!
Vickie hess says
September 25, 2018 at 1:01 pmEither would be be nice of signature knitting needles
Bonnie C. says
October 5, 2018 at 5:57 pmI loved listening to Cathy’s stories on this episode! It definitely put a smile on my face. I love that these are made here is the US and can’t wait to try the stilettos!
Anne Crawford says
October 10, 2018 at 7:59 pmThis was a fun, entertaining podcast ! Would love to try Signature Arts needles, especially the Stiletto.
Rachel King says
October 10, 2018 at 8:04 pmThese knitting needles are stunning and I would love to win the Stilettos!
Sheryl Hulse says
October 11, 2018 at 12:09 amI would love to try a pair of stiletto points.
Margarete Shaw says
October 12, 2018 at 5:04 amI love Signature needles! Stilettos would be fantastic.
Margarete Shaw says
October 12, 2018 at 5:44 amWhen I think of Signature needles, I want to dance in Stilettos in a field of yarn balls!
Samantha T says
October 12, 2018 at 8:43 pmGreat podcast. You can never have too many stilettos
knittingdancer says
October 13, 2018 at 7:16 amI can wear my stiletto heels while knitting with my new stiletto knitting needles.
Debbie Richardson says
October 13, 2018 at 8:44 amLove me some stilettos!
Colleen Caro says
October 14, 2018 at 9:26 pmI was searching for a review of needles, so thanks for this great informative podcast. I never knew about Signature needles and the stilletto points. Can’t wait to try them. Thanks again for all you do
Lisa Brison says
February 20, 2019 at 10:23 pmI would literally break my neck in a pair of stillettos but I would have a warm neck if I had a pair of stiletto needles to knit a cowl!