Material: Made of synthetic rubber and PVC, our tubing rubber cord is durable and long-lasting. Please note that due to the rubber material, there may be a slight smell, but it won't affect normal use and is not harmful. Unexpected uses: Most easy way to get amount of stitch saver! Easy to tear/cut, it can keeps stitches together on a loop. Because it’s hollow and flexible it will slide onto the knitting needle tip, stay snugly in place, and allow you to slide stitches on and off without a hitch, then release with a tug. Tie a knot in the two ends and you’ve got stitches held! Barber Cords for Knitting: Does exactly what you want barber cord to do. This barber cord can tie knots in it to keep it secure. It grabs the metal needles well and stays on them. Advantage: This knitting cord also comes out of the knitting easily when it is pulled out. It does not distort the stitches as it is small enough to slip in the existing stitches. You can cut it to the length you want. Size: Our knitting cord is about 4mm thick with a 2mm hole, and comes in a convenient 5 yard (5m) each color. 40 meters/43.7 yadrs knitting barber cord for 8 colors you will get. Versatile: This hollow pipe cord can be used for a variety of purposes, including holding stitches in place, substituting for barber cords, and for knitting projects.