Milward - British needle making since 1676
Some names in haberdashery don’t just represent products — they represent centuries of skill, continuity, and quiet excellence. Milward is one of those names.
With a history stretching back to 1676, Milward began as Henry Milward and Sons, growing over generations to become one of the world’s largest manufacturers of knitting needles. Long before mass production became commonplace, Milward was already shaping the standards by which needles were judged: strength, precision, and reliability.
A legacy built stitch by stitch
For hundreds of years, Milward needles were trusted by knitters, tailors, and makers across Britain and far beyond. The company’s success came not from novelty, but from consistency — tools that worked exactly as they should, time after time.
Milward’s story mirrors the story of British making itself: innovation grounded in craft, and progress built on experience.
Still proudly UK owned
Although ownership passed out of the Milward family in 1973, the brand has remained UK owned, continuing its long association with British textile heritage. That sense of continuity matters. It’s what allows Milward to honour its past while remaining relevant to modern makers.
Today, Milward is known for dependable, well-designed tools that sit comfortably alongside both traditional techniques and contemporary crafting.
Why Milward still matters
In a world of fast trends, Milward stands for something steadier. Its name carries nearly 350 years of trust — proof that good tools don’t need reinvention, just care, knowledge, and respect for the craft.
Whether you are casting on your first project or reaching for a familiar favourite, Milward represents the quiet confidence of tools made to last.
History you can hold in your hands.
