Knitting needles have different types of tips, and so do darning needles. They run from blunt to pointed and can be either straight or slightly bent at the end.

Are darning needles sharp?

A darning needle is simply a really large big needle. It isn't very sharp, and has an eye on it that is large enough to thread with yarn or embroidery floss. There are a few sizes of darning needle.

What are blunt knitting needles?

These large eye blunt needles are good for weaving in ends and sewing up seams on your knit and crochet projects; Also called tapestry, darning, or finishing needles; Nickel-Plated Steel; Pack of six (2 each of size 13, 14 and 16).