Although knitting was primarily a woman's hobby in the past few decades, men of all ages have taken to yarn in recent years. Of course, men used to knit in other time periods as well - olden day sailors, for instance, were avid knitters. Today, knitting is experiencing a revival in all elements of society. Some say that knitting is meeting unmet needs for hands-on creativity, community, relaxation, sharing, giving and more. We're living in a cold, computer-oriented world. Young people - including pre-teens, teenagers and the college crowd - have discovered the soothing, healing characteristics of this passtime. They often knit high fashion accesories unlike anything their grandma's have been knitting. Your son is probably just a member of this new yarn-crafting crowd. I wouldn't worry about it. In fact, encourage him to knit something for you!   Sarah Chana

My very manly son also likes to knit. He's made socks, hats, scarves and blankets and given lots of gifts away, feeling very proud and pleased with himself. He knits inbetween studying, working, working out, socializing, and his other activities - though I don't really know how he finds time. He says it helps him wind down and increases his creativity.

I'm a 45 year old man who knits. My wife got into this hobby a few years ago and I really got interested myself. While my wife and I now enjoy knitting together - love shopping for yarn, searching on-line for patterns and tools - we don't tell too many people about it. I got a few weird comments from some people who discovered my knitting initially and I decided I didn't like the feedback. I keep it to myself now, just enjoying knitting in the privacy of my home. I think this is a shame because my wife can take her projects with her anywhere, but I'm restricted to my house unless I want to risk having to explain myself to complete strangers. I hope this will change soon. People like your son can help make this happen.

I'm a 29 year old male who loves to knit.  My best friend's grandfather can crochet circles arounds his wife.

I find this question in poor taste. Offensive actually. And the posted answers only solidify my opinion. The respondents insist that knitting isn't only for women or men who are overly feminine. I think I would be correct in saying that your question really is "Should I worry that this means my son is gay?" As a gay person, I find it insulting that you would worry that your son is gay. Don't worry. If he's gay, he'll be fine. Heck, he might even be deliriously happy. He can be proud to be among the likes of Sir Ian McKellen, Jodi Foster, Billie Holiday and Michaelangelo. I'd be more worried that your attitude might be creating an atmosphere in which your son feels shame about who he is. If you are truly concerned about relating to a gay son, you could contact PFLAG. They are a really great support organiztion for parents and friends of lesbians and gays. Good luck. And take advantage; get a new scarf or hat out of the deal!

dont worry. he probably just needs to relieve stress. many pro football players knit in their free time to calm themselves down. no worries.

If my boyfriend knitted i would die of adoration cuz that would be so cute. i like to throw a football around a lot. Sometimes i even change my own oil on my car! maybe people better start worrying about me. i might be turning into a man oh no.

I wouldn't worry. He may just be a crafty kid. He may even be trying to meet a girl at the knitting store or something. It is always a bad idea to jump to conclusions. My advice--just talk to him!