Are you a do it yourself kind of guy or gal? For those of you who enjoy creating your own projects but don’t know where to start in this massive city, we’ve created a “Do it yourself” (DIY) list of shops in Beijing to assist you in your favourite DIY projects, hobbies or new found craze.

DIY Knitting and Crocheting: Beyond Knitting

If you don’t like the hustle and bustle of markets, negotiating and lack of English, this website is the perfect solution. Offering everything for knitting and crocheting you can imagine, from tools and materials to instructions, tips and personal lessons, it’s all here and they deliver it right to your door. The fabric options range from cost efficient synthetics to high quality wool and cotton but don’t be intimidated if you’re a novice because the website walks you through choosing the perfect fabric for your project whether it’s a sweater, scarf, blanket, etc. Beyondknitting.com is completely in English, making it easy to search and find what you are looking for. Orders take between 10-12 days and they accept Visa, Master Card and Amex and operate via paypal for easy and safe money transfer. Delivery within the third ring road is free.

Website: www.beyondknitting.com

Opening hours: Daily, 24 hours