Protecting points and hooks can be difficult.  When there is a project involved, it can be almost impossible.  That's why sometimes your project, needles. or hook need a Guardian.  

The KnitPack Guardian measures approximately 8.5 inches X 4 inches.  The two snaps allow your to snap your needles into the guardian while your project safely hangs out the bottom.  The snaps are 4 inches apart meaning that even 5 inch DPNs are safe inside.