Ah, the season of last-minute gift crafting is upon us! We've all been there—procrastination meets the desire for heartfelt, handmade presents. Fear not, fellow creators! Whether you're a master of the eleventh-hour knit or just looking for quick and charming projects, we've got you covered. Dive into our collection of speedy, satisfying patterns perfect for those moments when time is of the essence but creativity knows no bounds.
Pattern Ideas:
Olivia Cowl by Mariah Ricciuto
One size
To make this cowl, you will need:
- 12mm needles
- 2 balls of Yarnalia Softy
- OR you can hold two strand together of Estelle Merino Big, Jody Long Andeamo, or Good Grief Lana Burrosa
You can find kits for this cowl available here.
Sophie Scarf by Petite Knit
Sizes: small (large)
To make this scarf you will need:
- 92-128m of DK weight yarn, depending on which size you make
- Some ideas for yarn include: for something a little more luxurious, perhaps Akara Merino DK (1 skein needed), or for a more budget friendly option, perhaps Yarnalia Wonder (2 balls needed)
- 3.5mm needles
Snow Day Hat by Purl Soho
Sizes: Kids (Adult)
To make this hat, you will need
- 132-159m of super bulky yarn held together
- Some ideas include: for a solid colour use 2 balls of Yarnalia Softy (only single strand needed); for marbled effect like the photo, you could use 2 balls (one of each colour) of Estelle Merino Big or Good Grief Lana Burrosa
- 10mm 16" circular needles
- 10mm DPNs
Chunky Twist Headband by Suzy Rai
One size
To make this ear warmer, you will need:
- 55-64m of super bulky yarn
- Some ideas include: one ball of Estelle Merino Big, Good Grief Lana Burrosa, King Cole Big Value Super Chunky, or Jody Long Andeamo
- 10mm needles
Winterfell 2.0 Beanie by Smeeny Made Wild
One size
To make this hat, you will need
- 71-91m of Super Bulky Yarn (100g = approx. 45m)
- 2 balls of Yarnalia Softy is perfect for this project
- 10mm 16" circular needles
- 10mm DPNs
Fair + Square Washcloth by Purl Soho
One size
To make this washcloth, you will need:
- 119m of worsted/aran weight cotton yarn
- Some ideas include: 2 balls of Estelle Sudz, 1 skein of Good Grief Cotton Worsted, or 1 skein of Mirasol Winqu
- 4.5mm needles
- 4.5mm DPNs
General Ideas
The best last-minute gifts are items such as the following:
- small items like ear warmers or neckerchiefs
- anything that uses bulky or super bulky yarn
As the final stitches find their place, and the joy of handmade giving fills your heart, revel in the magic of creating something special, even in the eleventh hour. These quick-knit wonders are not just gifts; they're expressions of love, thoughtfulness, and the delightful chaos of crafting under pressure. So, embrace the art of last-minute making, and may your gifts be cherished by those lucky enough to receive them. Happy knitting!