More Than a Dozen Gifts You Can Knit Before the Holidays!

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December 3, 2010

More Than a Dozen Gifts You Can Knit Before the Holidays!

Well, maybe it's not your absolute last chance—there are 25 days until Christmas, and a few years ago I knit a garter stitch scarf for someone on December 23rd—but we're cutting it close!

I thought you might appreciate a few ideas for last-minute gifts; there's time to knit any one of these projects!

Do you have a special little one in your life? The two fun knits at left are sure to please!

I love the Fiesta Tea Set (far left)! The colors evoke the classic dinnerware perfectly, and they're surprisingly easy to knit—each piece starts with a circle and builds from there.

And the Miniature Cowichan Cardigan (near left)? Precious. I have a collection of little bears in sweaters and whenever I have little girl guests, they play with the bears for hours. I may just have to make a new sweater for one of my own little bears.

Mitts are a fantastic choice for last-minute knitting. They're fast and the design options are endless.

Cornflower Mitts (far left) and Rib and Cable Mitts (near left) are two easy, quick patterns that'll meet your gift-giving needs.

And these are good for men or women—just change the color to please the recipient! Mitts also work for warm and cold climates alike. Slip them on inside in colder areas and keep them in your car, handbag, or pockets in warmer climates.

Hats are wonderful gifts that are great for us knitters, too. I can whip up a hat in a few days knitting time, and with the beautiful patterns at left, so can you!

The Zigzag Beanie (far left) is just beautiful, and knit up in a kid mohair, it's soft and warm, too. The Zigzag is a feminine hat that'll please any gal on your list.

And now, my favorite. With its snowflake section, the Felicity Hat (above left) is a striking winter topper. The hat is made up of a Fair Isle strip and three short-row wedges—clever and fun!

This hat would work equally well for men or women—how about the Felicity and Frank Hats?

Nothing like the last minute!

Cheers,

P.S. Keep reading for even more gift ideas from Interweave!

Kathleen Cubley
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Quick Knits that make Perfect Gifts!

The holidays are right around the corner, which means time is running out to finish handmade creations! These little projects knit up quickly and make wonderful gifts for just about anyone on your list! Find something perfect for her, for him, for kids, and for the home. And, best of all, there is time to knit them!

Gifts for Her:

Overdyed Ragg Scarf
by Nancy Shroyer

This easy-knitted lace scarf is worked in blocks of three colors. Worked in two pieces from the ends to the center, the scarf is grafted at center. Plus, the two-row lace pattern is completely reversible. Learn more.

Little Gems Mitts
by Donna Kay

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Donna Kay knitted her half-finger mitts entirely in the round for ease of working, with an afterthought thumb added during finishing. Learn more.

Gifts for Him:

Pine Cone Scarf
by Robin Melanson

Using the familiar Old Shale pattern for this fringed scarf, working just one pattern repeat with a double strand of dark, richly variegated yarn produces a chunky effect. Learn more.

His-Her Crew and Knee Socks

by Priscilla Gibson-Roberts

Sock expert Priscilla Gibson-Roberts worked these knee and crew socks from the toe up and used her favorite short-row shaping technique for the heel and toe. Learn more.

Gifts for Kids:

Brioche Helmet Hat
by Kelly Bridges

The designer used brioche stitch to create earflap hats that cling to the ears. For extra warmth, she's worked this hat with a double strand of alpaca. It's done in the round from the bottom up, and the earflaps are shaped with short rows. Learn more.

Old World Booties
by Gryphon Perkins

The designer loves to find fun ways to bring back historical fashions. Here she offers three styles, each of which comes in three sizes, from newborn to crawler. These booties also make a great surface for embellishment. Learn more.

Gifts for Home:

Garter Stripe Chair Pads
by Erica Alexander

The worn-out rush seats on her kitchen chairs inspired the designer to make these simple garter-stitch pads. Learn more.

Mitered Square Rug
by Katy Ryan

Thick cotton yarn is worked in mitered garter-stitch squares that build one upon the other in Katy Ryan’s colorful rug. This rug is a surprisingly quick way to add a little color and comfort to a room. Learn more.

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