We’re coming down to the wire when it comes to holiday gifts – Christmas is only 2 weeks away! So, if you’re like me, and scrambling to think of some last minute gifts for those on your list, I have a few suggestions for you, both big and small.
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“For it is in giving that we receive” – Francis of Assisi
The holidays are upon us! (Happy Hanukkah!). If you are looking for a quick decorating project – or a quick gift – you can’t go wrong with the newest member of the Scrub-A-Dub club check out the sweet free Christmas Bauble Washcloth pattern.
Read more »Rejoice, Swish lovers, Swish Bulky is back in nine lovely colors ranging from our most popular rich and delicious jewel toned heathers to our subtly sophisticated complementary neutrals. A virtue of being a bulky in this ever-versatile fine superwash merino fiber means this yarn will work up fast, making it an excellent choice for beginners and experts alike.
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We’re soooo close to the end of our 12 Weeks of Gifting series, and the knits are getting bulkier by the week. With the idea of creating quick gifts for those remaining folks on your lists (or for just for you!), our remaining patterns will be ones that should take no more* than a weekend.
*in theory (wink)
The mercury is dropping steadily for those of us north of the 45th parallel, which has us seeking the warmth and comfort of a squishy oversized hat, much like the Swoop Beanie. The twisty stitch pattern looks amazing in variegated colorways, and …
Proof that you CAN have your cake, and knit it, too! For the month of December, you’ll be able to save 20% on all Stroll Gradient*, our go-to choice for automatic ombrés, built-in pop colors, and bold contrasts. Ideal for shawls and sweaters, this soft, strong Superwash Merino and nylon blend makes for marvelous easy-care knits, including projects destined for gifting.
Happy December! It’s the month of cozy snuggling up in your warm hand knits… while frantically last-minute gift knitting! We hope you started early and aren’t too overwhelmed with gifts yet to be made, but perhaps the smaller of these sweet Plant Cozies is a good option for a quick project. The pattern is by SpillyJane and is offered as a free pattern, our gift to you, along with these calendar wallpaper downloads!
To get the December 2018 calendar background of your choosing (smart phones, tablets or desktop computers), simply click the applicable device icon below. Enjoy!
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