
It’s that time of year again – the holidays are rapidly approaching and it’s time to decide who gets a handmade item and what we want to make for them! Nothing says “home” like the holidays, and the Yarnistas have gathered some fantastic suggestions for this gift making season – for our homes!
Double Thick Diagonally Crocheted Pot Holder
Suggested by: Lesley
Sizes:
- One Size
Supplies:
- Hook – 5.0 mm (H)
- Yarn – Worsted Weight Cotton or Wool
Yarn suggestions:
- Berroco Pima Cotton
- Kelbourne Woolens Germantown
Flower Power Pot Holder
Sizes:
- One Size
Supplies:
- Hook – 3.75 mm (F)
- Yarn – Worsted Weight Cotton or Wool
Yarn suggestions:
- Blue Sky Sweater
- De Rerum Natura Gilliatt
Crocheted Baskets
Suggested by: Lesley
Sizes:
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small in short/tall; medium with lid; large; x-large; small placemat
Supplies:
- Hook -3.5 mm (E)
- Yarn -95 – 660 Yards DK Weight Yarn for 3 piece set
Yarn suggestions:
- Kelbourne Woolens Mojave
- Berroco Pima Cotton
- Berroco Pima Soft
Quilted Lattice Knit Jewelry Frame
Suggested by: Jillian
Sizes:
- Small 5 x 7 in. (12.5 x 18 cm); Large 8 x 10 in. (20.5 x 25.5 cm)
Supplies:
- Needles – US 5 – 3.75 mm
- Yarn – 245 – 490 yards DK Weight
- either 5×7” or 8×10” frame
Yarn suggestions:
- Berroco Pure Wool DK
Granite Stitch Mini Basket
Suggested by: Jillian
Sizes:
- One Size 7.5″ circ x 2″ tall
Supplies:
- Hook – 3.75 mm (F)
- 20 – 25 yards (18 – 23 m) Worsted Weight Yarn
Yarn suggestions:
- Berroco Pima Cotton
- Blue Sky Sweater
Kitamu Cup Cuddler
Suggested by: Alex
Sizes:
- One Size
Supplies:
- Needles – US 6 – 4.0 mm
- Yarn – 25 – 28 yards (23 – 26 m) Worsted/Aran Weight
Yarn suggestions:
- Berroco Wizard
- Stonewool Cormo
Chardonnay Wine Bottle Cozy
Suggested by: Heather
Sizes:
- One Size
Supplies:
- Hooks: 3.75 mm (F) / 4.0 mm (G) / 5.0 mm (H)
- Yarn: 160 – 170 yards (146 – 155 m) worsted weight
Yarn suggestions:
- Berroco Pure Wool
- De Rerum Natura Gilliatt
- Knitting for Olive Heavy Merino
Jar Cover
Suggested by: Christina
Sizes:
- One Size; Adjustable
Supplies:
- Hook: 2.0 mm
- Yarn: fingering or sport weight weight
Yarn suggestions:
- Spun Right Round Tough Sock
- Miss Babs Yummy 2 Ply
Twisted Textures Wine Cozy
Suggested by: Heather
Sizes:
- One Size Fits Standard 750 ml Size Wine Bottles
Supplies:
- Hook: 4.0 mm (G)
- Yarn: 140 – 150 yards (128 – 137 m) Worsted/Aran weight yarn
Yarn suggestions:
- De Rerum Natura Gilliatt
- Berroco Wizard
Vanilla Chai Cup Cozy
Suggested by: Sam
Sizes:
- One Size
Supplies:
- Needles: US 5 – 3.75 mm
- Yarn: 34 – 102 yards (31 – 93 m) Worsted Weight
Yarn suggestions:
- Manos de Uruguay Sami & Marla
Mini Yarn Knit Cozy
Suggested by: Maiah
Sizes:
- Two Sizes: to fit a 20-gram or 50-gram skein
Supplies:
- Needle:US 1 – 2.25 mm
- Yarn:50 – 70 yards (46 – 64 m)
Yarn suggestions:
- Friea Minis
- Miss Babs Toes