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!
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Do you have a special little one in your life? These two fun knits
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.
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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/pockets in warmer climates.
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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 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 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?
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Nothing like the last minute!
Cheers,
