How’s everybody doing? All caught up on your handmade gifts?
If you are, then good for you! If you’re not… join the club! Fortunately, there are still some quick, good-looking projects that you (and I) can make at the last minute. And if you still can’t quite finish, well… we have some options at the end of this post.
When I’m in a pinch, I go big! Take a look at the Coffee Beans and Sugar Cubes hats.
What I like about them:
- Knit in Uptown Super Bulky on size 11 needles, they go really fast.
- They’re designed to take one ball each of two colors – and you can get two hats out of those two skeins!
- Did I mention they were really fast?
I’ve made more than a few of these, and they’ve always been popular. My most recent set were super bright for two friends, who loved them.
These are also available as a kit from your LYS.
Are you a crocheter? How about the Racing Cowl?
This takes just one skein of self-striping Uptown Super Bulky Amplify on a size N-15 (10mm) hook.
If you want to knit something bulky but not super-bulky, try the Latta Park Hat and Mittens from e-book Colorful Commute.
I made one of these myself, and it was fun and easy. The Classic Shades Frenzy is a smart choice because it lends visual interest without extra work – always a consideration when you’re on a deadline.
As a little holiday gift, we’re running a giveaway of the Latta Park Hat and Mittens. (Also, consider signing up for our newsletter. Subscribers already heard about this!)
You can enter this coupon code by going to the Latta Park Hat and Mittens page on Ravelry, and entering FRENZY at the “use a coupon code” link that appears during purchase. Use it by 12/23.
Finally, if you’re just not gonna make it, we still have some options. How about a card to let your giftee know that their gift is on the way? We made a few printable options for you.
Regardless of how your holiday gifting turns out, we hope you’ll be able to make time to slow down and enjoy the season as best you can.
Happy crafting!
