YarnCraft Episode 54 :: Stitch with Love — Gift Ideas for Every Age
17 Nov
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On today’s episode of YarnCraft, Liz & Zontee talk about great projects for everyone on your gift list, from kids to adults. Check off your list with quick projects from a stylish scarf for your brother-in-law to funky leg-warmers for your niece.
We also share comments from listeners like you about what they’re making this season. Share your own gift-making ideas and ambitions here on the blog!
Patterns discussed include:
- Coming Home Poncho
- Hooded Baby Poncho
- Handmade Holiday Stocking
- Holiday Throw
- Koko Kimono
- Babette Baby Coat
- State Fair Backpack
- Assorted Amigurumi
- Mittens
- Wristers
- Cable Bag
- Greenmarket Lunch Bag
- Bleecker Street Hat and Scarf
- Ruffle Shrug
- Capelet
- Thigh High Footless Socks
- Moon Water Clutch
- Boot Socks
- Easy Tweed Scarf
- Bucket Shoulder Bag
- Golightly Tote
- Easy Lace Shrug
- Textured Circle Shrug
- Weekend Retreat Cardi
- 5 1/2 Hour Throws and 6 Hour Afghans
- Felted Slip Ons
- Loom-Knit Chunky Footies
- Classic Cable Socks
- Felted Clutches
- Herdwick Dell Hat and Scarf
- Lauren Hat and Scarf
- Knitting Board Hat and Scarf sets
- Library Capelet
- Everyday Flair Bolero
- Knit Shrug
Stash This — Ideas for Your Crafting Life: We discuss great ornaments and decorative items for your home. We know that the holidays are just around the corner, so we stick to fast-finish projects to ensure that you’ll get them done in time!
- Puffy Snowflake
- Fancy Ornament
- Festive Santa
- Sparkling Snowman
- Cindy the Angel
- Gleeful Gingerbread Friend
- Happy Reindeer
- Holiday Ball
- Fair Isle Snowflake Ornament
- Festive Tree Skirt
- Christmas Stockings
- Holiday Welcome Wreath
On our next episode, yarn maven Lily Chin will be sharing her favorite hints & tips for knitters and crocheters from her two new books. Have a question? Share them — post a message on the blog or email us at yarncraft [at] lionbrand [dot] com! You can also call in at 774-452-YARN–that’s 774-452-9276.
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Celebrate the creativity of knitters, crocheters, and artisans with Liz & Zontee. As the holiday season approaches, we think of beautiful gifts to purchase, as well as inspiration for gifts that we can make on our own. Support handmade with today’s episode when we give shout-outs to makers of all kinds of yarn-related goods.