Day 17 Winner – Knitting

I feel like a bit of a winner because I made it through this whole 17 days of giveaways and am only waiting for one more address so that I can send out a shelf full of goodies to places all over the country (and even a couple of places in Canada!). There’s one more winner to announce, though, and that’s number 38 from the Romi Hill comments, also known as Candy, who says knitting is therapeutic and helps her focus while listening at church.

Congratulations to everyone who one, and a huge thank you to everyone who took part. This really was a lot of fun for me, and I’m so thrilled at the giant stack of stuff that’s making its way out of my office really soon.

If you didn’t win, you should know that I have now an even bigger pile of stuff I want to give away because I just spent the weekend cleaning off my bookshelves. I intend to continue to do about one giveaway a week, but I think I’m taking this week off!

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Trending now — and for good reason!

Alright fellow knitters, if you’ve been scrolling through Instagram or Pinterest lately, you’ve probably spotted the Sabai Top popping up everywhere. And let me tell you — the hype is totally justified. This lightweight, drapey top by PaulaStrickt has quickly become a must-knit, and it’s easy to see why.

The Sabai Top has that magical mix of style and simplicity. With its elegant A-line shape, soft rolled neckline, and relaxed fit, it flatters every body and suits just about every wardrobe. It’s knit top-down in the round, which means no seams (yes please!), and it flows beautifully thanks to its clever shaping.

It’s ideal for warmer weather and perfect for layering. I’ve seen it styled casually over jeans or thrown over a sundress, and honestly? It looks stunning every single time. That easy, wearable style is what’s made this one take off in the knitting world right now.

PaulaStrickt’s instructions are beautifully laid out, with both English and German versions included. It’s written with clarity and care, and includes helpful photos throughout. I’d say it’s best for confident beginners and up — if you’re comfortable knitting in the round and shaping, you’ll be right at home.

The sizing is generous and inclusive, and it’s so adaptable with different fibres. Linen, cotton, bamboo blends — they all shine in this pattern. I’ve cast on with a blush cotton-linen from my stash, and it’s knitting up like a dream.

This is one of those patterns you just know you’ll make more than once. The fit, the drape, the ease… it’s everything I want in a handmade top. No wonder it’s trending — it’s the kind of timeless knit that never really goes out of style.

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