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Introducing 30(ish) Days of Gift Knitting

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30(ish)days of gift knittingNow that Thanksgiving is behind us, it’s time to really start thinking about the holidays, and I, for one, am completely unprepared.

I always decide at the last minute (aka, right about now) that I want to knit a bunch of things for holiday gifting, but I also want to knit a few things for myself, so I know that I need patterns that are quick, easy, cute and giftable.

You probably do, too, right?

So here we go. 30(ish) days of gift knitting starts now. I know there aren’t really 30 days left, but that’s OK.

Some days there will be many pattern options on a theme, some days there will be just one. Some will be patterns I designed, some I’ve knit but didn’t design, some I just like the look of and might be knitting in the future.

Each one should be more than doable in the time left before the holidays (though that doesn’t mean you can knit all of them, obviously).

At the end of the season I hope to gather them all into one massive gift-knitting linkfest that will live on to serve us for years to come.

Looking for more Thanksgiving patterns check these out on Etsy. super bulky socks gift knitting

So, to begin. Speaking of things I want to knit for myself, I give you these Super Bulky Socks (you might call them slippers, whatever, they’re knit like socks) from Liat at KnitFreedom. They’re a free pattern when you sign up for her newsletter.

You can work them toe up or top down and they use less than 100 yards of super bulky yarn so they’re quick and easy on the wallet, too.

I’m definitely making some for myself.

And maybe for someone else, too.

Do you have a favorite go-to holiday or otherwise gift-knitting pattern? I’d love to hear about it and potentially add it to these posts.

[Photo via KnitFreedom.]

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Vintage Bed Socks Knitting Pattern – A Cozy Little Gift Project With Old-Fashioned Charm

There is something wonderfully nostalgic about a pair of handmade bed socks, isn’t there? They are practical, pretty, and just the sort of project that feels like it belongs beside a cup of tea, a good film, and a basket of wool that is pretending not to be overflowing.

This vintage Bed Socks knitting pattern is one of those sweet little patterns that still feels useful today. Originally from the Jaeger Hand-Knit Series No. 44, the design features a simple garter-stitch foot, a ribbed cuff, eyelet holes, a crochet chain tie, and little tassel-style pom-poms at the front. The original pattern even describes them as “a very acceptable present,” and honestly, I don’t think much has changed there.

These would make a lovely handmade gift for someone who is always cold, someone recovering or resting, or anyone who appreciates a bit of old-fashioned comfort. They would also be beautiful as a Mother’s Day gift, a winter birthday present, a Christmas stocking filler, or a “just because you deserve cozy feet” project.

The pattern itself is delightfully simple in construction. The socks are knitted flat, beginning at the lower edge, with the foot worked in garter stitch before moving into the ribbed upper section. The decorative eyelet row allows for a crochet chain cord to be threaded through, and the finishing tassels give the socks that charming vintage look. The top edge is finished with a row of double crochet, which adds a neat handmade touch.

The original measurements list the socks as approximately 10½ inches from the top to the lower edge of the heel, with a 9¾ inch foot length, and the pattern notes that the size can be adapted. As with many vintage knitting patterns, modern knitters will want to check gauge carefully and choose a soft yarn that feels comfortable against the skin. A cozy wool blend, soft acrylic, or washable yarn would all work depending on whether you are making these for everyday use or as a special gift.

I especially love that this pattern has that “giftable” quality without being a massive project. It is small enough to feel achievable, but still special enough that the finished pair looks thoughtful. And let’s be honest, handmade socks with pom-poms are always going to beat a last-minute candle from the supermarket.

The PDF version has been cleaned up and formatted for easier reading while keeping the original vintage design intact. It also includes a modern pink mockup image and the original vintage scan, so you get both the historical charm and a fresh idea of how the finished socks could look today.

If you enjoy vintage knitting patterns, cozy handmade gifts, or quick projects that feel useful rather than just decorative, this sweet little bed socks pattern is a lovely one to add to your collection.

You can find the Vintage Bed Socks Knitting Pattern PDF in the CraftGossip Etsy store.

For supplies, this is also a nice stash-friendly project. A soft yarn from Mary Maxim or Amazon would work well, and if you make pom-poms regularly, a small pom-pom maker is one of those inexpensive tools that saves a surprising amount of fiddling.