Knit a Whole Set of Ribbed Garments Out of Your Dreams

I started to share one of these patterns before, but when I saw it was going to be a whole set I knew I needed to wait until they were all released to share because otherwise I’d just have to keep sharing them over and over.

The Boston series from Magdalena Parker (these are all Ravelry links, by the way) started with the skirt, which is a curve hugging, shapely skirt worked (like all the pieces are) in a wide 6 by 2 ribbed pattern. There’s narrower ribbing at the waistband to make a foldover elastic casing, and at the bottom edge. It’s worked in the round from the top down is sport weight yarn and comes in 10 sizes. It’s suggested you pick a size 4 inches/10 cm smaller than your actual hip measurement.

This one was released with the coordinating sweater, a top down crew neck that’s meant to be worn with about 12 inches/30 cm positive ease, which is a nice contrast with the skirt. These all call for luxurious cashmere yarn, but you can use something a little more budget friendly if you like.

Those two pieces alone would be plenty to make a great outfit or be worn separately, but now there’s also a V-neck sweater and a crew neck vest and V-neck vest. Ease on the vest is considerably less, with about 2 inches/5 cm of positive ease suggested. That makes it possible to wear the vest as a tank top if you want.

So basically you could knit this whole set and have a zillion options for mixing and matching. I only wish there were a bundle so you could buy several of the patterns at a discount!

This designer as it turns out seems to love to make sets, so if you want to be matchy matchy check out their other designs, some of which include socks, hats or even pillows. So fun!

[Photo: Magdalena Parker]

A Little Ribbed Tank Knitting Pattern [Knitting]

Bold Ribbed Shrug Knitting Pattern [Knitting]

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.

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