Gifts For Knitters

[We have a sign in our window that says “Gifts for Knitters”.  Every time I see it, I think of the line “Votes for Women” from the song “Sister Suffragettes” in Mary Poppins.  Just thought you might want to know.]

It’s getting closer to Christmas (Hanukkah, Winter Solstice, your winter holiday of choice).  If you have a knitter in your life and are trying to come up with a thoughtful and useful gift, let me give you some ideas.

Books – Check out this post for some great book ideas.  In addition, we have Knit, Swirl and Knit One, Knit All which have been big hits this year in the knitting world.  If you know a knitter who likes to knit socks, we have several sock knitting books which could be paired with a skein of sock yarn for a lovely gift set.

Debbie Macomber – Does the knitter in your life read the Debbie Macomber books (or do you and do you want to get said knitter reading the books)?  We have the first couple of books in the Blossom Street series along with a couple of accompanying pattern books.  You could even add in some of the Debbie Macomber yarn (from Universal yarns) like Wild Meadow, Morning Glory Cotton, or Petals.

Yarn – We carry some “fun” yarns that would be a great addition to any knitter’s stash.  Who wouldn’t love a little Bamboo Bloom in their life?

We recently got in some Baby Alpaca Chunky from Cascade which feels just delicious!

For those who like to really buy local, we have our “Sheep to Shop” yarn.  This is the yarn that we purchased as raw wool from Lamb’s Quarters then took to the mill for processing and spinning.  In addition to the yarn itself, we have made photobooks that show the processing steps.

We also carry Lavishea, a wonderful lotion bar that knitters love because it keeps our hands from drying out without getting them oily.

For our Packer fans, let’s not forget Old ‘92!  This yarn from Dear Husband is a Green, Gold and White colorway, specifically designed for Green Bay fanatics!  We have this yarn in worsted wool, superwash wool, and sock yarn (wool, nylon, and cashmere). 

And then, there is the ever popular gift certificate!  This allows you to let your knitting friend purchase whatever they choose from The Knitting Nest completely guilt free – because you’ve already paid the bill!

If you are still unsure, that’s OK, too.  Just stop in and ask one of us for help – I’m sure we can come up with some other ideas as well!

Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays!!