By Claudia Ostrop
… or: Ideas for your own wish list
Are you one of those people who gather gifts for their loved ones all year round and can check off their list by October at the latest, or are you part of the last-minute crowd? There's still a bit of time until gift-giving, but perhaps a few tips for yarn-related gifts will help you and ease some of the inevitable pre-Holiday stress.
If you enjoy knitting yourself, handmade gifts are, of course, perfect – and who doesn't love them?
There's not much time left until Christmas, so the knitted gift should be quick to make. Here are a few suggestions for quick projects that can easily be finished over the weekend:
How about a pair of hand warmers? Warm hands for mom, sister, or best friend? The Camelove mittens, with their long cuffs, can be knitted quickly with just one hank of Camel DK on thick needles and will certainly warm the heart of the recipient as a lovingly handmade gift!
Perfect for a winter walk is the Desert Shade cowl. It is knitted in two colors in rounds in a brioche stitch and looks fantastic with its differently colored ribs. This beautiful neck warmer, equally suitable for men and women, is also knitted with thick needles and our Camel DK. A budget-friendly alternative to pure camel wool is Alpaca Fino: wonderfully soft and available in many colors.
For a warm head, the Set Balance hat is a great choice. It is knitted in rounds from bottom to top in a simple rib pattern and becomes an eye-catcher with its stripes. Generously sized, it fits both women and men. How about a wonderfully elegant and soft version made of Cashmere Charis, our cashmere-merino blend? Our yarn Sayama is also excellent for this hat, and with its mix of baby llama and virgin wool, Sayama is also a guarantee for a soft, warm hat.
If you don't want to knit yourself but the recipient loves knitting, the Pascuali collection is an even greater source of inspiration for Christmas gifts! Here are a few tips:
So that the right needle size (or cable length) is always at hand, a knitting needle set would be a fantastic gift. How about a luxurious set from Chiaogoo?
The Twist Complete Set includes 13 pairs of needle tips ranging from 2.75 to 10 mm in size, six matching cables of different lengths, and various other accessories. A true "all-in-one" package! The set can, of course, be expanded at any time, as the tips and cables are also available individually.
Does the recipient still wind hanks of yarn using a chair – or even the outstretched arms of helpful people? Then a yarn swift made of steamed beech wood might be a lovely alternative. A yarn winder would go perfectly with it, ensuring flawlessly wound balls of yarn!
Of course, every knitting enthusiast loves beautiful yarn: you will find fantastic yarns for every taste and all kinds of projects in the Pascuali collection.
For proper care of handmade pieces, a good wool wash is indispensable. Detergent as a Christmas gift? Yes! The Wool & Cashmere Organic Detergent comes in an elegant glass bottle with a wooden lid, not only looking particularly stylish but also providing perfect care for wool and delicate items. It's super economical to use and suitable for both hand and machine washing.
Even small things bring joy: how about a set of stitch markers? You can never have too many of those. And if they’re also so pretty, even better! A set of stitch holders would also be a welcome gift. For those who enjoy knitting from charts, a practical chart holder would be an excellent choice.
If time becomes too tight before Christmas, digital gifts are always an option. Even "last minute," gift cards work perfectly. Or how about one of our Pascuali Collezioni magazines as an e-book? The included patterns can then be downloaded as PDF files using a code.
Maybe we could give you some lovely inspiration and take away a bit of the gift stress. Or perhaps we’ve given you some ideas for your own wish list?
We wish you a relaxed rest of the pre-Holiday season, and when the time comes, a Merry Christmas!
