Discover 15 exciting Advent MKALs to cast on this December! This round-up gathers mystery mittens, socks, hats, cowls, and shawls that are perfect for scraps, minis, or leftover stash yarn. All patterns are available in English, with clues released throughout the month. If you love colorwork, texture, and daily surprises, there’s a festive project waiting to brighten your holiday knitting.

talvi knits advent calendar returns in 2025! From December 1 to 24, a different knitting pattern will go on sale for 24 hours, with discounts growing each day. Expect a mix of newer releases and fan favorites... plus a little surprise on Christmas Day! Announcements go out daily to newsletter subscribers.

Step into a new Gilded Age of cozy knits! In this post I take you behind the scenes of Gilded Haze, a circular yoke sweater inspired by the fluffy glow of silk mohair yarn. Learn how the idea grew from yarn choice to finished design, explore the construction details, and discover tips on fit, shaping, and yarn substitutions. Elegant yet easy to knit, Gilded Haze is warmth and hazy glamour wrapped in one.

What does “slip 1” really mean? In this post, you’ll learn seven ways to slip a stitch, from the four basic methods every knitter should know to more advanced techniques like slipping two stitches together and the special sl1yo used in brioche knitting. Discover how stitch orientation and yarn position affect your fabric, and master when (and why) to slip purlwise or knitwise.

Inspired by the annual Draconid meteor showers, Draconides is a shimmering mohair sweater dress worked top-down with compound raglan shaping for a custom fit. Featuring a henley neckline, two sleeve options, optional empire waist, and a delicate lace hem, this tunic-length dress is as versatile as the fall skies. Available in 10 sizes with bust shaping options, it’s perfect for cozy days in or festive nights out.

Colorwork takes center stage in the Fall 2025 new knitting book lineup. Explore Nordic heritage with Nordic Sailors' & Fishermen's Sweaters, Happy Nordic Knits, and Spectacular: Modern Danish Knitting. Travel to the Northern Atlantic archipelagos for Traditional Knits from the Faroe Islands and Fair Isle Knitting Tradition. Finally, head stateside with Knitting the U.S.A. with 50 beanies celebrating every state's landmarks and landscapes.