Are you looking for unique knitting gifts for that special someone in your life? Scroll down and take a look at these seven amazing knitting gift ideas, suitable for all knitters whether they’ve just started or have been knitting for years. No matter what your budget is, I know I can help you give a gift that they will love!
1 awesome knitting gift for beginner knitters
For pure cosiness! The shawl is knitted sideways on straight knitting needles, with co-ordinating ribbon threaded through afterwards and tassels created at the points.
The design uses chunky buttery-soft baby alpaca yarn and large knitting needles which makes this a quick project. The easy pattern is suitable for beginners who have mastered the basic stitches, or more experienced knitters wanting a quick project using a gorgeous hand dyed yarn.
The kit includes 200grams of chunky baby alpaca, the co-ordinating hand dyed recycled sari or chiffon silk ribbon, plus a printed copy of the knitting pattern.
One of my lovely customers bought this kit at a local yarn show, telling me that she had just got the hang of the knit and purl stitches. Just a couple of days later she sent me a picture of herself proudly wearing the shawl, enthusing about how much she had enjoyed knitting it!
2 sensational knitting gifts for intermediate knitters
For everyday luxury! This asymmetrical curved shawl is knitted in stocking stitch sections with very easy shaping. Use straight knitting needles or work back and forth on a circular needle if you prefer.
This kit is fabulous gift for an intermediate knitter. Choose from 2 luxury yarns in the kit in your preferred colourway. Many of my customers use this pattern over and over with different yarns as they love the design so much!
The kit includes 100grams of 4ply Silky Seacell or 4ply Tranquil yarn, plus a printed copy of the knitting pattern.
For a winter treat! This seamless textured hat is knitted in the round on a circular knitting needle.
The hat is knitted using merino silk yarn, which gives it a lovely drape and feels beautifully soft and warm. The textured stitches add interest without being fiddly to knit.
The kit includes 100grams of aran-weight merino silk yarn, plus a printed copy of the knitting pattern.
It includes the same yarn as used for the Rhombile Brioche Scarf, making them a great combination gift!
3 stunning knitting gifts for advanced knitters
For lovers of delicate lace! This rectangular-shaped wrap is knitted in an easy contemporary lace pattern with garter stitch borders. The luxurious silk and baby camel blend yarn results in a stunningly soft and lightweight wrap. It is a delight to knit with and a treat to wear!
I recommend using straight bamboo or wooden knitting needles to easily hold the stitches in place during the project. This kit is a great introduction to lace knitting for intermediate knitters looking to try out finer projects.
The kit includes 100grams of Lace Tranquil yarn plus a printed copy of the knitting pattern.
For knitters wanting to try something different! This classic shape scarf is knitted using the Brioche technqiue, giving a stunning reversible textured finish.
The knit kit includes 200grams of luxurious aran-weight merino silk yarn, which has fabulous drape and a beautiful soft feel against the skin. It is the same yarn as used for the Slouchie Twist Beanie Hat knit kit, making them a great combination gift!
For advanced knitters who love intricate stitchwork! This stunning long wrap was designed by Bronagh Miskelly for the gorgeous silk and seaweed-derived yarn included in the kit.
The wrap uses a variety of beautiful stitch designs in panels along its length, with a pointed edge.
The knit kit includes 200grams of luxurious 4ply Silk Seacell yarn, which has amazing drape and a stunning sheen. A printed copy of the pattern is also included, containing written instructions and charts throughout.
How are the kits packaged?
All of these kits are available with two packaging options. Your best choice depends on whether the kit is for yourself or if you intend to give it as a gift. The packaging choice impacts on the materials used and the shipping cost of the parcel.
No packaging
The yarn will be wound flat in the mailing box on top of the printed pattern.
This is the most cost-effective way to ship the kit via Royal Mail as it can generally be sent at Large Letter rates. This option also minimises waste as it has no additional packaging.
This is the most cost-effective choice if you’ll be making the kit yourself.
Gift box
This simple packaging is ready to wrap and gift to the recipient. It is used for all kits containing one skein of yarn for the project.
The box is fully recyclable. It contains the skein of yarn with a folded copy of the printed pattern and a kit contents card.
Organza bag
This drawstring bag packaging is ready to wrap and gift to the recipient. The bag is used for kits containing two or more skeins of yarn, which would not fit into a gift box.
The bag is not recyclable but can be reused many times as a project bag. It contains the yarn skeins with a folded copy of the printed pattern and a kit contents card.
Not sure which kit would be suitable, or looking for a stocking filler?
No problem – just buy a Perran Yarns Gift Certificate from my Etsy shop!
Gift certificates are available for amounts from £10 upwards, and are valid for up to 12 months. They make a delightful gift for a knitter as they can choose exactly what they like best!
You may be wondering how a gift certificate for my Etsy shop would work. It’s really easy:
When you purchase I’ll create a certificate with your specific code. You can choose email or postal delivery, either to you or direct to the recipient.
The recipient can purchase as normal from my Etsy shop and enter the code from the certificate at checkout to make the purchase.
If they want to purchase more than the certificate amount they can pay the outstanding amount at checkout.
If they purchase less than the certificate amount, after ordering I’ll send them a new code for the remaining balance.
Easy!