We bring you 10 must-have kits from our super-handy gift guide.

Knitting and crochet gifts for crafters

Treat yourself, or the crafter in your life, to a new creative journey! We’ve put together a selection of our favourite kits, with some irresistible savings, making it the perfect time to stock up on gifts and stocking fillers. 

Kits for beginners

Grazier Scarf

A perfect pattern for someone new to knitting. This kit will help you learn the basics of knitting: how to start, the knit stitch, and how to finish. You’ll get used to holding the needles, and how to move the yarn, and with chunky yarn, you’ll have a cosy scarf in no time.

Knitters of Tomorrow

Inspire the next generation with this child-friendly knitting kit. It covers all the basics needed to help someone start their knitting journey: how to begin, the knit stitch, and how to finish. Broken down into “lessons”, the guide takes a step-by-step approach to learning to knit, and includes instructions on how to make a hat or a scarf.

Kits for fashion lovers

Napoli Crochet Beanie

Settle down and enjoy the slow rhythms of crocheting in the round. Each stitch will bring you a step closer to keeping your ears toasty on chilly morning walks. Add a pom pom for the perfect finishing touch.

Luca Pom Hat with Ivory White Pom Pom

Easy to knit up, this hat has a swirl pattern and is the perfect throw-on hat for keeping warm! You'll have a woolly hat to wear in no time and the contrasting big pom pom adds a fun, finishing touch.

Roma Striped Beanie

This bold beanie is so soft and warm that you'll look forward to chilly days, just so you can wear it! You'll also learn new techniques such as knitting in the round, colour changes, and how to make a pom pom for the perfect finishing touch.

Chunky Cable Headband

Looking for a quick knit? This stylish headband is the best project for a quick knit and learning how to cable. Perfect for those who want to keep warm but don't like wearing hats!

Freya Fingerless Gloves

Practical and beautiful, this is a classic knitters’ project. Learn to knit these fingerless gloves the easy way. Knitted flat, you'll be shown how to make the thumb and work short rows, all explained in a simple-to-follow pattern. It's the perfect pattern to knit as gifts or for keeping yourself toasty warm whilst you're out and about.

Kits for the home

Bounty Throw

Everyone needs a woollen throw to snuggle into! Our Bounty Throw is the perfect homeware accessory to add charm and warmth to any interior. The pattern is knitted whole with the pattern divided into easy-to-follow sections so you can stop and start at any time.

Skye Tassel Throw

Layered over a sofa or the end of your bed, the Skye Tassel Throw is perfect for adding soft texture to your home, with tassels providing a contemporary twist.

Lola Pom Slippers

Knit, throw 'em on, and relax. They're that easy. Our Lola Pom Slippers Knit Kit is aimed at giving new knitters a stress-free knitting experience, this kit contains everything you need to get started and learn the basic knitting techniques!

Don’t forget!

If you ever find yourself in need of a helping hand, we have knitting and crochet tutorials to guide you through each stitch, and a been-there-made-that team of crafting experts ready to answer your questions. Get in touch at hello@stitchandstory.com

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