The Cosy Edit: project ideas for winter

Published on August 27, 2024 by Sarah Jones

This time of year calls for the cosy comforts of crafting. Brew your favourite coffee blend, snuggle up with your duvet on the sofa and craft the day away! To inspire your next make for the chillier days, we’ve rounded up our picks for cosy day makes and winter crafts.

Chunky knitted blankets

There's nothing quite like the warmth of a chunky knitted blanket. Grab some of the most super duper chunky yarns and create your very own super cosy blankets to stay warm through the winter months!

Dendrite Throw

#1342 Forest Pansy - Blanket Knitting Pattern for Home in Valley Yarns Haydenville Bulky or Valley Superwash Bulky

Tucked up in tweed

Tweed is making a comeback this winter, and for good reason: it's heardwearing, perfect for chilly morning walks or for staying toasty indoors. Not only that, but its timeless look will make it a staple in your winter wradrobe for years to come!

" Morag " - Jumper Knitting Pattern For Women in Debbie Bliss Donegal Luxury Tweed Aran by Debbie Bliss

Winchester Pullover - Jumper Knitting Pattern for Women in Tahki Yarns Donegal Tweed Fine

Ponchos in Stylecraft Special XL & Special XL Tweed - 9884 - Downloadable PDF

Stay toasty with knitted socks

These knitted socks are the ideal winter warming project to have on your needles. Knit these as a lovely stocking filler for a friend, or keep your own toes warm in the colder months.

Novita Hellä-Cable Socks in Novita 7 Veljestä - Downloadable PDF

Virtual, English

Mindful stitching

As the pitter-patter of the rain hits your window, hibernate at home with a mindful needlecraft project. Cotton Clara embroidery and cross stitch kits are wonderful for mindfulness, to help you relax one stitch at a time. With simple stitches and easy to follow patterns, these are fabulous first projects to curl up with over a chilly weekend.

Zweigart Cozy Winter - 106-72 - Downloadable PDF

Anchor Folk Floral Cushion Cross Stitch Kit - 20x20

To unleash your creativity, Shikira has created a beautiful mindful embroidery tutorial, bursting with tantalising texture. Grab yarns of different weights, the whole colour wheel of threads (we love the Paintbox Crafts Stranded Cotton colour packs!) and a stash of beads and sequins for this fun embroidery project!

Head Over to the Mindful Embroidery Tutorial

Hats in hours!

For speedy mindful makes with super cosy results, a hat is always the answer! Cast on the free Anya Hat pattern, using the dreamy Debbie Bliss Merion yarn, for a brilliant bobble hat in just a few hours. Knitted in the round, it's just knit stitches to create the stockinette! Sit back, put on an audiobook or watch your favourite comfort film as you knit away.

Learn How to Knit a Hat in Just One Hour!

Stay snug and warm with beanie hats this winter! You can whip these hats up in no time with super chunky yarns like Paintbox Yarns Simply Super Chunky for the perfect Christmas present, or as a little treat for yourself.

Bright and Bold Stripe Set - Free Hat & Scarf Knitting Pattern for Women in Paintbox Yarns Wool Blend Super Chunky

Emery Hat

Ribbed Beanie Hat

Make your house a home

Home is where the heart is so take some time to create your own pocket of peace. Create a nook filled with handmade soft furnishings and simple storage to give your house that homey feel we love.

Hot Water Bottle Cover - Knitting Pattern for Christmas in Debbie Bliss Cashmerino Aran

How to make a rag quilt

Tidy Up Storage Baskets - Free Bag Crochet Pattern For Home in Paintbox Yarns Recycled T-Shirt

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About the Author

Sarah Jones

Sarah Jones is Content Manager at LoveCrafts. Lover of chunky yarns and colourful paper crafts, Sarah works with the in-house team and a whole load of talented content creators to keep makers informed and inspired!

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