Knitted Gifts for Autumn Evenings
Knitted Gifts for Autumn Evenings
October evenings are made for slow, creative projects — the kind that keep your hands busy while the kettle boils and the nights draw in. This week we’re celebrating those comforting moments with three joyful knitting patterns that make perfect handmade gifts. Whether you’re knitting for a loved one, stocking a craft fair table, or simply adding charm to your home, these small projects will bring plenty of warmth to your autumn evenings.
Our Pattern of the Week is the Mince Pie Knitting Pattern, available with 20% off using code FITTINGPIE20 until Monday. Alongside it, we’ll explore the knitted Cupcake and knitted Unicorn designs — each one easy to make, satisfying to finish, and a guaranteed way to spread a little cheer this season.
Pattern of the Week: Mince Pie
The Mince Pie Knitting Pattern brings a touch of festive comfort to your knitting basket long before December. With its patterned pastry edge, holly topping and yummy-looking talcum powder dusting, it’s a perfect project for cosy evenings by the fire. Display a few on a plate for a whimsical decoration, or gift one to a friend with a sweet tooth. Use code FITTINGPIE20 at checkout for 20% off this week only.
Cupcakes to Sweeten Your Décor
The Cupcake Knitting Pattern is a favourite for brightening shelves, children’s play kitchens, or handmade gift boxes. Mix icing colours to create your own bakery assortment — strawberry pink, chocolate brown or lemon yellow all look deliciously realistic. Add a ribbon loop to turn your cupcakes into hanging decorations, or group them in a tin for a teddy-bears picnic treat.
Unicorn Magic for Creative Minds
The Unicorn Knitting Pattern adds a little imagination to your autumn makes. With its soft mane, sparkly horn and gentle expression, it’s perfect for gifts that capture a child’s sense of wonder. Choose pastel shades for a relaxed, dreamy look or go bold with rainbow yarn for something magical. A handmade unicorn also makes a thoughtful bedtime companion or shelf decoration.
Making the Most of Your Autumn Knits
All three of these patterns are quick, cheerful projects that make ideal handmade gifts for friends, teachers, or family members. Here are a few easy ways to personalise and present them beautifully:
- Add tags or labels: tie a simple kraft label with the date and your initials to each piece for a handmade touch.
- Use gift boxes: small knitted cupcakes or mince pies look lovely tucked into a paper box with tissue and ribbon.
- Combine designs: pair a mince pie with a unicorn or cupcake for a mix of festive and fun.
- Keep extras ready: these knits store easily — perfect for last-minute presents as winter approaches.
Care and Materials
All three patterns use DK yarn, making them accessible and affordable to knit. They’re small enough to finish in an evening and ideal for using leftover yarn from bigger projects. For shape and structure, lightly stuff your knits with toy filling or offcuts. Each pattern includes clear instructions and photographs, so even beginner knitters can achieve neat results with confidence.
Pattern Links Recap
• Mince Pie – Pattern of the Week (FITTINGPIE20)
• Cupcake Knitting Pattern
• Unicorn Knitting Pattern
Did You Miss Last Week?
We celebrated autumn flowers and adding a dash of colour to your decor, with the Knitted Sunflower (Pattern of the Week), Knitted Daisy and Knitted Thistle patterns — perfect for brightening dark evening and grey days. Read last Tuesday’s post.
Ready to Knit?
Download the Mince Pie PDF Knitting Pattern Available Now!
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Happy knitting!
Ali 🙂
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