Knitting the Family Together

Knitting for Family and Connection

October brings quieter evenings and more time indoors — a perfect moment to reflect on what matters most. This week’s post celebrates the connections we knit, both literally and emotionally, through the pieces we create. Each handmade stitch tells a story of care, memory and love. Our Pattern of the Week is the Big & Little Turtle Knitting Pattern, available with 20% off using code TURTLE20 until Monday. Alongside it, we’ll explore the Little Love Hearts and Forget-Me-Not patterns — each one simple to make yet full of meaning.

Pattern of the Week: Big & Little Turtles

The Big & Little Turtle Knitting Pattern is a heart-warming design that perfectly represents family. The larger turtle shelters the smaller one — a visual reminder of protection, nurture and love. They’re adorable on a shelf or as a thoughtful handmade gift for parents or children. Each turtle is knit in DK yarn, shaped with gentle curves and finished with charming details that bring personality to every piece.

Use code TURTLE20 for 20% off this pattern until Monday, and enjoy knitting a turtle family. My grandma taught me how to knit, and this is symbolic of the bond between generations. Make a set of two turtle twins; one for yourself and one to give away — it’s a wonderful project to share with someone you care about.

Little Love Hearts

The Little Love Hearts Knitting Pattern is one of the most versatile designs for spreading warmth and kindness. They’re quick to knit, perfect for using leftover yarn, and easy to personalise. Create a handful in reds and pinks to give as tokens of affection, or knit soft pastel shades for baby gifts and keepsakes. A small heart tucked into a card or pocket can say more than words sometimes do.

Forget-Me-Nots for Memory and Meaning

The Forget-Me-Not Knitting Pattern holds a special place in many knitters’ hearts. These delicate blue flowers are small yet full of symbolism — representing remembrance and lasting love. They make beautiful additions to family memory boxes, keepsake frames or commemorative displays. Combine them with knitted hearts for a touching gift in honour of loved ones who are missed but never forgotten.

Ideas for Display and Gifting

Each of these patterns can stand alone or combine beautifully into one heartfelt arrangement. Here are a few ways to use them:

Why Knitting Brings Us Closer

Knitting for others is more than craft — it’s a quiet act of love. Each loop of yarn connects intention and care, carrying thoughts of those we hold dear. Whether you’re knitting for a parent, child, partner or friend, the time spent making something by hand is time spent thinking of them. These small, thoughtful patterns remind us that it’s often the simple things that mean the most.

Pattern Links Recap

• Big & Little Turtle – Pattern of the Week (TURTLE20)
• Little Love Hearts
• Forget-Me-Nots

Did You Miss Last Week?

We explored cosy autumn evenings with the Knitted Mince Pie (Pattern of the Week), Cupcake and Unicorn patterns — perfect for handmade gifts and sweet displays. Read last Tuesday’s post.

Ready to Knit?

Download the Turtle PDF Knitting Pattern Available Now!

Contact me to get any new or updated patterns straight to you. Or keep an eye on the Updates section of this website to see the newest creations. Fitting In Knitting is also on YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook for some sneaky previews of projects as they evolve….

Happy knitting!

Ali 🙂

Handmade Gift Ideas!

Get some more ideas, see what you will need, and follow the patterns to learn exactly how you can make your own… More Knitted Gift Ideas!