Winter Nature Knits for Calm January Days
Winter Nature Knits for Calm January Days
January is a quieter month — a time to slow down, notice the world around us, and enjoy gentle creativity without pressure. While the garden rests outside, nature still offers endless inspiration, and knitting is a wonderful way to bring those shapes and textures indoors.
This week we’re focusing on small, nature-inspired knits that feel perfectly suited to winter days. Our Pattern of the Week is the Leaves Knitting Pattern, with 20% off using code LEAVES20. Alongside it, we’ll revisit the Forget-Me-Not and Holly patterns — all simple, calming projects that knit up beautifully at a relaxed pace.
Pattern of the Week: Knitted Leaves
The Leaves Knitting Pattern is wonderfully soothing to make. Each leaf flows naturally from the needles, making it ideal for evenings when you want something rhythmic and satisfying. Leaves are incredibly versatile — use them as decorations, stitch them into garlands, or scatter them across shelves and tables for a natural winter look.
Although inspired by autumn, knitted leaves work beautifully all year round. In January, they’re particularly lovely in soft greens, creams or muted winter tones. With 20% off using LEAVES20, it’s a gentle, rewarding project to begin the year.
Forget-Me-Nots for Thoughtful Details
The Forget-Me-Not Knitting Pattern adds delicate colour and meaning to winter crafting. These small flowers are perfect for using up leftover yarn and work beautifully as keepsakes, framed pieces or small decorative accents. Their simple construction makes them ideal for quiet, mindful knitting sessions.
Holly for Year-Round Greenery
The Holly Knitting Pattern brings structure and contrast to nature-themed projects. While traditionally festive, holly also works well beyond Christmas — adding strong green shapes and pops of red that lift winter displays. Use holly leaves to decorate baskets, wreath bases or small arrangements alongside knitted flowers and leaves.
Bringing Nature Indoors
- Create a small botanical display using leaves and flowers
- Add knitted greenery to shelves or windowsills
- Use nature knits as calming desk or craft-room décor
- Enjoy slow knitting with repetitive, relaxing stitches
Knitting Gently Through Winter
Nature-inspired knitting encourages us to slow down and enjoy the process. These small projects are perfect companions for winter evenings — calming, creative, and full of quiet beauty.
Pattern Links Recap
• Leaves – Pattern of the Week (LEAVES20)
• Holly
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Happy knitting!
Ali 🙂