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Quick Knits! If the holiday countdown is getting shorter and your to-do list is getting longer, we’re here to help. Small gifts, stocking stuffers and last minute additions to your own wish list can all be found starting on page 4.

Knitting for yourselfAfter the holiday crafting craziness has died down, take some time to knit for yourself (or skip the whole holiday knitting thing altogether, we won’t tell). Now is the time to learn a new technique while knitting something that is sure to be appreciated by your most important recipient—you! We’ve gathered gorgeous project ideas and kits that are perfect for indulgent knitting starting on page 12.

Find even more onlineAs always, we have even more content on our web site. Click on the holiday tab at the top of our homepage to visit Holiday Knitting Central. There you’ll find all kinds of fun stuff, like our new free pattern for Grumpy the Lump of Coal.

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Mix your very own sock cocktail. Choose from 324 different combinations of patterns for a design you can call your own. Each kit contains three cuff choices, three heel choices, three toe choices as well as 12 individual leg patterns with instructions for knitting from the toe-up or top-down. With all this variety, the possibilities are nearly endless. Each kit can make 5 complete pairs of socks.

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Blue Hawaii

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TOWN & COUNTRY FELTED SLIPPERS

TOWN$24.99

COUNTRY$24.99

Moccasins

Mary Janes

Loafers

Cowboy Boots

Spats

High Tops

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Knit these fun and imaginative felted slippers that resemble

various types of shoes. Choose whichever kit fits your style and

matches your pajamas! Pattern instructions for 2 sizes, small

and large, but you can customize the final measurements to

your own size through the felting process.

Karin Tote Kit This knitted tote features

a charted cable design reminiscent of abstract candle flames and is the perfect intermediate cable project. The straps are bias ribbed, which adds textural interest. This project

is a great opportunity to try closed ring cables for the first time.

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Knit a striking bowling bag for yourself! The Arden bag features

a bold houndstooth colorwork pattern on the front and back

panels, with solid colored sides, top and bottom. This purse kit

comes in two colorways, and can be made in either handbag or

satchel size (shown). After felting this bag, it is thick enough that

it does not need to be lined. Bag measures 12" x 9" x 4" (handbag)

or 15" x 11" x 4" (satchel).

Arden Bag Kit − Red and Black Kit includes three 100 gram hanks of Wool of the Andes bulky in Coal and two 100 gram hanks of Wool of the Andes bulky in Wine along with pattern instructions for bag. You will need US 13 (9 mm) 24" and 32" circular needles or longer circular for magic loop, stitch markers, 1½ yards of 1" webbing, 18" purse zipper, 4 purse feet (optional) and 2-27" purse handles (80401 shown). 40133 Your Cost $19.99

Arden Bag Kit − Tan and Brown Kit includes three 100 gram hanks of Wool of the Andes bulky in Fedora and two 100 gram hanks of Wool of the Andes bulky in Caribou along with pattern instructions for bag. You will need US 13 (9 mm) 24" and 32" circular needles or longer circular for magic loop, stitch markers, 1½ yards of 1" webbing, 18” purse zipper, 4 purse feet (optional) and 2-27" purse handles (80400 shown). 40134 Your Cost $19.99

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One Ball Knits: Purses by Fatema, Khadija, and Hajera Habibur-RahmanNeed a quick project for the weekend or a last minute purse for that special night out? Here is your answer. Choose from 20 different handbags that you can knit in the day and step out with that night. A range of styles, shapes and colors make it easy to find one that is just right for any occasion. Softcover. 20 patterns—128 pages.

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Yarn cost for project is $5.58 using CotLin

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Ducky Onesie

Yarn cost for project is $22.32 using Comfy Sport

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Vintage Baby Knits by Kristen Rengren A charming collection of vintage baby knits updated for today’s knitters and the babies they love. Projects range from small, quick-to-knit items like hats, booties, and shrugs to larger, more challenging designs for sweaters, onesies, and dresses, including a lace christening gown. Hardcover. 40+ patterns—160 pages.

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Otto Short-Sleeved PulloverYarn cost for project is $17.45 using Stroll

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Craftsman Afghan Kit

Craftsman Afghan Kit Kit includes one 50 gram ball each of Suri Dream in Sandstorm, Fedora, Natural, Woodlands Heather, Hollyberry and Mulled Wine along with pattern instructions for afghan. You will need US 11 (8 mm) straights or circulars (circulars recommended for the larger portions) and US 15 (10mm) straights for binding off. 40135 Your Cost $26.99

Multiple jewel toned ‘panes’ of soft and fluffy Suri Dream are featured beautifully

in our architecturally-inspired Craftsman Afghan. The geometric pattern, designed

to resemble a stained glass window, is balanced nicely by the ultra lightweight and

drapey alpaca yarn, making an afghan that is both classy looking and cozy feeling.

The focal chevron arrows are knit with increase and decrease stitches, the border is

knitted on by picking up stitches, and the checkerboard corners are mitered squares,

which makes the construction seamless and the finishing minimal.

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Harmony Needle Set SaleSave on select Harmony Wood Sets11/2/09 - 1/4/10Harmony Options Interchangeable Needle Set (90306)Regularly $74.99 - NOW $64.99

Harmony 10" Straight Needle Set (90372)Regularly $69.99 - NOW $59.99

Harmony 14" Straight Needle Set (90385)Regularly $84.99 - NOW $74.99

Harmony 6" DPN Needle Set (90307)Regularly $34.99 - NOW $29.99

Win Your KnitPicks.com Wish List!We’re so excited about our new online Wish List that we’ve decided to make one lucky customer’s wishes come true. Fill out your KnitPicks.com Wish List by November 12th, and you’ll be automatically entered to win everything* in it.

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Quimper Hourglass Bolero Yarn cost for project is $14.94 using Shine Sport Anna Maria Hourglass Shell Yarn cost for project is $17.43 using Shine Sport

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Bardini Summer Cloche Yarn cost for project is $4.98 using CotLin

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Hoodie Devoted pattern instructions in Boutique Knits

Finished Size one size fits all

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Yarn: Andean Silk (page 58) Color: Merriweather (24215)Needles: Sizes 8 and 9: 24" circular and (2) dpnsNotions: 2 1¹/₈" beads and 1 yard cotton lining

Yarn cost for project is $31.43 using Andean Silk

Boutique Knits by Laura IrwinIf you love making heads turn with the “it” handbag, funky scarf, or precious hat, then this book is for you. This collection of modern, stylish patterns will inspire knitters of all levels and allow them to show off their personal style. Softcover. 20+ patterns—144 pages.

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Sideways Grande HatYarn cost for project is $11.58 using Cadena

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Carry your own cup cozy to keep your fingers comfortable and your coffee warm! This quick-to- knit project makes an easy gift and will fit small, medium and large coffee cups, (12-20 oz.). The small cup cozy uses a striped and simple Fair Isle pattern. The medium cozy has a cabled motif. And the large size is argyle and felted! 40132 Your Cost $15.99