Guest Picks: Warm and Woolly
Knits aren't just for sweaters and socks! Get cozy with 20 knit pieces for all over the home
When the temperature drops and the leaves begin to change, there's nothing cozier than wrapping up in your favorite sweater. But there's no reason you can't bring that same sense of warmth to your home too. Here are some interesting ways of adding the lovely textures and comforts of knits and woolens to your surroundings.
— Lori from automatism
— Lori from automatism
Knitted Basket
Instead of the usual woven basket, why not a soft knit one? These from Ferm Living are made of hand-knitted 100 percent cotton rope and are available in three sizes and colors — yellow, petrol and charcoal. They're a great way to add warmth and texture in a modern home.
Chocolate Pudding Wash or Dishcloths by Easy 123
Why wash the dishes with a scratchy plastic dishcloth when you can use an attractive, soft, natural one in pure cotton? Closely stitched to make a dense fabric, it's designed to hold together while in use. Set includes one dark tan, one coffee brown and one dark chocolate brown dishcloth.
Knitted Pouffe in Taupe
This simple pouffe is perfect for adding texture (and extra seating) to a minimalist space... or a little extra coziness to a traditional one.
Knitted Coffee Sleeves
Add some comfy style to your coffee or tea to-go with this great cotton cable knit coffee sleeve, hand-knit by artist Jacqueline Dufresne. No more burned fingers while dashing back to the office!
Holden Brown Pillow
Give your sofa a cozy note with an oversize chunky knit pillow like this one from Crate & Barrel. Its toasty brown color and continuous stockinette stitch is a great way to make a winter living room a little warmer. Also available in cream and navy.
Granny Chair by Wadebe
The Granny chair by the French company Wadebe is a happy inter-generational collaboration with retired knitters. The result is a sleek, modern chair with the warmth and texture of knits.
Knitted Hot Water Bottle Cover by LoftLines
Stay warm on chilly nights with this pretty hand-knit hot water bottle. It's made from an alpaca, wool and acrylic blend worked in a textured zigzag pattern on the front. The ribbed neck allows easy filling, and a single mother of pearl button on reverse allows cover to be removed for washing if needed.
Fluffy Bunny Magnet by Morrgan's Creatures
Bring a little bit of cuddly warmth into your kitchen with this sweet fluffy mohair blend bunny magnet. The grocery list on the fridge just got a whole lot cuter!
The PRAIRIES Ribbed Pillow by lucky 14
Hand-knit from baby alpaca and filled with a goose feather and down insert, this pillow is not only elegant but great to snuggle up against while watching TV!
Cable Knit Coasters Set of 4 by Red Bird Ink
Love this set of four blind-embossed coasters in a pretty cable knit pattern. They're inspired by knitwear and created one at a time on a 100 year-old Chandler & Price letterpress. Perfect for your morning coffee or afternoon tea.
Chunky Cotton Cable Knit Throw by BiscuitScout
When the evenings grow chilly, curl up on the sofa and watch old movies while tucked up under this lovely handmade cotton cable-knit throw. Measuring a generous 67 x 77 inches, it's also machine washable and available in other colors too.
Brody Rug
The Brody Rug cleverly mimics the look of a chunky knit, making it extra comforting for bare feet — something to be particularly appreciated on chilly mornings, when getting out of a nice warm bed requires a bit of encouragement!
Oatmeal Cup Cozy by Natalya's Studio
Keep your mug of tea or coffee warm — and add some great style too — with this cup cozy. it fits most mugs and is available in other colors and a choice of three different buttons.
Betty Bunny Egg Cozy by Sara Carr
The charming Betty Bunny egg cozy will turn even the grumpiest morning person into a cheerful one. Here's to sunnier starts to the day!
Knitted Vase Cover HARU by Hogenbirk Knitwear
This is such a great idea. These sweet knitted vase covers simply pop over an empty wine bottle and voila! Recycling made pretty. Add some single flower stems and you're good to go.
Knitted Ottoman Slipcover by BiscuitScout
A perfect way to add subtle texture and warmth to a room, this hand-knit ottoman slipcover is versatile enough to work in both traditional and modern homes. Available in several colors. Base available at an extra cost.
Chicken Egg Cozy, Set of Two by Colour it Green
Make breakfast a playful occasion with this set of two happy little egg cozy chickens, hand-knit using wool from the maker's own sheep and then felted to add a nice finish. So sweet and cheerful!
BIRGIT STRÅ Bedspread/blanket
Love the pretty simplicity of this 100 percent cotton knit bedspread/blanket by IKEA. It works both as a light summer cover or as an extra layer when the nights grow chillier.
ARIZONA Knitted Cactus by Odds and Ends
Something for those who are hopeless with houseplants — a hand-knitted cactus! This will definitely add a playfully kitschy accent to your home, plus you never have to worry about forgetting to water.
Vintage Knit Knacks: 25 Creative Knitting Projects to Enhance Your Home
For those who like to knit, the new book Vintage Knit Knacks is a great way to add the warmth of wool to your home. A collection of 25 vintage-inspired projects, it's ideal for all skill levels — some can even be made in a day. I love the French press cozy on the cover!
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Next: More knitwear for everywhere