This cosy cowl is very quick to knit and the oblique rib adds visual interest. I knitted this in an evening, so makes an ideal present. Only uses about 25g of yarn, so also economical.

This cosy cowl is fairly quick to knit and the basket weave texture makes it extra warm.

These comfy socks are easy and quick to knit and the textured stripe gives an interesting ‘in and out’ effect which reminded me of the cake walk at the fair – which is appropriate given that they are ‘a cake walk’ to create. The heel is narrow, so is a snug fit (most of the socks I own tend to slip under or around my heel), so I wanted to creat...