Tina B.
Patterns available as Ravelry Downloads
Knitting: Pullover
This project is super-easy and a quick knit, so also great for a beginner. All you need to know is how to knit and purl and you are ready to go.
Knitting: Tee
This is a beautiful simple pattern for a top-down tee, can be knitted from various materials and all kinds of colours (or even stripes if you prefer - see #1 Sweater). You can make a summer version from cotton, or use wool to wear it on colder days over another garment.