Lola's Holiday Gift Guide for Knitters 2025

Looking for gift ideas that will bring joy to the craftiest folks on your list? Just like last year, Lola's holiday gift guide has got you covered! 

Whether you’re shopping for stocking stuffers, a Hanukkah gift, or something for yourself, each gift here offers something unique and practical. 

Read on and find the perfect present for all the knitters on your list!

Slang-o-Matic Generational Translator

If you're tired of the youngins in your life telling you that the word awesome is sus, and you’ve got no idea what they mean, I’ve got the solution! I'm getting this for my in-laws this year—they're total linguists, and we’ll have a blast with it. The Slang-o-Matic is the most fun way to navigate your cross-generational chit chat! Just spin the wheel and translate between Boomer, Gen X, Millennial, and Gen Z slang with ease. No cap (you can look this one up later). And it's not just for language nerds. It's the perfect White Elephant gift or stocking stuffer.

Check out the Slang-o-Matic here!

Gina Pendant Kit

Meet the Gina Pendant—a delightfully charming knit-it-yourself necklace kit that’s just begging to be gifted… or kept for yourself.

Front and center is a hand-crafted ceramic pendant made by FLX potter Gina Inzina—a tiny work of art with serious personality. Gina has cleverly added little holes so the linen twine slips right through, letting you whip up a beaded i-cord strand with fuss. Kits include a pendant, a spool of Flax and Twine linen, 4mm square Miyuki Seed Beads, a dental floss threader, a magnetic clasp, and a pattern download code. 

Get a kit to make for that special someone... OR gift it to your favorite knitter... OR keep it for yourself!

Small Zip Project Bags by Tannie Casey

Everyone in your life needs a perfect little pouch. My friend Tannie makes these super sweet zippered bags that are just the perfect gift! The flat bottom means they stand up on their own, making it super easy to find what you need. Plus, they're made with beautiful waxed canvas and come in a bunch of different fabric combinations. And for the knitters in your life, they are ideal for keeping all those small knitting gadgets organized—stitch markers, tapestry needles, cable needles, you name it. 

Check out Tannie's pouches here!

Wig Head for Blocking Hoods

If you've got a knitter in your life who's jumped on the knitted hoods wagon (and let's be honest, it's having a moment!), they need a wig head! I used one for my most recent mystery knit-along, Into the Hoods, and blocking these beauties on a wig head is a total game-changer. No more awkwardly trying to shape hoods on your knee or waiting for someone to use someone’s head while it's still damp! Or, if you’re making hoods as holiday gifts this year, this little noggin will help you crank out your handmade creations. Trust me, it's one of those gifts that seems quirky but is a real winner!

Check out the wig head here!

Knitting with Light

Looking for the perfect gift to light up a knitter’s life? The Starry Light, Love and Light, or Circle of Light patterns are the perfect combo of glitter and charm. These patterns use LED fairy lights to create stunning knitted decorations that bring a warm, magical glow to any space. Whether it’s for holiday décor or year-round ambiance, these projects are as delightful to make as they are to display. 

Grab the pattern, lights, and tools needed to help the knitter in your life get started on this unique and beautiful craft. So, give the gift of making it, or enjoy making it yourself and give the finished piece — either way, it’s a gift that truly shines. 

Get everything you need to knit with light here!

If you're stumped on what to get for the teens in your life (same!), I've got you covered. I'm getting one of these DIY bracelet kits from Mack and Rex for my friend's teen this year. These kits are also totally perfect for Swifties who love to stack bracelets and anyone who's into crafting. Each kit comes with everything you need to make three trendy tila bead bracelets—beads, elastic, needles, and step-by-step tutorials included. They come in a bunch of great color combinations, and the best part? The recipient gets to make something they'll actually wear.

Check out Mack and Rex's bracelet kits here!

Lola's Book Thong Pattern

If you haven’t seen already, Lola has a new favorite bookmark—it's a little sparkly fun that makes reading feel just a little more scandalous. If you've got book lovers on your gift list, this sparkly little book thong is the perfect quick knit to whip up. This is an excellent project for using up any gorgeous yarn you've been hoarding, and it's easy enough that you can knock out several in an evening for all your book club besties. Plus, it's way more fun than a regular bookmark! And for those folks on your list who are a little more outrageous, Lola might suggest getting them this thong…LOL

Get the Book Thong pattern here!

Good Things by Samin Nosrat

If you know someone who loves cooking for the people they care about, Samin Nosrat's new cookbook "Good Things" is a must-have. I’m getting this one for myself because Lola is always on the hunt for new recipes. Samin (who also wrote "Salt, Fat, Acid, Heat") has put together a collection of her favorite recipes that are all about connection and community—from comforting tomato soup to yellow cake with chocolate frosting. These bring me right back to childhood!

Check out Good Things here!

Stocking Stuffers

I've rounded up some of Lola's favorite little treasures that make perfect stocking stuffers this holiday season—and the best part? They work for knitters and non-knitters alike! Whether you're shopping for someone who loves cozy crafts, needs practical gadgets for everyday life, or wants to try something new like potholder weaving, there's something here for everyone. From clever kitchen tools to handy tech gadgets that help you find lost things in impossible places, these are the kind of gifts that seem small but end up getting used all the time. Perfect for the makers, the fixers, the readers, and anyone who appreciates a thoughtful little surprise!

Get these gadgets and goodies!