Have you ever bought a skein of yarn because it was just so gorgeous, you had to have it in your collection? Has that single skein of yarn sat there, unwound, for a while? Yes... me too.
For our A/W25: All Hallows Special collection we made three projects using only one skein each (see them here!). Here, I've put together a collection of more one skein projects (and extra tips and tricks!) for just this occasion. Make sure your gorgeous skeins don't gather dust (or worse..) with these small projects.
DK Weight Yarn![]()
Novus Knit Pouch by Laura Nelkin
The Bookstore Headband by Spruce Hill Knits
This gorgeous textured headband is a great way to get into cabling. Our Super Floof DK yarn would look wonderful in this stitch, while giving your ears the comfiest protection from the winter winds.
Fingering Weight Yarn
The Holly Bandada by Susanne Muller
This beautiful lacy bandana is great for those Autumn days where it is too hot for a hat, but your outfit is in need of a head accessory. I would reccommend making this in our Dashing Sassy base, as the single ply of the yarn will make the lace stitches super defined.
The Simple Scallop Socks by RIBBIT DESIGNS
Most sock patterns can be finished in one 100g fingering weight skein. I picked the Scallop Sock for its classic design, which has an added touch of whimsy. These would look amazing in our Yak Single base, especially using some of the new variegated colours like Mayhem or Wishing Well.
Lace Weight Yarn
The Mici Socks by Marie Honzikova
But socks are not only for fingering weight yarn! These statement socks from Marie Honzikova would be amazingly luxurious knit up in Veranita, our cashmere and silk base.
The Neverland Collars by Grace Compton
Three versions in one pattern, Grace Compton's Neverland Collars are a perfect way to experiment with lace and ruffles. Again, our Veranita yarn would fit perfectly here, with it's flowy fluffy vibe complementing the collars nicely.
Extra Tips and Tricks
Making the Pattern Work for You
Sometimes you can play around with the yarn weights to make the pattern fit your skein. For example - Milena Juhola's Serpent Balaclava is written for 4 strands of lace weight yarn held together, but we made it in one Teddy strand, which is DK weight. Be careful, as sometimes multiple strands are held for other construction purposes!
Finding the Right Pattern
To make sure you're not going to lose the game of yarn chicken, make sure the yardage on your skein and the one on the pattern match, and when knitting garments, make sure to check your specific size requirements. You can usually find this information on the skein label. Knitting a gauge swatch will also help you decide wether or not something will work.
I hope you have been sufficiently inspired to reach into your yarn stash and find those single skeins eager to be cast on. If you have made it this far, comment the yarn ball emoji on this post and find a small discount code shaped surprise in your inbox!
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