Why You Should Start Knitting Your Holiday Gifts This Summer by Samantha Higgins

The holiday season will arrive faster than you'd imagine. While most people start shopping around October or November, some people get the jump on gift arranging well before then. There are many good reasons why you should start knitting your holiday gifts this summer, whether or not you've planned to knit your gifts at all.

They're Thoughtful

Gifts that you've knitted yourself are often much more special and appreciated than gifts that were bought in stores. Anyone can buy items that are made in bulk and shipped worldwide, but not everyone can knit a gift from the heart. 

By knitting your gifts this summer, you'll be showing your loved ones that you care for them. They won't only have a nice gift from you, but they'll also have something to remember you by for years to come. This brings us to our second point.

They Last Longer

It's certainly no secret that many bulk manufactured products aren't made to last. Every year it seems that the products we purchase are of poorer quality. This is because many companies want you to have to purchase a new item sooner than later. 

This is also why a lot of companies are making their products harder to repair. Our yarns were specifically curated to create heirloom pieces. The twist and fiber are meant to last for decades to come. When you knit your loved one a gift, it's likely to last longer than a store-bought item that was manufactured to fail after a certain amount of time. By knitting your gifts, you'll give gifts that last.

Materials Are Easier To Find

The holiday season causes a shortage in just about everything but tinsel. You'll find that many yarn types become harder and harder to find as the holiday season approaches. This is because many people are buying up all of the yarn for their own gifts, leaving those who were late to start in the dust. '

By starting to knit your gifts in the summer, you'll be allowing yourself to have greater chances when it comes to finding the yarn and materials you'll need and want most. Beat the shortage by starting to knit your gifts in the summer. Less people will be sitting around knitting in the summer, so it's often much easier to find an abundance of yarn and other supplies.

You’ll Save Money

Every year items become harder to afford. Something that used to cost just $5 years ago, now can easily cost $10 or more. When you knit your own holiday gifts, you can save more money than if you were to buy the same gifts. 

Of course, this limits exactly what you can give though. However, if you're struggling with money, a handmade gift is often cherished by many. Knitted items also make great secondary gifts if you have something else planned.

By beginning your knitting projects in the summer, you'll also be able to save money on supplies. Summertime is great for sales on items that aren't being heavily used in the summer. You could imagine that not too many people spend their summers indoors knitting.  We have lots of kits available that are on sale!

For this reason, many stores and companies will hold sales on yarn and other knitting supplies. By starting early, you'll be avoiding price hikes that come along with the holiday season and peak knitting season.

There’s Room For Personalization

There are loads of fun knitting project ideas. Knitting gifts makes it easy to give someone something that they would absolutely love. For instance, for a child, knitting a cute stuffed animal featuring their favorite animal is a great idea. 

For adults, socks, hats, gloves, blankets, and more are great ideas for gifts that are not only sentimental but functional as well. Get creative with the items! You'll also have more room for customization, such as colors, patterns, and more.

Wrapping Up

Knitting your holiday gifts in the summer is a great idea for a wide variety of reasons. You'll have an easier time locating the types of yarn that you need, and you'll also spend less money as well. Knitted gifts are gifts that can be treasured for a lifetime and then some. These gifts are made to last and made with love, making them a perfect way to show someone you care about them. And the sooner you start, the less you'll have to do come the holiday season, giving you more time to spend with the ones you love most.