Holiday Gift Guide, Day 10: Soft Knits and Cuddly Creatures
By Seattle Mag December 21, 2011
Since my toes are still thawing out from my walk to the office this morning, I think it’s safe to state, “Baby it’s cold outside.” And since it is that glorious time of year to snuggle up by the fire and get warm and cozy with a book, I’m devoting today’s gift lineup to all things soft and cuddly.
$18-$30
Haute Goat’s hoot owls
Local EtsyRAIN organizer Heidi Kappes Belinsky’s lil’ “hOOt Owl” has a secret: Hidden behind this cock-eyed expression is a pocket, so you can tuck an iPod into your new hand-stitched, recycled cashmere friend.
$30-something
Tuesday patterned cowl scarves
On Twitter this week, someone asked which of my gift recommendations I was actually pulling out my own credit card for; now is the time for all sisters and sisters-in-law to stop reading, since they are all getting these cute chunky cowl scarves from one of my favorite local Etsy sellers, Tuesday. Also, great news for last-minute shoppers: Rian Robison just opened her own shop in the International District for the holidays (pictured above with some of her cute wares), visit her at 608 Maynard Ave. South.
$68
Lolide alpaca knit cowl
You may remember Lolide’s ring from an earlier appearance in the gift guide, but this multi-talented lady can also knit up a storm. Her cozy, warm alpaca wool cowl can be worn scrunched up like a scarf, a shawl, or even used as an impromptu head wrap (for truly wooly weather).
$76
R&L Goods linen button scarf (pictured above)
I’m a sucker for pieces that multitask, and Ballard-based R&L Goods’ graphic print linen scarf multitasks with the best of them. A hand-sewn wooden button allows you to wrap around twice for a tight fit, or it can be worn as a long necklace-like wrap for a completely different look.
$140
Helen Sharp hand-knit leg warmers
Seattle artist Helen Sharp has a way with a knitting needle, crafting each pair of her chunky rib knit, Oregon wool leggings to order for perfect fit.
Missed any of the previous Gift Guide installments? Get caught up:
Day 2: Parent-approved Kid Gifts
Day 3: Seattle magazine Friends’ Foodie Books
Day 4: Darling Calendars, Planners and other Paper Products
Day 5: Baubles and Bling from Local Jewelry Artists
Day 7: Spirits- and Beer-inspired Gifts
Photos courtesy of R&L Goods; HauteGoat and Hayley Young; Lolide; Helen Sharp