As we’re winding down from the excitement of the holidays and anticipating the arrival of the new year, we’re spending this week doing a bit of relaxing. Reaching for only the comfiest garments in our wardrobe, we keep choosing knits—stretchy pants, oversized sweatshirts, and sweaters that feel like a warm hug. If you’re looking for something comfy to wear this winter, scroll down for some knits and patterns to inspire a truly cozy season!
If we had to choose one knit garment to sew this winter, it would absolutely be a great pair of joggers! Start with a pattern like the Jack Lounge Pants, the Hudson Pant, or the Rebel Sweatpants—any of these will work perfectly with your favorite knit, whether you choose a fluffy sweatshirt fleece or a smooth jersey knit. Be sure to check out our deadstock knits from Amour Vert forsome luxurious lounge pants!
No time to knit? No problem—with sweater knits, you can stitch up a warm, woolly sweater in no time! We love lightweight wool jersey for a drapey Caroline Tunic and heavier sweater knits for a smart cardigan like the Marlo Sweater. We also love the idea of using cozy sweater knits with a pattern like the Stanton Hoodie for an elevated sweatshirt-style top.
You might have to leave the house sometime this winter, but there’s no reason that you can’t bring that couch-lounging comfort with you! We love some work-appropriate secret pajamas, and so can you: choose luxe jersey for a gorgeous Elysian Bodysuit, and pair it with a pair of Renee Ponte Pants in your favorite ponte knit. Ponte is also the perfect match for a sweater like the Fjord Cardi—a pattern with great design lines and all of the comfort of your favorite loungewear!
Kick off the new year with a batch of custom underwear! The Sophie Hines underwear patterns (see the Perfect Period Panties and the Median High Waist Knickers above) are well-drafted, easy to sew, and oh-so-comfortable—you’ll love sewing them and wearing them! Sewing a pair of underwear is a great way to regroup and refocus between bigger projects, and it’s a great skill-building garment, too. For a perfect fabric match, we love Art Gallery Fabrics’ cotton/spandex jersey knits—they’re super soft and are available in an array of fun prints.
