Knitting Kits Will Be Your Favorite Fall Hobby (and Get You Ahead of Holiday Gift Shopping!)

As the temperatures dip, many of us will retire to the couch for the rest of the season, binge-watching every show available. But that doesn’t mean you can’t do something while working through your Netflix queue: It’s the perfect time to try your hand at learning a new skill, like knitting. There are so many fun kits available that make it easy to master this seemingly tricky hobby—and that’s no yarn! The best part? You’ll end up with beautifully hand-made scarves, dish towels, and stuffed toys that you’ll be able to give to your friends and family over the holidays. Below are some of our favorite knitting kits to try right now. So relax, grab your needles, and let’s get started!

What we love about this affordable kit is that you end up with a knitted dish towel, which is both decorative and functional. Choose from cute color options that match your kitchen style and unleash the knitter in you.

Buy: Knit Picks Learn to Knit Club: The Dishcloth – Beginner Knitting Kit, $25.99 at Amazon

Scarves are a favorite winter accessory, but they do tend to get a little pricey. We love this affordable kit and the soothing color tones are so on point.

Buy: Easy Scarf Knitting Kit for Beginners, $32.18 $24.13

Have a little one in your life or know someone who’s expecting? Get to work on an adorable gift for a special tiny human with this sweet kit. Is there anything cuter than babies in sweaters? We think not.

Buy: Blossom Jumper Baby knitting kit, starts at $38.28 at Etsy

We think this puffin kit is pretty darn adorable. Whether you choose to give the final product as a gift or keep it for yourself (we won’t judge!), we’re sure the colorful bird will attract lots of attention.

Buy: Barry the Puffin knitting kit, $19.14

This fully-stocked knitting kit has been getting so much love from reviewers. From the beautiful Maplewood needles to the soft white yarn ball, it’s a kit worth indulging in. And with cozy season coming, who couldn’t use an extra scarf?

Buy: Wool & The Gang Triple Threat Scarf Kit, $75.50 $59.99 at Madewell

There’s something so soothing about the pretty colors that come in this kit, which is great for teaching basic knitting skills and patterns. And we appreciate that the yarn is made from 100% cotton while the needles are made from bamboo. Reviewers raved about the “luxurious” feel of the cotton while another highly recommended it “especially if you’re a beginner.”

Buy: Mindfulknits Mindfulness Knitting Kit for Mindfulness and Relaxation, $17.99 at Amazon