Stitch-alongs, make-alongs, and craft-alongs are a staple during this time of year, when many knitters, crocheters, and other makers are racing to finish holiday gift projects. When the Ravelry accessibility debacle happened back in 2020, though, one of the most popular make-alongs became inaccessible to some people. Last year, the Fasten Off Yarn-a-long was born, and now I’m joining in for the second time!
I’m excited to be back for another year of fun, discounted patterns, games, making, and friendship. Here’s an overview of what we’ll be doing this year, where you can join the fun, and which of my patterns will be discounted (along with links for where to find them).
What Is The Fasten Off Yarn-a-long?
The Fasten Off Yarn-a-long is an independent stitchalong for knitters and crocheters. Because so many stitchers are frantically rushing to finish off their gift knitting at the end of the year, it’s fun to have a group of people to stitch with. From November 30 through December 6, over 2,000 patterns from over 100 indie designers will be available for 25% off on sites like Etsy, Payhip, and the designers’ individual websites. Those who can use Ravelry may also offer the discounts in their Rav shops.
Where Can I Join The Fasten Off Yarn-a-long?
You can join in wherever you share knitting photos! But the games and prizes will be happening in three distinct places: our Discord server, the Fasten Off YAL Instagram account, and the Fasten Off YAL Twitter account. You can find information about all those resources by clicking this link. Be sure to tag your posts with #FastenOffYAL.
Which Patterns Will Be Discounted?
Each independent designer participating in the YAL has contributed discounted patterns to the YAL. Some designers have put their entire catalog on sale, while others have sorted and chosen a few favorites.
I’m in the latter camp. I only run a site-wide sale once a year (on my birthday), but I love doing smaller sales throughout the year. For the YAL this year, I’ve put the following ten patterns up for discounted purchase. Be sure to use the code FO2021 at checkout to take 25% off these patterns!
The Amicus Socks
The Amicus Socks feature simple 2/2 cables and delicate eyelets on a garter stitch background. They’re graded to three sizes with a 2×2 rib cuff, a heel flap and gusset, and a star toe.
PAYHIP:
Here’s where you’ll find the Amicus Socks.
ETSY:
Here’s where you’ll find the Amicus Socks.
RAVELRY:
Here’s where you’ll find the Amicus Socks.
The Berry Scone Shawl
The Berry Scone Shawl is an asymmetrical triangle shawl with wide bands of seed stitch broken up by delicate bobbles and rows of lace. It’s a meditative knit where you can easily get lost in the stitches.
PAYHIP:
Here’s where you’ll find the Berry Scone Shawl.
ETSY:
Here’s where you’ll find the Berry Scone Shawl.
RAVELRY:
Here’s where you’ll find the Berry Scone Shawl.
The Creme Brulee Socks
The Creme Brulee Socks were inspired by the Arroyo Verde Mitts and feature the same stitch pattern. They’re graded to three sizes and finished off with a no-wrap, short-row heel and a classic wedge toe.
ETSY:
Click here to find the Creme Brulee Socks.
PAYHIP:
Click here to find the Creme Brulee Socks on Payhip.
RAVELRY:
Click here to find the Creme Brulee Socks on Ravelry.
The Geniality Sweater
The Geniality Sweater is a top-down, seamless raglan graded to nine sizes (up to a finished chest circumference of 60″). The sleeve feature a simple ribbed lace that adds interest without being overwhelming.
PAYHIP:
Here’s where you’ll find the Geniality Sweater.
ETSY:
Here’s where you’ll find the Geniality Sweater.
RAVELRY:
Here’s where you’ll find the Geniality Sweater.
The Gingersnap Hat
I love the elegant simplicity of the Gingersnap Hat. It has columns of eyelets and stripes of purl stitches, all of which come together in a crown that looks a bit like a sunburst. It’s graded to four sizes.
PAYHIP:
Here’s where you’ll find the Gingersnap Hat.
ETSY:
Here’s where you’ll fine the Gingersnap Hat.
RAVELRY:
Here’s where you’ll find the Gingersnap Hat.
The Madeleine Hat DK
The Madeleine Hat DK is an updated version of an old favorite. The original hat was designed in fingering-weight yarn, but this version is intended for DK-weight yarn, which makes it a fun, fast knit for gift knitting or when you really want to finish something soon. This hat is graded to four sizes.
PAYHIP:
Here’s where you’ll find the Madeleine Hat DK.
ETSY:
Here’s where you’ll find the Madeleine Hat DK.
RAVELRY:
Here’s where you’ll find the Madeleine Hat DK.
The Pandiculation Cowl
If you love texture, the Pandiculation Cowl might be the right fit for you. I designed this cowl with the cutest, tiniest, neatest little bobbles, which dance up vertical columns broken up by simple eyelets.
PAYHIP:
Here’s where you’ll find the Pandiculation Cowl.
ETSY:
Here’s where you’ll find the Pandiculation Cowl.
RAVELRY:
Here’s where you’ll find the Pandiculation Cowl.
The Plenitude Shawl
The Plenitude Shawl is an asymmetrical triangle shawl with vertical columns of lace and seed stitch. You can knit it with just 800 yards of fingering-weight yarn.
PAYHIP:
Here’s where you’ll find the Plenitude Shawl.
ETSY:
Here’s where you’ll find the Plenitude Shawl.
RAVELRY:
Here’s where you’ll find the Plenitude Shawl.
The Prograde Orbit Mitts
The Prograde Orbit Mitts feature mirrored columns of cables criss-crossing across the back of each hand and a simple stockinette palm. They’re great for using up leftovers from socks or other fingering-weight projects.
PAYHIP:
Here’s where you’ll find the Prograde Orbit Mitts.
ETSY:
Here’s where you’ll find the Prograde Orbit Mitts.
RAVELRY:
Here’s where you’ll find the Prograde Orbit Mitts.
The Tiramisu Socks
If you’re an adventurous beginner just stepping out into knitting socks, the Tiramisu Socks will be a great fit for you. Graded to three sizes with a no-wrap, short-row heel and a wedge toe, these socks feature a simple, all-over texture made from knit and purl stitches.
PAYHIP:
Here’s where you’ll find the Tiramisu Socks.
ETSY:
Here’s where you’ll find the Tiramisu Socks.
RAVELRY: