Pattern Previews for 52 Weeks of One-Skein Knits

52 Weeks of One-Skein Knits — the ninth volume in Laine Publishing’s hugely popular 52 Weeks series—celebrates the joy and versatility of a single skein of yarn! The collection includes hats, socks, shawls, cowls, collars, hoods, headbands, mitts and mittens, worked in techniques ranging from lace and cables to ribbing and textured stitches. Each project uses no more than 100 grams of yarn.

Hats

Henna Ketonen – Arki 

Arki is a classic knit-one, purl-one ribbed beanie, worked top-down holding two strands of yarn together. Its length and fit are easily adjustable, allowing you to wear it folded once or twice.

Yarn: Kuura by Aara.

Sara Ottosson – Nemo

This squishy beanie begins with ribbing that transitions into an engaging yet easy-to-memorise textured pattern. The stripes and wavy texture are inspired by Nemo the clown fish.

Yarn: Jämtland DK by Avelsås Ull & Inredning.

Gala Pillot – Visser

Inspired by the traditional Dutch fishermen’s “visserstrui”, the Visser beanie by Gala Pillot (known as Galalpaga) features bold cable panels reminiscent of heritage knitwear.

Yarn: Dutch Wool by The Knitwit Stable.

Jaana Etula – Petrol Station  

Petrol Station is inspired by vintage promotional beanies, combining a relaxed feel with a refined look. Worked top-down with an optional tassel, it’s easy to use an entire skein efficiently.

Yarn: Gilliatt by De Rerum Natura.

Camille Romano – Haara

The 6 x 1 rib of this practical top-down hat creates a reversible fabric with subtle contrast. The crown increases echo the meaning of “haara” — “branch” or “fork” in Finnish.

Yarn: Fleck by Woolfolk.

Imogen O’Brien – Charis  

Charis is a relaxed, top-down bucket hat with a garter stitch border and deep, half fisherman’s rib brim — a unique interplay between contemporary shapes and traditional techniques!

Yarn: Biches et Bûches Le Coton & Alpaca.

Sarianna Lehtonen – Hannele

The Hannele hat is worked from the crown down, making it easy to adjust the length. The ribbing flows seamlessly from front to back across the crown.

Yarn: Säie Alpaca Lux by Säie Wool.

Ashley Adams – Team Zissou

This lightweight ribbed hat is defined by its bright-red colour and neat structure. The classic silhouette has a sense of maritime adventure and gentle whimsy, inspired by Wes Anderson films.

Yarn: Natural Fingering by Sunday Fibre Co.

Hailey Stanton – Kruunu  

Kruunu offers an interpretation of the classic Cossack style with subtle inspiration from fisherman beanies. This quick knit features a folded brim for warmth and a contemporary look.

Yarn: Snefnug by CaMaRose.

Kitti Dragonoff – Helsinki Carousel  

This beret was inspired by the song Carnival by The Cardigans and by memories of Helsinki’s Britpop club scene. The pinwheel-like cable motif and pompom give the beret a playful 1960s feel.

Yarn: Recycled Manta wool yarn by Vuonue.

Hoods & Headbands

Vilma Holm – Snowsoft  

Snowsoft is worked flat in garter stitch with i-cord edges and a gently shaped front. A provisional cast-on creates a seamless finish, while twisted stitches give the i-cord a rounded look.  

Yarn: Poppy by Sandnes Garn.

Imke von Nathusius – Squir  

This knitted hood is worked in a bouncy woollen yarn, using a mistake rib pattern that creates a richly textured, three-dimensional surface. The fabric is achieved with simple knit and purl stitches.

Yarn: Peruvian by Filcolana.

Iida Pirinen – Ulmo

The texture of this reversible, squishy headband was inspired by dew drops on the leaves of reeds. The name Ulmo is derived from the mythology of Middle-earth created by J. R. R. Tolkien.

Yarn: Laine x Novita 4ply.

Elina Männistö – After Ski  

Inspired by snowy slopes and après-ski style, this plush headband is designed to let the yarn take centre stage. It is easily paired with a variety of outfits while maintaining an elegant look.

Yarns:  Børstet Alpakka and Ballerina Chunky Mohair by Sandnes Garn.

Géraldine Lavaud – Foggy

Named after the softly blurred effect of the yarn, this airy hood is designed to contrast with smoother coat fabrics. It is worked from the back towards the front, so the length can be easily adjusted.

Yarn: Le Gros Silk & Mohair by Biches & Bûches.

Sara Markkula – Leena

This relaxed hood is designed to sit comfortably on the head and drape naturally at the back when not in use. It takes its name from the yarn — Leena being a Finnish variation of the name Helene.

Yarn: Helene by Novita.

Maria Bach Jensen – Kunsten

Inspired by the intersecting lines and roof silhouette of the Kunsten Museum in Aalborg, Denmark, this bonnet scarf features a shaped central section that sits comfortably on the head.

Yarn: Dansk Pelsuld 8/2 by Hjelholt Uldspinderi.

Socks

Linda Lötberg – Amanda

The Amanda socks feature a simple, yet engaging, broken 3 x 1 rib pattern. This makes the knitting smooth but interesting, and the result looks more complicated than it really is. 

Yarn: Corriedale Sock by Manduzana.

Rachel Brockman – Brickwork  

The addictive knit-purl stitch motif of the Brickwork socks mimics masonry. The socks are simple and straightforward, and the beginner-friendly stitch pattern is coupled with a bold pop of colour.

Yarn: Merino Super Sock by La Bien Aimée.

Marie-Ève Wedge – Galega  

Inspired by flowers of the Galega genus, this pattern offers a meditative knitting experience to showcase a special skein of sock yarn.  

Yarn: Point Prim Sock by Fleece & Harmony.

Agnieszka Dzikiewicz-Krawczyk – Drabinka

These comfortable toe-up socks feature a minimalist textured pattern inspired by ladders — “drabinka” in Polish. The leg height can be adjusted according to the amount of yarn available.

Yarn: Sock Merino DK by Woollala.

Riikka Peltola – Smiley

These playful socks reveal their pattern across the insteps when placed side by side. The simple motif is worked using the intarsia technique, making the socks fun to knit in many colour combinations.

Yarn: Sock 4 by Hjertegarn.

Laura McLean – Saltus  

The Saltus socks, worked from the top down, take their name from the Latin word for “leap” — a reference to the hurdle stitch used throughout the design.

Yarn: Ovis Sock by Woollentwine Fibrestudio.

Elena Solier Jansà – Fageda  

Beautiful leaves cascade down the length of these socks all the way to the toe. Their shape resembles beech leaves, which is where the name comes from: “fageda” means “beech forest” in Catalan.

Yarn: Peülla by Xolla.

Shawls & Scarves

Anniina Juuti – Uoma

Uoma is a small triangular neck scarf, offering a quick, meditative knit with a surprisingly expressive result. Plump central cables create gentle movement, framed by garter stitch.

Yarn: Fleece by West Yorkshire Spinners.

Lili Tobias – Z Twist  

Designed over the course of one car ride, this scarf is a quick and relaxing project. Using right twists (no cables!), it knits up into a delicately wispy but warm accessory that works all year round!  

Yarn: Fluff by The Wandering Flock.

Sonoko Tajima – Awanami  

The name Awanami comes from the Japanese words for bubbles and waves, reflected in a textured, airy stitch pattern. Fully reversible, this shawlette can be knitted in weights from lace to fingering.

Yarn: Alix by La Bien Aimée.

Yun Jeong – Muguet

“Muguet” is the French name for lily of the valley. Its elegant leaves and flowers are captured in this uniquely constructed scarf, worked from a decorative ring with bobble and textured details.

Yarn: Tweed Supreme by Majo Garn.

Kimberley ter Heerdt – The Scout  

This ribbed scarf by Kimberley ter Heerdt (known as pinpinpinknits) is worked in a soft, continuous rib pattern. Style it with a knot or drape loosely over the shoulder!

Yarn: Laque by Rosários 4.

Sanni Pauliina – Tideline  

The Tideline shawl looks like a straightforward design worked in broken rib — but when you take a closer look, you see how the decreases and increases give it a fun, wavy look.

Yarn: Laine x Novita 4ply.

Justyna Lorkowska – Aria

Aria is a lightweight shawl with a delicate eyelet border that adds a subtle decorative touch. It can be worn in multiple ways, making it an easy accessory for everyday use.

Yarn: Goya Merino by Cecily Grove Yarns.

Nina Holubcova – Muskat  

A narrow triangular scarf with scalloped edges, this design draws on lace traditions reimagined without openwork for a modern feel. Popcorn stitches are a nod to the spice that inspired its name.

Yarn: Yak by Hilo.

Maaike van Geijn – Strik

The silk-mohair yarn gives this triangular shawlette a feather-light, translucent appearance. Strik features a textured lace pattern that resembles small bows.

Yarn: Whorl by Woollenflower.

Inese Sang – Elaea

This sideways-knitted shawl draws inspiration from sea buckthorn with its pointy leaves and bright berry clusters. The intricately textured outer edge panel contrasts with the moss stitch main body.

Yarn: Sunday Morning 4 ply by Sonder Yarn Co.

Alessandra Gropazzi – Bollicine

Fun and fresh, this triangular shawl — worked from the bottom up — features a minimalist, clean stitch pattern that is simple to knit and easy to wear.

Yarn: Le Lambswool by Biches et Bûches.

Anna Hechtman – Chocolate Buttercream

Chocolate Buttercream is a narrow scarf worked in a simple lace and garter stitch pattern. It is knitted from one tip at a constant width and finished with decreases to form the second tip.

Yarn: Cormo 4 ply by Lexington Woolies.

Saara Autere – Landry  

This small triangular shawl is the perfect accessory to wear around your neck. Choose a colour that matches your favourite outfit, or have fun with a vibrant statement shade. 

Yarn: Melted Baby Suri by Qing Fibre.  

Milena Krzemińska – Vine

Vine is a refined, meditative brioche scarf inspired by vines winding around buildings and fences, reflected in its stitch pattern and shaping. It has an elongated silhouette with tapered ends.

Yarn: Kosmata by Farbyarnia Company.

Ronja Beckmann – Wonder

This versatile shawl is worked from the tip upwards with increases every second row. It is a beginner-friendly project featuring simple stitches and a subtle lace edge detail.

Yarn: Bergamo by Lamana.

Georgia Farrell – Parallel Lines  

Inspired by architectural forms, this small yet striking mini shawl features an all-over mock rib pattern, with slip stitches creating a sense of movement through travelling cable-like lines.

Yarn: Gepard Eco Cashmere Vintage by Gepard Garn.

Joanna Filip – Berry Wave Shawl

This shawl features a berry-like dimpled texture highlighted by a warm, orangey hue. The size and fringe can be easily adjusted, making it a versatile, simple and enjoyable project.

Yarn: Le Petit Lambswool by Biches & Bûches.

Cowls & Collars

Julia Wilkens – Judith  

This pleated lace collar — named after the Dutch Golden Age painter Judith Leyster — was inspired by the ruffs of the 16th and 17th centuries. It pairs easily with both shirts and sweaters.

Yarn: Laine x Novita 4ply by Novita.  

Camille Romano – Îlot

The name Îlot — meaning “islet” in French — is a nod to the sailor collars that inspired this lightweight collar, tied at the front. It is an easy layering piece for the warmer seasons.

Yarn: Laine x Novita 4ply by Novita.

Elizabeth Nicodemus – Paola  

This modern take on a Peter Pan collar by Elizabeth Nicodemus (also known as In The Rows) features a textured basket-weave stitch, folded trim and subtle shaping for a polished finish.

Yarn: Laine x Novita DK by Novita.  

Lis Smith – Amidships  

Combining the shape of a classic middy blouse collar with textured fisherman-style stitch patterns, Amidships is a nautical-inspired piece designed as a playful alternative to a scarf or shawl.

Yarn: Sprite by Ritual Dyes.

Audrey Trecasse – Willow

This modern crochet neck warmer provides the structured look of a turtleneck with the ease of a removable accessory. The vertical ribbing offers elasticity and a snug, comfortable fit.

Yarn: Får by Woolfolk.

Mitts & Mittens

Aleksandra Sołowianiuk – Madeleine

Named after the ridged French cakes, these mitts are worked with slipped stitches that create both visual texture and a warm fabric. Comfortable, hard-wearing and designed for everyday use!

Yarn: Finull by Rauma Garn.

Emilia Jensen – Ax

Inspired by wheat fields during summer, the formation of the ears (“ax” in Swedish) of wheat was the inspiration for the easy-to-memorise textured pattern found on the front of these mittens.  

Yarn: Eco DK by PRU Yarns.

Ástþrúður Sif Sveinsdóttir – Strandir  

Strandir are elegant mitts with long cuffs, inspired by the sea and the movement of water along the shore. The textured pattern echoes the delicate marks left behind in the sand by the tide.

Yarn: Laine x Novita 4ply by Novita.

Nina Suutari – Inger  

The name Inger is derived from the Old Norse name Ingifridh, in which “fridh” means peace or beauty. These qualities are reflected in the mittens’ understated, minimalist design.

Yarn: Terapia by Jalovilla.

Ayano Tanaka – Woodland  

These mitts draw inspiration from the Japanese word “boku”, evoking a natural, unadorned state and the texture of tree bark. A botanical pattern on the back is paired with a ribbed palm.

Yarn: Cashmere Fingering by Zakami.

Joanna Filip – Berry Wave Mittens

Inspired by tiny berry-like textured bumps and a warm orange hue, these mittens combine subtle texture with delicate picot edges. The book also features a matching shawl design.

Yarn: Le Petit Lambswool by Biches & Bûches. 

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