Flock & Friends Advent Calendar day 12 - Hot Water Bottle Cover by Emily Bolduan

Day 12 of the Flock & Friends Advent Calendar! 🎄✨

Today’s pattern is the Hot Water Bottle Cover by Emily Bolduan, a cosy, comforting, and wonderfully mindless knit. This free pattern gives you the option to work in the round or flat, all knit from the bottom up. It’s a quick, satisfying project and a perfect choice for beginners (or anyone who loves a relaxing knit!).

Yarn recommendation:
This simple, soothing pattern is the perfect canvas to showcase the beautiful colours of the Appledore DK range from John Arbon Textiles. I chose a few favourites: Billy Down Pippin (1), Duffin (2), Ellis Bitter (3), and Quench (4), but truly, any shade would shine here.

Because the design is so wonderfully straightforward, there’s tons of room to play: try stripes, colour blocking, or even a little colourwork. Let your creativity lead the way!

And if you’re ticking off your gift list, this one is ideal! Quick to knit, endlessly customisable, and guaranteed to bring comfort all winter long. A handmade hug in project form. 🧶💛

Have fun with this cosy make, your future self on a chilly night will thank you!

You can find the pattern here on Ravelry.