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Knits aren't just for sweaters and socks! Get cozy with 20 knit pieces for all over the home
I'm a Canadian collage illustrator and the editor of automatism, a blog where I share whatever I find inspiring, interesting, or simply beautiful in interiors, design, art, illustration and other creative fields. You can visit automatism here: http://lorilangille.blogspot.com/
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When the temperature drops and the leaves begin to change, there's nothing cozier than wrapping up in your favorite sweater. But there's no reason you can't bring that same sense of warmth to your home too. Here are some interesting ways of adding the lovely textures and comforts of knits and woolens to your surroundings.
— Lori from automatism
— Lori from automatism
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Instead of the usual woven basket, why not a soft knit one? These from Ferm Living are made of hand-knitted 100 percent cotton rope and are available in three sizes and colors — yellow, petrol and charcoal. They're a great way to add warmth and texture in a modern home.
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Why wash the dishes with a scratchy plastic dishcloth when you can use an attractive, soft, natural one in pure cotton? Closely stitched to make a dense fabric, it's designed to hold together while in use. Set includes one dark tan, one coffee brown and one dark chocolate brown dishcloth.
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This simple pouffe is perfect for adding texture (and extra seating) to a minimalist space... or a little extra coziness to a traditional one.
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Add some comfy style to your coffee or tea to-go with this great cotton cable knit coffee sleeve, hand-knit by artist Jacqueline Dufresne. No more burned fingers while dashing back to the office!
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Give your sofa a cozy note with an oversize chunky knit pillow like this one from Crate & Barrel. Its toasty brown color and continuous stockinette stitch is a great way to make a winter living room a little warmer. Also available in cream and navy.
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The Granny chair by the French company Wadebe is a happy inter-generational collaboration with retired knitters. The result is a sleek, modern chair with the warmth and texture of knits.
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Stay warm on chilly nights with this pretty hand-knit hot water bottle. It's made from an alpaca, wool and acrylic blend worked in a textured zigzag pattern on the front. The ribbed neck allows easy filling, and a single mother of pearl button on reverse allows cover to be removed for washing if needed.
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Bring a little bit of cuddly warmth into your kitchen with this sweet fluffy mohair blend bunny magnet. The grocery list on the fridge just got a whole lot cuter!
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Hand-knit from baby alpaca and filled with a goose feather and down insert, this pillow is not only elegant but great to snuggle up against while watching TV!
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Love this set of four blind-embossed coasters in a pretty cable knit pattern. They're inspired by knitwear and created one at a time on a 100 year-old Chandler & Price letterpress. Perfect for your morning coffee or afternoon tea.
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When the evenings grow chilly, curl up on the sofa and watch old movies while tucked up under this lovely handmade cotton cable-knit throw. Measuring a generous 67 x 77 inches, it's also machine washable and available in other colors too.
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The Brody Rug cleverly mimics the look of a chunky knit, making it extra comforting for bare feet — something to be particularly appreciated on chilly mornings, when getting out of a nice warm bed requires a bit of encouragement!
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Keep your mug of tea or coffee warm — and add some great style too — with this cup cozy. it fits most mugs and is available in other colors and a choice of three different buttons.
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The charming Betty Bunny egg cozy will turn even the grumpiest morning person into a cheerful one. Here's to sunnier starts to the day!
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This is such a great idea. These sweet knitted vase covers simply pop over an empty wine bottle and voila! Recycling made pretty. Add some single flower stems and you're good to go.
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A perfect way to add subtle texture and warmth to a room, this hand-knit ottoman slipcover is versatile enough to work in both traditional and modern homes. Available in several colors. Base available at an extra cost.
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Make breakfast a playful occasion with this set of two happy little egg cozy chickens, hand-knit using wool from the maker's own sheep and then felted to add a nice finish. So sweet and cheerful!
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Love the pretty simplicity of this 100 percent cotton knit bedspread/blanket by IKEA. It works both as a light summer cover or as an extra layer when the nights grow chillier.
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Something for those who are hopeless with houseplants — a hand-knitted cactus! This will definitely add a playfully kitschy accent to your home, plus you never have to worry about forgetting to water.
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For those who like to knit, the new book Vintage Knit Knacks is a great way to add the warmth of wool to your home. A collection of 25 vintage-inspired projects, it's ideal for all skill levels — some can even be made in a day. I love the French press cozy on the cover!
Next: More knitwear for everywhere
Next: More knitwear for everywhere
Ideabook published on Sept. 28, 2011.
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Thanks. Nice idea book :)