The kettle’s on, the playlist is looping, and there’s a list on the counter that keeps adding itself. Gifts to buy, cookies to bake, places to be, people to see. Holiday lists have a funny way of multiplying when you turn your back for a second.

I’ll be honest, I’m especially good at this. Grand ideas show up fast. Bake batches of different cookies every week in December. Finish the entire shopping list in one heroic go. Add more lights to the tree. More decorations to the house. All excellent plans, all at once, all apparently very urgent.

This is where a gentle project helps. It’s quick to make, easy to pick up and put down, and perfect for finding a few quiet rows in between the chaos. You don’t need a whole afternoon or a perfectly clear schedule. Just a small pocket of time, some yarn, and permission to unwind while the lists wait their turn.

If you’re looking for a project you can comfortably finish right before the holidays, this one checks all the boxes: timeless, cozy, and a joy to knit.

This month’s Project of the Month is the Porty Hat by the ever-brilliant Ysolda Teague a pattern that proves classic doesn’t have to mean boring.

Porty is a beautifully designed hat with clean lines and thoughtful details that make it a joy to knit and an easy addition to any winter wardrobe. With its snug fit and timeless silhouette, it’s the kind of project you’ll want to knit more than once, for yourself and as gifts.

For this project, we’re pairing the Porty Hat with Estelle Colour Flair, a yarn that truly shines in simple, well-structured designs.

Colour Flair offers beautiful stitch definition with subtle colour movement, making it ideal for a hat where texture and shape take centre stage. The result is a finished piece that feels modern, cozy, and just a little bit special without being fussy.

Shop Estelle Colour Flair here:
https://www.baaadannas.store/estelle-colour-flair.html

Whether you go bold with colour or keep things classic, the Porty Hat is endlessly customizable and a great way to enjoy your yarn while creating something you’ll reach for all season long.