Finishing a pair of hand-knit socks is deeply satisfying. This is especially true when the leaves are falling and the air turns crisp. Socktober was my month of cozy commitment. It was a time where stitches met stories. Every round on the needles felt like an act of calm in motion.
This year, I completed two full pairs of socks. Each had its own rhythm and its own story. These stories were spun through wool and quiet evenings. The first pair became my everyday comfort socks, simple ribbing and soft hues that reminded me of early autumn mornings. The second pair carried more adventure. It featured an afterthought heel construction. There was also a hand dyed yarn that had been waiting patiently in my basket since last spring.
Each pair taught me something — not just about technique, but about time. There’s a rhythm to knitting socks, a steady pulse that mirrors the turning of the season. Socktober wasn’t about speed; it was about settling into slowness, about honouring the process as much as the product.
🍂 On the Needles for November
Now that Socktober has wrapped up, November’s projects are already whispering from my basket. A new pair of woolly socks is underway (because let’s be honest, we never stop at two). There’s also comfort knitting happening. There is a mitten project and a hat. Maybe even a small gift or two as Advent approaches.
This month feels quieter, more reflective — the knitting that pairs well with candlelight and evening tea.
🧶 Reflecting on the Season
Socktober reminded me that small goals can lead to big satisfaction. Two pairs may not sound like much. Still, in a world that moves too fast, finishing something handmade is its own quiet rebellion.
🌧️ From Socktober to November’s Knits
The days are getting shorter as November settles in. I’m finding my knitting shifting too. It moves from the lively energy of Socktober to something softer, slower, and more contemplative. There’s a comfort in the familiar click of needles on a grey afternoon. There is comfort in the quiet promise of projects that will carry me through the colder days ahead. In my latest video, I share what’s now on my needles. It provides a peek into November’s creative rhythm. Each stitch feels like a small act of warmth against the coming winter.
✨ A Season of Making and Meaning
Knitting through October reminded me that creativity doesn’t have to be grand to be meaningful. Two pairs of socks, a basket of yarn, and the rhythm of the needles were enough. They filled my days with purpose and peace. Every stitch felt like a small act of gratitude. I felt thankful for the wool. I was grateful for the warmth. I appreciated the hands that made it possible.
As November unfolds, I’m leaning into that same spirit. I enjoy slower mornings and mindful making. I am involved in projects that bring both comfort and joy. The darker days are not without light — they simply invite us to create our own.
So whether you finished a single sock or several pairs, take a moment to celebrate what your hands have made. Each stitch tells a story, and together, they weave the quiet beauty of a handmade life.
💬 Join the Conversation
What did Socktober look like for you this year? Did you try new patterns, finish old projects, or discover a favorite yarn? Share your Socktober stories in the comments below — I’d love to hear what’s been on your needles.
Patterns Used
Patterns used: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/torevco-mitts https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/the-4-0-1
https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/daisy-socks-5 and the hat I’m finishing up https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/onu-hat
(I have no affiliation from these creators – just love the work)
With warmth and wool,
💗 Doll
