The Quiet Thread
Issue No. 06 – The Mystery of the Christmas Stocking
Stories from our home at 682.5 metres above sea level
Edit: The free pattern for the stocking knit along is no longer available.
We are delighted to announce our free mystery stocking knit-along for 2025, following in the footsteps of the popular versions from 2023 and 2024.
This year, though, will not be quite the same. A few surprises are waiting — little twists that we hope will make you smile — and all will be revealed on October 27, when the first episode goes live.
From then, the journey continues for four cosy weeks, ending on November 23. Each day from Monday to Saturday, we’ll share a new clue — a small section to knit — slowly shaping itself into a finished Christmas stocking. Sundays will bring something extra, with special surprises woven into the weekly episodes.
The pattern is completely free and will be available both here on our blog, where you can download the daily clues, and on our YouTube channel, where we’ll guide you through each step in the weekly episodes.
We’re sharing the yarn details now so you can prepare ahead and be ready to cast on.
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YARN
Rowan Norwegian Wool — 100% wool, 50 g balls (125 m / 137 yds)
You’ll need 50 g of each of the following colours:
• Off White: Cloud Dancer #014
• Red: Ribbon Red #016
• Green: Emerald #017
• Navy: Coastal Fjord #013
• Mustard: Golden Nugget #012
Since Norwegian Wool in these colours tends to sell out quickly, you can also use any DK-weight yarn. One of our favourites is Hillesvåg Ask (100% Norwegian wool, 100 g hanks / 315 m / 344 yds), available from ull.no.
Suggested Ask equivalents:
• Off White: Ubleket Hvit #6057
• Red: Bonderød #6013
• Green: Grønn #6024
• Navy: Marineblå #6038
• Mustard: Messinggul #6092
Because ASK comes in 100-gram hanks, one hank of each colour is enough for two stockings. The first can be finished during the knit-along in November, and you’ll still have time — and yarn — to knit a second one in December. The navy and mustard shades are used only in small amounts, so you’ll have leftovers of those colours.
For knitters in the USA, Wool & Co in Elgin carries both Hillesvåg Ask and Rowan Norwegian Wool, with good stock currently available only. They also offer free U.S. shipping and very quick delivery times. Here are the links for both yarns: Norwegian Wool and ASK
👉 You can also explore compatible DK-weight alternatives on Yarn Sub.
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A note on yarn flexibility
When it comes to stockings — and especially our Christmas balls — yarn choice is wonderfully forgiving. There’s no sizing to match or fit to worry about. If you knit with a thinner yarn, your stocking will be smaller; with a thicker one, it will be larger. Both work beautifully. You might wish to follow the traditional colours, or you may prefer to experiment with texture and tone. The most important thing is simply to enjoy the knitting.
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Needles
Sets of dpns 3 and 3.5 mm / U.S. 2 or 3 and 4 or circulars if you prefer magic loop.
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Socktober Offer
To celebrate Socktober, all our sock and stocking patterns are 30% off until Sunday, October 12.
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I see the printed instructions on the bottom of day one. I’m sorry I missed it!
Hi! I am a newbie and just received my yarn yesterday. I’ve watched all the episodes and have downloaded the chart each day. But I wondered if there were written instructions or some place that it talks about the method used to cast on? Thank you for taking the time to respond. I tried to look through the comments to see if someone else has already asked this question. But most of the comments were related to the quiz and general fun chitchat! Happy knitting!
Hi, I would like to join you in the mystery knitalong this year.
I am an experienced knitter and live in Borgarnes, Iceland.
Look forward to this adventure!
Greetings, Þórný
The answer is B
B
Answer is B
B: Mitten
The answer to the question is B – Mittens
B. Mitten. Selbu is known for its mitten patterns.
A
Never mind. I figured it out. 🙂 Silly me.
I’m excited to start my first Arne &Carlos KAL. where do I get the pattern for the toe as well as each clue? Many thanks.
B mittens
Dear Arne and Carlos,
Thank you for this wonderful KAL. I enjoyed last year’s and have ordered the yarn for this year’s stocking and am waiting for it to arrive. Will begin as soon as it arrives.
My answer to the quiz is mitten.
B
Thank you again.
Donna
The second answer to the second question is “Lice”
This is in response to the Christmas stocking knit along last Yay!!!!
esta resposta: B
I’m so looking forward to another wonderful stoking KAL
I have ordered my yarn and will get started as soon as I can,
the answer to the quiz question is B mittens hugs love you both
B – Mittens
I commented on the youtube Oct 27th 1st episode of the stocking 2025 KAL. Hope I am entered.
B
B mittens
Hello, I’m excited about the knit along!! The answer to your question is B a Selbu rose pattern on a mitten. I hope you read this post!! 😂
How many stitches should i have on my needles by end of round 28. Thinking it should be 120, nervous advanced beginner first time trying to knit a toe plus rest.
Many thanks
Andrea
Question #1 of the 2025 Stocking quiz-
The answer is B
the chart is there, you need to click on the grey box,above the go to comments box, and then on the kal line.
For those asking for today’s PATTERN LOCATION:
You are currently on the blog entry for Oct. 4th; so first, you need to go to where all the blog entries are listed. if you are on a computer, click on BLOG at the top of the page (I don’t know how the page appears on other devices). Then, you will need to select each day’s entry as they are posted. So currently only the blog for Oct. 27th is up. On the blog entry for the day there are links in the blog post for both that day’s pattern/chart and for the corresponding video. I hope that helps! Good Luck, and happy knitting!
***To everyone looking for the pattern!***
Each new part of the pattern will be a new blog post. If you click the “BLOG” tab at the top it will lead you to the most recent posts for the pattern. Each day (around 1pmEST) a video is released on their YouTube channel featuring the next 6 rows of the pattern and the blog post goes live shortly after. No videos on Sunday.
If you’re having early issues with the toe, in last year’s videos Arne appears to be knitting the whole thing in real time, so I would recommend referring back to previous years videos and blogs for the setup instructions if you’re having trouble.
Happy holiday knitting season, all!
Where do I find the instructions for the toe? I have purchased the yarn, but i’m disappointed that I can’t find the beginning of the stocking.
Not sure if anyone has already posted the answer to the question of how many stitches to cast on starting the toe. According to the chart the toe starts with 4 stitches per needle for a total of 16. The chart shows the increases. If you dont read a chart it shows – knit 2 rows, then do an increase round, knit a round, do another increase row until you have completed 28 rows. Hope this is more helpful than confusing. Blessings
I ve looked and looked but can’t seem the beginning for toe cast on that supposedly was up for the Christmas sock kal I realize the 6 rows start tomorrow the 28th but thought you could get the toe cast on by today. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you!!
Thank you so much for bringing us this lovely knitting experience again this year! This is my third Advent stocking and I’m very excited! The Qiz is an excellent addition to catching the show everyday . First answer for me is B mitten. ❤️
I’ve watched the video for the beginning of the 2025 Christmas Stocking, and am now on the blog. It’s the 27th at 12:05 US Pacific time, and I can’t locate the first section to begin the toe. Have you posted it yet?
B
I’m new to your KAL. How do I get the pattern? Thanks
Im new. this will be my first stocking. I’m super excited and you two r adorable 😍
I have watched the youtube Episode 1. I have checked the blog. I do not find “cast on XX stitches for round toe in red” I can see from Arne’s sample that he has accomplished that. It is now 12 noon MST on October 27th. The screen in the youtube video is beautiful. I just wish this KAL was more straightforward. I have watched Arne and Carlos for years. I have many patterns.
thanks
Joan
Am I the only one who can’t find the pattern for the kal stocking 2025? A&C said it would be available after their chat!
Looking forward to an exciting, beautiful pattern again this year. I’ll tune in at 1:00 pm EST just in case it is aired at the same time as last year. As I recall we had a time change a week or two after the KAL began so if it doesn’t begin at 1 PM, I’ll try again at 2 PM. In any case, So excited to begin here in Florida, USA
What time Eastern Standard time in the USA will the first clue drop? Anxiously awaiting!!!!
Hi This is Bobbie in San Diego, CA
im am waiting for live KAL This years new pattern. what time can I log on and how? im not able to find you.
What time (EASTERN STANDARD TIME) are you giving us the first clue???
What time will the 2025 Christmas Stockings drop???
Anxiously awaiting the first Clue to this year’s stocking. This will be my first stocking KAL.
I am going to make 3 stockings this year! One for my daughter; one for my son-in-law; and one for my new grandbaby due in May 2026! I have done the KALs for 3 years now and always enjoy. To have such a special keepsake for my kids and grandkids is very special to me.
Sue in Western Canada again! I pressed Send before asking what time zone is Norway? I’m from the UK that’s my marker! Sue
Hi I’m looking for your blog to follow the mystery stocking. I live in western Canada. We are 7 hours behind the UK and our clocks go back this coming weekend. I do t think I can watch live…. Sue
I’m from Kalamazoo, Michigan USA and this is my first christmas stocking knit-along. I am so excited, didn’t see blog in time so yarn will be delivered 10-27, and I’ll play catch up. I’ve done arne and carlos christmas bulbs, what fun!! I’ve been doing crochet, x-stitch, knitting, quilting, embroidery for about 50 yrs. And crafting and love love love it!! Thank you for doing these blogs!!
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HI! I have never done a KAL. I began knitting socks this year and am very enthusiastic. I am kinda new to Arne & Carlos, too. Are these Christmas stockings wearable? I love the designs and would love to wear them!
Thanks, y’all!
I’m so excited to join in again this year!!! Thank you both for sharing your beautiful patterns and talents with us.
I am so excited to start and be a part of this year’s Mystery Stocking. How I do love knitting with you two, whether you are knitting or getting ready for a trip. Always a lot of fun and I learn something new every time.
Hello from Sacramento, My knitting group of three retired nurses will be joining.
Can’t wait to start.
DJ
Love to start. Firstly, is there a link or do I just follow on youtube?
Ready & waiting 😃 in Australia to join in my 3rd stocking KAL🧶 Yarn arrived from Wool Warehouse UK very quickly as I couldn’t find Rowan Norwegian yarn here as in previous years.
I’m so excited! I’ve got my wool ordered…they’re promising by the 24th, so fingers crossed here ( making knitting extremely challenging)…
Can’t wait to be a part of a KAL! I’ve tried once before, but could never figure out sending a photo…just kept sending photos of my feet. Ugh.
Am knitting the reindeer stocking from another year now!
Greetings from San Clemente, (Southern) California. I just received my yarn and am going for a rustic, warm look and feel. I decided to use Knit Picks DK, 100% Baby Alpaca “Andean Treasure” in: “Horchata Heather”, “Verdant Heather”, “Goldenrod Heather”, “Embers Heather”, and Cascadia Heather”. This yarn is deliciously soft and beautiful. Is anyone else trying a different color-way? So excited to get the stocking started! Happy knitting all! 😃
Ordered wool tonight. Should get here just in time! Looking forward to it!
Thank you both so much for giving us this pattern and your time with the videos. I made last year’s stocking and enjoyed the process and finished item so much. I am really delighted you are doing this again this year. Thank you!
My yarn arrived, I choose a project bag. Now to gather my needles and make sure I have my favorite tea on hand. Thank you very much for giving me a nice distraction from a difficult time of year for me. May you have a blessed Christmas.
So happy to be doing this stocking this year!
I can’t wait to do the New 2025 Xmas I get goosebumps when I think about it!!!
Good to be back! Look forward to this Christmas Stocking.
Thank you, A&C❣️Your videos and KALs have brought me back to the joy of knitting. You and your work is a blessing in my life. I look forward to Oct. 27 and especially the addition of new colors. Well done!
Rowan…every fall you need to make the stocking materials a “kit” we can buy for the knit alongs. Easy for us, money for you. You’re welcome. 😬
I came across your post on FB and am very interested! Is one hank of each colour enough for 2 socks in a ladies size 10?
Looking forward to this.
I’m so excited for the new KAL, I’ll try to have the right yarn this time. Last year I only had the right colors in worsted weight yarn and the stocking came out huge. 😂🤣 I’m still going to hang it this year, I like it. Thanks for having the KAL again this year 🥰
Just bought my yarn to get it in time for the Oct 27 start. Really looking forward to it. I haven’t tried Rowan Norwegian Wool before. Thanks Arne and Carlos!
Thank you so much. The Christmas stocking adds so much joy to my Christmas.
Best Regards
Sheryl ❤️
Looking forward to my 3rd year of knitting a mystery stocking. Missing colors are ordered.
My first KAL! Very happy to be joining in the fun and can’t wait to see the unfolding of these colors together. 🙂
I was just wondering if there would be a stocking knit along. Thank you so much
Me and technology- pressed some button before I got to put in my name 🤦♀️
So delighted you both are doing a third year – love my stockings from the last two years. Have wool left over from last year, so just need to top up and purchase the navy & mustard colours. Looking forward to the ‘little twist surprises’ .
Excellent news, I have been part of this the last 2 years and made those stockings for my first grandchild in 2024 and my new daughter in law in 2023. We now have a new grandson born July 2025 and I was hoping you would do it again so I could make his stocking. I did already buy your newest stocking pattern in case you weren’t doing the knit along this year. I may have a new son in law this year so will do up both. HAHA love your patterns, thank you to both of you. Hugs
What a lovely surprise to come home and read about a new KAL stocking. I still have to knit last years but will definitely try to get the new design so I can get started on some surprise gifts.
Thank you for once again bringing us the cosiness and fun of a month spent in your company, creating Christmas cheer. At a time when things seem to be going mad, it’s lovely that Arne and Carlos fans across the world can be in community and knitting friendship together. Looking forward to it!
I love these knit alongs. Did my first one last year. Can’t wait. I wonder if this is the same 2025 stocking pattern that I bought online. It has the same colors except for the mustard. I started and finished that one but had to take it out because the heel came out in the wrong place. Not sure what I did wrong. I started over, so hopefully it comes out right this time.
Olvidé poner mi nombre en el mensaje anterior: Silvia Kuschnir
Hola.
Estaba esperando que llegue fin de año para poder tejer las medias navideñas. Ya estoy buscando las lanas que sean apropiadas.
He disfrutado mucho los proyectos anteriores y estoy feliz de realizar el proyecto navideño por tercer año.
Un abrazo afectuoso desde Rosario, Argentina.
yarn is ordered and I can not wait! I love spending the winter holidays with the two of you.
I really look forward to this. I have completed this year’s stocking and have this year’s ornament patterns. I use Plymouth Yarns Quaker Hill and really like the fabric it produces. Thank you so much for your generosity.
Thank you for doing this knit a long I can’t wait. Ordering my yarn now.
Yeah yarn ready
Loved taking part in this last year. The small parts each day were achievable and I finished the stocking within the timeframe for once! It was such a lovely thing to do in the run up to the crazy Christmas period. The pattern was fantastic and I loved the community spirit. Thank you for doing this again and generously sharing your creativity
THE grand plan for Holiday Cheer! Thank to you!
Thank you for something uplifting to look forward too, from another stressed and unhappy knitter across the pond.
I’m thrilled that we’re doing another stocking! Thank you, Arne and Carlos!
Excited to start. You two are such a bright spot for me these days. Thanks from the US.
Cool I ordered the Yarn so I will be ready!! I have some Norwegian wool in my stash but not enough.
To make mine unique would be # 023 red violet be a nice red in place of ribbon red?
I ordered both just in case so I can be prepared to do either one if # 023 will work in your design, I’ll use that. If not I’ll have the ribbon red handy.
I love that we are doing this again this year!! Thank you!!
I discovered your you tube channel last year while recovering from a virus. You became my company and friends. I knitted the stocking and since bought some patterns to make more, in fact I
made one for all my family, now I have to fill them for Christmas!
I’m looking forward to the new one . Take care xx
Excited for this year’s stocking!
For Canadian knitters, Urban Yarns in Vancouver has quite a good stock of the Rowan Norwegian colours. There is a $20 UPS delivery fee.
I am such a fan of your annual Christmas stockings…I knit 2 at a time , one for my collection and one to donate to my local ski area’s annual fund drive.
I like this tradition very much.
But I thought “Buckesprang”(?) is Your new Christmas Stocking this year! Oh, oh!
I am looking forward to the fun of a MKal Christmas Stocking….juhuuu
Last year’s stocking was my first ever colourwork project and I really enjoyed making it, so I’m excited to knit along this year
I have bought my wool ready to start on 27 October 😁