From the Bare Naked Wools family, we wish you a beautiful ending to 2025 and a joyful welcome to 2026! May the new year be filled with a little magic, a lot of creativity, and plenty of time with your needles and hooks.

Before we turn the page, we’d love to take a moment to look back at everything 2025 brought us—from all the Knitspot patterns to Barn Box favorites and everything in between.

Thank you for supporting our small business in so many ways. We’re endlessly grateful for this community and can’t wait to dream up even more projects, yarn, and inspiration with you in 2026.

January 

Vanilla Velvet Scarf or Cowl

We kicked off January with the release of our Vanilla Velvet Scarf or Cowl in Cupid Fingering—so popular we restocked it twice! This cozy design is all about classic cables and comforting texture, offering options for a scarf, wrap, or snug cowl. With simple cable crosses and an approachable knit/purl rhythm, it’s a relaxing project for experienced knitters and a welcoming introduction for anyone new to cables, especially if you’ve been saving a special, trophy skein for just the right pattern.

Soft Outlines 

The Soft Outlines Pullover made its debut with our January Barn Box yarn, Old Norwegian DK, and the response was immediate—the yarn sold out fast. This easy, boxy sweater balances lightness and warmth with clean lines and subtle contrast, and we couldn’t resist knitting multiple versions to show off its flexible fit, neckline options, and how beautifully the design adapts to different looks. The vest on the left is knit in our Special Edition DK, the sample in the middle was the first sample made and is in the Old Norwegian DK, and the V-Neck on the right is made in our Blues Singer DK. 

February

Scintilla Mitts and Scintilla Beret

For Valentines Day we created a special kit that came with both patterns and our Special Edition DK in shade Hot Lips. We teamed up with our friends at Miss Babs to create the pink of our dreams, and it turned out every bit as beautiful as we hoped. The yarn knits up wonderfully, highlighting the texture in both pieces. 

Despite how polished they look, the beret and mitts are truly easier to knit than you might expect—so if you’ve been thinking about this set, take this as your sign to go for it.

March

Polkadotty Half Hap and Polkadotty Square Hap

March brought our second Barn Box release of the year, featuring Lleyn Sport. Anne used this 100% Lleyn Wool yarn to design and knit a beautiful baby blanket also known as the Polkadotty Square Hap.This square hap marked the very first pattern in the Polkadotty family.

That same month, Anne also designed and knit a Half Hap version using the same playful motif. For the Polkadotty Half Hap version she used 3 different shades of our Shetlandia Sport  in White (Color A), Emsket (Color B), and Moorit/White Marls (Color C), and of course this version is equally beautiful.

This half hap was the second addition to the Polkadotty Family, but that's not all! Keep reading to see the Polkadotty Dress that Anne designed later in the year.

April 

Polkadotty Dress

This is the latest and arguably cutest addition to the Polkadotty family: the Polkadotty Dress. This dress has 7 sizes (0-3, 3-6, 6-12, 12-18, 18-24 months, and 3T, 4T), is knit top down in the round and can be worked with or without sleeves, making it both versatile and practical.

We knit two versions to showcase the design. The gray sample is size 3T, knit in Finn Dandy 3-ply Sport, color Lynx, and the cream sample is size 6-12 mos, knit with Fresh DK, color Vanilla. It’s a charming continuation of the Polkadotty story and a perfect example of how this motif translates beautifully across different projects and yarns.

May 

Djinny

May was our third Barn Box of the year and this one was a Standout: Silk and Camel Fingering. This 2-ply fingering-weight yarn, made from a 70/30 blend of silk and camel wool, has incredible drape and a beautiful hand. For this Barn Box, Anne designed and knit Djinny specifically to showcase those qualities. The design is a perfect match for Silk and Camel, allowing the natural fluidity of the yarn to really shine.

Anne also used our Cupid Fingering in this design on the placket, collar, and ribbing. This adds some needed stability to the garment and this yarn is incredibly soft so that's always a plus.  

We had another sample knit up to show the V-Neck option of this pattern also. This was knit in Hempshaugh 2.0 Fingering, color Millet. The pattern also has instructions for two body lengths, so it is very customizable. 

June 

Black Oak Pullover 

Black Oak Pullover was one of our most popular designs this past summer! It comes in multiple variations—vest, long sleeve, short sleeve, and more—all knit in unique yarns and styled in different ways to suit every kind of look. 

Shown here, from left to right: Black Oak Crew Neck Short Sleeve in Fresh Sport, Black Oak Long Sleeve V-Neck in New Zealand Sport, and Black Oak V-Neck Vest in Hempshaugh 2.0 Fingering (Kasha shade).

Mini Spröss

We had a lot of great children's patterns release this year, but this one might be my personal favorite. The Mini Spröss is matching motif for the adult Sprössling cardigan, and the two together make an irresistibly cute Mom & Me pairing.

Our Mini Spröss sample was knit in Better Breakfast Fingering, color Milk & Honey, making it wonderfully soft against the skin and ideal for little ones. The adult Sprössling was also knit in Better Breakfast Fingering, this time in the color Mocha, creating a sweet and cohesive set that highlights just how well this yarn works for garments of all sizes.

July

Easy Hiker  

July brought another Barn Box, this time featuring Zwartbles Marls Fingering, color Quail's Egg. This was another wonderfully unique Barn Box yarn, blended from 80/20 Zwartbles and alpaca for warmth, durability, and softness. Anne decided to design a pair of socks with this yarn and came up with the Easy Hiker Sock.

This sock is worked top down in a simple textured rib. Worked in a warm, wooly yarn, it’s a true hiking, rowing, and snowshoeing essential. Wool socks offer so many benefits, including natural temperature regulation—keeping your feet warm in winter while also wicking away moisture in the summer to help keep them cool.

The sample shown below is knit with Zwartbles Marls Fingering and  Stone Soup Fingering at the cuff.

Black Oak Cardigan 

We had two versions of the Black Oak Cardigan: a long-sleeve in Season of the Witch (sold out) and a short-sleeve version (shown here) knit in G.O.A.T. Fingering in the Serena shade. Just like the pullover this cardigan was very popular release for us this year. Many people have already finished knitting their own Black Oak Cardigan and they all look really great! 

August 

Box top Shorty and Box Top, Baby

September 

Brocadia 

September kicked off with Brocadia, designed especially for the Yarn Discovery Tour. Inspired by woven textiles, this shawl explores the magic of mosaic knitting—simple stitches that create richly detailed motifs with very little effort. Available in three sizes (petite, medium, and tall), Brocadia can be worked in a high-contrast two-color palette for crisp definition, or paired with a solid and a gradient for softer, ever-shifting effects.

Despite its intricate appearance, the pattern is deceptively easy, using just one strand per row. It’s an excellent introduction to colorwork for newer knitters and an engaging, satisfying project for those with more experience. Samples include the petite size knit in Polwarth Sport in White (Color A) paired with Modern Deco Sport in Carbon Steel (Color B), and the medium size knit in Blues Singer DK in Lead Belly (Color A) with Feederbrook Farm Entropy DK in Kaaterskill Falls (Color B). 

Woolly Thyme

Later in the month, we released Woolly Thyme, designed to pair with our September Barn Box yarn, Wensleydale DK—a yarn so popular it sold out quickly. This open-front cardigan is available in 12 sizes (XS–1X) and [2X–8X] and features an elegant openwork motif of traveling leaves along the cascading front panels, flared lower sleeves, and a striking center-back accent.

Reversible patterned lapels extend around the back neck and can be worn standing up or folded into a soft shawl collar, offering multiple styling options. Gentle waist shaping creates a graceful, forgiving silhouette that flatters a wide range of body types.

October 

Brocadia Cap 

October began with the release of the Brocadia Cap, a companion piece to the Brocadia shawl released earlier in the year. This cap was designed just in time to use for our Halloween Kits. For this kit we worked with Feederbrook Farms to get a color that really felt like Halloween. People really enjoyed this design paired with the new special Halloween yarn, so the kits we has sold out quick.

This colorwork hat is available in three sizes (small, medium, and large) and uses mosaic stitch patterns to create a lively mix of motifs from brim to peak. Like its shawl counterpart, the design can be worked in a high-contrast two-color palette for crisp definition or paired with a solid and a gradient for more subtle, shifting effects.

Shown here from left to right: Kent DK (Color A, Beachglass) with Feederbrook Farm Entropy DK (Color B, Helix), Kent DK (Color A, Tidepool) paired with Feederbrook Farm Entropy DK (Color B, Helix)

Fisherfolk

Also released in October was Fisherfolk, a classic cabled pullover inspired by seafaring traditions. Designed for men and women, this sweater is available in 12 sizes (XS–2X) and [3X–8X] and features strong vertical cables and textured panels that give it a timeless, hardworking feel.

Knit from hem to neck and seamed for long-term durability, Fisherfolk includes a modified drop shoulder with a cabled saddle and a generous round neckline finished with ribbing. The slightly oversized fit allows for easy layering, while the dense texture delivers warmth without excess bulk—especially when knit in a lofty natural DK or heavy sport yarn. The sample shown is a women’s size S, knit in Kent DK in the color Folkestone.

November 

Thrifted and Sharp Turns 

November brought another Barn Box, this time featuring our cozy Manx Loughtan Worsted in the warm shade Gingerbread Boy. To showcase this yarn, we released two matching-motif designs: Thrifted and Sharp Turns Scarf.

Thrifted is a quick-to-knit, throw-on-anytime sweater that becomes a wardrobe favorite as soon as winter temperatures drop. Designed for men and women in 12 sizes (XXS–1X) and [2X–7X], it’s a versatile workhorse garment available as a cardigan, pullover, or vest. Knit in lofty worsted-weight wool, it features bold twist-stitch panels and a V-neck with subtle seam detailing. Pieces are knit from hem to shoulder and seamed for long-lasting stability and wear. We also have a sample knit in Kent Worsted to show a different take on the yarn.

The Sharp Turns Scarf shares the same striking twist-stitch motif, making it the perfect accessory to pair with Thrifted. Bold and eye-catching, it’s warm and cozy, with enough width and length to wrap snugly around the neck or drape elegantly over a coat. Its length can easily be adjusted depending on yarn supply or how long you want to keep enjoying the pattern, making it a quick, showstopping gift that knits up beautifully in worsted-weight yarn.

December

Los Angeles Stocking

December rounded out the year with Anne’s annual holiday tradition: the Los Angeles Stocking. A fun-to-knit holiday project, this stocking is the perfect welcome diversion as the season ramps up—and it truly steals the show! Packed with texture to keep your knitting engaging, it’s full of flash and festive flair.

Worked top-down in a classic sock construction using worsted-weight yarn, this design makes a quick and impressive gift, perfect for last-minute holiday projects. Samples shown are knit in Festivus 9.0 Worsted in Red Flannel and Confection Worsted in White Chocolate, making this stocking as eye-catching as it is cozy.

Bellwether Solstice Hap

December also brought the release of the Bellwether Solstice Hap, originally designed exclusively for attendees of our June knitting retreat. On the winter solstice, we shared the pattern with everyone, allowing knitters everywhere to enjoy this sunny design.

Inspired by the textures of a summer kitchen garden, this light half hap is a joy to knit and wear. Worked from neck to hem in airy, natural wool using simple stitches, it offers a cheerful contrast to the winter season while recalling the warmth of summer days. You can work it in a mix of fingering-weight shades for lively contrast, or choose a favorite solid to highlight the subtle textural details.

Shown here in: Jacob Fingering (Color A, Medium Gray), Stone Soup Fingering (Color B, Pumice), Shropshire Fingering (Color C, Chalk), and Borderdale Fingering (Color D, Peat)