Requires: Nifty Knitting Stuff Pack
Get cosy, creative, and crafty with the Lady of the Knits aspiration perfect for Sims who love handmade fashion, giving heartfelt gifts, and starting a home business through Plopsy. Knitting unlocks adorable clothing, exclusive baby onesies, pet attire (with Cottage Living), and a few magically weird surprises…
Skill Used: Knitting
Required Object: Yarn Basket (must be in Sim’s inventory)
Reward Trait: Sacred Knitting Knowledge
Knitting Tips
- Onesies: After knitting a onesie, click on a baby and choose “Change Outfit” to dress them.
- Sell on Plopsy: Finished knits appear in your Sim’s inventory. Click the item > List on Plopsy to sell it.
- Multitask: Sims can knit while listening to music, watching TV, or sitting in a rocking chair.
- Rocking Chairs: These count as armchairs and can be found in Buy Mode > Living Room > Chairs.
Aspiration Milestones
Milestone I: Humble Knitter
| Task | Tips |
|---|---|
| Knit for 5 Hours | Use a Yarn Basket from Build/Buy and place it in your inventory to begin. |
| Start 3 Knitting Projects While Inspired | You don’t need to finish them. Use Thoughtful Showers or inspired décor to trigger the mood. |
| Knit on a Rocking Chair | Purchase one from Build/Buy and knit while sitting. Counts even if you cancel early. |
Milestone II: Thread Setter
| Task | Tips |
|---|---|
| Achieve Level 4 Knitting Skill | Just keep knitting try a variety of items to boost skill faster. |
| Knit While Listening to Music | Use a stereo or white earbuds from inventory. Start music, then knit. |
| Sell a Knitted Object on Plopsy | After knitting, click the item in inventory and choose List on Plopsy. You’ll get a notification when it sells. |
Milestone III: Dream Weaver
| Task | Tips |
|---|---|
| Complete 10 Excellent Knittables | Higher skill = higher quality. Being Inspired also helps. |
| Successfully Gift 3 Knittables | Friendly > Give Gift > Friendly Gift, then choose a knittable. |
| Achieve Level 6 Knitting Skill | Keep crafting! Check out our Knitting Skill Guide here. |
| Show Off Your Knitted Sweater to Another Sim | Knit the ugly sweater, add it to your wardrobe, wear it, then click a Sim and choose “Show Off Sweater”. |
Milestone IV: Lady of the Knits
| Task | Tips |
|---|---|
| Donate 5 Knitted Items to Charity | Click on a finished item in inventory and choose Donate. |
| Achieve Level 10 Knitting Skill | Keep Inspired and vary project types to level up quickly. |
| Complete 5 Legendary Knittables | Similar to Excellent random chance improves with skill level and mood. |
| Teach Another Sim to Knit | Available at Level 10. Click a Sim and choose Teach to Knit. Great for storytelling between generations! |
Final Thoughts
Knitting in The Sims 4 isn’t just a hobby it’s a heartfelt expression of personality and tradition. Whether you’re dressing pets, gifting handmade sweaters, or mastering the dark secrets of the Forbidden Sweater, the Lady of the Knits aspiration brings warmth, whimsy, and legacy-worthy gameplay.
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