The acorn is a mighty little seed. Aside from being a whimsical representation for the many hours of antics they provide squirrels with as they hide, lose, and re-discover old stashs of nuts (whether theirs or not!), they also encapsulate a wealth of symbolism for mankind. They have long been said to safekeep “oak knowledge”: both the actual DNA for these mighty trees as well as the unlimited potential we hold within ourselves - strength, luck, wisdom, and perseverance.

Like the acorn, this bookmark with its wee bit of cablework, textured stitches, and eyelets will require a little of all of these elements as you knit it (perfect for skill-building!), but like the oak to grand and inspiring results.

It is also perfect for:

Gift knitting

Scrappy projects, stash-busting, and leftover bits and bobs

Building beginner cable knitting skills in a small, quick project

Marking your place in all your quests for knowledge!