Start knitting by buying a knitting station and clicking it

To knit in The Sims 4, your Sim needs a knitting station, which costs 400 Simoleons. Place it anywhere in your lot — a bedroom, living room, or dedicated craft space. Once it's there, click the station and select "Knit" from the menu. Your Sim will sit down and begin knitting automatically. The action takes time to complete, and your Sim gains skill points in the knitting skill as they work.

You don't need any special items or preparation before starting. Your Sim can knit at any time of day, though they'll stop if they need to eat, sleep, or use the bathroom. If you want them to knit uninterrupted, make sure their needs are met first.

Key Takeaways

  • Buy a knitting station from the build/buy menu for 400 Simoleons and place it on your lot.
  • Click the station and select "Knit" to start; your Sim gains knitting skill points while working.
  • Knitting skill levels unlock new patterns and faster knitting speed, with level 10 being the maximum.
  • Finished knitted items can be kept, gifted to other Sims, or sold for Simoleons.
  • The Seasons expansion pack adds seasonal knitting patterns and weather-appropriate clothing options.

How knitting skill levels work and what they unlock

Your Sim's knitting skill starts at level 1 and can reach level 10. As the skill increases, your Sim knits faster and unlocks new patterns and clothing items to create. At level 1, your Sim can only knit basic items like scarves and straightforward sweaters. By level 5, they unlock more complex patterns. At level 10, they have access to all available patterns and knit at the fastest speed.

The skill grows every time your Sim completes a knitting action. Higher skill levels also reduce the chance of your Sim making mistakes while knitting, which can result in lower-quality items. A Sim with level 10 knitting skill will produce higher-quality finished pieces than a beginner.

What your Sim can knit and how to choose patterns

When your Sim clicks the knitting station, they can choose from several patterns depending on their skill level. Available items include scarves, sweaters, socks, and hats. Each pattern takes a different amount of time to complete — a straightforward scarf might take 30 minutes of in-game time, while a full sweater takes longer.

Your Sim can also choose the color of the item they're knitting before they start. This lets you create pieces that match your Sim's style or the décor of your home. Once the item is finished, it appears in your Sim's inventory as a wearable piece of clothing or a decorative object.

Selling knitted items for Simoleons

Finished knitted items have a resale value that depends on your Sim's knitting skill level and the quality of the item. A scarf knitted by a level 1 Sim might sell for 50 Simoleons, while the same scarf knitted by a level 10 Sim could sell for 200 Simoleons or more. Higher-quality items always fetch higher prices.

To sell a knitted item, open your Sim's inventory, right-click the item, and select "Sell." The Simoleons are added to your household funds when ready. This is a steady way to earn money if you dedicate a Sim to knitting regularly, though it's not the fastest money-making method in the game.

Knitting with the Seasons expansion pack

If you own The Sims 4 Seasons expansion, your Sim unlocks seasonal knitting patterns. During winter, they can knit winter-specific clothing like thick sweaters and warm hats. Spring and fall bring their own seasonal patterns. These seasonal items are purely cosmetic — they don't provide any gameplay benefit beyond looking appropriate for the time of year.

Seasonal patterns become available automatically when the in-game season changes. Your Sim doesn't need to do anything special to access them; they straightforward appear in the pattern list when the season arrives.

Combining knitting with other skills and hobbies

Knitting pairs well with other creative skills in The Sims 4. A Sim who also paints or writes can develop multiple income streams by selling their creations. Knitting is also a relaxing activity that reduces stress and improves your Sim's mood, making it useful for Sims who work high-pressure jobs.

You can also have multiple Sims in your household knitting at the same time if you own more than one knitting station. This lets you produce items faster and build the skill across your household. Sims can also gift knitted items to friends and family, which improves their relationships.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can my Sim knit while doing other things?

No. Knitting requires your Sim to sit at the knitting station and focus on the task. They cannot knit while working another job, attending school, or doing other activities. However, knitting is one of the few activities that doesn't conflict with most social interactions — other Sims can talk to your Sim while they knit.

What happens if my Sim fails at knitting?

Lower-skill Sims occasionally produce lower-quality items, but they don't completely fail. The item is still finished and wearable or sellable, just worth less money. As your Sim's skill increases, failed items become rarer.

Do I need any materials to knit?

No. The knitting station provides everything your Sim needs. You don't have to buy yarn or needles separately. The station itself is the only purchase required.

Can knitted items be worn by any Sim?

Yes. Once an item is knitted, any Sim in your household can wear it. You can also gift items to other Sims in the game, and they'll wear them if the item fits their style preferences.