From The Suggestive Shrug from The Yarn Girls' Guide to Knits for All Seasons, by Julie Carles and Jordana Jacobs (Potter Craft, $30): Linen yarn will become softer and drapier with each wash and dry.

Shoulder shrugs may help relieve muscle tension in your neck, shoulders, and upper back. They’re great for most fitness levels and could be modified for different levels of strength. If you have a ...