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Summer’s on its way, which not only means you’ll be able to take your knitting outdoors, but also that you might have just had a spring clean of your stash. Any annual clear-out usually reveals a vast collection of odds and ends: leftover yarn from long-finished projects; skeins you loved in the shop but don’t know what to do with; and yarn you don’t remember buying but can’t bear to waste! Whatever stray yarn you’ve uncovered, 150 Thrifty Knits will help you turn it into something beautiful. Compiled from Simply Knitting magazine, nearly all of the stash-busting projects here use just 100g of yarn (many use less!). From summery shawls and accessories to wedding themes, homewares, gifts and fun knits for kids, there really is something for everyone. So grab…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Noro, Taiyo Sock (50% cotton, 17% wool, 17% polyamide, 16% silk, 100g/420m), 1 ball Shade 58 ■ A 2½mm circular needle, 80cm long, or set of 2½mm DPNs ■ Stitch markers For yarn stockists contact Designer Yarns 01535 664222 www.designeryarns.uk.com TENSION Yarn used knits as 4ply to this tension: 35 sts and 52 rows to meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 2½mm needles MEASUREMENTS To fit 20 (21: 22)cm foot circumference Length is fully adjustable ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 130. These cute ankle socks will look wonderful with pumps or plimsolls. Team them with shorts or a skirt to show them off to their full colourful glory. The cotton/silk blend in the yarn, plus the ankle length, makes them ideal for staying…

TWISTY HEADBAND YOU WILL NEED ■ Rooster, Almerino DK (50% baby alpaca, 50% Merino wool, 50g/113m), 1 ball Starfish (218) ■ A pair of 4mm needles ■ Cable needle ■ 2 stitch markers ■ Tapestry needle TENSION Yarn used knits as DK to this tension: 21 sts and 28 rows to meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 4mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130. HEADBAND Cast on 17 sts using 4mm needles. Work in st st until work meas 15cm. CABLE PATTERN Row 1 P2, K6, P1, K6, P2. Row 2 and all even rows K2, P6, K1, P6, K2. Row 3 P2, K6, P1, K6, P2. Row 5 P2, slip 3 sts onto cable needle and hold at back of work, K3, K3 from cable…

BANGLES YOU WILL NEED ■ Any DK, aran or chunky yarn from your stash ■ For chunky use 5½mm dpns; for aran use 4½mm dpns; for DK use 3¾mm dpns ■ Bangles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130. KNITTED BANGLES Cast on 12 sts using needles stated. Row 1 Knit. Row 2 Purl. Cont in st st until work fits around bangle. Cast off. TO MAKE UP Sew the cast-on ends together, put the bangle inside the knitting and slip stitch the knitting closed. Fasten off the yarn. SUMMER FLOWER YOU WILL NEED ■ Rico Design, Cotton Soft DK (50% cotton, 50% acrylic, 50g/125m), 1 ball of each: Lilac (008), Pistachio (005) ■ A pair of 3¾mm needles ■ A button ■ A brooch pin MEASUREMENTS 12cm circumference…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Wendy, Peter Pan DK (55% nylon, 45% acrylic, 50g/170m), Pure White (300) ■ A pair of 4mm needles ■ Stitch holders ■ Buttons: 3 for jacket, 5-7 for cardigan For yarn stockists, contact TB Ramsden 01943 872264 www.tbramsden.co.uk TENSION Yarn used knits as DK to this tension: 24 sts and 32 rows to meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 4mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 130. This matinée jacket and cardigan are Designs 3A and 3B from Wendy. For more patterns, visit www.tbramsden.co.uk This classically styled set of matinée jacket and cardigan is lovely and will bring back memories of traditional layettes. Made in a pairing of plain, lace and cable stitch patterns, there’s plenty of variation to keep a keen knitter…

LEGWARMERS YOU WILL NEED ■ Sirdar, Bonus DK (100% acrylic, 100g/280m), 1 ball Cerise (984) ■ A pair of 4mm needles TENSION Yarn used knits as DK to this tension: 22 sts and 28 rows to meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 4mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130. LEGWARMERS Cast on 46 sts using 4mm needles. Start cuff rib: Row 1 (RS) Sl1, P2, *K2, P3; rep from * to last 3 sts, K2, P1. Row 2 Sl1, P2, *K3, P2; rep from * to last 3 sts, K3. These 2 rows form the rib pattern; rep them 5 times more. [12 rows] Start the zigzag pattern: Row 1 Sl1, P2, *k2tog, yo, P3; rep from * to last st, P1. Row 2 & every…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Bessie May, Lishie Lou Grace lace weight (70% super kid mohair, 30% silk, 25g/195m), 1 ball Mist (9140) ■ A pair of 4mm needles ■ Tapestry needle, silver plated 6cm (2½in) hair comb, 3 x 6mm oyster glass pearl beads (comb and beads used here are from www.spoiltrottenbeads.co.uk), 25x60cm (10x23½in) tulle fabric or Russian netting (which has much larger mesh) TENSION Yarn used knits as lace weight to this tension: 22 sts and 30 rows to meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 4mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 130. VEIL FLOWER (MAKE 8) Cast on 5 sts using 4mm needles. Row 1 (RS) K1, *yo, K1; rep from * to end. [9 sts] Row 2 and every alt row (WS) Purl. Row…

HEART NAPKIN YOU WILL NEED ■ Any DK yarn from your stash ■ A set of 3¼mm DPNs ■ Tapestry needle, stuffing, 10-15cm ribbon ABBREVIATIONS w&t Wrap and turn: bring yarn forward (RS rows) or backward (WS rows), slip st pwise, take yarn to back (RS) or front (WS) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130. HEARTS (MAKE 2) Cast on 5 sts using 3¼mm DPNs. Distribute sts evenly over DPNs and join to work in the round. Preparation row (WS) Purl. Row 1 K2, m1l, K to last 2 sts, m1l. [7 sts] Row 2 (WS) Purl. Repeat rows 1 and 2 until there are 17 sts, ending with a WS row. Next row (RS) K8, w&t . Next row (WS) *P6, w&t. Next row K5, w&t. Next…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Patons, Smoothie DK (100% acrylic, 100g/200m) Pastel party set 1 ball of each: Light Pink (002009), Dark Pink (02008), Cream (01019) and Mint (01095) Pirate party set 1 ball of each: Red (01035), Black (01033), Cream (01019) and Mint (01095) ■ A pair of 4mm needles ■ Ribbon and buttons according to the length you want to make For yarn stockists contact Coats Crafts 01484 681881 www.coatscrafts.co.uk TENSION Yarn used knits as DK to this tension: 22 sts and 30 rows to meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 4mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 130. Give someone special a birthday party they’ll never forget, and decorate using this fab knitted bunting. The bunting is a novel knit, but is not a frivolous…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Araucania, Puelo (100% llama 100g/220m), 1 hank of PT1965 Q A set of 3¾mm DPNs ■ Cable needle For yarn stockists contact Designer Yarns 01535 664222 www.designeryarns.uk.com TENSION Yarn used knits as DK to this tension: 22 sts and 30 rows to meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 3¾mm needles MEASUREMENTS To fit camera strap approx 75cm long by 7cm wide when slightly stretched ABBREVIATIONS C6B Slip next 3 sts onto cn and hold at back of work, K3, then K3 from cn For a full list see page 130. Treat an avid photographer with this snazzy camera strap cover. The basic strap that comes with a camera can sometimes be itchy, ugly or just plain uncomfortable – but here’s our quick fix. This clever…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Stylecraft, Classique Cotton DK (100% cotton, 100g/184m), 1 ball Soft Lime (3663) ■ A pair of 3½mm needles ■ Patterned fabric ■ Sewing needle and thread ■ Toy stuffing For yarn stockists contact Stylecraft 01535 609798 www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk TENSION Yarn used knits as DK to this tension: 22 sts and 28 rows to meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 3½mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 130. NOTE You can get two full place settings from one ball of the yarn specified. PLACEMAT SIDE STRIP (MAKE 2) Cast on 25 sts using 3½mm needles. Rows 1 & 2 K1 (P1, K1) to end. Row 3 K1, P1, K to last 2 sts, P1, K1. Row 4 and all alt rows (WS) K1, P1, K1,…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Stylecraft, Special 4ply (100% acrylic, 100g/422m), 1 ball White (1001) Q A pair of 2¾mm needles ■ A cable needle Q Stitch holders ■ 5g lavender ■ Two pieces of fabric, approx 10x10cm (4x4in) For yarn stockists contact Stylecraft 01535 609798 www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk TENSION Yarn used knits as 4ply to this tension: 40 sts and 39 rows to meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over textured patterns using 2¾mm needles MEASUREMENTS 12x7cm (4¾x2¾in) ABBREVIATIONS C4F Sl next 2 sts to cn and hold at front of work, k2, then k2 from cn Make star P3tog leaving sts on needle, yo, then purl the same 3 sts together again For a full list, see page 130. These scented hanging hearts are such a subtle, romantic way to decorate your home or…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Sirdar, Country Style DK (40% nylon, 30% wool, 30% acrylic, 50g/155m), 1 ball of each: Yarn A Chocolate (0539) Yarn B Amber (0394) Yarn C Naturelle (0409) ■ A pair of 3¼mm needles ■ Four 12mm solid black eyes with shank, ribbon For yarn stockists contact Sirdar 01924 231682 www.sirdar.co.uk TENSION Yarn used knits as DK to this tension: 26 sts and 26 rows to meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 3¼mm needles MEASUREMENTS 10cm tall x 8cm wide (4x3in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130. Bawk bawk! There’s something rather fitting about a chicken sitting atop your hard-boiled egg. This design is simple but effective – it’s all about the details. Basic stocking stitch is brought to life with some basic shaping…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Stylecraft, Life Chunky (75% acrylic, 25% wool, 100g/148m), 1 ball Mixtures Denim (2322) ■ A set of 4mm DPNs ■ A pair of 5mm needles ■ Darning needle ■ Cable needle ■ Stitch holder ■ Wooden toggle For yarn stockists contact Stylecraft 01535 609798 www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk TENSION Yarn used knits as chunky to this tension: 18 sts and 24 rows to meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 5mm needles MEASUREMENTS 23x18cm (9x7in) – large enough to fit gadgets including the Kindle and iPad Mini ABBREVIATIONS 3/2 RPC Slip next 2 sts to cable needle and place at back of work, K3, then P2 from cable needle 3/2 LPC Slip next 3 sts to cable needle and place at front of work, P2, then K3 from cable…

HEART CARD YOU WILL NEED ■ Cygnet, Wool Rich 4Ply (75% wool, 25% polymide, 50g/205m), 1 ball of each: Yarn A Cream (1992) Yarn B Mixed Grey (0044) ■ A pair of 2½mm needles ■ Oval-aperture card blank ■ Double-sided tape MEASUREMENTS 17x12cm (6¾x4¾in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130. CHART CARD Cast on 36 sts using 2½mm needles and Yarn A. Row 1 Knit. Row 2 Purl. Repeat rows 1 and 2 seven times in total. Begin working from Chart. Work 6 repeats of Chart. Change to Yarn A and work in this yarn to end. Row 49 Knit. Row 50 Purl. Repeat rows 49 and 50 three times in total. Cast off. TO MAKE UP Darn in ends. Block swatch. When dry, use double-sided tape to…

Every knitter is guilty of hoarding yarn, however disciplined they might think they are. Whether it’s kept in immaculately organised order or simply stacked on the nearest available surface, there’s usually more than can be knitted in several lifetimes. Plus, the pile keeps getting added to as more and more wonderful specimens are spotted. The trouble is that after a while it’s easy to forget just what’s in that hoard, never mind making head or tail of it. So, however you choose to store your stash, it’s well worth looking through it now and then. Have a good old rummage, think about which yarns you really like and clear out any you don’t want to use. Life’s too short to knit all the yarn in the world, so it’s definitely…

YOU WILL NEED Pink collar ■ King Cole, Bamboo Cotton DK (50% bamboo viscose, 50% cotton, 100g/230m), 1 ball Fuchsia (536) ■ A pair of 4mm needles ■ A button ■ A hook and eye For yarn stockists contact King Cole, 01535 650230 www.kingcole.co.uk White collar ■ Patons, 100% Cotton DK (100% cotton, 100g/210m), 1 ball White (691) ■ A pair of 4mm needles ■ 50cm fine black ribbon ■ 50cm fine white ribbon For yarn stockists contact Coats, 01484 681881 www.makeitcoats.com Black collar ■ Wendy, Supreme Luxury Cotton DK (100% cotton, 100g/201m), 1 ball Black (1833) ■ A pair of 4mm needles ■ A button ■ 100cm fine black ribbon For yarn stockists contact TB Ramsden, 01943 872264 www.tbramsden.co.uk TENSION Yarns used knit as DK to this tension: 24…

YOU WILL NEED ■ DMC, Woolly (100% Merino wool, 50g/125m), 1 ball of each: Yarn A Orange (10) Yarn B Yellow (093) ■ A pair of 3½mm needles ■ A green button For yarn stockists contact DMC 0116 275 4000 www.dmccreative.co.uk TENSION Yarn used knits as DK to this tension: 28 sts and 40 rows to meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 3½mm needles SIZE Approx 15cm (6in) diameter ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 130. FLOWER OUTER FLOWER (MAKE 5) Cast on 4 sts using 3½mm needles and Yarn A. Row 1 (WS) Purl. Row 2 (RS) K1, kfb, kfb, K1. [6 sts] Row 3 Purl. Row 4 K2, kfb, kfb, K2. [8 sts] Row 5 Purl. Row 6 K3, kfb, kfb, K3. [10 sts] Row 7…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Stylecraft, Alpaca DK (80% acrylic, 20% alpaca, 100g/240m), 1 ball of Yarn A Storm (6014) ■ Stylecraft, Life DK (75% acrylic, 25% wool, 100g/298m), 1 ball of each: Yarn B Mixtures Charcoal (2323) Yarn E Cream (2305) ■ Stylecraft, Special DK (100% acrylic, 100g/295m), 1 ball of each: Yarn C Copper (1029) Yarn D Mocha (1064) ■ A set of 3¼mm DPNs ■ A 2.5mm crochet hook ■ Darning needle ■ Toy stuffing For yarn stockists contact Stylecraft 01535 609798 www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk TENSION Yarn used knits as DK to this tension: 26 sts and 26 rows to meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 3¼mm needles MEASUREMENTS Each puppet is approx 9cm tall, excluding ears ABBREVIATIONS s2kpo Slip next 2 stitches as if to knit, knit next…

YOU WILL NEED ■ A DK yarn from your stash in a creamy colour ■ A pair of 3½mm needles ■ A pair of 4mm needles ■ A cable needle ■ 3 jars in the following sizes: 23.5cm circumference x 8cm high (Bonne Maman style jar) 23cm circumference x 10cm high (straight-sided jar) 27cm circumference x 14cm high (family-size mayonnaise jar) For yarn stockists contact Coats 01484 681881 www.makeitcoats.com TENSION Yarn used knits as DK to this tension: 22 sts and 30 rows to meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 3½mm needles ABBREVIATIONS s2kpo Sl2 as if to k2tog, K1, pass slipped sts over MB Make bobble: knit into front and back of next st 3 times making 6 sts, then pass each st over first st For a…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Wendy, Merino DK (100% Merino wool, 50g/116m), 1 ball Birch (2365) ■ A pair of 3½mm needles Q A set of 3½mm DPNs ■ A pair of 4mm needles For yarn stockists contact TB Ramsden 01943 872264 www.tbramsden.co.uk TENSION Yarn used knits as DK to this tension: 22 sts and 28 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 4mm needles ABBREVIATIONS inc2 Knit into the front, back and front of the next stitch 5tog Work 5 together: skpo, k3tog, pass the st resulting from the skpo over the st resulting from the k3tog wyb With yarn held at the back of the work yo2 Wrap yarn around needle twice For a full list, see page 130. Timeless, elegant and a joy to work, these…

YOU WILL NEED ■ A DK yarn from your stash, 2 x 50g balls in a blue colour ■ A pair of 4mm needles ■ A cable needle ■ Fabric 34cm wide x 70cm long ■ A sewing needle and thread ■ A coat hanger TENSION Yarn used knits as DK to this tension: 19 sts and 28 rows to meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 4mm needles MEASUREMENTS 30x32cm (12x12½in) ABBREVIATIONS C3L Sl next st onto cn and hold at front of work, K2, then K st from cn C3R Sl next 2 sts onto cn and hold at back of work, K1, then K sts from cn For a full list, see page 130. PEG BAG Cast on 70 sts using 4mm needles. Work 6 rows g…

YOU WILL NEED ■ A DK yarn from your stash in a cream colour Small panel 1 x 50g ball Large panel 2 x 50g balls ■ A pair of 3½mm needles ■ A 30cm cushion with cover for the small panel ■ A 40cm cushion with cover for the large panel For yarn stockists contact Coats 01484 681881 www.makeitcoats.com TENSION Yarn used knits as DK to this tension: 22 sts and 30 rows to meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 3½mm needles ABBREVIATIONS MB Make bobble: knit into front and back of next st 3 times making 6 sts, pass each stitch over original st For a full list, see page 130. There’s not much better than settling down to read your favourite book on a sunny day,…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Any sock yarn in colours of your choice ■ A set of 2¼mm DPNs ■ A 2.5mm crochet hook ■ A 3mm crochet hook ■ Jar with a 7cm diameter lid ■ Two 1.5cm diameter buttons ■ Two 1cm diameter buttons ■ Toy stuffing ■ Approx 11x7cm (4x3in) felt for needle case ■ Needle and thread TENSION Yarn used knits as sock to this tension: 32 sts and 44 rows to meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 2¼mm needles MEASUREMENTS Needle case: 6x8cm (2x3in) closed Scissor keeper: approx 18cm (7in) long ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130. You need a few bits and pieces of needlework kit to sew up your knits, and these makes from Jane Burns are perfect for keeping them…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Sirdar, Snuggly Baby Bamboo DK (80% bamboo, 20% wool, 50g/95m), 2 balls Candy (114) ■ A pair of 3¾mm needles ■ A set of 3½mm DPNs ■ Fabric for lining ■ Velvet ribbon ■ Patterned fabric ■ Wadding or lavender ■ Wooden coat hanger For yarn stockists contact Sirdar 01924 231682 www.sirdar.co.uk TENSION Yarn used knits as DK to this tension: 22 sts and 28 rows to meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 3¾mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130. LACE PATTERN Row 1 K1 *yf, skpo, K7, k2tog, yf, K1; rep from * to end. Row 2 and all alt rows Purl. Row 3 K1 *yf, K1, skpo, K5, k2tog, K1, yf, K1; rep from * to end. Row 5 K1…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Stylecraft, Senses (80% acrylic, 20% mohair, 50g/250m), 2 balls Lavender (2472) ■ A pair of 4mm needles ■ A 4½mm needle for casting off (optional) For yarn stockists contact Stylecraft 01535 609798 www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk TENSION Yarn used knits as lace to this tension: 18 sts and 22 rows to meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over lace st using 4mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 130. Light and airy, this delicate shawl from Mary Henderson will be a really pretty accessory to wear this summer. It will go with everything, and it’s small enough to be worn as a neckerchief too. It looks intricate to knit but the lace repeat, which is over six rows, is simple enough that you’ll soon find yourself whizzing through it! SHAWL…

YOU WILL NEED ■ DMC, Woolly (100% Merino wool, 50g/125m), 1 ball of each: Yarn A Dark Green (082) Yarn B Orange (10) Yarn C Yellow (093) Yarn D Cream (03) Yarn E Bright Green (081) ■ A pair of 5mm needles ■ A pair of 6mm needles ■ Kilt pin (for coin purse) For yarn stockists contact DMC 0116 275 4000 www.dmccreative.co.uk MEASURMENTS Each square meas 17x17cm (7x7in) ABBREVIATIONS yo2 wrap yarn around needle twice For a full list see page 130. Big and bold, this is the perfect accessory for a day at the beach. Each colourful square is knitted individually and they’re sewn together at the end. Don’t forget to make an extra one for the coin purse – you need somewhere to put that ice cream…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Cygnet, Truly Wool Rich 4Ply (75% wool, 25% polyamide, 50g/205m), 1 ball of Turquoise (563) ■ A 2½mm circular needle, 80cm long For yarn stockists contact Cygnet 01274 743374 www.cygnetyarns.com SIZE To fit a women’s medium 21cm (8¼in) circumference foot. Length is variable. TENSION Yarn used knits as 4ply to this tension: 34 sts and 50 rows to meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 2½mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 130. With a summery motif in a vibrant colour, these pretty ankle socks are perfect for showing off under a pair of strappy sandals. They’re ideal for warm days when you don’t want a longer sock. The lace pattern is gorgeous, with a delicate butterfly on the top of the foot echoed…

YOU WILL NEED ■ King Cole, Magnum Chunky (25% wool, 75% acrylic, 100g/110m) Bow toppers 2 balls of Aqua (348) Striped toppers 1 ball of each: Damson (345) and Fern (346) Cable toppers 2 balls of Champagne (10) ■ A set of 8mm DPNs ■ Cable needle For yarn stockists contact King Cole 01535 650230 www.kingcole.co.uk TENSION Yarn used knits as chunky to this tension: 12 sts and 18 rows to meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 8mm needles ABBREVIATIONS C6F Cable 6 front: place next 3 sts on cable needle at front of work, K next 3 sts, K 3 sts from cable needle For a full list, see page 130. Welly toppers really are the most appealing things, adding a splash of colour to any old pair…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Malabrigo Lace (100% baby Merino wool, 50g/430m), 1 skein of each: Yarn A Frank Ochre (35) Yarn B Tuareg (98) ■ A pair of 4½mm needles For yarn stockists contact Malabrigo Yarn www.malabrigoyarn.com TENSION Yarn used knits as lace to this tension: 22 sts and 28 rows to meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over pattern using 4½mm needles MEASUREMENTS 130x30cm (51x12in) after blocking SPECIAL TECHNIQUES w&t Wrap and turn Short-row shaping To minimise gaps in the short-row shaping sets, a stitch is wrapped before the work is turned: To wrap stitches on a knit row Knit the number of stitches stated, bring yarn to front of work, slip next stitch purlwise, take yarn to back of work and return slipped st to LH needle without working it, turn…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Deramores, Baby DK (55% nylon, 45% acrylic, 50g/170m), 1 ball of each: Yarn A Sky Blue (003) Yarn B Apple Green (007) ■ A pair of 3¾mm needles For yarn stockists, contact Deramores 0800 488 0708 www.deramores.com TENSION Yarn used knits as DK to this tension: 18 sts and 23 rows to meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 3¾mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 130. This stripy hat couldn’t be easier to knit – a few rows of rib here, a few rows of stocking stitch there, then fold it over, stitch it up and… voila! HAT Cast on 80 (88: 96) sts using 3¾mm needles and Yarn A. Row 1 Knit. Row 2-7 (K1, P1) to end of row. Change to…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Stylecraft, Special DK (100% acrylic, 100g/295m) Carrot 1 ball of each: Jaffa (1256) and Bright Green (1259) Aubergine 1 ball of each: Emperor (1425) and Bottle (1009) Sweetcorn 1 ball of each: Sunshine (1114) and Bright Green (1259) Beetroot 1 ball of each: Burgundy (1035) and Bottle (1009) ■ A set of 3½mm DPNs ■ A pair of 3½mm needles ■ A 3.5mm crochet hook ■ Toy stuffing ■ Stick-on eyes For yarn stockists contact Stylecraft 01535 609798 www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk TENSION Yarn used knits as DK to this tension: 22 sts and 30 rows to meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 3½mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130. NOTE Leave eyes off all items for children under three. CARROT Cast on 4 sts…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Rowan, Baby Merino Silk DK (66% superwash wool, 34% silk, 50g/135m); in Candy (695) or Bluebird (684) ■ A pair of 3¼mm needles ■ A pair of 4mm needles ■ Buttons: 5 x 1018 from Coats Crafts (blue cardi), 5 x BN1365 from Bedecked (pink cardi) For yarn stockists, contact Rowan 01484 681881 www.knitrowan.com TENSION Yarn used knits as DK to this tension: 22 sts and 30 rows to meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 4mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 130. From Rowan’s Just Baby, a collection of 19 gorgeous knits. A simple raglan-sleeved cardigan in stocking stitch, this will be quick to knit in readiness for a new arrival. Even the neckline and button bands are knitted in stocking stitch…

BEADED SACHET YOU WILL NEED ■ Bessie May, Thea Bea Smile DK (100% extra fine Merino wool, 50g/120m), 1 ball Creme (3150) ■ A set of 4mm DPNs ■ Tapestry needle, embroidery needle, thread, 352 seed beads (we used 3mm silver-lined crystal beads from www.e-beads.co.uk) TENSION Yarn used knits as DK to this tension: 21 sts and 28 rows to meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 4mm needles SPECIAL ABBREVIATION b1 Thread bead: bring yarn in front with a bead SACHET Thread 352 beads onto yarn. Push them down until needed. Cast on 56 sts using 4mm DPNs, distributed evenly, place marker and join to work in the round. Round 1 Knit. Round 2 Knit. Cont in st st in this way until the piece meas 3cm from cast…

SUNGLASSES CASE YOU WILL NEED ■ Rico Design, Baby Classic DK (50% acrylic, 50% polymide, 50g/165m), 1 ball of each: Pistachio (006), Cream (002) ■ A pair of 3¾mm needles ■ Two small buttons TENSION Yarn used knits as DK to this tension: 22 sts and 28 rows to meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 3¾mm needles MEASUREMENTS 15x11cm (6x4in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130. CASE Cast on 50 sts using 3¾mm needles and Pistachio yarn. Row 1 Change to Cream yarn, knit. Row 2 Knit. Row 3 Change to Pistachio yarn, knit. Row 4 Knit. Repeat these 4 rows until your knitting measures 15cm. Cast off. TO MAKE UP Weave in all loose ends. With RS facing, fold the knitting in half and sew the…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Erika Knight, British Blue Wool (100% British Bluefaced Leicester wool, 25g/55m), 1 ball of each: Iced Gem, Pretty, Milk ■ A set of five 4mm DNPs ■ Stitch markers ■ Tapestry needle ■ Cable needle For yarn stockists contact Erika Knight 0333 666 5333 www.erikaknight.co.uk TENSION Yarn used knits as DK to this tension: 22 sts and 30 rows to meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 4mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 130. Britain has become a nation of coffee-lovers. Coffee shops are everywhere and many have their own version of keepsake takeaway cups. If you, or someone you know, is a fan of takeaway hot drinks, what better way to personalise cups than with a mug hug? Not only do they…

YOU WILL NEED ■A DK yarn from your stash, 3 x 50g balls in a creamy colour ■ A pair of 4mm needles TENSION Yarn used knits as DK to this tension: 1 pattern rep meas 9cm (3½in) wide. ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130. Sunny Sundays are all about the family, and not much beats a long picnic in the park. We think this lace edging is a lovely flourish to add to the stalwart picnic blanket – go on, give it a little treat! The gentle lace pattern is worked over just 20 stitches and you can make it as long as you need to fit the size of your blanket. CHART HOW TO USE OUR CHARTS Start at the bottom right-hand corner. Read right side…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Sirdar, Country Style DK (40% nylon, 30% wool, 30% acrylic, 50g/155m), 1 ball of each: Snapdragon (618), Tana (390), Meadow (614) and Maple (612) ■ A pair of 4mm needles ■ A pair of 3½mm needles ■ A 3.5mm crochet hook ■ Four small buttons ■ Fabric approximately 20x28cm (15x11in) For yarn stockists contact Sirdar 01924 231682 www.sirdar.co.uk TENSION Yarn used knits as DK to this tension: 22 sts and 28 rows to meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over stitch pattern using 4mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130. The ritual of taking tea and coffee, whether with breakfast, in the morning or afternoon, is much enhanced by being served in something beautiful. It might be the crockery, the serving vessels or… cosy cosies. This…

CAST ON: CABLE METHOD Great for a firm edge and to add stitches within the work. 1Make a slipknot. Insert right-hand needle into the front of the stitch from left to right. Wrap the yarn around the point and pull through, slipping the new stitch onto the left-hand needle. 2 Push the point of the right-hand needle between the first and second stitches. Wrap the yarn anti-clockwise around the point of the right-hand needle. 3 Pull the loop out with the right-hand needle, then slip it over the tip of the left-hand needle. 4 Repeat steps 2 and 3 until you have the number of stitches you require. CAST ON: THUMB METHOD An all-purpose cast-on for an elastic edge. 1Make a slipknot with a long tail of approx 2.5cm per…