Innholdsfortegnelse for Issue 177 i Simply Knitting

It’s been a busy few weeks in the SK office… but there’s always time for a yarn show!Will we be seeing you in Skipton 29-30 September? Yarndale is one of our favourite events and we can’t wait to squish stand-after-stand of yarn, oh, and to say hello to the adorable alpacas. I have a strictYarndale budget this time – last year, I gave my stash a supercharged boost (oops!). While we wait for the brilliant Yarndale to come around, I’m looking forward to casting on lacy summer-to-autumn cover-ups and fun makes for Halloween.This issue is packed with textured makes for the season ahead, colourful knits to keep the warm vibes going and sweet makes for little ones (and yourself), too. Jane Burns’ adorable, spooky spider cardi…

1 Working with the yarn at the back of your knitting, insert the point of the right-hand needle into the next stitch as if to knit, but instead slip the first stitch onto the right-hand needle. 2 Now slip the next stitch from the left-hand needle onto the right-hand needle in the same way as for step 1. 3 Push the point of the left-hand needle through the front of both the slipped stitches. 4 Bring the yarn around just as you would for a knit stitch and knit these two stitches together. You will now have a single stitch on the right-hand needle, and your two slipped ones will create a left-leaning decrease.…

1 Working with the yarn at the back of your knitting, insert the point of the right-hand needle into the next stitch as if to knit, but instead slip the first stitch onto the right-hand needle. 2 Now slip the next stitch from the left-hand needle onto the right-hand needle in the same way as for step 1. 3 Push the point of the left-hand needle through the front of both the slipped stitches. 4 Bring the yarn around just as you would for a knit stitch and knit these two stitches together. You will now have a single stitch on the right-hand needle, and your two slipped ones will create a left-leaning decrease.…

IT’S A STITCH UP WWW.ITSASTITCHUP.CO.UK Looking to quickly jot down a colourwork idea? Keep it simple with this basic chart maker! Choose from seven colours, with the option to fill or reset, to design a simple chart for stocking stitch. There is no save option, so make sure you screenshot your finished chart. CHART MINDER WWW.CHART-MINDER.COM Get creative with this multi-function tool! Design your own stitch pattern or colourwork design on a simple chart or opt for realistic-looking stitches to see more of your design. bog in to save your designs (you can do this with Ravelry) and customise your tool tray. STITCH FIDDLE WWW.STITCHFIDDLE.COM Design knitting, crochet and cross stitch charts. bog in for free to receive basic options, like downloading a PNG file and saving upto 15 charts,…

1 Oh go on, treat yourself – especially because it’s free! We have four fab packs of Berlingo up for grabs (10 balls in each), courtesy of the lovely Bergère de France. Whip yourself up a cosy autumn cardi, a stylish and colourful jumper, or an accessory set. Each pack is worth £39.50. www.bergeredefrance.co.uk SKMBERLINGO177 2 ›› Õ›}i››››Ì›i›Ã›››Þ›wbÀiÛ›v› Fashion Silk Blend with one of two 10-packs (£79.90 each) available to win, from Rico Design. With over 2,000m of luxurious yarn in each bundle, you could easily cast on a delicate smooth blanket, wrap, or oversized jumper for the chilly months ahead. www.rico-design.co.uk SKMSILKBLEND177 3 Carry your knitting in style with a trendy polka dot satchel from Miss bulu (£30). Made from a strong leather-look material, each bag has easy-clip magnetic…

1 Insert the point of the right-hand needle into the next stitch as if to knit, but instead slip the stitch on to the right-hand needle. 2 For the next stitch, insert the right-hand needle into the next two stitches on the left-hand needle and knit them together. 3 Insert the point of the left-hand needle into the slipped stitch on the right-hand needle and lift it over the k2tog. 4 Continue knitting as directed in the pattern. This decrease forms a slant that slopes towards the left.…

A SPECIAL TWEET @WHATSOPHIEKNITS GAVE HER GRANDMA THIS SWEET BLUE TIT AS A SPECIAL 85TH BIRTHDAY PRESENT.WE HOPE SHE LIKED IT SOPHIE, IT’S SUCH A WONDERFUL LITTLE KNIT. HAPPY (BELATED) BIRTHDAY TO YOUR GRANDMA! BUZZ, BUZZ! WHAT’S BETTER THAN A SPOT OF KNITTING WITH A SLICE OF CAKE AND A COOL COFFEE? OK, MAYBE EVEN MORE CAKE... @KNITTING_ SAM ENJOYED HER ISSUE WITH A TASTY TREAT THIS MONTH. ANY LEFT FOR US? BREAK TIME! IN THE MIDDLE OF OPENING UP HER OWN YARN RETAIL BUSINESS, @HELENS MADEWITHLOVE FOUND TIME TO RELAX WITH A COPY OF SIMPLY KNITTING WELL AS MUCH – , AS YOU CAN WHEN KNITTING IS LIFE!…

■ Knit and Natter at Libraries Riddings Library group meets Tuesdays 10am-noon and Thursdays 1-3pm, 59 Keelby Rd, Scunthorpe DN17 2NE. Scunthorpe Library group meets Wednesdays 10am-noon, Carlton Street, Scunthorpe DN15 6TX. Barton Library group meets Wednesdays 10am-noon, Providence House, Holydyke DN18 5PR. For information about any of these groups, email: library.enquiries@northlincs.gov.uk. ■ Nettleham Knitting Group Meets on the second Thursday each month, 7.30-9.30pm, at Nettleham Methodist Church Hall, High Street, Nettleham LN2 2PL. For more information, visit www.kcguild.org.uk.…

As hand-knitting enthusiasts, we’re passionate about keeping this skill alive by passing it on to younger generations, aren’t we? So, it’s great news to know that there are groups who encourage young people to hand-knit. ShetlandPeerieMakkers, based in the Shetland Islands, is just one of these very special initiatives. “The project teaches primary-school-aged children the skills and knowledge of Shetland hand-knitting,” says Tracey Hawkins, Consultant Co-ordinator. “They get together in small groups, following the Shetland tradition of sharing skills across generations in a supportive environment. “Knowledge of Shetland hand-knitting techniques encourages individual creativity and an understanding of colourwork and working in 3D,” Tracey continues. This is particularly true in the method preferred by ShetlandPeerieMakkers where there are no standardised lessons. Rather, the children are encouraged to work on their own…

MEET OUR DESIGNER Amanda Berry “I’ve used bright tropical colours for my sea creatures, to catch baby’s eye and brighten up the bedroom too. Embroidery hoops are a great value alternative to mobile-making kits.” YOU WILL NEED ■ Patons, Baby Smiles Fairytale Fab 4ply (100% acrylic, 50g/184m) 1 ball of each: Yarn A Sundance (01022) Yarn B Black (01099) Yarn C White (01001) Yarn D Coral (01026) Yarn E Lipstick Pink (01036) Yarn F Turquoise (01065) ■ A pair of 3¼mm needles, plus an extra 3¼mm needle for three-needle cast off ■ A 3.5mm crochet hook ■ 200g toy filling ■ 6mm black buttons, 2 per toy (8 buttons in total) ■ Stitch holder ■ A 15cm (6in) embroidery hoop For yarn stockists contact Patons 01484 950630 www.knitpatons.com…

MEET OUR DESIGNER Marie Wallin “There’s nothing like a denim knit for going with absolutely everything! Including a hint of detail, this top can look casual or smart depending on what you wear it with.” YOU WILL NEED ■ Rowan, Original Denim (100% cotton, 50g/90m) ■ A pair of 3¾mm needles ■ A pair of 4mm needles ■ A cable needle For yarn stockists contact Rowan 01484 950630 www.knitrowan.com TENSION Yarn used knits as DK to this tension: Before washing 20 sts and 28 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 4mm needles. Cable panel (17 sts) is 6cm wide. 31 sts to 10 cm over side patt using 4mm needles After washing 20 sts and 32 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using…

Make your needle search all the more enjoyable by choosing a gauge that suits your personality perfectly. Check out our super seven! 1 If multi-tasking is your thing you’ll love this neat little Tulip gauge. Not only does it measure needles in US and EU sizes, it comes with cm and inch measuring rules and a nifty yarn cutter too – ideal for taking with you everywhere! £4.49, www.woolwarehouse.co.uk , 0800 505 3300 2 Filled with traditional Scheepjes charm, this lightweight plywood gauge comes complete with a sweet sheep motif and all the needle-sized slots you need. It’s simple, but oh-so perfectly formed. £1.49, www.blacksheepwools.com , 01925 764231 3 This chic keychain needle gauge is handmade in birch plywood and comes with EU and…

1 Insert the point of the right-hand needle through the loops of the next two stitches as if to knit. 2 Wind the yarn round the tip of the right-hand needle and pull the yarn through the two stitches, knitting them both together. 3 Drop the two stitches from the left-hand needle and keep the new stitch on the right-hand needle. 4 Knitting two stitches together decreases your stitch count by one, and the decrease stitch leans to the right. This is how a series of k2tog decreases will look.…

STYLECRAFT KNIT KNACKS A Lake, Isle of Wight, PO36 9JL T 01983 716890 An 0ld fashioned wool shop with a modern twist. Stockists of James C Brett, Stylecraft and Woolcraft Yarns. Patterns, needles, crochet hooks etc. Lay-away service. DMC embroidery threads and kits. Haberdashery. Family owned and run. WENSLEYDALE WENSLEYDALE LONGWOOL SHEEP SHOP W wensleydalelongwool.co.uk T 01969 623558 Established in 1989. We sell our own ‘Sheep Shop’ brand Wensleydale Wool which is commission spun, dyed and finished exclusively for us in Yorkshire. Sheep Shop patterns, garments, tops, fleece and more. Shop, web sales and mail order available. SIRDAR & ROWAN THE WOOL SHOP W ludlow-woolshop.co.uk T 01584 872988 Based in Ludlow, we stock a wide range of yarns from Rowan, Sublime, Sirdar, Adriafil, King Cole, Tivoli, Debbie Bliss,…

Let me introduce you to our resident woodland gang! Meet Ollie Owl, Sam Squirrel, Ben Bunny and Freddie Fox – oh, and don’t forget their toadstool pal, he’s a real fungi! Inspired by vintage children’s illustrations, this month’s extra special booklet is packed with fiveWoodland Friends designed by Monica Fuertes. Surprisingly easy to knit, (all the pieces are knitted flat and sewn up afterwards) they’re perfect for knitting on the go! Whether you’re off to the park, out for a cuppa, or fancy a walk in the woods, just pop one of these cuddly characters in your bag for a spot of fun knitting. They really have brought such joy to the office, and I can’t wait to see and hear about all the excitement they bring to your little…

MEET OUR DESIGNER Louise Smith “This little critter was inspired by a real-life pack of raccoons I ran into in Vancouver, Canada. They all looked so cuddly and mischievous, I wanted one with me all the time!” YOU WILL NEED • Any DK yarn in: Yarn A Grey Yarn B White Yarn C Dark Grey • A pair of 3mm needles • A 3mm crochet hook • Small amount of black stranded cotton • Small amount of toy stuffing • Tapestry needle • Keychain TENSION Yarn used knits as 4ply to this tension: 26 sts and 30 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 3mm needles MEASUREMENTS 11cm wide (4¼in) x 10cm tall (4in) ABBREVIATIONS K1B Knit the next stitch using Yarn B For a full list see…

UTTERLY PERFECT WHAT? Are you looking to refresh your tired, worn-out knitting needle set? Then take a look at the new Pony Perfect range of knitting needles and crochet hooks! A fusion of three natural woods, they’re incredibly strong, flexible, smooth and beautifully coloured. Carefully sourced from sustainable forests, the combination of these natural woods delivers needles that are manufactured to perfection, containing no dyes or pigments. Available as single points, double points, interchangeable circulars and crochet hooks. Prices start from £3.99. WHERE? Pony is widely available at all good craft, knitting and hobby shops. For stockists information email them at groves@stockistenquiries.co.uk. This month we say a big hello to Novita. Brand new to UK shores this September, the Novita yarn company launched in Finland 90 years ago! At long…

What makes your workshops different?››Ì’Û about the whole experience of the day. Everything is organised for you, including lunch, to make the whole day as wonderful an experience as possible. What will we learn?››Ì’Û››Ì›>›À>ci››À›>› competition – relax and enjoy it; some really interesting hints and tips; and tea and cake goes well with knitting! Why do you love teaching? The opportunity to share my skills and experience, and the satisfaction of everyone having a smashing day and having learnt something new. What questions do you always get? How do I ssk? How long have you been knitting? How do I knit in the round? Common mistakes? Comparing your knitting with others; slipping stitches the wrong way; and not reading the pattern. Your top 3 tips? Read your pattern all the…

“Whether you’re still sunning yourself or ticking things off that back-to-school list, autumn really is just around the corner. There’s something magical about autumn: the nights draw in, evening walks are accompanied by the smell of wood stove smoke and the air has that distinct cold nip. As knitters, our thoughts automatically turn to cosy knitting: to hats, mitts, scarves, jumpers and even Christmas gifts. You may even have a Halloween knit on your needles right now! HAPPY HALLOWEEN? Halloween is an occasion that stirs up many passions for people. My youngest daughter is still at an age where she wants to go trick or treating and eat her own body weight in sweets, but my eldest has now discovered that there is nothing nicer than snuggling in for the…

MEET OUR DESIGNER Sarah Hatton “Knitting large, open lace patterns in linen is really rewarding as the drape of the yarn creates a naturally relaxed look to your finished garment. I love it in this cool blue Peacock shade, too!” YOU WILL NEED ■ Stylecraft, Linen Drape (70% viscose, 30% linen, 100g/185m) ■ A pair of 3¼mm knitting needles ■ A pair of 4mm knitting needles ■ Stitch holders 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 measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 4mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 95 This unusual combination of pattern and yarn is perfect for early autumn. Start off with a wide rib then…

Visit www.theyarnloop.com/simply-knitting and click on the ‘Win & Save’ tab. Then, enter the correct code, along with your name and your address. If you don’t have your own email address, feel free to use ours, simplyknitting@immediate.co.uk, to submit your competition entry form. To enter the crossword and sudoku puzzles on pages 47 & 48 enter the code SKM______177 with either the prize word or prize numbers from the shaded squares, in the blank space. Find terms and conditions at www.theyarnloop.com/competition-rules. Competitions and giveaways close 11.55pm GMT, 11 Oct 2018.…

COULDN’T WAIT! I’m already working on one of the lovely seahorse cushions from 176! I’ve been making lots of socks recently so thought it was time to give my fingers a rest by knitting something chunky. Bethany Kelly, via our Facebook group TO THE RESCUE! This little super hero bear has been practising some of his super hero moves in preparation for his maiden flight from New Zealand to the UK, for my three-year-old grandson, Rocco. Rocco is eagerly awaiting his arrival. Safe travels, wee guy! Robyn Bowie, via Facebook FOXY FAVE Here is Sarah Hatton’s foxes cardigan from issue 107. I had saved this pattern for years and knitted it for my grandson for Easter this year. Siobhan Mac, via our Facebook group PASSING IT ON I just love…

“Growing up, my two best friends were knitters,” explains 24-year-old Katrina Mahoney. “They made such beautiful items and for years I planned on learning so I could join in their knitting conversations.” Well, after a decade of friendship -CVTKPC››PCNN[›VQQM›VJG›RNWPIG›CPF› RKEMGF›WR›JGT››TUV›RCKT›QH›PGGFNGU›NCUV› year. “I taught myself via YouTube tutorials,” she says. “I am left-handed CPF›JCF›VTQWDNG››PFKPI›EQORTGJGPUKXG› videos for lefties. I actually set my laptop up facing a mirror and watched right-handed tutorials through the mirror.” Katrina’s innovative method might have been awkward to manoeuvre at ›TUV››DWV›JGT› perseverance paid off. “The ›TUV›VJKPI›+› knitted was a washcloth,” she remembers. “It was too small, had dropped stitches and barely looked like a washcloth, DWV›+›YCU›RTQWF›YJGP›+››PKUJGF›KV›q #HVGT›JGT››TUV›RTQLGEV››-CVTKPC›RTCEVKUGF› new stitches with different washcloth designs. From there, she progressed onto hats, which taught her the basics of shaping and working…

MEET OUR DESIGNER Pat Menchini “Subtle, muted shades always make the shift into autumn easier when it comes to putting together your ou›its, and this gorgeous heather hue ›om King Cole is so flattering next to the skin.” YOU WILL NEED ■ King Cole, Finesse Cotton Silk DK (77% cotton, 23% silk, 50g/120m) ■ A pair of 3¼mm needles ■ A pair of 4mm needles For yarn stockists contact King Cole 01756 703670 www.kingcole.com 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 For a full list see page 95 This elegant top is by and large a simple short-sleeved stocking stitch jumper, with ribbed edgings, but a trio of lacy diamond…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Stylecraft, Life Changes DK (25% wool, 75% acrylic, 100g/298m) 3 balls of Berries (2703) ■ A pair of 4mm needles For yarn stockists contact Stylecraft 01484 848435 www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk TENSION Yarn used knits as DK to this tension: 22 sts and 30 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 4mm needles MEASUREMENTS 160x26cm (63x10in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 95 The stitch pattern for this scarf works into a beautifully textured fabric with stripes of faux cables. The yarn, too, is full of character – not only is it variegated, giving you a riot of colour within a complementary palette, but it has a slight halo to add to the lofty plumpness of the texture. It comes in eight colourways and…

1 Insert the tip of the right-hand needle into the front of the stitch and knit as normal, but don’t drop it from the left-hand needle. 2 Then take the right-hand needle behind the left-hand one and insert the tip of the needle down through the back of the stitch on the left-hand needle. 3 Wrap the yarn around the tip of the right-hand needle to knit the stitch. Bring the needle through to make the stitch, keeping it on the right-hand needle. 4 Take the stitch off the left-hand needle. You will have increased one stitch by knitting twice into the original stitch, first at the front, then at the back.…

MEET OUR DESIGNER Siân Brown “The idea behind this was to design simple intarsia that a knitter new to the technique can do. The colours could be changed to suit any room, as the yarn comes in 38 colours.” YOU WILL NEED ■ Cascade, Pacific Chunky (60% acrylic, 40% wool, 100g/110m) 3 balls of Yarn A Cream (01) 4 balls of Yarn B Dusty Turquoise (93) 3 balls of Yarn C Lime Green (95) ■ A 7mm circular needle, 100cm long ■ A pair of 8mm needles For yarn stockists contact Cascade Yarns www.cascadeyarns.com TENSION Yarn used knits as chunky to this tension: 11.5 sts and 15 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 8mm needles MEASUREMENTS 110x110cm (43x43in) ABBREVIATIONS K24B Knit 24 stitches in Yarn…

HAT PATTERN HAT CAST ON 18 sts. ROW 1 (RS) K2, (P2, K2) to end. ROW 2 (WS) P2, (K2, P2) to end. Repeat Rows 1 and 2 once more. ROW 5 K4, P3, K4, P3, K4. ROW 6 P4, K3, P4, K3, P4. ROW 7 K4, P3, C4B, P3, K4. Repeat Row 6 once more. Repeat Rows 5 and 6 once more. Repeat Row 7 once more. Repeat Row 6 once more. Repeat Rows 5 and 6 once more. ROW 17 Ssk, K2, P3, C4B, P3, K2, k2tog. [16 sts] ROW 18 P3, K3, P4, K3, P3. ROW 19 Ssk, K1, ssp, P1, ssk, k2tog, P1, p2tog, K1, k2tog. [10 sts] ROW 20 P2, K2, P4, K2, P2. ROW 21 Ssk, ssp, C2B, p2tog, k2tog. [6 sts] B&T .…

MEET OUR DESIGNER Jane Burns “When I first saw the Socks Yeah Neon collection, I had to cast on stripy socks. To keep your interest whilst you knit I’ve added some spotty stripes too (if that’s a thing?)!” YOU WILL NEED ■ Coop Knits, Socks Yeah! (75% superwash Merino wool, 25% nylon, 50g/212m) 1 skein of each: Yarn A Radon (N5) Yarn B Argon (N3) Yarn C Krypton (N2) Yarn D Melanite (121) ■ A set of 2 mm DPNs or a 60-80cm circular needle for Magic Loop method ■ Stitch markers For Coop Knits, Socks Yeah! yarn visit www.coopknits.bigcartel.com TENSION Yarn used knits as 4ply to this tension: 32 sts and 44 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 2 mm needles MEASUREMENTS S (…

CAST ON: CABLE METHOD Use it for a firm edge, and when adding stitches in your work. 1 Make a slip knot. Insert right-hand needle into the stitch as if to knit. Wrap the yarn around the point and pull through, slipping the stitch on to the left-hand needle. 2 Push the point of the right-hand needle between the first and second stitches. Wrap the yarn anti-clockwise round 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 & 3 until you have the number of stitches you require. CAST ON: THUMB METHOD A great all-rounder, use it to cast on stitches quickly and easily. 1 Make a slipknot and place…

Home life It revolves around my husband Mr Gorgeous, our son, and close friends. I sing in two choirs and like baking (I’ve recently got the hang of making sourdough bread). I love the garden and grow my own dye plants, fruit and veg. Daily knitting routine I usually take a break from working at lunchtime. I also dedicate one afternoon a week to designing and working up samples. I’ll work on my own projects in the evening, though that depends if I have a deadline to meet with a pattern. Dream knitting day I’d love to sit, knit and chat over coffee and cake with friends somewhere comfy, overlooking the sea and perhaps have a knitting designer give us a workshop. Fave part of the day Early morning –…

MEET OUR DESIGNER Siân Brown “Every autumn, I’m always struck by that shocking yellow colour that you get ›om changing leaves. I thought it would make a stand-out cardi, especially with a spot of lace!” YOU WILL NEED ■ Rico, Creative Cotton Aran (100% cotton, 50g/85m) ■ A pair of 4mm needles ■ A pair of 4 mm needles ■ 4 medium shell buttons For yarn stockists contact Rico Design www.rico-design.co.uk TENSION Yarn used knits as aran to this tension: 18 sts and 24 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 4 mm needles ABBREVIATIONS MK make knot – (K1, P1, K1, P1, K1) in next st [5 sts], pass 2nd, 3rd, 4th and 5th stitches on needle over 1st stitch For a full list see…

SPARKLY SPIDERS Add bling to your ghoulish fun with a cluster of knitted arachnids. Get King Cole’s pattern 9086 for Tinsel Chunky from www.kingcole.com. MONSTER MUNCH Kids who aspire to fiendish superheroics will love this hat, scarf and gloves set from Sirdar. Find pattern 2471 at www.sirdar.co.uk. LITTLE PUMPKIN We love this delightful beanie hat by DROPS, knitted in their lovely Karisma yarn. Sweet Pumpkin pattern is free from www.garnstudio.com.…

MEET OUR DESIGNER Jo Allport “I was thinking of the handkerchief tree in the rain when I designed this dress. The great edging and all the colours of the rainbow are just perfect for your little ones.” YOU WILL NEED ■ Rico Design, Baby So Soft Print DK (100% acrylic, 250m/273yds per 100g ball) ■ Rico Design, Baby So Soft DK (100% acrylic, 250m/273yds per 100g ball) ■ A pair 3¼mm knitting needles ■ A pair 4mm knitting needles For yarn stockists contact Rico Design www.rico-design.de TENSION Yarn used knits as DK to this tension: 22 sts and 28 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 4mm needles 22 sts and 34 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over garter st using 3¼mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a…

Marlisle Anna Maltz (£21.50) Full to the brim with colour and innovative designs, each page of this book brings an exciting new treat for your eyes and needles. Showing there are still new steps to be taken in our woolly world, Anna Maltz has created 11 in-the-round designs, each with their own story and twist on the classic stranded colourwork technique. Through mittens, jumpers and more, discover how to cleverly hide jogs, turn two colours into three, and the art of pairing different weights of yarn. Use a mix of natural shades and vibrant beauties from 22 global indie dyers. It is a truly beautiful book for your shelf. Loom Knitting Lucy Hopping (CICO Books, £12.99) In her fantastic new book, bucy Hopping has created 35…

MEET OUR DESIGNER Jane Burns “Though it’s Halloween inspired, I wanted to design a unisex garment for all year round. I hope that my cardigan will help little ones be more confident with spiders.” YOU WILL NEED ■ Willow and Lark, Ramble (100% Merino wool, 50g/125m) ■ A 3¼mm circular needle, 60-80cm long ■ A 4mm circular needle, 60-80cm long ■ A set of 3¼mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) or a 60-80cm circular needle for Magic Loop method for Sleeves ■ 4 stitch markers ■ Scrap yarn or stitch holders ■ 3.5mm crochet hook (for spider legs and silk only) ■ 5 black buttons, 2cm (¾in) diameter ■ A pair of sew-on googly eyes For yarn stockists contact Willow and Lark www.willowandlarkyarns.com TENSION Yarn used knits as DK to…

MEET OUR DESIGNER Jo Allport “Wheat waving in the wind inspired this jumper. The elegant lace pattern with the ›o-coloured lace on the sleeves looks just like the patterns created by the blowing breeze.” YOU WILL NEED ■ Willow and Lark, Woodland (50% Merino wool, 25% alpaca, 25% viscose, 50g/175m) ■ A pair of 3¼mm knitting needles ■ A pair of 3¾mm knitting needles ■ 3 stitch holders For yarn stockists contact Willow and Lark www.willowandlarkyarns.com TENSION Yarn used knits as DK to this tension: 20 sts and 31 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over Body Lace Pattern using 3¾mm needles 18 sts and 32 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over Sleeve Lace Pattern using 3¾mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 95 This two-lace pattern…

Dunston is a rural village that lies about eight miles south of the historic city of Lincoln and has a population of around 600. Fifteen of those belong to the Dunston Knit and Natter group, who meet at the local church hall once a month. “It’s run by me with invaluable help from fellow knitter Pauline Moore,” says Beth Mcbuckie, the organisational star behind the group. Beth and Pauline take care of coordinating all the activities and charity donations, along with baking for the group’s get-togethers. “Cake features quite prominently!” Beth says, smiling. “There are no fees to attend – participants just make a donation towards the tea and cake. The proceeds from the donations are then used to buy yarn, which the members are free to use in their…

YOU WILL NEED ■ West Yorkshire Spinners, Aire Valley DK (75% wool, 25% nylon, 100g/230m) 1 ball of each: Yarn A Purple (753) Yarn B Emerald (394) Yarn C White (011) Yarn D Red (549) Yarn E Black (099) Yarn F Orange (278) ■ A pair of 3¼mm needles ■ A pair of 3¾mm needles ■ 2 buttons for Frankenstein Bag ■ 4 buttons for Monster Mittens ■ 1 button for Monster Hat ■ Stitch holder For yarn stockists contact West Yorkshire Spinners 01535 664500 www.wyspinners.com TENSION Yarn used knits as DK to this tension: 22 sts and 28 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 3¾mm needles MEASUREMENTS Trick Or Treat Bags 16x16cm (6¼x6¼in) Monster Hat Age 1-2yrs (3-4yrs: 5-6yrs: 7-8yrs) Actual head circumference 45…

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1 Holding the piece of knitting you are going to pick the sts up from in your left hand, and starting at the top-right corner, insert the right-hand needle between the first two stitches of the row. 2 Wind your yarn around the needle and ‘knit’ the first stitch... 3 ...then pull the new stitch through between the two stitches. 4 Continue to work like this along the row or until you have picked up the necessary amount of stitches. Try to space your stitches evenly.…

MEET OUR DESIGNER Ann Franklin “My inspiration for these cosy slippers was my ›o cats – they always find the warmest, most comfortable spot, so I thought what better than cats to keep your toes toasty!” YOU WILL NEED ■ Sirdar, Wild (56% nylon, 44% polyester, 50g/57m) 2 balls of Bobcat (402) ■ An oddment of black DK yarn (for whiskers) ■ A pair of 8mm knitting needles ■ 30x60cm piece of heavy duty fusible interfacing ■ 7mm diameter black fish-eye buttons ■ 1m of 5mm ribbon For yarn stockists contact Sirdar 01924 231682 www.sirdar.co.uk TENSION Yarn used knits as super chunky to this tension: 10 sts and 14.5 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 8mm needles MEASUREMENTS Length 27cm (10½in) Width at widest point…

1 Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail. Thread yarn purlwise through the first stitch at the front and knitwise through the first stitch at the back. 2 Pass through first stitch on the front needle knitwise, then slip the stitch from the needle. Sew into the next front st purlwise, pulling the yarn through both stitches. 3 Sew into the first stitch on the back needles purlwise, then slip that stitch from the needle. Sew into the next stitch on the back needle knitwise. 4 Repeat steps 2-3 across. A simple way to remember the order is ‘knit, purl, purl, knit’! When all the stitches have been grafted, weave the yarn in to finish off neatly.…

CHAIN STITCH This is the foundation of all crochet stitches. 1About 15cm (6in) from the end of the yarn, make a loop with the ball end on top. Insert the hook through this loop and catch the yarn, pulling it through the loop. Slide the slipknot up to the hook. 2 With the hook in your right hand, hold the slipknot between thumb and finger of the left hand. Move the hook under and over the yarn. 3 Pull the hook and yarn back through the slipknot loop to form your first chain (ch) stitch. Now repeat steps 1 & 2 until you’ve formed a chain. 4 This is what your row of chains will look like. Keep going until you have the number of chains that are stated on…

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