Innholdsfortegnelse for January 2026 i Simply Knitting

Some projects soothe us, others stretch us – and SK loves delivering a bit of both. If you're after comfort, Sarah Hatton's quick cardi is the perfect cosy fix, while Jane Burns’ Brianna Bear jumper is joy in yarn form. Feeling braver? Pat Menchini's leaf jumper offers a gentle challenge with textured detail, and Siân Brown's Fair Isle cushion adds a splash of colour. We couldn't resist Susan Cowper's Woman on the Moon Tea Cosy either – reminding us that we really can do anything! And for those everyday indulgences, Becca Parker's wristwarmers and Amanda Berry's house iPad cover show that creativity doesn't have to be complicated. We hope you enjoy this issue and can't wait to see what you knit from it. Happy knitting! The SK Team x Kirstie,…

Knitting enthusiasts, get ready to be enchanted! King Cole Firefly Aran is the newest yarn sensation, blending 65% polyester and 35% acrylic to create a soft, luminous fibre inspired by the shimmer of beetles, dragonflies and other winged wonders. Available in eight jewel-toned, colour-shifting shades, each skein seems to glow with its own ethereal light, perfect for garments that catch the eye. Lightweight yet warm, King Cole Firefly Aran drapes beautifully and highlights sophisticated lace and cables. This new yarn range from King Cole comes with eight accompanying patterns. £4.89 for 100g, patterns £3.49 each, www.kingcole.com Chic sparkle yarn…

Brighten your knitting with Sirdar Stories Chunky yarn, the perfect yarn for fashion-forward crafters and beginners ready to dive into quick, chunky projects. This soft, smooth cotton/acrylic blend glides effortlessly on your needles, giving crisp stitch definition for stripes, colour-blocking, intarsia and simple Fair Isle designs. Its trend-led palette makes every garment pop with personality, while the lightweight feel ensures year-round wearability. Ideal for bold sweaters, scarves and accessories. Fast, fun and full of style, Sirdar Stories Chunky turns every project into a standout knit! 100g for £6, patterns £3.50. www.sirdar.com…

GET the LOOK Page 19 Simly knitting loves EXCLUSIVE TO Simply knitting TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED Stylecraft Serene Aran (66% acrylic, 34% wool, 100g/230m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table A pair of 4mm needles A pair of 4.5mm needles A pair of 5mm needles For larger sizes we recommend using long circular needles to accommodate the large number of stitches A cable needle (cn) 5 buttons TENSION 18 sts and 24 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 5mm needles 28 sts and 24 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over panel patt using 5mm needles 23 sts and 24 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over 4-row cable patt using 5mm needles ABBREVIATIONS T3B Slip next st to cn and hold at back of work, K2,…

NEW from ROWAN EST 1978 EASY TO KNIT YOU WILL NEED Rowan Kidsilk Haze (laceweight, 70% mohair, 30% silk, 25g/210m) 1 ball each of Yarn B Blancmange (K0010) Yarn C Tangerine (K0013) Yarn D Celery (K0014) Yarn F Meringue (K0012) Yarn I Lichen (K0016) Yarn J Violet (K0015) Yarn K Petunia (K0011) Rowan Felted Tweed (DK, 50% wool, 25% alpaca, 25% viscose, 50g/175m) 1 ball each of Yarn A Delight (K0010) Yarn E Apple (K0014) Yarn G Daffodil (K0012) Yarn H Marigold (K0013) Yarn L Fuchsia (K0011) Yarn M Regal (K0015) Yarn N Cucumber (K0016) A pair of 3.25mm needles A pair of 4mm needles TENSION 22 sts and 30 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 4mm needles MEASUREMENTS 48cm (19in) wide and 167.5cm (66in) long ABBREVIATIONS…

EXCLUSIVE TO Simple knitting GREAT GIFT knit! IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED Stylecraft Special DK (100% acrylic, 100g/295m) 1 ball of each Yarn A Mocha (1064) Yarn B White (1001) Yarn C Saffron (1081) Yarn D Cornish Blue (1841) Oddment of black DK yarn A pair of 3.25mm needles A pair of 4mm needles Toy filling Small pompom maker TENSION 21 sts and 26 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over stocking stitch using 3.25mm needles MEASUREMENTS 18cm (7in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 77 Not suitable for children under three years old WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists contact Stylecraft on 01484 848435 or www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk OR YOU COULD TRY… Ewe Wool Shop www.i-love-ewe.com The Knitters Attic 01394 547077 www.theknittersattic.co.uk LOVE YOUR LOCAL YARN SHOP Your local…

YOU WILL NEED Woolcraft Babycare Spot Prints DK (100% acrylic, 100g/300m) 1 ball in Dolly Mixture (634) 1 set of 3.5mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) Stitch marker TENSION 26 sts and 36 rows to measure (10×10cm) over st st using 3.5mm needles SIZING 0-6m (6-9m; 9-12m) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 77 BOOTEES (MAKE 2) Cast on 50 sts using 3.5mm DPNs and join to work in the round, taking care not to twist stitches. PM to mark beg of round. Round 1 (RS) P1, K3, *P2, K3; rep from * to last st, P1. Round 2 P1, sl1, K2, psso, *P2, sl1, K2, psso; rep from * to last st, P1. [40 sts] Round 3 P1, K1, yo, K1, *P2, K1, yo, K1; rep from * to last…

EXCLUSIVE TO Simple Knitting Perfect your Fair Isle! TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED Scheepjes Terrazzo (70% recycled wool, 30% recycled viscose, 50g/175m) 2 balls of Yarn A Prosecco (744) 1 ball of each Yarn B Garofano (724) Yarn C Limone (702) Yarn D Mandarino (715) Yarn E Laguna (752) A pair of 4mm needles 5 buttons, 12mm diameter Cushion pad, 40×40cm TENSION 24 sts and 28 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over stocking stitch using 4mm needles MEASUREMENTS To fit a 40×40cm (15¾×15¾in) cushion pad ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 77 HOW TO USE OUR CHARTS Start at the bottom right-hand corner. Read right-side rows from right to left and wrong-side rows from left to right. A row of squares represents a row of knitting KEY…

TRY A NEW stitch! IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED DROPS Sky (DK, 74% alpaca, 18% polyamide, 8% wool, 50g/190m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table A 3mm circular needle, 40cm and 60-80cm long, for rib A 4mm circular needle, 40cm and 60-80cm long, for stocking stitch 1 set of 3mm double-pointed needles (DPNs), for sleeves 1 set of 4mm DPNs, for sleeves Stitch markers Stitch holders TENSION 21 sts and 28 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 4mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 77 WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists visit DROPS at www.garnstudio.com OR YOU COULD TRY… Wool Warehouse 0800 505 3300 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk Hobby Jobby 01234 56789 or www.hobbyjobby.co.uk FIND YOUR SIZE SIZING COLOUR KEY So you can re-use…

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.…

TRY A NEW stitch! IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED Rico Creative Painted Power Aran (43% acrylic, 41% polyester, 9% polyamide, 7% wool, 100g/310m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table A pair of 4mm needles A pair of 4.5mm needles A pair of 5mm needles Stitch holders TENSION 18 sts and 28 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over basic rib pat using 5mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 77 WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists visit Rico at www.rico-design.de/en OR YOU COULD TRY… The Wool Factory 0333 050 4627 www.thewoolfactory.co.uk Sconch Yarn Shop 01376 743 123 www.sconch.com LOVE YOUR LOCAL YARN SHOP Your local yarn shop is full of inspiration and expertise. Visit in person, buy while you're there, and help keep your yarn…

STITCH of the month EXCLUSIVE TO simple knitting EASY TO KNIT YOU WILL NEED Yarnsmiths Freespirit Aran (aran, 100% acrylic, 100g/185m) 1 ball in Rosy Maple (1D012) A pair of 4mm needles A pair of 5mm needles A cable needle (cn) A tapestry needle TENSION 15 sts and 22 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over main pattern using 5mm needles MEASUREMENTS Hand circumference 20cm (8in) Length 19cm (7½in) ABBREVIATIONS C6B Slip 3 sts to cn and hold at back, K3, then K3 from cn For a full list see page 77 WHERE TO BUY □ Wool Warehouse 0800 505 3300 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk WRISTWARMERS LEFT HAND Cast on 32 sts using 4mm needles. Rows 1 to 20 *K1, P1; rep from * to end. Change to 5mm needles. Row 21 (RS) P5, K6, P21.…

GREAT GIFT IDEA TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED Novita Isoveli (chunky weight, 80% wool, 20% nylon, 100g/130m) 1 ball of each Yarn A Stone (043) Yarn B Off White (010) A 5mm circular needle, 40cm long A 5.5mm circular needle, 40cm long A set of 5.5mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) Stitch marker TENSION 15 sts and 18 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 5.5mm needles MEASUREMENTS To fit head circumference 51-56cm (20-22in) Actual head circumference 48cm (19in) Length from top of crown to hem 20cm (7¾in) Diameter after blocking 23cm (9in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 77 in Simply Knitting magazine WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists contact Novita at www.novita.com KEY HOW TO USE OUR CHARTS Start at the right-hand corner. Read…

SUPER VIBRANT KNIT IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED James C. Brett Emotions DK (100% acrylic, 150g/435m) Note: This yarn is a replacement yarn 1 ball of your chosen rainbow colour for each item. 2 balls to make the set Cowl 4mm circular needle, 60cm long Stitch marker Hat and mitts A pair of 3.75mm needles A pair of 4mm needles Mitts only Cable needle A stitch holder Stitch markers TENSION Cowl 20 sts and 31 rounds to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over patt using 4mm needles Mitts 20 sts and 28 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over rev st st using 4mm needles Hat 20 sts and 31 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over patt using 4mm needles MEASUREMENTS Cowl 70cm (271/2in) circumference × 25.5cm (10in) tall Mitts 27cm (103/4in)…

TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED DROPS Karisma (DK, 100% wool, 50g/100m) 2 (3: 3: 3) balls of Yarn A Dark Grey Blue (37) 1 ball of each Yarn B Off White (01) Yarn C Light Grey Green (69) Yarn D Blue Turquoise (60) 1 set of 2.5mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) 1 set of 3.5mm DPNs Stitch markers TENSION 22 sts and 30 rounds to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 3.5mm needles MEASUREMENTS Size S (M: L: XL) To fit foot circumference 22 (24: 25.5: 27.5)cm [83/4 (91/2: 10: 103/4)in] Actual foot circumference 20 (22: 23.5: 25.5)cm [73/4 (83/4: 91/4: 10)in] Actual calf circumference 27cm (103/4in) ABBREVIATIONS Sppo Slip 1 st as if to purl, P1, psso For a full list see page 77 in Simply Knitting…

West Yorkshire Spinners is proud to present the Birch & Bliss collection, a collaboration between designers Chloé Elizabeth Birch and Debbie Bliss. Together, they've created a pattern book full of fresh, contemporary knits that blend elegance with wearable style. Using luxurious Fable yarn, a sumptuous mix of Falkland Wool, Alpaca and Mohair, the designs offer beautiful drape and show off stitch definition to perfection. From simple silhouettes to bold intarsia, Fair Isle, cables, and textural skills, this collection is ideal for knitters seeking stylish, sophisticated projects that showcase technique while remaining effortlessly wearable. Pattern book £15.50, www.wyspinners.com Super stylish designs…

* STAR LETTER * TERRIFIC TARTAN I've knitted for over 40 years and became involved in knitting for The Longest Yarn D-Day exhibition (currently on tour in America), and subsequent Britain at War exhibition, which is currently touring the UK and Ireland. When a call was put out for knitting life size mannequins I was keen to be involved and offered to knit a kilt for the Piper Bill Millin. There are no patterns for specific tartan and this needed to be as accurate as possible to Cameron of Erracht tartan which was what he was wearing when he landed on D-Day, so I made a graph and knitted it! I am very proud of the result! Who would have even thought it was possible! @ Paula Cambell What an…

Great gift knit EXCLUSIVE TO Simply knitting IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED Stylecraft Special DK (100% acrylic, 100g/295m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table A pair of 3.25mm needles A pair of 4mm needles A 3.25mm circular needle, 60-80cm long (optional for neck) Locking stitch markers Stitch holder Darning needle Snap hair clip TENSION 22 sts and 30 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 4mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 77 HOW TO USE OUR CHARTS Start at the bottom right-hand corner. Read right side rows from right to left and wrong side rows from left to right. A row of squares represents a row of knitting KEY WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists contact Stylecraft on 01484 848435 or visit www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk…

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.…

EXCLUSIVE TO Simple knitting IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED West Yorkshire Spinners Re:treat Twist Chunky (100% Bluefaced Kerry Hill wool, 100g/140m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table A pair of 6.5mm needles Stitch holders Lockable stitch markers 4 buttons TENSION 14 sts and 19 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st on 6.5mm needles 15 sts and 22 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over patt on 6.5mm needles ABBREVIATIONS C2R Knit into front of 2nd st on LH needle but do not slip off needle, knit into front of 1st st on LH needle then slip these 2 sts off together For a full list see page 77 FIND YOUR SIZE SIZING COLOUR KEY So you can re-use this pattern, we've colour-coded the sizing instructions. Simply…

SUPER FUN knit! EXCLUSIVE TO Simply knitting IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED Stylecraft Special DK (100% acrylic, 100g/295m) 1 ball of each Yarn A Silver (1203) Yarn B Wild Orchid (2182) Yarn C Cinder Rose (2171) Yarn D Aquamarine (2187) A pair of 5.5mm needles A pair of 4mm needles A cable needle (cn) A stitch holder 1 bamboo skewer Toy filling TENSION 22 sts and 28 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over stocking stitch using 4mm needles with DK yarn 14 sts and 23 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over stocking stitch using 5.5mm needles with DK yarn held DOUBLE MEASUREMENTS To fit a 2 pint (6-8 cup) teapot ABBREVIATIONS C4B (back cross cable) Slip 2 sts to a cn and hold at back of work, knit next…

CATCH UP WITH OUR READER KNITS AND STORIES over on page 20 CHILL OUT WITH A CROSSWORD ACROSS DOWN IT'S SUDOKU TIME! Knitting Riddle I hide behind, I bring things near, Without me, your ridges disappear. A twist, a turn, a borrowed stay — I hold your secret, stitch away. What am I? ISSUE 272 SOLUTIONS Across 1 Rhombus, 5 Acrylic, 9 Skein, 10 Trafalgar, 11 Odd, 12 Sword, 13 Party, 14 Evans, 16 Cast on, 18 Tattoo, 19 Guess, 22 Nippy, 24 Cramp, 26 Axe, 27 In the dark, 29 Strut, 30 Nervous, 31 Dresser. Down 1 Restore, 2 Overdraft, 3 Bonus, 4 Sitcom, 5 Award, 6 Ria, 7 Lager, 8 Carry on, 13 Prang, 15 Story, 17 Thesaurus, 18 Tension, 20 Sweater, 21 Masked, 23 Peter, 24 Chaos,…

CONTACT US! Got a question for our experts? Then email us at simplyknitting@ourmedia.co.uk Kirstie McLeod Editor Sock knitting fan and all-round knit genius, Kirstie enjoys designing and creating lace, cables and more. Sophie Jordan Deputy Editor Product expert and Fair Isle fanatic, Sophie loves talking about the latest trends and cool colour combos. Cory Sydee Technical Editor Tech expert and knitting super-fan, Cory likes to delve into the toughest of knitting conundrums. Jen Bartlett Technical Editor Stitch expert and technical whizz, Jen tackles the trickiest of knitting problems with ease. QUESTION OF THE MONTH SPORTWEIGHT OR DK Q I keep seeing “sportweight” in patterns and it seems similar to DK. How different are they really, and does it matter which I use? Sienna Court They are close, but the difference…

SCAN HERE… FOR TIPS AND TUTORIALS! Scan this QR code with your phone or tablet camera or via a QR code reader app. CABLE CAST-ON METHOD Use it for a firm edge, and when adding stitches to your work 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. 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. Pull the loop out with the right-hand needle, then slip it over the tip of the left-hand needle. Repeat Steps 2 and 3 until you have the number of stitches you require. THUMB CAST-ON METHOD A…

ISSUE 271 CHRISTMAS ✽ Cropped lace jumper with shawl collar ✽ Circle pattern scarf ✽ Adorable kids’ strawberry jumper ✽ New Year's Eve tea cosy ✽ Festive cushions ✽ Cottage jam jar covers ✽ Textured tunic ✽ Kids’ classic guitar ✽ Santa door stop ✽ Kids’ tweed crew neck ✽ Rowan tie-back jumper ✽ Pixie bonnet ✽ Huge Scheepjes prize draw, puzzles, reader knits & more! BUY IT NOW! RETURN TO THE APP TO BUY BACK ISSUES ISSUE 270 DECEMBER ✽ Holly jumper ✽ Mini decorations ✽ Tatty Teddy jumper ✽ Men's tweed cardi ✽ Penguin trio ✽ Snowman ear bud case cover ✽ Rudolf pyjama case ✽ Penguin jumper and hat set ✽ Elf Christmas sack ✽ Fair Isle jumper ✽ Loop stitch tinsel PLUS Furry Friends animal pattern…

Yarnsmiths Snugglesoft is here to make every project a joy! This buttery-soft yarn is perfect for garments of all sizes, from delicate baby knits to cosy adult sweaters. Its silky texture and inviting palette add luxury to every stitch. Mix it with the new Snugglesoft Fair Isle Effect for subtle colourwork that pops. Developed with babies in mind but loved by everyone, this versatile yarn is a dream to knit with. Sale prices pop up occasionally so check out the website for this 50g ball of joy! 50g for £2.80, www.woolwarehouse.co.uk…

Playful Fashion Cotton Alpaca Fun Neps blends organic cotton, wool and alpaca with colourful polyamide “neps” for textured, lively knits that pop. 50g for £10.50 Creative Melange Alpaca Wonderball offers a high alpaca content in softly melanged gradients, ideal for flowing accessories and garments with elegant drape. 100g for £15.50 For a lighter feel, Luxury Alpaca Cotton Fusion merges alpaca with organic cotton in an aran-weight. 50g for £10.50 Luxury Merino Alpaca Dream Aran, combines plush Merino with soft alpaca fibres for a luxurious, fluffy surface that suits cosy knits. 50g for £10.99 For high-performance socks and delicate accessories, Socks Alpaca Luxury 4-ply delivers alpaca softness with durable polyamide support. 100g for £15.99 www.rico-design.de/en…

Rowan proudly presents its 78th magazine issue, Emerge, a refreshed edition with a modern new look and inspiring designs, blending creativity and craftsmanship for knitters. This issue features two standout stories: Coastal Catwalk, a versatile knitwear collection by Martin Storey, Lisa Richardson, Georgia Farrell and Chloe Thurlow, designed as full outfits or individual pieces; and Kid Classic Love, celebrating 25 years of Rowan's beloved yarn with ten beautiful new designs. Magazine £14.25, www.knitrowan.com IS IT IN YOUR LOCAL YARN SHOP? Times on the high street are challenging and local yarn shops need our help. If you think any of the items in Wishlist might be sold at your local yarn shop please take a browse and support them with your purchases. They'll be thrilled you did!…

Describe your typical day… The bus drops me off about 9:15 and I normally open up straight away. I'll pack orders first, unless I've got classes. Spring/summer is quiet so I'll either be writing my next book or kit, teaching students or serving the occasional customer. Autumn/winter is busier as people craft more so I'm often helping with yarn and pattern choices and fixing mistakes or offering solutions. My teaching diary is fuller, so things like writing, designing and shop related things, like stocking shelves, get done in the gaps between classes. I spend most of my lunch updating the website, writing patterns and accounting. What inspired your yarn shop? I was working at Stonehenge selling membership. While on holiday in Orkney we'd gone into the fossil museum and the…

NOT TOO tricky! EXCLUSIVE TO Simply knitting IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED King Cole Homespun Prism DK (23% polyamide, 22% wool, 22% alpaca, 23% acrylic, 10% viscose, 50g/175m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table A pair of 3mm needles A pair of 3.25mm needles A pair of 4mm needles 1 small button TENSION 22 sts and 28 rows to 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 4mm needles 26 sts and 28 rows to 10×10cm (4×4in) over patt using 4mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 77 WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists contact King Cole on 01756 703670 or visit www.kingcole.com OR YOU COULD TRY… Little Wool Shop 01495 239416 www.littlewoolshop.com Delta Wool Shop www.deltawoolshop.co.uk LOVE YOUR LOCAL YARN SHOP Your local yarn shop…

TURN to page 20 for great reader stories! Charity of the MONTH We spoke to Dee Midgley, Individual Giving and Grants Officer at Gingerbread Charity name Gingerbread – The Charity for Single Parent Families Established 1918 What does the charity do? For more than 100 years, we've stood beside single-parent families across England and Wales, offering trusted information, a welcoming community and a strong campaigning voice. We help single parents tackle the challenges of raising a family alone, from balancing work and childcare to improving wellbeing and finding connection. More than 50,000 people used our online resources last year, and our 55 local Gingerbread groups now bring together over 3,400 members for friendship and peer support. Current campaigns? This autumn, our Home for One, Support for Many appeal is helping…

1 Make a slip knot and place it on a needle, leaving a long tail. The tail length depends on the number of stitches you wish to cast on. Try a length about 3 times the width of the project. 2 Hold the tail in your left hand with your thumb sticking up. Make a circle anti-clockwise with your thumb. You should end up with a cross on the front of your thumb. 3 Push the needle tip along the outside of your thumb so it passes through the loop. Wrap the working yarn as if to knit. 4 Draw the yarn through the thumb loop and then between the arms of the cross. Slip your thumb out and pull to tighten the stitch. Repeat from Step 2.…

KING COLE CRESCENDO ARAN Crescendo Aran features a unique two-twist design that gives the finished fabric a beautifully mottled effect. Available in eight subtle variegated shades inspired by the flow of music, this yarn combines visual depth with timeless style. Soft to the touch, it's perfect for cosy garments and accessories that strike the right note between comfort and creativity. We think you'll love it! RRP £4.55 WEIGHT Aran NEEDLE 5mm BALL 100g/220m CONTENT 100% acrylic CARE Machine wash 30°C, tumble dry www.kingcole.com WEST YORKSHIRE SPINNERS FABLE Try this luxurious brushed aran from WYS, spun from a beautiful blend of wool, alpaca, and mohair. Gently brushed to create a soft halo effect, this yarn offers warmth, texture, and a touch of elegance. Available in 12 rich, earthy tones, it's perfect…

EXCLUSIVE TO Simply Kitting NOT TOO tricky! IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED Yarnsmiths Create DK (100% acrylic, 100g/290m) 1 ball of each Yarn A Storm Grey (3008) Yarn B Parchment (3060) Yarn C Brick (3078) Yarn D Grass Green (3200) Yarn E Silver (3030) Yarn F Chocolate Brown (3080) A pair of 4mm needles 2-hole brown button, 11mm diameter Sewing thread, to sew on button Tapestry needle TENSION 24 sts and 38 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over brick stitch pattern using 4mm needles MEASUREMENTS 23cm (8¼in) wide 26cm (10¼in) tall (Designed to fit an 11in tablet) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 77 WHERE TO BUY □ Wool Warehouse 0800 505 3300 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk TABLET COVER Note Unless otherwise specified, use a regular knitted cast on for all…

1 FINISH THE ROW YOU STARTED Putting your work down mid-row can stretch or distort stitches. Completing the row keeps tension even and prevents mysterious gaps or leaning columns. 2 MEASURE BY ROWS, NOT INCHES Fabric grows and settles over time. Counting rows is more accurate than measuring length, especially with drapey fibres or ribbing that likes to relax. 3 BLOCK YOUR SWATCHES, ALWAYS A blocked swatch behaves like finished fabric. It shows true gauge, drape and bloom. Skip this step and your perfectly planned fit might surprise you later. 4 WEAVE IN YOUR ENDS AS YOU GO Tack those tails in while you knit. It saves hours at the end and stops yarn ends from tangling or fraying while you work. 5 CHECK YOUR TENSION EVERY SESSION Even the…

Kirstie McLeod Editor “A few years ago, I started taking evening pottery classes. It was so much fun and I'd love to master throwing pieces on the wheel.” Camilla Owen Art Designer “I have been obsessed with embroidered jumpers recently. I'd love to add embroidered details to my knits.” Cory Sydee Technical Editor “Sewing! I love it but things have to be precise and some things you can't undo! I'd love to surpass the beginner stage and sew fabulously.” Jen Bartlett Technical Editor “I'd love to be able to throw pots on a potter's wheel and create gorgeous pieces using raku firing techniques.”…

There's something wonderfully comforting about knitting in the colder months – the soft click of needles, the slow creation of colour and texture, and the quiet satisfaction of making something to keep or give. In this cosy collection we celebrate the joy of winter knitting with small projects bursting with colour to brighten grey days, and textures that wrap you in warmth. So pour a cuppa, cosy up and let's get knitting!…

100% UNIQUE KNIT IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED Yarnsmiths Create DK (100% acrylic, 290m/100g) 1 ball of each Yarn A Vintage Peach (3428) Yarn B Parchment (3060) Yarn C Khaki (3206) A pair of 3.25mm needles Metal press stud or snap fastener Lining fabric, one fat quarter (approx 50×55cm) Sewing needle and matching thread 18cm zipper Crochet hook (optional for edge trim) TENSION 28 sts and 32 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 3.25mm needles MEASUREMENTS Purse 11×7.5cm (4¼×3in) Bag 22×12cm (8½×4¾in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 77 in Simply Knitting magazine WHERE TO BUY □ Wool Warehouse on 0800 505 3300 or wwwwoolwarehouse.co.uk “I love how modern geometric patterns can look. You'll knit these simple gifts in no time!” SOPHIE JORDAN, DEPUTY EDITOR…

TRY A NEW STITCH IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED Katia Merino Tweed (worsted, 51% Merino, 43% acrylic, 6% viscose, 50g/80m) 2 balls of Beige (301) 1 set of 5.5mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) 1 set of 6mm DPNs Stitch holder Stitch marker TENSION 16 sts and 22 rounds to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over horseshoe pattern using 6mm needles MEASUREMENTS Actual hand circumference 19cm (7½in) Length from cuff 28cm (11in) Note Fabric is quite stretchy ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 77 in Simply Knitting magazine WHERE TO BUY □ Purlescence 01635 597999 www.purlescence.com “These worsted-weight mittens come with a pretty pattern that's not too tricky to knit…” SOPHIE JORDAN, DEPUTY EDITOR MITTENS HORSESHOE PATTERN Round 1 *Yo, K3, s2kpo, K3, yo, K1; rep from * to end. Rounds 2,…