Innholdsfortegnelse for 217 i The Knitter

Bronagh Miskelly Designer, writer and technical editor Bronagh has had her designs published in a range of magazines, and is closely involved with UK Hand Knitting. Turn to p37 to find her ‘Achillea’ shawl in a plant-dyed yarn, and p26 for her elegant lace rib socks. Jennie Atkinson Jennie has a worldwide fanbase, thanks to her feminine designs which have appeared in Vogue Knitting, The Knitter and Rowan’s magazines. Her latest design is a mini shawl with a pretty lace pattern and edging, knitted in a silky yarn, which is on p29. Emma Vining Emma is known for her exquisite, unique stitch patterns, many of which have been influenced by urban environments and historical artefacts. This month, she brings us a beautifully textured cardigan in a vibrant colour, which is…

By pairing simple silhouettes with elegant stitch patterns, the team at Quail Studio has produced a collection of sophisticated knits that will complement your summer wardrobe. Edition Five contains 12 projects using Rowan yarns such as Softyak, Cotton Cashmere, Summerlite DK and Handknit Cotton. Lightweight layers include a crewneck drop-shoulder cardigan, a luxurious gilet, a pretty lace cardigan, and a long-length open cardigan with a basketweave texture. The ‘Lusia’ cabled sweater pairs beautifully with the ‘Lavinia’ ribbed miniskirt, and there’s a lovely lace scarf knitted using two strands of Kidsilk Haze. The collection has a choice of tops, including a basketweave T-shirt, a mesh vest, a textured tee, and a fitted ribbed vest with a deep square neckline. The ‘Cleora’ cotton vest has lace trim around the neck and hem.…

Create lightweight, contemporary knits with feminine touches with this brand-new book from designer Joan Ho. She presents 15 patterns to wear at the beach or by the pool, for lazy summer afternoons or evening events, in her book Light & Breezy Knitwear. There are easygoing loungewear knits such as a racerback tank, a comfortable cotton tee with matching shorts, and a ribbed tank. Youthful styles for festival and beach wear include bralettes using rib and mesh stitch patterns, a halter top and a fringed mesh skirt. ‘Hollyberry Tee’ is a boxy, loose-fit openwork T-shirt, and ‘Mariposa’ is a cute handkerchief-style top with a tapered triangular hem. Beautiful feminine pieces include an off-the-shoulder top with a deep lace ruffle, a maxi skirt with lace details, a top with a plunging neckline…

LANG Vaya Shade pictured Light Yellow (13) Ball weight/length 50g/200m Needle size 3.5-4mm (UK 10-8/US 4-6) Tension 24 sts and 34 rows to 10cm Fibre content 74% cotton, 16% extrafine merino wool, 10% yak Care Machine wash 30°C RRP £11.99 Contact www.knitmcintosh.com This new yarn from Lang is an elegant blend of fibres that will be suitable for summer tops and draping wraps as well as trans-seasonal garments offering lightweight warmth. Vaya is a DK-weight mix of cotton, wool and yak that feels cool against the skin, and has a fabulous drape. There’s a palette of muted colours, all with a slight lustre and giving a mottled effect. SANDNES GARN Tynn Silk Mohair Shade pictured Pudder Rosa (3511) Ball weight/length 25g/212m Needle size 3-5mm (UK 3-6/US 11-8) Tension 18 sts…

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SAR AH HATTON Myfanwy THIS VINTAGE-STYLE design from Sarah Hatton has a wide neckline featuring a panel of pretty lace. The garment is knitted in pieces from the top down, with short-row shaping for the neck. Slanting lines of eyelets add a decorative touch to the lower body, and the project is finished with short sleeves. Sarah has used Wool Revival DK, the new yarn from West Yorkshire Spinners which is made from excess fibres left over from the spinning process. It comes in 10 muted colours. SIZE YARN NEEDLES & ACCESSORIES 1 pair 3.25mm (UK 10/US 3) knitting needles 1 pair 4mm (UK 8/US 6) knitting needles Set of 3.25mm (UK 10/US 3) doublepointed needles (DPNs), or circular needles, 80cm long for Magic Loop technique Set of 4mm DPNs…

YOU DON’T have to be an experienced dressmaker to finish your knitted garment with a zip. With careful preparation, you’ll have a professional finish in no time! CHOOSING THE RIGHT ZIP First consider the weight of your yarn and choose a zip accordingly. If you can, try to find a zip of a similar weight to (or something slightly lighter than) the knitted fabric. The teeth will add a stiffness to the fabric and help to stabilise the edge, so it’s important that you don’t choose something too heavy, particularly if your fabric is on the finer side. Zips are available in many different sizes with either plastic or metal teeth. Larger teeth work well with knitted fabric, and choosing something with smooth teeth will help to ensure that the…

MARY HENDERSON Ballantrae ELEMENTS FROM traditional Shetland knitting are visible in this short-sleeved top by Mary Henderson, which has a fabric combining garter stitch stripes with a lace pattern. The top is knitted using Knit Picks Palette, a 4ply wool. We’ve also suggested an alternative from British brand Baa Ram Ewe. SIZE YARN NEEDLES & ACCESSORIES 3.5mm (UK 9-10/US 4) circular needles, 40cm long Stitch holders or waste yarn Stitch markers Tapestry needle TENSION 27 sts and 34 rows to 10cm over Wave Pattern on 3.5mm needles. 29 sts and 30 rows to 10cm over Lace Pattern on 3.5mm needles. Alternative yarn suggestion: Baa Ram Ewe Pip Colourwork (4ply weight; 100% British wool; 116m/126yds per 25g) A Pudding Beige (026); 6 (8:8:10:10:12) balls B Harewood Green (091); 2 (2:2:2:2:4) balls…

ELLA BURCH Catriona A GRAPHIC stranded colourwork pattern of tiny squares, blocks and stripes decorates this tank top design from Ella Burch. Designed with lots of positive ease for a relaxed fit, it has a fabric that feels gorgeously soft, thanks to the use of World of Wool’s Marble DK. This is a blend of Merino and silk that’s spun in Yorkshire and comes in 16 cheerful colours. Simple ribbed bands in cream complement the colourwork. SIZE YARN NEEDLES & ACCESSORIES 1 pair 4mm (UK 8/US 6) knitting needles 4mm (UK 8/US 6) double-pointed needles (DPNs) or short circular needles, 25cm long Stitch holder TENSION 23 sts and 27 rows to 10cm over colourwork patt on 4mm needles YARN STOCKISTS World of Wool 03300 564888 www.worldofwool.co.uk For general abbreviations, see…

SIZE YARN Cascade Yarns Heritage (4ply weight; 75% superwash Merino wool, 25% nylon; 400m/436yds per 100g skein) Dusky Orchid (5705); 1 x 100g skein (for both sizes) NEEDLES & ACCESSORIES Set of 2.75mm double-pointed needles (DPNs), or 2.75mm circular needles 2 stitch markers TENSION 33 sts and 39 rounds to 10cm over st st using 2.75mm needles. 37 sts and 39 rounds to 10cm over pattern using 2.75mm needles. YARN STOCKISTS Cascade Yarns www.cascadeyarns.com Available from Wool Warehouse www.woolwarehouse.co.uk SPECIAL ABBREVIATIONS Knot1: Lift third stitch on left needle over first and second stitch and off the needle, K1, yo, K1. For general abbreviations, see p88 INSPIRED BY a summer garden, these socks have delicate flower-like motifs connected by lines of twisted stitches. The floral motifs are created by working knot…

KNITTING VAN GOGH THIS EXCITING collaboration between knitwear designer Krista Ann and the Van Gogh Museum in Amsterdam brings us 20 wonderful knitting projects celebrating the visionary art produced by Vincent van Gogh in the late 19th century. Krista Ann has reinterpreted van Gogh’s most famous themes by using colours and stitch textures that capture the feel of his paintings. The ‘Peach Tree Wrap’, for example, pairs a variegated yarn with a mock cable stitch to mimic the energy and movement of the 1888 painting The Pink Peach Tree. ‘Almond Blossom Shawl’ is a crescent design with curving sections of texture and colour, whileapairoflacymitts reflects the colours of Irises. ‘Peasant Sweater’ has dramatic puffed sleeves, long ribbed cuffs and a deep ribbed waistband. The ‘Stormy Ombré Tunic’ makes use of…

SANDR A NESBITT Orchid Mandala “MY BRIOCHE mandala begins at the centre and grows outward in gentle waves, with regular increases shaping a floral-inspired circular design,” explains Sandra Nesbitt. “The rhythmic nature of brioche stitch combined with the meditative repetition of the pattern invites a mindful knitting experience - echoing the calming, centring essence of traditional mandalas.” Sandra has combined a self-striping sock yarn with a laceweight kidsilk yarn in a solid colour. For display purposes, the mandala is blocked, stretched and then joined to a 40cm embroidery hoop. SIZE 40cm (15¾in) diameter YARN DROPS Fabel (4ply weight; 75% wool, 25% polyamide; 205m/224yds per 50g ball) A Berry Dreams Print (330); 1 x 50g ball DROPS Kid Silk (Lace weight; 25% silk, 75% mohair; 210m/230yds per 25g ball) B Moonshine…

MARTIN STOREY Currant DESIGNED BY Martin Storey, this relaxed-fit vest features a striking diamond cable design on the front. The back is knitted in plain stocking stitch. The V-neck, armholes and hem are finished with a simple rib. It’s knitted in Rowan’s Softyak DK, a wonderfully soft blend of cotton, yak and nylon which comes in 27 sophisticated colours. SIZE YARN NEEDLES & ACCESSORIES 1 pair 3.25mm (UK 10/US 3) knitting needles 1 pair 4mm (UK 8/US 6) knitting needles 3.25mm (UK 10/US 3) circular needles, no more than 50cm long Cable needle (cn) TENSION 22 sts and 30 rows to 10cm over st st on 4mm needles. Cable panel (104 sts) meas 38cm. YARN STOCKISTS Rowan 01924 371501 www.knitrowan.com SPECIAL ABBREVIATIONS C2B: Slip next st onto cn and leave…

THE ONLINE yarn shop Purlescence has long been a popular destination for knitters looking for beautiful yarns. It has been run by Sarah and Jonathan Lewis since 2011; today, it boasts an impressive line-up of artisan yarn and tool brands, including The Fibre Co. and ChiaoGoo. We chatted with Sarah about what it’s like to run an online yarn business. Tell us the story behind Purlescence. “Jonathan and I purchased Purlescence, as an existing business, back in 2011. We are a husband and wife team with crafting in our blood - my Gran owned a knitting shop while I was growing up! “We have worked hard to build a reputation for not only stocking a wide range of products, but also delivering a very personal service to our customers. “Like…

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TIME FOR A TREAT Knitting kits make lovely gifts for a crafting friend, a special treat for yourself, or a nice project to take on your travels. The Knitting Shed is a great place to find inspiring kits and yarn packs, using interesting knitting techniques and showcasing the shop’s own hand-dyed Ainsworth & Prin yarns. Beautiful kits include ‘Seraph’, a pair of stranded colourwork mitts designed by Nicola Diggins, and ‘Utility Two’, a chic cowl with a two-tone herringbone pattern. The store also sells kits for garments designed by Nicola for The Knitter, including her much-loved ‘Seraph’ jumper colourwork sweater from the cover of Issue 170, and her ‘Shipping Forecast’ T-shirt. Ainsworth & Prin’s mini skein sets are a lovely way to explore their colourways, and one of the most…

When knitting is your passion, you want to have high-quality, functional and beautiful bags and cases to store your projects and tools - and we’ve been admiring the fabulous range from Danish brand Re:Designed. Its products have been developed with knitters’ needs in mind, and are crafted from leather that has been treated with dye to preserve the original grain then waxed by hand. Styles include Project 10, a box-style bag with deep, wide pockets for your knitting project, sections for knitting tools, and lots of thoughtfully designed pockets and loops; the smaller Project 9 case has similar features and is ideal for taking on holiday. Project 20 is a chic bucket bag with a long adjustable shoulder strap, a generous capacity, internal pockets and an exterior zip pocket. For…

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JENNIE ATKINSON Romilly KNITTED BANDANAS or kerchiefs are really popular right now, and this exquisite pattern has been designed for us by Jennie Atkinson. It has a triangular shape, with an all-over lace pattern, and a pretty looped edging which is worked separately and sewn on. The project uses one skein of West Yorkshire Spinners Exquisite Lace, a blend of Falkland wool and silk which comes in 17 sumptuous colours. SIZE Length: 28cm (11in) Width: 70cm (271/in) YARN Capri (520); 1 x 100g skein NEEDLES & ACCESSORIES 1 pair 3.25mm (UK 10/US 3) knitting needles 1 pair 3.75mm (UK 9/US 5) knitting needles TENSION 28 sts and 48 rows to 10cm over Lace patt using 3.25mm needles YARN STOCKISTS West Yorkshire Spinners 01535 664500 www.wyspinners.com For general abbreviations, see p88…

BRONAGH MISKELLY Achillea THIS LOVELY shawl from Bronagh Miskelly uses the brand-new yarn range from Fyberspates, called Vivacious Botanical. This is a pure Merino wool which has been dyed using natural plant dyes, and the range of colourways is truly exquisite. Bronagh’s design has a triangular shape; the upper section is knitted in stocking stitch with garter welts, and the deep lace border features a fir cone stitch pattern. SIZE Wingspan: 162cm (63¾in) Depth: 85cm (33½in) YARN Fyberspates Vivacious 4ply Botanical (4ply weight; 100% Merino wool; 365m/399yds per 100g skein) Rhubarb Ginger (677); 2 x 100g skeins YARN STOCKISTS Fyberspates www.fyberspates.com/retailers NEEDLES & ACCESSORIES 3.5mm (UK 10-9/US 4) circular needles, 100cm long 4mm (UK 8/US G-6) crochet hook Smooth waste yarn 4 stitch markers TENSION 24 sts and 30 rows…

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OUTI K ATE R Osea “THIS CHILDREN’S yoked jumper is knitted using Jamieson & Smith’s 2 Ply Jumper Weight 100% Shetland wool, in three fresh shades that remind me of summers at the seaside,” explains Outi Kater. The project is sized to fit children aged from two to 12 years, and is knitted from the top down, with a stranded colourwork yoke that features motifs including anchors, diamonds, crosses and triangles. SIZE YARN NEEDLES & ACCESSORIES Set of 2.5mm (UK 12-13/US 1-2) double-pointed needles (DPNs) 2.5mm (UK 12-13/US 1.5) circular needles, 80cm long Set of 2.75mm (UK 12/US 2) DPNs 2.75mm (UK 12/US 2) circular needles, 80cm long 3.25mm (UK 10/US 3) circular needles, 80cm long Stitch markers Stitch holders TENSION 28 sts and 34 rounds to 10cm using 3.25mm…

EMMA VINING Doone Valley “THIS DESIGN features a bold pattern of alternating triangles and circles in a vibrant shade of Cascade’s 220 yarn,” explains Emma Vining. “The shapes are worked on a garter stitch background which extends to the garment sides. The pattern is mirror-imaged on either side of the front bands. For the pattern panel on the back, the triangles alternate direction within each band of shapes, and the sleeves feature a triangle border at the cuff.” SIZE YARN NEEDLES & ACCESSORIES 1 pair 4.5mm (UK 7/US 7) knitting needles 1 pair 5mm (UK 6/US 8) knitting needles 7 buttons Stitch holders Stitch markers Cable needle (cn) BLOCKING DIAGRAM CHARTS TENSION 18 sts and 24 rows to 10cm over st st using 5mm needles. 18 sts and 26 rows…

KRISTAANN Almond Blossom Shawl “LARGE BRANCHES against a vibrant blue sky, like the ones featured here in ‘Almond Blossom’, were one of Vincent van Gogh’s favourite subjects,” says designer Krista Ann. “He painted almond blossoms often, but he created this particular painting as a gift for his newborn nephew, and it nods to the innocence and softness of nature. “I designed this shawl using silk because it knits up into a wonderfully delicate and light fabric that offers a breezy weightlessness as it drapes over the shoulders. The curves of the fabric mimic the light and airy petals moving with the wind. I pulled in the captivating teals and gold colours we see in the sky and on the branches, along with the soft white representing the silky petals of…

Issue 216 Lace jumper • Chevron pullover • Unisex ribbed cardigan • Gansey • Lace wrap • Fair Isle mitts • Slip stitch top • Beret • Nordic sweaters • Slip stitch cardigan • Lace vest • Textured socks SEE THE PATTERNS IN DETAIL HERE http://bit.ly/RAVTKN Issue 215 Fair Isle top • Lace blouse • Cabled jumper • Lace cardigan • Colourwork cushion • Gansey • Cabled socks • Lace wrap • Boy’s sweater • Unisex cardigan • Lace shawl • Fair Isle yoked top Issue 214 Lace cardigan • Brioche shawl • Tank top • Cabled jumper • Lace & stripe shawl • Fair Isle cowl • Chevron tabard • Men’s colourwork sweater • Cat socks • Baby’s romper • Textured cardigan Issue 213 Cabled tank • Lace cardigan…