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Get set for winter with our fabulous collection of cosy knits! Designs for you include a sumptuously cabled long-line sweater by Sarah Hatton, a spectacular Nordic colourwork cardigan from Outi Kater, an elegant textured jumper and a Fair Isle tank top. We have one-skein projects including a delicate lace shawl and a cabled hat, plus a festive Christmas wreath, and a charming children’s cardigan with house-shaped pockets. www.gathered.how/theknitter TheKnitterMag TheKnitterMag…

DANISH STYLE Copenhagen Fibers is an exciting new yarn brand created by Hobbii. Specialising in luxurious natural fibres and a contemporary Scandinavian aesthetic, the new brand has been launched with six beautiful and versatile yarn ranges. Each yarn is available in a carefully curated palette of colours reflecting the Danish city of Copenhagen, with a timeless look to encourage knitters to create elegant modern pieces following the Danish tradition of hygge. Among the options is Baby Alpaca Blend, a light and voluminous tube yarn that combines alpaca, cotton and wool, and Brushed Alpaca, a gorgeously fluffy mix of alpaca, wool and polyamide that knits to a chunky-weight. Natural Wool is a classic pure wool DK that’s perfect for family knits, while Merino and Merino Light are spun from non-mulesed Merino…

John Arbon’s Annual for 2025 is a real treat, and the 124-page magazine is packed with patterns, puzzles, and insights into life behind the scenes at the British spinning mill. There are six knitting projects and one crochet design, all following a theme of ‘Seaside Kitsch’. The ‘Saunton Sands Shawl’ and ‘La Baule Shawl’ have cheerful stripes inspired by beach umbrellas, while the slip stitch pattern on the ‘Woolacombe Waffle Hat’ looks like an ice cream cone! Lola Johnson’s elegant ‘Prestwick Pebble Wrap’ combines sand stitch, garter stripes and drop stitch waves. Basque beach huts were the inspiration for Esti Juango’s striped sideways-knit ‘Zarauz Tee’. ‘Benjamine the Watervole’ is a wonderful toy pattern from Cinthia Vallet, complete with a knitted swimsuit and raincoat. There are articleS to read, too, including…

I’m planning a quick knit for a friend who’s expecting a baby next month. I found a lovely sweater pattern called ‘Norton’ designed by Lisa Richardson for Rowan’s Just Baby pattern book back in 2012, which appeared in an old Simply Knitting supplement (issue 159). I’m using random balls of DK yarn from my stash, a bit of a mix-and-match from different brands but I think it’ll work well together. You can buy a digital copy of Simply Knitting 159 at www.gathered.how/digital-issues I’ve been seeing so many beautiful mini shawls on Instagram and Ravelry lately, which inspired me to design my own. I used a couple of balls of 4ply yarn from my stash to create a very simple striped scarf. It features an i-cord edging, with asymmetric shaping achieved…

WEST YORKSHIRE SPINNERS Morris Shade pictured Marigold Ball weight/length 50g/112m Needle size 4mm (UK 8/US 6) Tension 22 sts and 28 rows to 10cm Fibre content 50% Bluefaced Leicester wool, 25% Bluefaced Kerry Hill wool, 25% Masham wool Care Machine wash 30˚C RRP £6.50 Contact www.wyspinners.com This beautiful blend of three British wools offers softness, strength, durability and a delicate lustre. Morris DK is a delightfully bouncy yarn with a superb handle; it’s soft enough to wear next to the skin, and offers crisply defined stitches. The palette of 20 shades was inspired by the iconic 19th century British textile designer William Morris. UK ALPACA Superfine Speckledy 4ply Shade pictured Speckledy Gold Ball weight/length 50g/225m Needle size 3mm (UK 11/US 2-3) Tension 28 sts and 38 rows to 10cm Fibre…

LACE FANS will enjoy knitting this intricate shawl design by Anniken Allis. It has a Faroese-style construction, with two wings separated by a central wedge, helping it to sit neatly around the shoulders. The wings are decorated with a pattern of lacy diamond motifs, while the central panel has a chevron design. Anniken has used Exquisite Lace, a blend of Falkland wool and mulberry silk from West Yorkshire Spinners. SPECIAL TECHNIQUES RUSSIAN CAST-OFF K2, slip both sts back to LH needle, K2tog tbl, *K1, slip both sts back to LH needle, K2tog tbl; rep from * to end. CHART PATTERNS CHART A Row 1 (RS): Yo, K1, yo. Row 2 and all WS rows: See pattern. Row 3: Yo, K3, yo. Row 5: Yo, K5, yo. Row 7: Yo, K7,…

“THIS IS one of those eye-catching, super cosy stitch patterns that is hard to resist,” says Marie Greene. “The pattern creates a fabric so lovely it will invite a double take from anyone who sees you wear it. But it’s more than just a pretty face - the rounded cables and deep honeycomb pockets will hold the heat and keep you toasty when you sit around the campfire or start off on your next outdoor adventure.” CHART PATTERN Rnd 1: *C4B, C4F; rep from * to end of rnd. Rnd 2: K to end of rnd. Rnd 3: K to end of rnd. Rnd 4: K to end of rnd. Rnd 5: *C4F, C4B; rep from * to end of rnd. Rnd 6: K to end of rnd. Rnd 7:…

VIKKEL BRAIDS, also known as Estonian or lateral braids, are decorative, chain-like braids which run across the knitted fabric. They lie relatively flat – unlike the more elaborate Latvian braid – and can be worked in a single colour to add texture, or in a contrasting colour to the main fabric. Vikkel braids are a lovely way to frame a section of stranded colourwork, or to separate a ribbed sock or mitten cuff from the main fabric. They can be worked in the round, or across a flat piece of knitting. Be aware that the row of stitches immediately above the braid will be elongated as a result of working the braid in a single colour (see Swatch 1 below); this is much less noticeable when the braid is in…

ISSUE 221 Mary Henderson Mary is passionate about traditional Scottish knitting patterns, and is much admired for her intricate Fair Isle designs and delicate lace. Her latest design is a Fair Isle tank top in a cosy DK British wool, which is the star of our special supplement. Chloé Elizabeth Birch Chloé is a freelance knitwear designer who loves to create fun yet timeless pieces, and has designed for West Yorkshire Spinners and Vogue Knitting. She enjoys creating children’s knits, and you can find her ‘Happy Home’ cardigan on p53. Anniken Allis Norwegian knitting designer and teacher Anniken has lived in England since 1990, and her skills with lace stitches are legendary. For this month’s collection, Anniken has designed an elegant lace shawl using a silky yarn, which is on…

Mix-and-match pieces and complete knitted outfits fill the pages of Rowan’s new autumnwinter magazine. With beautiful photography shot on Anglesey and a ‘coastal catwalk’ theme, the collection has a modern look with nods to traditional knitwear styles. Designs include a pencil skirt and sweater with columns of subtle colourwork and cables, a colourblock ribbed skirt and a coordinating cropped rib jumper. There’s a chic textured mini dress by Martin Storey, which looks stunning paired with his long, hooded ‘Donna’ sleeveless cardigan. Floral colourwork details decorate the ‘Donatella’ cardigan and two scarf designs. There’s also a neat waistcoat, a handbag, and a spectacular cable and colourwork dress. Two colourways are given for each design. The magazine also marks the 25th anniversary of Rowan’s much-loved Kid Classic yarn with a range of…

WORKSHOPS 2 NOVEMBER London Introduction to Drop Spindling www.knitwithattitude.com 020 3971 7861 8 NOVEMBER Loughborough Finishing Techniques www.beingknitterly.co.uk 11 NOVEMBER Bovey Tracey Professional Finishing with Anniken Allis www.spinayarndevon.co.uk 01626 836203 12 NOVEMBER Exeter Professional Finishing Techniques www.woolontheexe.com 01392 669015 15 NOVEMBER Faversham Double-Sided Textures and Cables with Bronagh Miskelly www.theyarndispensary.co.uk 01795 533812 15 NOVEMBER Lewes Fair Isle Hat Workshop www.idashouse.co.uk 01883 345220 16 NOVEMBER Barrowford, Lancs Advanced Sock Workshop www.emilyfoulds.com 26 NOVEMBER London Learn to Darn – Beautifully! www.wildandwoollyshop.co.uk 020 8985 5231 28 NOVEMBER Exeter Confident Cables www.woolontheexe.com 01392 669015 29 NOVEMBER Faversham Learn to Steek your Knitting with Bronagh Miskelly www.theyarndispensary.co.uk 01795 533812 30 NOVEMBER London How to Knit Amazigh Socks with Irene Waggener www.wildandwoollyshop.co.uk 020 8985 5231 7 DECEMBER Renishaw, Derbyshire Yarn Spa with Blue Fern Yarns www.nibblesneedlesandhooks.co.uk…

REVERSIBLE KNITTING by Cecelia Campochiaro CECELIA CAMPOCHIARO is known for her scholarly approach to developing new stitch patterns, and her books Sequence Knitting and Making Marls have been hugely influential on modern knitwear designers. Her latest book, which presents more than 300 fully reversible patterns, will be of great interest to designers and enthusiastic knitters who want to create their own stitch patterns. Described as a technical handbook as well as a stitch dictionary, Cecelia’s book offers an in-depth explanation of how fully reversible patterns - which have two right sides - are produced. She explains the essential elements of reversible knitting, and the one-row patterns that are the building blocks of reversible fabrics. Cecelia then explores how these patterns can be modified and mirrored using slip stitch and fine…

EVERYTHING CREATED by The Raw Wool Company is infused with the spirit of Cornwall’s wild landscapes and proud maritime heritage – from the beautiful rare-breed yarns spun from the fleeces of the Company’s own sheep and those of local farms, to its timeless knitting patterns for ganseys and smocks. The company is run by Anton Belmonté, an enthusiastic young farmer, knitter and designer who wants to share his love for undyed wool and the Wensleydale Longwool breed with other crafters. “The Raw Wool Company started very much because of my mother Juli,” Anton explains. “Growing up on a rare breed farm with all sorts for weird and wonderful animals (not just sheep), I learnt from a young age the importance of supporting and rearing rare breeds. After some changes on…

THIS ELEGANT sweater from Emma Vining has long lines of pleated ribbing creating a chevron pattern on the upper body. Within the sweater lower sections the long lines of ribbing are straight vertical bands. In the upper section the twisted stitches create a series of folds, with each fold emphasised with garter stitch texture. The folds are all worked in the same directions, creating the alternating chevron effect. STITCH PATTERNS FOLDED RIB PATTERN (worked over 6 sts and 32 rows) Row 1 (RS): K1, C2F, K3. Row 2 (WS): P4, K2. Row 3: K2, C2F, K2. Row 4: P3, K3. Row 5: K3, C3F. Rows 6-7: Knit. Row 8: P3, K3. Row 9: K3, C3B. Row 10: P3, K3. Row 11: K2, C2B, K2. Row 12: P4, K2. Row 13:…

PAT MENCHINI is renowned for her handsome designs for men, and this raglan sweater has a timeless look, pairing cables with a textured pattern to create an interesting fabric. The project is knitted in pieces, then the raglans are seamed before the folded neckband is added. Rico’s Soft Wool Aran yarn is comfortable and machine-washable, and comes in a range of classic colours. BACK Using 3.75mm needles, cast on 111 (123:135:147:159) sts. Row 1 (RS): K2, (P1, K1) to last st, K1. Row 2: K1, (P1, K1) to end. Rep these 2 rib rows 6 times more, then row 1 again. Next row (WS): P6 (6:1:2:1), *M1P, P9 (10:12: 13:13); rep from * to last 6 (7:2:2:2) sts, M1P, P to end. 123 (135:147:159:172) sts. Patt as folls: Row 1…

WORKED IN a flowing half fisherman’s rib pattern, the fabric on this sweater has the appearance of cables without the need to use a cable needle. The balloon sleeves feature the same stitch and are nipped into long ribbed cuffs. Inspired by classic designs from the 1970s and ’80s, this relaxed sweater has a straight neckline. It is knitted in Sirdar’s Loveful 100% Recycled Tweed Blend, a soft, DK-weight yarn spun from GRS-certified recycled fibres. BACK Using 3.25mm needles and the thumb method, cast on 121 (133:147:159:173:185:199) sts. Row 1: P0 (1:1:0:1:0:0), *K1, P1; rep from * to last 1 (0:0:1:0:1:1) sts, K1 (0:0:1:0:1:1). Row 2: P1 (0:0:1:0:1:1), *K1, P1; rep from * to last 0 (1:1:0:1:0:0) sts, K0 (1:1:0:1:0:0). Rows 1 and 2 set 1x1 rib. Work in 1x1…

“THIS TOP was inspired by William Morris’s marigold and sunflower pattern,” says Mary Henderson. “Using a DK yarn makes it a fairly quick knit. It is knitted in the round to the armholes, then split to work with the back and front in rows.” Mary’s project is knitted in Morris, the new yarn from West Yorkshire Spinners which has colours by the pioneer of the arts and crafts movement, William Morris. CHART PATTERNS CHART A Rnd 1: K2tblA, K1B. Rnd 2: K2tblA, P1B. Rnd 3: K2tblA, K1C. Rnd 4: K2tblA, P1C. Rnd 5: K2tblA, K1D. Rnd 6: K2tblA, P1D. Rnd 7: K2tblA, K1E. Rnd 8: K2tblA, P1E. Rnd 9: K2tblA, K1D. Rnd 10: K2tblA, P1D. Rod 11: K2tblA, K1C. Rnd 12: K2tblA, P1C. Rnd 13: K2tblA, K1B. Rnd 14: K2tblA,…

THIS LONG raglan sweater, designed by Sarah Hatton, has an intricately patterned fabric featuring wide staghorn cables, narrow twists and plump OXO cables. It has an elegant boat neckline with a folded collar knitted in a textured pattern called rice stitch; the sleeves use the same pattern. Sarah’s cosy sweater is knitted in The Croft Aran, a pure Shetland wool from West Yorkshire Spinners. STITCH PATTERNS CABLE PANEL (88 sts) Row 1 (RS): P2, C4F, P2, C4B, (P2, C4B, C4F) twice, P2, K6, C4B, C4F, K6, (P2, C4B, C4F) twice, P2, C4F, P2, C4B, P2. Row 2 (WS): (K2, P4) twice, (K2, P8) twice, K2, P20, (K2, P8) twice, K2, (P4, K2) twice. Row 3: (P2, K4) twice, P2, (K8, P2) twice, K4, C4B, K4, C4F, K4, (P2, K8) twice,…

To bring festive cheer to your knitting, the team at West Yorkshire Spinners has launched a new festive yarn and patterns, including a fabulous Christmas knitalong. The latest festive colourway to join the Signature Sparkle sock yarn range is called Mulled Wine. Combining opulent reds and spicy orange hues, the colourway is enhanced with a golden sparkling thread. Accompanying the new shade is a lacy sock pattern designed by Winwick Mum, called ‘Nutmeg’, and a crochet design called ‘Cinnamon’, which are both free to download. Anna Nikipirowicz has designed the ‘Baubles & Bows’ knitalong, a patchwork blanket project which uses intarsia and stranded colourwork to create colourful squares decorated with bows, Christmas trees, holly, stars and poinsettia flowers. Yarn bundles containing all the ColourLab Aran yarn you’ll need are available…

“RICHLY PATTERNED colourwork sweaters have a long history in the Nordic countries, and in more recent times cardigans have also been knitted using the same technique,” says Outi Kater. “This Nordic style loose-fitting cardigan is knitted in the round, using steeks at the arm and front openings. The length of the body and sleeves can easily be adjusted by adding or omitting repeats of the seed pattern.” PATTERN NOTES STEEKS Steeks are worked over 11 stitches in a 1x1 stripe pattern, alternating between background and pattern colours, with the complete 11-stitch steek beginning and ending with the background colour. Knit steeks in a single colour if only one colour is used for the round. When working steek on rnds with two colours, work as follows: Steek rnd: Over first 6…

BRING A seasonal look to your front door or your sitting room with this beautiful wreath designed by Caroline Birkett. The cover for the wreath frame is knitted in Pine Zigzag stitch using a marled yarn for a rustic, woven look. This is then decorated with an array of Christmas roses and leaves, mistletoe and strands of ivy, with little stars knitted using a silver metallic yarn. WREATH COVER Using 5mm needles and yarn A, cast on 31 sts. WORK IN PINE ZIGZAG STITCH Row 1 (RS): Sl 1 kwise wyib, Sl 1 pwise wyif, *LT; rep from * to last st, K1. Row 2 (WS): Sl 2 pwise wyib, *RPT; rep from * to last st, K1. Rep rows 1 and 2 until piece measures 98cm or as needed…

THIS CHILDREN’S sweater by Chloé Elizabeth Birch is too cute for words! A colourwork daisy pattern decorates the sleeves, while the left and right fronts are worked in two different colours, with contrasting ribbed hems, buttonbands, cuffs and neckband. The house-shaped patch pockets have windows and doors added using Swiss darning, and finished with little knitted doorknobs. BACK Using 3.25mm needles and yarn A, cast on 73 (77:81:85) sts. Row 1 (RS): K1, (P1, K1) to end. Row 2 (WS): P1, (K1, P1) to end. These 2 rows set rib. Cont in rib for a further 9 rows. Change to 4mm needles and yarn B. Beginning with a knit row, work in st st until Back meas 21 (24:27:28) cm from cast-on edge, ending with a purl row. SHAPE ARMHOLES…

BASED IN the Cotswolds is the dye studio of James Chandler, the creative talent behind the brand JAMESMAKESYARN. His unique variegated colourways always draw the crowds at yarn shows, and he has begun taking his first steps into the world of knitwear design, too. We chatted with James about his creative life. Can you tell us how you came to set up your brand, JAMESMAKESYARN? “I was taught to knit by my Granny during the school holidays, so I have always been very much interested in fibre crafts, and when I stumbled across TOFT and their amazing amigurumi animals, I became completely hooked on crochet too! “This then led me to take part in one of TOFT’s yarn dyeing classes, which spurred me on to turn a hobby into a…

GORGEOUS FAIR Isle motifs paired with glowing colours inspired by the Hebridean landscape make this scarf by Mary Henderson an accessory you’ll treasure for years to come. It’s knitted in the round, using a provisional cast-on that allows the ends to be grafted together easily, thus hiding the wrong side inside the scarf. SCARF Using a crochet hook and waste yarn, chain 112 sts. Using yarn A and 3.25mm needles pick up and knit 108 sts along the bumps on the back of the chain. Pm and join to work in the round, taking care not to twist sts. Knit 1 round with yarn A. BEGIN CHARTS *Next round: Work round 1 of Chart A. Chart is repeated 9 times across the round. Last round sets Chart placement. Cont to…

Abbreviations Needle sizes Hook sizes Yarn weights Essential techniques CROCHET PROVISIONAL CAST-ON A crochet provisional cast-on is a temporary way of casting on stitches that enables you to go back and work on these ‘live’ stitches later. By undoing or ‘unzipping’ your provisional cast-on, you’ll have a set of live stitches on which to work in the opposite direction, and the join where the two directions of fabric meet will be smooth and invisible. 1 Using a smooth yarn, crochet a chain at least 5 or 6 chains longer than the number of stitches you’ll need for your cast-on. 2 Place a stitch marker in the final stitch. Turn the crochet chain over – you’ll be picking up stitches into the little bumps on the bottom side of the chain.…

THE ARTS and Crafts movement of the 19th century has had a profound influence on British decorative design. One of its leading proponents, William Morris (1834-1896), has become synonymous with the movement through his work as a craftsman, designer, artist, printer, and social activist. Morris championed hand craftsmanship during an era when industrial mass production was at its peak, and the textile and wallpaper designs developed by Morris & Co are as popular today as they were in Victorian times. Many of us will be familiar with iconic Morris designs and motifs, such as ‘The Strawberry Thief’, ‘Acanthus’ and ‘Snakeshead’. The beautiful colour palettes and intricate patterns developed by Morris are instantly recognisable, and the William Morris Society was founded in 1955 to champion the life and works of this…