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SHOPPING
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31 This Month We’re Loving...
The Environment
Explore our exciting eco options
36 Your Secret Weapon
Uncover the joys of colour changing yarns
43 Cool in Cantaloupe
Freshen up your look with this stylish shade
69 Natural For Baby
Choose from our collection of pure
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Catch up with the latest news in the
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45 Step Up Your Skills
Find out how to take your knitting to the
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56 Stash-busting Secrets
Find endless inspiration with our handy tips
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61 6 Knitting Rules That Were
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Do something different with our
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62 What’s The Secret?
Learn how to create eyelets and
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70 Keep Calm & Cast On
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98 My Life In Patterns
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22 Stranded Jumper
24 Batwing Lace Top
26 Waterfall Cardigan
33 Artisan Shawl
38 Leaf Cushion
41 Towel Braids
48 Cabled Denim Bag
53 Jake The Sheep
59 Fringed Wall Hanging
63 Kids’ Cardigan with Bobbles
67 Baby Tunic and Trousers
71 Classic Cardigan
77 Teddy Bear’s Picnic
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Your crafting coffee breaks will never be the
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When you’re not drinking
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Holidays has announced an exciting new
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Delhi, Agra and Jaipur. There will be two
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Stylecraft yarn. Guests will also visit
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“It means so much to all
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Plan-ahead Hols!
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If you are searching for
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Crocheted Wreaths
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1 Here at Let’s Knit HQ
we’re loving this stylish
Rocket Sweater from
Bergère de France. An
excellent option from the MAG.
No31-Enfant collection, this
classic knit is not to be missed!
2 Another brilliant pick
is this Zipped Hooded
Cardigan. Designed with
knowledgeable knitters in mind,
it features a stunning jacquard
pattern and a practical pocket.
3 There are few things we
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In celebration of its gorgeous
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Our Star Letter winner,
Sheila, has won four
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Hi there, Let’s Knit!
The 4th Dunstable Scout group have
been fundraising to build a new scout
hut for a number of years and just when
they thought they had enough money
and planning permission was granted,
due to unforeseen circumstances, they
now need to raise another £50,000!
I thought I would use my knitting skills
to try and help out. Each small character
is different and contains a creme
egg - there are 50 in total. The larger
rabbit is for an Easter Guess The Name
competition.
Hopefully they
will help in
some small
way.
Sheila
Jackson
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Sheila. Well
done!
With Father’s Day coming up in June, you
might want to start thinking of some
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“ Easter decorations from 2018’s
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Lesley Bath
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makes. topcrochetpatterns.com
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Whatever your hobby, be
inspired with this great selection.
crafts-beautiful.com
3PAPERCRAFTER
There's more than
just stationery here.
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4SEW
Whip up garments galore
with these patterns and ideas.
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ideas with our What
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Days feature at
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fantastic selection of podcasts, radio
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more at bbc.co .uk/sounds
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Handmade
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WHAT TO DO Today!
Knitting
Group News
It’s such a joy to craft alongside fellow
fibre fans, and knitting groups are a
great way to do just that. Being stuck
indoors doesn't mean having to miss
out, as there are virtual groups online
that allow you to continue sharing
your works in progress. The UK Hand
Knitting Association's Facebook
page is an ideal place to
start your search.
Discover
DIGITAL
DON'T FORGET
There are two Bank Holidays
in May which means longer
weekends and more knitting
time! Remember, the May
Day Bank Holiday has been
moved to Friday 8th May to
commemorate VE Day.
SORT YOUR STASH
Staying at home provides a great
opportunity to sort through your
yarn stash and put it into some
semblance of order. People like
to organise in different ways so if
your first thought is colour, that’s
how you should categorise your
stash. Other people prefer to sort
by yarn weight or fibre. We’ve
got some brilliant stash-busting
project ideas over on page 56.
Great Idea

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If sewing up is your least favourite part
of knitting, then a) you’re not alone, and
b) we’ve got five fabulous patterns to
solve that problem in one fell swoop.
Working in the round automatically
eliminates side seams, and we’ve also
got one-piece knits that are created
from the top down. Try incorporating the
sleeves into the body, like in Anniken
Allis’s beautiful batwing design (p24), or
pick up and knit to join your elements
together. It’s time to get clever with
construction! Which will you make first?
Butterfly
Stitch Top
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CHOOSE FUSS-FREE FINISHING
WITH THESE GORGEOUS KNITS
GIVE
STRIPES
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WITH THIS
CLEVER
STITCH
PATTERN!
Top-Down
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THE STYLE
Edit
Delightful
denim
Love the
eyelet detail
Simple
colourwork
CLASSIC
CLASSIC
moss stitch
LOOK
FORWARD
TO SUMMER
WITH THIS
PRETTY KNIT
THIS
TEXTURED
COTTON
COVER-UP IS
MADE IN ONE
PIECE
GET CREATIVE
WITH YARN
CAKES
ITH
FOR
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Batwing
Lace Top
PAGE
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Stranded
Jumper
PAGE
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Waterfall
Cardigan

LET THE YARN DO THE COLOURWORK
IN JO ALLPORT’S STATEMENT KNIT
We think self-patterning yarns are brilliant. They allow you to add vibrant
colour effects to your projects with zero effort on your part. That means you can
focus on your shaping and in this case, get to grips with lace. For the body of the
cardigan you’ll be able to work on your eyelet pattern without worrying about
shaping, but for the sleeves you’ll be decreasing as you go. Have a read through
the pattern before you begin so you know what to expect.
Top Down
LACE CARDIGAN
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MEASUREMENTS & SIZES
Dress size (approx): 8 (10, 12, 14,
16, 18, 20, 22, 24, 26)
To fit chest (cm): 81 (86, 91, 97,
102, 107, 112, 117, 122, 127)
Actual chest (cm): 91 (95, 100,
105, 112, 118, 123, 128, 133, 139)
Actual length to shoulder
(approx, cm): 55 (56, 57, 58, 59,
60, 61, 61, 62, 62)
Sleeve length (cm): 43 (46, 46,
46, 46, 47, 47, 48, 48, 48)
KNIT KIT
Yarn: Stylecraft Regatta, shade
1741 Harbour, 4 (5, 5, 5, 6, 6, 6,
7, 7, 7) 100g balls
Needles: 3.25mm, 4mm, both
circular and double-pointed
Stitch markers: four
Stitch holders and waste yarn
Buttons: 9 (9, 9, 9, 9, 9, 10, 10,
10, 10)
Tapestry needle
TENSION SQUARE
n21stsx30rows
n 10cm x 10cm
n Lace pattern
n 4mm needles
FOR ABBREVIATIONS SEE PAGE 97
ABOUT THE YARN
Stylecraft Regatta is a DK yarn
comprising 74% cotton, 18%
polyamide and 8% polyester
elastane. There are six shades
and projects can be machine
washed. It costs £4.59 per 100g
(260m) ball from 01924 565740
woolnstuff.co.uk
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WS: purl
RS: ssk
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RS: k2tog
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RS: sl 1, k2tog, psso
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LACE PATTERN (IN THE ROUND) CHART
LACE PATTERN -
WORKED FLAT
NOTE: Worked over a
multiple of 10 sts plus 11, and
20 rows
£Row1(RS):ktoend
£Row2andfollWSrows:p
to end
£ Row 3: k5, * k5, yfwd, ssk,
k3, rep from * to last six sts, k6
£ Row 5: k1, yfwd, ssk, k2,
* k3, k2tog, yfwd, k1, yfwd, ssk,
k2, rep from * to last six sts, k3,
k2tog, yfwd, k1
£ Row 7: k2, yfwd, ssk, k1,
* k2, k2tog, yfwd, k3, yfwd,
ssk, k1, rep from * to last six
sts, k2, k2tog, yfwd, k2
£ Row 9: k3, yfwd, ssk, * k1,
k2tog, yfwd, k5, yfwd, ssk, rep
from * to last six sts, k1, k2tog,
yfwd, k3
£Row11:k4,yfwd, * sl1,
k2tog, psso, yfwd, k7, yfwd,
rep from * to last seven sts,
sl 1, k2tog, psso, yfwd, k4
£ Row 13: k5, * k5, yfwd, ssk, k3,
rep from * to last six sts, k6
£ Row 14: p1, yrn, p2tog, p3,
* p2, p2tog tbl, yrn, p1, yrn,
p2tog, p3, rep from * to last five
sts, p2, p2tog tbl, yrn, p1
£Row15:asRow7
£ Row 16: p3, yrn, p2tog, p1,
* p2tog tbl, yrn, p5, yrn, p2tog,
p1, rep from * to last five sts,
p2tog tbl, yrn, p3
£Row17:asRow11
£Row18:ptoend
£Row19:ktoend
£Row20:ptoend
LACE PATTERN - IN THE
ROUND
NOTE: Worked over a multiple
of 10 sts plus 11, and 20 rnds
£Rnds1-2:ktoend
£ Rnd 3: k5, * k5, yfwd, ssk, k3,
rep from * to last six sts, k6
£ Rnd 4 and four foll alt rnds: k
to end
£ Rnd 5: k1, yfwd, ssk, k2,
* k3, k2tog, yfwd, k1, yfwd, ssk,
k2, rep from * to last six sts, k3,
k2tog, yfwd, k1
£ Rnd 7: k2, yfwd, ssk, k1,
* k2, k2tog, yfwd, k3, yfwd, ssk,
k1, rep from * to last six sts, k2,
k2tog, yfwd, k2
£ Rnd 9: k3, yfwd, ssk, * k1,
k2tog, yfwd, k5, yfwd, ssk, rep
from * to last six sts, k1, k2tog,
yfwd, k3
£ Rnd 11: k4, yfwd, * sl 1, k2tog,
psso, yfwd, k7, yfwd, rep from
* to last seven sts, sl 1, k2tog,
psso, yfwd, k4
£ Rnd 13: k5, * k5, yfwd, ssk,
k3, rep from * to last six sts, k6
£Rnd14:asRnd5
£Rnd15:asRnd7
£Rnd16:asRnd9
£Rnd17:asRnd11
£ Rnds 18-20: k to end
CORNER
Construction
This cardi is knitted flat on circular
needles, starting at the neckline
and working from the top down.
This means you will be increasing
for your raglan sleeves. Once you
have divided for the body, continue
to work the left and right fronts
together with the back in rows. The
sleeves are also worked from the
top down but in the round using
double-pointed needles or a short
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Using 3.25mm circular needles,
cast on 131 (133, 135, 139, 145, 151,
155, 161, 165, 173) sts
Do not join in the rnd
£Ribrow1(RS):k1, * p1,k1,rep
from * to end
£Ribrow2:*p1,k1,repfrom*to
last st, p1
These two rows set Single rib
£ Cont in rib until work meas
2cm, ending after a WS row
Change to 4mm circular needles
and work as folls:
£ Row 1 (RS): k21 (21, 22, 23, 24,
26, 27, 28, 29, 31) for Right Front,
pm, k21 for Right Sleeve, pm, k47
(49, 49, 51, 55, 57, 59, 63, 65, 69)
for Back, pm, k21 for Left Sleeve,
pm, k21 (21, 22, 23, 24, 26, 27, 28,
29, 31) for Left Front
£ Row 2: p to end slipping
all markers
£Row3(inc):*ktoonestbefore
marker, yfwd, k1, sm, k1, yfwd,
rep from * to one st before last
marker, yfwd, k1, sm, k1, yfwd,
k to end. 139 (141, 143, 147, 153,
159, 163, 169, 173, 181) sts
£ Row 4: p to end slipping
all markers
£ Rep Rows 3-4 until there are
267 (293, 295, 323, 337, 367,
379, 393, 405, 421) sts, ending
after a WS row
£Nextrow(RS):*ktoonest
before marker, m1, k1, sm, k1, m1,
rep from * to one st before last
marker, m1, k1, sm, k1, m1, k to
end. 275 (301, 303, 331, 345, 375,
387, 401, 413, 429) sts
£ Work three rows in st st
£Replastfourrows3(2,3,2,2,
1, 1, 1, 1, 1) times more. 299 (317,
327, 347, 361, 383, 395, 409,
421, 437) sts
£Nextrow(RS):*ktoonest
before marker, m1, k1, sm, k1, m1,
rep from * to one st before last
marker, m1, k1, sm, k1, m1, k to
end. 307 (325, 335, 355, 369,
391, 403, 417, 429, 445) sts
£Nextrow:ptoend
NOTE: there are now 43 (45, 47,
50, 52, 56, 58, 60, 62, 65) sts
each for Left and Right Fronts,
91 (97, 99, 105, 111, 117, 121, 127,
131, 137) sts for Back, and 65
(69, 71, 75, 77, 81, 83, 85, 87,
89) sts for each Sleeve
Divide for body
£ Next row (RS): k43 (45, 47, 50,
52, 56, 58, 60, 62, 65), turn, cast
on8(8,10,10,12,12,14,14,16,
16) sts, sl next 65 (69, 71, 75, 77,
81, 83, 85, 87, 89) sts onto waste
yarn for Sleeve, k 91 (97, 99, 105,
111, 117, 121, 127, 131, 137) sts for
Back, turn, cast on 8 (8, 10, 10,
12, 12, 14, 14, 16, 16) sts, sl next 65
(69, 71, 75, 77, 81, 83, 85, 87, 89)
sts onto waste yarn for Sleeve,
k43 (45, 47, 50, 52, 56, 58, 60,
62, 65). 193 (203, 213, 225, 239,
253, 265, 275, 287, 299) sts
£ Beg with a WS row, work nine
rows in st st
£ Next row (RS, dec): k12 (11, 11,
13, 15, 10, 11, 16, 13, 12), * k2tog,
k22 (18, 19, 20, 21, 19, 20, 20, 18,
19), rep from * to last 13 (12, 13, 14,
17, 12, 12, 17, 14, 14) sts, k2tog, k to
end. 185 (193, 203, 215, 229, 241,
253, 263, 273, 285) sts
£Nextrow:ptoend
Commence Lace Pattern as folls:
£Row1(RS):k2(1,1,2,4,0,1,1,
1, 2), work Row 1 of Lace Pattern
across 181 (191, 201, 211, 221, 241,
251, 261, 271, 281) sts, k2 (1, 1, 2,
4,0,1,1,1,2)
£Row2:p2(1,1,2,4,0,1,1,1,
2), work Row 2 of Lace Pattern
across 181 (191, 201, 211, 221, 241,
251, 261, 271, 281) sts, p2 (1, 1, 2,
4,0,1,1,1,2)
These two rows set position of
Lace Pattern and 2 (1, 1, 2, 4, 0, 1,
1, 1, 2) sts at each edge worked
instst
£ Cont in Lace Pattern until
body meas 30cm from underarm
cast-on, ending after a Row
2,12,18or20
Change to 3.25mm needles
£BegwithaRSrow,workin
Single rib for 4cm, ending
after a WS row
£Castoffinrib
SLEEVES (alike)
With RS facing, transfer 65 (69,
71, 75, 77, 81, 83, 85, 87, 89)
Sleeve sts onto 4mm dpns
£Nextrnd:caston4(4,5,5,6,
6,7,7,8,8)sts,k65(69,71,75,
77, 81, 83, 85, 87, 89) sts, turn and
caston4(4,5,5,6,6,7,7,8,8)
sts, turn, join in the rnd, pm for
beg of rnd. 73 (77, 81, 85, 89, 93,
97, 99, 103, 105) sts
£Ksixrnds
£ Next rnd (dec): k1, ssk, k to last
three sts, k2tog, k1. 71 (75, 79, 83,
87, 91, 95, 97, 101, 103) sts
£ K three rnds
£ Next rnd (dec): k17 (18, 19, 10, 11,
11, 12, 11, 12, 13), * k2tog, k33 (34,
36, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 23), rep
from * to last 19 (21, 22, 13, 13,
14, 14, 14, 14, 15) sts, k2tog, k to
end. 69 (73, 77, 79, 83, 87, 91,
93, 97, 99) sts
£Nextrnd:ktoend
Commence Lace Pattern as folls:
£Rnd1:k4(1,3,4,1,3,0,1,3,4),
work Rnd 1 of Lace Pattern across
61 (71, 71, 71, 81, 81, 91, 91, 91, 91)
sts,k4(1,3,4,1,3,0,1,3,4)
This rnd sets position of Lace
Patternand4(1,3,4,1,3,0,1,3,
4)stsateachedgeinstst
£ Patt one rnd
£ Next rnd: k1, ssk, patt to last
three sts, k2tog, k1
£Continpattdecasseton
every foll 8th (9th, 8th, 7th, 7th,
6th, 6th, 6th, 5th, 5th) row until
51 (51, 53, 53, 55, 55, 57, 57,
59, 59) sts rem
£ Cont in patt without shaping
until Sleeve meas 40 (43, 43, 43,
43, 44, 44, 45, 45, 45) cm, ending
after a WS row
“Some knitters find their
tension when working in the round
is different than when knitting
flat. Be aware of this when you come
to knit the sleeves”
LK Deputy Editor, Adrienne Chandler
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£ Next rnd: k2tog, k to end.
50 (50, 52, 52, 54, 54, 56, 56,
58, 58) sts
Change to 3.25mm dpns
£ Next rnd: * k1, p1, rep from
*toend
£ Rep last rnd until Sleeve meas
43 (46, 46, 46, 46, 47, 47, 48,
48, 48) cm
£Castoffinrib
BUTTON BAND
£ Using 3.25mm circular needle
and with RS facing, pick up and
k 113 (115, 117, 117, 119, 121, 123,
123, 125, 125) sts evenly along
Left front edge
£BegwithaWSrow,workin
Single rib as given for Neckband
until Buttonband meas 3cm,
ending after a RS row
£Castoffinrib
BUTTONHOLE BAND
£ Using 3.25mm circular needle
and with RS facing, pick up and
k 113 (115, 117, 117, 119, 121, 123, 123,
125, 125) sts evenly along Right
front edge
£BegwithaWSrow,workin
Single rib as given for Neckband
until Buttonhole band meas
1.5cm, ending after a WS row
£ Buttonhole row (RS): rib 4 (6, 8,
8, 10, 12, 1, 1, 3, 3) sts, yfwd, k2tog,
* rib 11 sts, k2tog, yo, rep from * to
last three sts, rib to end
£ Cont in rib as set until
Buttonhole band meas 3cm,
ending after a RS row
£Castoffinrib
TO MAKE UP
Sew underarm seam. Attach
buttons to correspond with
buttonholes. Weave in ends.
See ball band for further
care instructions LK
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ADVICE
“Make sure
each decrease
within the
lace pattern
is matched
by an increase. If
there are insufficient
stitches to work the
increase and decrease,
work these stitches
in stocking stitch.”
LK DESIGNER,
Jo Allport
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SAY BYE-BYE TO SHAPING WITH
TINA BARRETT’S SUMMER TOP
This glorious garment may have colourwork and it may have texture
but it is actually one of the easiest designs you’ll see this season!
The fuss-free rectangular shape means you can put all your attention
into mastering the butterfly stitch effect. It’s also mostly worked in the round
so the only seams you have to sew up are the shoulders. We love it!
Butterfly
Stitch VEST
MEASUREMENTS & SIZES
Dress size (approx): 8-10 (12-14,
16-18, 20, 22-24)
To fit chest (cm): 81-86 (91-97,
102-107, 112, 117-122)
Actual chest (cm):
91 (100, 109, 118, 127)
Length from shoulder:
47 (47, 49.5, 49.5, 52)
KNIT KIT
Yarn: Cascade Yarns Ultra
Pima, shades (A) 3832 Teal,
(B) 3718 Cream, (C) 3750 Orange,
(D) 3731 Light Blue, two 100g
skeins of each
Needles: 4mm straight, 4mm
circular
Waste yarn
Stitch marker
Tapestry needle
NOTE: only a small amount of
second skein of each colour
may be required
TENSION SQUARE
n22stsx39rnds
n 10cm x 10cm
n Body Butterfly Stitch
n 4mm needles
n22stsx37rows
n 10cm x 10cm
n Yoke Butterfly Stitch
n 4mm needles
SPECIAL ABBREVIATIONS
k1 uls: insert right needle under
loose strands then k tog with
next st
FOR ABBREVIATIONS SEE PAGE 97
ABOUT THE YARN
Cascade Yarns Ultra Pima is a
machine washable DK cotton
yarn that has been mercerised to
give it strength and shine. The
tightly spun finish gives
wonderful stitch definition and
there are over 100 shades to
choose from. It costs £5.49 per
100g (200m) skein from
0800 505 3300,
woolwarehouse.co.uk
10% OFF AT WOOL WAREHOUSE
USE THE CODE LK157
NEED AN ALTERNATIVE?
Drops Muskat is a machine
washable pure cotton yarn that
comes in a rainbow of shades. It
costs £1.50 per 50g (100m) ball
from purplesheepyarns.co .uk
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Using 4mm circular needles and
yarn A, cast on 200 (220, 240,
260, 280) sts, join in the rnd
taking care not to twist sts,
pm for beg of rnd
£Ponernd
£Konernd
£ Rep last two rnds
Commence Body Butterfly
Stitch as folls:
£Rnd1:*sl5wyif,yb,k5,rep
from * to end
£Rnd2:ktoend
£ Rnds 3-6: rep Rnds 1-2 twice
£Rnd7:asRnd1
Change to yarn B
£Rnd8:k2, * k1uls,k9,repfrom
* to last eight sts, k1 uls, k7
£Rnd9:*k5,sl5wyif,yb,rep
from * to end
£Rnd10:ktoend
£ Rnds 11-14: rep Rnds 9-10 twice
£Rnd15:asRnd9
Change to yarn C
£Rnd16:k7,k1uls, * k9,k1uls,
rep from * to last two sts, k2
Rnds 1-16 set Body patt. Cont as
set changing colours on Rnds 8
and 16 in foll stripe sequence:
yarn D, yarn A, yarn B, yarn C
£ Cont in patt until work meas
approx 27cm, ending after a
Rnd7inyarnA
Divide for armholes
Place first 100 (110, 120, 130, 140)
sts on 4mm straight needle and
leave rem sts on waste yarn
£ Next row: using yarn B, k2,
* k1uls,k9,repfrom*tolast
eight sts, k1 uls, k7
Cont in Yoke Butterfly Stitch
as folls:
£Row1(WS):ptoend
£Row2:*k5,sl5wyif,yb,
rep from * to end
£Row3:ptoend
£ Rows 4-9: rep Rows 2-3 three
times
Change to yarn C
£Row10:k7,k1uls, * k9,k1uls,
rep from * to last two sts, k2
£Row11:ptoend
£Row12:*sl5wyif,yb,k5,
rep from * to end
£ Rows 13-19: rep Rows 11-12
three times, then Row 11 again
Change to yarn D
£Row20:k2, * k1uls,k9,rep
from * to last eight sts, k1 uls, k7
Rows 1-20 set Yoke patt
£ Cont in Yoke patt changing
colours on Rows 10 and 20 in
Start
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Stitch this skirt!
Find the pattern
in the April
2020 issue of
Sew magazine.
Buy it at
giftstoyou.com
8-24!
8-24!
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To get the best effect for the
Butterfly stitch pattern, slip the
stitches purlwise. Your strands
should be nice and even – too
tight and your fabric will pucker,
but too loose and your pattern will
be uneven. Spread the slipped
stitches out on your right needle
before taking the yarn to the back
to maintain an even tension.
Slipping
stripe sequence as set until work
meas approx 46 (46, 48.5, 48.5,
51) cm, ending after a Row 9 (9,
19, 19, 9)
Change to yarn A
£ Next row: as Row 10 (10,
20, 20, 10)
£Nextrow:ptoend
£ K four rows
£ Cast off loosely kwise
£ Return rem sts to needle
and complete as first side
TO MAKE UP
Weave in loose yarn ends and
steam top into shape with an
iron. Join shoulder seams leaving
central neck opening 28cm wide
ARMHOLE EDGINGS
£ Using 4mm circular needle
and yarn A, pick up and k 108
(108, 122, 122, 136) sts around
armhole edge. Join in the rnd
taking care not to twist sts. Pm for
beg of rnd
£Ponernd
£Konernd
£Ponernd
£ Cast off loosely pwise
Weave in ends LK

This wow garment from Bernat is actually a lot simpler than it looks. What’s the secret?
Self-striping yarn! It adds a whole new dimension to classic two-colour stranded
colourwork. The knitted colour changes happen at frequent intervals too so you don’t
need to worry about catching your floats while you knit. The yoke is shaped using short
rows. You can read more about them in our information panel below.
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Stranded
JUMPER
USE YARN CAKES TO GREAT EFFECT
WITH THIS STATEMENT SWEATER
“If you need to wind off a
section of yarn to get to your
preferred neckband shade, make
sure you keep the spare yarn
in case you need it later”
LK Deputy Editor, Adrienne Chandler
MEASUREMENTS & SIZES
Size: XS-S (M, L, XL, 2-3XL,
4-5XL)
To fit chest (cm): 71-86.5
(91.5-96 .5, 101.5-106.5, 112-117,
122-137, 142-157.5)
Actual chest (cm): 106.5 (117,
129.5, 139.5, 165, 175.5)
Length (cm): 61 (61, 63.5, 66,
71, 74)
KNIT KIT
Yarn: Bernat® POP!TM, shades (A)
84001 Scarlet Sizzle, (B) 84006
Gold River Rush, 2 (3, 3, 4, 4, 5)
140g balls of each
Needles: 5mm (40cm) circular,
5.5mm (80cm) circular, 5mm and
5.5mm, both double-pointed,
sets of four
Stitch markers
Tapestry needle
TENSION SQUARE
n16stsx20rows
n 10cm x 10cm
n Stocking stitch
n 5.5mm needles
FOR ABBREVIATIONS SEE PAGE 97
ABOUT THE YARN
Bernat® POP!TM is an aran-weight
acrylic yarn cake that produces
wonderful self-striping effects.
Projects can be machine washed
and even tumble-dried. It costs
£5.99 per 140g (256m) ball from,
woolwarehouse.co .uk
10% OFF AT WOOL WAREHOUSE
USE THE CODE LK157
BODY
NOTE: worked from top down.
Choose specific shade from
yarn A for neckband
Using 5mm circular needle and
yarn A, cast on 64 (68, 72, 76, 80,
84) sts, join in the rnd taking care
not to twist sts, pm for beg of rnd
£ Rib rnd (RS): * k2, p2, rep from
*toend
£ Rep last rnd five times more,
pm on last rnd
Change to 5.5mm circular
needle and commence short-row
shaping as folls:
NOTE: when working back
over a wrapped st, work
wrap tog with st (see p97)
£ Row 1 (RS): k8 (10, 12, 14, 18,
22), w&t
£ Row 2: p8 (10, 12, 14, 18, 22),
sm, p8 (10, 12, 14, 18, 22), w&t
£ Row 3: k8 (10, 12, 14, 18, 22),
sm, k12 (14, 16, 18, 22, 26), w&t
£ Row 4: p12 (14, 16, 18, 22, 26),
sm, p12 (14, 16, 18, 22, 26), w&t
£ Row 5: k12 (14, 16, 18, 22, 26),
sm, k16 (18, 20, 22, 26, 30), w&t
£ Row 6: p16 (18, 20, 22, 22, 30),
sm, p16 (18, 20, 22, 22, 30), w&t
£ Row 7: k16 (18, 20, 22, 26, 30),
sm, k20 (22, 24, 26, 30, 34), w&t
£ Row 8: p20 (22, 24, 26, 30,
34), sm, p20 (22, 24, 26, 30, 34),
w&t
£ Row 9: k20 (22, 24, 26, 30, 34).
64 (68, 72, 76, 80, 84) sts
£ K one rnd, working wraps tog
with sts
£ Next rnd (inc): * k1, m1, rep from
* to end. 128 (136, 144, 152, 160,
168) sts
Commence colourwork as folls:
NOTE: letter foll instruction
indicates yarn shade
£Rnds1-4:*k2A,k2B,repfrom
*toend
£Rnds5-8:*k2B,k2A,rep
from * to end
Rnds 1-8 set patt
£ Next rnd (inc): * k2 A, [m1, k1]
B, [k1, m1] A, k2 B, [m1, k1] A, [k1,
m1] B, rep from * to end. 192 (204,
216, 228, 240, 252) sts
£Nextthreernds:*k2A,k2B,
rep from * to end
£Nextfourrnds:*k2B,k2A,
rep from * to end
£ Next rnd (inc): * k2 A, [k1, m1] B,
rep from * to end. 256 (272, 288,
304, 320, 336) sts
£Nextthreernds:*k2A,k2B,
rep from * to end
£Nextfourrnds:*k2B,k2A,
rep from * to end
Second and third
sizes only
£ Next rnd (inc): keeping patt
correct and beg with yarn A, * k-
(17, 8, -,
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* to end. - (288, 324, -,
-,
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Fourth and sixth sizes only
£ Next rnd (inc): keeping patt
correct and beg with yarn A, k- ( -,
-, 7, -, 11),m1,[k-(-,
-,8,-,7),m1,
k- (-,
-, 9, -, 8),m1]-(-,
-, 17, -, 21)
times, k- ( -,
-,8,-,10),m1. - (-,
-,
340, -, 380) sts
Fifth size only
£ Next rnd (inc): keeping patt
correct and beg with yarn A,
k6, m1, * k4, m1, [k5, m1] twice,
rep from * to last six sts, k6, m1.
388 sts
Second, third, fourth,
fifth and sixth sizes only
£Nextthreernds:*k2A,k2B,
rep from * to end
£Nextfourrnds:*k2B,k2A,
rep from * to end
Sixth size only
£ Next rnd (inc): keeping patt
correct and beg with yarn A,
* k9,m1,k10,m1,repfrom*to
end. 420 sts
Start knitting here...
ROWS
Short
Short row shaping is great for
adding subtle curves to your work,
and is a good choice for shaping the
yoke on a top-down garment. When
worked properly, it can almost be
invisible on your finished project.
To do it, turn your knitting part way
through the row and carry on back
along the stitches you have just
worked. This means some sections
will have more rows than others and
that’s what gives the curve. Find
instructions on how to wrap your
stitches and work a wrap together
with a stitch on page 97.

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THE STYLE
Edit
Fun with
YARN
YARN
CAKES
CAKES
All sizes
£ Keeping patt correct and beg
with yarn A, cont in patt until work
meas 25.5 (25.5, 28, 28, 30.5,
30.5) cm from marked rnd ending
after a patt Rnd 8
Divide Body and Sleeves
£ Next rnd: patt 40 (44, 48, 52,
62, 66), sl next 48 (56, 66, 66, 70,
78) sts onto waste yarn for Right
Sleeve, cast on 4 (4, 6, 6, 6, 6) sts
in patt for underarm, patt 80 (88,
96, 104, 124, 132) sts, sl next 48
(56, 66, 66, 70, 78) sts onto waste
yarn for Left Sleeve, cast on 4 (4,
6, 6, 6, 6) sts in patt for underarm,
patt to end of rnd. 168 (184, 204,
220, 260, 276) sts for Body
£ Cont in patt until Body meas
30.5 (30.5, 30.5, 33, 35.5, 38) cm
from divide
Change to 5mm circular needle
and preferred shade for rib
£ Next rnd: * k2, p2, rep from
*toend
£ Rep last rnd for 5cm
£ Cast off loosely in rib
SLEEVES
£Sl48(56,66,66,70,78)sts
from waste yarn onto 5.5mm
dpns,pickupandk2(2,3,3,3,
3) sts along armhole divide, pm
forbegofrnd,pickupandk2(2,
3, 3, 3, 3) sts along rem edge of
armhole divide. 52 (60, 72, 72,
76, 84) sts
£ Cont in patt until work meas
11.5 (10, 10, 7.5, 2.5, 2.5) cm from
Sleeve divide
£ Next rnd: ssk, patt to two sts
before marker, k2tog. 50 (58, 70,
70, 74, 82) sts
£Work8(6,3,4,4,4)rnds
without shaping
£ Keeping patt correct, rep last 9
(7,4,5,5,5)rnds5(7,13,11,13,13)
times more. 40 (44, 44, 48,
48, 56) sts
Change to 5mm dpns and
preferred shade for rib
£ Next rnd: * k2, p2, rep from
*toend
£ Rep last rnd for 5cm
£CastoffinribLK
Bring a smile
with cheery
shades

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A super-comfy shape and simple eyelet detail make this a winner for your
new season collection. The loose fit is easy-to-wear and flattering too.
We’ve chosen a cotton yarn which, as you can see, takes dye so well that you
can get some really vibrant shades. It’s an affordable choice too at under £2
per ball so why not make multiple versions in different colourways!
BODY
Using 3.25mm long circular
needle, cast on 212 (236, 256,
292) sts, join in the rnd being
careful not to twist sts, pm for
beg of rnd and after 106 (118, 128,
146) sts for side
£Rnd1:[k2,p2]toend
This rnd sets rib
£ Rep last rnd until work
meas 3cm
£ Work in st st until Body meas
28 (28, 27.5, 27.5) cm
Shape sleeves
£Nextrnd:[k1,m1,ktoonest
before marker, m1, k1] to end
£ Rep last rnd 9 (20, 18, 10) times
more. 252 (320, 332, 336) sts
£ Cont to inc as set on every alt
rnd 20 (8, 10, 14) times. 332 (352,
372, 392 ) sts
Divide for front and back
Leave 166 (176, 186, 196) sts for
Front on holder and work on sts
for Back only as folls:
£ Next row (RS): k to end. 166
(176, 186, 196) sts
£ Next row (WS): p to end
£ Rep last two rows until work
meas 5 (6, 6, 7) cm from divide,
ending after a WS row
£ Work Rows 1-8 of Chart 2 (2,
3, 3) times working 10-st rep 16
(17, 18, 19) times across row with
edge sts as shown
£ Cont in st st until Back meas
55 (57, 58.5, 60.5) cm from
cast-on edge, ending after a
WS row
Shape right back neck
£ Next row (RS): k59 (63, 67, 71),
k2tog, k1, turn. 61 (65, 69, 73) sts
Leave rem sts on holder
£ Next row (WS): p1, p2tog, p to
end. 60 (64, 68, 72) sts
Leave rem sts on holder
Shape left back neck
Leave next 42 (44, 46, 48) sts on
holder for Back neck and with RS
facing, rejoin yarn to rem 62 (66,
70, 74) sts
£ Next row (RS): k1, ssk, k to
end. 61 (65, 69, 73) sts
£ Next row (WS): p to last three
sts, p2tog tbl, p1. 60 (64, 68,
72) sts
Leave rem sts on holder
FRONT
With RS facing, rejoin yarn to rem
166 (176, 186, 196) sts
£ Next row (RS): k to end
£ Next row (WS): p to end
£ Rep last two rows until work
meas 5 (6, 6, 7) cm from divide,
ending after a WS row
£ Work Rows 1-8 of Chart 2 (2,
3, 3) times working 10-st rep 16
(17, 18, 19) times across row with
edge sts as shown
£ Cont in st st until Front has
two rows fewer than Back to beg
of neck shaping, ending after
aWSrow
Shape left front neck
£ Next row (RS): k61 (65, 69, 73),
k2tog, k1, turn. 63 (67, 71, 75) sts
Leave rem sts on holder
Batwing LACE TOP
Start
knitting
here...
BE BRIGHT AND BEAUTIFUL IN
THIS LACY STUNNER FROM ANNIKEN ALLIS
MEASUREMENTS & SIZES
Dress size (approx): 6-8 (10-12,
14-16, 18-20)
To fit hips (cm): 89 (100, 110, 126)
Actual hips (cm): 101 (112.5,
122, 139)
Length (cm): 57 (59, 60.5, 62.5)
Cuff to cuff width (cm): 85 (90,
94.5, 99.5)
KNIT KIT
Yarn: Scheepjes Catona 4ply,
shade 410 Rich Coral,
8 (9, 9, 10) 50g balls
Needles: 3.25mm (40cm and
80cm) circular, 3.25mm
double-pointed
Stitch markers
Stitch holder
Tapestry needle
TENSION SQUARE
n21stsx32rows
n 10cm x 10cm
n Stocking stitch
n 3.25mm needles
SPECIAL ABBREVIATIONS
sssk: one at a time, slip next
three sts kwise, return sts to
left needle and k these
three sts together tbl
FOR ABBREVIATIONS SEE PAGE 97
ABOUT THE YARN
Scheepjes Catona 4ply is a
100% mercerised machine-
washable cotton giving projects
excellent stitch definition, a
pretty sheen and an elegant
drape. Choose from 100 colour
options. It also comes in 25g
balls so check before you buy. It
costs £1.99 per 50g (125m) ball
from 0845 519 4573,
deramores.com
15% OFF AT DERAMORES
WHEN YOU SPEND OVER £20.
USE THE CODE GREENAPPLE
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yarn you need are
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WRITTEN CHART
INSTRUCTIONS
NOTE: patt rep is shown in
square brackets
£ Row 1 (RS): k3, [yfwd, k2,
k3tog, (yfwd) twice, sssk, k2,
yfwd] to last three sts, k3
£ Row 2 (WS): p3, [(p1 tbl,
p4) twice] to last three
sts, p3
£ Row 3: k3, [k1 tbl, yfwd,
k2, ssk, k2tog, k2, yfwd, k1]
to last three sts, k3
£Row4:ptoend
£ Row 5: k3, [k1, k1 tbl,
yfwd, k1, ssk, k2tog, k1,
yfwd, k1 tbl, k1] to last
three sts, k3
£Row6:ptoend
£ Row 7: k3, [k2, k1 tbl,
yfwd, ssk, k2tog, yfwd, k1
tbl,
k2] to last three sts, k3
£Row8:ptoend
These eight rows set patt
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KEY
RS: knit
WS: purl
RS: k3tog
RS: sssk
RS: k2tog
RS: ssk
RS: k1 tbl
WS: p1 tbl
Pattern
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£ Next row (WS): p1, p2tog, p to
end. 62 (66, 70, 74) sts
£ Next row: k to last three sts,
k2tog, k1. 61 (65, 69, 73) sts
£ Next row: p1, p2tog, p to end.
60 (64, 68, 72) sts
Leave rem sts on holder
Shape right front neck
Leave next 38 (40, 42, 44) sts on
holder for Front neck and with RS
facing, rejoin yarn to rem 64 (68,
72, 76) sts
£ Next row (RS): k1, ssk, k to end.
63 (67, 71, 75) sts
£ Next row (WS): p to last three sts,
p2tog tbl, p1. 62 (66, 70, 74) sts
£ Next row: k1, ssk, k to end. 61 (65,
69, 73) sts
£ Next row: p to last three sts,
p2tog tbl, p1. 60 (64, 68, 72) sts
Leave rem sts on holder
SLEEVE EDGING
Join top of Sleeves/shoulders using
a three-needle cast off on the WS
£ Using 3.25mm dpns, with RS
facing and beg at underarm, pick
up and k 68 (72, 76, 80) sts around
Sleeve, join in the rnd, pm for beg
of rnd
£ Rnds 1-10: k1, [p2, k2] to last three
sts, p2, k1
£ Cast off in patt
NECK EDGING
£ Using 3.25mm short circular
needle, with RS facing and beg at
left shoulder, pick up and k eight sts
to Front neck, k 38 (40 42, 44) sts
from Front neck holder, pick up and
k eight sts to right shoulder, two sts
to Back neck, k 42 (44, 46, 48) sts
from Back neck holder, pick up and
k two sts to left shoulder, join in the
rnd, pm for beg of rnd. 100 (104,
108, 112) sts
£ Rnds 1-5: [k2, p2] to end
£ Cast off in patt
TO MAKE UP
Weave in all loose ends.
Block sweater to measurements
by spraying it with water on both
sides. Stretch to size and shape.
Pin in place and leave to dry LK
THE STYLE
Edit
UNDER
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Hold the two sets of stitches parallel, right sides facing. Insert
a third needle into the first stitch on the front and back needle,
knit them together and slip them off the needles. Do the same
in the second stitch on each needle. Lift the first stitch on the
right needle over the second stitch and off the needle to cast
off. Continue until all your stitches are cast off.
CAST OFF
Three-needle
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MEASUREMENTS & SIZES
Dress size (approx):
6-8 (10-12, 14, 16, 18, 20)
To fit chest (cm):
76-81 (86-91, 96, 102, 106, 112)
Actual chest (cm):
90 (95, 100, 108, 115, 120)
Length (cm):
41 (41.5, 43, 47, 50, 50)
Underarm (cm):
23 (23, 24, 24, 25, 25)
KNIT KIT
Yarn: Drops Paris Recycled
Denim, shade 102 Spray Blue,
11 (12, 13, 14, 16, 18) 50g balls
Needles: 5mm (30cm and
120cm) circular, 4.5mm (120cm)
circular
Stitch holders
Stitch markers
Tapestry needle
TENSION SQUARE
n16.5stsx27rows
n 10cm x 10cm
n Moss stitch
n 5mm needles
(after wash-finishing)
FOR ABBREVIATIONS SEE PAGE 97
ABOUT THE YARN
Drops Paris Recycled Denim is
spun from thin strands of 100%
recycled cotton. This eco-friendly
fibre is incredibly soft and is
available in a selection of subtle
blue shades. Offering high
absorbency and suited to a wide
range of projects, it costs 85p
per 50g (75m) ball from
lindehobby.co.uk
NEED AN ALTERNATIVE
Rico Creative Cotton Aran is
available in handy 50g balls.
100% cotton and suitable for
machine washing on a gentle
setting, this fibre comes in a wide
range of shades and costs £2
per 50g (85m) ball from 0330
026 1400, hobbycraft.co.uk
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ADVICE
“This yarn becomes tighter and evens out
after washing so please make a moss stitch
test swatch and wash-finish to test your
tension. If you are substituting your yarn
for one that doesn't respond in the same
way, consider changing needle size or
knitting a different size.”
LK DESIGNER,
Jacinta Bowie

For many knitters sewing up is the least enjoyable part of
completing a project. Luckily, not all designs have this as
a requirement. Knitted in one piece, this gorgeous denim
garment is an excellent choice for crafters who are searching
for a simple yet effective design. You should also consider
taking on this project if you are a fan of moss stitch and
would like to enhance your shaping skills.
Waterfall
CARDIGAN
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NOTE: made in one piece
Using 4.5mm circular needle,
cast on 140 (150, 160, 160, 164,
174) sts. Do NOT join in the rnd
£Ksixrows
Change to 5mm (120cm)
circular needle
£ Row 1: k4, pm, [p1, k1] 19 (20,
21, 21, 22, 23) times, pm, k4, pm,
[p1, k1] 4 (5, 6, 6, 6, 7) times, pm,
k4, pm, [p1, k1] 12 (13, 14, 14, 14, 15)
times, pm, k4, pm, [p1, k1] 4 (5, 6, 6,
6, 7) times, pm, k4, pm, [p1, k1] 19
(20, 21, 21, 22, 23) times, pm, k4
£ Row 2: k4, sm, [k1, p1] 19 (20,
21, 21, 22, 23) times, sm, k4, sm,
[k1, p1] 4 (5, 6, 6, 6, 7) times, sm,
k4, sm, [k1, p1] 12 (13, 14, 14, 14,
15) times, sm, k4, sm, [k1, p1] 4 (5,
6, 6, 6, 7) times, sm, k4, sm, [k1,
p1] 19 (20, 21, 21, 22, 23) times,
sm, k4
£ Row 3: k4, sm, [p1, k1] 19 (20,
21, 21, 22, 23) times, sm, k4, sm,
[p1, k1] 4 (5, 6, 6, 6, 7) times, sm,
k4, sm, [p1, k1] 12 (13, 14, 14, 14,
15) times, sm, k4, sm, [p1, k1]
4(5,6,6,6,7)times,sm,k4,
sm, [p1, k1] 19 (20, 21, 21, 22, 23)
times, sm, k4
Last two rows set Moss st patt
and position of Moss st and
Garter st patts between markers.
Cont to work in patt as set work
incs for armhole shaping and
decs at front edges as folls:
£ Row 4: k4, sm, k2tog, patt to
marker, * m1, sm, k4, sm, m1, patt
to marker, rep from * twice more,
m1, sm, k4, sm, m1, patt to two
sts before marker, ssk, sm, k4.
Six sts inc
£Row5:patttoendsm
across row
£ Row 6: k4, sm, patt to marker,
* m1, sm, k4, sm, m1, patt to
marker, rep from * twice more,
m1, sm, k4, sm, m1, patt to marker,
sm, k4. Eight sts inc
£Row7:patttoend,sm
across row
Last four rows set shaping
£ Rep last four rows 9 (9, 9, 10,
11, 11) times more. 280 (290, 300,
314, 332, 342) sts
Divide for back
£ Next row: k4, sm, k2tog, patt
to two sts after next marker, sl
next 52 (54, 56, 60, 64, 66) sts
onto holder, cast on 4 (6, 8, 10,
12, 14) sts, patt to two sts after
next marker, sl next 52 (54, 56,
60, 64, 66) sts onto holder for
second sleeve, cast on 4 (6, 8,
10, 12, 14) sts, patt to last six sts,
ssk, k4. 182 (192, 202, 212, 226,
236) sts
Patt for remainder of body
£ Rows 1-3: k4, sm, patt in moss
st to last four sts, sm, k4
£ Row 4: k4, sm, k2tog, patt in
moss st to last six sts, ssk, sm, k4
Last four rows set patt and
are repeated
£ Rep last four rows 11 (11, 12, 13,
14, 14) times more. 158 (168, 176,
184, 196, 206) sts
Change to 4.5mm needles
£Ksixrows
£ Cast off kwise
SLEEVES
£ Using 5mm (30cm) circular
needle, with RS facing, beg
at 2nd (3rd, 4th, 5th, 6th, 7th)
cast-on st at underarm, pick up
andk2(3,4,5,6,7)ststostsleft
on holder for arm, work in moss
st across 52 (54, 56, 60, 64, 66)
sts on holder, pick up and k 2 (3,
4, 5, 6, 7) sts along rem cast-on
sts at underarm, pm. 56 (60, 64,
70, 76, 80) sts
£ Work in rnds in Moss st patt
until sleeve meas 21 (21, 22, 22,
23, 23) cm at underarm
£ Cont working in rnds, work six
rnds in garter st [one rnd k, one
rnd p]
TO MAKE UP
Weave in all ends. Wash-finish
by hand and block to
dimensions given LK
Start knitting here...
EMBRACE A COOL AND COMFY LOOK
WITH JACINTA BOWIE'S DESIGN
WAY UP?
Which
The construction of this garment
is slightly unusual. It’s worked in
one piece, from the top down.You
begin with the garter stitch front
bands, then change to working
the main body in moss stitch with
garter stitch bands either side of
the sleeves. From Row 4 onwards
you are simultaneously decreasing
at the front edges and increasing
for the Sleeves. Once they are wide
enough, the Sleeves are put on
holders and the rest of the body is
completed. Finally the Sleeves are
picked up and finished one by one.
Take care as these are done in the
round so your moss stitch pattern
will be worked differently from on
the body.
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If you want to teach your little one an important
lesson about loving the world we live in, why not
try knitting them this eco-friendly dress? Proving
that recycled yarn can still be an excellent match for
sensitive skin, ECOTON from Bergère de France is a
clever mix of recycled cotton, acrylic and additional
fibres. The garment itself is machine washable on a
30oc setting and should be dried flat. Even novice
knitters could give this project a try, as it requires
only basic garter and stocking stitches.
MAG.NO.29 KIDS AND BABIES costs £7
from bergeredefrance.co.uk
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in Denmark, this beautiful
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Knit, you will already
know how much we love
hand-dyed yarn! If you
share our enthusiasm,
why not treat yourself
to this stunning shawl?
Knitted in a gorgeous
fibre from Truly Hooked,
it is a beautiful blend of
simple garter stitch and
intricate eyelets. Quick
to knit, easy to make up
and a joy to look at, this
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4PLY
YARN
3.25MM
NEEDLES
SHAWL
NOTE: slip all stitches
purlwise
Using 3.25mm circular
needle, cast on seven sts
Garter section
£ Row 1: sl 1 wyib, k2, yfwd,
k to last three sts, yfwd, k1,
sl 1 wyib, p1
£Row2:sl1wyib,p1,kto
last two sts, sl 1 wyif, p1
£ Rep Rows 1-2 15 times
more. 39 sts
Eyelet section
£ Row 1: sl 1 wyib, k2, yfwd,
k1, * yfwd, k2tog, rep from
* to last three sts, yfwd, k1,
sl 1 wyib, p1
£Row2:slwyib,p1,kto
last two sts, sl 1 wyif, p1
£ Rep Rows 1-2 four times
more. 49 sts
£ Rep Garter section and
Eyelet section three times
more. 175 sts
Garter Drop
Stitch Section
£ Row 1: sl 1 wyib, k2, yfwd,
k to last three sts, yfwd, k1,
sl 1 wyib, p1
£Row2:sl1wyib,p1,kto
last two sts, sl 1 wyif, p1
£Row3:sl1wyib,k2,
yfwd, * k1 winding yarn
twice round needle, rep
from * to last three sts,
yfwd, k1, sl 1 wyib, p1
WHAT YOU
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KNOW...
MEASUREMENTS & SIZES
130cm wide x 49cm deep
KNIT KIT
Yarn: Truly Hooked Sock Yarn, shade
Monsters Inc, one 100g ball
Needles: 3.25mm circular
TENSION SQUARE
n20stsx60rows
n 10cm x 10cm
n Garter stitch
n 3.25mm needles
FOR ABBREVIATIONS SEE PAGE 97
ABOUT THE YARN
Truly Hooked Sock Yarn is a gorgeous
blend of 75% merino and 25% nylon.
Hand-dyed in Nottingham, it would make
a vibrant, super-soft and distinctive
addition to your yarn stash. This fibre
costs £20 per 100g (425m) skein from
01433 620933, woolfull.com
NEED AN ALTERNATIVE?
Dye Candy Super Sock is another
beautiful fibre. 75% merino and 25%
nylon, this 4ply sock yarn is hand-dyed in
Belfast. Available in a stunning selection
of shades, it costs £17 per 100g (425m)
skein from 01433 620933 woolfull.com
Start knitting here...
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With a hand-dyed
yarn, every skein is
slightly different
To create a lifeline, simply thread a length of waste yarn
through a row of your stitches using a tapestry needle.
If you are following a pattern repeat, it makes sense
to introduce a lifeline at the start of every repeat. That
way, if you make a mistake and need to frog a section
of your work, you will know exactly what instruction to
start with. Lifelines will also come in handy if you drop
a stitch, as they will prevent the stitch from falling to
the bottom of your work, making it much easier to pick
up. When selecting the yarn for your lifeline, opt for a
fibre that is thinner than your working yarn. It should
also be in a striking colour that will be easy to spot.
Lifelines
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FLOWER BUD
LACE WRAP BY
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June issue of
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£Row4:sl1wyib,p1,k2,
* k1 dropping extra loop, rep
from * to last four sts, k2, sl 1
wyif, p1
£ Rows 5-8: rep Rows
1-2 twice
£ Rep Rows 3-8 nine
times more. 231 sts
£ Using a needle one size
larger, cast off very loosely
TO MAKE UP
Sew in ends and block
carefully LK

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CHANGES WITH OUR TOP
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1 Bernat Baby Blanket, shade 4795 Baby Blue Green, £9.99 per 300g (201m) ball, woolwarehouse.co .uk 2 Patons Fab DK 100g, shade 2080 Aqua
Colour, £2.15 per 100g (274m) ball, purplelindacrafts.co.uk 3 Stylecraft Head Over Heels All Stars, shade 3918 Pool, £6.49 per 100g (400m) ball,
blacksheepwools.com 4 Rico Creative Pompon Print, shade 28 Turquoise Mix, £9.99 per 200g (100m) ball, deramores.com 5 Paintbox Yarns
Chunky Pots, shade PP02 Feeling Blue, £9 per 200g (272m) ball, lovecrafts.com 6 Lily Sugar 'n Cream Stripes, shade Country Stripes, £2.49 per
56.7g (86m) ball, woolwarehouse.co .uk 7 Sirdar Snuggly Baby Crofter Chunky, shade 512 Abby, £4.35 per 50g (75m) ball, sconch.com 8 Wool and
the Gang Shiny Happy Cotton, shade 89 Space Cadet Colours, £9.40 per 100g (142m) ball, woolandthegang.com 9 James C. Brett Funny Feetz,
shade FZ02, £4.99 per 100g (400m) ball, thewoolfactoryonline.com 10 Debbie Bliss Rialto Luxury Sock, shade 11 Fuji, £11.49 per 100g (400m)
ball, lovecrafts.com 11 Caron Simply Soft Ombre, shade 22006 Saturday Blue Jeans, £4.29 per 141g (215m) skein, woolwarehouse.co.uk
12 Sirdar Hayfield Spirit, shade 0409 Escape, £4.25 per 100g (345m) ball, thecheapshoptiptree.co .uk 13 West Yorkshire Spinners The Croft
Aran, shade Eswick, £9.50 per 100g (166m) skein, wyspinners.com 14 Scheepjes Secret Garden, shade 703 Secluded Lake, £4.59 per
50g (93m) ball, woolwarehouse.co.uk
There’s nothing we love more than
a pop of colour in our makes but
sometimes changing yarns can be
time-consuming and means having
several balls of yarn on the go at once,
not to mention more ends to weave in!
Step up our secret weapon – variegated
shades, which do all the work for you.
Whether you prefer making cute toys
or chic accessories, these bright yarns
are great fun to work with and take all
the effort out of changing colours.
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raised leaf pattern for your newest cushion. This is a classic motif in knitting
and it uses eyelet techniques. Your stitch count will increase to make the leaves
three-dimensional, then you’ll decrease back down to your original stitch count.
Solid shades are also available in this yarn if you’d prefer a monochrome look, or
why not experiment with your own stripe sequence.
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WORSTED
YARN
4MM
NEEDLES
WHAT YOU
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KNOW...
MEASUREMENTS & SIZES
40cm x 40cm
KNIT KIT
Yarn: Cygnet Boho Spirit, shade
6464 Folk, three 100g balls
Needles: 4mm
Cushion pad: 40cm
Tapestry needle
Buttons: 2cm, five
TENSION SQUARE
n22stsx30rows
n 10cm x 10cm
n Stocking stitch
n 4mm needles
FOR ABBREVIATIONS SEE PAGE 97
ABOUT THE YARN
Cygnet Boho Spirit is a roving-effect yarn
that’s vegan-friendly, as it’s 100% acrylic.
It is more of a worsted weight yarn,
falling between a DK and an aran weight.
Projects can be machine washed.
It costs £3.45 per 100g (240m) ball
from 01376 743123, sconch.com
The leaves in this design are a classic knitting motif
and are made by working yarn over increases. This
will change your stitch count, but don’t worry, your
finished cushion will be still square. This type of
increase also creates a pretty eyelet design which
is an added bonus. Keep increasing as instructed
until you reach the widest part of the leaf. On the
subsequent rows, you will start decreasing down again
until you get to the tip and complete the shape.
Pretty PATTERNS
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CUSHION COVER
NOTE: worked in one piece
£ Set-up row 1: (k1, p1) to end
£ Set-up row 2: (p1, k1) to end
These two rows set moss st
£ Work three rows
more in moss st
£Begwithakrow,work
in st st until cover meas
28cm from cast-on edge,
ending after a RS row
£ Next row (WS): k to end
Front
£Row1:p6, * yon,k1,yrn,
p6, rep from * to end. 114 sts
£Row2:k6, * p3,k6,
rep from * to end
£Row3:p6, * k1,yon,
k1, yrn, k1, p6, rep from
* to end. 138 sts
£Row4:k6, * p5,k6,
rep from * to end
£Row5:p6, * k2,yon,
k1, yrn, k2, p6, rep from
* to end. 162 sts
£Row6:k6, * p7,k6,
rep from * to end
£Row7:p6, * k3,yon,
k1, yrn, k3, p6, rep from
* to end. 186 sts
£Row8:k6, * p9,k6,
rep from * to end
£Row9:p6, * skpo,
k5, k2tog, p6, rep from
* to end. 162 sts
£Row10:k6, * p7,k6,
rep from * to end
£ Row 11: p6, * skpo,
k3, k2tog, p6, rep from
* to end. 138 sts
£Row12:k6, * p5,k6,
rep from * to end
£ Row 13: p6, * skpo,
k1, k2tog, p6, rep from
* to end. 114 sts
£Row14:k6, * p3,k6,
rep from * to end
£Row15:p6, * sl1,
k2tog, psso, p6, rep
from * to end. 90 sts
£Row16:ktoend
£Row17:ptoend
£ Rows 18-19: rep Rows 16-17
£Row20:ktoend
Rows 1-20 set patt
£ Cont in patt until six
reps have been worked
£Nextrow:ktoend
Overlap
£Begwithakrow,work
in st st until Overlap meas
9cm or reaches cast-on
edge when cover is folded
Buttonhole band
£Row1:(k1,p1)toend
£Row2:(p1,k1)toend
These two rows set moss st
£ Row 3 (buttonholes): moss
8, k2tog, yon, (moss 16, k2tog,
yon) four times, moss 8
£Row4:asRow2
£Row5:asRow1
£ Cast off
TO MAKE UP
Pin and sew side seams. Sew
on buttons to correspond
with buttonholes LK
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June issue of
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THURSDAY 7TH MAY
“Place stitch
markers between
each motif to
keep track of
your pattern”
LK Deputy Editor
Adrienne Chandler
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BRIGHTEN YOUR WASHROOM WITH
SUSIE JOHNS’ VIBRANT SET
BUDDIES
Bathroom
Add a knitty touch to your towels and flannels with these
quick and easy transformations. There are three styles to
try including a fabulous fringe effect. These embellishments
would also work well on cushions, blankets or bags.
As more and more people are switching to bar soap, this little
holder is a super practical addition to your bathroom.
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DK
YARN
4MM
NEEDLES
FRINGED EDGING
Using 4mm needles and
yarn A, cast on 17 sts using
two-needle method
£Row1:castoff13sts,kto
end. Four sts
£Rows2-3:ktoend
£ Row 4: k4, turn, cast on
13 sts
£ Rep Rows 1-4 until work
meas 50cm
£ Cast off
WIDE BOBBLE BRAID
Using 4mm needles and
yarn A, cast on 102 sts using
two-needle method
£Ksixrows
Do not cut yarn A, change to
yarn B
£Row7:*k3,MB,k1,rep
from * to last two sts, k2
£ Cast off kwise
£ Using 4mm needles and
yarn A, pick up and k each st
along cast-off edge. 102 sts
£Kfiverows
£ Cast off
NARROW BOBBLE
BRAID
Using 4mm needles and
yarn B, cast on 63 sts using
two-needle method
£ K four rows
£Pfiverows
£ Cast off
Thread a tapestry needle
with a length of yarn A.
With RS facing, sew a line
of backstitch along centre
of braid, embroidering a
French knot on third and
every following fifth stitch
SOAP HOLDER
Using 4mm needles and
yarn B, cast on 36 sts
£Row1:ktoend
£Row2:k1,skpo,ktolast
two sts, kfb, k1
WHAT YOU
NEED TO
KNOW...
MEASUREMENTS & SIZES
To fit towel: 50cm wide
To fit face cloth: 30cm wide
Soap holder: 15cm diameter
KNIT KIT
Yarn: Stylecraft Classique Cotton DK, shades
(A) 3674 Shrimp, (B) 3662 Sunflower, one
50g ball of each
Needles: 4mm
Sewing needle and thread
Hand towel: 90cm x 50cm
Face cloth: 30cm square
Tapestry needle
TENSION SQUARE
n22stsx28rows
n 10cm x 10cm
n Stocking stitch
n 4mm needles
SPECIAL ABBREVIATIONS
MB: make bobble - k into front, back, front,
back and front of next st to create five sts,
turn, p5, turn, k5, turn, p5, turn, k5, slip first
four sts over fifth st, leaving one st
FOR ABBREVIATIONS SEE PAGE 97
ABOUT THE YARN
Stylecraft Classique Cotton DK is a soft
cotton yarn with a matte finish. There are 28
shades to tempt you and it can be machine
washed. It costs £1.99 per 50g (92m) ball
from 01925 764231, blacksheepwools.com
NEED AN ALTERNATIVE?
Any DK can be used for this project so see
what’s in your yarn stash. Cotton is a good
choice as it can be washed on higher
temperatures, which is ideal for towels.
£ Rep Rows 1-2 until work
meas 20cm
£ Cast off
TO MAKE UP
Weave in all yarn ends. Press
fringe and both lengths of
braid lightly, avoiding
bobbles. Pin Fringed Edging
in place along one short
edge of towel and Wide
Bobble Braid just above.
Using sewing thread, stitch
braids in place. Stitch Narrow
Bobble Braid across one end
of face cloth. For Soap
holder, stitch cast-on and
cast-off edges together. Cut a
40cm length of yarn and
weave it in and out of
row-ends along one side. Pull
ends to gather tightly to close
bottom and secure with
stitches. Cut a second length
and repeat along opposite
side, pull to gather and tie
inabowLK
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BLANKET BY JULIE
FERGUSON
June issue of
Let’s Knit on sale
THURSDAY 7TH MAY
These are handy for adding
decorative details. Thread
the yarn onto a tapestry
needle and bring it out
through the fabric from
back to front. Tensioning
the yarn in your left hand,
wrap the needle around
the yarn from back to
front – the more wraps,
the larger the knot. Still
holding the yarn tightly
with your left hand, insert
the needle back into the
fabric and pull the yarn
through, releasing your left
hand at the last minute.
This leaves a knot on the
right side of your work.
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RA-RA RAFFIA ,
shade Cinnamon
Dust. £14 .50 per 100g
(250m) ball from
woolandthegang.com
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KING COLE
MERINO BLEND
DK SUPERWASH
WOOL, shade 1988
Redwood. £2.99 per
50g (112m) ball from
purplelindacrafts.co .uk
SCHEEPJES SOFTY,
485 Orange.
£2.19 per 50g
(145m) ball from
0845 528 2999,
ritohobby.co .uk
STYLECRAFT LINEN
DRAPE DK, shade
Coral. £4.80 per
100g (185m) ball from
0845 519 4573,
deramores.com
RICO ESSENTIALS SUPER KID
MOHAIR LOVES SILK, shade 011
Silk Apricot. £6.29 per 25g (200m)
ball from woolwarehouse.co.uk
LUST RESIN HOOP THREAD-THROUGH
EARRINGS, £15, 0208 974 0110,
oliverbonas.com
MINDFUL MANILA TUMMY
CONTROL SWIMSUIT, £45,
0345 401 2014, figleaves.com
PUSSY BOW TOP,
£27.99, 0333 200 6014 ,
bonprix.co.uk
BERROCO ESTIVA, shade 2617 Tomato.
£25.99 per 150g (307m) ball from
01409 404010, lovecrafts.com
ROMAN ORIGINALS TOP,
£22, romanoriginals.co .uk
BERNAT BABY BLANKET TINY,
shade Tea Rose. £4.99 per
100g (288m) ball from
0116 271 3759, readicut.co.uk
DRILL BY SARAH HATTON,
KNITTED IN ROWAN
COTTON CASHMERE,
£4, knitrowan.com
TIERED FLORAL
SKIRT, 0844 844 1111 ,
cottontraders.com
L’OREAL PARIS COLOR
RICHE LIPSTICK, shade
235 Nude, £6.99 from
lookfantastic.com
DMC NATURA XL JUST
COTTON, shade 10.
£4.25 per 100g (75m)
ball from 0161 464
7310, stitcher.co.uk

Brambles & Me
Beautiful naturally hand-dyed
yarns from the heart of
Newcastle upon Tyne.
Using only naturally derived
extracts from roots, bark and
insects to create unique
colours influenced by the
great outdoors.
Ginger Twist Studio
Ginger’s Hand Dyed is a range
of gorgeous kettle dyed,
semi-solids; everything from
lace to chunky!
Produced by Jess of Ginger
Twist Studio in Edinburgh, the
cutest wee yarn shop ever.
Loop
Loop has an incredible
selection of exquisite hand
dyed yarns from around the
world, including Life in the
Long Grass which has been
dyed for them in
Ireland.
Kernow Designs
Beautiful & unique Hand-Dyed
yarns, created in my small
studio in rural Cornwall.
With a passion for colour
and natural inspiration all
around, you’re guaranteed
to find something special
at Kernow Designs.
Little Acorn Crafts
Hand dyed yarn and fibre that
is produced in small batches on
a variety of beautiful bases.
Little Acorn Crafts also supply
accessories for knitters,
crocheters and felters.
Craft Days
Colours of Saffron Walden
Hand dyed exclusively for Craft
Days. Inspiration comes from
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IT’S TIME TO TAKE
YOUR KNITTING TO
THE NEXT LEVEL!
STEP UP YOUR
If you’re
anything like us, you’ll
have your go-to patterns and
favourite stitches, the tried and
trusted designs that form your crafty
safe space. But the knitting world is as
big as your imagination and there’s always
something new to discover. There’s no
time like the present to settle down and
study a new technique or several. Read
on to find out how you can expand
your knitty horizons from
the comfort of your own
home!
skills
Climb the
colourwork ladder
STRANDING
Carry yarns across the back of your
work for regular colour changes. Add
a twist with modern colour combos.
INTARSIA
Use multiple bobbins of yarn
to make picture motifs, colour
blocks and vertical stripes.
MOSAIC KNITTING
Slip certain stitches during your
stripe pattern to create intricate
colour effects with little effort.
HORIZONTAL
STRIPES
Mix up the widths of your colour
sections to see how it looks!
If you’ve already reached the top
of the ladder, take it further with
two-handed stranded colourwork.
Boost your skills and learn
continental knitting so you can
carry one shade in your left
hand and the other in your
right. You’ll probably find
it makes the whole thing
much easier!
Try stranded colourwork
with new Sirdar
leaflet 10128
If you’ve never
tried any form of
rainbow knitting
before, then start
simple and work
your way up.
Embrace
artisan yarn
Give your projects a unique look by
using hand-dyed yarns. These fab
fibres are coloured into effects
ranging from kaleidoscopic mixes to
gradual tonal shifts. Have a go with
Julie Ferguson’s artisan shawl on
page 33. Turn to page 66 to find some
fantastic yarn suggestions!
GIVE IT A GO!
Naturally-coloured yarn provides a blank
canvas for getting creative! Search online
to buy a beginner’s yarn dyeing kit or
have a forage in your cupboards,
fridge or garden. Onion skins,
beetroot, berries, leaves,
and flower petals can all
be used to produce
different hues!
Available at
marrineryarns.com

Socks might have a
bad rep as being one of the most
unoriginal presents money can buy but
when you knit your own, you are
transported to a
world of endless creativity. These practical,
portable projects can be knitted on two needles,
four needles, or one long circular needle
–
check out the magic loop method:
Tin Can Knits has a brilliant step-by-step
guide at blog.tincanknits.com
As for construction, you can start from the cuff
down or the toe-up (using one of several fancy
cast-ons), try a short-row heel or perhaps a heel
flap and gusset – there are few things as satisfying
as successfully turning a heel – and we haven’t
even mentioned all the stitches you could try.
Eye of the partridge anyone? Find patterns
galore on ravelry.com
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Yarn
Pick
YOURS
stitches
Intricate lace work is often considered the peak of knitting prowess and you can’t deny it looks stunning.
But here’s the secret: once you’ve got to grips with the basic stitches, you can knit any lace design, from
easy eyelet patterns to exquisite shawls. Start simple and work your way up. The only thing that makes larger
patterns more difficult is the level of concentration required, so switch off the box and tune into your stitches!
DISCOVER
EASY EYELETS
ON PAGE 62!
TEST THE
WATERS
Add in a few eyelet
details to get
the hang of the
technique. Pattern
5615 from King
Cole is a great
place to start and
you can choose
from a sweater
or sleeveless
top design.
TAKE IT
FURTHER
Get to grips with
left and right
leaning decreases
to create more
detailed patterns.
We love how the
openwork sleeves
pair with the simple
body of this cardi
from Stylecraft
(leaflet 9738).
SHOUT
ABOUT IT
Someone once said,
‘ i f you’ve got it, flaunt
it’ and that’s certainly
the case when it
comes to knitty talent.
This stunning Lotus
Lace Shawl pattern
by Jan Henley can
be downloaded at
letsknit.co.uk
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2
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Goodwill Socks pattern
by Rachel Ferguson,
available to buy at
ravelry.com
Create a yarn that’s
entirely unique to you
by holding multiple
strands together while
you work. Try mixing
different textures,
like a mohair or alpaca
with a smooth yarn or
metallic effect. Even
just two strands of the
same yarn can create
fabulous colour blends.
Go on, get creative!
Every issue we introduce
you to a new stitch
pattern to add to your
knitting arsenal. Turn to
page 95 to see this issue’s
Square of the Month.
Make it
Boost your
UP THE ANTE ON SOCKS
West Yorkshire
Spinners Signature
4ply is a wool and
nylon mix which
means it’s soft yet
durable for comfy
socks. See the
range of colours at
wyspinners.com
Try clever constructions

We often refer to big or small projects
at LK HQ but we rarely use the terms quite
so literally. Wool Couture Company is well
known for its mega chunky yarns that knit up on
huge needles, sometimes up to 40 or 60 millimetre in
diameter! You can also use the yarns for arm knitting
projects. Find kits, patterns, ideas and more at
woolcouturecompany.com
At the other end of the spectrum is micro knitting.
Here you’re looking at needles that are smaller than
2mm. You’ll be using fine laceweight yarns or
embroidery threads to create close knit fabrics. It’s
just the thing for collectable dolls’ house pieces
or textile art. Althea Crome’s Japanese Crane
Jacket measures just two inches from
neck to hem! See more at
altheacrome.com
Most of us tend to start all our
projects the same way - and we don’t just
mean full of enthusiasm! The popular cast-on
techniques are the two-needle, cable cast-on or long tail
methods, but these are just the tip of the knitting iceberg.
When choosing which technique to use, think about your
finished item. Will the edge be visible or hidden by a trim or seam?
Does it need to be firm or stretchy? Should it look identical to your
cast-off edge? Do you want a decorative edge? For each of these
questions, there’s a different cast-on to try. Here are a few to have a go at:
PROVISIONAL CAST ON – There are several ways of doing this
and all allow you to cast on leaving ‘live’ stitches that can be
picked up later. This is handy for changing direction or
creating two symmetrical sections on a project like a scarf.
TUBULAR CAST ON – Perfect for ribbed cuffs and welts,
this gives a wonderfully stretchy edges that also has a
rounded look, just like your shop-bought knits!
INVISIBLE CIRCULAR CAST ON – Used for making
a closed ring when knitting in the round. It’s ideal for
circular bags, top-down hats or teacosies, or
knitting flat circles. It’s similar to the idea of a
magic ring in crochet.
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Knitting and crochet
aren’t opposites, they’re
complementary. If you’re
still struggling to
master the craft, you can
hone your skills using
the videos tutorials on
our sister website
topcrochetpatterns.com.
Once you’ve got the hang
of the hook, you can use
crochet to add edges or
decorations to your
projects, or can seamlessly mix the two
fabrics as Susie Johns has done in her
stylish Knit and Crochet Tunic Top. Download
the pattern at letsknit.co.uk
eit
CHOOSE A NEW CAST ON
This month’s Fashion Collection
offers variations on classic
construction. Sweaters and
cardigans can be worked from the
top down which reduces the amount
of sewing up and often means you
can try on your project as you go to
ensure a custom fit.
If you really want to avoid seaming,
try an all-in-one garment like Jacinta
Bowie’s Waterfall Cardigan (p26).
You can also work your projects
from side to side, which is an easy
way to create vertical stripes or
horizontal cable effects. Download
Kaffe Fassett’s Garden Party Stripes
pattern at knitrowan.com
CRAFTS
Combine your
Reliable Resources
BOOKS
Whether you’re
after a specific
technique or an
all-encompassing crafty
directory, you can’t beat a book.
BLOGS
Be inspired
by your fellow
creatives!
Many of them show off their
skills with project ideas and
handy how-to guides.
PODCASTS
Get knitty wisdom
straight from the
experts’ mouth! Podcasts allow
you to listen and learn from the
best in the biz.
VIDEOS
Some people prefer
to watch and learn.
YouTube has a whole library of
video tutorials which you can
pause and rewind at your
viewing pleasure.
CHECK OUT THESE STAY-AT-HOME SOLUTIONS
Free at knitrowan.com
PLAY WITH SCALE
Show off your sewing
skills by adding
embroidered details to
your next knit. Simple
daisy chain stitch can
be used to transform
Penny Hill’s Beginner’s
Baby Cardigan. Find the
pattern at
letsknit.co.uk.
Alternatively, make a
statement with a bold
floral design. Give it a
try with Debbie Bliss
Leaflet DB185, available
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ACCESSORY
pattern
If you enjoy working in the round and have a soft spot
for cables, do we have the project for you! In fact, even
if you are intimidated by both of the aforementioned
knitting techniques, this project could provide the perfect
opportunity for you to step outside your comfort zone.
Offering a stylish denim effect, this bag isn’t
just eco-friendly because it
has been made using recycled
fibres, it is also an excellent
alternative to plastic shoppers.
BAG
In the
KNIT JACINTA BOWIE’S PRETTY
AND PRACTICAL ACCESSORY
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MEASUREMENTS & SIZES
Depth (excluding straps): 42cm
Width: 42cm
KNIT KIT
Yarn: Rowan Denim Revive DK, shade
00212 Airforce, seven 50g balls
Needles: 3.75mm, 3.25mm (120cm) circular
Tapestry needle
TENSION SQUARE
n23stsx34rows
n 10cm x 10cm
n Over patt
n 3.75mm needles (after washing)
n20stsx28rows
n 10cm x 10cm
n Over patt
n 3.75mm needles (before washing)
SPECIAL ABBREVIATIONS
C6F: cable six front - slip three sts onto cn
and hold at front of work, k3, k3 from cn
FOR ABBREVIATIONS SEE PAGE 97
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FABULOUS LACY
BATWING JUMPER
BY JACINTA BOWIE
June issue of Let’s
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CABLE PATT
£Rnd1:*C6F,k4,rep
from * to end, sm
£Rnd2:*k6,p4,rep
from * to end, sm
£Rnd3:ktoend,sm
£Rnd4:*k6,p4,rep
from * to end, sm
£Rnd5:ktoend,sm
£Rnd6:*k6,p4,rep
from * to end, sm
NOTE: the last six
rounds form the pattern
and are repeated
GARTER ST
£Rnd1:ktoend,sm
£Rnd2:ptoend,sm
NOTE: the last two
rounds form the pattern
and are repeated
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“The suggested yarn
shrinks and becomes
tighter after machine
washing to give a more
suitable fabric for
a bag. If you decide
to use an alternative
yarn, you may need
to change your needle
size to get the
final tension.”
LK Designer, Jacinta Bowie
Cable patt once more
Change to 3.25mm needles
£ Work in garter
st for six rnds
£ Set up rnd for handles:
k30, cast off 40 sts, k60,
cast off 40 sts, k30, sm
£ Next rnd: k30, cast on
60 sts, k60, cast on 60 sts,
k30, sm
NOTE: take care not to twist
cast on sts for handles
£ Cont on these 240 sts
in garter st for nine rnds
£ Cast off working all
sts kwise tbl to create a
tighter stronger cast off
TO MAKE UP
Weave in all ends. Flatten
knitted Bag and join base
with mattress stitch. To
strengthen tension of bag,
wash finished piece on its
own in washing machine
at 60 degrees. Pull to
shape and dry flat LK
BAG
Using 3.75mm needles,
cast on 200 sts, join in rnd
taking care not to twist sts
£Konernd,pm
£ Work Rnds 1-6 of
Cable patt 21 times
£ Work Rnds 1-2 of
When knitting in the round on a circular needle, as
with this bag, you don’t turn your work so you are
always working with the right side facing you. This is
why knitting every round produces stocking stitch but
for garter stitch you must alternate with purl rows.
Working in the ROUND

amazing. It’s basically a pet you can
knit, so it wins in two categories of
my preferred present. I bet that
when their fleece is fully grown, it’s
like cuddling a cloud. But a cloud
that kicks quite hard. OK, maybe
not a sheep.
Leaning back
on the sofa,
I allow my
daydreams full
rein. What about if
money were no
object?
Well, then I’d
like him to buy me
my own little
independent yarn
store, stuffed full
of soft jewel
shades every colour of the
rainbow, with walls of wool and
aisles of angora, a mezzanine full of
merino and maybe even some
qiviut where you queue. All the
notions would be smooth wooden
needles and odd bright stitch
markers. And there would be comfy
sofas where you could knit up a
swatch to see if you liked the feel of
But on wedding
anniversaries, we cast our
prescribed interests to one
side and embrace my
otherwise most hated word
“su rprise.” On wedding
anniversaries we have
evolved a
tradition of the
most inventive
presents that
link to the
tradition
associated
with the year. Last
year it was our
leather anniversary,
and he lost points for
getting me a
handbag instead of
the sofa I hoped for. I can’t say he
was thrilled with the lederhosen,
but at least they were
unexpected. Anyway, this year is
the one I’ve been waiting for.
That’s right. It’s our wool
anniversary.
Oh man. What will he get me?
A sheep? I really hope it’s a
sheep. A sheep would be
Something is afoot in the air. It’s
coming up to our wedding
anniversary, and that means
Presents with a capital P. Now,
normally I use the Amazon wish
list strategy when buying presents
for my husband, which means that
I tend to get him presents that he
just hasn’t got round to buying for
himself yet. And with my limited
interests of books, yarn, pets,
wine and chocolate, the pool of
acceptable presents he can buy
for me is similarly a bit restricted.
(Reading that back, I just realised
that we are boring as heck, help!)
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the yarn before you bought it. And
since I would never want to sell any
of the yarn, he would have to install
a lovely knitter lady to manage it
and take care of the business side,
and every day she would close up
at 2pm (which is the perfect time of
day to buy yarn) to let me browse in
peace around my lovely little yarn
shop that was all my own. That’s
what I’d have if money was no
object.
Unfortunately money is very
much an object, so I think my dream
will have to stay a dream this time,
at least until my numbers come up
on the lottery. Anyway, I’ll tell you
what I’ve got him. I measured his
favourite (old bobbly acrylic) jumper
and made him one that fits the
same, but in beautiful grey-blue
merino that is exactly the shade of
his eyes. Fast forward to the special
day, I can tell you he loved it. He
loved it a lot more than I loved my
yarn store gift voucher, but hey, it’s
still free yarn. And I get to choose it!
Claire Thomas is a freelance
journalist and founder of Stitch ‘n’
Bitch group, Knit Pickers
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Break
TEA
By Claire Thomas
DIAMONDS
ARE FOREVER,
BUT WHAT’S
WOOL?
Can you solve our tricky clues?
1 Forecasting balmy weather over
Shetland (4, 4)
2 Make a point in a roundabout way
(8, 6)
3 Don’t forget your embroidery when
visiting the Alps (5, 7)
4 The design was really cutting edge (7)
5 Jason found it was a rip-off (6)
CRYPTIC QUIZ
Purls of
Wisdom
WIN!
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PHOTOS WIN
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“Hue Shift Afghan”
Wendy Beckett
DICTIONARY CORNER
Which word describes the outer edges of your
knitting, or the first and last stitches of a row?
ANSWERS:
CRYPTIC QUIZ: 1. Fair Isle, 2. circular needle, 3. Swiss darning, 4. steeked, 5. fleece DICTIONARY CORNER: Selvedge
WORD PLAY: right side, continue without shaping CLEVER CONNECTIONS: Alpaca
WORD PLAY
Which knitting terms are shown here?
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Our handsome
four-legged friend is a
Valais Blacknose and
if you haven’t seen one
before, we can only
describe them as a bundle
of teddy bear-like sheepy
adorability. Their cuddly
fleeces and sweet faces
will melt any heart and
designer Val has captured
them perfectly. Watch
your stitch counts when
working with the bouclé
yarn as the texture means
it can be tricky to spot
any mistakes.
VAL PIERCE HAS DONE IT AGAIN WITH
ANOTHER SUPER CUTE CREATION!
SHEEP
Jake the
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DK
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3.75MM, 4MM ,
4.5MM , 5MM
NEEDLES
BODY
Using 5mm needles and
yarn A, cast on ten sts
£Row1andallRSrows:
ptoend
£Row2:*kfb,repfrom
* toend.20sts
£Row4:*k1,kfb,repfrom
* toend30sts
£Row6:*k2,kfb,repfrom
* toend.40sts
£Row8:*k3,kfb,repfrom
* toend.50sts
£Row10:*k4,kfb,repfrom
* toend.60sts
£Row12:*k5,kfb,repfrom
* toend.70sts
£ Cont in st st without
shaping until work meas
20cm
Shape body
£ Next row: * k5, k2tog, rep
from * to end. 60 sts
£Nextrow:ptoend
£ Next row: * k4, k2tog, rep
from * to end. 50 sts
£Nextrow:ptoend
£ Next row: * k3, k2tog, rep
from * to end. 40 sts
£Nextrow:ptoend
£ Next row: * k2, k2tog, rep
from * to end. 30 sts
£Nextrow:ptoend
£ Next row: * k1, k2tog, rep
from * to end. 20 sts
£Nextrow:ptoend
£ Next row: * k2tog, rep from
* to end. Ten sts
£ Cut yarn leaving a tail,
thread through rem sts, pull
tight and fasten off
HEAD
Using 4mm needles and
yarn B, cast on ten sts
£Row1andallRSrows:
ptoend
£Row2:*kfb,repfrom
* toend.20sts
£Row4:*k1,kfb,rep
from*toend30sts
£Row6:*kfb,k2,rep
from * to end. 40 sts
£Row8:*kfb,k3,rep
from * to end. 50 sts
Pm at each end of last row
£ Cont in st st without
shaping until work meas 8cm
from markers, ending after a
p row
Change to yarn A
£Begwithakrow,work20
rows in st st
Shape head
£ Next row: * k6, k2tog, rep
from * to last two sts,
k2. 44 sts
£Nextrow:ptoend
£ Next row: * k5, k2tog,
rep from * to last two sts,
k2. 38 sts
£Nextrow:ptoend
£ Next row: * k4, k2tog, rep
from * to last two sts, k2.
32 sts
£Nextrow:ptoend
£ Next row: * k3, k2tog,
rep from * to last two sts,
k2. 26 sts
£Nextrow:ptoend
£ Next row: * k2, k2tog,
rep from * to last two sts,
k2. 18 sts
£Nextrow:ptoend
£ Next row: * k2tog, rep from
* to end. Nine sts
£ Cut yarn leaving a tail,
thread through rem sts, pull
tight and fasten off
EARS (make two)
Using 3.75mm needles and
yarn B, cast on 14 sts
£ Work 26 rows in garter st
£Deconestateachendof
next row and every foll alt
row until two sts rem
WHAT YOU
NEED TO
KNOW...
MEASUREMENTS & SIZES
Height: 32cm
KNIT KIT
Yarn: (A) Sirdar Snuggly Bouclette, shade 001
Coconut White, three 50g balls, (B) Sirdar
Snuggly DK, shade 312 Black, one 50g ball,
(C) DK, Beige, oddments
Needles: 3.75mm, 4mm, 4.5mm, 5mm
Safety toy stuffing
Safety toy eyes: black, two
Stitch markers
Tapestry needle
FOR ABBREVIATIONS SEE PAGE 97
ABOUT THE YARN
Sirdar Snuggly Bouclette comprises 37%
wool, 36% nylon and 27% acrylic. The
loopy texture is soft and ideal for toys.
It costs £4.50 per 50g (95m) ball. Sirdar
Snuggly DK is a versatile nylon and acrylic
yarn that comes in 49 shades. It costs
£3.29 per 50g (165m) ball. Both yarns
are available from knitting-yarn.co.uk
Start knitting here...
£ Next row: k2tog. One st
£ Fasten off
NOSE
Using 3.75mm needles and
yarn B, cast on eight sts
£ Work eight rows in
garter st
£Deconestateachendof
next row and every foll alt
row until two sts rem
£ Next row: k2tog. One st
£ Fasten off, leaving a
long tail
TAIL
Using 4.5mm needles and
yarn A, cast on 20 sts
£Begwithakrow,work20
rows in st st
£ Cast off
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YOUR KNITTY
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If you are giving this project
to a child, make sure to
use certified safety toy
stuffing. This will ensure
the filling is non-toxic, fire
safe and free from any
stray fibres or materials.
To get a firm finish, use
smaller amounts of stuffing
teased apart, then compact
them down as required.
Super
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“Use locking stitch
markers or a coloured
thread to indicate
the right and wrong
side of your knitted
fabric”
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£ Cut yarn leaving a tail, thread
through rem sts, pull tight and
fasten off
TO MAKE UP
Sew Body seam, stuffing firmly
before closing seam. Sew seams
on Legs. Stuff firmly but leave
shaped top open. Pin Legs to
Body with shaped ends at top,
ensuring Legs are level and
sheep will stand unaided. Lightly
stuff top of each leg as you sew
so it is firm on Body. Fold Tail in
half lengthwise, sew seam, lightly
stuffing as you go. Attach to
Body. Sew Head seam, stuffing
and shaping as you go. Before
closing insert safety eyes to sit
either side of nose. Close seam.
Pleat base of Ears and sew to
Head. Fold Horns lengthwise,
then twist to shape, securing
each twist with a few stitches.
Sew to Head above Ears. Sew
Nose to Head, pulling yarn tail
down to base of chin. Sew in
place, pulling firmly to accentuate
mouth. Wind lengths of yarn A
around the palm of your hand.
Cut yarn and, starting at bottom,
lay strands onto side of Body.
Firmly sew across centre of
strands. Fold top section over
bottom section. Continue to sew
layers of yarn in the same way
until Body is covered. Sew more
strands to front part of Body and
trim layers so they lay neatly. Sew
more strands to Head and trim.
Make a topknot of shorter strands
and sew to top of Head allowing
some strands to fall down over
forehead and eyes. Trim and fluff
up yarn to get a woolly effect LK
Next
issue
KENNY THE RHINO
BY VAL PIERCE
June issue of
Let’s Knit on sale
THURSDAY 7TH MAY
HORNS (make two)
Using 3.75mm needles and
Beige DK, cast on 12 sts
£ Work 24 rows in garter st
£Deconestateachendofnext
row and every foll alt row until
two sts rem
£ Next row: k2tog. One st
£ Fasten off
LEGS (make four)
Using 4.5mm needles and yarn A,
cast on 12 sts
£Konerow
£ Cont in garter st, inc one st at
each end of next row and foll alt
rows until there are 24 sts
Pm at each end of last row
£Begwithakrow,workin
st st until Leg meas 9cm from
markers
Change to 3.75mm needles and
yarn B
£ Work eight rows in garter st
£ Next row: * k2tog, rep from
* toend.12sts
£ Next row: * k2tog, rep from
* to end. Six sts
great ADVICE
“Making the
fleece is quite
time consuming so
you can add as
much or as little of the
woolly coat as you want”
LK DESIGNER, Val Pierce

If it is likely that you will be staying at home
for the foreseeable future or at the very least
limiting your interaction with the outside
world, it’s important that you have plenty
to keep you occupied. In one sense this is
the perfect time to take on a whole host of
knitting projects; however, if you are unable
to purchase new and exciting fibres, you may
be at a loss for inspiration. Luckily, we have
compiled a collection of brilliant patterns
that will help you to sort through your
stash. What’s more, they are all available for
download, so you will be able to access them
from the comfort of your own home!
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Stash-busting
SORT YOUR STASH
Before you get started on a new
project, take the time to look
through your yarn collection.
Don’t do things by halves –
pull out your boxes, unload your
bags and analyse every inch of
your crafting corner. If your stash is
a bit of a mess (don’t worry we’re
not judging), try to introduce a
system. Whether you arrange your
yarns in relation to brand, weight,
colour or value, the most important
thing is that your fibres are easy
to access and protected from
potential damage. It may take you
a while, but once you are finished
you will be able to move on to the
fun task of selecting your next knit.
THE WORLD MAY CHANGE BUT WE’LL ALWAYS HAVE
OUR KNITTING. WHY NOT CELEBRATE CRAFTING
WITH THESE PRETTY AND PRACTICAL PROJECTS?
Using more than one yarn shade at a time
offers an excellent opportunity for you to
work through your stash. From colourful
bunting and beautiful cushions to a
striking blanket and super-cute jumper,
there are tons of vibrant knits for you
to try out. Although we love the shades
pictured, the beauty of multi-coloured
makes is that you can easily personalise
them to match your tastes and
complement your existing collection
of yarn.
Garter Stitch Rainbow
Baby Jumper free
from letsknit.co.uk
Brick Work Afghan
in Paintbox Yarns
Simply Chunky free
from lovecrafts.com
Sproglets Kits Bunting, free
from sprogletskits.co.uk
Kerstin, £4 from knitrowan.com
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ONLY
OFFLINE?
Here is our advice for anyone
who struggles to download
patterns from the internet.
If you’re wondering what to do with the
pesky ball of yarn that’s rolling around
your craft space, now ’s the time to
find a one-ball project that takes your
fancy! Update your wardrobe with
wraps, cowls and scarves or opt for
quick-knits such as these beautiful
socks from West Yorkshire Spinners.
For knitters who are prone to hoarding,
using up a solitary ball may feel like
a drop in the ocean. But, you need
to start somewhere and you’ll soon
find that there’s something incredibly
satisfying about turning your spare
yarn into something that can be
treasured for years to come.
Signature Style Cascading
Vine Socks, £2.40 from
wyspinners.com
One Ball Sparkly
Cowl, free from
letsknit.co .uk
Lacy Hearts Hand Knit
Headband, £2.99 from
knittiana.etsy.com
One Ball Beaded Shawl,
free from letsknit.co.uk
The smaller the project, the more flexibility
you will have in terms of using up your
yarn stash. Instead of hoping you have
enough materials to get to the end of your
knit, you will be able to relax safe in the
knowledge that your make only requires
the bare minimum. And what if you are
left with excess? You can make more than
one of course! Whether you opt for stylish
anklets or super-cute toys to delight the
little ones in your life, miniature projects
are the way to go if you are happy to work
through your stash slowly but surely.
Anklet Trio, free
from letsknit.co.uk
Aeroplane Toys,
free from
letsknit.co.uk
Mini Knitted Ocean
by Sachiyo Ishii,
Kindle edition
£6.02 from
amazon.co.uk
Another excellent and eco-
friendly idea is to update your
existing knits. Rather than
frogging the lot, you could use
embellishments to transform
your garments, accessories,
toys and homewares. Why not
line a knitted blanket with
a row of tassels or add a
colourful pom-pom to an old woolly hat?
Maybe you could make a new
wardrobe for your youngster’s
favourite toys? Before long
you will have a new-
found appreciation for
your old projects.
You could view this as
a golden opportunity
to help out a worthy
cause. There are so
many charities asking
for knitted or crocheted squares, so
why not use your odds and ends? Another
option is to keep an
eye out for the charity
patterns we share
in Let’s Knit. These
pretty pink cupcakes
were designed by
Tina Barrett and
could be sold to
raise money for
Breast Cancer Care.
When you are sorting through
your stash, also take the time
to look through your collection
of magazines, books and
physical patterns – hopefully
you will fall back in love with
designs you have forgotten.
Try to view any limitations
as a series of challenges.
This could be your chance
to play designer for the
day. Take a look at existing
patterns and think about
the embellishments you
could add. Why not put your
own twist on a pattern by
introducing exciting effects
such as stripes or motifs?
You could take this one
step further by designing
your very own pattern from
scratch. If you are searching
for inspiration, take a look at
some of the simpler designs
in this magazine. Using your
imagination and knitting
know-how, you could create
something similar.
Find out if any of your crafty
circle could download
patterns for you and send
them to you. This could be
a fantastic option if you are
able to access emails but
struggle to download files.
Alternatively, you could
always place your trust in a
handwritten letter!
Finally, ask if any of your local
yarn shops are running a
service where they send out
materials and patterns to their
customers. This could also
be a brilliant way for you to
support your favourite
bricks-and-mortar stores.
1
2
3
4
5
Pocket Pompoms by
Sachiyo Ishii, kindle
edition £6.64 from
amazon.co.uk
Roses, Roses, Roses,
£1.44 from madebymarianna.etsy.com
Join in with a
charityblanket
challenge, visit
lovinghands.org.uk
Knit Pink Cupcakes
forBreast Cancer
Care, free from
letsknit.co.uk
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UPDATE YOUR READING LIST WITH
THESE INSPIRING TITLES!
This month’s focus... Colourful Knits
TOP-DOWN KNIT SWEATERS
by Corrina Ferguson
(Stackpole Books, £21)
If you are a fan of gorgeous textures and beautiful
colourwork designs, you are going to fall head
over heels for this exciting new release. Featuring
16 versatile patterns, Top-down Knit Sweaters
is an excellent book for any crafters who come
into their own when making garments. Not just
for the colder months, there are also stunning
short-sleeved looks for you to enjoy.
HIGHLIGHTS: The Idabelle Cardigan
Amazing Loom Knits by Nicole F. Cox
(Stackpole Books, £21)
From cabled hats and colourwork scarves to pretty
cowls and stylish socks, this fantastic collection of
designs will leave you spoilt for choice. As if the helpful
instructions and attractive patterns weren’t enough, this
book also offers incredible images, as when Cox isn’t
busy loom knitting, she works as a photographer.
HIGHLIGHTS: The Flourish Tote Bag
GRADIENT STYLE
Kerry Bogert (F&W Media,
£17.99)
Rather than opting for a limited
selection of shades, why not
embrace a gradient design?
Not only is this approach to
colourwork bang on trend,
it’s also incredibly easy to achieve. Sit back and
relax as your variegated yarn changes hue before
your eyes or explore the joys of mini-skeins. There
are 19 original projects on offer, plus top tips on how
to choose the ultimate combinations.
Must see: instructions on using a colour wheel
SIMPLE COLOUR
KNITTING
Erika Knight
(Quadrille Publishing
Ltd, £10)
Keeping things simple,
Knight has designed 20
projects, each teaching
you a new technique. Whether you have your
heart set on mastering Fair Isle or secretly
dream of getting your head around motifs,
this informative and inspirational guide will
take you one step closer to your goal.
Must see: the stylish cushions
RAINBOW KNITS
Nicki Trench (CICO
Books, £12.99)
LK favourite Nicki Trench
has put together a
collection of 20 striking
patterns. Suited to all
skill levels, Rainbow Knits boasts a silky
striped tie, a fancy floral purse, a cool cabled
scarf and an adorable baby blanket to name
a few. Don’t be put off if you aren’t a fan of
bold shades, there are also plenty of pastel
options available.
Must see: the super-cute stripy sweater
Get creative with...
Our top pick...
by Alison Dupernex
(The Crowood Press,
£29.95)
Do something different
with this comprehensive
guide to machine knitting.
It offers a history of hand
frame knitting, an amazing
selection of techniques and stitches, a helpful
breakdown of the design process, expert
advice on turning your hobby into a career, and
so much more! If you have an open mind and a
soft spot for vibrant colour combinations, you
are sure to find endless inspiration.
Machine Knitting
by Teresa Carter (Blue Star
Press, £22.99)
Step into the future with this
collection of patterns for the
minimalist maker. Proving that
crochet can be whatever you
make it, Carter has designed
beautiful accessories such as a cosy infinity
scarf and a casual summer clutch. She has also
provided the secrets to transforming your living
space with her luxury blankets and practical
storage baskets. Why not step away from the
colour and chaos of everyday life and choose to
keep things simple with these refreshing makes?
Modern Crochet
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BRIGHTEN UP YOUR SPACE WITH THIS CHIC
DESIGN FROM NICOLA VALIJI
Hang In
Spending more time at home gives you the opportunity to
embrace the joys of interior design and we think there is no
better way to do this than with your knitting needles. This
beautiful wall hanging would cost a great deal from a high end
boutique, but you can create your own version for under £12!
Attractive, affordable and begging to be personalised, it is the
perfect fit for stylish knitters.
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GREAT FOR
IMPROVERS
ARAN
YARN
5MM
NEEDLES
WALL HANGING
Using 5mm needles and
yarn E, cast on 50 sts
£Row1(WS):k2,ptolast
two sts, k2
£Row2:k1,kfb,k5,sl1,k1,
psso, k2tog, k5, * (kfb) twice,
k5, sl 1, k1, psso, k2tog, k5,
rep from * to last two sts,
kfb, k1
£ Rows 3-12: rep Rows 1-2
Change to yarn D
£ Rows 13-24: rep Rows 1-2
Change to yarn C
£ Rows 25-36: rep Rows 1-2
Change to yarn B
£ Rows 37-48: rep Rows 1-2
Change to yarn A
£ Rows 49-60: rep Rows 1-2
£ Cast off kwise
HANGING TABS
(make four)
Using 5mm needles and
yarn A, cast on six sts
£ Rows 1-14: beg with a k
row, work in st st
£ Cast off
POM-POM STRING
Using 5mm needles and
yarn D, cast on 45 sts
£ Cast off
TO MAKE UP
Block Wall hanging to
eliminate curling. Cut yarn E
into 30cm lengths, fold these
in half individually and thread
onto bottom section of piece.
Trim fringe so that ends are
even. Make three large
pom-poms in yarns E, C and
B. Attach pom-poms to
Pom-pom string spacing
them evenly apart. Make a
tassel in yarn D and attach to
bottom of Pom-pom string.
Attach Pom-Pom string to
Wall hanging at top and to
one side. Fold Hanging tabs
in half joining cast-on and
cast-off edges together. Sew
all four tabs to top of Wall
hanging. Thread wooden
dowel through Hanging
tabs LK
WHAT YOU
NEED TO
KNOW...
MEASUREMENTS & SIZES
30cm wide x 45cm long
KNIT KIT
Yarn: Deramores Studio Aran, shades
(A) Gardenia, (B) Pewter, (C) Cyan, (D) Punch,
(E) Juniper, one 100g ball of each
Needles: 5mm
Tapestry needle
Wooden dowel: 30cm
TENSION SQUARE
n18stsx24rows
n 10cm x 10cm
n Over patt
n 5mm needles
FOR ABBREVIATIONS SEE PAGE 97
ABOUT THE YARN
Deramores Studio Aran is anti-pilling and
can be machine washed on a gentle setting.
This makes it an excellent choice for durable
home knits. Available in an impressive
selection of shades, it costs £2.29 per
100g (165m) ball from 0845 519 4573,
deramores.com
15% OFF WHEN YOU SPEND
OVER £20 AT DERAMORES.
USE THE CODE GREENAPPLE
A LOCAL
YARN SHOP IS
A GREAT PLACE
TO BUY ALL
YOUR KNITTY
ESSENTIALS
FIND YOURS
ON P88
STUNNING
STRAWBERRY
WREATH BY
NICOLA VALIJI
June issue of
Let’s Knit on sale
THURSDAY 7TH MAY
To make a tassel, pinch
a piece of yarn between
your thumb and the bottom
of your little finger, then
wind the yarn around your
four splayed fingers. Keep
winding then slide the loop
of yarn off your hand. Cut
a short length of yarn and
thread through the loop.
Tie the yarn into a tight
knot. Cut another short
length of yarn and tie
it securely about 2cm
from the top of your loop.
Finally, cut the bottom
of your loop so that you
are left with a tassel.
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Knitting Rules
6THATWEREMADETO BE
When we’re
first taught to knit,
we are often told a few
hard and fast rules that
actually turn out to be more
like guidelines. We’re not saying
that you shouldn’t listen to
what other knitters tell you,
but remember that there is
always an exception to
the rule.
Broken!
DON’T STOP IN THE MIDDLE OF A ROW
If you haven’t yet learnt to read your stitches or your tension is inconsistent, this isn’t a
bad practice to follow. However, if you’re working on a project that has hundreds of
stitches, like a blanket or shawl, it is perfectly understable if you can’t finish your row
before bedtime (or nature calls). Just make a note of which row you’re on and slide the
stitches down the needle so they don’t drop off the end. When you return to your
project, the yarn will be coming from your right needle.
Only join a new yarn
at the start of a row
That’s great in theory, but if you’re working
in the round, you don’t have much choice!
Similarly when working with a self-patterning
yarn, cutting out a chunk of the colour
sequence because there’s not enough to
complete a full row is going to be really
noticeable. Just try to make your join as
inconspicuous as possible, wherever it comes.
Wash your
knits by hand
Not everyone has time for that, so let’s
pause to appreciate the marvellous
invention that is superwash wool! Choose
your yarn wisely and you can pop your project
in with your regular wash.
Knot
yarns together
when changing
colours
Some knitters like to do this and
that’s perfectly ok. But you don’t
have to. Just work a few stitches
and the new yarn will be secure.
After a couple of rows, you
can safely weave in
your ends.
Use the
‘correct’
needles for
your yarn
The labels on yarn balls often include a tension and
needle size, which is great as a suggestion but not
everybody knits to the same gauge. If you’re a loose
knitter, you might need a smaller needle to match the
tension given in your pattern. For those of you who are
dabbling at designing, you might be trying out a different
effect - a bigger needle and a thinner yarn creates an
easy lacy look. ‘Correct’ is actually rather subjective.
Always do a
tension square
Theoretically yes. However, in
reality it depends on the project. For
garments, you should do a tension
square, but for a toy it is far less
important - just make sure the
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What’s The Secret?
DISCOVER TOP TIPS FOR TRICKY TECHNIQUES
QWhen doing Fair Isle,
is there a method to
how you should strand
the colours?
A Fair Isle knitting is
one of our favourite
techniques but,
because it looks so complex
and you are using more than
one strand of yarn, many
people are put off trying
it. Taming your wool is the
secret to successful stranding
so here are a few tips for you:
Learn continental knitting.
That way you can hold one
yarn in your left hand and
one in your right and you
won’t need to untangle
your colours at the end of
the row. Admittedly it will
take a bit of practise, but
it will definitely help your
strands to lie nice and flat.
Organise your colours. If
our first tip is not for you,
be consistent with your
yarns when changing
colours. For example, make
sure you always take colour
A from the top when you
pick it up and colour B from
the bottom. You will know
if you have got this right
because, again, your yarn
won’t be tangled.
You could try a knitting
thimble. This is a little metal
coil with a loop at each
end. You place one colour
in one loop and the other
in the opposite loop. This
will help you manage your
yarns as you knit.
Don’t pull your strands too
tight. As you knit make sure
you aren’t adding too much
tension to the yarn that
is being stranded or your
knitting will look puckered.
Make sure the stitches you
are stranding across are
spread out and don’t pull
too much as you
strand colours.
The Yarn
Doctors
JULIET AND BRONAGH FROM THE
UKHKA OFFER THEIR EXPERT ADVICE
How to make an eyelet
Eyelets are the deliberate holes that form your openwork pattern and whether
you are adding tiny detail or are working on an lace masterpiece, the principle is
the same - all you need is a yarn over increase and a corresponding decrease.
To increase, make an extra stitch by taking
the yarn over the top of the right needle from
front to back. If your yarn is at the back of
the work, move it between the needles first
before making your increase.
A knit two together (k2tog) leans to the right,
while a slip, slip, knit (ssk) decrease leans to
the left. Slip the stitches one at a time before
returning them to the left needle and knitting
them together through the back loop.
Because you have increased, you need to
decrease to keep your stitch count correct
and complete your eyelet. Using the correct
decrease will shape your eyelet pattern so
the stitches are angled in a specific direction.
Eyelets can be arranged into
pretty patterns, like the
zigzags on Anniken Allis’s
Batwing Lace Top. Find the
pattern on page 24!
THANKS TO JULIET
AND BRONAGH
FROM THE UKHKA
Eyelets can also be used to make small buttonholes or the openings the
thread a drawstring through!
So versatile!
A yarn forward (yfwd) is worked between
two knit stitches, a yarn over needle (yon) is
worked between a purl and a knit, and a yarn
round needle (yrn) is used between two purl
stitches or a knit and a purl.
K2TOG
SSK

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Here at Let’s Knit HQ we
are always on the look out
for new and exciting ways
to embellish our projects, so
you can imagine our delight
when we first spotted the
bobbles on this super-cute
jumper. Simple to make and
incredibly effective, they
add an unusual design touch
to an otherwise traditional
knit. With an age range of
three months to seven years,
youngsters everywhere will
be able to embrace this
funky look.
YOUR LITTLE ONE WILL LOVE THIS
FUNKY GARMENT FROM JO ALLPORT
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DK
YARN
3.25MM, 4MM
NEEDLES
Pattern
Stitches
BOBBLE PATT
NOTE: this pattern is worked
over a multiple of six
stitches and 16 rows. Carry
yarn A up the side of your
work. Either cut yarn B and
rejoin or carry up the side.
When slipping stitches,
spread them out to keep
fabric elastic
£Row1:usingyarnA,k
to end
£Row2:usingyarnA,p
to end
£ Row 3: using yarn B,
* sl1wyib,MB,sl4wyib,rep
from * to end
£ Row 4: using yarn B,
* sl4wyif,p1tbl,sl1wyif,rep
from * to end
£Row5:usingyarnA,k
to end
£Row6:usingyarnA,p
to end
£ Rows 7-10: rep Rows 5-6
£Row11:usingyarnB, * sl4
wyib, MB, sl 1 wyib, rep from
*toend
£ Row 12: using yarn B,
* sl1wyif,p1tbl,sl4wyif,rep
from * to end
£ Row 13: using yarn A, k
to end
£ Row 14: using yarn A, p
to end
£ Rows 15-16: rep Rows 13-14
CHART
WHAT YOU
NEED TO
KNOW...
MEASUREMENTS & SIZES
Age (approx): 3-6mths (6-12mths, 12-24mths,
2-3yrs, 4-5yrs, 6-7yrs)
To fit chest (cm): 41 (46, 51, 56, 61, 66)
Actual chest (cm): 46 (52, 57, 65, 70, 75)
Actual length to back neck (cm): 27 (30, 32,
38, 43, 48)
KNIT KIT
Yarn: Rico Baby Dream DK, shades (A) 002
Pink Mix, 3 (3, 4, 5, 5, 6) 50g balls; (B) Rico
Baby Cotton Soft DK, shade 055 Purple, one
50g ball
Needles: 3.25mm straight and circular,
4mm straight
Stitch holder
TENSION SQUARE
n22stsx28rows
n 10cm x 10cm
n Stocking stitch
n 4mm needles
TENSION SQUARE
n22stsx31rows
n 10cm x 10cm
n Bobble pattern
n 4mm needles
FOR ABBREVIATIONS SEE PAGE 97
ABOUT THE YARN
Rico Baby Dream DK is a super-soft
mix of acrylic and polyamide. A practical
pick, this yarn can be machine washed
and features stunning shades that create
gorgeous stripes once knitted. Designed
with little ones in mind, it costs £3.79 per
50g (122m) ball from woolwarehouse.co.uk
10% OFF AT WOOL WAREHOUSE.
USE THE USE THE CODE LK157.
£ Next row: work without
shaping
£ Rep last three rows until a
total of 39 (43, 47, 52, 56, 60)
sts have been decreased at
neck edge AT THE SAME
TIME when 41 (45, 49, 63, 73,
87) rows have been
completed, work armhole
shaping as folls:
£ Next row (WS): cast off 2
(2,2,3,3,3)sts,worktoend
as set
£ Work another 26 (30, 32,
34, 38, 40) rows dec one st at
armhole edge of next and
every foll RS row until 11 (11, 11,
11, 12, 13) sts rem
£ Work one row without
shaping
NOTE: Front should meas
same as Back to shoulders
£ Cast off
LEFT FRONT
£Work**to**asforBack
Change to 4mm needles and
work in Bobble Patt as folls
working in yarn shades
stated in Bobble Patt:
£ Next row (RS): using yarn
A, k1, work Bobble Patt Row 1
across 48 (54, 60, 72, 78, 84)
sts,k4(4,4,0,0,0)
£ Next row: using yarn A, p4
(4, 4, 0, 0, 0), work Bobble
Patt Row 2 across 48 (54, 60,
72, 78, 84) sts, p1
These two rows set position
of patt
NOTE: when working on a
yarn B row, slip all sts apart
from the first and last sts of
the row, to keep only the
Bobbles in yarn B
£Work2(2,2,4,6,12)rows
more in patt as set
Work sloping neckline
as folls:
First, second, third
and fourth sizes only
Cont in patt as set working
shaping as folls:
£ Next two rows: dec one st
Start
knitting
here...
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KEY
RS: knit
WS: purl
yarn A
bobble
WS: p tbl
6 st patt rep
RS: slip purlwise with yarn at the back
WS: slip purlwise with yarn in front
yarn B
BACK
** Using 3.25mm needles and
yarn A, cast on 53 (59, 65,
73, 79, 85) sts
£Row1(RS):k1, * p1,k1,rep
from * to end
£Row2:*p1,k1,repfrom
* tolastst,p1
These two rows set Single rib
£ Work in Single rib for 3cm,
ending after a WS row **
Change to 4mm needles
£Begwithak(RS)row,
work 40 (44, 48, 62, 72,
86) rows in st st, ending
after a WS row
Shape armhole
£Castoff2(2,2,3,3,3)sts
at beg of next two rows. 49
(55, 61, 67, 73, 79) sts
£ Work 26 (30, 32, 34, 38,
40) rows more AT THE SAME
TIME dec one st at each end
of next and every foll RS row
until 47 (49, 51, 53, 57, 61) sts
rem, ending after a WS row
Shape shoulders
£ Cast off 11 (11, 11, 11, 12, 13)
sts at beg of next two rows
Place rem 25 (27, 29, 31, 33,
35) sts on a holder
RIGHT FRONT
£Work**to**asforBack
Change to 4mm needles
£Begwithakrow,work4
(4,4,6,8,14)rowsinstst
Cont in st st, working sloping
neckline as folls:
£ Next two rows: dec one st
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£ Work another 31 (35, 37, 39, 43,
45) rows dec one st at armhole
end of next and every foll RS row
until 11 (11, 11, 11, 12, 13) sts rem
NOTE: Front should meas same
as Back to shoulders
£ Cast off
SLEEVES (make two)
Using 3.25mm needles and
yarn A, cast on 36 (36, 38, 40, 44,
46) sts
£Row1(RS):*k1,p1,repfrom
*toend
This row sets Single rib
£ Work in Single rib until cuff
meas 3cm, ending after a WS row
Change to 4mm needles
£Begwithakrowworkfour
rows in st st
£Row5(inc):k1,m1,ktolastst,
m1, k1
£ Cont in st st working inc row
on every foll 10th (8th, 6th, 6th,
8th, 8th) row until there are 42
(46, 50, 54, 60, 64) sts
£ Cont without shaping until
Sleeve meas 15 (17, 20, 24, 29,
33) cm, ending after a WS row
Shape sleeve top
£Castoff2(2,2,3,3,3)stsat
beg of next two rows. 38 (42, 46,
48, 54, 58) sts
£Deconestateachendof
next four rows. 30 (34, 38, 40,
46, 50) sts
£Deconestateachendofnext
and every foll RS row for a total
of 4 (6, 10, 12, 12, 12) rows. 26
(28, 28, 28, 34, 38) sts
£Deconestateachendofnext
4(4,4,4,4,6)rows.18(20,20,
20, 26, 26) sts **
£Castoff6(6,6,6,8,8)stsat
beg of next two rows
£ Cast off rem sts
NECKLINE EDGING
Sew both shoulder seams
£ Using 3.25mm circular needle
and yarn B with RS facing and
starting at Right front, pick up and
k 60 (66, 72, 82, 92, 102) sts
across diagonal, k25 (27, 29, 31,
33, 35) sts from Back holder, pick
up and k 60 (66, 72, 82, 92, 102)
sts across left front diagonal. 145
(159, 173, 195, 217, 239) sts
£ K four rows
£ Cast off
TO MAKE UP
Sew sleeve caps into armholes.
Overlap Left Front so Bobble patt
is uppermost then sew side
seams catching both layers. Sew
sleeve seams. See ball band for
further care instructions LK
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£ Next row: work without
shaping
£ Rep last three rows until a total
of 39 (43, 47, 52, -,
-)stshave
been decreased at neck edge AT
THE SAME TIME when 44 (50,
54, 68, -,
- ) rows have been
completed, work armhole
shaping as folls:
Fifth and sixth sizes only
Cont in patt as set working
shaping as folls:
NOTE: where there is a
decrease on a yarn B row, work
the decrease in yarn B
£Deconestatendofnextand
every foll RS row until a total of -
(-,
-,
- , 56, 60) sts have been
decreased AT THE SAME TIME
when - (-,
-,
-, 80, 96) rows have
been completed, work armhole
shaping as folls:
Armhole shaping (all sizes)
NOTE: the length to the armhole
should match the Back
£ Next row (RS): cast off 2 (2, 2,
3,3,3)sts,worktoendasset

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LK favourite Susie Johns has used a natural fibre and colour palette to create an
utterly adorable outfit for the little one in your life. This unisex knit is a traditional
choice that will give your youngster a fuss-free look throughout the spring and
summer months. Not only is this project attractive, it is also practical, as the tunic
features a generous neckline and slits up the side, with the shorts held up by elastic
and offering plenty of room for nappies or training pants.
WONDER
Natural
TREAT YOUR TOT TO THIS GORGEOUS TUNIC AND TROUSER SET
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GREAT FOR
IMPROVERS
DK
YARN
3.75MM , 4.5MM
NEEDLES
WHAT YOU
NEED TO
KNOW...
MEASUREMENTS & SIZES
Age (mths): 3-6 (6-12, 12-24)
Tunic chest (cm): 50 (54, 58)
Tunic length (cm): 27 (29, 31)
Sleeve length (cm): 16 (17, 18.5)
Length of trousers (cm): 30 (33, 40)
KNIT KIT
Yarn: King Cole Finesse Cotton Silk DK,
shade 2811 Cream, 4 (5, 6) 50g balls
Needles: 3.75mm, 4.5mm
Stitch holders
Tapestry needle
Safety pin
Elastic: 38 (40, 42) cm x 15mm
Sewing needle and thread
TENSION SQUARE
n20stsx28rows
n 10cm x 10cm
n Over patt
n 4.5mm needles
FOR ABBREVIATIONS SEE PAGE 97
ABOUT THE YARN
King Cole Finesse Cotton Silk DK is
77% cotton and 23% silk. It comes in a
range of ten subtle colours. The natural
fibres are just right for a baby and the
knitted fabric is soft and drapey. Hand
washing is recommended. This DK
yarn costs £2.49 per 50g (120m) ball
from 01409 404010, lovecrafts.com
NEED AN ALTERNATIVE
Rico Creative Cotton DK is a beautiful
100% cotton choice that comes in a
range of pretty pastel shades. Suited
to sensitive skin, this practical fibre
can be machine washed on a gentle
setting. It costs £1.65 per 50g (115m)
ball from 01283 713742, zarela.co .uk
Start
knitting
here
Tunic
* Using 4.5mm needles,
cast on 52 (56, 60) sts
£Row1(RS):ktoend
£ Rows 2-3: rep Row
1 twice more
£Row4:k3,pto
last three sts, k3
£Row5:ktoend
£ Rep Rows 4-5 eight times
£Begwithaprow,workin
st st until work meas 16 (17,
18) cm from cast-on edge,
ending after a RS row
Shape armholes
£ Cast off three sts at
beg of next two rows.
46 (50, 54) sts **
£ Cont in st st until work
meas 26 (28, 30) cm,
ending after a WS row
Right shoulder
£Row1:k16(17,18),turn
and leave rem sts on holder
£ Rows 2-5: dec one
st at neck edge on next
four rows. 12 (13, 14) sts
£Row6:ptoend
£ Cast off
Left shoulder
£ With RS facing, sl
centre 14 (16, 18) sts on
holder, rejoin yarn to rem
16 (17, 18) sts, k to end
£ Complete as for Right
shoulder, reversing shaping
FRONT
£WorkasforBackfrom*to**
£ Cont in st st until work meas
19 (20, 21) cm from cast-on
edge, ending after a WS row
Left front
£ Row 1: k22 (24, 26), turn
and leave rem sts on holder
£Continststonthese
sts until work meas 23 (25,
27) cm from cast-on edge,
ending after a RS row
£Nextrow:castoff4(5,6)
sts, p to end. 18 (19, 20) sts
£ Dec one st at neck edge
on next six rows. 12 (13, 14) sts
£ Cast off
Right front
With RS facing, rejoin
yarn to sts on holder
£Castofftwosts,ktoend
£ Complete as for Left
front, reversing shaping
Sleeve (make two)
Using 3.75mm needles,
cast on 28 (30, 32) sts
£Rows1-3:ktoend
Change to 4.5mm needles
£Row4:ptoend
£Row5:k1,kfb,kto
last two sts, kfb, k1
£ Rows 6-10: beg with a p
row, work five rows in st st
£ Rep Rows 5-10 until
there are 40 (44, 48) sts
£ Cont in st st with no further
shaping until work meas 16 (17,
18.5) cm from cast-on edge
£ Cast off
Neckband
Join back and front
along Right shoulder
£ With RS facing, starting at
front left shoulder, pick up
and k 10 (11, 12) sts along Left
front neck, 8 (9, 10) sts down
Left front opening, two sts
along base of Front opening,
8 (9, 10) sts up Right front
opening, 10 (11, 12) sts along
Right front neck, five sts down
right Back neck, 14 (16, 18) sts
from holder, and five sts up
left Back neck. 64 (69, 74) sts
£ Cast off
Trousers
LEG (make two)
Using 3.75mm needles,
cast on 69 (76, 83) sts
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issue
COLOURFUL
BABY DRESS BY
JO ALLPORT
June issue of
Let’s Knit on sale
THURSDAY 7TH MAY
BABY
pattern
A LOCAL
YARN SHOP IS
A GREAT PLACE
TO BUY ALL
YOUR KNITTY
ESSENTIALS
FIND YOURS
ON P88
£Begwithakrow,
work five rows in st st
£Konerow
£Begwithakrow,
work four rows in st st
Change to 4.5mm needles
£ Cont in st st until
work meas 21 (23, 25)
cm from cast-on edge
Shape leg
£Continstst,decone
st at each end of next and
every foll 3rd (3rd, 4th) row,
until 49 (54, 59) sts rem
£ Cont without further
shaping until work meas
31 (33, 35)cm from cast-on
edge, ending with a k row
Change to 3.75mm needles
£ K three rows
£ Cast off
TO MAKE UP
Stitch left shoulder seam
of Tunic. Join sleeves to
armhole edge, then stitch
sleeve seams. Sew side
seams, stopping at garter
stitch edge to form side
slits. Weave in all remaining
ends. Join centre back and
front seams of trousers.
Stitch inside leg seams. On
top edge, form a waistband
by folding to wrong side
along garter stitch ridge.
Stitch cast-on edge to inside,
leaving a small (2-3cm)
gap. Thread elastic on to
a safety pin or bodkin and
thread through channel.
Overlap ends by 2cm and
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Long length yarns
Next
issue
Pure fibres that are perfect for little ones
Get more top yarns at your local yarn shop! Find your nearest store on p88.
NATURAL
for Baby
CALL IT A CRUSH
Offering five unique ombre colour
ways, this DK yarn from King Cole
is a favourite here at Let's Knit HQ.
Released alongside a collection of
adorable baby patterns, including a
pretty pinafore and a practical hooded
jacket, it is a super-soft cotton with
all the components of an excellent
baby yarn.
King Cole Cottonsoft Baby
Crush DK, shade 2874
Blues, 100g, £4.79,
purplelindacrafts.co.uk
BEAUTIFUL
BLEND
From incredible stitch definition
and a fabulous colour palette to
a super-soft feel and a luxurious
blend, Rowan's Baby Cashsoft
Merino has so much to offer.
Although it is the perfect fibre
for treating your tot, it could also
work well for adult garments and
accessories. Don't be deceived
by the high-quality aspects of this
yarn, it is practical too and
can be machine washed
on a gentle setting.
ROWAN BABY CASHSOFT
MERINO, shade 116
Fuchsia, 50g, £4.99,
blacksheepwools.com
PRECIOUS PICK
Another excellent option is this 100%
Merino Wool fibre. Choose from a whole
host of attractive shades as you explore
this pretty offering from the Peter Pan
collection. Babies will love the super-soft
texture, plus parents will thank you
for the fact that this yarn is machine-
washable and hardwearing enough to
stand the test of time.
PETER PAN MERINO BABY DK,
shade 3038 Apricot, 50g, £3.23,
smdknitting.com
SAY YES
TO SILK
If you have a soft spot for colourful
yarns, allow us to introduce you
to this fabulous fibre. Available
in over 40 shades, there is sure
to be a colour combination that
will delight your youngster. A
gorgeous blend of wool, silk and
cashmere, this yarn is a must have
for knitters everywhere.
SUBLIME BABY CASHMERE
MERINO SILK DK, shade 162
Pinkaboo, 50g, £4.99,
woolwarehouse.co .uk
ABSOLUTE BLISS
Available in a range of signature Debbie Bliss
shades, this super-soft fibre is just the thing for
your upcoming baby knits. Practical too, it can be
machine washed on a gentle setting, so you won't
have to worry about the reality of everyday life with
a little one. Cosy, cute and durable, this fibre really
does have it all.
DEBBIE BLISS BABY CASHMERINO,
shade 91 Acid Yellow, 50g, £4.99 from
lovecrafts.com
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BEST OF
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Spun from 100% Falkland Islands Wool,
this yarn isn't just a joy to look at, it is
sustainable too! Together you and your
youngster can show your support for
the British wool industry, simultaneously
enjoying an incredibly soft fibre that
comes in a selection of classic shades.
If you decide to treat yourself to this
classic pick, be sure to check out the
adorable pattern collection.
WEST YORKSHIRE SPINNERS
BO PEEP PURE, shade 446
Dandelion, 50g, £6.50 from
wyspinners.com
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Designed with babies and children
in mind, this soft and gentle yarn is
a joy to craft with. Suited to any 4ply
knitting pattern it is also a versatile
pick and would therefore make a
sensible addition to your stash.
This fibre comes in handy 50g
balls and is offered in a selection
of stunning shades.
NOVITA BABY MERINO, shade
326 Silver Willow, 50g, £5.50
from deramores.com
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KEEP
CALM
AND
Me-time MOMENT...
Cast On!
SIMPLE WAYS TO BRING
MINDFULNESS INTO YOUR
WORLD – AND YOUR KNITTING!
“Being engaged in the rhythm of the
stitch helps to focus the mind and keep
in the present moment, so the very act of
knitting becomes a form of meditation”
ERIKA KNIGHT
Does good preparation lead to
good perception?
When I started to master the intarsia
technique I thought I would knit a
pattern of circles in different colours
on a scarf. Most knitting patterns
I found had intarsia
squares or rectangles,
perhaps triangles or
diamonds. I can be
a trifle stubborn, so
circles I was having.
4mm needles, DK
weight yarn wound
onto bobbins for
the colour changes,
stitch pattern drawn onto graph
paper. With preparation complete I
commenced with the knitting. First
circle knit. It looked terrible.
My methodology was correct. I
had spent care and time on the
preparation, the execution of the
construction was meticulous, but
something was wrong. It was all
jagged at the edges, resulting in
a circle with poor resolution on the
border.
Then I realised, I was looking at
the circle the wrong way. Smaller
needles and thinner yarn would have
allowed me a clearer, more defined
edge. However, to make a
circle of the same size more
stitches would be required
than with the DK equivalent.
This means more time, more
breaths and more thoughts.
This made me realise
more about my life and
actions. They say ‘perfect
preparation prevents
poor performance’, however, the
‘P ’ that was missing in this case
was ‘perception’. I started to think,
and realise that preparation is all
well and good in the planning, but
having a break, stopping to think and
considering the minutiae of a project
is what leads to perfect results. The
perception by others of one’s actions
need to be deeply considered.
PUT THE KETTLE ON
Relax and enjoy a mindful brew
1 Dr Stuarts Tranquility Tea, £2 .79 from drstuarts.com
2 Happy Hedgehogs mug cosy pattern, $8 from saylittlehenshop.com
3 Knitting Is My Happy Place mug, £10 from myhappyplacewoolshop.co .uk
Sock expert Christine Perry, aka Winwick Mum, knows
all about the calming effects of sock knitting. She aims
to encourage beginners ‘to not only enhance their
sock drawers but also their wellbeing as they discover
the simple pleasure of knitting in the round’. The
Winwick Mum Collection features four designs for
adventurous beginners in new shades of West Yorkshire
Spinners’ Signature 4ply, with colours that slowly reveal
themselves as you work. The book has an RRP of £8.50
and the yarn £7.50. Visit wyspinners.com for stockists.
The circles
of life
Dr Thomas Ernst FRCP says...
Mindful knitting with
JAMES MCINTOSH
knitmcintosh.com
“Taking a deliberate pause to collect one’s thoughts can
lead to a better outcome, even if you think you know the
answer. Sit still and let your thoughts meander, following
each thought with a conscious breath.”
Dr Thomas Ernst FRCP is a senior consultant physician at a
leading London teaching hospital specialising in mindfulness
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and time on the
preparation, but
something was
wrong.”

GARMENT
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KNIT MARTIN STOREY’S
ELEMENTARY CARDIGAN
SIMPLE
Stitch
Drapey, textured, and comfortable to
wear, there are many things to love about
this chic and stylish knit from Rowan.
One more thing to note: it’s got pockets,
which makes it practical too! There’s a
four-row knit and purl pattern repeat
that’s easy to remember and the sleeves
are worked along with the body to reduce
the amount of sewing up. The neutral
shade makes it an everyday favourite but
you could use any colour you like!

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IMPROVERS
DK
YARN
3.25MM, 4MM
NEEDLES
BACK
Using 3.25mm needles,
cast on 127 (139, 149, 161,
171) sts
£Ksixrows
Change to 4mm needles and
commence patt as folls:
£Row1(RS):k1, * p1,k1,rep
from * to end
£Row2:asRow1
£Row3:p1, * k1,p1,repfrom
*toend
These four rows set patt
£ Cont in patt until Back
meas 34 (34.5, 35, 35.5, 36)
cm, ending after a WS row
Shape sleeve
£Continpattinconestat
each end of next and two foll
fourth rows, then on foll four
alt rows, then on foll 15 rows,
ending after a WS row. 171
(183, 193, 205, 215) sts
£Caston5(5,7,7,7)stsat
beg of next two rows. 181
(193, 207, 219, 229) sts
£ Patt 42 (46, 50, 56, 60)
rows, ending after a WS row
Shape shoulders
£ Next row (RS): cast off 4 (4,
4, 5, 5) sts, patt until there are
17 (17, 20, 20, 20) sts on right
needle, turn
Leave rem sts on a holder
and work each side of neck
separately
£ Dec one st at neck edge
on next five rows, ending
after a WS row AT THE SAME
TIMEcastoff4(4,5,5,5)sts
at beg of second and foll alt
row.4(4,5,5,5)sts
£ Cast off
£ With RS facing, leave
next 29 (29, 31, 31, 33) sts
on a holder for front band,
rejoin yarn and patt to end
£ Complete to match first
side, reversing shapings
POCKET LININGS
(make two)
Using 4mm needles cast on
33 (33, 35, 35, 37) sts
£BegwithaRow1,work46
(46, 48, 48, 50) rows in patt
as for Back
Cut yarn and leave sts on
a holder
LEFT FRONT
Using 3.25mm needles,
cast on 63 (69, 74, 80, 85) sts
£Ksixrows
Change to 4mm needles and
commence patt as folls:
£Row1(RS):*k1,p1,rep
from*tolast1(1,0,0,1)st,k1
(1,0,0,1)
£Row2:k1(1,0,0,1), * p1,k1,
rep from * to end
£Row3:*p1,k1,repfrom
* tolast1(1,0,0,1)st,p1(1,
0,0,1)
£Row4:p1(1,0,0,1), * k1,p1,
rep from * to end
These four rows set patt
£ Cont in patt for a further
42 (42, 44, 44, 46) rows,
ending after a WS row
Place pocket as folls:
£ Next row (RS): patt 12 (14,
16, 18, 20) sts, slip next 33
(33, 35, 35, 37) sts onto a
holder for pocket top, patt
across 33 (33, 35, 35, 37) sts
of first Pocket lining, patt rem
18 (22, 23, 27, 28) sts
£ Cont in patt without
shaping until six rows fewer
have been worked than on
Back to beg of sleeve
shaping, ending after a
WS row
Shape front slope
£ Keeping patt correct, dec
one st at end of next row. 62
(68, 73, 79, 84) sts
£ Patt five rows
Shape sleeve
£ Keeping patt correct, inc
one st at beg of next and two
WHAT YOU
NEED TO
KNOW...
MEASUREMENTS & SIZES
Dress size (approx): 8-10 (12-14, 16-18,
20-22, 24-26)
To fit chest (cm): 81-86 (91-97, 102-107,
112-117, 122-127)
Actual chest (cm): 115.5 (126.5, 135.5,
146.5, 155.5)
Length (cm): 71.5 (73, 75, 77.5, 79)
KNIT KIT
Yarn: Rowan Softyak DK, shade 245 Taupe,
10 (11, 12, 14, 15) 50g balls
Needles: 3.25mm, 4mm, both straight,
3.25mm (120cm) circular
Stitch holder
Tapestry needle
TENSION SQUARE
n22stsx31rows
n 10cm x 10cm
n Over patt
n 4mm needles
FOR ABBREVIATIONS SEE PAGE 97
ABOUT THE YARN
Rowan Softyak DK is a gorgeous mix of 76%
cotton, 15% yak and 9% nylon. The chainette
construction makes it light to wear and it’s
machine washable too. It costs £7.29 per
50g (135m) ball from 01925 764231,
blacksheepwools.com
foll fourth rows, then on foll
four alt rows, then at same
edge on foll 15 rows, ending
after a WS row AT THE SAME
TIME dec one st at front
slope edge on next and five
foll sixth rows. 78 (84, 89, 95,
100) sts
£Caston5(5,7,7,7)stsat
beg of next row. 83 (89, 96,
102, 107) sts
£ Keeping patt correct, dec
one st at front slope edge on
fourth and 6 (7, 7, 7, 9) foll
sixth rows, then on 0 (0, 0, 1,
0) foll eighth row. 76 (81, 88,
93, 97) sts
£Work3(1,5,3,3)rows,
ending after a WS row
Shape shoulder
£ Keeping patt correct, cast
off3(3,4,4,4)stsatbegof
next and foll 8 (2, 16, 10, 6) alt
rows,then4(4,5,5,5)stsat
beg of foll 10 (16, 2, 8, 12) alt
rows AT THE SAME TIME
dec one st at front slope
edge of 3rd (5th, next, 5th,
5th) and 3 (0, 2, 0, 0) foll sixth
rows, then on 1 (3, 2, 3, 3) foll
eighth rows. 4 (4, 5, 5, 5) sts
£ Patt one row
£ Cast off
RIGHT FRONT
Using 3.25mm needles, cast
on 63 (69, 74, 80, 85) sts
£Ksixrows
Change to 4mm needles and
commence patt as folls:
£Row1(RS):k1(1,0,0,1),
* p1,k1,repfrom*toend
£Row2:*k1,p1,repfrom*
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tolast1(1,0,0,1)st,k1(1,0,
0, 1)
£Row3:p1(1,0,0,1), * k1,
p1, rep from * to end
£Row4:*p1,k1,repfrom
* tolast1(1,0,0,1)st,p1(1,
0,0,1)
These four rows set patt
£ Cont in patt for a further
42 (42, 44, 44, 46) rows,
ending after a WS row
Place pocket as folls:
£ Next row (RS): patt 18 (22,
23, 27, 28) sts, slip next 33
(33, 35, 35, 37) sts onto
holder for pocket top, patt
across 33 (33, 35, 35, 37) sts
of second Pocket lining, patt
rem 12 (14, 16, 18, 20) sts
£ Cont in patt without
shaping until six rows fewer
have been worked than on
Back to beg of sleeve
shaping, ending after a
WS row
Shape front slope
£ Keeping patt correct, dec
one st at beg of next row. 62
(68, 73, 79, 84) sts
£ Complete to match Left
front, reversing shapings
TO MAKE UP
Lightly press. Join both
shoulder seams using
backstitch or mattress stitch
FRONT BAND
£ Using 3.25mm circular
needle and with RS facing,
beg and ending at front
cast-on edges, pick up and k
76 (77, 78, 79, 80) sts up
right front opening edge to
beg of front slope shaping,
94 (97, 101, 108, 112) sts up
Right front slope, and five sts
down right side of Back
neck, k across 29 (29, 31, 31,
33) sts on Back holder inc
one st at centre, then pick
up and k five sts up left side
of Back neck, 94 (97, 101,
108, 112) sts down left front
slope to beg of front slope
shaping, and 76 (77, 78, 79,
80) sts down left front
opening edge. 380 (388,
400, 416, 428) sts
£Row1(WS):k1,p2, * k2,
p2, rep from * to last st, k1
£Row2:k3, * p2,k2,rep
from * to last st, k1
These two rows set rib
£ Cont in rib for a further 12
rows, ending after a RS row
£Row15(WS):k1,p3(2,3,1,
2), p2tog, [p8, p2tog] 37 (38,
39, 41, 42) times, p3 (2, 3, 1,
2), k1. 342 (349, 360, 374,
385) sts
£Row16:ktoend
£Row17:k1,ptolastst,k1
£ Rep last two rows
twice more
£ Cast off
CUFFS (alike)
£ Using 3.25mm needles
and with RS facing, pick up
and k 66 (74, 78, 86, 94) sts
evenly along armhole
opening row-end edge
£Row1(WS):p2, * k2,p2,
rep from * to end
£Row2:k2, * p2,k2,rep
from * to end
These two rows set rib
£ Cont in rib until Cuff meas
8cm, ending after a WS row
£Castoffinrib
POCKET TOPS (alike)
Slip 33 (33, 35, 35, 37) sts
onto 3.25mm needles and
rejoin yarn with RS facing
£Konerow,inc3(3,1,1,3)
sts evenly across row. 36
(36, 36, 36, 40) sts
£ Beg with Row 1, work
five rows in rib as given for
Front band
£Castoffinrib
Sew side, underarm and
pocket seams. Weave in
ends LK
Introducing your new everyday
favourite cardi - available in
sizes 8-26!
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OUR MONTHLY ROUND-UP OF HOW YOU CAN
USE YOUR NEEDLES FOR A GOOD CAUSE
Launched in January 2018, the red hat
appeal is an initiative from the National
Maternal and Neonatal Health Safety
Collaborative. They have asked knitters
to make tiny hats using red wool. The
hats are then given to babies who have
to be monitored closely, so that parents
and staff members can easily identify
the little ones in need of extra care. This
worthy cause was brought to our
attention by Let’s Knit reader Anita Darch
who has been busy making an impressive
number of woolly donations. If you would like
to show your support go online to find out if
your local maternity unit is in need of red hats.
Over to you
ENDLESS
CREATIVI-TEA
With more than 60 talented members,
the inspirational craft group Creativi-TEA
transformed St John the Baptist Church
in Heather, Leicestershire into the
first church in the country to be yarn
bombed. The display took over a year
to create and raised more than £3,000
for the church’s tower fund. The group
supports a number of charities and is
currently working towards a £5,000
target to buy and train a guide dog
for the blind. If you would like to lend
your support or learn more about this
generous group of crafters, you can
contact their leader Paula Sharpe via
paula@cpsharpe.co.uk
TALES OF YOUR TERRIFIC
CHARITY EFFORTS!
CORNER
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Hats to
“ Knitted chicks, hens, rabbits and blue tits which
contain a Creme Egg for Easter. I, along with my
95 year old mother, Kitty Lee, have been knitting
them to sell in aid of the Rowan’s Hospice in
Portsmouth.”
Elizabeth Holman
These are fantastic, Elizabeth
HELP
Let us know your favourite charitable causes
to knit for! Share your stories and photos on
social media or email them to
adrienne.chandler@aceville.co.uk
“T h is is my octopus. I send
them to get checked before
they get sent to preemie
babies at hospital. This is
number ten so far this year!”
Tracy Mccarthy
Wow, well done Tracy!
“ Currently making little
hats for the Innocent
Big Knit”
Yvonne Mather
You’ve been very
busy, Yvonne!
“ Hat for charity from
the March issue of
Let’s Knit”
Ann Arbuckle
This is lovely, Ann
“Some of the 50 plus chicks and
eggs for the local Family
Space and playgroup for
Easter. Because some of
the children are not
allowed chocolate I
knitted the eggs instead
of cream eggs. They will
be used in an egg hunt.”
Chris Hancock
That’s so impressive, Chris
Beautiful
Butterflies
Founded by Donna Dighton in 2015,
the Purple Butterfly Facebook group
work together to create knitted items
that are then donated to hospitals
in need within the UK. From cup
cosies that were sent to hospitals
in time for Father’s Day to teddies
and puppets that were shared with
younger patients, this fabulous group
of creatives have produced so many
wonderful
projects.
They are
currently
working
on purple
hats in
celebration
of World
Prematurity
Day which
takes
place on Tuesday 17th November.
If you would like to join the closed
group you can find Purple Butterfly
on Facebook, make your request and
answer the relevant questions.

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Support Stroke Association’s
annual campaign by
organising a purple-themed
fundraiser. This pretty
pattern is the perfect
accessory to knit for your
Make May Purple event - and
you can wear it all year long.
The design is finished off
with a crochet border.
STYLISH SHAWL
MEASUREMENTS
AND SIZES
One size
KNIT KIT
Yarn: DROPS Nepal, shades
(A) 4434 Purple/Violet Mix, five
50g balls, (B) 4311 Purple/Grey,
one 50g ball
Needles: 5mm (80cm) circular
Crochet hook: 4.5mm
TENSION
n17stsx22rows
n 10cm x 10cm
n Stocking stitch
n 5mm needles
ABOUT THE YARN
Drops Nepal blends 65%
wool and 35% alpaca. Projects
should be handwashed. It costs
£2.05 per 50g (75m) ball from
purplesheepyarns.co.uk
SHAWL
Using 5mm circular needle and
yarn A, cast on four sts
Work back and forth in rows as
folls:
£Rows1-2:ktoend
Commence Drop St Patt as folls:
£Row3(RS):k2,ktolasttwo
sts, k2
£Row4:k2,ptolasttwosts,
m1p, k2
These two rows set st st with
garter st edges and incs
£ Cont to work in patt, inc one st
as set at end of every fourth row
until there are 56 sts and work
meas approx 95cm
Cont to inc as set on every fourth
row AT THE SAME TIME work
short rows as folls:
£ Next row (RS): patt to last three
sts, turn
£ Next row: patt to end
£ Next row: patt to last six sts,
turn
£ Next row: patt to end
£ Cont as set working three sts
Start knitting here...
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N
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N
I
T
fewer before each turn until
there are a total of 65 sts after
inc
£ Patt four rows across all sts
without shaping
£ Next row (RS, dec): k2, k2tog,
k until there are 54 sts on right
needle, turn
£ Next row: patt to end
£ Next row: patt until there are
51 sts on right needle, turn
£ Next row: patt to end
£Conttodecassetatbeg
of next row and every foll
fourth row AT THE SAME TIME
Knit and wear this
May is Stroke Awareness
month, and this year the
Stroke Association wants your
help to Make May Purple. You
can bake, walk, host a quiz –
the choice is yours. The main
aims are to have fun, maybe
challenge yourself and raise
vital funds to help rebuild lives
after stroke. Help to Make May
Purple by signing up at stroke.
org.uk/may
cont short rows as set working
three sts fewer before each
turn until there are 56 sts in
total after dec
£ Cont to dec as set until four
sts rem
£Ktworows
£ Cast off
CROCHET BORDER:
Using 4.5mm hook join yarn B
in middle along top of shawl
£ 1dc, * 3ch, 1tr in first of 3ch,
miss four garter sts, 1dc *, rep
from * to * to corner, 17ch, turn,
miss first ch, 3dc in each of next
16ch, 1dc in shawl, 13ch, turn,
miss first ch, 3dc in each of next
12ch, 1dc in shawl, rep from
* to * along side of the shawl to
bottom point and up along other
side, 17ch, turn, miss first ch,
3dc in each of next 16ch, 1dc in
shawl, 13ch, turn, miss first ch,
3dc in each of next 12ch, 1dc in
shawl, rep from * to * along top
of shawl back to middle, sl st in
first dc from beg of rnd
£ Fasten off
Weave in ends
Make May Purple
MAKE MAY PURPLE WITH THIS EASY PATTERN
FROM DROPS

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GORGEOUS YARN BUNDLE
Transform your warm weather knitting projects
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Lazy Hazy Summer Cotton in this beautiful
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A clever blend of cotton, acrylic and polyester, this
yarn is soft to the touch, but can also be machine
washed on a gentle setting. Versatile too, it really
does tick all the boxes.
rico-design.com
£ Rico Design
MINIATURE MAKES
Update your reading list with a copy of
the fabulous 100 Little Knitted Projects
by Sarah Keen. The ideal book for any
crafters who are looking to sort through
their stashes, this title is packed full of fun
projects for you to enjoy. From a colourful
lighthouse and a funky hamburger to a
super-cute fox and a roarsome dinosaur,
the seven winners of this fantastic prize are
sure to be spoilt for choice!
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BEAUTIFUL BLANKET KIT
How would you like to win the pattern and
yarn required to complete this trendy project?
Knitted in the super-soft Bernat® BlanketTM, this
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into this fantastic competition, as the blanket
is mainly worked in garter stitch. What’s more,
the hexagonal starburst afghan is made in
separate triangles which are later joined
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the project one step at a time.
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Made from a durable linen fabric with
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Fastened with a sturdy zip along the top
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this wasn’t enough, there is an eyelet
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TOY
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If you go down to the woods today you’ll find these three little
cuties with a basket full of tasty goodies! Our sweet bears are
designed by Sachiyo Ishii and come with an adorable pattern
for a traditional checked blanket, as well as a bear-sized picnic
basket and selection of fruit. If you love miniature makes, this
is the project for you.
MAKE PLAYTIME EVEN MORE FUN WITH
THIS FAB TOY SET!
PICNIC
Teddy bear’s
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GREAT FOR
IMPROVERS
DK
YARN
3.5MM
NEEDLES
Daddy
Bear
BODY
Using 3.5mm needles and
yarn B, cast on ten sts
£Row1(WS):ptoend
£Row2:(kfb)toend.20sts
£Row3:ptoend
£Row4:(k1,kfb)to
end. 30 sts
£ Rows 5-10: beg with a p
row, work in st st
Change to yarn A
£ Rows 11-13: cont in st st
£ Row 14: (k3, k2tog) to
end. 24 sts
£ Rows 15-21: cont in st st
£ Row 22: (k2, k2tog) to
end. 18 sts
£ Cast off
HEAD
Using 3.5mm needles and
yarn A, cast on ten sts
£ Rows 1-5: rep Rows 1-5 of
Body. 30 sts
£ Row 6: k2, (kfb, k4) to last
three sts, kfb, k2. 36 sts
£ Rows 7-11: beg with a p
row, work in st st
£ Row 12: k8, (k2tog) ten
times, k8. 26 sts
£ Rows 13-18: cont in st st
£ Row 19: (p2tog) to
end. 13 sts
£ Cut yarn leaving a tail,
thread through rem sts, pull
tight and fasten off
EAR (make two)
Using 3.5mm needles and
yarn A, cast on 12 sts
£ Row 1 (WS): (p2tog) to end.
Six sts
£ Cut yarn leaving a tail,
thread through rem sts, pull
tight and fasten off
ARM (make two)
Using 3.5mm needles and
yarn A, cast on ten sts
£Rows1-8:begwithap
(WS) row work in st st
£ Cut yarn leaving a tail,
thread through rem sts, pull
tight and fasten off
LEG (make two)
Using 3.5mm needles and
yarn A, cast on seven sts
£Row1(WS):ptoend
£Row2:(kfb)toend.14sts
£Rows3-7:begwithap
row, work in st st
£ Row 8 (start shaping
ankle): k4, (k2tog) three
times, k4. 11 sts
£Row9:ptoend
£ Row 10: k4, k3tog, k4.
Nine sts
£ Rows 11-13: cont in st st
£ Cut yarn leaving a tail,
thread through rem sts, pull
tight and fasten off
TROUSERS
Using 3.5mm needles and
yarn B, cast on ten sts
£ Rows 1-6: rep Rows 1-6 of
Head. 36 sts
£ Rows 7-11: beg with a p
row, work in st st
£ Row 12: (k4, k2tog) to end.
30 sts
£ Rows 13-14: cont in st st
£ Cast off kwise
STRAP (make two)
Using 3.5mm needles and
yarn B, cast on 18 sts
£ Cast off
Mummy
Bear
BODY
£ Work as for Daddy
Bear using yarn C in
place of
yarn B
WHAT YOU
NEED TO
KNOW...
MEASUREMENTS & SIZES
Mummy and Daddy Bears: 10cm tall
Baby Bear: 8.5cm tall
Basket: 6.5cm wide
Banana: 5cm long
Apple: 2cm wide
Grapes: 4cm tall
Blanket: 17.5cm x 17.5cm
KNIT KIT
Yarn: DK, shades (A) Taupe, 40g, (B) Lilac,
(C) Pink, (D) Blue, (E) Red, (F) White, (G) Golden
Yellow, 20g of each, Dark Brown, Light Yellow,
Light Brown, Green, small amounts of each,
Dark Brown 4ply, small amount
Needles: 3.5mm
Crochet hook: 3.5mm
Safety toy eyes: 6mm black, six
Sewing needle
Sewing thread: black, orange
Cardboard: 5cm x 7cm
Felt: orange
Safety toy stuffing
Glue
Tapestry needle
FOR ABBREVIATIONS SEE PAGE 97
ABOUT THE YARN
This project was made using small amounts of
DK yarn. See what you can find in your
yarn stash!
Start knitting here...
HEAD, EAR, ARM
AND LEG
£ Work as for Daddy Bear
DRESS
Using 3.5mm needles and
yarn C, cast on 60 sts
£Rows1-2:ktoend
£Row3(RS):ktoend
£Row4:ptoend
£ Row 5: (k2tog) to end.
30 sts
£Row6:ptoend
£ Row 7: cast off nine sts,
k11, cast off to end. 12 sts
With WS facing, rejoin yarn to
rem 12 sts
£Row8(WS):k2,p8,k2
£Row9:ktoend
£ Rows 10-11: rep Rows 8-9
£ Rows 12-13: k to end
£ Cast off kwise
STRAP (make two)
Using 3.5mm needles and
yarn C, cast on 12 sts
£ Cast off
Baby Bear
BODY
Using 3.5mm needles and
yarn D, cast on ten sts
£Row1(WS):ptoend
£Row2:(kfb)toend.20sts
£Row3:ptoend
£ Row 4: k2, (kfb, k2) to end.
26 sts
£ Rows 5-10: beg with a p
row, work in st st
Change to yarn A
£Row11:ptoend
£ Row 12: k2, (k2tog, k2) to
end. 20 sts
£ Rows 13-19: cont in st st
£ Row 20: (k2, k2tog) to
end. 15 sts
£ Cast off
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“There are a lot
of small pieces to
this project so make
sure you label them
clearly or sew up the
parts as you go.”
LK Deputy Editor
Adrienne Chandler
When making the blanket, you’ll
be using two colours across the
row. Strand the colour not in
use across the back of the work,
ensuring your tension is nice and
even. If it’s too tight your work
will pucker and won’t lie flat.
Too loose and you’ll end up with
large loops on the wrong side.
Clever
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Apple (make two)
Using 3.5mm needles and yarn E,
cast on eight sts
£Row1(WS):ptoend
£Row2:(kfb)toend.16sts
£ Rows 3-5: beg with a p row,
work in st st
£ Row 6: (k2tog) to end. Eight sts
£ Cut yarn leaving a tail, thread
through rem sts, pull tight and
fasten off
Seam and stuff Apples
LEAF
Using 3.5mm needles and
Green DK, cast on three sts
£ Row 1 (RS): sl 1, pass second st
over first st, then cast off next st
Attach Leaf
STALK
NOTE: alternatively work as Leaf
Using 3.5mm crochet hook and
Dark Brown DK, make 3ch
£ Fasten off
Attach Stalk to Apple
Banana
( make three)
Using 3.5mm needles and Light
Yellow DK, cast on eight sts
£ Rows 1-13: beg with a p row,
work in st st
£ Row 14: (k2tog) to end. Four sts
£ Cut yarn leaving a tail, thread
through rem sts, pull tight and
fasten off
STALK
Using 3.5mm needles and Dark
Brown DK, cast on eight sts
£ Cast off
Seam and stuff Bananas.
Sew Bananas together at cast-on
edge. Attach Stalk.
Grape( make 18-20)
Using 3.5mm needles and
yarn B, cast on ten sts
£ Cut yarn leaving a long
tail, thread through rem sts,
pull tight and fasten off
STALK
Using 3.5mm needles and Dark
Brown DK, cast on five sts
£ Cast off
Sew Grape ends together to
make bobble. Sew together in
triangle shape, attach
stalk. Weave in all ends LK
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Using 3.5mm needles and yarn A,
cast on ten sts
£ Rows 1-3: rep Rows 1-3 of Body.
20 sts
£Row4:(k1,kfb)toend.30sts
£ Rows 5-11: beg with a p row,
work in st st
£ Row 12: k7, (k2tog) eight times,
k7. 22 sts
£ Rows 13-18: cont in st st
£ Row 19: (p2tog) to end. 11 sts
£ Cut yarn leaving a tail, thread
through rem sts, pull tight and
fasten off
EAR (make two)
Using 3.5mm needles and yarn A,
cast on ten sts
£ Cut yarn leaving a tail, thread
through rem sts, pull tight and
fasten off
ARM (make two)
Using 3.5mm needles and yarn A,
cast on seven sts
£Rows1-6:begwithaprow
(WS) work in st st
£ Cut yarn leaving a tail, thread
through rem sts, pull tight and
fasten off
LEG (make two)
Using 3.5mm needles and yarn A,
cast on six sts
£Row1(WS):ptoend
£Row2:(kfb)toend.12sts
£ Rows 3-6: beg with a p row,
work in st st
£ Row 7: p4, (p2tog) twice, p4.
Ten sts
£ Row 8: k4, k2tog, k4. Nine sts
£ Rows 9-11: cont in st st
£ Cut yarn leaving a tail, thread
through rem sts, pull tight and
fasten off
TROUSERS
Using 3.5mm needles and yarn D,
cast on ten sts
£ Rows 1-4: rep Rows 1-4 of
Head. 30 sts
£Rows5-9:begwithaprow
work in st st
£ Row 10: (k3, k2tog) to end.
24 sts
£Row11:ptoend
£ Cast off
STRAP (make two)
Using 3.5mm needles and yarn D,
cast on 12 sts
£ Cast off
TO MAKE UP BEARS
Using cast-on yarn tail of
Body, gather cast-on edge
and draw tightly. Sew Body
seam to neck. Stuff Body,
keeping neck end open. Seam
Trousers to cast-off edge,
wrap around Body and secure.
Sew Legs and Arms, stuff
and attach to Body. With
fastened-off yarn end, sew Head
halfway. With cast-on yarn end,
gather cast-on edge of Head and
draw tightly. Sew seam a little
further, attach safety eyes,
stuff and close. Stitch Ear ends
to make semicircle. Attach
Ears. With Dark Brown 4ply,
embroider nose and mouth.
Attach Head to Body. Attach
straps. For Mummy Bear, sew
back seam of Dress. Attach
Arms and Legs before placing
Dress on Body. Weave in ends
Blanket
Using 3.5mm needles and
yarn E, cast on 44 sts
£Rows1-2:ktoend
NOTE: letter foll instruction
indicates yarn shade
£*Row3(RS):k2E,(k4E,
k4 F) four times, k2 E
£Row4:k2E,(p4F,p4E)
four times, k2 E
£ Rows 5-8: rep Rows 3-4 twice
£Row9:k2E,(k4F,k4E)
four times, k2 E
£Row10:k2E,(p4E,p4F)
four times, k2 E
£ Rows 11-14: rep
Rows 9-10 twice more *
£Repfrom*to*three
times more
Cont in yarn E only
£ K three rows
£ Cast off kwise
Weave in ends. Lay a tea
towel over knitted piece and
press gently with an iron
Basket
Using 3.5mm needles and
yarn G, cast on ten sts
£Row1(WS):ptoend
£Row2:(kfb)toend.20sts
£Row3:ptoend
£Row4:(k1,kfb)toend.30sts
£Row5:ptoend
£Row6:(k2,kfb)toend.40sts
£Row7:ptoend
£Row8(edge):ptoend
£ Rows 9-11: (p4, k4) to end
£ Rows 12-14: (k4, p4) to end
£ Rows 15-17: (p4, k4) to end
£ Row 18 (edge): p to end
£ Row 19: (p8, p2tog)
to end. 36 sts
£ Rows 20-21: beg with
akrow,workinstst
£ Cast off
Fold Basket in half lengthways
and sew cast-on edge together.
Sew rest of seam. Fold in cast-off
edge and secure. Cut out
cardboard and orange felt
to fit base, secure in place
HANDLE (make two)
Cut three 30cm strands of Light
Brown DK and tie ends together.
Make a plait 6cm long
and knot at end
Attach Handles to Basket

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Every knitter loves to hear the words “Wow! Did you make that
Every knitter loves to hear the words “Wow! Did you make that
yourself?” - unless of course we’re busy counting stitches in
yourself?” - unless of course we’re busy counting stitches in
which case the best response is silence! However, things don’t
which case the best response is silence! However, things don’t
always go to plan and over the years we have received some
always go to plan and over the years we have received some
rather odd reactions to our WIPs and finished projects. So, to
rather odd reactions to our WIPs and finished projects. So, to
celebrate the quirks and queries of non-knitters everywhere, we
celebrate the quirks and queries of non-knitters everywhere, we
asked the fibre arts community to share some of their favourites.
asked the fibre arts community to share some of their favourites.
My mother-in-law told me
she had lined the cat’s
basket with the Fair Isle
pullover I had knitted for my
father-in-law. To add insult to
injury she used another one
to line the dog’s basket!
Linda Nagle
ALMOST
DONE
“ARE YOU PREGNANT
THEN?”. . .I WA S
KNITTING A SCARF!
Fran Holden
A LATTE
CHEEK
I was knitting in a coffee
shop when a man came
up to me and asked for
a tankini - let’s just
say it wouldn't have
been a pretty sight!
Sarah Beedle
SECRET
STYLIST
Many years ago I knitted a beautiful
cardigan using the wrong wool. It was
huge...the sleeves were dangling on
the floor. My mum’s response was
“ Don’t worry, you’ll grow into it”.
Unknown to me, she took the
cardigan apart and made the whole
thing again so it was the perfect fit!
Beth Holmes
WHY NOT
TRY DIY?
I knitted a unicorn and offered it to my
family on Facebook. An old friend, with
whom I'd only just reconnected, replied
saying "Can you knit two more for my
daughters and post them to us in
Australia?" When I demurred, suggesting
she could learn to knit and make them
herself, she replied, "Ha! As if I have
the time to do that!"
Gillian Coyle
COOL
COMMUTER
I was on a train knitting when a
man got on and (thinking he was
hilarious) said "Can you knit me a
jumper?". Without looking up or
putting down my needles,
I replied "Chest size? ". . .n o
answer!
Linda Kennett
REPURPOSED
PRESENT
SAYWhat?
One of my
granddaughters was so
happy with the cardigan
I had made her, she insisted
on matching knits for all of
her toys. It took me a while,
but eventually the collection
was finished and she was
absolutely delighted!
Alison Carter
"T hat'll keep you warm" - this
was said when a jumper I had
knitted finished up about eight
inches below my bottom.
It should have been normal
length, but I obviously didn't
check the tension properly!
Gaynor Wiseman
Huh?
SPOT THE
DIFFERENCE
The number of times someone
has come up to me and asked
me what I’m crocheting!
I honestly don’t understand
how people can get the
two confused.
Felicity Freeman
THE
PERFECT PLAN?
My son always says the sound of my
needles sends him to sleep. I decided
to put his theory to the test and one time,
when he was watching football,
I deliberately picked up my knitting.
A few minutes in he nodded
off! I got to turn over the
channel and relax with
my favourite show.
Mandy Parson
CRAFTY TRICK?
We had an ugly sweater contest at work and I
decided to knit the ugliest jumper I could think
of. It was neon and featured pom-poms and
bobbles. I thought it would be funny to trick
my husband into thinking I’d made it
for him...You should have
seen his face!
Grace Farmer

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YARN!
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Known as Indian cross stitch, this lovely
effect is really simple to achieve and
LK designer Jo Allport is here to show
you everything you need to know. Just
follow her step-by-step guide on the
right. This cowl is the ideal project for
first-time cross stitchers as there’s no
shaping at all. It’ll also keep out any
lingering chilly winds when you're out
in the garden. Perfect!
HAVEAGOATA
BRAND NEW STITCH!
MEASUREMENTS & SIZES
24cm deep x 120cm circumference
KNIT KIT
Yarn: Rowan Island Blend Fine, shade
103 Wedgewood, three 50g skeins
Needles: 3.5mm
Tapestry needle
TENSION SQUARE
n25stsx24rows
n 10cm x 10cm
n Over pattern
n 3.5mm needles
SPECIAL ABBREVIATIONS
cross 8: sl eight sts dropping extra
loops, using left needle pass first four
slipped sts on right needle over next
four slipped sts to cross them, return
sts to left needle in the new order and
k these eight sts
cross 4: sl four sts dropping extra
loops, using left needle pass first two
slipped sts on right needle over next
two slipped sts to cross them, return
sts to left needle in the new order and
k these four sts
FOR ABBREVIATIONS SEE PAGE 97
ABOUT THE YARN
Rowan Island Blend Fine mixes
70% wool, 15% silk and 15% alpaca.
Projects should be washed by
hand. It costs £14.79 per 50g
(165m) skein from 01925 764231,
blacksheepwools.com
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IMPROVERS
4PLY YARN
3.5MM
NEEDLES
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TIME TO WRAP
On Row 5, knit the first stitch. Insert the right
needle into the next stitch and wrap the yarn
around the tip four times, using the index finger
of your left hand to anchor the wraps. Repeat
for each stitch to the last stitch.
DROP YOUR LOOPS
On Row 6, slip the first eight stitches to the
right needle dropping all the extra wraps.
You can do this one at a time, or all at once.
Gently pull the elongated stitches to make
the stitches slightly taut.
THE NEW ORDER
Hold these stitches in place with your left index
finger to stop them slipping off the left needle.
Now slip the remaining four stitches from the right
needle back to the left, again using the index finger
of your left hand to keep them in order.
1
3
5
KNIT AND REPEAT
Knit these eight stitches as normal in
their new crossed position, then repeat
across the row. On Row 12, start and
end with groups of four stitches to
stagger the crossed effect.
KEEP IT LOOSE
Knit the last stitch of the row. This photo
shows the start of Row 6 and you can see the
many wraps on the needle. Wrap the yarn
quite loosely so you can move the wraps
along the needle to fit on all the ‘stitches’.
SWAP THE STITCHES
Take the left needle point and insert it into the
first four stitches of the group of eight that
are on the right needle. It is easier to do if
the stitches are slightly taut. Pass these four
stitches over the four stitches that are nearest
the tip and leave them on the left needle.
2
4
6
This is one of those stitch patterns that looks more complicated than it
actually is, but it does require a bit of practice to make it easy. It creates a
loose airy fabric that would make a great top, shawl or accessory. Rows 1-4
of the stitch pattern are simple knit rows.
Designer Jo shows you
this great technique
COWL
Using 3.5mm needles,
cast on 64 sts
Commence Indian
Cross Stitch as folls:
£Row1(RS):ktoend
£Rows2-4:ktoend
£Row5:k1, *k1
wrapping yarn around
needle four times, rep
from * to last st, k1
£Row6:*cross8,rep
from * to end
£ Rows 7-10: k to end
£Row11:k1, * k1
wrapping yarn around
needle four times, rep
from * to last st, k1
£ Row 12: cross 4,
*cross8,repfrom*to
last four sts, cross 4
Rows 1-12 set patt
£ Rep these 12 rows
until work meas 120cm
unstretched, ending after
aRow2
£ Cast off
TO MAKE UP
Do not block. Sew
cast-on and cast-off
edges together and
weave in ends. See ball
band for further care
instructions LK
Start knitting here...
EXPERT ADVICE
Try not to stretch your
loops when slipping them
as this will make your
pattern look uneven.
LK Deputy Editor
Adrienne Chandler

£ Rnd 3: 1ch, 2dc in each
2-ch sp to end, join with a
slstinfirstch
£Rnd4:1ch,1dcineachst
toend,joinwithaslstin
first ch
Rnds 2-4 set patt
£ Cont in patt until bag meas
13cm, ending after a Rnd 4
£ Next rnd: 15ch, sl st in
first ch
£ Fasten off
Sew bottom edge together
Lilac Bag
Using 3.5mm hook and
yarn C, make 36ch, join with
aslstinfirstch
£Rnd1:1ch,1dcineachstto
end, join with a sl st in first ch
£ Rnd 2: 1ch, (MB, 3dc) to
end, join with a sl st in first ch
£ Rnds 3-4: 1ch, 1dc in each
sttoend,joinwithaslstin
first ch
£ Rnd 5: 1ch, (2dc, MB, 1dc)
toend,joinwithaslstin
first ch
£Rnd6:1ch,1dcineachst
toend,joinwithaslstin
first ch
Rnds 1-6 set patt
£ Cont in patt until bag meas
10cm, ending after a Rnd 4
£ Next rnd: 6ch (counts as
1tr, 3ch), miss next two sts, (1tr
in next st, 3ch, miss two sts)
to end, join with a sl st in third
of beg 6ch
£ Next rnd: 5ch (counts as
1tr, 2ch), 1tr in 3-ch sp, (3ch, 1tr
in next 3-ch sp) to end, 1ch,
join with a sl st in third of
beg 5ch
Crochet a collection of handy soap saver bags and reusable make-up pads. The
little bags can be used to work up a lather and there are three stitch effects to try.
The simple pads are ideal for your daily cleansing routine and would also make
lovely gifts for a friend. You can get multiple makes from just one 50g ball.
MAKE THESE EASY ECO SWAPS FROM DROPS
£ Next rnd: 6ch (counts as
1tr, 3ch), miss next two sts, (1tr
in next st, 3ch, miss two sts)
to end, join with a sl st in third
of beg 6ch
£ Next rnd: 1ch, 3dc in each
3-ch sp to end, join with
aslstinfirstch
£ Fasten off
Make two twisted cords and
thread through holes in
opposite sides. Knot ends to
secure ties. Sew bottom
edge of bag together
Pads
Using 4.5mm hook, make
4ch, join with a sl st in first ch
£ Rnd 1: 3ch, 1tr in ring, 2ch,
(2tr in ring, 2ch) to end, join
withaslstinthirdofbeg3ch
£ Rnd 2: 1ch, 4dc in each
2-ch sp to end, join with a sl
st in first ch
£ Rnd 3: 3ch, 1tr in next st,
1ch, (2tr-cluster in next st, 1ch)
to end, join with a sl st in third
of beg 3ch
£Rnd4:1ch,2dcineachch
sptoend,joinwithaslstin
first ch
£ Fasten off LK
Cut two strands of yarn each 1.5m long.
Knot them together at each end, then
twist them until they begin to kink. Fold
the cord in half and allow it to twist back
on itself. Give it a gentle tug to even out
the twist. Untie the original knots and
re-knot to secure the cord. You may
prefer to thread the cord through your
work before making the final knot.
Twisted CORDS
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REUSABLE
BATHROOM
ACCESSORIES
Ditch the disposables with
MEASUREMENTS & SIZES
Grey bag: 10cm wide x 12cm long
Pink bag: 12cm wide x 13cm long
Lilac bag: 11cm wide x 13cm long
Pads: 9cm diameter
CROCHET KIT
Yarn: DROPS Paris, Bags: shades (A) 24
Dark Grey, (B) 33 Pink, (C) 05 Lilac, one
50g ball of each; Pads: shown in shades
31 Purple, 10 Turquoise, 29 Ice Blue, 58
Powder Pink, one 50g ball makes five pads
Hook: 3.5mm, 4.5mm
Tapestry needle
TENSION
Grey bag
n18stsx16rows
n 10cm x 10cm
n Half treble crochet
n 3.5mm hook
Pink bag
n18stsx21rows
n 10cm x 10cm
n Double crochet
n 3.5mm hook
Lilac bag and Pads
n16stsx18rows
n 10cm x 10cm
n Double crochet
n 4.5mm hook
SPECIAL ABBREVIATIONS
2tr-cluster: (yoh, insert hook into st, yoh,
pull through loop, yoh, pull through first
two loops on hook) twice in same st, yoh,
pull through all three loops on hook
MB: (yoh, insert hook into next st, pull
through loop, yoh, pull through first two
loops on hook) in same st three times,
yoh, pull through next two loops on hook,
yoh, pull through rem four loops on hook
FOR ABBREVIATIONS SEE PAGE 97
ABOUT THE YARN
DROPS Paris is an aran weight cotton
yarn with a soft, matte finish. It comes
in a whole rainbow of shades and can
be machine washed. It costs £1.05 per
50g (75m) ball from cottonpod.co.uk
Grey Bag
Using 3.5mm hook and
yarn A, make 36ch, join with
aslstinfirstch.36sts
£ Rnd 1: 2ch (counts as 1htr
throughout), 1htr in each ch to
end, join with a sl st in
second of beg 2ch. 36 sts
£ Rnd 2: 2ch, (3ch, miss two
sts, 1htr in next st) to end
finishing last rep with a sl st
in second of beg 2ch
£ Rnd 3: 2ch, (1ch, 1htr in
next 3-ch sp, 3ch, 1htr in next
3-ch sp, 2ch) to end, join with
aslstinsecondofbeg2ch
£ Rnd 4: 2ch, (3ch, 1htr in
next 3-ch sp) to end, finishing
last rep with a sl st in second
of beg 2ch
£ Rnd 5: 2ch, (1ch, 1htr in
next 3-ch sp, 3ch, 1htr in next
3-ch sp, 2ch) to end, join with
aslstinsecondofbeg2ch
Rnds 4-5 set patt
£ Cont in patt until bag
meas 12cm
£ Fasten off
Sew bottom edge together.
Make a twisted cord and
thread through top of bag
P ink Bag
Using 3.5mm hook and
yarn B, make 44ch, join with
aslstinfirstch
£Rnd1:1ch,1dcineachstto
end, join with a sl st in first
ch. 44 sts
£ Rnd 2: 3ch, (2ch, miss one
st, 1tr in next st) to end
finishing last rep with a sl st
in third of beg 3ch
Crochet
with
Let’s
Knit!

“To be extra eco-
friendly, look for
bar soap that is free
from palm oil or is
made from sustainably
sourced ingredients.”
LK Deputy Editor Adrienne Chandler
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TOP YARN
FOR CROCHET
Take a look at these alternative
aran weight cotton yarns
RICO CREATIVE
COTTON ARAN.
£1.75 per 50g (85m) ball
from 01507 466838,
thewoolfactoryonline.com
PAINTBOX COTTON ARAN.
£2.79 per 50g (85m) ball
from 01409 404010,
loveknitting.com
LILY SUGAR ‘N
CREAM SOLIDS.
£2.99 per 71g (109m) ball from
01162 713759, readicut.co.uk
WOOL AND THE GANG
SHINY HAPPY COTTON.
£9 per 100g (142m) ball
from 0207 241 6420,
woolandthegang.com

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BERKSHIRE
Stitchery Do
31-35 Denmark street Wokingham
RG40 2AY
Wool, Fabric & Haberdashery
Sirdar, Rico, King Cole, WYS, Stylecraft & James C Brett.
www.Stitcherydo.co.uk
BERKSHIRE
The Pincushion, 1 St Marks
Crescent, Maidenhead, Berks
SL6 5DA | Tel: 01628 777266
The Pincushion
We stock many
Stylecraft yarns,
Sirdar Snuggly
yarns plus much
more including
Knit Pro & Pony
knitting needles.
Postal service
available – phone
for details.
BERKSHIRE
YarnFest
Independent yarn shop offering
workshops, fantastic range of yarns,
patterns and craft accessories.
Near J13 of M4 with free parking.
Old Telephone Exchange, Long Lane
Hermitage RG18 9 QS
Tel: 01635 201660
Knot just your average knit
Facebook: Yarnfest1
www.yarnfest.co.uk
BUCKINGHAMSHIRE
We are a fabric and
yarn shop stocking lots
of beautiful fabrics and
a wide range of yarns,
acr ylics, cottons, pure wool in 4ply, DK,
Aran, chunky and super chunky.
‘ Knit and Knatter’
Thursday afternoons 1pm-4pm.
Come in and see us at
1d Well Street, Buckingham, Bucks MK18 1EY
Open Tues-Sat 9.30am-5 .00pm (Mon Closed)
www.nimble-thimble.co.uk
The Nimble Thimble
01280 822236
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
Linda’s Wool N Yarn
Stockists of: StyleCraft,
King Cole, James C Brett
Pond World Retail Park, Lynn Road, Wisbech, PE14 7DA
Tel: 01945 581082
Telephone orders welcome
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
25B, High Street, Chatteris, Cambs
PE16 6BG 01354 669922
Stocking a range of
crafting supplies
Exclusive crochet kits
Email orders welcome
www.enfys.me.uk/rainbow-valley-shop.htm
CAMBRIDGESHIRE
7 High Street Passage , Ely CB7 4NB
T: 01353 664000
Email: ely@sewmuchtodo.co.uk
www.sewmuchtodo.co.uk
We’re proud to be a Rowan flagship store and
stoc kist of Stylecraft, West Yorkshire Spinners ,
Sirdar and Manos del Uruguay yarns .
We also run social groups and workshops .
CHESHIRE
Black Sheep Craft Barn
Warehouse Studios
Glaziers Lane
Culcheth
Warrington
WA3 4AQ
01925 764231
www.blacksheepwools.com
CHESHIRE
We have the biggest stock of wool in the area
and have a great selection of haberdashery too.
We also have a daily drop in session every morning
and if you need help with
your knitting or crochet
then there is always
someone that will be able
to help, or if you want to
join in then that's fine too.
We are offering a local home
delivery service.
Crafty Corner, 80 Mill St, Macclesfield,
Cheshire SK11 6NH 01625 404195
www.craftycornermacc.co .uk
CHESHIRE
Stocking yarns from Sirdar,
Stylecraft, King Cole, Rico
plus many more!
48 Witton Street,
Northwich
Cheshire, CW9 5AG
Email:
contact@craftystitchesonline.co .uk
www.craftystitchesonline.co.uk
Tel: 01606 431 87
Crafty Stitches
CHESHIRE
Wool and Patterns
and an extensive
range of accessories.
Help and advice too.
Sirdar, Stylecraft, Rico,
KintPro, Pony, Groves,
Millward and more...
Weekly Yarn and Yatter sessions.
Help us with our Charity Knitting Projects.
Haberdashery, Trimmings and an Amazing Fabric
range including licensed fabrics and brands.
Visit us in Bramhall Village Square,
Bramhall, Stockport, SK7 1AW
0161 478 2253 crookilleycrafts@gmail.com
Etsy.com/shop/uk/CrookilleyCrafts
CrookilleyCraftsEmporium
CC_Emporium
CHESHIRE
• YARN • HABERDASHERY • FABRIC
Stocking: King Cole, Sirdar,
Stylecraft, Robin, Wendy,
James C Brett Rico & Makower.
19 The Precinct, Romiley,
Stockport, Cheshire,
SK6 4EA.
0161 430 2566
@Knitters
@Knitters
@Knitters
CORNWALL
Built from the ground-up by Rachael Hunt,
Sew and Fabric has positioned itself as the leading
haberdashery shop in Cornwall.
Stylecraft yarn and patterns; Hemline
Haberdashery Products; Beresford Ribbons;
Simplicity, New Look and Burda sewing patterns.
1 Biddicks Court, Saint Austell, PL25 5EW
Tel: 01726 75385 | sewandfabric.co.uk
DERBYSHIRE
DERBYSHIRE
We stock an extensive range of
high quality yarn by Stylecraft,
Rico, James C Brett, King Cole,
Adriafil, Woolcraft and Jarol,
plus patterns and accessories.
Bargain prices, expert, friendly
advice and parking available at
the door.
36 Marple Road, Charlesworth,
Glossop, Derbyshire SK13 5DA
Tel: 07586 343438
facebook.com/woolshopdirect
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Purple Valley Wool Shop
Specialising in yarns from Opal,
Sirdar, King Cole, Rico Design,
James C Brett, West Yorkshire
Spinners, Woolcraf t, Hayfield,
Regia, Lilypond Yarns. Large
range of craft books from
Search Press. Embroidery,
Cross-Stitch and Felting supply.
Everything a knitters and crocheters heart desires.
50 Hyde Road, Paignton, Devon TQ4 5BY
Tel: 01803 411300 · Open Mon-Sat 10am-4pm
Purplevalleyhatdesign
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www.purplevalleystitch.etsy.com
www.purplevalleycraftbooks.com
DORSET
Knit Wits stocks a wide range of
yarns from the everyday to the very
special, together with accessories,
patterns, craft books, buttons
and much more!
15 East Street, Blandford Forum
DT11 7DU
01258 488542
ESSEX
www.franklinsgroup.com
Franklins Colchester
info@franklinsgroup.com
Colchester • Ipswich • Chelmsford • Salisbury • Dovercourt
Keep an eye out for new
products, special offers,
promotions and classes in-store
by visiting our Facebook page.
One of the largest knitting
shops in East Anglia!
ESSEX
5 Red Lion Yard,
Colchester,
Essex CO1 1DX
Tel: 01206 370590
www.nannasyarnbarn.co .uk
nannasyarnbarn
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We’re supporting Essex Air Ambulance
with a donation.
ESSEX
ESSEX
Southend Fine Wool and Yarn Shop
253 Hamstel Road,
Southend on Sea, Essex
SS2 4LB
www.thecrochetlounge.org
Tel: 01702 303030
crochetclublounge
ESSEX
We are stockists of;
King Cole, Rico, WYS,
J.C.Brett, Cygnet, Wendy,
Robin, Bergere de France,
Knit Pro, Pony, Silver Reed
knitting machine and more...
Open: Monday-Saturday 9am-4pm
197 Hamlet Court Road,
Westcliff On Sea,
Essex SS0 7EL
TEL: 07941 002458
ESSEX
EXTENSIVE YARN RANGE
28 High Street, Clacton-On-Sea,
Essex CO15 1UQ
Tel: 01255 428352
Also at branch:
71 Connaught Avenue, Frinton,
Essex CO13 9PP
Tel: 01255 674456
YARN, HABERDASHERY, LINEN,
FABRICS, CRAFTS & BABYWEAR
sandra_woolcabin@hotmail.com
www.woolcabin.co.uk
GLASGOW
117 TOWNHEAD, KIRKINTILLOCH, G66 1NX
Tel: 0141 777 6633 enquiries@isew2.co.uk
GLASGOW
The Orry Mill is an indepe nde nt wool
shop passionate about colour, texture,
quality & contemporary design.
Westock
Rowan,
WYS,
Regia, &
more...
Best Small Shop Competition 2019 Finalist
www.theorrymill.c o.uk
T: 01355 301 244
18a Glasgow Road, Glasgow G76 0HU
GLASGOW
148 Queen Margaret Drive , Glasgow G20 8NY
0141 946 5305
www.theyarncake.co.uk
Celebrating 10 years in business!
GREATER MANCHESTER
Stockists of James C. Brett,
King Cole, Stylecraft, Rico & WYS.
We also stock hand-dyed yarn.
42 High Street, Standish,
Wigan WN6 0HF
07761 783766
HAMPSHIRE
1a,
Albert Road,
Southsea,
Hampshire
PO5 2SE
www.seeded.com
HERTFORDSHIRE
We stock a fantastic range of
knitting wool and crochet cottons.
Whatever your level of skill there
is always a knowledgeable member
of staff who can help you.
Drop in classes from 10 o’clock
Tel: 01442 245 383
142 Cotterells, Hemel Hempstead,
Hertfordshire HP1 1JQ
www.needlecraftstore.co.uk
ISLE OF WIGHT
‘An old fashioned wool shop
with a modern twist’
Stockists of James C Brett, King Cole and Stylecraft,
Knitting needles, crochet hooks etc.
DMC embroidery silks
Haberdashery inc elastic, zips, buttons
Knitting Bags and gifts from Vanessa Bee Designs
Come in for our weekly “Stitch 'n' Bitch” sessions!
Please contact us about our weekly Crochet groups
11 Sandown Road Lake, Isle of Wight, PO36 9JL
01983 716890
www.facebook.com/knitknacksiow
JERSEY
Wool on Wheels
Yarn, Patterns, buttons and an extensive
range of knitting and
crochet accessories.
Friendly service and
advice.
Stockists of We st
Yorkshire Spinners ,
Wendy, Robin, Sirdar,
DMC, KnitPro and many more. Come
and see us for all your knitting needs.
La Rue, Six Roads, St Lawrence,
Jersey JE3 1GL 01534 863742
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KENT
15 Chatterton Road, Bromley, Kent. BR2 9QW
020 8290 1238 www.avicraftwool.com
email: avicraftwool@gmail.com
Craft Club is 1st & 3rd Wednesday each month from 7pm
Open: Tuesday-Saturday 10am-4pm
AvicraftWool
KENT
Tel: 07958 427 853
16 High Street, New Romney
TN28 8BY
Stitch ‘ n’ B...h in time
Check out our NEW ebay shop!
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LANCASHIRE
Yarns from Katia, Jarol, King Cole
and Wendy. Patterns, needles,
crochet, felting, macrame, DMC
threads and all things crafty.
Phone: 01507 522659
www.horncastlehobbyhouse .co.uk
25 North Street, Horncastle, Lincs LN9 5DX
LINCOLNSHIRE
Horncastle Hobby House
LINCOLNSHIRE
Stockists of: Stylecraft,
King Cole, Rico, WYS, Sirdar
01427 614251 www.thewoolloft.co.uk
60 Bridge Street, Gainsborough DN21 1LS
LONDON
Breaking the
Boundaries of Colour
For your yarn, fabric,
haberdashery and
Really Maria’s
patterns and kits.
15 Lordship Lane, East Dulwich,
London SE22 8EW
www.reallymaria.com
T: 0203 581 0909
NORFOLK
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NORFOLK
NORTH YORKSHIRE
Stockists of:
Rowan WYS King
Cole Opal Adriafil
Herdy Vanessa B
and more!
Support a small business
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we're happy to post out
NORTH YORKSHIRE
NORTHAMPTONSHIRE
Stockists of: Stylecraft,
James C. Brett, King Cole, DMC,
Sirdar and more!
Accessories, Patterns, Haberdashery
& Mini Project Kits
Group or One to One Knitting
& Crocheting Classes
1A High Street, Finedon, Welingborough,
Northamptonshire, NN9 5JN
Tel: 01933 680119
email: joolswools@outlook.com
www.joolswools.co.uk
NORTHERN IRELAND
MullansFashions
Mullan’s Fashions
● Wool and Hand Knit Garments
● Ladies Fashions ● Baby Gifts
47 The Promenade
Portstewart BT55 7AE
Tel: 028 7083 2960
NORTHUMBERLAND
Henley Warehouse
Farm Road, Henley
on Thames RG9 1EJ
01491 572528
Mon-Fri 10-4
Open Sat 2nd May 10-4
Marlow Shop
Moy House,
Institute Road,
Marlow SL7 1BN
01628 890532
Mon-Sat 9.30-5 .30
OXFORDSHIRE/BUCKS
Rowan Flagship Store
Erika Knight – Stylecraft – Sirdar
Patchwork and Quilting Fabrics
In store and on-line
NORTHERN IRELAND
A warm and inviting shop for all lovers
of wool to indulge their passion
Now offering an
order & collect service
and free local
home delivery
16 Church Street, Portadown, BT62 3LN
Open: Mon - Sat 10:00 - 16:00
07927 764416
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SCOTLAND
Ginger Twist Studio is a wee bijou
yarn shop in Edinburgh stacked to
the rafters with Ginger’s Hand
Dyed, delicious yarns, pattern books
& supplies. See Jess scamper
up her gorgeous new
ladder to fetch
whatever you
fancy. Come
check out the
shop revamp!
www.gingertwiststudio.com
11 London Road, Edinburgh
EH7 5AP
SCOTLAND
Mary Bobbins
Our newly established business
includes haberdashery and
wool within our growing
list of products and services
offered. We strive to deliver exceptional
customer service ensuring we exceed
our customers expectations.
Stockists of: Sirdar, Hayfield, Rowan, WYS,
Rico, Regia, Adriafil, Schoppel & more!
25 Commerce Street, Fraserburgh,
Aberdeenshire, AB43 9AQ
T: 01346 510 784
info@marybobbinsshop.co.uk
Telephone orders are welcome
www.marybobbinsshop.co .uk
SCOTLAND
NAIRN WOOL SHOP
ALSO LOCALLY CRAFTED ORIGINAL GIFTS
Open 10am - 5.30pm Monday - Saturday
Nairn Wool Shop, 6/6a Falconers Lane,
Off the High Street, Nairn IV12 4DS
01667 452423
www.nairnwoolshop.com
nairnwoolshop
Workshops held thoughout the year
Pure Wool • Local spun wool
Yarns • Haberdashery
Accessories • Felting supplies
• Fabrics
SCOTLAND
SCOTLAND
Tel: 01506 842013
TheThreadCounter
Keep calm and keep knitting!
This is what you have trained for!
Best wishes from The Thread Counter.
SCOTLAND
SOMERSET
An Aladdin’s cave of yarns, haberdashery,
fabrics and other crafts items. Many yarns
etc are natural or made from recycled
plastics including threads and ribbons.
You can order by phone, email and
Facebook. We will reply as soon as
possible and post or deliver your orders.
Find us on Facebook or email
wellsknittingcentre@gmail.com
Tel: 01749 677 548 between
10am and 12noon or 07813 253 937.
SOMERSET
Bath’s Premier
Knitting Emporium;
we are stockists of
big name brands
such as Rico, Rowan, Fyberspates,
Adriafil and King Cole as well as small,
indie and local makers such as
Hedgeknits and Dyebath Yarns.
19 Old Orchard Street, Bath BA1 1JU
Tel: 01225 469144
www.woolbath.co.uk
SOUTH YORKSHIRE
Busy Fingers
Yarn and haberdashery stockists
Stockists of King Cole, Sirdar, Hayfield, James C Brett
Adult and children's knit and natter groups held weekly
Regular workshops held
528 Manchester Road
Stocksbridge
Sheffield S36 1AF
SUFFOLK
Stockists of
King Cole ,
Stylecraft,
Sirdar, James
Brett, Grundl,
Wendy and Robin yarns , needles ,
embroidery cottons , threads ,
cross stitch kits and much more .
Tel: 01473 780033
www.sandpknitting.co.uk
S and P Knitting, Woolverstone
Marina, Ipswich, Suffolk IP9 1AU
SUFFOLK
23 Hatter Street, Bur y St Edmunds
IP33 1NE T: 01284 755459
Email: bur y@sewmuchtodo.co.uk
www.sewmuchtodo.co.uk
We’re proud to be a Rowan flagship store and
stoc kist of Stylecraft, West Yorkshire Spinners,
Sirdar and Manos del Uruguay yarns .
We also run social groups and workshops .
SURREY
We stock Isager, Cambrian Wool,
West Yorkshire Spinners, Sirdar and
Stylcraft yarns. Plus Lykke and Knitpro
needles and accessories. Books include
pompom and Laine Magazine.
27 High Street, Caterham on
the Hill, Surrey CR3 5UE
01883 345 220
www.idashouse.co .uk
SURREY
SUSSEX
TYNE AND WEAR
Simply low prices
Good range of current
and clearance yarns
www.kempswoolshop.com
Email: ekemp58@outlook.com
Tel: 0191 567-3455
203 Chester Road,
Sunderland SR4 7TU
VARIOUS
www.abakhan.co .uk
Mostyn · Liverpool
Birkenhead · Hanley · Chester
Manchester · Preston · Bolton
Altrincham · Shrewsbury

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WALES
Just Into Crafts has it all and, is
always happy to help and assist you
with your crafting ventures!
7 Cowell Street, Llanelli SA15 1UU
Tel: 01554 757704
www.justintocrafts.com
WALES
Knitting yarn specialists stocking
Stylecraft, Rico, Adriafil, Baa Ram Ewe,
Wendy, Sirdar, Katia and West Yorkshire
Spinners as well as cross stitch, tapestry
and haberdashery supplies.
DMC Select Partner.
We hold knitting and crochet
workshops and also provide a
bespoke picture framing service.
Birmingham House, 22 Alban Square,
Aberaeron SA46 0AH
Tel: 01545 905051
www.rosemaryswoolshop.co.uk
Email: enquiries@rosemaryswoolshop.co.uk
WEST MIDLANDS
Remember
When
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Market
Stockists of Debbie
Bliss, Lion Brand,
Louisa Harding, Bergere De France,
Rowan, Wendy, Sirdar, Adriafil, King
Cole, Rico, Stylecraft & James C Brett.
Remember When Monthly Wool Market, Coleshill
Town Hall, High Street, Coleshill B46 3BG
Tel: 01827 874488
www.rememberwhenshop.co.uk
WEST MIDLANDS
Your local yarn shop based in Sutton Coldfield.
Large stockist of Rowan, WYS, Wool & the
Gang and Sirdar, as well as a range of hand
dyed yarns including Rosies Moments, Fine
Fish, Fruitful Fusion and new featured dyers
every few months plus quality accessories.
No 5, Mitchells Exclusive Shopping,
Weeford Road, Sutton Coldfield
B74 6NA
Tel: 01217 920774
WEST MIDLANDS
Yarns & Patterns from Sirdar,
Stylecraft, Cygnet and WYS
Crochet and Knitting
Lessons Available
enquiries@withitwitch.co.uk
Visit us online at
www.withitwitch.co .uk
Halesowen Knitting Centre
75 High Street
Halesowen B63 3BQ
Tel: 0121 5500201
Withit Witch
WEST SUSSEX
We stock wools, yarns and cottons
plus all associated needs for knitting
and crochet. Also a growing
selection of fabric, needlecraft and
other creative pursuits.
130 South Road, Haywards Heath,
West Sussex, RH16 4LT
01444 455611
shop@sussex-crafts.co .uk
www.sussex-crafts.co .uk
WEST YORKSHIRE
Creative Craft Centre
Stockist of Sirdar, James C Brett,
King Cole, Rico, Wendy, Bernat, Caron.
Everything a crafter could ever need.
Union Street, Dewsbury, WF13 1AJ
01924 469500
WEST YORKSHIRE
9 Station Road, Osset, W Yorkshire, WF5 8AB
07736 772114
Selling high quality yarns at
competitive prices. Cotton fabrics,
haberdashery, including DMC threads,
Gütermann sewing threads and
much more. Regular workshops
throughout the year.
WILTSHIRE
Cricklade
Crafts
We offer
a fast Mail
Order
Service
via phone, email or web.
Tel: 01793 750604
Email: info@crickladecrafts.co .uk
www.crickladecrafts.co.uk
89a High Street, Cricklade SN6 6DF
WORCESTERSHIRE
You’ll find an exquisite
range of yarns and
a wide selection of
knitting accessories,
as well as craft and
dressmaking fabric including sewing
and patchwork accessories.
Stockist of Rowan, Patons and
many other yarn brands.
Mail order available
Tel: 07771 243976
Unit 12, Market Hall, The Shambles,
Worcester WR1 2RA
WORCESTERSHIRE
Wherever possible,
we stock natural and
eco-friendly products
sourced right here in
Britain.
With our specially
selected supply of
yarn there is something
for every taste and
every budget.
56 Lowesmoor, Worcester WR1 2SE
www.wotahoot.co.uk
YORKSHIRE
Stockists of:
Stylecraft, Rico,
Sirdar and Adriafil;
a wide range of
haberdashery, crafts,
buttons and so much more!
Open Mon, Tue, Thu, Fri 9-5pm and
Sat 9-1pm. Closed Wed and Sun.
Tel: 01924 494 157
119-121 Nab Lane, Mirfield, WF14 9QJ
YORKSHIRE
A bright, friendly atmosphere
found in the heart of North Yorkshire.
Stocking Stylecraft, WYS, Lion Brand,
Grundl, Opal, Malbrigo, Hand Dyed
Yarn and Knit Pro.
Thrice weekly knit and natter sessions.
Knitting and Crochet Workshops
delivered to small groups.
Found on
18 Millgate, Thirsk, Yorkshire YO7 1AA
Tel: 01845 527978
www.eweandyarn.co.uk
EWE & YARN
FOR ALL YOUR WOOLLY NEEDS
YORKSHIRE
Stockists of King Cole, Rico
and Stylecraft. Huge range of patterns,
books & accessories.
Knit n Natter
every Saturday 10-12pm
Beginners welcome
Can't make it to the shop then you can
order online or over the phone.
46 Kirkgate Wakefield WF1 1TQ
Tel: 01924 565740
www.woolnstuff.co.uk
A new date for
Yarn Shop Day 2020
to be announced soon!
Keep your eyes pe eled
for more information

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How to cast on (two needle method)
1 Create a slipknot on your left hand needle, pulling
it taut (but not too tight). Carefully insert the right
needle into the knot from front to back, passing
under the left hand needle. Wrap the ball end of yarn
anticlockwise around the point of the right needle.
2 Pull the loop that forms back through the original
stitch (knot) and insert the tip of the left hand
needle into the new stitch from underneath to transfer
it from the right hand to the left hand needle. There
should now be two stitches on the left needle.
3 Repeat Steps 1 and 2, knitting into
the top stitch on the left needle and returning
the new stitches from the right to the left needle
until you have the required number of stitches.
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Cast on a multiple of six sts
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£ Row 1 (RS): k2, * yfwd, ssk, k4,
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£ Row 3: k2, * yfwd, k1, ssk, k3, rep
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£ Row 5: k2, * yfwd, k2, ssk, k2,
rep from * to last two sts, yfwd, ssk
£ Row 7: k2, * yfwd, k3, ssk, k1, rep
from * to last two sts, yfwd, ssk
£ Row 9: k2, * yfwd, k4, ssk, rep
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2HIGH BUST – measure directly under
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measure over the elastic
4HIP – measure around the fullest
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5BACKOFNECKTOHIP – this is
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PRACTICAL GUIDES
1
3
2
5
4
Knit stitch
Purl stitch
2Using the right hand needle, pull a
loop of the wrapped yarn through the
original stitch to create a new one on the
right hand needle. Slide the original stitch
off the left hand needle. Repeat from Step 1.
You are now knitting!
2Draw the needle backwards and
upwards, forming a new stitch on the
right hand needle. Now let the loop from
the left needle slide off the end.
Repeat Steps 1 and 2.
1 Once cast on, insert the tip of the right
needle upwards and from front to back
into the top stitch on the left needle. The right
hand needle should sit behind the left hand
one. Wrap the ball end of yarn anticlockwise
around the tip of the right hand needle.
1 With the ball end of the yarn at the front
(toward you) insert the tip of the right hand
needle into the front loop of the first stitch
from right to left and with the right hand
needle in front of the left hand needle. Wrap
the yarn anticlockwise around the needle.
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n Before starting a project you should
knit a sample square to check your
tension is correct. Using the same yarn
and needles as in your pattern, cast
on the number of stitches given in the
tension square plus five more, and
work in the specified stitch for the same
number of rows plus five more. In the
example on the left, you would cast on
27 stitches and work 33 rows in stocking
stitch. Block the square as you would
your finished project.
nUsepinsandarulertomarkouta
10cm square area in the centre. Carefully
count the number of stitches and rows
over 10cm (for stocking stitch this is easy
as each stitch is a clearly defined v-shape).
n If your stitch and row counts match
the tension square then the size of
your finished item should be correct.
Too many stitches and rows mean your
knitting is too tight, so try a larger needle.
If it’s too loose, with fewer stitches and
rows, try going down a needle size.
Most projects, especially
garments, include a
tension square like
this one:
22stsx28rows
10cm x 10cm
Stocking stitch
4mm needles
Tension
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Yarn Weights and Substitution
STANDARD TENSION
30-33 sts-36-50 rows
28 sts-36 rows
26 sts-32 rows
22 sts-28 rows
18 sts-24 rows
14 sts-19 rows
9 sts-12 rows
YARN TYPE
Lace
4ply
Sport
DK
Aran
Chunky
Super Chunky
STANDARD NEEDLE SIZE
2mm-3mm
3.25mm
3.5mm
4mm
5mm
6.5mm
10mm
Swapping in a different yarn?
Here are some points to remember.
n Choose one with a similar
tension to the specified yarn.
Match the tension given on the
ball band of the yarns, as the
pattern may use a different stitch.
n Consider the fibre content and
how this might affect the finished
project. For example, cotton yarn
will knit up very differently to wool.
n Don’t forget to check the care
instructions of your new yarn. Not
all yarns are machine washable.
n Look at the meterage of the
new yarn, rather than the weight of
the ball. Not all 50g balls have the
same meterage and you don’t
want to run short when nearing
the end of your project.
MEASUREMENTS
& SIZES
Orange Daisy: 6cm
Forget-me-not: 9cm
KNIT KIT
Yarn: DK, shades (A) Orange,
(B) Yellow, (C) Turquoise, small
amounts of each
Needles: 3mm
Safety toy stuffing
Brooch pin (optional)
Tapestry needle
Orange Daisy
PETALS
Using 3mm needles and yarn
A, cast on six sts
£ Row 1: cast off four sts,
transfer sts from RH needle to
LH needle
£ Row 2: cast on five sts. One
petal made
£ Rows 3-44: rep Rows 1-2 21
times. 22 petals made
£Row45:ktoend
£ Cast off
CENTRE (make two)
Using 3mm needles and yarn
B, cast on six sts
£Row1:ptoend
£Row2:kfb,ktolastst,kfb.
Last-minute Make
Eight sts
£Rows3-5:begwithap
row, work in st st
£ Row 6: k2tog, k to last two
sts, k2tog. Six sts
£Row7:ptoend
£ Cast off
TO MAKE UP
Sew two Centre pieces
together with RS facing out,
stuffing as you go. Sew
Petals around Centre.
Weave in all ends. Sew
brooch pin to back if desired
Forget-me-not
PETAL (make seven)
Using 3mm needles and yarn
C, cast on four sts
£Row1andeveryaltrow:p
to end
£ Row 2: (kfb) to end. Eight
sts
£Row4:ktoend
£ Row 6: k2tog, k to last two
sts, k2tog. Six sts
£ Row 8: k2tog, k2, k2tog.
Four sts
£ Row 10: (k2tog) to end.
Two sts
£ Row 11: p2tog. One st
£ Fasten off
CENTRE
£ Work as for Orange Daisy
TO MAKE UP
Work as for Orange Daisy,
sewing Petals to back of
Centre LK
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Beginning a seam
1 With the pieces placed next to each other with right
side upwards, thread the yarn tail through the fabric
after the first stitch, moving the needle from front to
back. Then, take the needle behind the first stitch on
the second piece from the back of the work to the
front. The yarn will form a figure 8. Tug gently to secure.
Mattress stitch
1 With the two pieces to be joined lying next to each
other, hook the horizontal bar of the first stitch with
the tapestry needle. Move to the other piece and hook
the first horizontal bar of the stitch on that side.
2Repeat this moving from one piece to the next
and pulling the yarn to tighten the join.
Back stitch
1 Pin the pieces to be joined, with the right sides
together. Thread the loose end of yarn onto a
tapestry needle. Start by stitching the two outer edges
together, then bring the needle through the two pieces
1cm from back to front ahead of the previous stitch.
2Push the needle back through at the position
where the yarn emerged from the previous stitch.
Return it to the front of the work, approx 1cm ahead of
the stitch just made. Repeat this until the whole join is
complete, working in a straight line.
Joining cast-off edges
1 Lay the two pieces to be joined right side up and with
the cast off edges touching. Thread a tapestry needle
with the loose yarn and push this through the centre of
the first stitch, and then in and out through the centres
of two stitches on the opposite side.
2Take the needle over to the first side
and insert where it previously exited, bringing
it out through the centre of the next stitch. Repeat
this process alternating sides and stitching single
stitches until the pieces are joined.
PRACTICAL GUIDES
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BLOCKING
This is the process of stretching
and shaping your finished
items to create the correct
dimensions and even out
your stitches. There are a few
different ways to achieve this:
Wet blocking: dampen the
pieces, gently squeeze out
excess water, pin to correct
measurements, leave to dry.
Steaming: lay a damp cloth
over your work and gently
iron over the top. Do not iron
directly on to your knitting.
Continue until the cloth is dry.
Alternatively, gently hover over
your work with the iron and
apply steam until the knitting
relaxes. Pin to the desired
measurements and allow to set.
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l Weave in ends on the
wrong side of the work,
along seams if possible.
Instead of tying any knots
it’s preferable to secure the
yarn by splitting a stitch and
pulling the yarn through it
l Steam, press or wet block
all individual pieces (see
right) and leave them to
dry thoroughly before
sewing up.
l Using the correct
technique for sewing
together your pieces
will result in a much
more professional finish.
See below for our
step-by-step guide.
l Take care to follow
the correct washing
instructions for your
fibre – you should find
these on the ball band
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Row 10 of the Cable pattern should be worked the
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2Insert the tapestry needle
knitwise into the first stitch
on the back needle and pull the
yarn through, leaving the stitch
on the needle.
3Having set up as shown in Steps
1 and 2, repeat Steps 3 and 4
until all stitches have been grafted.
Insert the tapestry needle knitwise
into the first stitch on the front needle
and slide the stitch off. Before you
pull the yarn through this stitch insert
the tapestry needle into the next
stitch on the front needle purlwise
and pull the yarn through, this time
leaving the stitch on the needle.
4 Insert the tapestry needle
purlwise into the first stitch on
the back needle and slide it off.
Before pulling the yarn through this
stitch, insert the tapestry needle into
the next stitch on the back needle
knitwise and pull the yarn through,
leaving the stitch on the needle.
Kitchener stitch
PRACTICAL GUIDES
Abbreviations
0 no stitches, times or rows
-
no stitches, times
or rows for that size
alt alternate
approx approximately
beg beginning
C4F (cable 4 front) slip two
stitches on to cable
needle, hold at front of
work, k2 , k2 from
cable needle
C4B (cable 4 back) slip two
stitches onto cable needle,
hold at back of work, k2 ,
k2 from cable needle
ch chain stitch
ch sp chain space
cm centimetres
cn cable needle
cont continue (ing)
dc double crochet
dc2tog (insert hook into next
stitch, yarn over hook, pull
through loop) twice, yarn
over hook, pull through all
three loops on hook
dec decrease (ing)
dpn(s) double pointed
needle(s)
dtr double treble crochet
foll (s) following (follows)
htr half treble crochet
inc increase (ing)
k knit
kfb knit into the front and
the back of next stitch
kfbf knit into the front, back and
front of the next stitch
k2tog knit two stitches together
kwise knitwise
k wrap insert right hand needle up
tog with through the wrap and into
st the stitch, knit the wrap
together with stitch
LH left hand
m1 make one stitch, by
picking up the horizontal
loop before next stitch and
knitting into the back of it
m1p make one stitch, by
picking up the horizontal
loop before next stitch and
purling into the back of it
meas measure (s)
mm millimeters
N1 (2, 3) needle 1 (2, 3)
p purl
patt pattern
pb place bead
pfb purl into the front and
back of next st
pm place marker
p2tog purl two stitches together
prev previous
psso pass slipped stitch over
and off needle
p2sso pass two slipped stitches
over and off needle
pwise purlwise
rem remain (ing)
rep repeat (ing)
rev st st reverse stocking stitch (p
onRSrow,konWSrow)
rm remove marker
rnd(s) round(s)
RH right hand
RS right side
skpo slip one, knit one, pass
slipped stitch over
sk2po slip next stitch kwise, knit
two together, pass slipped
stitch over and off needle
sl 2, k1,
p2sso
slip next two stitches
knitwise at the same time,
knit one, pass both
slipped stitches over
p wrap Slip the wrapped stitch from
tog with the left hand to right hand
st needle, insert left hand
needle into wrap, return
stitch to left hand needle,
purl wrap and stitch together
sl 1 slip one stitch
sl st slip stitch
sm slip marker
sp (s) space(s)
ssk one by one slip the next two
stitches knitwise. Put your
left needle through the front
loops of both slipped stitches
and knit them together
st (s) stitch (es)
st st stocking stitch (k on RS
row, p on WS row)
tbl through the back loop (s)
tr treble crochet
w&t (on knit rows) take the yarn
between the needles to
the front of the work, slip the
next stitch from the Left
Hand needle to the Right
Hand needle purlwise, take
the yarn between the needles
back to its original position,
slip the stitch back to the Left
Hand needle and turn
(on purl rows) take the yarn
between the needles to the
back of the work, slip the
next stitch from the Left
Hand needle to the Right
Hand needle purlwise, take
the yarn between the needles
back to its original position,
slip the stitch back to the Left
Hand needle and turn
WS wrong side
wyib with yarn in back
wyif with yarn in front
yb yarn back
yfwd yarn forward (between
knit stitches)
yo work yfwd/yon/yrn as
appropriate
yoh yarn over hook
yon yarn over needle (between
a purl and a knit stitch)
yrn yarn round needle
(between purl stitches
and between a knit and a
purl stitch)
y2rn wrap yarn twice around
needle
*
repeat instructions
following the asterisk as
many times as instructed
() £ work instructions inside
the brackets as many
times as instructed
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This is a brilliant technique for grafting toe stitches together on socks. It is
worked as follows:
SET UP: Before starting you
need to prepare the stitches on
the needle. Hold the two needles
with the remaining stitches
parallel. The loose end of yarn
should be coming from the back
needle and lying to the right of
the work.
1 Thread yarn end onto a tapestry
needle and insert it purlwise into
the first stitch on the needle closest
to you. Pull the yarn through but
leave the stitch on the needle.
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I couldn’t believe it when I discovered that
wool had such a low value in this country.
I decided to start purchasing the fibres at a
fair price and began my work as a yarn
producer and distributor. In 2014 I launched
the fibreworkshop (fibreworkshop.co.uk)
where I sell Norfolk Horn yarn, patterns,
accessories, and even soap made from
sheep milk! I also have a blog where I share
my findings and about my experience with
hand-dyeing. I like to work with natural
dyes, as they are sustainable and produce
a beautiful effect.
I regularly host workshops where I explore
everything to do with wool. It’s amazing
when I get to interact with people and see
the penny drop as they realise why it’s so
important to protect the genetic diversity of
the sheep in this country. I ’ve also met so
many passionate people in the industry
who work tirelessly to enhance the value of
British wool. Over the past five years more
and more people are taking an interest in
where their yarns are coming from. There
F
rom the fields of Norfolk to the
silver screen JENNIFER
MONAHAN is promoting an
ethical, sustainable and
thoughtful approach to fibre arts. With an
enviable talent for completing projects
using nothing more than a photo, Jenn is
also skilled at inspiring crafters to
consider the origin of their yarns,
encouraging knitters everywhere to find
the value in local fibres. Fascinated by
Jenn’s work, we were thrilled when she
agreed to share her life in patterns...
I can’t remember a time before I knew
how to knit. Both my granny and my mum
were knitters and I followed suit when
I was very young. I remember knitting
tiny clothes for my Sindy doll.
My passion for rare breeds and British
wool was born when we moved to
Norfolk and I spotted some unusual
sheep in the field next to us. They turned
out to be Norfolk Horn (Norfolk’s
indigenous rare breed sheep) and I’ve
been obsessed with them ever since.
I may not have my own sheep, but I can
appreciate the work that goes into
producing wool. It’s not a lucrative industry,
the owners of rare breeds aren’t in it for the
money – they are doing it out of love.
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Using natural fibres, Jenn created
a shawl for Beth March
Jenn is skilled at hand-dyeing her
yarns using natural dyes
Jenn enjoys working with
rare breeds such as
the Norfolk Horn
has definitely been a shift!
My passion for wool has led me to knitting
costumes for a number of television
shows and films. I recently produced knits
for Sam Mendes’ film 1917, including mittens,
scarves and balaclavas. Knitting for Greta
Gerwig’s movie Little Women was also a
brilliant experience. My research has never
stretched so far back and I was surprised by
how advanced the techniques were. We’re
really not doing anything too different
nowadays! It was important that we used
traditional yarns, as it would feel strange
using an acrylic fibre for a project set during
the 1800s. I produced 15 pieces in total
including Beth’s shawl pattern which is now
being sold on Ravelry to raise money for
charity. For this piece I worked mostly with
pure wool but also silk, alpaca, nettle and
linen fibres.
I am currently working on a book about
the Norfolk Horn. I am also busy creating
new knitting patterns for the book using
my yarns. I am regularly updating the
hand-dyed yarns and adding to the
workshops listed on my website. I find
Instagram a great platform for sharing
updates, so you would be very welcome
to follow me (@fibreworkshop). I love
everything related to knitting, so I am
never at a loss for inspiration.
“Over the past five years
more and more people are
taking an interest in
where their yarns are
coming from.”
MY LIFE
IN PATTERNS
Jenn has designed costume pieces for
period dramas, including the 2019
film Little Women. Credit: © 2019
Columbia Pictures Industries, Sony Pictures
MOVIE KNITS CREATOR AND BRITISH WOOL FAN JENNIFER MONAHAN