Simply Knittingの Christmas 2024 の目次

We’ve decked our pages with a dazzling array of projects to bring a little extra celebratory magic. Whether you’re in the party mood for something light and lacy (like the charming short-sleeved top gracing our cover) or tackling a last-minute gift, we’ve got you covered – from cute gnome stockings to a pop-out teddy cushion. And Christmas cake may never have looked as good as our knitted version by Amanda Berry! In this issue, we’re also celebrating a homecoming of sorts, with a feature on Stylecraft Yarns, a beloved brand bringing yarn production back to Yorkshire. So, grab warm, and let’s knit our way into the stitches and a very merry holiday season! The SK Team x Kirstie, Sophie, Nicola, Camilla, Jennifer and Cory…

GET the LOOK Page 19 EXCLUSIVE TO Simply knitting EXCLUSIVE TO Simply knitting loves TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED □ West Yorkshire Spinners Fable Brushed Aran (50% Falkland wool, 35% British alpaca, 15% British mohair, 100g/166m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ A pair of 4.5mm needles □ A pair of 5mm needles □ 4 locking stitch markers □ 2 stitch holders TENSION 18 sts and 22 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over lace pattern using 5mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 79 WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists contact West Yorkshire Spinners on 01535 664500 or visit www.wyspinners.com OR YOU COULD TRY… □ Wool Warehouse 0800 505 3300 or www.woolwarehouse.co.uk □ Emily Foulds www.emilyfoulds.com KEY CHART CHEVRON JUMPER LACE…

YOUR KNITS STAR LETTER A SOXTIETH BIRTHDAY Thank you for all the inspiration you cram into your wonderful magazine. Recently I celebrated a significant birthday by knitting all of my guests a pair of socks. Appropriate really, as we were celebrating my soxtieth! Inspiration only arrived 12 weeks before the occasion when I purchased the wonderful ‘52 Weeks of Socks’ book by Laine. So began the intense click clacking of my DPNs as I madly knitted 16 pairs of unique socks. I even made a stripy pair for myself that incorporated all the wool that I had used on my family and friends’ creations. I will treasure these socks for many years. @ Michelle Mulcahy What a wonderful way to commemorate a milestone birthday Michelle! And a lovely way to…

GREAT READS For knitters intrigued by the idea of creating their own vibrant yarn using eco-friendly methods, ‘Dyeing Yarn Naturally’ by Ria Burns offers the perfect guide to get started. This practical book teaches readers how to turn everyday plants into stunning colours for your knitting projects. Whether you’re a complete beginner or have some dyeing experience, Burns offers clear, easy-to-follow advice to help you transform plain yarn into beautiful, naturally dyed creations. Yarn dyeing make simple Burns makes natural dyeing approachable. She begins with the basics, explaining how pH levels and metal modifiers, like alum or iron, affect dye colours. She simplifies the science, so even those unfamiliar with chemistry can understand how these elements work together to produce different shades. By focusing on natural and foraged dyes, Burns…

TURN to page 22 for great reader stories! COPYRIGHT-FREE KNIT It's partytime! Debora Bradley‘s knit makes a fun addition to your Christmas meal IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ Schachenmayr Soft Wool (DK, 100% wool, 50g/110m) 1 ball of Gold (00022) □ A pair of 4mm needles ABBREVIATIONS ssk (slip slip knit) Slip the next 2 stitches, as if to knit, on to the right-hand needle separately. Insert the left-hand needle into the front of the stitches and knit them together. For a full list see page 79 CROWN Cast on 16 sts using 4mm needles. Row 1 (RS) Sl1, K2, yo, ssk, K1, yo twice, ssk, K8. Row 2 (WS) Sl1, K8, (K1, P1) in double yo, K3, yo, ssk, K1. Row 3 Sl1, K2, yo, ssk, K7,…

Knit in 100% MERINO EXCLUSIVE TO Simply Knitting EXCLUSIVE TO IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ World of Wool Chubbs (super chunky, 100% Merino wool, 100g/65m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ A 10mm circular needle, 80cm long □ A 12mm circular needle, 80cm long □ A set of 10mm double-pointed needles for sleeves, or a circular needle, 40cm long □ Stitch marker □ Waste yarn for holding stitches TENSION 8 sts and 12 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over pattern using 12mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 79 WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists contact World of Wool on 03300 564888 or www.worldofwool.co.uk OR YOU COULD TRY… □ Wool Warehouse 0800 505 3300 or www.woolwarehouse.co.uk FIND YOUR SIZE SIZING COLOUR KEY…

EXCLUSIVE TO Simply Knitting EXCLUSIVE TO Knit in a WEEK OR LESS! IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ King Cole Glitz DK (97% acrylic, 3% polyester, 100g/290m) 1 ball of each Yarn A Diamond White (0483) Yarn B Antique Gold (3503) □ King Cole Big Value DK (100% acrylic, 50g/145m) 1 ball of each Yarn C White (4020) Yarn D Red (4029) Yarn E Brick (4030) Yarn F Emerald (4050) Yarn G Platinum (4051) Yarn H Black (4053) Yarn J Porcelain (4094) □ A pair of 3.25mm needles □ A set of 3.25mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) □ Stitch marker □ Polystyrene cake dummy, 15cm (6in) diameter, 10cm (4in) tall □ Toy filling □ 2 domed black buttons, 5mm diameter □ Sewing needle and thread □ Black embroidery thread □ 2 white…

GNOME STOCKING EXCLUSIVE TO Simply knitting EXCLUSIVE TO LASTMINUTE make IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ King Cole Big Value DK (100% acrylic, 50g/145m) 2 balls of Yarn A Red (4029) 1 ball of each Yarn B White (4020) Yarn C Olive (4091) Yarn D Blush (4058) □ King Cole Moments DK (100% polyester, 50g/98m) 1 ball of Yarn E White (470) □ A pair of 4mm needles □ A pair of toy safety eyes, 9mm diameter □ Toy filling TENSION 22 sts and 28 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over stocking stitch using 4mm needles MEASUREMENTS 55cm (21¾in) tall ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 79 WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists contact King Cole on 01756 703670 or www.kingcole.com OR YOU COULD TRY… □ SMD Knitting…

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

Perfect YOUR FAIR ISLE! IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ Stylecraft ReLove (aran, 80% recycled acrylic, 20% recycled wool, 100g/220m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ A pair of 4.5mm needles □ A pair of 5mm needles □ A 5mm circular needle, 80cm long TENSION 18.5 sts and 26 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 5mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 79 HOW TO USE OUR CHARTS Start at the bottom right-hand corner. Read right side rows from right to left and wrong side rows from left to right. A row of squares represents a row of knitting WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists contact Stylecraft on 01484 848435 or visit www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk OR YOU COULD TRY… □ Little Wool…

IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ World of Wool Isle Aran (80% Shetland wool, 20% Blue Faced Leicester wool, 100g/175m) 2 balls of Scalloway (IY19) □ A pair of 4.5mm needles □ Tapestry needle TENSION 20 sts and 28 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over stitch pattern using 4.5mm needles. 1 repeat of 15 st lace pattern measures 7.5cm ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 79 MEASUREMENTS 12x160cm (43/4x63in) WHERE TO BUY □ World Of Wool 03300 564888 www.retailer.com TOP TIP When knitting lace markers are your friend. Place them between repeats of the lace pattern. This will help you keep track of each section, making it easier to spot mistakes early. LACE SCARF Note The scarf is worked flat. A four-row lace repeat is used throughout, with…

Welcome to our special lace collection. Whether you fancy crafting matching sets for mum and child or treating yourself to an elegant lace shawl, these wonderful Ane Kofoed from JoJo Knitwear patterns, brought to us by Hobbii yarns, are sure to bring joy. The delicate designs are perfect for those who love to weave timeless charm into their garments. So grab your needles, choose your favourite yarn and dive into these beautiful projects. We can’t wait to see what you create!…

WHAT’S NEW Just like velvet Yarnsmiths Chenille Chunky Yarn Discover Yarnsmiths Chenille Chunky in 50 stunning colours! Its velvety texture inspires unique designs, from cosy blankets to charming toys. Let your creativity shine with endless mixing possibilities. £5 for 100g, www.woolwarehouse.co.uk 100% wool yarn Glencroft Clapdale Wool Glencroft introduces Clapdale Wool, a traceable DK hand-knit wool sourced from local farms in Yorkshire. Available in various hand-dyed colours, each 100g hank includes three free knitting patterns. RRP starts at £17.95. www.glencroftcountrywear.co.uk Festive knit kit addiChristmas Circular Needle The addiChristmas circular knitting needle features festive colours and elegant design, combining stability with a soft feel. They make the perfect gift for a knitter. £12.99, https://shop.knitmcintosh.com/collections/addi Colour change magic Caron's New Turtleneck Pullover Pattern Welcome cooler days with the Caron Colorama Halo Perfect…

Introducing Hobbii’s Jade yarn, a soft, durable 100% acrylic medium cake yarn. Weighing 100g and offering 300m of yarn, it’s perfect for aran projects using 5mm needles. Its enchantingly soft halo and vibrant, garden-inspired colour palette make it ideal for cosy garments and delightful home décor. £7 for 100g 100% suri alpaca fibres Hobbii’s Upcycled Suri Alpaca Yarn is a luxurious, eco-friendly chunky yarn made from 100% surplus Suri alpaca fibres. Lightweight and soft, it’s perfect for warm, timeless garments and accessories. Available in natural colours, this yarn combines elegance with sustainability. £10 for 110m For more details visit www.hobbii.co.uk…

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

Pattern in issue 187 1ST PLACE Mary’s bear was knitted from issue 187 of Simply Knitting and won first place in her local show. She also knitted a suitcase and popped it behind him for all his adventures. @ Mary Caponi Pattern in issue 249 BABY CARDI Susan thought we might like to see her latest knit – a first-time baby cardi from issue 249. It was knitted for her Goddaughter. We think it’s so sweet and such a special knit. Well done! @ Susan Richards MANE EVENT Carole has been knitting lots of toys from Simply Knitting magazine and other sources, including dolls and rabbits. This gorgeous wild lion is our absolute favourite. Look at that incredible mane! Well done Carole, all your toys look fab. @ Carole Kratze…

BABY CARDIGAN Try a new stitch pattern! TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED □ Bergère de France Coton Satiné (DK, 100% cotton, 50g/115m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ A pair of 3.5mm needles □ A pair of 4mm needles □ A 4mm circular needle, 80cm long (optional) □ 4 panda coconut buttons, 18mm diameter (ref 50236, pack of 6) □ 5 stitch holders TENSION 21 sts and 32 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 4mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 79 TOP TIP Use a stretchy bind-off technique like the Jeny's Surprisingly Stretchy Bind-Off for baby cardigans. This ensures the neckline and cuffs have enough give for easy dressing and comfort. BABY CARDIGAN BACK Cast on 52 (57: 60:…

MEN’S CABLE JUMPER Knit in WOOL & ALPACA IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ DROPS Air (aran, 65% alpaca, 28% polyamide, 7% wool, 50g/150m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ A 4mm circular needle, 40cm long □ A 4mm circular needle, 80cm long □ A 5mm circular needle, 40cm long □ A 5mm circular needle, 80cm long □ A set of 4mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) □ A set of 5mm DPNs □ Cable needle (cn) □ Stitch holder □ 4 Stitch markers (SM) TENSION 17 sts and 22 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 5mm needles ABBREVIATIONS T4F Sl 3 sts onto cn and hold to front, P1, K3 from cn. T4B Sl 1 st onto cn and hold to back, K3,…

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

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

1 Bring the yarn to the front of the needles before you work the next stitch. 2 Insert the right-hand needle into the next stitch, and wrap the yarn around the right-hand needle to knit the stitch. 3 This will bring the yarn between the needles to the front, and you can then pull it through the stitch as normal. 4 Slip the stitch off the needle. You will notice that the yarn over forms an extra loop to the right of the stitch you have just worked.…

CONTACT US! Got a question for our experts? Then email us at simplyknitting@ourmedia.co.uk or write to us at Simply Knitting, Our Media, Eagle House, Bristol BS1 4ST KNIT GURU Faye Perriam-Reed Technical Editor & Designer Top freelance technical editor and designer, Faye has a love of texture, and all the maths that comes with it. Jen Bartlett Technical Editor Jen is a stitch expert and technical whizz and likes to tackle the trickiest of knitting problems. Cory Sydee Technical Editor Top expert and knitting super-fan, Cory likes to delve into the toughest of knitting conundrums. Sophie Jordan Deputy Editor Passionate about colour combinations and Fair Isle, Sophie has 40 knitting years under her belt. QUESTION OF THE MONTH SLIPPERY STITCHES Q I need your help! I keep losing stitches off…

SCAN HERE… FOR TIPS AND TUTORIALS! Scan this QR code with your phone or tablet camera or via a QR code reader app. CABLE CAST-ON METHOD Use it for a firm edge, and when adding stitches to your work THUMB CAST-ON METHOD A great all rounder, use it to cast on stitches quickly and easily KNIT Follow our simple steps to make the most important stitch you'll learn PURL To make purl stitches, just reverse the action of plain knit stitches CAST OFF Finish off your knitting with this straightforward cast-off technique ABBREVIATIONS AND USEFUL INFO NEEDLE SIZES…

ISSUE 257 DECEMBER ⁎ Sleepy Santa jumper ⁎ Gingerbread man decoration ⁎ Kids’ snowman jumper ⁎ Men’s Christmas cardigan ⁎ Amanda Berry’s cuddly reindeer toy ⁎ Snowmen tree decorations ⁎ House hot water bottle cover ⁎ Fairy lights cushion ⁎ Christmas Advent blanket KAL (pt3) ⁎ Daisy stitch T-shirt ⁎ Mini stockings ⁎ PLUS Seasonal Wreaths pattern book BUY IT NOW! RETURN TO THE APP TO BUY BACK ISSUES ISSUE 256 NOVEMBER ⁎ Three-quarter sleeved jumper ⁎ Cowl and mitts set ⁎ Kids’ cardi ⁎ Men’s textured jumper ⁎ Lifeboat crew tea cosy ⁎ Christmas blanket KAL (pt2) ⁎ Mini baubles ⁎ Ribberto the frog ⁎ Colourblock cardigan ⁎ Baby pinafore ⁎ PLUS Christmas Knits and Festive Friends books ISSUE 255 OCTOBER ⁎ Tweed cable jumper Accessories set ⁎ Kids’…

WOMEN’S JUMPER TRY A NEW stitch! IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ Hobbii Divina (aran, 65% alpaca, 28% polyamide, 7% wool 50g/150m) □ Hobbii Friends Kid Silk (lace, 72% mohair, 25% silk, 3% wool 25g/200m) □ Hobbii Soft Alpaca Lace (lace, 100% alpaca, 50g/400m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ A 5.5mm circular needle, 40cm long □ A 5.5mm circular needle, 80cm long □ Stitch markers □ Waste yarn WHERE TO BUY □ Hobbii at www.hobbii.co.uk TENSION 15 sts and 26 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 5.5mm needles, with one strand of each yarn held together ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 79 in Simply Knitting magazine HOW TO USE OUR CHARTS Start at the bottom right-hand corner. Read right-side rows from…

Make a MATCHING SET IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ Hobbii Divina (aran, 65% alpaca, 28% polyamide, 7% wool 50g/150m) □ Hobbii Friends Kid Silk (lace, 72% mohair, 25% silk, 3% wool 25g/200m) □ Hobbii Soft Alpaca Lace (lace, 100% alpaca, 50g/400m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ A 5.5mm circular needle, 40cm long □ A 5.5mm circular needle, 80cm long □ Stitch markers □ Waste yarn TENSION 15 sts and 26 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 5.5mm needles, with one strand of each yarn held together ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 79 in Simply Knitting magazine HOW TO USE OUR CHARTS Start at the bottom right-hand corner. Read right-side rows from right to left and wrong-side rows from left…

We love Knit to a… crescendo! Introducing King Cole Crescendo Aran, the latest innovation in yarn crafted from soft acrylic. This unique two-twist design creates subtle, variegated shades inspired by the beauty of music. Whether you’re looking for family friendly patterns, charming designs for children, or sophisticated styles for adults, Crescendo Aran offers endless possibilities to bring harmony to your knitting projects. Building on the success of their beloved baby range, Melody DK, Crescendo Aran strikes the perfect chord for knitters of all levels. Yarn £3.99 for 100g. For more visit www.kingcole.com Dreamy colour combos WYS’s new yarn collection, Re:Treat Chunky Colour Fusions, has been introduced, inspired by the changing hues of the sky. Made from 100% British Bluefaced Kerry Hill wool, this yarn is known for its plush handle and…

EXCLUSIVE TO Simply Knitting EXCLUSIVE TO Super FUN DESIGN! EASY TO KNIT YOU WILL NEED □ King Cole Cottonsoft DK (100% cotton, 100g/210m) 3 balls of Yarn A Opal (3460) 1 ball each of Yarn B Red (5700) Yarn C Clementine (3464) Yarn D Sunshine (5701) Yarn E Honey (1930) □ A pair of 3.75mm needles (for cushion) □ A pair of 3.25mm needles (for teddy) □ Cushion inner, 50x50cm □ Toy filling, 40g □ 5 buttons (2cm diameter) □ 2 stitch markers TENSION For cushion cover 22 sts and 28 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over stocking stitch using 3.75mm needles For teddy 24 sts and 36 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over stocking stitch using 3.25mm needles MEASUREMENTS Cover finished size 50x50cm (20x20in) Teddy 20cm (8 in) high…

Charity Birmingham Dogs Home Established 1892 What do you do? We care 24/7 for over 2,000 local homeless dogs every year, from across the West Midlands and South Staffordshire. We operate from two centres, near Birmingham and Wolverhampton and receive dogs from local authorities across the region as well as dogs relinquished by their owners. Tell us about Birmingham Dogs Home As a charity, we do not receive any government funding and are totally reliant on the generosity of the dog loving local community to keep our doors open every day and provide the best standards of welfare we can to the region’s most deserving dogs. What can knitters do to help? There are lots of fun ways knitters can get involved and help to raise vital funds for our…

1 Work up to where the cable pattern starts, then take the yarn to the back of the knitting. 2 Slip the first 3 stitches knitwise on to a cable needle. Hold these stitches at the back of the knitting. 3 Knit the next 3 stitches from the left-hand needle. Slide the stitches on the cable needle to the right-hand end of it and knit them on to the right-hand needle. 4 Bring the yarn to the front of your knitting, and pull the yarn tight to avoid ladders along the side of the cable. Work the next stitch and continue in the pattern.…

PUZZLES CATCH UP WITH OUR READER KNITS AND STORIES over on page 22 CHILL OUT WITH A CROSSWORD FIND AND UNSCRAMBLE THE KEY WORD! ACROSS 1 Happy, content (7) 5 Advise (7) 9 Motif created by crossing stitches (5) 10 Famous Greek temple (9) 11 To and ---, back and forth (3) 12 Part of a flower (5) 13 Weak and infirm (5) 14 Alcoholic apple drink (5) 16 Baby cat (6) 18 Courageous (6) 19 Loosely coiled length of yarn (5) 22 Dancing ---, TV skating competition (2,3) 24 Maple, chocolate or golden? (5) 26 Spanish for ‘two’? (3) 27 Doctor (9) 29 Similar (5) 30 Capital of the Isle of Man (7) 31 Festive chocolate cake (4,3) DOWN 1 Largest ocean (7) 2 Decorate with needlework (9) 3…

HAIR ACCESSORIES Great GIFT IDEA! EXCLUSIVE TO Simply knitting EXCLUSIVE TO EASY TO KNIT YOU WILL NEED □ King Cole Tinsel Chunky (75% polyester, 25% lurex, 50g/70m) 1 ball of Yarn B Silver (206) □ King Cole Pricewise DK (100% acrylic, 100g/282m) 1 ball of each Yarn A Shamrock (039) Yarn C Red (009) Yarn D Acid (038) Yarn E Candy (040) Yarn F Wave (1751) □ A pair of 4mm needles □ A plain plastic headband □ French elastic, 5mm×13cm □ Stuffing □ Safety pin □ Sewing needle and thread TENSION 22 sts and 28 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 4mm needles with DK yarn MEASUREMENTS Individual lights 7×3cm (2¾×1¼in) for headband 9×3cm (3½×1¼in) for scrunchie ABBREVIATIONS T&D Thread yarn through rem sts and draw…

GUEST EXPERT 1 First decide how long you’d like the wristwarmer to be, by measuring from the end of your wrist to somewhere around or after your knuckles. It’s up to you whether you begin the cuff ribbing where stated in the pattern, or whether you make the wristwarmer a continuation of the main sleeve pattern. 2 Cast on the number of stitches required for your sleeve and work to the desired wristwarmer length from knuckle to thumb opening without shaping, working in rows instead of rounds for 5-6cm for the thumbhole if your pattern is seamless. 3 When you have reached the desired length of wristwarmer, then begin to follow the sleeve instructions as given in pattern, starting at the cuff. You may wish to omit the ribbing of…

Kirstie McLeod Editor “A lace cardigan using a lovely luxurious and soft 4ply alpaca yarn, in my favourite black shade!” Cory Sydee Technical Editor “Socks! I love making them and know how to fit them to my feet perfectly. I just wish I could magically knit them to fit other people’s feet too!” Sophie Jordan Deputy Editor “Ooo, that’s tricky! Anything with lace in it. I’d love the patience to get all those yarn overs right every time.” Jen Bartlett Technical Editor “A hat that fits my head! Despite all my measuring and swatching, I have a collection of too-big hats, it’s become a bit of a family joke.”…

DAINTY SHAWL GREAT GIFT KNIT! IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ Hobbii Divina (aran, 65% alpaca, 28% polyamide, 7% wool, 50g/150m) 2 (3) skeins of Sangria (15) □ A 5mm circular needle, 80cm long TENSION 16 sts and 28 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over garter st using 5mm needles MEASUREMENTS Length 140 (170)cm [55 (67)in] Width 23 (32)cm [9 (12½)in] ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 79 in Simply Knitting magazine WHERE TO BUY □ Hobbii at www.hobbii.co.uk DAINTY SHAWL Cast on 7 sts using 5mm circular needles. Knit 1 row. Row 1 (RS) Yo, K1, yo, knit to end. [2 sts increased] Row 2 (WS) Yo, K1, yo, knit to end. [2 sts increased] Repeat Rows 1 and 2 another 4 times. [27 sts] Row 3…