Table of contents for September 2024 in Simply Knitting

As the leaves turn we bring you a collection of cosy, creative projects to keep your needles clicking. Our cover design is a stunning eyelet stitch T-shirt that balances modern colour and traditional stitches. Chloë Elizabeth Birch delights us with a bright seaside jumper for kids. We’re also excited to announce our knitters’ bounty competition, exclusive Rowan longline cardi pattern (ideal for seasonal transitions) and for modern men, our stylish grandad cardi. Be charmed this issue by Amanda Berry’s honey pot mobile, or spark imaginations with Claire Fairall’s space playset. Our exclusive gift is a West Yorkshire Spinners pattern collection by Sarah Hatton. It’s packed with modern yet classic patterns to be knitted and worn for years to come. Enjoy! The SK Team x Kirstie, Sophie, Nicola, Camilla, Jennifer and…

GREAT READS Search Press is thrilled to announce the release of the English language edition of ‘Knitted Moomin Socks’, following the success of the best-selling Finnish original. This captivating collection features 29 unique Fair Isle sock patterns inspired by Tove Jansson’s beloved Moomin books, edited by Linda Permanto of Novita Yarns. Crafted by top Finnish knitting designers, the whimsical patterns utilize the Moomin x Novita range of yarn. Storytelling knits Each pattern tells a Moomin tale: ‘The Hemulen Collecting Flowers’ whisks readers away on a floral adventure; ‘Dancing in the Rain’ transports them to a playful, carefree moment in Moominvalley and ‘Happy Sniff’ captures Sniff’s contentment and joy. Practical too! The sock designs capture the essence of these beloved characters while offering clear, practical guidance, making it easy to find…

Great GIFT IDEA! EXCLUSIVE TO Simply Knitting EXCLUSIVE TO TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED □ Yarnsmiths Merino Sock (4ply, 75% wool, 25% nylon, 100g/400m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ 1 set of 2.5 double-pointed needles (DPNs) or circular needles, 80cm long, if using magic loop method □ A pair of 2.5mm needles □ Tapestry needle □ Stitch markers TENSION 34 sts and 44 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over unblocked stocking stitch using 2.5mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 79 WHERE TO BUY □ Wool Warehouse Call 0800 505 3300 or visit www.woolwarehouse.co.uk CHART 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.…

MEN'S CARDIGAN EVERY DAY style! EXCLUSIVE TO Simply knitting EXCLUSIVE TO IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ West Yorkshire Spinners The Croft DK (100% Shetland wool, 100g/225m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ A pair of 5.5mm needles □ A pair of 6mm needles □ A pair of 7mm needles □ 3 stitch holders □ 9 buttons, 2.5cm diameter TENSION 17 sts and 21 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over wide rib (see Back) using 7mm needles and Yarn A and B held together ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 79 WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists contact West Yorkshire Spinners on 01535 664500 or www.wyspinners.com OR YOU COULD TRY… □ The Knitting Network 01795 570303 or www.theknittingnetwork.co.uk □ Fine Fettle Fibres 01670 600001…

LONG LACE CARDIGAN NEW from ROWAN EST 1978 TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED □ Rowan Creative Linen (DK, 50% cotton, 50% linen, 100g/200m For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ A pair of 4mm needles □ A pair of 4.5mm needles □ A set of 4mm circular needles, at least 120cm long TENSION 18 sts and 25 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over patt using 4.5mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 79 WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists contact Rowan on 01924 371501 or www.knitrowan.com OR YOU COULD TRY… □ Black Sheep Wools 01925 764231 or www.blacksheepwools.com □ Ewe Wool Shop www.i-love-ewe.com LONG LACE CARDIGAN When working patt from Chart, take care to ensure each dec of patt is matched by an…

EASY TO KNIT YOU WILL NEED □ Stylecraft Special DK (100% acrylic, 295m/100g) 1 ball Spice (1711) □ A pair of 4mm needles □ Two 4mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) for i-cord □ Toy stuffing □ Small amount of black yarn for embroidery □ Striped ribbon, 2m □ Split rings TENSION 22 sts and 30 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 4mm needles MEASUREMENTS Body 6m wide, 4.5cm tall With legs approx 15cm wide ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 79 WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists contact Stylecraft on 01484 848435 or www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk OR YOU COULD TRY… □ Black Sheep Wools 01925 764231 or www.blacksheepwools.com □ Ewe Wool Shop www.i-love-ewe.com SEASIDE KEYRING BODY (MAKE 2) Cast on 8 sts using 4mm needles. Row 1 K1,…

NOT TOO tricky! EXCLUSIVE TO Simply Knitting EXCLUSIVE TO IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ Sirdar Hayfield Bonus DK (100% acrylic, 100g/280m) 1 ball of each Yarn A Champagne (598) Yarn B Bright Lemon (819) Yarn C Black (965) Yarn D White (961) □ A pair of 3mm needles □ Two 3mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) □ Toy filling □ Two domed black buttons per bee, 6mm diameter □ White cotton twine, 7.5m □ A 20cm embroidery hoop □ Double-sided tape □ Circle of cardboard, 5cm diameter □ Strong glue (optional) TENSION 23 sts and 31 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over stocking stitch using 3mm needles MEASUREMENTS Each piece 5-9cm (2-31/2in) tall ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 79 WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists contact Sirdar on 01924 371501 or visit…

GUEST EXPERT FELTING STEP-BY-STEP 1 Fill a washing-up bowl with water as hot as your hands can handle, and add a few drops of wool wash or a gentle liquid soap. 2 Hold your project in one hand and make sure it’s totally immersed in the water, then rub the fabric against itself to agitate the fibres. Move the piece around, making sure all the areas you want to felt are rubbed for an even finish. Make sure you don’t end up felting one side to another or getting thumbholes stuck shut. Some wools will felt almost instantly, while others can take a little longer. 3 Keep checking your piece, comparing it with your pattern if necessary, and stop when the piece has shrunk to the required size. If you’re…

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 THUMP 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 253 AUGUST ⁎ Colour block jumper ⁎ Pretty petal bag ⁎ Kids nautical jumper ⁎ Roller boot tea cosy ⁎ Men’s buttoned vest ⁎ Lace and cable mug hugs ⁎ Kids’ string-bobble jumper ⁎ Beach hut cushion⁎ Rowan longline cardi ⁎ Toy aeroplane ⁎ Circus stripes jumper ⁎ Geometric kindle cover ⁎ PLUS Summer Knits pattern book BUY IT NOW! RETURN TO THE APP TO BUY BACK ISSUES ISSUE 252 JULY ⁎ Reversible V-neck jumper ⁎ Garter stitch shawl ⁎ Spots and stripes kids’ jumper ⁎ Men’s striped jumper Cropped cardi ⁎ Doris the Donkey ⁎ Kid’s floral jumper ⁎ Mosaic T-shirt ⁎ Pompom rucksack ⁎ Lace-edged tank top ⁎ PLUS Knitted Gifts pattern book ISSUE 251 JUNE ⁎ Lace-sleeved jumper ⁎ Sheep socks ⁎ Kids’ rainbow jumper ⁎…

Welcome to our special extra book! Classic Knits features eight gorgeous heritage patterns by trusted knit designer Sarah Hatton, all crafted with luxurious West Yorkshire Spinners yarn. Inside, you'll find a lace jumper for ladies, men's gansey socks, a baby hat and cardigan set, a men's cable jumper, a ladies' classic cardigan, and an adult hat and scarf set. These traditional designs packed with intricate details, are perfect for mums, dads, babies and the entire family, so cram your wardrobes to overflowing with stylish, classic looks this season!…

WHAT’S NEW Made with natural dyes! Fyberspates Botanical 4ply Yarn New to Fyberspates’ Vivacious range is this 100% Merino wool botanically dyed collection. The new range uses natural dyes native to Peru creating subtle colours you’ll love. 100g for £23.50, www.fyberspates.com All the colours Stitch & Story's Rainbow Collection Decorate your home and outfits in rainbows with Stitch & Story’s dreamy collection of new knit kits. Choose from a floor cushion, blanket, scarf and cardigan, each with a pretty pastel rainbow design. Kits from £35, www.stitchandstory.com NEW Gathered mag – Issue one! Issue one of Gathered magazine shows you how to avoid burnout with calligraphy, make money from your hobbies and reveals tricks to making your wardrobe look more expensive. Available digitally only on Apple News+, Readly subscriptions or by…

Easy Fair Isle Effect aran is a fantastic new yarn for all the family. Each shade focuses on one main colour in various tones accompanied by cream to give a very traditional, Scottish feel. There are six shades to choose from named after Scottish islands including Arran, Barra, Orkney, Mull, Bute and Shetland. The garment collection features classically simple garments to let the yarn shine through with on trend neck and sleeve detailing, as well as this season’s go-to garment, the Tank. There is also a festive family pattern leaflet and an adorable pyjama set for baby. 100g for £5.50, www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk for stockists Family knits to love!…

STAR LETTER PERFECT PADDINGTON I have knitted Paddington Bear for my grandson, Joshua, who is 13 years old. Joshua has always loved Paddington Bear and I thought I would surprise him! You can imagine how thrilled he was when I gave it to him. You are never too old for a knitted toy! I kept the knitting pattern from an old ‘Family Circle’ magazine. I have to give credit to my husband, Ken, for making the travel label, cleverly printed, based on the original label on my bear. I was given a bought Paddington Bear with yellow wellies and he is 47 years old now! He takes pride of place in my house, as I hope my knitted one will. Jen Lawrence What a great letter, Jen! You’ve passed on…

1 Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail. Thread yarn purlwise through the first stitch at the front and knitwise through the first stitch at the back. 2 Pass through first stitch on the front needle knitwise, then slip the stitch from the needle. Sew into the next front st purlwise, pulling the yarn through both stitches. 3 Sew into the first stitch on the back needles purlwise, then slip that stitch from the needle. Sew into the next stitch on the back needle knitwise. 4 Repeat steps 2-3 across. A simple way to remember the order is ‘knit, purl, purl, knit’! When all the stitches have been grafted, weave the yarn in to finish off neatly.…

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SUPER Stashbuster IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ Stylecraft Special DK (100% acrylic, 295m/100g) 1 ball of each Yarn A Matador 1010  Yarn B Sunshine 1114 Yarn C Grass Green 1821  Yarn D Turquoise 1068  Yarn E White 1001  Yarn F Mocha 1064  Yarn G Black 1002  Yarn H Toy 1844 □ A pair of 3.25mm needles □ Toy filling □ Stitch marker □ Stitch holder TENSION 20 sts and 28 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over stocking stitch using 3.25mm needles MEASUREMENTS Rocket 13cm (5¼in) tall ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 79 WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists contact Stylecraft on 01484 848435 or at www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk OR YOU COULD TRY… □ Black Sheep Wools 01925 764231 or www.blacksheepwools.com □ Delta Wool Shop 01772 456535 or www.deltawoolshop.co.uk SPACE…

KIDS’ RIBBBED CARDIGAN COSY FOR kids! IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ Bergère de France Barisienne DK (100% acrylic, 140m/50g) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ A pair of 3.5mm needles □ A pair of 4mm needles □ 5 blue buttons, 20mm diameter (ref. 50214, pack of 6) TENSION 19 sts and 36 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over shaker rib st using 4mm needles 19 sts and 28 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 4mm needles ABBREVIATIONS K1D Insert right needle into st located directly below next st on left needle, knit that st and drop the st from left hand needle For a full list see page 79 WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists contact Bergère de France at www.bergeredefrance.co.uk…

Quick KNIT LACE! EXCLUSIVE TO Simply Knitting EXCLUSIVE TO IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ DMC Natura XL (super chunky, 100% cotton, 100g/75m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ A pair of 8mm needles □ Stitch holders TENSION 11 sts and 15 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over main pattern using 8mm needles ABBREVIATIONS RT (right twist) K2tog, leaving sts on LH needle, then insert RH needle from front and K the first st again, then allow both sts to slip from LH needle tog LT (left twist) With RH needle behind LH needle, skip first stitch and K second st through the back loop, leaving both sts on LH needle, then insert RH needle into the backs of both sts and k2tog tbl, allowing both…

SUPER SIMPLE knit! ⁎ EXCLUSIVE TO ⁎ EXCLUSIVE TO Simply knitting EASY TO KNIT YOU WILL NEED □ Sirdar Jewelspun (aran weight, 100% acrylic, 200g/500m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ A set of 5.5mm circular needles, 80-100cm long □ A set of 5.5mm circular needles 40cm long, or set of 5.5mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) for Sleeve Cuffs □ 2 stitch markers TENSION 15 sts and 22 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 5.5mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 79 WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists contact Sirdar on 01924 371501 or at www.sirdar.com OR YOU COULD TRY… □ Wool Warehouse 0800 505 3300 or www.woolwarehouse.co.uk □ Shirley Wools 07377 439233 or www.shirleywools.com 10% off! Black Sheep Wools are…

Kirstie McLeod Editor “A Fair Isle jumper for my 6ft 4in husband. I keep putting if off as there’s too much knitting involved!” Cory Sydee Technical Editor “A full colourwork steeked cardigan. It’s going to be an investment in yarn and time, but I’ll get to it. I just need to find the perfect pattern!” Sophie Jordan Deputy Editor “Despite my obsession with Fair Isle, top of my knit list is a traditional cable jumper in 100% aran wool.” Jen Bartlett Technical Editor “Jacinta Bowie’s ‘Butterfly Wings’ jumper (Issue 226) has been on my list for ages. I need to get going on it so I can wear it this autumn.”…

CABLE-SLEEVED CARDIGAN NEAT & SUBTLE detail TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED □ West Yorkshire Spinners Pure DK (100% Falkland Islands wool, 50g/112m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ A pair of 3.25mm needles □ A set of 3.25mm circular needles, 120cm long for border □ A pair of 4mm needles □ Cable needle □ 5 buttons (for short version) □ 7 buttons (for long version) TENSION 22 sts and 28 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 4mm needles 23 sts and 30 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over cable pattern using 4mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 79 in Simply Knitting magazine WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists contact West Yorkshire Spinners on 01535 664500 or at www.wyspinners.com…

MEN’S SOCKS KNIT &PURL pattern IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ West Yorkshire Spinners Signature 4ply (75% wool, 25% nylon, 100g/400m) 1 ball of Cayenne Pepper (510) □ A set of 2.5mm double-pointed needles (DPNs), or circular needles (80cm long) for magic loop □ Stitch holder or spare needle □ Stitch markers TENSION 36 sts and 50 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 2.5mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 79 in Simply Knitting magazine WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists contact West Yorkshire Spinners on 01535 664500 or at www.wyspinners.com HOW TO USE OUR CHARTS Start at the bottom right-hand corner. Read rows from right to left. A row of squares represents a round of knitting FIND YOUR SIZE SIZING COLOUR KEY…

MEN’S CABLE JUMPER CLASSIC CHIC cables IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ West Yorkshire Spinners The Croft DK (100% Shetland Islands Wool, 100g/225m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ A pair of 3.25mm needles □ A pair of 4mm needles □ Cable needle □ Stitch holders TENSION 22 sts and 28 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 4mm needles 32 sts and 28 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over cable pattern using 4mm needles ABBREVIATIONS Cr4L Slip 3 sts onto cn and hold at front of work, P1, then K3 from cn Cr4R Slip next st onto cn and hold at back of work, K3, then P1 from cn C6B Slip next 3 sts onto cn and hold at back of work, K3,…

ADD SOME drama! IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ West Yorkshire Spinners Bo Peep DK (52% Falkland wool, 48% nylon, 50g/112m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ A pair of 3.25mm needles □ A set of 3.25mm circular needles, 60cm long □ A pair of 4mm needles □ Stitch holders TENSION 22 sts and 28 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 4mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 79 in Simply Knitting magazine WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists contact West Yorkshire Spinners on 01535 664500 or at www.wyspinners.com LACE JUMPER BACK Cast on 103 (121: 139: 157: 175: 193) sts using 3.25mm needles and the long-tail method. Row 1 (RS) K1, *P1, K1; rep from * to end. Row 2…

Effortless colour work! Garden collection feature vibrant new shades of Sirdar Jewelspun alongside your perennial favourites. Knitters can enjoy a wide choice of pattern options: why not try a loose edge-to-edge and button cardigans, collared V-neck, textured dress and jumper, cabled tank, shawl or scarf? The exciting new shades range from deep ocean blues and greens to tropical pinks and oranges, with wonderfully earthy browns and purples in between. Patterns from £3.50, Sirdar Jewelspun £12.35 for 200g, www.sirdar.com for stockists…

GET the LOOK Page 19 Simply knitting loves EXCLUSIVE TO Simply Knitting EXCLUSIVE TO IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ King Cole Cottonsoft Crush DK (100% cotton, 100g/210m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ A pair of 3.25mm needles □ A pair of 3.75mm needles □ A pair of 4mm needles Note For the larger sizes it may be easier to use a circular needle and work backwards and forwards in rows, due to the large number of sts on the needles □ Stitch holders TENSION 22 sts and 28 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 4mm needles 25 sts and 28 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over cable patt using 4mm needle ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 79 WHERE TO…

POPPY DAY Jacquie wanted to show us the fabulous D-Day wreath she recently completed. Finished with the red, white and blue of the Union Jack. Jacquie Morley OUR HEROES Lynn belongs to a knit group called Storm Make in Worthing, and knitted this tribute for a remembrance window. We love how realistic the poppies look in your garland Lynn! Lynn Liston IN THE SKIES Sue Evans made a huge number of Remembrance Day pieces for her town last year. This suspended Spitfire comes with incredible detail and hangs over a bed of poppies. Such a unique and poignant piece. Sue Evans…

Pick your own shades! TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED □ West Yorkshire Spinners ColourLab DK (100% wool, 100g) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ A pair of 3.25mm needles □ A pair of 4mm needles □ 4 stitch holders TENSION 22 sts and 28 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 4mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 79 WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists contact West Yorkshire Spinners on 01535 664500 or www.wyspinners.com OR YOU COULD TRY… □ Wool Stack 01242 300 2800 or www.woolstack.co.uk □ Crafty Llama UK 01603 327329 or www.crafty-llama.com KEY 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…

COPYRIGHT-FREE KNIT Striped cowl We love Cast on a cowl or two and sell them at a craft fair for charity this month EASY TO KNIT YOU WILL NEED □ Debbie Bliss Fine Donegal (95% wool, 5% cashmere, 100g/380m) 1 ball of each: Yarn A Lapis Lazuki (17) Yarn B Autumn Gold (5) Yarn C Soft Grey (3) □ A pair of 3¾mm needles □ Tapestry needle MEASUREMENTS 21cm high by 60cm circumference ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 79 Note This garment is worked on needles larger than those recommended on the ball band to get an airy, drapy, squishy fabric! This yarn blooms beautifully in garter stitch, so if in doubt, go up a needle size. The wrong side of the fabric will be the right side…

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 Cut the yarn, leaving a long tail. Thread yarn purlwise through the first stitch at the front and knitwise through the first stitch at the back. 2 Pass through first stitch on the front needle knitwise, then slip the stitch from the needle. Sew into the next front st purlwise, pulling the yarn through both stitches. 3 Sew into the first stitch on the back needles purlwise, then slip that stitch from the needle. Sew into the next stitch on the back needle knitwise. 4 Repeat Steps 2 and 3 across. A simple way to remember the order is ‘knit, purl, purl, knit’! When all the stitches have been grafted, weave the yarn in to finish off neatly.…

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 Small piece of toasted bread served with soup (7) 5 Fine smooth yarn spun from combed long-staple wool (7) 9 Spicy Asian dish served in a metal bowl (5) 10 Entertainer (9) 11 Professional basketball league (1,1,1) 12 --- cake, small iced treat (5) 13 Japanese rice dish (5) 14 Seized (5) 16 Barbecue favourite (3,3) 18 Fine woollen yarn (6) 19 Replenish a drink (3,2) 22 Corroded (metal) (5) 24 Sugary water (5) 26 Evergreen plant that climbs buildings (3) 27 Flower that symbolises love (9) 29 Greenish-brown colour used for military uniforms (5) 30 Sovereign ruler (7) 31 --- Paradise, Australian coastal city…

CONTACT US! Got a question for our experts? Then email us at simplyknitting@ourmedia.co.uk or write to us at Simply Knitting, Eagle House, Bristol BS1 4ST KNIT GURU Faye Perrium-Reed Technical Editor & Designer Freelance technical editor and designer, Faye has a love of texture, and all the maths that comes with it. Kirstie McLeod Editor Sock fanatic and all-round crafty expert, Kirstie enjoys designing and creating lace, cables and more. Cory Sydee Technical Editor New 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 TWISTED STITCHES Q I’m having real trouble with knitting in the round. The work keeps getting twisted and…

MOSAIC STITCH BLANKET ⁎ EXCLUSIVE TO ⁎ EXCLUSIVE TO Simply knitting TRY A NEW stitch! TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED □ King Cole Chunky Tweed (72% acrylic, 25% wool, 3% viscose, 100g/138m) 5 balls of Yarn A Jura (1080) 2 balls of Yarn B Shetland (3487) □ King Cole Big Value Chunky (100% acrylic, 100g/152m) 2 balls of Yarn C Sugar Pink (3490) □ A 6mm circular needle, 100cm long TENSION 15 sts and 20 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 6mm needles 15 sts and 26 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over Mosaic Stitch using 6mm needles MEASUREMENTS 98×108cm (38½×42½in) 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…

EASY TO KNIT! YOU WILL NEED □ World of Wool Marble DK (80% Merino wool, 20% silk, 50g/110m) 1 ball of Sandalwood (MY09) □ A 3.5mm circular needle, 40cm long □ A 4mm circular needle, 40cm long □ Stitch marker □ Tapesty needle TENSION 21 sts and 30 rounds to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over Main Stitch Pattern using 4mm needles MEASUREMENTS To fit head circumference 51-59cm (20-23¼in) Actual head circumference 46cm (18in) Length from top of crown to hem 20cm (8in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 79 WHERE TO BUY □ World of Wool 03300 564 888 or www.worldofwool.co.uk □ Oh Sew Crafty 01562 747458 or www.ohsewcrafty.co.uk TEXTURED HAT Note The hat is worked in the round from the bottom up. HAT Cast on 96 sts using 3.5mm…

1 Push the point of your right-hand needle through the first two stitches on your left-hand needle, going from right to left as you would for a purl stitch. 2 Bring yarn anti-clockwise around the needle, between the two needles. 3 Pull the yarn through both stitches, as you would when working a purl stitch, and drop both stitches from the left-hand needle. 4 Purling two stitches together decreases your stitch count by one, and the decrease stitch leans to the right. This is how a series looks on the right side of stocking stitch.…

BABY HAT AND CARDIGAN Lovely newborn GIFT TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED □ West Yorkshire Spinners Bo Peep DK (52% Falkland wool, 48% nylon, 50g/112m) Hat 1 ball of Dancing Bluebells (1194) For cardigan yarn quantities and measurements see size table For the Hat □ A pair of 3.25mm needles □ A pair of 4mm needles For the Cardigan □ A set of 4mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) □ A set of 3.25mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) □ A 3.25mm circular needles, at least 60cm in length □ A set of 4mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) □ A 4mm circular needle, at least 60cm in length □ Stitch markers □ Stitch holders □ 5 (5: 5: 5: 5: 6: 6) buttons TENSION 22 sts and 28 rows to measure…

1 Work up to where the cable pattern starts, then take the yarn to the back of the knitting. 2 Slip the first 2 stitches knitwise on to a cable needle. Hold these stitches at the front of the knitting. 3 Knit the next 2 stitches from the left-hand needle. Slide the stitches on the cable needle to the right-hand end of it and knit them onto 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.…

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.…

HAT AND SCARF TRY A NEW stitch! IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ West Yorkshire Spinners The Croft DK (100% Shetland Islands Wool, 100g/225m) Hat and scarf 3 balls of Whalsay (1151) Hat only 1 ball of Whalsay (1151) Scarf only 2 balls of Whalsay (1151) □ Hat A set of 4mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) □ Scarf A pair of 4mm needles □ Cable needle (cn) □ Stitch marker s TENSION 30 sts and 28 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over cable rib pattern using 4mm needles MEASUREMENTS Hat 48cm (19in) circumference Scarf 22x136cm (83/4x531/2in) ABBREVIATIONS C4B Slip next 2 sts onto cn and hold at back of work, K2 then K2 from cn C4F Slip next 2 sts onto cn and hold at front of work, K2 then K2…