Indholdsfortegnelse for June 2021 i Simply Knitting

OK, so who’s booked in a deluge of sunny (hopefully) coffee meet-ups with friends and family in the garden? As a chatty, creative bunch, I can’t tell you how tricky working from home has been for us all, so we’re thrilled to be planning in the latest big thing - work picnics - to help us continue to deliver the very best mag we can! This issue there’s no let up of wonderful knitting inspiration, as we bring you sideways construction, modern cables, variegated yarns, all-over lace, breezy bobbles, and fun intarsia to fill your project bags. We’ve made sure there’s a knit within for you, your family and friends, and for beginners and experts alike. You’ll also spot some truly encouraging reads and ideas from book authors, exclusive experts…

Agnes The Cow Kit, from £34.99 Master loop stitch with this adorable kit, packed with super soft yarn and oodles of knitting fun. It makes the perfect gift! David the Orangutan Kit, from £119.99 Over 88cm tall, this giant oranguntan is going to take some cuddling! You can even wrap his arms and legs around you. Lionel the Lamb Kit, from £21.99 Knitted in locally sourced Beau Babu yarn, Lionel was based on a crochet pattern and cleverly converted into knitting! www.woolcouturecompany.com…

IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ Stylecraft Special DK (100% acrylic, 100g/295m), 1 ball each of Yarn A Silver (1203) Yarn B Mushroom (1832) Yarn C Graphite (1063) □ A pair of 4mm needles □ A pair of 4.5mm needles □ 2 black shank buttons, 1cm wide TENSION 28 sts and 30 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over star stitch using 4.5mm needles 33 sts and 30 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over rib using 4mm needles ABBREVIATIONS MS (make star) P3tog, leaving the stitches on the left-hand needle, wrap the yarn around the right-hand needle and purl the same 3 stitches together again, this time slipping the stitches off the needle to complete For a full list see page 95 MEASUREMENTS Width 19cm (7½in) Circumference 55cm (21¾in) WHERE…

My personal best would have to be a snakes and ladders game for a special little girl, but my husband thinks it was my ‘Peaky Blinders’ rat, adapted from an Alan Dart pattern. Sharon Bryce, via Facebook I knitted my eldest daughter’s Christening gown. I got the original pattern from my aunt who had knitted the shawl for me when I was born. Liz Perkins, via Facebook My first knitted coat for myself without a pattern is definitely my favourite. I was so proud of myself calculating it all. Sarah Lowe, via Facebook I knitted 100 poppies for the 100th anniversary of Remembrance Day. The whole village contributed and a stunning waterfall of poppies was hung on the church. Joanne Ross, via Facebook I knitted my first cardigan in knitting…

NICOLA VALIJI How long have you been knitting? About 36 years, taught by my knitting-mad Grandmother. When did you start designing? About eight years ago. What was your first knit design? I designed a blanket for myself to match my lounge. A friend saw it and wanted me to design one for her, to match her lounge. Then I had lots of requests for blankets to match people lounges. Do you have a favourite type of knitting project to knit, and to design? I like fun, quirky knits to design. I mainly design homewares and toys, I particularly enjoy knitting blankets, but they are time consuming. I like to knit boot socks for dog walking for myself, if I have any spare time. What’s the best piece of advice you…

When you think about the 80s, what comes to mind? New Wave music, mullet hairstyles and Dynasty to name a few things. But what about the fashion? Bold, colourful and oversized was all the rage – and a new book from Sandy Black, a research Professor of Fashion and Textile Design and Technology at London College of Fashion, explores the knitwear that defined this era. Born and brought up in Leeds, Sandy attended university in London to study mathematics, then built up a business as a self-taught knitwear designer and later became a university lecturer, author and academic researcher. “My professional industry experience was first as a freelance knitwear designer, then as Design Director and MD of Sandy Black Original Knitting, selling innovative fashion knitwear to prestigious stores internationally throughout…

TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED □ Scheepjes Stone Washed (sport, 78% cotton, 22% acrylic, 50g/130m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ A pair of 3.25mm needles □ A pair of 3.5mm needles □ 3 stitch holders □ Buttons x 9 (9: 9: 9: 9: 10: 10: 10: 11: 11), 2cm diameter TENSION 21 sts and 30 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over lace pattern using 3.5mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 95 WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists visit Scheepjes at www.scheepjes.com/en/ OR YOU COULD TRY… □ Black Sheep Wools 01925 764231 or www.blacksheepwools.com □ Sister Stitchers www.sisterstitchersuk.co.uk CHART KEY HOW TO USE OUR CHARTS Start at the bottom right-hand corner. Read right side rows from right to left and wrong…

DEBBIE BLISS… SIZING TROUBLE How do I re-size a pattern to make it bigger? Mollie May, via Facebook Re-sizing a pattern is really tricky to get right, unless it’s a simple stitch pattern with a small repeat. In which case, it’s really important to have an accurate gauge, so you know exactly what to multiply your measurements by. Depending on the size of a pattern repeat you may need to add a few more to get to the measurement you want. Debbie Debbie’s Top Tip When using the stranding colourwork method try not to pull the non working yarn too tightly or this will create an uneven fabric. I continually smooth my stitches along the needle to make sure I haven’t tightened them up. SELECTING SHADES Q How do you…

Kirstie McLeod Editor “I have too many favourites, but Cascade 220 aran wool has a hugely tempting shade range!” Sophie Jordan Deputy Editor “I love DROPS, especially their pure wool Flora and soft Alpaca, for luxuriously neat Fair Isle.” Jen Bartlett Deputy Tech Editor “Brooklyn Tweed have a beautiful, tonally dyed yarn called Dapple that’s just to die for!” Jennifer May Production Assistant “WYS Signature 4ply – its shades allow you to add matching solid toes and heels to variegated socks!” COMPETITION RULES Can be viewed in full here: www.gathered.how/competition-terms-and-conditions…

CARDIGAN Light as a feather and soft as gossamer. Made in a fantastic, luxury blend with superkid mohair and silk, this cardigan is a cuddle full of wellness. The cardigan is worked in a pretty lacy pattern that drapes beautifully over the body. The bottom half is worked in stocking stitch while the sleeves are cinched into long, slim, stocking stitch cuffs. The lacy pattern billows beautifully. 05 One size Yarn: Lace instagram.com/burdaknittingmag SCARF A smaller but by no means insignificant project, this scarf is worked in stripes of two lovely yarns. One yarn is very fine and the other has an attractive mercerised sheen. A striking and decorative scarf to add spice to your winter wardrobe. 06 Yarn: Lace PULLOVER Make a pullover with a difference! It is worked…

SWEATER WITH FRILL Spring is just around the corner – it won’t come soon enough for us! But while we wait, we can make this short sweater with gorgeous, decadent frill on the yoke. Made in a chunky, soft mohair blend, this sweater is absolutely adorable. 02 36-46 Yarn: Fashion Mademoiselle Chunky CARDIGAN WITH POCKETS A cool and casual cardigan that matches most outfits. Ideally worn with a dress, it is knitted in a textured pattern and the reverse stocking stitch cuffs are folded double. This longer-line cardigan has casual pockets in reverse stocking stitch, and rib edges. 07 36-50 Yarn: Cotton-Yak instagram.com/burdaknittingmag JACKET A pretty jacket that you can wear indoors and out. Note the dusky green shade and the attractive diagonal textured pattern on body and sleeves. The…

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TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED ☐ King Cole Big Value DK (100% acrylic, 50g/145m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table ☐ A pair of 3.25mm needles ☐ A pair of 4mm needles ☐ A 3.25mm circular needle, 40cm long ☐ Locking stitch markers ☐ Stitch holders ☐ Toy stuffing TENSION 22 sts and 30 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 4mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 95 WHERE TO BUY ☐ For yarn stockists contact King Cole on 01756 703670 www.kingcole.com OR YOU COULD TRY… ☐ My Yarnery 023 9217 7350 www.myyarnery.co.uk ☐ Knit Stitch Craft 01803 411415 or www.knitstitchcraft.co.uk FIND YOUR SIZE Also required: Oddments of dark grey yarn to embroider eyes and nostrils SIZING COLOUR KEY So you…

As I write this I am 31 weeks pregnant and even I would’ve thought that in the moments when I’m not chasing after my three-year-old, I’d be trying to maintain my loose grip on my own sanity by knitting beautiful little clothes for a beautiful little person - wrong! I keep thinking that as I get further on in my pregnancy my anxiety will abate to the extent that I feel like it’s not a terrible jinxstyle situation to start knitting for my baby, but that hasn’t happened yet. RECRUITING KNITTERS Fortunately, it turns out that past me had future me all sorted because finally, finally all my banging on about knitting and crochet and yarn has paid off and I’ve converted some of my nearest and dearest into fully-fledged…

CAST ON OUR KAL Collect all four parts to create this sweet nursery blanket Knitting for baby IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED For the entire blanket: □ Cygnet DK (100% acrylic, 100g/298m) 2 balls of Yarn A Cloud (2033) 1 ball of each: Yarn B Apple (6711) Yarn C Sunshine (0184) Yarn D White (0208) Yarn E Black (0217) Yarn F Daffodil (0145) Yarn G Flash (0159) Yarn H Kiwi (0303) Yarn I Buttercream (0161) Yarn J Mocha (0432) Yarn L Chiffon (0709) Yarn M Beige (0240) Yarn N Chocolate (2297) □ Cygnet Little Ones DK (100% acrylic, 25g/66m), 1 ball of Yarn O Very Apricot (0784) □ A pair of 4mm needles □ A stitch holder TENSION 22 sts and 28 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st…

TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED □ Paintbox Wool Mix Aran (50% wool, 50% acrylic, 100g/180m) 3 balls of Vintage Pink (855) □ A pair of 5mm needles □ Cable needle □ 15 buttons, 20mm wide TENSION 18 sts x 24 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over stocking stitch using 5mm needles MEASUREMENTS 40x40cm (153/4x153/4in) ABBREVIATIONS C8F Slip 4 sts onto cn and hold in front of work, K4; K4 from cn C8B Slip 4 sts onto cn and hold in back of work, K4; K4 from cn T4F Slip 2 sts onto cn and hold in front of work, P2; K2 from cn T4B Slip 2 sts onto cn and hold in back of work, K2; P2 from cn T4BP Slip 2 sts onto cn and hold in…

EASY TO KNIT YOU WILL NEED □ Debbie Bliss Cashmerino Aran (55% wool, 33% acrylic, 12% cashmere, 50g/90m) 2 balls of Yarn A Willow (76), small amounts of Yarn B Ecru (101) and Yarn C Lime (502) □ A pair of 4.5mm needles □ A pair of 4mm needles TENSION 18 sts and 24 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 4.5mm needles MEASUREMENTS 22cm (8¾in) wide x 20cm (7¾in) tall ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 95 WHERE TO BUY □ Contact LoveCrafts on 01409 404 010 or visit www.lovecrafts.com SNOWDROP TEA COSY SIDE (MAKE 2) Cast on 44 sts using 4.5mm needles and Yarn A. Knit 5 rows. BASKETWEAVE PATTERN Rows 1, 3 and 6 K4, *P4, K4, rep from * to end. Rows 2,…

WIN PRIZES! We have five pairs of gorgeous yarn ball scissors to be won as crossword prizes, along with wooden sheep needle gauges, courtesy of groves@stockistenquiries.co.uk. For sudoku prize winners, we have five copies of ‘Home Knits: Book 1’ by King Cole. For more information, visit www.kingcole.com. Once you’ve completed our puzzles, head to www.gathered.how/simplyknitting and follow the links to the giveaways. You will need to sign in or register on the site and answer a multiple choice question to enter the giveaways. Then, enter either the prize word or numbers from the shaded squares in the blank space, along with your name and address. Find terms and conditions at www.gathered.how/competition-terms-and-conditions. Competitions close on Thursday 10 June 2021 Prizes will be sent out as soon as possible. SUDOKU TIME! ISSUE…

EASY TO KNIT YOU WILL NEED ☐ DROPS Nepal (aran, 65% wool, 35% alpaca, 50g/75m) 3 balls of Deep Ocean (8905) ☐ A set of 5mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) ☐ A 5mm circular needle, 40cm long TENSION 17 sts and 22 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4 in) over st st using 5mm needles MEASUREMENTS S/M (L/XL) Fits head circumference 57-59cm (59-62cm), 22½-23¼in (23¼-24½in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 95 WHERE TO BUY ☐ For yarn stockists contact DROPS at www.garnstudio.com OR YOU COULD TRY… ☐ Wool Warehouse www.retailer.com ☐ Laughing Hens 01829 740903 or www.laughinghens.com 10% off! Wool Warehouse are offering 10% off DROPS Nepal! Quote offer code SK211 when you order. To place your order visit www.woolwarehouse.co.uk. Offer ends Thurs 10 June 2021. NEATER RIB If you’re…

EASY TO KNIT YOU WILL NEED ☐ Cygnet Seriously Chunky (100% acrylic, 100g/48m) 2 balls of Yarn A Cream (288), 3 balls of Yarn B Barley (4884) 3 balls of Yarn C Burnt Orange (4888) 3 balls of Yarn D Meadow Green (3877) ☐ A pair of 10mm needles ☐ 48x48cm cushion pad TENSION 9 sts and 16 rows to measure 10x10cm over stocking stitch using 10mm needles MEASUREMENTS The cushion cover is 48x48cm ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 95 The deep, earthy colours of Kirstie McLeod’s garter stitch cushion are just what you need to give your home a breath of fresh air! A simple pattern like this is great for long, relaxed weekends in your pyjamas on the sofa. The cushion won’t take you long to…

TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED ☐ Deramores Studio Anti-Pilling DK (100% acrylic, 100g/250m) 1 ball of each: Yarn A Frost (70001) Yarn B Ebony (70027) Yarn C Oatmeal (70020) Yarn D Chocolate (70024) Yarn E Gingerbread (70022) Yarn F Mist (70025) ☐ A pair of 3.25mm needles ☐ Toy filling ☐ 2 beads per dog for eyes, 6mm diameter ☐ A toy safety nose per dog, 12mm diameter ☐ A few metres of colourful DK acrylic yarn to knit a collar for each dog (Yarn G) TENSION 24 sts and 30 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 3.25mm needles MEASUREMENTS Each pup is approximately 7.5cm (3in) tall ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 95 Not suitable for children under three years old due to…

KITCHENER STITCH The best way to graft your sock toes together DUPLICATE STITCH/SWISS DARNING Swiss darning or duplicate stitch is a great way to add small details to your knitting, covering the stitch with an embroidery stitch the same shape as the stitch beneath it. Work from bottom to top, bringing the needle out at the base of the stitch at 1. Take the needle behind the top of the ‘V’, in at 2 and out at 3. Take the needle down at 1 and bring it up at 4, at the base of the stitch above. Continue in this way up the line of knitted stitches. CHAIN STITCH Perfect for hanging loops GET PROFESSIONAL RESULTS! Use our easy-to-follow hints and tips for the perfect finish Don’t rush the sewing!”…

STRIPED SCARF Already looking forward to spring? You’ll be pleased to know that spring seems to have come earlier this year! With its pretty stripes in vibrant shades of coral, this chunky knit scarf is a shot of pure energy in the dark winter months. 04 Yarn: Fashion Mademoiselle Chunky SWEATER WITH COLLAR This is a soft, ribbed sweater made in a sustainable yarn that contains alpaca, lyocell and Merino wool. The sleeves and yoke are knitted in one piece worked from cuff to cuff. The lower body and the roll neck are worked in the opposite direction, resulting in an interesting contrast effect. 10 34-46 Yarn: Aymara…

01 Rib sweater with cables From page 16 Size: 36-38 (40) 42 (44) 46 Finished measurements: Bust circumference: 97 (101) 109 (114) 118 cm To fir bust: 81-86 (86-91) 91-97 (97-102) 102-107 cm Length: 70 (71) 72 (74) 76 cm Inner sleeve length: 46 (46) 46 (46) 47 cm Material: Rico Fashion Alpaca Dream dk. Content: 63 % wool, 27 % alpaca, 10 % polyamide. 25 g = 105 m. 19 (20) 22 (23) 25 balls – col 009 silver Needles: Size 4 mm Cable needle Tension: 38 sts and 34 rows to 10 cm, over cable pattern. 26 sts and 33 rows to 10 cm, over rib when slightly stretched, both on 4 mm needles. Abbreviation: C14B slip next 8 sts onto cable needle and leave at back of…

Meet the designer Angela Turner designed our classic Beatrix Potter™ collection. She tells us how she created the gorgeous details… “When the Beatrix Potter™ character commission came along I was delighted. I’d always been drawn to the lovely illustrations and had visited The World of Beatrix Potter Museum in the Lake District in the past. Mrs Tiggy-Winkle™ was the first character I worked on. I liked the colours and pattern in her clothing so started at the base and worked upwards. Jemima Puddle-Duck™ was next – getting the shaping just right was a challenge but so much fun. I particularly like the sweet Paisley pattern on her shawl. Last, but not least, was Peter Rabbit™. His legs were created differently from any toys I’d made in the past, and I…

JEMIMA PUDDLE-DUCK™ BODY Start at the base. Cast on 6 sts using 3mm needles and Yarn I. Row 1 (WS) Purl. Row 2 *Kfb; rep from * to end. [12 sts] Row 3 and all WS rows to Row 25 Purl. Row 4 *Kfb; rep from * to end. [24 sts] Row 6 *K1, kfb; rep from * to end. [36 sts] Row 8 *K2, kfb; rep from * to end. [48 sts] Rows 9 to 13 Starting with a WS purl row work in st st. Row 14 K2tog, K21, (kfb) twice, K21, k2tog. Row 16 K2tog, knit to last 2 sts, k2tog. [46 sts] Row 18 K2tog, K20, (kfb) twice, K20, k2tog. Row 20 K2tog, knit to last 2 sts, k2tog. [44 sts] Row 22 K2tog, K19, (kfb)…

see more Mag 69 designs on page 10! SUMMER DREAMS Dive into the latest Rowan Knitting and Crochet Magazine 69, filled with 40 new designs from top designers, such as the talented Martin Storey, Kaffe Fassett, Lily France and Georgia Farrell. For more visit www.knitrowan.com Editor’s choice Take a look at this issue’s exciting knitting must-buys chosen by SK Editor, Kirstie McLeod Domino Shawl Knitting Kit Inspired by the traditional game, this asymmetric trangular shawl is knitted in tiles containing eyelet stitch patterns, and worked in West Yorkshire Spinners ColourLab DK yarn. It’s available as a knitting kit for £28. www.deramores.com Marriner Yarns Mercerised 100% Cotton DK We know when summer is on its way when yarn companies launch lovely cotton ranges like Cotton DK from Marriner Yarns. Fourteen colours…

TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED □ Stylecraft Softie Chunky (80% acrylic, 20% wool; 100g/170m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ A pair of 5.5mm needles □ A pair of 6mm needles □ 2 split-ring stitch markers □ Cable needle (cn) TENSION 15 sts and 20 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 6mm needles 20 sts and 20 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over cable panel using 6mm needles ABBREVIATIONS T2F Slip next st to cn and hold at front, P1; K1 from cn T2B Slip next st to cn and hold at back, K1; P1 from cn T5F Slip next 3 sts to cn and hold at front, P2; K3 from cn T5B Slip next 2 sts to cn and hold at…

STAR LETTER ROYAL APPROVAL Mrs Anne Galley and Mrs Jacky Crawford from Great Yarmouth are the knitters behind this beautifully knitted royal coach and horses. It was created to raise money for the Louise Hamilton Trust reg. no. 1106129. The Queen and Prince Phillip appear in the coach making it an eye-catching piece for adults and children alike. It is on display in our knitting shop, along with the letter that the ladies received from Her Majesty congratulating them on their work. It really is worth a visit to see the craftsmanship that the ladies have produced. I do hope that you will be able to include this in your magazine - it would mean so much to Anne and Jacky. Roberta Lovick via email Thank you for sharing Anne…

IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ King Cole Cotswold Chunky (80% acrylic, 20% wool, 100g/130m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ A pair of 5mm needles □ A pair of 6.5mm needles □ A pair of 6mm needles □ A set of 5mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) □ A cable needle (cn) TENSION 14 sts and 20 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over stocking stitch using 6mm needles ABBREVIATIONS C6F Slip next 3 sts onto cn and hold at front of needle, K3; K3 from cn Tw2F Slip 1 st to cn and hold at front of work, K1tbl; K1tbl from cn For a full list see page 95 WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists contact King Cole on 01756 703670 www.kingcole.com FIND YOUR SIZE SIZING…

IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ Debbie Bliss Cashmerino Aran Tonals (55% wool, 33% acrylic, 12% cashmere, 50g/90m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ A pair of 5mm needles □ A pair of 4.5mm needles □ A 4.5mm circular needle, 80cm long TENSION 18 sts and 24 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over stocking stitch using 5mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 95 WHERE TO BUY □ To buy the yarn contact LoveCrafts on 01409 404 010 or visit www.lovecrafts.com Please note Unfortunately, Debbie Bliss Cashmerino Aran tonal range was discontinued just before we went to print. If you’re having trouble finding stock, Debbie Bliss Cashmerino Aran makes a suitable replacement for this yarn. FIND YOUR SIZE SIZING COLOUR KEY So you can…

Debbie Bliss Knitwear Designer Famed for her effortlessly stylish knit creations and extensive knowledge of knitting. Kirstie McLeod Editor Queen of socks and gadget hoarder, Kirstie has many years of knitting knowledge to share. Jen Bartlett Technical Editor Stitch expert and technical whizz, Jen likes to tackle the trickiest of knitting problems. Sophie Jordan Deputy Editor Product expert and Fair Isle fanatic, Sophie loves talking about the latest trends and cool colour combos. QUESTION OF THE MONTH BUSTING THE STASH Q I’m looking for bright, rainbows designs that’ll help me work through of some of the half balls of colourful yarn left in my stash. Can you help? Veronica Lione, Spain Stashbusting is great fun, and so rewarding when you find the perfect pattern for your knits. I love that…

IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED ☐ Rico Creative Silky Touch DK (100% acrylic, 100g/220m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table ☐ A pair of 4.5mm needles ☐ A pair of 5mm needles ☐ 4.5mm circular needles, 40cm or 60cm long for collar ☐ 5mm circular needles, 40cm or 60cm long for collar TENSION 18 sts and 24 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over broken double moss st using 5mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 95 WHERE TO BUY ☐ For yarn stockists visit Rico Desgin www.rico-design.de/en/home OR YOU COULD TRY… ☐ My Yarnery 023 9217 7350 or www.myyarnery.co.uk ☐ Ripping Yarns 01642 711000 or www.rippingyarns.co FIND YOUR SIZE SIZING COLOUR KEY So you can re-use this pattern, we’ve colour-coded the sizing instructions. Simply follow…

In association with the Keep Yarn on our Streets campaign The warmer months are bringing hope with them this year, as we look forward to a time in the not-so-distant future when things will hopefully be getting back to normal. In light of that, we are providing some getaway inspiration with our favourite wool shops in Warwickshire, some yarn stores by the sea plus a chat with The Woolshop in Sherwood Forest! As we are likely to be stuck at home a little while longer, we have also included a guide to our favourite online knitting groups and some ideas for charity knitting on page 80 to keep your needles busy. If you’ve been spending your usual commute time learning something new, be sure to check out the story of…

Ginny and Gertie, co-founders of Woolly Hugs Charity Woolly Hugs Established 2012 What do you do? Woolly Hugs is a friendly, busy online community making blankets, and is run entirely on a voluntary basis. It is hoped that through our work, babies, children and their families will feel support, comfort and the sense of being loved and looked after. Woolly Hugs has its roots in blanket projects for bereaved families and these are still such an important part of what we do and run alongside our ongoing projects, but we wanted to do more to help support more families, so we have been developing ever since. Latest fundraising news We have several ongoing projects including: Little Hugs for babies and small children who are seriously ill, Angel Hugs for bereaved…

IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ DROPS Alpaca Mix 4ply (100% alpaca, 50g/167m) 1 ball of Off White (100) or Rust Mix (2925) or Light Brown Mix (607) □ A set of 2.5mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) □ A set of 3mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) □ Stitch marker TENSION 28 sts and 36 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 3mm needles MEASUREMENTS Prem/newborn (0-6m: 6-12m) Length heel to toe 8.5 (9.5: 11)cm 3¼ (3¼: 4¼)in Length cuff to bottom heel 9 (11: 13.5)cm 3½ (4¼: 5¼)in ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 95 WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists visit DROPS www. garnstudio.com OR YOU COULD TRY... □ Wool Warehouse 0800 505 3300 or www.woolwarehouse.co.uk □ Rito Hobby 03455 280808 or www.ritohobby.co.uk TOP TIP If…

ISSUE 210 MAY ✱ Faux wrap jumper ✱ Baby gansey ✱ Spotty clutch bag ✱ Cat bed socks ✱ Mesh-stitch scarf ✱ Kid’s cow jumper ✱ London tube train ✱ Animal Blanket KAL (part 3) ✱ Men’s cable cardigan ✱ Mock braids jumper ✱ Tumbling blocks cushion PLUS! Burda Knitting magazine. ISSUE 209 APRIL ✱ Stripes and flags jumper Woven wrap ✱ Kid’s bunny jumper ✱ Bright chevron bag ✱ Tree dining set Loop stitch cardigan ✱ Fair Isle cushion ✱ Kid’s pencil case ✱ Laptop bag ✱ Baby’s lamb hat ✱ Animal bootees ✱ Easter eggs PLUS! Burda Knitting mag! ISSUE 208 MARCH ✱ Heart jumper Cottage toy ✱ Llama jumper & bag ✱ Moss stitch cardi ✱ Chevron hat ✱ Lace scarf ✱ Baby blanket KAL ✱ Men’s…

JACKET You can almost feel the warmth of this fluffy jacket, can’t you? It is knitted in a delicious, fluffy yarn in a blend that contains angora and Merino. The jacket has two different textured patterns – one on the body, another on the sleeves – and a pretty shawl collar in rib. 13 38-52 Yarn: Souspir instagram.com/burdaknittingmag COAT WITH HOOD A simple design – one you won’t want to leave in the drawer. A soft jacket knitted in a gorgeous blend that includes Merino, alpaca and cotton. The irregular slub yarn gives the finished garment a rustic look. The jacket has a good length and casual hood. 12 36-46 Yarn: Lala Berlin Harmony CABLE SWEATER Light and lovely – countless tiny pastel flecks in the yarn make this sweater…

Back stitch With right sides together, work a back stitch along the edges of the pieces. Grafting When a piece is finished and the stitches are not bound off, but left on hold on the needles. Thread a wool sewing needle and with the right sides facing you, sew the stitches together inserting the needle in the centre and alternating one stitch from one piece with one from the other and always inserting the needle through the previous stitch again so that the pieces are firmly joined. Release the stitches from the needle once they have been sewn as shown in the diagram. These seams are flat and invisible from the right side. Side seams This type of seam is also invisible and is worked with the right sides facing.…

IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED Materials below are to knit all three characters. □ King Cole Pricewise DK (100% acrylic, 100g/282m) 1 ball of each: Yarn A Natural (046) Yarn B Sand (1695) Yarn C Ferret (3496) Yarn D Blossom (1743) Yarn E Baby Lemon (015) Yarn F Cloud (201) Yarn G Dark grey (29) Yarn H Chocolate (273) Yarn I White (001) Yarn J Baby Turquoise (1693) Yarn L Buttermilk (80) Yarn M Cornflower (56) □ A pair of 3mm needles □ 5mm black toy safety eyes per character □ Toy filling (one 250g bag is enough for all three characters) □ Yarn bobbin, for Peter Rabbit™ □ A piece of card, 8cm square for Mrs Tiggy-Winkle™ □ A yellow pipe cleaner/ chenille stem and a locking stitch…

MRS TIGGY-WINKLE™ BODY Start at the base. Cast on 6 sts using 3mm needles and Yarn C. Row 1 (WS) Purl. Row 2 *Kfb; rep from * to end. [12 sts] Row 3 Purl. Row 4 *K1, (kfb) twice; rep from * to end. [20 sts] Row 5 Purl. Row 6 *K1, kfb; rep from * to end. [30 sts] Row 7 Purl. Row 8 *K2, kfb; rep from * to end. [40 sts] Row 9 Purl. Row 10 *K3, kfb; rep from * to end. [50 sts] Row 11 Purl. Change to Yarn E. Rows 12 and 13 Knit. Rows 14 to 17 Starting on a RS knit row work in st st. Row 18 *K9, kfb; rep from * to end. [55 sts] Rows 19 to 35 Starting…