Indholdsfortegnelse for January 2024 i Simply Knitting

BONUS Sheep knits pattern book Get ready to be swept away by the latest issue of our knitting wonderland! We kick off with Caroline Birkett's lace jumper – a masterpiece of delicate detail. Sanna Mård Castman brings innovation with her lattice-sleeved jumper, while Siân Brown crafts nostalgia with a vintageinspired kid's cardi. Gentlemen, we've got you covered too—dive into the cosy embrace of a men's Fair Isle sweater. And who could resist Sylvia Heidinger's shawl-collar cardi, the epitome of chic comfort? For a touch of whimsy, Tea Cosy Folk's dino tea cosy and Amanda Berry's squishy play cube steal the show. While Nicola Valiji's polar bear portrait adds the perfect finishing touch. Have fun knitting away into a world of creativity and warmth. Until next time… The SK Team x…

All for just £12.99 Gifts for knitters… YARN BOWL, YARN & NEEDLES SET Introduce a friend to knitting with Flying Tiger's supersweet yarn bowl set! This ceramic yarn bowl comes with a cute smiling face (which doubles up as the gap for the yarn to thread through), a circular knitting needle and a ball of plain polyester yarn to get them knitting straight away! Set £12.99, www.flyingtiger.com…

We introduce Jamie Rex and her gorgeous winter makes in the cosiest of chunky yarns “I started knitting when my sons were in preschool. I've sold knits every year since, and about five years ago, when my sons were grown, I started ‘making’ full time. We now live in the most beautiful climate, with the most gorgeous autumns and crisp bright winters in the US. I spend all my days making with my hands or writing knit patterns inspired by the scenes around me.” www.etsy.com/uk/shop/northroadknits…

Soldier pattern in issue 242 PARADE READY Jill found our soldier pattern easy to follow, and she's sure her friend, working in the armed forces, will love him. Jill Goldthorpe WE WILL REMEMBER THEM Paula's been knitting this detailed Remembrance Day throw, which she submitted to her local MOD office. Paula Campbell STAND TO ATTENTION Lynn thought she would show us her latest knit from Simply Knitting. She thinks her soldier, knitted in a vibrant green shade, is lovely. We think he's pretty special too! Lynn Parker…

MEN'S FAIR ISLE JUMPER SOFT SPRING shades TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED □ Scheepjes Terrazzo (DK, 70% recycled mulesing-free wool, 30% viscose, 50g/175m) 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 □ Stitch holders TENSION 22 sts and 30 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) square over st st using 4mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 87 WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists visit Scheepjes at ww.scheepjes.com OR YOU COULD TRY… □ Wool Warehouse 0800 505 3300 or www.woolwarehouse.co.uk □ Wool Box www.woolbox.co.uk FIND YOUR SIZE SIZING COLOUR KEY So you can re-use this pattern, we've colour-coded the sizing instructions. Simply follow our colour-coded measurements and you're off…

TURN to page 20 for your knitting stories! COPYRIGHT-FREE PATTERN Little lacy beanie Add your own hat knits to the baby clothes bundles put together by Baby Basics Sheffield with Kirstie McLeod's sweet pattern EASY TO KNIT We love YOU WILL NEED □ Hobbii Amigo DK (100% acrylic, 50g/175m) 1 ball of Mint (A29) □ A pair of 3.5mm needles □ Stitch marker TENSION Yarn used knits as DK to this tension: 24 sts and 36 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over patt using 3.5mm needles MEASUREMENTS 33cm (13in) circumference ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 87 HAT Cast on 82 sts using 3.5mm needles. Row 1 (RS) K2, (P2, K2) to end. Row 2 P2, (K2, P2) to end. Rep these 2 rows, 3 more times. Row 6 Knit. Repeat Row…

STEGOSAURUS TEA COSY KNIT for UNDER £10! IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ Stylecraft Special DK (100% acrylic; 100g/295m) 1 ball each in Yarn A Dark Brown (1004) Yarn B Lime (1712) Yarn C Camel (1420) □ A pair of 5.5mm needles □ A pair of 4mm needles □ Stitch holder □ Toy filling □ A pair of 9mm green cat safety eyes TENSION 22 sts and 28 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over stocking stitch using 4mm needles with a single strand 14 sts and 23 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over stocking stitch using 5.5mm needles with yarn held DOUBLE MEASUREMENTS To fit a 2-pint (6-8 cup) teapot ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 87 WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists contact Stylecraft on 01484…

PLAY CUBE GREAT GIFT knit! IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED ■ Sirdar Hayfield Bonus DK (100% acrylic, 100g/280m) 1 ball of each Yarn A Pink (992) Yarn B Gentle Jade (604) Yarn C Azure (824) Yarn D Clementine (576) Yarn E Cornfield (574) ■ A pair of 3.5mm needles ■ Toy filling TENSION 24 sts and 33 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over stocking stitch using 3.5mm needles MEASUREMENTS 14.5 x 14.5 x 14.5cm, and 24cm tall including top handle (5¾ x 5¾ x 5¾ x 9½in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 87 PLAY CUBE Use mattress stitch for seaming, making sure that when sewing up all seams are securely fastened to prevent filling escaping. Unless otherwise specified, use the cable cast-on for all pieces. CUBE FACES…

BABY MATINEE SET MAKE adorable bobbles IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED ■ West Yorkshire Spinners Bo Peep DK (52% wool, 48% nylon, 50g/112m) Hat 1 ball of Sparkle (728) For jacket yarn quantities and measurements see size table ■ A pair of 3.25mm needles ■ A pair of 4mm needles ■ Stitch holders ■ Stitch markers TENSION 22 sts and 28 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 4mm needles 21 sts and 30 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over pattern using 4mm needles MEASUREMENTS Hat to fit age 0-6m, 6-12m, 12-18m Actual hat circumference 33 (35: 37)cm [13 (14: 14 ¼)in] Actual hat length 14 (15: 16)cm [5 ½ (6: 6 ½) in] ABBREVIATIONS MB (P1, yo, P1) into next st, slip these sts back to…

LATTICE-SLEEVE JUMPER Lovely SLEEVE DETAIL MEET THE NEW DESIGNER SANNA MÅRD CASTMAN “I live in Sweden and have been a knitting designer since the late 80s and still love it. I find designing is like painting with yarn – even if you are working with cables, texture or intarsia – you create and build something and see it develop. I love that about knitting.” TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED □ World of Wool Fluff (DK, 100% Merino wool, 100g/239m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ 3.5mm circular needle, 60cm long for neck edging/ sleeve cuffs □ 3.5mm circular needle, 80-100cm cm long for body hem □ 4mm circular needle, 60cm long for sleeves □ 4mm circular needle, 80-100 cm long for body □ Stitch markers…

EASY TO KNIT YOU WILL NEED □ Scheepjes Metropolis (4ply, 75% Merino extra fine wool, 25% nylon, 50g/200m) 1 ball of each Yarn A Suwon (018) Yarn B Dubai (047) □ A pair of 2.5mm needles □ A tapestry needle TENSION 30 sts and 68 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over main pattern using 2.5mm needles MEASUREMENTS 14cm circumference × 11cm width (5½ × 4¼ in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 87 WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists visit Scheepjes at www.scheepjes.com OR YOU COULD TRY… □ Black Sheep Wools 01925 764231 www.blacksheepwools.com □ The Knitter's Attic 01394 547077 www.theknittersattic.co.uk STITCH of the month TISSUE PACK COVER Cast on 39 sts using 2.5mm needles and Yarn A. Row 1 (RS) Knit. Row 2 (WS) Knit. Row 3…

BABY JUMPER Swiss darned detail! IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ Bergère de France Idéal (DK, 40% wool, 30% acrylic, 30% polyamide, 50g/125m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ A pair of 3mm needles □ A pair of 3.5mm needles □ 2 buttons, 14mm diameter □ Tapestry needle TENSION 24 sts and 31 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×x4in) over st st using 3.5mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 87 in Simply Knitting magazine SWISS DARNING CHART SIZES 6MO AND 12MO FIND YOUR SIZE SWISS DARNING CHART SIZES 18MO, 2YRS AND 3YRS BABY JUMPER BACK Cast on 62 (66: 74: 74: 78) sts using 3mm needles and Yarn A. Work 6 rows in 2×2 rib, dec 0 (0: 1: 0: 0) st at each…

KnitPro Sweet Affair Gift Set This gorgeous new gift set from KnitPro features five sets of double-pointed needles and five pairs of interchangeable needle tips, plus a stunning colour selection of KnitPro's prized Symfonie Terra Merino wool. It's all packed away in a pretty bag illustrated with a pastel floral design, which can be flaunted as a chic shoulder-strap or clutch too. £124, www.shop.knit mcintosh.com Great gift idea SEAMS Tote Bag Set Keep your hands soft and supple with this SEAMS gift set, complete with hand cream, cuticle hand and nail oil and a handy organic cotton tote bag. SEAMS Hand Cream is also available as a triple pack too. All products have been specifically created to be non greasy, and the perfect choice for crafters! Set £54, www.seamsbeauty.co.uk Personalised…

Crafted with utmost care and made from 100% acrylic, Cosy Love Aran is specially designed to create the softest and cosiest garments for your precious little ones. This lovely new yarn is a unique self-patterning option, available in enchanting pastel variegated shades. To try out this great new yarn, King Cole have put together some gorgeous baby patterns that perfectly complement the Cosy Love Aran effect. £3.79 for 100g, www.kingcole.com for stockists…

GET the LOOK Page 19 TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED ■ Cascade 128 Superwash (chunky, 100% wool, 100g/117m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table ■ A pair of 6mm needles ■ A 6mm circular needle, 40cm long, or a set of 6mm doublepointed needles (DPNs) ■ Stitch holder ■ Stitch markers TENSION 17 stitches and 20 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over patt using 6mm needles ABBREVIATIONS K1p3sso (Right leaning triple decrease) Knit the next stitch and slip this stitch back from RH needle to LH needle, making sure you don't twist the stitch. *Pick up the second stitch on LH needle purlwise and pass it over the first stitch (the original knitted stitch; repeat from * twice more. Slip the first stitch on LH needle…

LIGHTWEIGHT SHAWL NEW from ROWAN EST 1978 IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED ■ Rowan Kidsilk Haze (laceweight, 70% mohair, 30% silk, 25g/210m) 4 balls of Yarn A Mint (693) 2 balls of Yarn B Jelly (597) 1 ball of Yarn C Olive (721) 2 balls of Yarn D Alhambra (666) 1 ball of Yarn E Peacock (671) ■ A pair of 4mm needles ■ Stitch markers TENSION 20 sts and 33 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over patt using 4mm needles MEASUREMENTS Approx 40.5cm (16in) wide and 212.5cm (83¾in) long ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 87 WHERE TO BUY ■ For yarn stockists contact Rowan on 01484 668200 or www.knitrowan.com OR YOU COULD TRY… ■ Wool Warehouse 0800 505 3300 or www.woolwarehouse.co.uk ■ Laughing Hens 01829 740903…

GREAT READS This book is a great investment for your winter accessory knitting moments… When winter hits, all we can think about is warm ears and necks which is why scarf knitting is so popular. This winter-perfect book is from the author of best-selling knitting books, ‘Knitted Animal Socks and Hats’, ‘Knit Your Own Dolls’, ‘Knitted Animal Nursery’, ‘Knitted Animal Cozies’ and ‘Knitted Animal Scarves, Mitts, and Socks’. Fiona Goble's ‘Knitted Scarves And Cowls’ is ready for the cosy season with gorgeous, colourful designs from are perfect for crafters of all abilities. A pattern for everyone With 35 scarf, cowl and snood designs, there's a pattern for everyone within the pages of this book. From a snake scarf to a sparkly evening capelet and an extra-long ‘college’ scarf to a…

Charity Baby Basics Sheffield Established 2009 What do you do? We support new mothers and families who are struggling to meet the financial and practical burden of looking after a new baby or child under five. We provide basic items such as nappies, clothing, toys, toiletries and equipment like Moses baskets, cots and prams/pushchairs. What can knitters do to help? We love to give out knitted blankets, hats, cardigans, jumpers and bootees with our clothing bundles. Anyone who would like to knit for us (using soft acrylic or acrylic/cotton mix yarn only) can get in touch to find out more info and/or join our knitters Whatsapp group. Or follow the info below and send items to us. Moses blankets – 70×90cm (knitted only – no crochet or patterns with holes)…

DRAUGHT EXCLUDER SUPER Stashluster IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ DK yarn from your stash Approx 100g each of Yarn A variegated green Yarn B light blue Approx 10g each of Yarn C red Yarn D lilac Yarn E burgundy Yarn F yellow Yarn G orange Yarn H slate blue Approx 60g of Yarn J plain green □ A pair of 4mm needles □ 1 set of 4mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) □ Toy filling or draught excluder cushion, approx 86×17cm □ Matching zip (optional) □ Sewing pins □ White sewing thread TENSION 20 sts and 26 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over stocking stitch using 4mm needles MEASUREMENTS Length 86cm (34.5in) Width 17cm (7in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 87 “I love the flexibility i-cord brings to stashbusting…

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 Knitwear Designer Technical designer Faye enjoys exploring construction and finishing techniques to achieve neater results. Sophie Jordan Deputy Editor Passionate about colour combinations and Fair Isle, Sophie has 40 knitting years under her belt. Jen Bartlett Technical Editor Stitch expert and technical whizz, Jen likes to tackle the trickiest of knitting problems. Rachael Prest Technical Editor Detail obsessed and a numerical master, Rachael welcomes your challenging knit questions. QUESTION OF THE MONTH THE NICEST NEEDLES Q I've been using some old aluminium needles that my grandmother gave me. They're lovely to have as a keepsake, but I'm not really enjoying how…

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 K2TOG Knit two stitches together to give a right-leaning decrease KFB Increase 1 stitch by knitting into the front and back of an existing stitch CAST OFF Finish off your knitting with this straightforward cast-off technique MORE STITCHES TO MASTER You may see these great finishing touches in our…

ISSUE 245 DECEMBER ✽ Frill and lace jumper ✽ Hat and scarf set ✽ Kids’ melting snowman jumper ✽ Men's Fair Isle jumper ✽ Genie and lamp tea cosy ✽ Snowy owl ✽ Fairy tree decorations ✽ Santa sack and stocking set ✽ Snowman baby bootees ✽ Kids’ Bergère cable jumper PLUS Winter Knits pattern book BUY IT NOW! RETURN TO THE APP TO BUY BACK ISSUES ISSUE 244 CHRISTMAS ✽ Fair Isle snowflake jumper ✽ Simple lace shawl ✽ Elmer™ hot water bottle ✽ Kids’ ✽ peeking penguin jumper Advent calendar knit-along (final part) ✽ Wandering cable jumper Festive mug hugs ✽ Santa sack and stocking set ✽ Kids’ Scandi jumper ✽ PLUS extra Burda pattern mag ISSUE 243 NOVEMBER ✽ Christmas robin jumper ✽ Fairy lights necklace ✽…

ARMCHAIR TIDY Fun family gift! EASY TO KNIT YOU WILL NEED □ Sirdar No 1 DK (50% acrylic, 50% nylon, 100g/230m) 1 ball of Yarn A Black (0231) □ Sirdar Snuggly Snowflake Chunky (100% polyester, 25g/62m) 3 balls of Yarn B Milky (0630) □ A pair of 3.25mm needles □ A pair of 5mm needles □ Toy stuffing TENSION 24 sts and 34 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 3.25mm needles and Yarn A 16 sts and 22 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 5mm needles and Yarn B MEASUREMENTS 33cm (13in) long × 22cm (8½in) wide ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 87 in Simply Knitting magazine WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists contact Sirdar on 01924 371501 or www.sirdar.com ARMCHAIR…

NEW from ROWAN EST 1978 This book of beautiful accessories in Rowan Kidsilk Haze are a joy to both knit and wear. Designers Kaffe Fassett, Georgia Farrell, Lisa Richardson, Chloe Thurlow and Anna Hull combine simple stitches with cool shapes and techniques, intricate lace and stripes of colour to bring us a stunning collection of wraps, scarves, shawls and ponchos. ‘Kid Silk Haze Accessories’ book £10.50, www.knitrowan.com Knit a pattern from this collection on page 23!…

£5O GIFT CARD STAR LETTER WONDERFUL WOMBLES I thought you might like to see the finished Wombles I made from issue 235. This time I knitted them for myself, but I do raise funds for local rescue, so can see them being donated at some point. My favourite is Madam Cholet. In took 4 months, and I knitted them all in one go then started to sew them up individually. I found the glasses hard to source so used pipe cleaners and taped the ends where necessary. I thoroughly enjoyed knitting them and had lots of lovely comments after posting on my Facebook page! ■ Carole Cheetham What a wonderful achievement Carole, and well worth our Star Letter prize! Our star letter writer wins a fantastic gift voucher worth £50…

KIDS' ZIGZAG CARDIGAN FOR AGES 4-13! TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED ■ Sirdar Snuggly DK (55% nylon, 45% acrylic, 50g/165m) 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 ■ Stitch holders ■ 6 (6: 7: 7: 8) buttons TENSION 23 sts and 27 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over chart pattern using 4mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 87 FIND YOUR SIZE SIZING COLOUR KEY So you can re-use this pattern, we've colour-coded the sizing instructions. Simply follow our colour-coded measurements and you're off HOW TO USE OUR CHARTS Start at the bottom right-hand corner. Read right side rows from right to left and wrong side rows…

NOT TOO tricky! EASY TO KNIT YOU WILL NEED □ King Cole Truffle DK (100% polyamide, 100g/180m) 1 ball of Yarn A Coconut (4365) □ Stylecraft Special Aran (100% acrylic, 100g/195m) 1 ball of Yarn B Silver (1203) □ King Cole Big Value DK (100% acrylic, 50g/145m) 1 ball of Yarn C White (4020) □ Stylecraft Special DK (100% acrylic, 100g/295m) 1 ball of Yarn D Candy Floss (1130) □ A pair of 4mm needles □ A pair of 5mm needles □ Toy eyes (2) □ Small amount of black yarn for embroidery □ Wooden dowel 30cm × 8mm □ Small amount of toy stuffing TENSION 22 sts and 28 rows to measure 10× 10cm (4×4in) over stocking stitch using 4mm needles and Yarns A, C and D 18 sts and…

SHAWL-COLLAR CARDIGAN Soft shawl COLLAR TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED □ Stylecraft Grace (aran weight, 85% premium acrylic, 10% mohair, 5% wool, 100g/295m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ 4.5mm long circular needle for body and hemline (80cm long) □ 1 set of 4.5mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) or short circulars (40cm long) for sleeves □ Stitch markers □ Stitch holders TENSION 18 sts and 28 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 4.5mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 87 FIND YOUR SIZE SIZING COLOUR KEY So you can re-use this pattern, we've colour-coded the sizing instructions. Simply follow our colour-coded measurements and you're off. SHAWL-COLLAR CARDIGAN Note The cardigan is worked seamlessly from the top down with raglan increases. The wide…

PUZZLES CATCH UP WITH OUR READER KNITS AND STORIES over on page 20 CHILL OUT WITH A CROSSWORD Find and unscramble the key word! IT'S SUDOKU TIME! JOIN THE SK PUZZLE CLUB! New puzzles every fortnight! Scan this QR code with your smart phone, or visit www.gathered.how/puzzles ACROSS 1 Exercise system involving stretching and controlled movements (7) 5 Decorative wreath (7) 9 Red-breasted bird (5) 10 Woodland plants that grow in clusters (9) 11 Paddle (3) 12 Digging implement (5) 13 Heavy cavalry sword (5) 14 Yellowish-red tropical fruit (5) 16 Small ornamental case worn on a chain (6) 18 Yarn made from the angora goat (6) 19 Part of a flower (5) 22 European country, home of paella (5) 24 Mayhem (5) 26 Embrace (3) 27 Building designer (9) 29…

NICE ‘N’ KNOT-FREE Q I'm knitting s ome Fair Isle in a lovely wool yarn and hate knotting my yarn each colour change. Is there another way? Peggy Court One of our favourite techniques is to felt the ends of the yarn. Sometimes referred to as ‘spit-splicing’. the idea is to moisten both old and new ends of yarn (using whatever method you are most comfortable with – water or spit) and felt the two ends into one, by rubbing your palms together and creating friction. Note that this technique will only work with yarns that are at least 70% wool; acrylic and cotton will not felt. 1 To prepare the yarns, pull apart the plied ends and graduate the lengths of them over about 15cm. Moisten them slightly and…

POCKET SCARF Easy COLOUR WORK! IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ The Fibre Co &Make Super Bulky (100% Peruvian wool) 4 balls of Yarn A Cherries & Berries (MAKC 270) 1 ball of Yarn B Betty White (MAKC 010). □ A pair of 12mm needles TENSION 9 sts and 10 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 12mm needles MEASUREMENTS 35cm (13.5in) wide 181cm (32in) long ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 87 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 POCKET SCARF Notes The main scarf body is worked first. Colourwork pockets are then worked flat and…

Kirstie McLeod Editor “I knit for birthdays and Christmas mostly, I love to make little knitted gifts for family and friends.” Nic Lynn Creative Design Lead “I enjoy knitting cute little pumpkins in various orange shades at Halloween for the boys. I'd love to knit scary jumpers for them one day too!” Sophie Jordan Deputy Editor “Christmas, when woolly hats and blankets are needed. But I also love to surprise people with gifts too!” Rachael Prest Technical Editor “After the year I handmade everyone's Christmas presents, knitting for occasions has been relegated. I now just knit whenever I feel like it!”…

Unleash your inner shepherd with our enchanting collection celebrating our lovely fleecy friends. Within these pages you'll dive into a woolly wonderland where every stitch helps tell a story of pastoral perfection. From cuddly sheep-inspired homewares to cosy jumpers, you'll embark on a knitting journey that brings the loveable goodness of our favourite farmyard pal to your fingertips. Happy knitting, sheep fans!…

SHEEP TOY Try bramble stitch! IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ Jamieson & Smith Shetland Aran Worsted (100% Shetland wool, 50g/61m) 1 ball of Yarn A Snaa White □ Jamieson & Smith 2ply Jumper Weight (100% Shetland wool, 25g/115m) 1 ball of Yarn B Brown (80) □ Scrap of fine yarn in cream □ A pair of 2.75mm needles □ A pair of 4mm needles □ 150g of toy stuffing TENSION 28 sts and 56 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 2.75mm needles and Yarn B ABBREVIATIONS pfkb Purl into the front and knit into the back of the next stitch mb (make bramble) (K1, yf, K1) all into next st For a full list see page 87 in Simply Knitting magazine WHERE TO BUY □…