Indholdsfortegnelse for February 2024 i Simply Knitting

We're thrilled to share our latest knits with you this month, where every pattern is new or exclusive to Simply Knitting mag! First up is Caroline Birkett's colour-block cardi cover star – filled with joyful techniques. And speaking of joy, Erika Knight brings us her colourful Canyon Cardigan, exclusively from Rowan. Jane Burns' puppy-love jumper is all things cute, while Sachiyo Ishii's love-heart pets and Amanda Berry's chameleon toy are the adorable knitting buddies we never knew we needed. But wait, there's more goodness! Our baby sock knitting book is a pattern treasure trove, and makes a great resource for last-minute gift knitting for a new baby. Here's to warming stitches and smiles! The SK Team x Kirstie, Sophie, Nicola, Jen and Rachael GET IN TOUCH We'd love to hear…

GREAT READS If you want a knit that'll stand the test of time, this book is for you! Ready to try your hand at some Scandi-inspired designs? Say hello to 'Knitting for Olive', the new release from the Danish brand of the same name. The brand is known and loved throughout the Nordic countries and beyond for their contemporary yet classic designs. A much-loved brand Based in Copenhagen, Knitting for Olive is a family-run business providing home-knitters with attractive, timeless knitting patterns and high quality, natural yarns. Since 2015, they have been attracting a committed audience of crafters, who love the classic Scandinavian designs, and the easy-to-follow patterns. Contemporary class This book contains 20 gorgeous knitting patterns for women, and includes both brand new designs and tried and tested fan-favourites.…

RICH AND tactile! IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ Scheepjes Stone Washed XL (70% cotton, 30% acrylic, 50g/75m) Bumblebee Bag 2 balls of Yarn A Enstatite (872) 1 ball of Yarn B Lemon Quartz (852) Zigzag and Bobbles Bag 2 balls of Yarn A Lemon Quartz (852) 1 ball of Yarn B Enstatite (872) □ A pair of 5mm needles □ Lining fabric □ Wadding □ Faux leather handles TENSION 17 sts and 24 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 5mm needles MEASUREMENTS Bumblebee Bag 17½cm (6¾in) diameter × 21cm (8¼in) deep Zigzag and Bobbles Bag 17½cm (6¾in) diameter × 22cm (8¾in) deep ABBREVIATIONS Work long st Insert needle into s 2 rows below next st and K1, drop unworked st above MBK (K1, yo, K1,…

mix CABLES & SIMPLE TEXTURE IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ West Yorkshire Spinners Pure DK (100% wool, 50g/112m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ A pair of 3mm needles □ A pair of 3.25mm needles □ A pair of 4mm needles □ A cable needle □ 2 stitch holders TENSION 22.5 sts and 28 rows to 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 4mm needles ABBREVIATIONS TW2 Slip next st knitways, K1, pass slipped st over st just knitted and K into back of it 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… □ Black Sheep Wools 01235 678 910 or www.blacksheepwools.com □ Emily Foulds www.emilyfoulds.com FIND YOUR…

Great GIFT IDEA! IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ Stylecraft Naturals Organic Cotton (100% cotton, 50g/105m) 1 ball of each Yarn A Citron (7175) Yarn B Wood (7188) Yarn C Flax (7187) Yarn D Dove (7203) Yarn E Storm (7204) Yarn F Papaya (7178) □ A pair of 3mm needles □ A stitch holder □ Toy filling □ A pair of mushroom-shaped amigurumi eye beads, 6mm diameter □ A pair of mushroom-shaped amigurumi eye beads, 4mm diameter □ Cotton thread and sewing needle □ Oddment of dark brown DK yarn □ Pipecleaner TENSION 26 sts and 30 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over stocking stitch using 3mm needles MEASUREMENTS Dog 16cm (6¼in) Cat 11cm (4½in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 79 Not suitable for children under three years old due to small parts WHERE TO BUY…

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 Top freelance designer and technical editor, Rosee is an excellent authority on everything knitting Passionate about colour combinations and Fair Isle, Sophie has 40 knitting years under her belt. Stitch expert and technical whizz, Jen likes to tackle the trickiest of knitting problems. Detail obsessed and a numerical master, Rachael welcomes your challenging knit questions. QUESTION OF THE MONTH PRECISION UNPICKING Q How do I unpick my knitting without having to unravel the whole project? I keep making mistakes, and it's just impossible to work my way back! Adrijana Lakshmi The main thing to remember is that a stitch is simply a loop…

NOT TOO tricky! IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ Hayfield Bonus DK (100% acrylic, 100g/280m) 1 ball of each Yarn A Zest (582) Yarn B White (961) Yarn C Tomato (554) Yarn D Clementine (576) Yarn E Cornfield (574) Yarn F Neon Blue (553) Yarn G Magenta (564) □ A pair of 3mm needles □ A stitch holder □ Toy filling □ A pair of toy safety eyes, 12mm □ Black embroidery thread TENSION 24 sts and 31 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over stocking stitch using 3mm needles MEASUREMENTS 26cm (101¼in) long, excluding tail ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 79 Not suitable for children under three years old due to small parts WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists contact Sirdar on 01924 371501 or at www.sirdar.com OR YOU COULD TRY… □ Wool…

EASY TO KNIT YOU WILL NEED □ World of Wool Isle (100% British wool, 100g/175m) 1 ball of Valla Field (IY16) □ A pair of 3.5mm needles □ A pair of 4mm needles □ Tapestry needle TENSION 20 sts and 39 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over main pattern using 4mm needles MEASUREMENTS Hand circumference 18.5cm (7¼in) Length 18cm (7in) ABBREVIATIONS Sl3wyif Slip 3 sts purlwise with yarn in front K1uls (knit 1 under loose strands) Insert needle under the loose strands and knit the next stitch For a full list see page 79 WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists contact World of Wool on 03300 564888 or visit www.worldofwool.co.uk STITCH month of the MITTENS Cast on 37 sts using 3.5mm needles. Row 1 Purl. Row 2 (RS) K1,…

RIBBED SOCKS COSY FOR tootsies! IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ DROPS Baby Merino (sportweight, 100% wool, 50g/175m) 1 ball for all sizes of Blush (48) □ A set of 2.5mm doublepointed needles (DPNs) □ Stitch markers TENSION 26 sts and 34 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 2.5mm needles MEASUREMENTS To fit 0-1 mo (1-3 mo: 6-9 mo: 12-18 mo: 2-3 yrs: 4 yrs) Foot-length 10 (11: 12: 13: 15: 17)cm ABBREVIATIONS sppo Slip 1 st as if to purl, P1, pass the slipped stitch over the purled stitch For a full list see page 79 in Simply Knitting magazine WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists visit DROPS at www.garnstudio.com RIBBED SOCKS LEG Cast on 40 (44: 48: 48: 52: 56) sts using 2.5mm…

Cozy Cord Cowl Pattern The Flynnknit's cowl is a stashbuster's dream come true! Made up of loops of different yarns and i-cords, it makes a beautifully unique accessory! PDF pattern, £5 on www.etsy.com Use up your stash! New Clover Universal Knit Counter Clover has added this new loop-style Universal Knitting Counter to their extensive range of knitting products. It's suitable for both straight and circular needles. £7.69, for more visit www.clover.mfg.com Lundy Jumper pattern by Madeleine Gardner For Fair Isle fanatics, the Lundy jumper features the Lundy lighthouse, ponies, puffins, the MS Oldenburg ferry and the Lundy Cabbage flower! Pattern PDF, £7.50, www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/lundy-jumper Handy gadget alert! Stephen West Narwhal Needle Gauge This adorable narwhal gauge comes with a removable stand and measures needles from 3-5mm (US 2½ to 8). £7,…

STAR LETTER PUTTING ON A SHOW I made these two knitted toys for the Mothers' Union shop in Sydney NSW to sell for their charity. I learnt to knit at the age of eight from my mother, 68 years ago. Over the last 30 years I have been making toys for family and friends and lately for charity. ■ Philip McCauley These are truly spectacular Philip, with such accurate detail. They must have been difficult to part with, but donating to charity is such a lovely thing to do. Our star letter writer wins a fantastic gift voucher worth £50 from www.thelittlewoolcompany.com! £5O GIFT CARD QUEEN OF HEARTS This is a black and white silhouette portrait of Princess Diana I've knitted using a chart I designed myself and chunky yarn…

NOT TOO tricky! IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ King Cole Merino Blend DK (100% superwash Merino wool, 50g/104m) □ King Cole Truffle (100% polyamide, 100g/180m) 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 (optional for neck) □ Tapestry needle □ Locking stitch markers □ Stitch holder □ Oddment of black DK yarn TENSION 22 sts and 32 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over stocking stitch using 4mm needles. 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… □ Wool Warehouse 0800 505 3300 or www.woolwarehouse.co.uk □ SMD Knitting 0800 622 6225…

COPYRIGHT-FREE PATTERN Paw Socks YOU WILL NEED □ West Yorkshire Spinners ColourLab DK (100% wool, 100g/225m) 1 ball of each: Yarn A Citrus Yellow Yarn B Silver Grey, Yarn C True Blue □ A set of 2.5mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) □ 5 stitch markers □ Scrap yarn (for heel) www.wyspinners.com for stockists TENSION 32 sts and 38 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over patt using 2.5mm needles MEASUREMENTS Actual foot circumference 25cm (10in) Foot length 23cm (9in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 79 KEY Start charts at the bottom right-hand corner. Read all rounds from right to left. A row of chart represents a round of knitting. RIGHT FOOT *Cast on 72 sts using a set of DPNs and distribute sts evenly across them. Join to work in the…

SUPER Stashbuster IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ Chunky yarn from your stash Yarn A Rainbow (75g) Yarn B Blue (60g) □ A pair of 5mm needles □ Tapestry needle TENSION 19 sts and 22 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 5mm needles MEASUREMENTS 21cm wide × 58cm circumference (8¼×22¾in) ABBREVIATIONS K6A(B) Knit 6 sts in Yarn A (B) For a full list see page 79 “For me, designing is about joy in simplicity. My hand-knitted cowl pattern blends ease, stashbusting creativity and cosiness – not forgetting that all-important personal touch.“ SOPHIE JORDAN, DEPUTY EDITOR CHUNKY COWL Note Depending on what yarn you choose for your project, you might find that the colourwork puckers no matter what your method or tension. The resulting fabric looks puffed up or padded…

PUZZLES CATCH UP WITH OUR READER KNITS AND STORIES over on page 22 CHILL OUT WITH A CROSSWORD 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 Red spice used in goulash (7) 5 Tomato sauce (7) 9 Showery month (5) 10 Seasoned meat pizza topping (9) 11 Poem devoted to someone (3) 12 Whipping utensil (5) 13 Play (5) 14 Colour of military uniforms (5) 16 Yarn made with loops that give fabrics a rough appearance (6) 18 Very small, shaped tree (6) 19 Aviator (5) 22 Trend (5) 24 Iron (5) 26 Drinks counter (3) 27 No longer employed (9) 29 Delete (5) 30 Perfect man? (2,5) 31 Admiration (7) DOWN 1…

CAST ON FOR LACE Q I'm just starting to do some lace knitting and I'm finding my cast on is really tight and is pulling in towards the centre. Do you have any advice to stop this? Judy Hannah When it comes to lace knitting you need to consider your cast on method carefully. You want a cast on that's not so tight or rigid that it'll distort your lace pattern. Here's one of my favourites: 1 Start with a single slip knot on your left-hand needle. Holding the slip knot stable with your left hand, take your working yarn from back to front over the needle, creating a yarn over. 2 Hold the working yarn stable with your right hand. If the stitch twists around the needle just move the…

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…

ISSUE 246 JANUARY * Filigree lace jumper * Rowan striped shawl * Kids' chevron cardigan * Men's Fair Isle jumper * Polar bear portrait * Lace baby beanie * Lace shawl-collar cardigan * Flowerbed draught excluder * Stegosaurus tea cosy * Lattice-sleeved cable jumper * Play cube PLUS The Sheep Collection pattern book BUY IT NOW! RETURN TO THE APP TO BUY BACK ISSUES 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 ISSUE 244 CHRISTMAS * Fair Isle snowflake jumper * Simple lace…

LACE SOCKS GIVE LACE a go! IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ DROPS Alpaca (4ply, 100% alpaca, 50g/167m) 1 (1: 1: 2) balls of Light Lavender (4010) □ A set of 2.5mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) □ Stitch markers TENSION 26 sts and 34 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 2.5mm needles MEASUREMENTS To fit 1-3mo (6-9mo: 12-18mo: 2yrs) Foot-length 11 (12: 13: 15)cm ABBREVIATIONS sppo Slip 1 st as if to purl, P1, pass the slipped stitch over the purled stitch Inc 1 to 5 (work 5 stitches in the same stitch) K1, but do not slip the stitch from the left needle, *(yo, K1) in the same stitch; rep from * once more and slip the stitch from the left needle For a full list see…

GET the LOOK Page 19 Simply knitting loves TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED □ DROPS Snow (Super chunky, 100% wool, 50g/50m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ A 8mm circular needle, 100cm long □ A 9mm circular needle, 100cm long □ A 6mm circular needle, 100cm long (or similar, to pick up stitches for button band) □ 4 buttons, 25mm diameter TENSION 10.5 stitches and 16 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 9mm needles 9.5 stitches and 15 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over dip stitch using 9mm needles ABBREVIATIONS K1long Bring yarn to back, insert needle into stitch 2 rows below next stitch and knit 1, drop unworked stitch above For a full list see page 79 10% off! The Wool Factory…

HANDY SANTA Kim's Santa isn't just fab to look at, he's also a festive doorstop. He was a team effort as he was created with a little help from her husband's handy DIY skills! ■ Kim Williams HO-HO-HO IT'S SANTA! A Jean Greenhowe option was Namrata's choice for a special Santa knit. Santa and Mrs Claus are her favourites patterns from the range. ■ Namrata Yadav SURPRISE SANTA Ro's squishy Santa was knitted for her grandchildren for Christmas 2023. She included an additional pocket at the front so she could hide a treat or two as a special surprise for them. ■ Ro Hallows…

MIX COLOUR & texture IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ King Cole Majestic DK (30% acrylic, 50% superwash wool, 20% polyamide, 50g/121m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ A pair of 3.25mm needles □ A pair of 4mm needles □ A set of 3.25mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) or a 3.25mm circular needle, 40cm long □ 2 stitch holders TENSION 22 sts and 28 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 4mm needles 24 sts and 31 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over patt using 4mm needles 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… □ Wool Warehouse 0800 505 3300 or www.woolwarehouse.co.uk □ SMD Knitting 0800…

Charity Holly Hedge Animal Sanctuary, Established 1992 in Bristol What do you do? We're a well-respected charity and safe haven for abandoned and unwanted pets. Up to 800 pets a year are re-homed, and given the chance of a new beginning, but we couldn't have done this without our dear friend and benefactor, the late Esme Berni. This amazing lady will always be our guardian angel, and I hope she is looking down on us from above knowing she has saved the lives of thousands of animals because of her kindness. What can knitters do to help? Holly Hedge are urgently seeking foster homes for some of our dogs and cats who are unable to cope with being in a kennel or cattery environment and need extra TLC. Some have…

KNIT for mums, nans & fab friends! TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED □ Stylecraft Special Aran (100% acrylic, 100g/196m) 1 ball of each Yarn A Wisteria (1432) Yarn B Cream (1005) Yarn C Pale Rose (1080) Yarn D Sage (1725) Yarn E Plum (1061) Yarn F Lime (1712) Yarn G Spice (1711) Yarn H Saffron (1081) Yarn J Pomegranate (1083) Yarn K Raspberry (1023) □ A pair of 5.5mm needles □ 40cm of scrap yarn to mark row □ 2 clear buttons, 23mm diameter TENSION 17 sts and 32 rows to measure 10×10cm using st st and 5.5mm needles MEASUREMENTS To fit a two-litre hot water bottle 20×25cm (8×10in) 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… □ Wool Warehouse 0800 505…

NEW from ROWAN TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED □ Rowan Felted Tweed (light DK, 50% wool, 25% viscose, 25% alpaca, 50g/175m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ A pair of 3.75mm needles Note For sizes 32-34 and 36-38, you may prefer to work on a circular needle for the back, working backwards and forwards in rows, not rounds □ Stitch markers □ Stitch holders TENSION 24 sts and 32 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 3.75mm 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… □ Little Wool Shop 01495 239416 or www.littlewoolshop.com □ Ewe Wool Shop 01780 763838 or www.i-love-ewe.com 10% off! Little Wool Shop…

NEW from BERGERE DE FRANCE TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED □ Bergère de France Idéal (DK, 40% wool, 30% acrylic, 30% polyamide, 50g/125m) □ For both sizes: 2 balls of Yarn A Truffe (22002) 1 ball each of Yarn B Everest (51220) Yarn C Pavot (24408) □ A pair of 3mm needles □ A pair of 3.5mm needles □ A 7cm pompom maker (Bergère ref 53861) TENSION 24 sts and 31 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over patt using 3.5mm needles MEASUREMENTS To fit 6-8yrs (10-12yrs) Actual head circumference 49.5 (53)cm [19½ (21)in] ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 79 WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists contact Bergère at www.bergeredefrance.co.uk OR YOU COULD TRY… □ The Knitter's Attic 01394 547077 or www.theknittersattic.co.uk KIDS' COLOURWORK HAT HAT…

Kirstie McLeod Editor “I would love to be inside the head of Veera Valimaki, the shaping she uses for her projects is beautiful.” Nic Lynn Creative Design Lead “Amanda Berry and her wonderfully imaginatively designs are just so joyful. I'd love to be able to create something as fun as those.” Sophie Jordan Deputy Editor “To have the colour intelligence of Kaffe Fassett would be a dream. He inspired my love of colourwork.” Rachael Prest Technical Editor “Either Stephen West, for his wildly brilliant imagination, or Jessie Mae Martinson for her sweaters of gorgeous simplicity for all.”…

TRY SWISS darning IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ West Yorkshire Spinners Bo Peep DK (52% Falkland wool, 48% nylon, 50g/112m) 1 ball of each Yarn A Fluffy Clouds (1063) and Yarn B Fire Engine (1065) □ A set of 2.5mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) or a 2.5mm circular needle, 60-80cm long, for working in the round □ Stitch markers □ Stitch holder TENSION 34 sts and 46 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over stocking stitch using 2.5mm needles MEASUREMENTS To fit foot circumference 11cm (4¼in) Finished foot circumference 11.5cm (4½in) Length from cuff to the bottom of the heel 11cm (4¼in) Length from heel to toe 11cm (4¼in), adjustable ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 79 in Simply Knitting magazine CHART KEY WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn…

PLAIN SOCKS QUICK & EASY gift! IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ King Cole Footsie 4ply (93% acrylic, 7% PBT, 100g/430m) 1 ball of Dragon Fruit (4914) □ A set of 2.5mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) or a 2.5mm circular needle, 60-80cm long, for working in the round □ Stitch markers □ Stitch holder TENSION 34 sts and 46 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over stocking stitch using 2.5mm needles MEASUREMENTS To fit foot circumference 11cm (4¼in) Finished foot circumference 11.5cm (4½in) Length from cuff to the bottom of the heel 11cm (4¼in) Length from heel to toe 11cm (4¼in), adjustable ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 79 in Simply Knitting magazine WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists contact King Cole on 01756 703670 or www.kingcole.com PLAIN SOCKS Using…