Indholdsfortegnelse for November 2024 i Simply Knitting

As I write this, autumn is taking hold and we've been working on Christmas for months, so this issue is a real mix of seasons and celebrations. First, our double whammy of bonus Christmas Knits and Festive Friends pattern books brings seasonality straight to your door. If you're looking for gift knits you'll be delighted by our cowl and wrist warmer set, gorgeous textured men's jumper and sweet frog Ribberto! Our Christmas calendar blanket knit-along continues with another eight squares and we have the most amazing lifeboat crew tea cosy to share with you by Tea Cosy Folk. Make sure you take time to enter our big prize draw this issue to win a huge bounty of brilliant knitting goodies too! Have a great knitting month everyone! The SK Team…

If your knitting needles are itching for something new and playful, 'The Doodle Knit Directory' by Jamie Lomax is for you. Newly released just in time for the cosy crafting season, this inspiring guide is all about letting your creativity take the lead with 200 mix-and-match motifs to combine in endless ways. Create your own magic Imagine a world where you don't just follow a pattern but create your own! That's what Lomax encourages with her concept of “doodle knitting”. Whether you're a seasoned knitter or just starting to dip your toes into the world of colourwork, this book has something for everyone. The best part? All the patterns are designed to be easy and fun, with only two colours per row. With nine versatile accessory patterns – think cosy…

HAT AND COWL SET PERFECT your FAIR ISLE! IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ West Yorkshire Spinners Fable DK (50% wool, 35% alpaca, 15% mohair, 100g/166m) 1 ball of each Yarn A Moss (1230) Yarn B Willow (1229) Cowl □ A set of 3.5mm circular needles, 40cm long □ A set of 4mm circular needles, 40cm long □ Stitch markers Wristwarmers □ A set of 3.5mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) or circular needles, 60cm long if using magic loop method □ A set of 4mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) or circular needles, 60cm long if using magic loop method □ Stitch markers TENSION 20 sts and 24 rounds to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over Fair Isle stranded colourwork pattern on 4mm needles MEASUREMENTS Cowl Circumference 72cm (28.25in) Length 19.5cm (7.75in) Wristwarmers Circumference…

COPYRIGHT-FREE KNIT Chic headband Kirstie McLeod's pretty headband is knitted in an ebb-and-flow rib stitch, perfect for drifting away with We love EASY TO KNIT YOU WILL NEED □ West Yorkshire Spinners ColourLab (DK, 100% wool, 100g/225m) 1 ball of Deep Teal (716) □ A pair of 4mm needles TENSION 22 sts and 28 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 4mm needles MEASUREMENTS Headband measures approx 10cm (4in) wide and 52cm (20½)in circumference ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 77 HEADBAND Cast on 25 sts using 4mm needles. Row 1 Knit. Row 2 (RS) *P1, K1, P1, K1, P1; rep from * to end. Row 3 *K1, P3, K1; rep from * to end. Rep Rows 2 and 3 until work measures 52cm. Cast off in…

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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 Helen Spedding Operations Editor, The Knitter Helen is from our sister magazine and loves unusual stitch patterns and exploring the knitted stitch. Jen Bartlett Technical Editor Stitch expert and technical whizz, Jen likes to tackle the trickiest of knitting problems. Cory Sydee Technical Editor Top expert and knitting super-fan, Cory likes to delve into the toughest of knitting conundrums. Sophie Jordan Deputy Editor Passionate about colour combinations and Fair Isle, Sophie has 40 knitting years under her belt. QUESTION OF THE MONTH BABY ON THE WAY! Q I'm expecting my first grandchild! Could you advise on the most suitable yarns for babies? Lindsay Heyer…

KIDS' PINAFORE SIMPLE crochet detail IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ King Cole Luxury Merino DK (100% superwash Merino wool, 50g/140m) 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 □ A 4mm circular needle, 40cm long □ A 4mm crochet hook □ Stitch markers □ Stitch holders □ Shirring elastic (optional) TENSION 22 sts and 30 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over stocking stitch using 4mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 77 WHERE TO BUY □ or yarn stockists contact King Cole on 01756 703670 or www.kingcole.com OR YOU COULD TRY… □ SMD Knitting 0800 622 6225 or www.knittingwool.com □ Laughing Hens 01829 740903…

MINI BAUBLES EASY TO KNIT YOU WILL NEED □ World of Wool Fluff DK (100% Merino wool, 115m/50g) 1 ball of each Yarn A Spa Slipper Yarn B Beanie Bag □ A set of 3.5mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) □ Stitch marker □ Three polystyrene balls, 4.5cm diameter, or a small amount of toy stuffing □ Matching ribbon for hanging TENSION 18 sts and 30 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over stocking stitch using 3.5mm needles MEASUREMENTS Diameter 4.5cm (1¾in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 77 KEY CROSS STITCH CHART WHERE TO BUY □ World of World 03300 564888 or www.worldofwool.co.uk SWISS DARNING 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.…

MINI DECORATIONS MAKE into BUNTING! IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ Stylecraft Special DK (100% acrylic, 100g/295m) 1 ball of each Yarn A Toy (1844) Yarn B White (1001) Yarn C Lipstick (1246) Yarn D Black (1002) Yarn E Kelly Green (1826) Yarn F Camel (1420) Yarn G Mocha (1064) □ A pair of 3.25mm needles □ Toy filling □ Lockable stitch markers □ Stitch holder □ Oddment of yellow DK yarn □ Fork or tiny pompom maker TENSION 20 sts and 28 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over stocking stitch using 3.25mm needles MEASUREMENTS 13cm (5¼in) tall ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 77 in Simply Knitting magazine WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists visit Stylecraft at www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk or call 01484 848435 MINI DECORATIONS Note Leave long tails…

CHRISTMAS BLANKET CLASSIC colourwork TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED □ Rowan Handknit Cotton (100% cotton, 50g/85m) 9 balls of each Yarn A Ecru (251) Yarn B Rosso (215) □ A pair of 5mm needles □ A 5mm crochet hook □ A small amount of matching cotton for joining or sewing up MEASUREMENTS 106×106cm (42×42in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 77 in Simply Knitting magazine WHERE TO BUY □ Rowan www.knitrowan.com TENSION 17 sts and 25 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 5mm needles CHRISTMAS BLANKET Note You will need to use both the Fair Isle and intarsia techniques to work each square. Either use multiple balls of yarn or wind off a small amount beforehand. CHART A (MAKE 4) Cast on 59 sts using…

Christmas Jumper Day Save The Children's Christmas Jumper Day (12 December) comes with a baa-rilliant collaboration with Shaun the Sheep this year. Treats include a Shaun the Sheep pin and sew-on patch for the day itself (available from 7 October), as well as a range of festive gifts. www.christmasjumperday.org Great kids' gift Lovely quirky knits 'Knit It Out' Pattern Book By Lærke Bagger Lærke Bagger's eclectic style and unconventional approach to knitting is on display in her latest pattern book, 'Knit It Out'. 'Knit It Out' is packed with patterns that playfully explore Lærke's love for unusual stitch and yarn combinations. £30, published by Prestel. New from Rowan Bernat Dinosaur Blanket Cute and cuddlesome, this funtime baby blanket is knitted in soft and squishy Bernat Baby Blanket yarn. Easy to…

Introducing Jumbo Yarn, Wool Couture's chunkiest yarn yet, and twice as thick as their Cheeky Chunky option! Made from 100% pure wool, it's ideal for creating warm blankets and stylish homewares. Perfect for beginners or anyone seeking a quick, satisfying project, this super-chunky yarn works up in no time when knitted on 15mm needles. Each 100g ball offers approximately 30 meters of soft, warm knitting. £7.99 for 100g, www.woolcouturecompany.com 100% wool yarn…

Now you can celebrate the season of mists and mellow fruitfulness with an exciting new knit-along from West Yorkshire Spinners. Designed by Chloé Elizabeth Birch, this beautiful blanket captures the spectacular palette of autumn in two colourways, one in five shades of ColourLab DK and the other in The Croft DK. From shade names including Marvellous Mushrooms and Pumpkin Picking to Changing Leaves and Falling Acorns, this Forager KAL will take you from the forest floor to the treetops in four parts starting on the 9 October 2024. The finished blanket measures 98×114cm and you'll find all the details of how to get involved at www.wyspinners.com New from WYS…

STAR LETTER PERFECT FIT For decades, I found buying clothes that fitted my body shape an often painful process. Add to that tactless remarks from family and friends, and I felt ashamed of my body. Even when I became a knitter and began to enjoy knitting accessories and children's garments, I didn't have the confidence to make anything me-sized. Then a friend commissioned me to make her a cardigan, and that gave me the push I needed. I knitted my first “me-garment” and how different I felt in clothing shaped to fit me properly! I haven't looked back since. Not only do I now have many beautiful garments that I love, but I gained so much confidence. As knitters, we can fit what we make to the bodies that will…

KIDS' CARDIGAN Try a new stitch pattern! TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED □ Scheepjes Stonewashed DK (78% cotton, 22% acrylic, 50g/130m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ A pair of 3mm needles □ A pair of 3.25mm needles □ 3 stitch holders □ 6 (6: 7: 7: 8: 8) buttons TENSION 22 sts and 30 rows to 10×10cm (4×4in) over stocking stitch using 3.25mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 77 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 □ Baa! 07751 442645 or www.baawool.co.uk 10% off! Black Sheep Wools are offering 10% off Scheepjes Stonewashed DK with code SCH256. To place your order call 01925 764231 or…

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SUPER FUN design! LIFEBOAT CREW TEA COSY TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED □ Stylecraft Special DK (100% acrylic, 100g/295m) 1 ball of each Yarn A Sunshine (1114) Yarn B Toy (1844) Yarn C White (1001) Yarn D Black (1002) Yarn E Tomato (1723) Yarn F Silver (1203) Yarn G Jaffa (1256) □ A pair of 5.5mm needles □ A pair of 4mm needles □ Stitch holder □ Clear 2 litre plastic drink bottle TENSION 22 sts and 28 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4 in) over stocking stitch using 4mm needles with a single strand 14 sts and 23 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4 in) 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 77 LIFEBOAT CREW TEA COSY Notes…

FROG TOY Thanks to SK Facebook friend Rita Andrea for naming our frog! IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ King Cole Cuddles Chunky (100% polyester, 50g/125m) 3 balls of Yarn A Holly (3820) 1 ball of each Yarn B Sunflower (3821) Yarn C White (350) □ A pair of 4.5mm needles □ Toy filling, 500g □ 2 stitch markers □ 2 black toy safety eyes, 15mm diameter TENSION 18 sts and 36 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over garter stitch using 4.5mm needles MEASUREMENTS Body 28cm long × 24cm wide With legs outstretched 66cm wide at widest point ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 77 Not suitable for children under three years old due to small parts WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists contact King Cole on 01756 703670 or…

GUEST EXPERT FANCY SLIP STITCH RIB A 2×3 rib where slip stitches alter the look of the columns of knit sts. Cast on a multiple of 5 sts + 2. Row 1 (RS) P2, *K1, Sl 1 purlwise, K1, P2; rep from * to end. Row 2 K2, *P3, K2; rep from * to end. CORDED RIB This smart pattern gives a firm texture with little stretch. Cast on a multiple of 4 sts + 2. Row 1 (RS) [K2, (Sl 1 purlwise wyib, yo, K1, psso both sts)] to end. Row 2 (K2, P2) to last 2 sts, K2. TWIN RIB Here, the columns of knit stitches are broken by purls to give extra texture; this pattern has plenty of stretch. Cast on a multiple of 6 sts. Row…

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

ISSUE 255 OCTOBER ❋ Tweed cable jumper ❋ Stylecraft accessories set ❋ Kids' monster jumper ❋ Men's shawl-collar jumper ❋ Simple headband ❋ Cable hot water bottle cover ❋ Christmas blanket KAL (pt1) ❋ Rowan colourwork cardigan ❋ Kids' apple jumper ❋ Macaw wall hanging ❋ Modern tartan jumper ❋ PLUS Fairies and fairyhouse pattern book BUY IT NOW! RETURN TO THE APP TO BUY BACK ISSUES ISSUE 254 SEPTEMBER ❋ Cable and eyelet T-shirt ❋ Panda socks ❋ Kids' seaside jumper ❋ Men's grandad cardigan ❋ Simple cowl ❋ Space playset ❋ Kids' ribbed cardi ❋ Crab keyring ❋ Chunky lace tunic ❋ Bee mobile ❋ Easy shrug ❋ Mosaic blanket ❋ PLUS Classic Knits by Sarah Hatton pattern book ISSUE 253 AUGUST ❋ Colour block jumper ❋ Petal…

REINDEER PURSE GREAT GIFT IDEA IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ King Cole Big Value DK (100% acrylic, 145m/50g) 1 ball of each Yarn A Koala (4024) Yarn B Taupe (4023) Yarn C Wine (4031) □ A pair of 3.25mm needles □ Oddment of dark brown DK yarn □ 2 brown pipe cleaners, 15cm long □ 2 toy safety eyes, 1.5cm diameter □ Zipper, 10cm long □ Sewing thread to match zipper TENSION 26 sts and 32 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 3.25mm needles MEASUREMENTS 13cm (5in) wide by 13cm (5in) tall, not including antlers ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 77 WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists contact King Cole on 01756 703670 or www.kingcole.com OR YOU COULD TRY… □ Wool Warehouse 0800…

FAIR ISLE STOCKING KNIT for under £10! TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED □ Big Value Chunky (100% acrylic, 152m/100g) 1 ball of each Yarn A Red (0553) Yarn B White (0822) Yarn C Sea Breeze (3493) □ 6mm needles TENSION 14 sts and 20 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 6mm needles MEASUREMENTS Length 58cm (23in) Width 16cm (6½in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 77 in Simply Knitting magazine WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists contact King Cole 01756 703670 www.kingcole.com OR YOU COULD TRY… □ SMD Knitting 0800 622 6225 or www.knittingwool.com □ The Knitting Network 01795 570303 or www.theknittingnetwork.co.uk FAIR ISLE STOCKING Note This Christmas stocking is knitted flat and is generously sized to allow room for plenty of stocking fillers! It uses…

BAUBLE CUSHION MASTER intarsia colourwork TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED □ Rico Design Essentials Soft Merino Aran (100% Merino wool, 50g/100m) 4 balls of Yarn A Berry (011) 2 balls of Yarn B Beige (081) 1 ball of each Yarn C Dark Green (048) Yarn D Middle Brown (054) Yarn E Red (008) □ A pair of 4.5mm needles □ A pair of 5mm needles □ 7 buttons, 15mm diameter □ Split ring markers □ 60cm red ribbon, 4cm wide TENSION 18 sts and 24 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 5mm needles MEASUREMENTS 45.5 × 45.5cm (18 × 18in) ABBREVIATIONS K15A/P15A knit/purl 15 sts in Yarn A For a full list see page 77 in Simply Knitting magazine WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists visit Rico…

Add plenty of cute factor to your holiday décor with our bonus supplement, featuring Christmas tree decorations by Sachiyo Ishii. These adorable ornaments are perfect for adding that handmade touch to your Christmas tree, and they make wonderful gifts too. Each design is easy to follow, with detailed instructions to help you craft these timeless treasures with love. So grab your yarn, settle on the sofa and start creating your own Festive Friends Christmas magic! GET IN TOUCH! Write to us at Simply Knitting magazine, Our Media, Eagle House, Bristol BS1 4ST or email us at simplyknitting@ourmedia.co.uk. Find us on Instagram @simplyknittingmag or on Facebook.com/SimplyKnitting.…

Full of Christmas Cheer! Craft a little Christmas in front of the fire! IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS FOR THE SET YOU WILL NEED □ King Cole Merino Blend DK, (100% superwash wool, 50g/104m) 1 ball of each Yarn A Cranberry (703) Yarn B White (001) Yarn C Carnation (3090) Yarn D Chocolate (023) Yarn E Chestnut (3089) Yarn F Dune (3296) Yarn G Cinnamon (3298) Yarn H Bayleaf (3088) Yarn J Amber (3398) □ A pair of 3mm needles □ A 3mm crochet hook □ Stitch holder or a spare needle □ Toy stuffing □ 5 pairs of mushroom-shaped amigurumi eye beads, 4mm diameter □ Thread (for sewing eye beads) Not suitable for children under three years old due to small parts TENSION 26 sts and 30 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over stocking stitch using 3mm needles MEASUREMENTS Santa…

Join Bone Cancer Research Trust's Facebook challenge in November and raise £150 by knitting every day. The BCRT charity is dedicated to fighting primary bone cancer through research, information, awareness and support. Charity patron, Liz O'Riordan, whose mother Isobel taught her to knit when she was a girl, is knitting a BCRT-coloured shawl. Liz is a former breast cancer surgeon who had breast cancer twice and her mother was sadly diagnosed with bone cancer. Check out the special fund in her mother's name – #BeMoreIsobel – at www.specialfunds.bcrt.org.uk/be-more-isobel/. Try out the free patterns from doodlepip and Manchester Yarn and Wool shop on their Facebook group too. www.bcrt.org.uk…

GET the LOOK Page 19 IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ Rico Design Creative Cotton Fleece DK (DK weight, 75% cotton, 13% acrylic, 12% wool, 100g/250m) 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 □ 2 stitch holders TENSION 22 sts and 30 rows to 10×10cm (4×4in) over st st using 4mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 77 WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists visit Rico at www.rico-design.de OR YOU COULD TRY… □ Valley Wools 01639 720774 or www.valleywools.com □ Sew Knit Craft 01223 350691 or www.sewknitcraftltd.com “In a Christmas-busy house with a hot kitchen it can be a relief to be wearing a cotton knit, rather…

PLAY TIME Alison converts Simply Knitting patterns into sweet finger puppets for the local hospital. We love what she's done with Amanda Berry's Grandma from issue 208. @ Alison Lingham SCHOOL DAYS Sue knitted this very special class mate for her granddaughter, Florence. She's wearing the same colour uniform as Florence when she started school this September. @ Sue Hill Pattern in issue 252 HOT TO TROT Sue tells us she's not a knitter but we think she made a brilliant job of Doris the donkey! She found this cute pattern easy to follow, and when her sister suggested adding a crochet daisy, it was the perfect finishing touch. @ Sue Canning…

MEN'S JUMPER Knit in WOOL & ALPACA IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ The Fibre Co. &Make Aran (50% Peruvian Highland wool, 50% alpaca, 100g/150m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ A pair of 3.75mm needles □ A pair of 4mm needles □ A pair of 5mm needles □ Stitch holders TENSION 20 sts and 24 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4 in) over twist st patt using 5mm needles 20 sts and 27 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4 in) over yoke and sleeve patt using 5mm needles ABBREVIATIONS M1P Pick up and purl into back of horizontal strand lying before next st TW3 Slip 2 sts knitwise, K1, slip second st on right needle over first st and K into back of it, now slip third…

FESTIVE BLANKET PART two CAST ON OUR KAL Collect all three parts to create this gorgeous Christmas blanket KAL Fun festive knitting TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED □ Yarnsmiths Create DK (100% acrylic, 100g/290m) 2 balls of Yarn B Petrol (3234) 1 ball each of Yarn A Sky Blue (3260) Yarn C Cream (3050) Yarn D Silver (3030) Yarn E Dark Sage (3202) Yarn F Sienna Red (3094) Yarn G Dark Grey Heather (3010) Yarn H White (3040) Yarn J Chocolate Brown (3080) Yarn K Rust (3074) Yarn L Gunmetal Grey (3005) Yarn M Peachy Pink (3420) Yarn N Antique Gold (3145) Yarn P Blush (3062) Yarn Q Bright Yellow (3164) □ A pair of 4mm needles □ A 3.75mm circular needles (for border) □ Black embroidery thread □ Silver embroidery thread □ Stitch holder (for border) TENSION 22 sts and 29…

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 Passenger-carrying van (7) 5 Technique for finishing stitching (4,3) 9 Straps for controlling a horse (5) 10 Italian beef sauce for spaghetti (9) 11 Fire residue (3) 12 Heavy goods vehicle (5) 13 --- Beauty, Anna Sewell novel (5) 14 Sag (5) 16 Hair styling product (6) 18 Fine woollen yarn (6) 19 Lorraine ---, Scottish TV presenter (5) 22 Male duck (5) 24 Braid (5) 26 US information gathering organisation (1,1,1) 27 Spontaneous (7) 29 --- Du Beke, Strictly Come Dancing judge (5) 30 Everlasting (7) 31…

COLOURBLOCK CARDIGAN ENJOY FUN softness! IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ Rowan Tweed Haze (chunky, 40% mohair, 39% alpaca, 10% polyamide, 8% cotton, 3% polyester, 50g/120m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ A pair of 5.5mm needles □ A pair of 6mm needles □ A 5.5mm circular needle, 80-120cm long □ 7 buttons TENSION 15.5 sts and 20 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over stocking stitch using 6mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 77 WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists contact Rowan on 01924 371501 or www.knitrowan.com OR YOU COULD TRY… □ Wool Warehouse 0800 505 3300 or www.woolwarehouse.co.uk □ Lindehobby www.lindehobby.co.uk COLOURBLOCK CARDIGAN BACK Cast on 62 (70: 78: 86: 94: 102: 110: 118) sts using 5.5mm needles and Yarn A.…

Kirstie McLeod Editor “I would knit a dog coat and lots (and lots and lots) of toys for Cerberus the three-headed dog!” Cory Sydee Technical Editor “I think I would probably knit lots of hats for gnomes. I'd have fun with different colours and patterns on the long pointy hats.” Sophie Jordan Deputy Editor “I'd make the Greek winged-horse Pegasus a lovely Fair Isle blanket to make him comfy under his saddle.” Jen Bartlett Technical Editor “A big, warm, enveloping shawl for a selkie to wrap up in when she has left the sea, removed her sealskin and assumed human form.”…

Welcome to our special 'Christmas Knits' pattern book! This bonus gift is brimming with great designs bringing warmth and cheer to your holiday season. Inside, you'll find a charming collection of holiday-inspired projects, perfect for adding a handmade touch to your celebrations. With our packed book you can knit your way through the season with our adorable decorations and cosy colourwork homewares. So why not cast on our Fair Isle stocking and make a cute reindeer purse to help fill it to the brim?! Happy knitting to you all, and may your holidays be as warm and cosy as your knitting creations!…

REINDEER ACCESSORIES GREAT for boys too! IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ DROPS Lima DK (65% wool, 35% alpaca, 50g/100m) 4 balls of Yarn A Red (3609) 1 ball of each Yarn B Off white (0100) Yarn C Pistachio ice cream (9031) Yarn D Chestnut (9062) □ A pair of 3.5mm needles □ A pair of 4mm needles □ Faux fur pompom, for the hat TENSION 22 sts and 30 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over Chart pattern using 4mm needles MEASUREMENTS Scarf 130×20cm (51×8in) Hat To fit head circumference 45-50cm (173/4-193/4in) Actual Hat circumference 42cm (17in) ABBREVIATIONS B&T (break and tighten) break yarn and thread through rem sts For a full list see page 77 in Simply Knitting magazine WHERE TO BUY □ For local yarn stockists visit DROPS at www.garnstudio.com…

CHRISTMAS CRACKERS SUPER stocking fillers IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ Stylecraft Special DK (100% premium acrylic, 100g/295m) 1 ball of each Yarn A Pomegranate (1083) Yarn B Grass Green (1821) Yarn C Clementine (1853) Note Three 100g balls would make a set of 6 crackers, with 2 of each colour □ A pair of 3.25mm needles □ Toy filling, 200g □ Two toy safety eyes per cracker, 9mm diameter □ Black embroidery thread TENSION 23 sts and 31 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over stocking stitch using 3.25mm needles MEASUREMENTS Length 27cm (10¾in) Circumference 14cm (5½in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 77 in Simply Knitting magazine WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists visit Stylecraft at www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk or call 01484 848435 Not suitable for children under three years old due to…

CUTE ROBINS GIVE intarsia a go IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ Stylecraft Special DK (100% acrylic, 100g/295m) 1 ball of each Yarn A Mocha (1064) Yarn B Matador (1010) Yarn C White (1001) Yarn D Grass Green (1821) Yarn E Clementine (1853) □ A pair of 3.25mm needles □ Toy stuffing □ Black toy safety eyes, 12mm diameter □ 2 removable stitch markers TENSION 20 sts and 28 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over stocking stitch using 3.25mm needles MEASUREMENTS 15.5cm (61/4in) tall, including hat ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 77 in Simply Knitting magazine WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists visit Stylecraft at www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk or call 01484 848435 Not suitable for children under three years old due to small parts CUTE ROBINS Notes Use intarsia method to work Robin. Cross…