Innehållsförteckning för Autumn 2022 från Simply Knitting

A is for autumnal accessories! As soon as the summer sets on the horizon I start thinking about hats, scarves and gloves to keep me cosy on my commute to work. Luckily, this issue we have plenty of accessories to choose from with Sophie Jordan’s rainbow hat and cowl set (p21), Anne Franklin’s cable slippers (p89) and Becca Parker’s bobble hat (p98), with many more in your extra Knitter’s Year pattern booklet! But it’s not all about us, we’ve another Flower Fairy for your little ones – The Poppy Fairy (p35) might just be our favourite so far! Halloween visits with the coolest witch jumper ever (p27) and we’ve got a fun fox bag (p49) for sweet treats too. Let us know what you’re planning to cast on this autumn…

IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ Scheepjes Terrazzo (DK, 70% recycled wool, 30% recycled viscose, 175m/50g) 1 ball of each Yarn A Cavalletta/green (757) Yarn B Limone/yellow (702) Yarn C Pavone/turquoise (753) Yarn D Acciaio/purple (732) Yarn E Lampone/pink (721) Yarn F Scarlatto/red (718) □ A 4mm circular needle, 40cm long □ A 3.75 circular needle, 40cm long for hat only □ Stitch marker TENSION 27 sts and 35 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over patt using 4mm needles MEASUREMENTS Hat To fit head circumference 57cm (22½in) Actual circumference 52cm (20½in) Actual length 19.5cm (7½in) Cowl Actual width Approx. 21cm (8¼in) when flat, 74cm (29in) total length ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 95 WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists contact Scheepjes at www.scheepjes.com HAT TOP DIAGRAM…

IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS 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 □ Stitch holders □ 3 lilac buttons, 10mm diameter □ 3 black buttons, 10mm diameter □ 2 sew on eyes, 10mm diameter □ Oddment of beige or light pink DK yarn □ A 4.5mm crochet hook or a pair of 4.5mm double-pointed needles (for hair only) TENSION 22 sts and 30 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over stocking stitch using 4mm needles ABBREVIATIONS Ch Crochet chain Tr Treble crochet st (UK terms) For a full list see page 95 FIND YOUR SIZE SIZING COLOUR KEY So you can re-use this pattern, we’ve colour-coded the sizing…

IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ Scheepjes Merino Soft Brush (DK, 50% superwash Merino wool, 25% microfibre, 25% acrylic, 50g/105m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ A pair of 3.75mm needles □ A pair of 4mm needles □ Stitch holders TENSION 22 sts and 30 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over stocking stitch using 4mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 95 WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists contact Scheepjes at www.scheepjes.com OR YOU COULD TRY… □ Knit and Yarn www.knitandyarn.co.uk □ Baa…! 07751 442645 or www.baawool.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. CHART A KEY HOW TO USE OUR CHARTS Start at the…

IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ Hayfield Bonus DK (100% acrylic, 100g/280m) 1 ball of each Yarn A Fox (779) Yarn B Cream (812) Yarn C Black (965) □ A 4mm circular needle, 40cm long □ Two 4mm double pointed needles (DPNs) □ A 3.5mm crochet hook □ A wooden toggle button, 25mm □ Two 11mm domed black buttons □ Two 24x26cm rectangles of cotton fabric □ Sewing needle and thread □ A stitch marker TENSION 22 sts and 28 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 4mm needles MEASUREMENTS Approx 18cm wide x 22cm tall (not including ears) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 95 WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists contact Sirdar at www.sirdar.com OR YOU COULD TRY… □ Wool Warehouse 0800 505…

1 Hunt down eco yarn Many yarn manufacturers are producing eco-friendly yarns these days, from Rowan to Stylecraft, and many independent yarn spinners have had greener yarns for years. When choosing your next project, try searching for your supplies by specific eco yarn type to up your green credentials. 2 Let your stash dictate your knits Are you sitting on a lovely squishy pile of yarn at home? It’s a great idea to let your stash ‘tell you’ what you should knit next. Not only could it be a great creative journey, you’ll certainly be helping the planet by not buying more yarn for a few months or so. 3 Swap or sell If you have yarn in your stash that’s more than five years old consider selling or swapping it.…

Charity of the MONTH Each issue we find out more about one of the good causes you could help out with your knitting… Sue Hoskinson and Linda Driscoll, Volunteer Knitters Charity Hope and Aid Direct Established 1999 What do you do? We are a humanitarian aid charity that started during the Balkans war. We aim to deal with humanitarian emergencies where we can work directly with beneficiaries – currently we are working in Europe dealing with the refugee and migrant crisis and also assisting other charities with refugees from Afghanistan. Over the years we have gradually recruited about 80 knitters from all over the UK to make whatever is needed, at the moment it is single, adult-sized blankets for the refugees in Europe. What can we do to help? The…

WHAT’S BEEN YOUR TINIEST KNIT? Kirstie McLeod Editor “You don’t get much smaller than a pair of baby booties. I made a really cute garter stitch pair recently.” Nicola Lynn Technical Editor “I tend to knit in chunky yarn, so my smallest knit was a slouchy hat in lovely soft cream yarn.” Sophie Jordan Deputy Editor “I designed a cute pair of baby mitts with a Fair Isle snowflake on them, and some festive tree decos too!” Jennifer May Production Assistant “I like to knit socks in bold colourful patterns and colours. Focusing on the small stitches is very calming.”…

A LITTLE BIT TRICKY LACE ARAN WEIGHT 5MM 6MM YOU WILL NEED ■ DROPS, Air (70% alpaca, 23% polyamide, 7% wool, 50g/130m) 1 ball of Light Pink (08) ■ A 5m m circular needle, 40cm long ■ A 6m m circular needle, 40cm long ■ Stitch holders For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk TENSION Yarn used knits as aran to this tension: 17 sts and 22 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 5mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see p95 in SK magazine We’ve all got a ball of yarn in our stash that we’ve been saving for that special project – and here’s the perfect excuse to whip it up into something beautiful! The combination of delicate lace stitches and soft, airy…

IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS GARTER ST LACE SPORT WEIGHT 3½MM YOU WILL NEED ■Scheepjes, Stone Washed (78% cotton, 22% acrylic; 50g/130m) ■ A pair of 3½mm knitting needles ■ 2 stitch holders ■ 4 stitch markers For yarn stockists contact Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com TENSION Yarn used knits as sport weight to this tension: 21 sts and 30 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 3½mm needles 22 sts and 42 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over garter stitch (g st) using 3½mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 95 of SK magazine Picnics in the park, strolls along the beach, parties in the garden; whatever the occasion, Jo Allport’s unique knitted tee is a must-knit for your new summer wardrobe. Work the lace portion of the top first,…

Love to be organised? Plan your 2023 knits early with The Knitter’s Year pattern booklet gift, packed with seasonal projects! Then begin another stunning knit, The Poppy Fairy, from our collection of Flower Fairies by Angela Turner. ✔ Pretty Poppy Fairy ✔ Packed with detail ✔ Collect the set! FABULOUS TREATS IN YOUR NEXT ISSUE! CHRISTMAS CUTIES PATTERN BOOKLET Are you itching to knit for Christmas? Scoop up your knitting needles and dive into the first of our festive patterns next issue with our extra Christmas Cuties pattern booklet. Inside you’ll find the sweetest elf toy, a pair of gorgeous Rudolph bootees and a chilly penguin friend, each one designed to bring handfuls of Christmas cheer into your home MAKE A FESTIVE TREAT WITH YOUR KNITIVITY! Wow! Have we got…

Jennifer May Production Assistant STAR LETTER COMMUNITY CRAFTING The knitters from Bramley have been busy again. After the success of the Bramley Knitted Map, which is currently on display at the Vyne National Trust House, we embarked on recording the reign of Queen Elizabeth II by creating panels representing the seven decades. They include the coronation, royal wedding, castles and cathedrals, along with British icons, such as James Bond, the Beatles, Chelsea Flower Show, Ascot and the national flags and flowers. Almost everything is made from wool but a few pieces of embroidery and gold work were included, especially in the coach and crown from the coronation. Each knitter created their own patterns, and we are really pleased with the results. Sue Howell, via email What an incredible achievement! SPONSORED…

This year saw many of us celebrating the Queen’s Jubilee in various different ways – including lots of fun street parties across the country. One group of knitters from Surlingham, Norfolk decided to celebrate the way they know best – with a fabulous knitted tea party! Alexandra Evans, a retired registered nurse who organised the event, tells us more about how the yarny celebration unfolded… “The knitted Jubilee Street party was showcased in our village church. It was a life-size representation of a jubilee street party, but all the food was knitted or crocheted,” says Alexandra. The idea came in February, when Alexandra took part in an amateur dramatics play. “The play was centred around a feast and I knitted a few food items to go on the table,” says…

It’s been a while since I have been able to take on a bigger project due to my illness, which I’ve spoken about before, but after a long break, I’m finally there! The enthusiasm, the motivation and the ability to think, focus and create is back and what an amazing feeling it is! I’m so relieved! STARTING SIMPLE Aware that I didn’t want to push myself too hard for my first project, but ready to take on something a little more challenging, I settled on a blanket for a work colleague’s first baby. I remember being given hand-knitted blankets when mine were born and loving them, but also appreciating the time and effort that had gone into them. Rather than pick a fancy pattern, I went back to basics, finding…

GET INVOLVED Helping the homeless The Homeless Remembrance Blanket Project is doing incredible work in America to raise awareness for the un-housed COPYRIGHT-FREE CHARITY PATTERN on p71 National Homeless Person’s Memorial Day is held every year on 21 December, the longest night of the year, to remember those who have tragically died while experiencing homelessness, often decades before their time. PICTURE THE SCENE… It’s 21 December 2021, and the Homeless Memorial Blanket Project has surrounded First Evangelical Lutheran Church in Carlisle, Pennsylvania with over 250 knitted and crocheted blankets, made by crafters across 10 different states. As the sun sets and the night begins to draw in, local agencies dedicated with mitigating homelessness gather at the church to spread the word of the important work that they do, and the…

IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ Stylecraft Special DK (100% acrylic; 100g/295m) 1 ball of each Yarn A Grass Green (1821) Yarn B A Hint of Silver (1807) Yarn C Black (1002) Yarn D Saffron (1081) Yarn E White (1001) Yarn F Gingerbread (1806) Yarn G Silver (1203) Yarn H Spice (1711) □ A pair of 4mm needles □ A pair of 5.5mm needles □ Stitch holder □ Toy filling TENSION 22 sts and 28 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over stocking stitch using 4mm needles with single strand 14 sts and 23 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) 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 95 WHERE TO BUY □ For…

Debbie Bliss Knitwear Designer Famed for her effortlessly stylish knit creations and extensive knowledge of knitting. Rachael Prest Technical Editor Detail obsessed and a numerical master, Rachael welcomes your challenging knit questions. Jen Bartlett Technical Editor Stitch expert and technical whizz, Jen likes to tackle the trickiest of knitting problems. Christine Perry Designer Blogger and passionate sock knitter, Christine loves converting others to the joys of making socks. QUESTION OF THE MONTH COUNTDOWN TO CRIMBO Q Last year I saw knitting advent calendars all over social media but I left it too late to get my hands on one. To avoid disappointment, this year I want to purchase early. Which is the best? Robin Clockson, via instagram There is a huge amount of choice when it comes to advent calendars…

WIN PRIZES! We love a good puzzle here at Simply Knitting HQ! This issue we are giving away five sets of essential yarn accessories and wool combs as crossword prizes, courtesy of www.ponyneedles-europe.de. Also, thanks to our friends at www.scheepjes.com, we have five copies of their bookazine Yarn 13 available for sudoku winners. Once you’ve completed the puzzles, go to www.gathered.how/simplyknitting and follow the links to the giveaways to enter. Find terms and conditions at www.gathered.how/competition-terms-and-conditions. Issue 229’s competitions close on Wednesday 26 October 2022. Prizes will be posted out to the winners as soon as possible. SUDOKU TIME ISSUE 227 SOLUTI0N 5 COPIES OF SCHEEPJES’ PATTERN BOOK TO WIN! WHAT’S THE KEY WORD? ACROSS 1 Long-necked herbivore (7) 5 Hot-tasting condiment (7) 9 Speak (5) 10 Hard Swiss cheese…

TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED □ Rico Design Creative Chic-Unique Chunky (chunky, 75% acrylic, 15% wool, 10% polyamide, 200g/310m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ A pair of 5.5mm needles □ A pair of 6mm needles □ 2 stitch holders □ Cable needle (cn) 10% off! Black Sheep Wools are offering 10% off Rico Creative Chic Unique! Quote code 229RICO when you order by calling 01925 764231 or at www.blacksheepwools.com. Offer ends 26 Oct 22. TENSION 14 sts and 30 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over garter st using 6mm needles Cable panel is 7cm wide for 17 sts with 6mm needles ABBREVIATIONS C8B Slip the next 4 sts onto a cn and hold at the back, K4, then K4 from the cn C8F Slip…

EASY TO KNIT YOU WILL NEED □ Rico Luxury Super 100 Superfine Wool (DK, 100% virgin wool, 50g/165m) 1 ball of Green (009) □ A 4mm circular needle, 40cm long □ A spare 4mm needle TENSION 22 sts and 34 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over broken rib stitch using 4mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 95 MEASUREMENTS Circumference 51cm (20in) Depth 19.5cm (7¾in) WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists contact Rico at www.rico-design.de OR YOU COULD TRY… □ Laughing Hens 01829 740903 or www.laughinghens.com TOP TIP Unlike most other rib stitch patterns, broken rib is not reversible, so you won’t see the same pattern on both sides. What you do get is another great texture to use another day! BROKEN RIB STITCH HAT Cast on…

LOVE… Baby knits! Enhance their new season wardrobe with a gorgeous knit in the softest yarn – including bright buttons and lovely texture. This gorgeous wear-anywhere tunic dress is on page 11. DO… Spring clean Time for a fresh start! Sort out your stash, give your craft room a lick of fresh paint and buy a set of new stitch markers! KNIT WITH… Cotton Soft, strong and easy to care for, naturally breathable cotton creates beautifully drapey, lightweight knits that are perfect for warmer spring days.…

IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS ST ST MOSS ST 4PLY WEIGHT 3MM 41/2 MM YOU WILL NEED ■ Bergère de France, Calinou (75% acrylic, 25% polyamide, 50g/185m) ■ A pair of 3mm needles ■ A pair of 4½mm needles ■ 2 red bow buttons (ref 42538) ■ 2 badges (ref 15931) For yarn and accessory stockists contact Bergère de France www.bergeredefrance.co.uk TENSION Yarn used knits as 4ply to this tension: 27 sts and 36 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 3mm needles Yarn used knits as 4ply to this tension: 18 sts and 30 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over moss st using 4½mm needles ABBREVIATIONS Patt1 work 1 st in moss st For a full list see p95 in SK magazine How sweet is this little dress? It’s…

TIME FOR A CHALLENGE LACE 4PLY WEIGHT 23/4MM 3MM YOU WILL NEED ■ Paintbox Yarns, Cotton 4ply (100% cotton 50g/170m) 5 balls of Sea Green (21) ■ A pair of 2¾mm needles ■ A pair of 3mm needles For yarn stockists contact Love Crafts 01409 404010 www.lovecrafts.com TENSION Yarn used knits as 4ply to this tension: 22 sts and 34 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over Sea Spray pattern using 3mm needles MEASUREMENTS 37x130cm ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see p95 in SK magazine This breezy scarf is a must-have accessory for your summer wardrobe, as it will partner perfectly with a smart or casual outfit. Ideal for summer evenings when the temperature drops, the simple yet delicate stitching is great for beginners or anyone who wants to practice their…

MAKE… Hats! When the temperature drops, you can never have too many woolly hats! From beanies and bobble hats to berets and bonnets, they’re the perfect autumn accessory. You’ll find a beautiful baby hat by Amanda Jones on page 25. GO… The Knitting & Stitching Show The yarn extravaganza arrives at Ally Pally every October, with exhibitors flocking to sell their wares, and workshops and demos aplenty. Find at more at www.theknittingandstitchingshow.com. KNIT WITH… British wool Wool Week takes place in October, so there’s never a better time to support UK farmers and knit with Blue Faced Leicester, Shetland Moorit and Masham.…

IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS RIB, ST ST FAIR ISLE ARAN WEIGHT 4MM 4½MM YOU WILL NEED ■ Rico Design, Essentials Soft Merino Aran (100% Merino wool, 50g/100m) 1 ball of each: Yarn A Azalea (022) Yarn B Vanilla (034) Yarn C Dusky Pink (014) ■ A pair of 4mm needles ■ A pair of 4½mm needles ■ A set of 4½mm DPNs For yarn stockists contact Rico Design www.rico-design.de/en/home TENSION Yarn used knits as aran to this tension: 22 sts and 24 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over pattern using 4½mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see p95 of SK magazine Isn’t this the cutest little bonnet you’ve ever seen? With striking Fair Isle colourwork and a handy i-cord tie, this sweet knit is an autumn essential. It’s small and…

TRY… Colourwork Nothing says ‘Christmas’ like a chunky colourwork stocking in red and white. Whether you go for traditional colours, or something a little more modern, your family will always love to see it filled with wonderful toys and special gifts! MAKE… Decorations Create a homemade festive feel by making your own woolly baubles and topping the tree with a knitted star or angel. You could even adorn the branches with strings of coloured pompoms instead of tinsel. KNIT WITH… Baby alpaca Super soft, silky and fluffy, this fabulous fibre will keep you goosebump-free all winter long – perfect for luxurious winter accessories, wraps and cardis.…

Shopping ♥ Events ♥ Inspiration ♥ People ♥ Views RAINBOW RECYCLE Meet our latest crush, the Terrazzo Tile Jumper by Chloé Elizabeth Birch. Knitted in five vibrant shades of Scheepjes recycled Terrazzo yarn, it’s knitted in two pieces cast on at the cuffs and worked sideways to achieve the colour effects. Find the Terrazzo Tile Jumper pattern in ‘YARN – The After Party 191’. www.scheepjes.com What I’m loving… For Editor Kirstie McLeod, there’s new stripy sock yarn, autumn homeware, an early Advent calendar and more! Shades of Autumn Inspired by the tawny tones of falling leaves, Mel Harrison has designed this stunning plant pot cover or yarn bowl in the round on circular needles, using super chunky Malabrigo Rasta single-ply yarn. Fog is the background shade, while the colourful leaves…

TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED □ West Yorkshire Spinners The Croft (aran, 100% Shetland wool, 100g/166m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ A pair of 4.5mm needles □ 4.5mm circular needles, 40cm and 80-100cm long □ A pair of 5mm needles □ 6 stitch markers □ Stitch holders or waste yarn TENSION 18 sts and 24 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over reverse st st using 5mm needles 21 sts and 30 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over tiny chain rib using 4.5mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 95 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. MEANDERING LEAVES PANEL CHART TINY CHAIN RIB CHART…

Ayrshire Real Ale Festival. If I don’t have my knitting with me, nobody knows me! Linda Nagle, via Facebook In the loo at work! I was desperate to finish a gift for someone so I said I had an upset tum and kept nipping off to do a few rows. Naughty! In my defence I was young and didn’t care. Sharon Rosen, via Facebook I knitted some socks in a hospital bed. (Note: winding skeins was a nightmare… but with a nurse’s help not impossible!) Haworth, via Twitter My husband was getting some tattoos done. I went to the parlour with him and knitted. I’m an OAP and a little round for my height, so I must have hugely changed the tone of the place! Esther Hardie, via email Countless…

TAKE ON A CHALLENGE YOU WILL NEED □ DROPS Baby Merino (100% wool, 50g/175m) 1 ball of each Yarn A Chocolate (52) Yarn B Powder (44) Yarn C Sage Green (50) Yarn D Black (21) Yarn E Red (16) □ A pair of 2.25mm needles □ Two 2.25mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) for i-cord □ Stitch holders or waste yarn □ Toy filling □ Red colouring pencil □ Black embroidery thread □ 2 black safety toy eyes, 6mm diameter □ Green pipe cleaner or craft wire, 30cm long □ White pipe cleaner or craft wire, 30cm long □ 8 black beads, 6mm diameter □ A 2mm crochet hook TENSION 34 sts and 42 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over stocking stitch using 2.25mm needles MEASUREMENTS 23cm (9in) tall ABBREVIATIONS For a…

IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ Rico Creative Melange DK (53% wool, 47% acrylic, 50g/195m) For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ A pair of 4mm needles □ A pair of 5mm needles □ 6 x 2.5mm buttons from Duttons for Buttons, call 01423 502092 TENSION 16 sts and 25 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over broken rib pattern with yarn held DOUBLE using 5mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 95 WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists contact Rico at www.rico-design.de OR YOU COULD TRY… □ Laughing Hens 01829 740903 or www.laughinghens.com □ My Yarnery 023 9217 7350 or www.myyarnery.co.uk 15% off Laughing Hens are offering 15% off Rico Creative Melange DK! Quote code MELANGE15 when you order on 01829 740903 or by…

IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ DK yarn, approx 30g of main shade (Yarn A), approx 10g each of 9 different DK contrast colours □ A pair of 3.5mm needles □ A pair of 4mm needles □ Tapestry needle TENSION 26 st and 26 rows to 10x10cm (4x4in) in patt using 4mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 95 MEASUREMENTS Circumference 18.5cm (7¼in) Length 16.5cm (6½in) CHART KEY HOW TO USE OUR CHARTS Start at the bottom right-hand corner. Read right side rows from right to left and wrong side rows from left to right. A row of squares represents a row of knitting EASY WRISTWARMERS (MAKE 2) Cast on 50 stitches using 5mm needles and Yarn A. Row 1 Knit into the back of all the…

There’s always time for tea when you cast on a knit by Tea Cosy Folk. Love a seaside theme? Check out some of their other patterns! Yo-Ho-Ho… Do you know someone who prefers to be out at sea than stuck on land? This cheeky Pirate tea warmer comes with a vibrant green parrot and steering helm too! Bathing Beauty If you ‘do like to be beside the seaside’ this lovely Beach Babe in her striking red polka-dot bikini is a hilarious way to celebrate those summer memories. Yellow Submarine Beatles fans are sure to ‘twist and shout’ when you present them with this glorious yellow Submarine tea cosy, complete with blue periscope and friendly octopus. www.teacosyfolk.co.uk for more details…

IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ Paintbox Yarns Cotton Aran (100% cotton, 50g/85m) 4 balls of Yarn A Duck Egg Blue (636), 2 balls of Yarn B Lime Green (629 1 ball of each Yarn C Mustard Yellow (624) Yarn D Light Caramel (609) Yarn E Soft Fudge (610) □ A pair of 4.5mm needles □ Lining material approx 42x92cm (16½x36¼in) TENSION 18 sts and 25 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over stocking stitch using 4.5mm needles MEASUREMENTS 40cm (15¾in) wide x 45cm (17¾in) deep ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 95 CHART B CHART A KEY CHART C WHERE TO BUY □ LoveCrafts 01409 404010 or www.lovecrafts.com 20% off! LoveCrafts are offering 20% off Paintbox Cotton Aran! Quote offer code PB229 when you order. To place your…

IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ Hobbii Winter Glow (aran, 51% wool, 49% acrylic, 200g/700m), 1 ball of shade 21 □ A 5mm circular needle, 80cm long □ Stitch markers TENSION 19 sts and 26 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 5mm needles 22 sts and 40 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over patt using 5mm needles MEASUREMENTS Width along neck 150cm Length at middle 75cm ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 95 WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists contact Hobbii at www.hobbii.co.uk TEXTURED SHAWL Note The shawl is knitted from the middle of the neck down towards the tip. It is knitted on a circular needle because of the cast-ons and the many stitches at the end. There are increases on each side…

IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ King Cole Ultra Soft Chunky (100% acrylic, 100g/145m) 1 ball of Teal (4628) □ A pair of 6mm needles □ A set of 6mm double-pointed needles (DPNs) or a 6mm circular needle, 80cm long if using magic loop □ A 5.5mm circular needle, 40cm long □ A cable needle □ A stitch marker TENSION 14 sts and 20 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 6mm needles MEASUREMENTS Actual length (adjustable) 25cm (9¾in) Circumference around widest part of foot 28cm (11in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see page 95 WHERE TO BUY □ For yarn stockists contact King Cole on 01756 703670 or www.kingcole.com OR YOU COULD TRY… □ Nimble Thimbles 01793 950750 or www.nimblethimbles.co.uk CABLE SLIPPERS SLIPPERS (MAKE 2) Cast…

ISSUE 228 OCTOBER ✻ Diamond T-shirt ✻ Mosaic wall hanging ✻ Kid’s llama vest ✻ Candy-striped T-shirt ✻ Plant pot cosies ✻ Outer space mobile ✻ Men’s cable jumper Stashbuster shopper bag ✻ Labrador pup toy ✻ Handy wash bag ✻ PLUS! Scheepjes’ sweater supplement and Burda Knitting magazine ISSUE 227 SEPTEMBER ✻ Picnic T-shirt ✻ Lace headscarf ✻ Kid’s beach jumper ✻ Sandcastle tea cosy ✻ Textured baby blanket ✻ Twisted rib cardigan ✻ Benjamin Bunny ✻ Summer vehicles playset ✻ Men’s Fair Isle jumper ✻ Sunflower coasters ✻ PLUS! Burda magazine and UK Yarn Shop Guide ISSUE 226 AUGUST ✻ Butterfly-stitch jumper ✻ Beach hut peg bag ✻ Kid’s landscape jumper ✻ Rose Flower Fairy ✻ Gathered sleeve jumper ✻ Seaside KAL blanket (part 2) ✻ Lemon make-up…

A LITTLE BIT TRICKY ST ST, PICOT EYELETS, RIB DK WEIGHT 3¼MM4MM YOU WILL NEED ■ King Cole, Shine DK (97% acrylic, 3% polyester, 100g/282m) ■ A pair of 3¼mm needles ■ A pair of 4mm needles ■ A 4m m circular needle, approx 60cm long ■ 2 stitch holders For yarn stockists contact King Cole 01756 703670 www.kingcole.co.uk TENSION Yarn used knits as DK to this tension: 22 sts and 28 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 4mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see p95 in SK magazine Having trouble finding this colour? There are 5 other colours to choose from in the Shine DK range This versatile, lightweight spring sweater would look gorgeous dressed up or down – wear it with a pair of…

LOVE… Lace Pack away your chunky sweaters and go for lightweight garments with sweet lace details and looser gauges – this beautiful mint green scarf on page 19 will keep you cool all summer long. READ… Knit Yourself Calm Time to relax! This book by Betsan Corkhill and Lynne Rowe calls for nothing more complex than basic knit and purl, so it’s perfect for a spot of poolside knitting. Buy it now from www.searchpress.com or all good book stores. KNIT WITH… Bamboo Sleek, soft and wonderfully light and airy when knitted up, bamboo feels amazing next to your skin and is the fibre of choice for summer garments and baby knits.…

QUICK AND EASY ST ST I-CORD DK WEIGHT 4MM YOU WILL NEED ■ DK cotton from yarn stash, 50g of each: Yarn A Red Yarn B Green ■ DK cotton from yarn stash, small amount of: Yarn C Yellow ■ A set of 4mm DPNs ■ Small amount of washable toy stuffing ■ A split ring on a chain ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see p95 of SK magazine KEYRING Cast on 6 sts using 4mm DPNs and Yarn A, and join to work in the round. Round 1 Kfb to end of round. [12 sts] Round 2 Knit. Round 3 *Kfb, K2; rep from * to end of round. [16 sts] Round 4 Knit. Round 5 *Kfb, K3; rep from * to end of round. [20 sts] Round 6…

QUICK AND EASY LACE RIB CHUNKY WEIGHT 5MM YOU WILL NEED ■ Deramores, Studio Chunky Acrylic (100% acrylic, 100g/80m) 2 balls of Dahlia (70828) ■ A pair of 5mm needles For yarn stockists contact Lovecrafts 01409 404 010 www.lovecrafts.com TENSION Yarn used knits as chunky to this tension: 16 sts and 26 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 5mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see p95 of SK magazine Who said wellies couldn’t be glam? Not us! Going down to the allotment, tramping through fields or heading to the shops on a rainy day will all feel a bit more special with these lovely toppers. Worked in a simple leafy lace design, using a chunky merino blend, this pattern is really addictive, so you’ll be done…

IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS LACE ARAN WEIGHT 4MM 4½MM YOU WILL NEED ■ Rico Design, Essentials Soft Merino Aran (100% Merino wool, 50g/100m) 1 ball of each: Yarn A Azalea (022) Yarn B Vanilla (034) Yarn C Dusty Pink (014) ■ A pair of 4mm needles ■ A pair of 4½mm needles ■ A set of 4½mm DPNs For stockists go to rico-design.de TENSION Yarn used knits as aran to this tension: 22 sts and 24 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over patt using 4½mm needles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see p95 of SK magazine BOOTEES (MAKE 2) Cast on 3 sts using 4½mm needles and Yarn A. Row 1 (RS) K1, P1, K1. Row 2 (P1, K1) into next st, (P1, K1) into next st, P1. [5 sts] Row…

IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS ST ST FAIR ISLE DK WEIGHT 4MM YOU WILL NEED ■ Stylecraft, Special DK (100% acrylic, 100g/295m) 1 ball of each: Yarn A Cream (1005) Yarn B Lipstick (1246) ■ A pair of 4mm needles ■ A tapestry needle For yarn stockists contact Stylecraft 01535 609798 www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk TENSION Yarn used knits as DK to this tension: 22 sts and 30 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st st using 4mm needles SIZE Approx 23cm (9in) wide x 8cm (3in) tall ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see p95 in SK magazine Full of classic Scandinavian style in rich wintry colours, these little lovelies are sure to become a kitchen essential. Using simple Fair Isle motifs, this duo are challenging enough to keep you interested, but will still be…

A LITTLE BIT TRICKY FAIR ISLE ST ST CHUNKY WEIGHT 15MM YOU WILL NEED ■ Stylecraft, Special Chunky (100% acrylic, 100g/144m) 3 balls of Yarn A Lipstick (1246) 2 balls of Yarn B White (1001) ■ A set of 15mm DPNs ■ Stitch marker or contrasting waste yarn ■ Tapestry needle for grafting For yarn stockists contact Stylecraft 01535 609798 www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk TENSION Yarn used knits as chunky to this tension: 8 sts and 10 rows measure 10x10cm (4x4in) using 15mm needles over pattern with yarn used doubled SIZE 82cm long x 28cm wide (32¼in long x 11in wide) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list see p95 in SK magazine If you’ve bought a few extra presents and are in need of a new Christmas stocking to fit them all in, this…