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CORNISH STAR Stunning knitting patterns and kits are now available to support Blacker Yarns’ new Tamar yarn. Designed by Sue Blacker and Sonja Bargielowska, the patterns include a range of shawls and other accessories. The ‘Morwenstowe’ socks are worked in two soft shades and feature a cable panel, while ‘Trevithick’ is a lacy, tapered cowl. Shawls include the textured ‘Trefusis’, and ‘Gwindra’, an elegant design with a lace and cable edging (find this pattern on page 57). Tamar is a beautiful lustre yarn spun from British rare breeds including Teeswater, Wensleydale and Leicester Longwool. It has the sheen and drape which links it to its namesake river in Cornwall, and each shade is named after a tributary of the river Tamar. It’s available in DK and 4ply weights, and costs…

THIS DOLMAN_SLEEVED jumper by Pat Menchini has lace panels on the front which create a pretty, deep scalloped hemline. The deep ribbed cuffs are worked top down, giving you flexibility if you wish to alter the finished sleeve length. The garment is knitted using Sirdar’s Amalfi, which is a cotton-viscose blend spun with colourful neps. It comes in eight shades. SIZE YARN Sirdar Amalfi (DK weight; 75% cotton, 25% viscose; 110m/120yds per 50g ball) NEEDLES & ACCESSORIES 1 pair 3.25mm (UK 10/US 3) knitting needles 1 pair 4mm (UK 8/US 6) knitting needles 2 stitch holders Optional: you may wish to use 4mm circular needles, 80cm long, for the yoke section on sizes XL and 2XL TENSION 22 sts and 28 rows to 10cm over st st on 4mm needles…

THIS DOLMAN sweater has a body with an all-over lace pattern which is worked in a DK-weight yarn. Once the body is knitted, the shoulders are joined using the three-needle cast-off. Stitches are then picked up for the sleeves, which are worked in the round using a 4ply yarn. “This garment has a loose-fitting, boxy shape, with oversized sleeves in the style of Japanese kimonos,” says Anniken Allis. “Because the sleeves are worked from the top down, they can be customised to any length.” SIZE YARN NEEDLES & ACCESSORIES 1 pair 4.5mm (UK 7/US 7) knitting needles 1 set 3.5mm (UK 10-9/US 4) circular needles, 40cm long 4 removable markers 2 stitch holders TENSION 20 sts and 28 rows to 10cm over st st on 3.5mm needles using Lyonesse 4ply,…

KNITTING CONFERENCES used to have a reputation for taking place in Atlantic City or Oakland or maybe a ski resort in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula during the off season. They were rarely in what you’d call “top-tier” destinations. The hotels usually had a free airport shuttle, dreadfully slow elevators, and lobbies that smelled like a swimming pool. But when Vogue Knitting threw its hat into the event ring in 2011 with Vogue Knitting LIVE, it was a point of pride that its first show take place in the city most powerfully associated with the magazine and, in fact, with anything sporting the name Vogue: the Big Apple. We gathered for three days in early January at the Hilton Midtown between West 53rd and West 54th Street, just up from Times Square,…

About our expert Jen Arnall-Culliford is a technical knitting editor and knitwear designer with an encyclopaedic knowledge of knitting techniques ONE OF the best things about knitting your own sweaters is being able to adjust them to get the best possible fit. Whether you have a long torso, broad shoulders or very short arms, you can make hand-knitted garments work perfectly for your body. In this Masterclass, we will work through how to adjust armhole depth for three of the most common sweater constructions. This is one of the more complex adjustments you can make to a sweater, since it means you need to adapt both the armholes on the body and the sleeveheads, ensuring they will still fit together correctly. DROP-SHOULDER SWEATERS The most straightforward construction is the drop-shoulder,…

EMMA VINING Emma honed her knitwear design skills through the City & Guilds programme, and loves to combine different techniques in her patterns. Much of her inspiration comes from the V&A Museum in London. This month, she has created a chic summer top with an unusual construction and dramatic short-row stripes. Turn to page 70. JEN ARNALL_CULLIFORD Technical editor Jen works with top designers such as Kate Davies, Susan Crawford, Gudrun Johnston and Rachel Coopey. She’s also a designer in her own right, and has an in-depth knowledge of knitting techniques. In her latest Masterclass, she explains how to adjust the armhole depth on your sweater projects, on page 80. PAT MENCHINI Pat is a prolific designer whose work regularly appears in many of the UK’s top knitting magazines, including…

FANCY THE idea of getting some serious knitting time in? We know we do! What could be better than sharing a holiday with like-minded souls, taking time to knit, seeing some gorgeous sights, and perhaps learning some new skills along the way? This year, we are very excited to be working with Arena Travel on several holidays – see below for details. The trips to Yarndale and to Florence will have both knitting and crochet tutors (I’m so looking forward to being the knitting tutor!), so why not bring a friend? (It’ll be fun for you both and save on single supplements too!) Come and join us – book your place today!…

CHANNEL THE spirit of the seaside with this cabled sweater for men by Martin Storey. His design features a large, central cable panel edged with smaller rope cables, while the sides and sleeves are worked in Irish moss stitch to create a cosy textured fabric. Martin has used Rowan’s Softknit Cotton yarn, which gives good drape and stitch definition. It’s machine-washable on a cool setting, and is available in a wide choice of muted, sun-bleached shades. SIZE YARN Rowan Softknit Cotton (DK weight; 92% cotton, 8% polyamide; 105m/115yds per 50g ball) NEEDLES & ACCESSORIES 1 pair 4mm (UK 8/US 6) knitting needles 1 pair 4.5mm (UK 7/US 7) needles Cable needle (cn) Stitch holders TENSION 22 sts and 30 rows to 10cm meas over Irish moss st using 4.5mm needles.…

Star letter Family history I was so pleased and surprised to see my mother-in-law, Jane Koster, mentioned in your ‘New Horizons’ article in Issue 92. Her 1940s book Knitting for All - Illustrated inspired your featured designer, Liza Hollinghurst. I have a number of grandma’s books. Lots of the garments are a bit impractical (bathing suits and camisole vests!) and often knitted on finer needles in 3ply wool. I myself grew up on a Highland croft where we had sheep. My mother had a spinning wheel, preparing and dyeing her own wool. We children gathered lichen off the rocks - it produced a rich golden yellow. Katherine Koster Plockton, Rossshire Katherine wins a copy of Splendid Apparel by Anna Zilboorg (XRX Books, £16.99) Intricate shawls I saw reader Vicki’s letter…

WITH ITS pretty little cap sleeves worked in a lacy ridge pattern, this V-necked top by Katya Frankel has a vintage feel. The seamless design is worked from the top down, with raglan sleeves and waist shaping. The front neck is lowered with short rows to ensure a comfortable fit; the neckband is knitted on after the body is finished. Katya has used Debbie Bliss’s new Cotton Denim DK yarn, which is dyed in a range of denim-effect blue and sorbet shades that knit up into a fabric with a subtle, washed-out effect. SIZE YARN TENSION 22 sts and 28 rows to 10cm over st st on 4mm needles YARN STOCKISTS Debbie Bliss c/o Designer Yarns 01535 664222 www.designeryarns.uk.com For general abbreviations, see p95 KEY CHARTS NEEDLES & ACCESSORIES 1…

LISA RICHARDSON’S playful socks bring back memories of 1980s slouch socks among those of us of a certain age! A simple pattern of knit and purl rounds creates the three-dimensional effect; the textured pattern continues down the foot, and is paired with a slip stitch heel. Lisa has knitted her socks in Rowan’s Fine Art sock yarn, a handdyed blend of wool, nylon, silk and mohair that comes in both self-striping and subtly blended colourways. SIZE YARN YARN STOCKISTS Rowan 01484 681881 www.knitrowan.com NEEDLES 1 set 2.5mm (UK 13-12/US 1-2) double-pointed needles (DPNs), or circular needles, 80cm long, if using Magic Loop method 2 stitch markers TENSION 32 sts and 42 rounds to 10cm over patt st on 2.5mm needles, after pressing. 32 sts and 73 rounds to 10cm over…

“MY SUMMER top is knitted using short rows to make a series of parallel and angled lines,” says Emma Vining. The main body is knitted sideways, with full-length stripes and short-row sections; the lines of knitting are emphasised by contrasting shades. The garter stitch edgings at the side openings and the lower edge are created when knitting this section sideways. After knitting the body sideways, the upper part of the top is picked up from the side/top of the body. The neck and shoulders are also worked in short rows and stripes. After joining the shoulder seams, the cap sleeves are picked up and worked in short rows. SIZE YARN NEEDLES & ACCESSORIES 1 pair 3.25mm (UK 10/US 3) knitting needles 1 pair 3.75mm (UK 9/US 5) knitting needles Tapestry…

SIZE 22cm x 31cm (8¾in x 12¼in) YARN UK Alpaca Superfine DK (DK weight; 75% alpaca, 25% wool; 112m/122yds per 50g ball) 1 x 50g ball of each: A Chocolate B Wine C Yellow Ochre D Sapphire NEEDLES & ACCESSORIES 1 set 4mm (UK 8/US 6) circular needles, 40cm long 1 set 3.5mm (UK 10-9/US 4) circular needles, 40cm long Stitch markers 2m of DK-weight cotton waste yarn 4mm (UK 8/US G/6) crochet hook Tapestry needle to weave in ends Optional for button and loop closure: Two 3mm (UK 11/US 2-3) double-pointed needles (DPNs) for i-cord loop 1 button TENSION 22 sts and 27 rows to 10cm over Fair Isle patt on 4mm needles YARN STOCKISTS UK Alpaca 01884 243579 www.ukalpaca.com CHARTS KEY For general abbreviations, see p95 DESIGNED TO…

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THE FABRIC on Mary Henderson’s tank top features tiny diamonds of colour in graduating shades of blue and cream, paired with delicate Fair Isle motifs in red and pink. The garment has a decidedly traditional feel, with its cropped length and edgings of corrugated ribbing. It’s worked in the round, incorporating sections of steek stitches which are then cut to form the neck and arm openings. Mary has used Jamieson & Smith’s classic Jumperweight Shetland wool. SIZE NEEDLES & ACCESSORIES 2 sets 3mm (UK 11/US 2-3) circular needles, 40cm and 60cm long 2 sets 3.25mm (UK 10/US 3) circular needles, 40cm and 60cm long 1 set of 3.25mm (UK 10/US 3) double-pointed needles (DPNs), optional 3.5mm (UK 9/US E/4) crochet hook Tapestry needle Stitch holders 7 stitch markers YARN Jamieson…

SARAH HATTON’S loose, lacy cardigan design is pretty yet relaxed. Fastened by a single button, it’s ideal for layering over summer dresses and blouses, and will suit all figures. Sarah has used an attractive lace and mock cable stitch pattern for the body, paired with a moss stitch panel across the shoulders. The garment is knitted in Rowan’s new spring-summer yarn, Softyak; this is a blend of cotton, yak fibre and nylon which has a lovely soft handle. It’s available in 14 sophisticated shades. SIZE YARN Rowan Softyak DK (DK weight; 76% cotton, 9% nylon, 15% yak; 135g/148yds per 50g ball) NEEDLES & ACCESSORIES 1 pair 4mm (UK 8/US 6) knitting needles 1 x 18mm button Stitch markers TENSION 21 sts and 38 rows to 10cm over moss st on…

1. Stranded Dyeworks Based on the Sussex coast, Stranded Dyeworks specialises in creating exquisitely hand dyed yarn across a whole spectrum of colours, from subtle semi solids to vibrant variegates. Our aim is to create yarn we’re passionate about, so you can create projects that you’re passionate about. 07584 486658 strandeddyeworks@gmail.com www.strandeddyeworks.co.uk 2. Perran Yarns Perran Yarns are an artisan brand of luxury yarns from the Cornish coast. e softest base yarns are individually kettle-dyed, handpainted or dip-dyed in vibrant colourways in tune with the seasons. Pictured is 4ply silk seacell yarn in colourway ‘Ripples In e Sand’ – seacell is derived from seaweed! Yarns can be purchased online and use discount code ‘KNITLUX’ at checkout for 20% discount on purchases over £12. www.sixskeins.etsy.com 3. The Rainy Apple Shoppe The…

We asked… What knitting projects are entertaining you right now? “Rosenkonigin by Herbert Niebling” chris vtknitboy @vtknitboy “Diamond panel felted slippers by Arne & Carlos using New Lanark wool” Gloria Currie @GlowsCrafts “I’m knitting Pema by Marie Wallin with gorgeous Rowan Softyak - divine!” Alison Craven @KnittingPins “Ziggy T-shirt by Wool and the Gang is keeping me on my toes and helping me look forward to better weather” Charlotte Hennessey @CourtSnoozer “I’m finishing up Debbie Bliss’s Blackberry Stitch Cardigan in Angel” Amber Weinberg @amberweinberg “Nearly finished the Madison poncho by Martin Storey, a birthday present for my daughter.” Janette Smith @c12fcb4dbc6b42a “Drooling over shawl patterns. Actively working on a preemie hat, a pullover for a three-year-old, and a scarf.” Lizzi Campbell @lizzibc “A jumper for myself, Breakwater by Cecily Glowik…

THIS SHAWL by Sonja Bargielowska is designed to showcase the new Tamar yarn from Blacker, a blend of lustre wool and Cornish Mule wool. Sonja has worked her shawl in an undyed pale grey shade, combined with a narrow stripe of blue. “This pattern has a knitted-on edging featuring a cable and lace motif,” says Sonja. “With this amount of yarn you will be able to play around with the colour work a little and add more stripes of the contrast, or knit the edging in the contrast, if desired.” SIZE Wingspan: 183cm (72in) Depth (including edging): 61cm (24in) Measurements are after blocking YARN Blacker Yarns Tamar (4ply weight; 70% lustre wool, 30% Cornish Mule wool; 350m/380yds per 100g skein) A Gwindra; 2 x 100g skeins B Penpol; 1 x…

SIZE YARN Bergère de France Coton Fifty (Sport/baby weight; 50% cotton, 50% acrylic; 140m/153yds per 50g ball) NEEDLES & ACCESSORIES 1 pair 2.5mm (UK 13-12/US 1-2) knitting needles 1 pair 3mm (UK 11/US 2-3) knitting needles Stitch holders 5 transparent press fasteners TENSION 26 sts and 37 rows to 10cm over st st on 3mm needles YARN STOCKISTS Bergère de France www.bergeredefrance.co.uk For general abbreviations, see p95 BLOCKING DIAGRAM WORKED IN blue and white stripes, this lightweight baby romper suit encapsulates the style of the classic Breton jumper. The short legs are worked first, then joined at the gusset to work the body and raglan shaping. It’s finished with little sleeves and stretchy garter stitch edgings, and snap fastenings on the back and between the legs. The pattern calls for…

SIZE YARN NEEDLES & ACCESSORIES 1 set 4mm (UK 8/US 6) double-pointed needles (DPNs) 1 set 4mm (UK 8/US 6) circular needles, 80cm long 1 set 5mm (UK 6/US 8) DPNs 1 set 5mm (UK 6/US 8) circular needles, 80cm long Cable needle (cn) 7 x 20mm buttons Stitch markers Stitch holders TENSION 17 sts and 22 rows to 10cm DROPS Design over st st on 4mm needles BLOCKING DIAGRAM YARN STOCKISTS DROPS c/o Wool Warehouse 01926 882 818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk SPECIAL ABBREVIATIONS Cable inc: Slip next 3 sts onto cn and hold at back of work, K2, KFB, KFB in first st from cn, K2 from cn. Cable dec: Slip next 4 sts onto cn and hold at back of work, K2, K2tog, K2tog first 2 sts on cn, K2…

Abbreviations alt alternate approx approximately beg beginning cn cable needle cont continue dc double crochet (US single crochet) dec decrease (work two stitches together) DK double knitting DPN double-pointed needle dtr double treble (US treble crochet) est established foll following inc increase K knit KFB knit into front and back of stitch K2tog knit the next two stitches together kwise knitwise meas measures M1 make one (inc 1 stitch) M1L Left leaning increase. With left needle tip, lift strand between needles from front to back. Knit lifted loop through back of loop M1R Right leaning increase. With left needle tip, lift strand between needles from back to front. Knit lifted loop through front of loop MB make a bobble mrk marker P purl patt pattern(s) PB place bead PFB purl…

ELEGANTLY SIMPLE, this summer top by Jenny Watson for Noro showcases a beautiful self-striping yarn. It’s knitted in Noro’s new Mirai cotton blend, which contains silk and viscose which make the dye colours look particularly vivid, plus a hint of polyamide to provide strength and durability. Jenny’s design has a deep ribbed lower edge, a wide boat neckline, and a lacy eyelet panel on the centre front. It’s knitted in two pieces, with the armhole and neck borders knitted on to the body. SIZE YARN NEEDLES & ACCESSORIES 1 pair 4mm (UK 8/US 6) knitting needles 1 pair 3.25mm (UK 10/US 3) knitting needles. Stitch holder Locking stitch markers TENSION 22 sts and 30 rows to 10cm over st st using 4mm needles YARN STOCKISTS Noro c/o Designer Yarns 01535…