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Autumn is an exciting time for knitters, as we explore the new-season yarns and plan the cosy knits we want to cast on. To inspire you, this issue is packed with lovely layers featuring luxurious yarns, unusual constructions and elegant stitch patterns. From chic Fair Isle, in the shape of Pat Strong’s modern dress, to sophisticated textures from Sarah Hatton, Tanja Murray, Jo Allport and Marjan Hammink, there are styles and techniques to suit every knitter. HAPPY KNITTING! from The Knitter team Autumn essentials Must-have shawls, sweaters, socks and more…

Wild beauty Inspired by the landscapes of the Lake District, ‘Fell Garth II’ is a collection of elegant patterns for women www.thefibreco.com ARTIST’S PALETTE Until now, Erika Knight’s British Blue yarn had only been available in 25g balls. Fans of this gorgeous Bluefaced Leicester wool - and its sumptuous colour palette - will be delighted to hear that it is now sold in 100g hanks, too. To celebrate, there is a new collection of patterns for men and women, designed by Erika, Emma Wright, and Jeanette Sloan. They have been influenced by Charleston, the spiritual home of the Bloomsbury Group. Pattern leaflets include ‘Molly’, a feminine sweater with trellis lace panels and frilled shoulders. ‘Angelica’ is an A-line sweater with a patchwork of cable and Aran stitches, and ‘Dora’ is a…

The latest seasonal pattern magazine from Rowan has made a big impression on us! We particularly love the ‘Kinship’ collection, which was inspired by Rowan’s roots in the Yorkshire Dales. Dominated by loose, comfortable shapes and intricate stitches, it has 22 spectacular designs for women. ‘Foss’ is an oversized cable sweater with matching snood, knitted in the super-cosy Kid Classic yarn. There are elegant cable jumpers from Martin Storey, and a range of textured coats. Colourwork fans will love the patterning of the ‘Gransmoor’ Fair Isle jumper, the graphic look of the ‘Greenwood’ tunic, and the smart ‘Fishlake’ jumper by Marie Wallin. Magazine 62 also includes 19 sophisticated patterns for workwear and evenings out. ‘Dawn Till Dusk’ includes softly textured sweaters using Kidsilk Haze and Fine Lace, draping cardigans and…

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SIZE Bag: 35cm x 40cm (13¾in x 15¾in) Phone case: 9cm x 18cm (3½in x 7in) YARN DROPS Paris (Aran weight; 100% cotton; 75m/82yds per 50g ball) A Dark Turquoise (10); 5 x 50g balls B White (16); 4 x 50g balls NEEDLES & ACCESSORIES 1 pair 4mm (UK 8/US 6) knitting needles Lining fabric Cord and bead or toggle for phone case TENSION 22 sts and 27 rows to 10cm over patt on 4mm needles YARN STOCKISTS DROPS c/o Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk For general abbreviations, see p81 THIS SHOULDER bag by Helen Ardley is a great size for everyday shopping, and is big enough to hold A4-sized books and papers. Helen has created a matching phone case, too, which could also be used as a case for…

SIZE YARN Wollmeise Sockenwolle 80 /20 Twin (4ply weight; 80% merino wool, 20% nylon; 466m/510yds per 150g skein) Mont Blanc; 1 x 150g skein Note: This yarn is only available in the UK from the Loop shop in London. It could be substituted with other superwash merino/ nylon sock yarn, although be careful to check the yardage, as Sockenwolle comes in 466m/150g skeins. A good alternative would be Sweet Georgia Tough Love Sock - 2 x 100g skeins would be required. It is available from the following UK stockists: www.loveknitting.com (0845 544 2196) www.ayarnstory.co.uk (01225 429239) www.purlescence.co.uk (01865 600330) www.tangled-yarn.co.uk (0161 217 0858) NEEDLES & ACCESSORIES 2.5mm (UK 13-12/US 1-2) double-pointed needles, or circular needles, 80cm long, if using the Magic Loop method Stitch markers (1 in a unique colour…

IN LAST month’s Masterclass, we looked at adding length to a garment once it had been cast off. This time, we are going to look at adding width. Before you begin, undo the side seams of your sweater, and block any garment pieces if required. Bear in mind that any width added to the body will also need to be added to the sleeve (and vice versa) in order for the sleeve cap to fit in to the armhole. For example, if width is added to the body only, the armhole will be too wide for the original sleeve to fit into. If both the sleeves and the body on the original garment are too narrow, then a strip the same width can simply be added to both pieces. However,…

To advertise in The Knitter Boutique please contact Jordana Widt on 0117 300 8539 or Chris Gibson on 0117 300 8109 SOUTH WEST Spin A Yarn www.spinayarndevon.co.uk customerservices@spinayarndevon.co.uk 01626 836203 Exciting and unusual yarns from around the world. Rare and Touch yarns from NZ, Rowan, Debbie Bliss, Noro, Arctic Qiviut, Malabrigo, Mirasol, Araucania and Juniper Moon. 26 Fore Street, Bovey Tracey, Devon TQ13 9AD ONLINE John Arbon Textiles www.jarbon.com info@jarbon.com 01598 752490 British manufacturers of luxury yarns and tops... from VIOLA to ALPACA SUPREME to KNIT BY NUMBERS, etc. Based in Devon, we are one of the few worsted processing and spinning mills still operating in Britain. NORTH EAST/ONLINE Fine Fettle Fibres www.finefettlefibres.uk judith@finefettlefibres.uk 01670 600001 Specialising in British and Fair Trade yarns in natural fibres, Fine Fettle Fibres also…

Pat Strong Pat learnt her knitting and crochet skills from her grandmother, and loves to pass on her knowledge to others through her patterns, which she creates for magazines including Simply Knitting and Simply Crochet. Her first design for us is a fun Fair Isle dress, on page 8. Jo Allport As well as designing for yarn brands such as Noro, Lotus, West Yorkshire Spinners and Araucania, Jo sells her own patterns through Ravelry, and also creates projects for many of the UK’s knitting magazines. Her delicate jumper with lace details can be found on page 47. Amanda Jones With her passion for texture, Amanda creates beautiful designs that celebrate the endless possibilities of the knitted stitch. This month, we have a stunning shawl, which combines colour, lace and brioche,…

Aymara is a luscious new baby alpaca yarn from Debbie Bliss, available in a choice of 16 natural colours and warm dyed shades. To complement her new DK-weight, Debbie has created a book of 10 patterns showcasing Aymara’s colours and gorgeous softness. For women, there’s a stunning lopi-style sweater, an Aran-inspired jumper with honeycomb textures, a neat little cable cardigan, and an A-line cable jumper. Accessories include a long cowl with simple colourwork patterns, and a Fair Isle scarf. Debbie has provided two handsome designs for men: a striped sweater with braided cables, and a colour-block jumper featuring a smart herringbone texture. Children aren’t forgotten, either. There’s a comfortable striped jumper with a small collar and buttoned raglan opening, plus a pretty cardigan with Fair Isle details. £7.95; for stockists,…

1. Willow Knits Willow Knits, independent artisan dyers, specialise in silk, with the top quality yarns available both online and at UK shows. Yarns are available in worsted, lace and, new for 2017, 4ply weights and come in 100g skeins or cakes, plus mini-skeins, all hand-dyed with care. ?ere is an extensive range of colours and custom orders are gladly considered. willowknits.etsy.com 2. Perran Yarns Perran Yarns are an artisan brand of luxury yarns hand-dyed in Cornwall. ?e softest base yarns are individually kettle-dyed, handpainted or dip-dyed in beautiful wearable colourways. Kits also available. Pictured is Chunky Baby Alpaca in shade ‘Sunset Party’ inspired by Perranporth beach sunsets. 20% discount code ‘PERRAN’ (orders over £10) perranyarns.etsy.com 3. Handmade Studios For Knitters and Crocheters who love fine yarn, we are Handmade…

SIZE YARN Rico Fashion Silk Blend (DK weight; 45% cotton, 45% silk, 10% polyamide; 220m/241yds per 50g ball) NEEDLES & ACCESSORIES 1 pair 3.25mm (UK 10/US 3) knitting needles 1 pair 4.5mm (UK 7/US 7) knitting needles 1 pair 5mm (UK 6/US 8) knitting needles Stitch holder 2 small buttons 4mm crochet hook TENSION 20 sts and 30 rows to 10cm over pattern on 4.5mm needles For general abbreviations, see p81 BLOCKING DIAGRAM YARN STOCKISTS Rico Design www.rico-design.co.uk INSPIRED BY 1950s styles, Pat Menchini has created this soft and feminine blouse. It features a little collar, a buttoned opening at the back neck, short sleeves, and a pretty stitch motif. “The 12-row lace pattern is quite simple to memorise, with four of the lace rows repeated and all wrong-side rows…

SIZE YARN Rowan Softyak (DK weight; 76% cotton, 15% yak, 9% nylon; 135m/148yds per 50g ball) NEEDLES & ACCESSORIES 1 pair 3.25mm (UK 10/US 3) knitting needles 1 pair 4mm (UK 8/US 6) knitting needles Stitch holders TENSION 22 sts and 30 rows to 10cm over st st on 4mm needles YARN STOCKISTS Rowan Yarns 01484 950630 www.knitrowan.com This pattern also appears in Little Rowan Explorers, a collection of nine designs for children aged 3-8 years by Martin Storey. For stockist details, call 01484 950630 or visit www.knitrowan.com. CHART BLOCKING DIAGRAM DESIGNED BY Martin Storey, this animal pullover will be perfect for your little explorer! The round-neck design features a tiger motif on the front, which is worked using the intarsia technique. The pullover is knitted in Rowan’s Softyak DK,…

ALTERKNIT STITCH DICTIONARY KNITTERS WON’T fail to be inspired and enthused by this fantastic stitch dictionary! It’s a collection of 200 motifs developed by popular knitting designer Andrea Rangel in partnership with her artist husband, Sean. Their fresh and playful approach to colourwork has resulted in an array of original, modern patterns that will be a delight to use in your knitting. Many of the repeat motifs will produce a subtly patterned fabric that you’ll want to use all over a sweater. There are myriad ripples, zigzags, diamonds and checks to choose from, along with swirls, intricate filigree, and woven-effect patterns. Other motifs are fun and fabulous enough to use as highlight details on your socks or hats. Animals play a starring role - how about a yoked sweater decorated…

THE BENEFITS of alpaca yarn are well known: the scales in alpaca fleece lay flatter than those of sheep’s wool, making it softer against the skin; alpaca fleece doesn’t contain any lanolin, either, so it avoids issues with wool allergies. As alpaca is a hollow fibre, it’s warmer than wool, and it wicks away water, making it almost waterproof. Alpacas are also gentle and attractive animals, so if you’ve wondered about keeping alpacas as pets, and using their fleece to spin and knit with, we’ve got some advice on what to consider. There are two breeds of alpaca, the Huacaya and the Suri. The most common by far is the Huacaya, which has a dense fleece that grows outwards. The Suri fleece is different, growing downwards in corkscrew spirals. Because…

SIZE YARN NEEDLES & ACCESSORIES 3.5mm (UK 10-9/US 4) circular needles, 80cm long 1 set 3.5mm (UK 10-9/US 4) doublepointed needles (DPNs) 4mm (UK 8/US 6) circular needles, 80cm long 1 set 4mm (UK 8/US 6) double-pointed needles (DPNs) Stitch markers and stitch holders 6 (6:6:7:7:7) buttons TENSION 21 sts and 28 rows to 10cm over st st on 4mm needles YARN STOCKISTS DROPS Design c/o Wool Warehouse 01926 882 818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk For general abbreviations, see p81 THIS LIGHT cardigan has a top-down construction, starting with the back shoulder pieces, which are joined to knit the yoke and then worked together with the fronts. The array of lace stitch patterns is showcased beautifully in this DK-weight cotton-blend yarn from DROPS, which comes in 24 shades. PATTERN NOTES Work cast-ons at…

HUNTER HAMMERSEN is perhaps best known for her beautiful sock patterns, but she also loves to design shawls and other accessories. She writes and publishes her own knitting books through her wonderfully named Pantsville Press website. Who taught you to knit? “I confess my early forays into knitting were rather solitary. I didn’t know anyone who knitted, and wasn’t at all aware of the larger knitting community (this was back in the very early 2000s). I bought a book, some horrible yarn and completely inappropriate needles, and jumped in. It didn’t go particularly well, and I swore off knitting twice before I figured out what I was doing. But somehow I kept coming back, and eventually it stuck!” Do you have a favourite artist, writer, poet or musician who inspires…

AMANDAJONESis oneofourmost popular designers. Her innovative use of stitch patterns means that her designs are always entertaining to knit. Amanda has been busy designing patterns for yarn companies and magazines since the 1980s. These days, however, sheadmitsshe'snot so prolific as she used to be. "I had cancer last year, and it made me assess my work-life balance," she says. "Idecidedldidn'twanttobeso deadline-driven, always rushing to get things finished. Nowadays, Itend to focus on just one or two designs, and I only work on things that! really want to design." Her latest pattern for us is the gorgeous 'Hampstead' shawl in this supplement, which combines lace, brioche and garter stitch stripes. It's partly thanks to her illness that this design came about, as Amanda explains: "Knitting was the thing that kept me…

SIZE YARN Rowan Felted Tweed (DK weight; 50% merino wool, 25% alpaca, 25% viscose; 175m/191yds per 50g ball) NEEDLES & ACCESSORIES 3.75mm (UK 10/US 3) circular needles, 80cm long 3.75mm (UK 10/US 3) circular needles, 100cm long Set of 3.75mm (UK 10/US 3) double-pointed needles (DPNs) for neck, if not using Magic Loop method Stitch markers, including four locking stitch markers TENSION 23 sts and 30 rows to 10cm over st st on 3.75mm needles YARN STOCKISTS Rowan 01484 950630 www.knitrowan.com For general abbreviations, see p81 BLOCKING DIAGRAM CHART KEY WORKED IN the round from the bottom up, this tunic dress has a simple geometric pattern of diamonds and triangles, worked using the stranded colourwork technique. “It would be a good project for knitters looking to practise and improve their…

MORE EASY FAIRISLE KNITS Martin Storey These colourful, modern projects from Martin Storey will make perfect gifts this festive season. The 13 patterns include phone and tablet cases, cushions and throws, cowls and scarves, and a neat slipover top for women. All feature charming motifs, such as hearts, owls, rabbits, and little boats and cottages. The ‘Counting Sheep’ throw will be a must-have for any knitter! £9.99, Rowan SWAY Kim Hargreaves The 21 women’s designs in this book all have a nautical touch, and feature feminine yet relaxed shapes, with simple lace and textural details. There are cardigans, sweaters and vests to choose from, all of which have the timeless appeal to become wardrobe essentials. The patterns are sized to fit busts of 32in-43in, and are worked in cotton, denim…

20 September Cleethorpes Brioche Workshop www.agoodyarn.co.uk 01472 508707 21 September Saffron Walden Intarsia and Duplicate Stitch www.craft-days.co.uk 01799 218429 23 September Ipswich Mosaic Knitting www.jennywrensyarns.co.uk 01473 805208 23 September Bridport Continental Style Knitting Techniques www.bridportyarn.co.uk 01308 455669 23-24 September Skipton Yarndale www.yarndale.co.uk 01756 770323 24 September Edinburgh Double Knitting – an introduction www.gingertwiststudios.com 07599 479445 24 September Edinburgh Steeking and Finishing your Fair Isle Knitting with Confidence https://beinspiredfibres.wordpress.com/ 0131 629 2059 28 Sept Wooler, Northumberland Shetland Lace Knitting www.sheeptales.org.uk 29 September Bovey Tracey Modular Knits with Claire Crompton www.spinayarndevon.co.uk 01626 836203 1 October Marthall, Cheshire Cheshire Fibre Festival https://agrarianartisan.com/cheshirefibre- festival-2017-creativity/ 1 October London Brioche Basics with Renee Callahan www.wildandwoollyshop.co.uk 020 8985 5231 5 October Warrington Professional Finishing Techniques www.blacksheepwools.com 01925 764231 8 October Bath Hat Design Masterclass with Woolly Wormhead…

LAST YEAR at Yarndale, a family visited my stand and got chatting about sheep, fleece and the price of wool. As we exchanged business cards, I was surprised to see the name of my father, John Atkinson, printed on it - and so I had met another shepherd called John Atkinson! Together, John and his partner Maria tend Nibthwaite Grange Farm in the Lake District. John is the sixth-generation owner, although his farming family can be traced back to when local records began some 600 years ago, to within three miles of the current farm. In contrast, Maria is a relative newcomer, having joined John full time on the farm four years ago. Nibthwaite Grange is mainly a beef and sheep farm focussing on conservation grazing, and so John and…

SIZE YARN Rowan Softyak DK (DK weight; 76% cotton, 15% yak, 9% nylon; 135m/148yds per 50g ball) NEEDLES & ACCESSORIES 1 pair 3.25mm (UK 10/US 3) knitting needles 1 pair 4mm (UK 8/US 6) knitting needles Stitch holders Stitch markers TENSION 22 sts and 30 rows to 10cm over st st on 4mm needles YARN STOCKISTS Rowan 01484 950630 www.knitrowan.com For general abbreviations, see p81 BLOCKING DIAGRAM CHARTS KEY SARAH HATTON’S latest design could become your new everyday sweater! It has a gorgeously soft and warm fabric, thanks to the use of Rowan’s cotton-yak blend, Softyak DK. The relaxed-fit, round-neck sweater is decorated on the front with a band of diamonds and a central panel of lace leaves, highlighted by diagonal lines of eyelets running from the shoulders to the…

SIZE YARN NEEDLES & ACCESSORIES 1 pair 3.25mm (UK 10/US 3) knitting needles 1 pair 3.5mm (UK 9-10/US 4) knitting needles 4 stitch holders TENSION 25 sts and 35 rows to 10cm over st st on 3.5mm needles. 22-st repeat in Lace Panel measures 7.8cm wide, using 3.25mm needles. YARN STOCKISTS Louisa Harding c/o Designer Yarns 01535 664222 www.designeryarns.uk.com For general abbreviations, see p81 BLOCKING DIAGRAM “SHAPED HEMS are always interesting to wear and knit,” says designer Jo Allport. “This jumper uses short rows to create the effect, and is finished off with a lovely lace yoke.” Jo’s design has a wide, off-the-shoulder shape, with a raglan construction; it is sized to fit busts of 32in to 50in. It has been knitted in Louisa Harding’s Pittura yarn, a blend of…

SIZE Length: 134cm (52¾in) Depth: 54cm (21¼in) YARN The Knitting Swede Charisma (4ply weight; 55% superwash Bluefaced Leicester wool, 45% silk; 400m/437yds per 100g skein) A Mink; 1 x 100g skein B Sable; 1 x 100g skein NEEDLES & ACCESSORIES 4mm (UK 8/US 6) circular needles, 100cm long 6 stitch markers TENSION 20 sts and 30 rows to 10cm over st st on 4mm needles YARN STOCKISTS The Knitting Swede www.theknittingswede.co.uk SPECIAL ABBREVIATIONS Flower Stitch: Slip 1 st to right needle and drop the next 2 ‘wraps’ = one elongated st; repeat 4 more times. Wrap yarn around elongated sts twice (from the back across the front and to the back – twice). M1N: Make nupp. Knit into the st, leaving it on the left-hand needle, (yo, knit into the…

SIZE YARN NEEDLES & ACCESSORIES 3.75mm (UK 9/US 5) circular needles, 40cm and 80cm long 2 stitch markers Stitch holder Smooth waste yarn 6 x 20mm buttons TENSION 22 sts and 28 rows to 10cm over st st using 3.75mm needles YARN STOCKISTS Elsebeth Lavold c/o Love Knitting 0845 544 2196 www.loveknitting.com SPECIAL ABBREVIATIONS MB: Make buttonhole. See instructions below. DS: Double stitch. On RS, move yarn to front between needles, Sl 1, move yarn to back over needle; on WS, Sl 1, move yarn to back over needle, move yarn to front between needles. For general abbreviations, see p81 BLOCKING DIAGRAM “GERMAN SHORT ROWS SHAPE THE SHOULDERS AND CURVED HEMS” BOXY AND swingy, this design by Jennifer Dassau uses German short rows to shape the shoulders below the textured…

COMBINING LACE, brioche stitch and garter stitch stripes, finished with a pretty knitted-onlace edging, this spectacular shawl is sure to entertain keen knitters. It will be a treat to wear, too, thanks to its deep, semi-circular shape that wraps around the shoulders beautifully. Designed for us by Amanda Jones, it is worked in three shades of CoopKnits Socks Yeah! 4plyyarn SIZE Width: 234cm {92in), after blocking Depth: 74cm {29in), after blocking YARN CoopKnits Socks Yeah! (4ply weight; 75% superwash merino wool, 25% nylon; 212m/231yds per sog skein) A Ruby (116); 3 x sog skeins B Danburite (105); 2 x SOg skeins C Chryso (108); 2 x sog skeins NEEDLES & ACCESSORIES 3.75mm {UK 9/US s) circular needles, at least 100c:m long 1 x 3.75mm (UK 9/US s) double-pointed needle (DPN)…