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Penelope Hemingway Historian Penelope enjoys uncovering stories of knitters from earlier eras, and she brings us a fascinating article about the iconic ‘gansey collector’ Gladys Thompson on p46. She has also designed a brand-new gansey for our special supplement. Jacinta Bowie Having begun her career working for Hayfield, Jacinta is now a freelance knitwear designer who collaborates with yarn companies and magazines. We have two designs from Jacinta this month: a cabled hat on p63 and a summery lace top on p8. Caroline Birkett Caroline has a degree in textile design and a postgraduate diploma in knitwear design, and is formerly head of design for a luxury knitwear brand. Turn to p48 to find her chic ‘Zinnia’ slip stitch top, and p26 for her ‘Canna Lily’ textured sock design. Outi…

This collection of two-tone knits from Kate Davies celebrates the contrast between darkness and illumination. Kate’s 14 delightful designs feature striking colourwork and textures, interesting construction techniques and clever details. The book includes two yoked designs: ‘Sun Pillars’, with its graphic colourwork yoke, and ‘Lilias Day’ with Selbu-inspired floral garlands. ‘Blue Monk’ features an all-over diamond colourwork pattern in blue and white, and ‘Clair’ has deep bands of graphic colourwork paired with a plush half-twisted rib fabric. There’s a fun, multi-directional cardigan with a bold lace panel on the back, a chunky lace sweater, a smock-style pullover with a useful front pocket, and a deep ‘dicky’ style cowl with a rhythmic twisted rib pattern. Smaller projects include a colourwork hat, mittens and slippers, and the ‘Fleero’ shawl which combines simple…

Q I hate weaving in loose ends. Is there a way to avoid the process? A One of our favourite ways is to felt the ends of the yarn. Sometimes referred to as ‘spit-splicing’, the idea is to moisten both old and new ends of yarn (using water or spit) and felt the two ends into one, by rubbing your palms together and creating friction. Note that this technique will only work with yarns that are at least 70% wool; acrylic and cotton will not felt. 1 To prepare the yarns, pull apart the plied ends and graduate the lengths of them over about 15cm. Moisten them and lay both yarns across the palm of your hand in opposite directions. 2 Rub your palms together quickly to join the two…

MODE AT ROWAN Cotton DK Shade pictured Latte (012) Ball weight/length 50g/106m Needle size 4mm (UK 8/US 6) Tension 22 sts and 28 rows to 10cm Fibre content 100% cotton Care Machine wash 40°C RRP £4.25 Contact www.knitrowan.com/mode-at-rowan Create luxuriously soft cotton garments for summer with this new yarn from Mode at Rowan. It knits up into a smooth, matt fabric with crisp stitches that will showcase textures, cables and stripes to perfection. The 10 shades include soft neutrals and blues, pistachio and bubblegum pink. PDF patterns using Cotton DK cost £5 each from the Mode at Rowan website. LAMANA Bergamo Shade pictured Antique Pink (40) Ball weight/length 25g/65m Needle size 4.5-5.5mm (UK 7-5/US 7-9) Tension 16 sts and 24 rows to 10cm Fibre content 75% superfine Merino wool, 25%…

PATTERN NOTES This shawl is worked in rows, but it is recommended to use circular needles, as these will make the provisional cast-on and working out from the centre easier. It is worked in two identical sections outwards from a central provisional cast-on. CHART PATTERNS CHART A Row 1 (RS): K1tbl, P1tbl, K1tbl, P1, K1tbl, K2tog, yo, P1, yo, SSK, K1tbl, P1, K1tbl, P1tbl, K1tbl. Row 2 (WS): (P1tbl, K1) twice, SSP, yo, P1, K1, P1, yo, P2tog, (K1, P1tbl) twice. Row 3: K1tbl, P1, K1tbl, K2tog, yo, K2, P1, K2, yo, SSK, K1tbl, P1, K1tbl. Row 4: P1tbl, K1, SSP, yo, P3, K1, P3, yo, P2tog, K1, P1tbl. Row 5: K1tbl, K2tog, yo, K4, P1, K4, yo, SSK, K1tbl. Row 6: SSP, yo, P5, K1, P5, yo, P2tog. Row…

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STITCH PATTERNS CABLE TRIM PATTERN Row 1 (RS): P2, *K4, P2; rep from * to end. Row 2: K2, *P4, K2; rep from * to end. Row 3: P2, *C4F, P2; rep from * to end. Row 4: K2, *P4, K2; rep from * to end. HAT Using 2.75mm needles, cast on 134 sts. Work 16 rows in Cable Trim Pattern. Change to 3mm needles. Row 1 (RS): P1, *(K4, P11) twice, K4, P7, M1, P3; rep from * to last st, P1. 137 sts. Row 2: K1, *K11, P4; rep from * to last st, K1. Row 3: P1, *C4F, P11; rep from * to last st, P1. Row 4: K1, *K11, P4; rep from * to last st, K1. Row 5: P1, *K4, M1, P11; rep from *…

USING TWO colours of yarn when casting on can create a pleasing decorative edge for your knitting, and is very easy to work. The technique is basically the same as a long-tail cast-on, but instead of using a long tail and the strand coming from the same ball of yarn, you use strands coming from two separate balls. Here, we’re looking at two basic variations: the first works each stitch with the main colour, while the contrast colour forms the connection between stitches, thus creating horizontal stripes across the top of your knitting. In the second version, the main and contrast colours are swapped around after each stitch, producing an alternating effect. This option is a particularly nice way to start off a section of two-colour corrugated ribbing, although be…

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STITCH PATTERNS 1x1 RIB PATTERN Row 1: P1, *K1, P1; rep from * to end. Row 2: K1, *P1, K1; rep from * to end. These 2 rows form the pattern and are repeated. LACE RIB PATTERN (multiple of 16 sts + 1) Row 1: K1, *yo, K3, K2tog, (P1, K1) twice, P1, SSK, K3, yo, K1; rep from * to end. Rows 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 and 12: *P6, (K1, P1) twice, K1, P5; rep from * to last st, P1. Row 3: K1, *K1, yo, K2, K2tog, (P1, K1) twice, P1, SSK, K2, yo, K2; rep from * to end. Row 5: K1, *K2, yo, K1, K2tog, (P1, K1) twice, P1, SSK, K1, yo, K3; rep from * to end. Row 7: K1, *yo, SSK, K1, yo,…

This new e-book is designed to provide you with a soothing knitting experience and comfortable garments that you’ll want to wear over and over again. Called 4 Easy Pieces, the four cardigans are based on the same simple, rectangular construction, with minimal shaping and lots of positive ease. ‘Pourmoi’ is a long, snuggly cardigan, while ‘Bookish’ is a shorter version that combines strands of mohair-silk with the main yarn. ‘Spindlepuff’ has the same body shape but with puffed sleeves, and ‘Iolanthe’ is knitted in an airy, blown alpaca yarn for a different effect. All can be knitted seamlessly or with a seam along the top of the shoulder and sleeve. The patterns can be purchased individually, too, and Norah provides more details and technique guides for the four projects in…

CAROLINE BIRKETT has used a soft cotton-blend sock yarn from King Cole for this sock design, which produces a breathable, flexible fabric that’s perfect for summer wear. Caroline has created a lovely openwork pattern for her design, incorporating lozenges of lace around the leg and long sections of fagoting rib extending down the foot. The socks are knitted top-down with a heel flap and gusset construction. Cotton Socks 4Ply is available in 14 vibrant colours. STITCH PATTERNS MAIN PATTERN - LEG (also shown in Chart) Pattern note: On Rnds 5 and 17, the twist is between the first and last sts of the round. Slip the first stitch then work the twist with the last stitch and place the second of the resulting sts back at the beginning of the…

PATTERN NOTES The front and back are knitted separately, with the shoulders shaped by working short rows, then the stitches are left live so that the front and back can be joined with a three-needle cast-off. All rows begin with a slipped stitch to give a neat finish. Sleeves are worked down from the shoulders to the cuff, and decrease shaping is worked into the pattern repeat. BACK Using 4.5mm needles and yarn A, and the long-tail method, cast on 124 (139:154:169:184:199) sts. Set-up row (WS): Purl. Row 1 (RS): Sl 1, K1, *KFB, K5, s2kpo, K5, KFB; rep from * to last 2 sts, K2. Row 2 (WS): Sl 1, P to end. Work last 2 rows until Back measures 12 (12:12½:13½:14½:15) cm from cast-on. Begin working from Chart…

KNITTED JEWELS Sirdar’s new Jewelspun Ombré yarn offers stunning shade transitions in each ball, resulting in a knitted fabric with a glowing ombré effect. Sirdar’s designers have used the yarn to bring a vibrant, playful look to a range of wardrobe essentials. Among the designs are sweaters, cardigans and vests with round and V-necklines, dropped sleeves and raglan constructions. ‘Sleeve Appeal’ is a relaxed pullover with textured sleeve details, and ‘To A Tee’ is a cap-sleeve top with horizontal textured stripes. There’s a spectacular sleeveless maxi dress, and the ‘Togetherness Two-Piece’ -a drop-shoulder sweater with eyelet textures and a matching figure-hugging skirt. This aran-weight yarn costs £21.50 per 400g/1000m ball, and downloadable PDF patterns are £3.50 each. www.sirdar.com Summer luxe Create sumptuous knits with Rico’s Luxury Cotton Silk Cashmere & Baby Cozy…

Quail Studio’s designers have used Rowan’s popular Creative Linen and Four Seasons yarns to create a collection of comfortable knits with a summery feel, but which can be worn and enjoyed into the autumn. Cotton Seasons has 13 garment projects to fit busts of 28in to 62in, plus a pattern for a handbag. For sunny days, there’s a buttoned vest in a two-tone slip stitch pattern, a tabard-style top with buttoned sides, and a ribbed shell top. ‘Kingfisher’ is a short-sleeved tunic with a pattern of lace diamonds. Lightweight pullovers include a pretty V-neck lace design by Lisa Richardson, a raglan jumper with a subtle textured stitch, and two loose, drop-shoulder sweaters. ‘Swan’ is a boxy, mosaic-patterned cardigan, and ‘Falcon’ is a longer-length open cardigan with an airy mesh fabric.…

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MITTENS (both alike) CUFF Using 2.75mm DPNs and yarn A, and the long-tail method, cast on 60 sts. Pm and join to work in the round, taking care not to twist sts. Work rounds 1-8 of Chart A, working the 2-st patt repeat 30 times across each round. BEGIN COLOURWORK Change to 3mm DPNs. Work rounds 1-48 of Chart B, working the 4-st patt repeat 15 times across each round. THUMB OPENING Right hand only Next round: Working from round 1 of Chart B, K31, place 13 sts on a holder for thumb opening, using the backwards loop method cast on 13 sts above thumb opening, knit to end of round. Left hand only Next round: Working from round 1 of Chart B, K16, place 13 sts on a holder…

POCKET LININGS (make 2 alike) Using 4mm needles, cast on 29 sts evenly. Row 1 (RS): P2, *K1tbl, P2; rep from * to end. Row 2: P2, *P1tbl, P2; rep from * to end. These 2 rows form patt. Cont in patt for another 40 rows. Break yarn and slip sts onto a holder. BACK Using 4mm needles, cast on 127 (139:151:163:175) sts evenly. ** Row 1 (RS): K2, *P1, K1; rep from * to last st, K1. Row 2: K1, *P1, K1; rep from * to end. Rep rows 1-2 once more, then row 1 again. ** Next row (WS): Purl to last st, PFB. 128 (140:152:164:176) sts. Change to patt as on Pocket Linings and work straight until Back measures 42 (41:41:40:38) cm at centre, ending after a…

BACK Using 3.5mm needles and yarn A, cast on 109 (115:121:127:133:139:145) sts. Row 1: P1, (K1, P1) to end. Row 2: K1, (P1, K1) to end. Rep Rows 1-2 until rib meas 4cm.** Change to 4mm needles. Work in st st until piece measures 34 (34:35:36:37:38:39) cm from cast-on edge, ending on a WS row. SHAPE ARMHOLE Cast off 9 (9:9:9:9:9:10) sts at beg of next 2 rows. 91 (97:103:109:115:121:125) sts. Dec row 1 (RS): K2, SSK, K to last 4 sts, K2tog, K2. 2 sts dec’d. Dec row 2 (WS): P2, P2tog, P to last 4 sts, SSP, P2. 2 sts dec’d. Dec 1 st, 2 sts in from the edge, each end of every row 1 (2:2:2:2:3:3) more times. Work 1 (0:0:0:0:1:1) row. Dec 1 st, 2 sts…

BACK AND FRONT (both alike) Using 3.25mm needles, cast on 77 (87:97:107:117:127:137:147:161) sts. Work in patt as folls: Row 1 (WS): Purl. Row 2: K4 (3:2:4:3:2:4:3:4), *yfwd, sk2po, yfwd, K3; rep from * to last 7 (6:5:7:6:5:7:6:7) sts, yfwd, sk2po, yfwd, K4 (3:2:4:3:2:4:3:4). Row 3: Purl. Row 4: K1 (1:0:1:1:0:1:1:1), (yfwd, sk2po, yfwd) 1 (0:0:1:0:0:1:0:1) times, (K2tog, yfwd) 0 (1:1:0:1:1:0:1:0) times, *K3, yfwd, sk2po, yfwd; rep from * to last 7 (6:5:7:6: 5:7:6:7) sts, K3, (yfwd, sk2po, yfwd) 1 (0:0:1:0:0:1:0:1) times, (yfwd, skpo) 0 (1:1:0:1:1:0:1:0) times, K1 (1:0:1:1:0:1:1:1). These 4 rows form patt. Cont straight until work measures 23 (24:241/:25:251/:26:26:27:27) cm, ending with RS facing for next row. SHAPE ARMHOLES Keeping patt correct, cast off 5 (6:8:9:11:12:14:15:18) sts at beg of next 2 rows. 67 (75:81:89:95:103:109:117:125) sts. Dec 1 st…

PATTERN NOTES INCREASES Increase 1 st by making 1 yarnover, which is worked through the back loop on the next row/round to avoid a hole. DECREASES Decrease 1 st on each side of the marker as follows: Work to 3 sts before mrk, K2tog, K1, slm, K1, skpo. 2 sts dec’d. CONSTRUCTION The patterns use both long and short circular needles; start with the length which fits the number of stitches and change when necessary. For the sleeves, you can work Magic Loop or use DPNs. BUTTONHOLES Decrease for 6 (6:6:7:7:7) buttonholes on right front band. 1 buttonhole = K2tog/P2tog, yo. On next row, work yarnover as a normal stitch (not twisted) to make holes. Place the top buttonhole in the transition between the neck edge and the front piece,…

BACK Using 2.25mm needles and yarn A, cast on 122 (126:130:138:150:158:166:174) sts. Row 1 (RS): K2, *P2, K2; rep from * to end. Row 2: *P2, K2; rep from * to last 2 sts, P2. Rep last 2 rows until work meas 5 (5:5:5:6: 6:6:6) cm, ending after a WS row. Change to 3mm needles. Cont in st st without shaping until work meas 32 (32:32:34:33:35:34:36) cm, ending with RS facing for next row. SHAPE ARMHOLE Cast off 6 (6:7:7:8:9:10:11) sts at beg of next 2 rows. Dec 1 st at each end of next 5 (5:5:7:7:9:9:9) rows, 2 (3:3:2:3:2:3:3) foll alt rows, then on foll 4th row. 94 (96:98:104:112:116:120:126) sts. Cont without shaping until armhole meas 20 (20:21:21:22:22:23:23) cm, ending with RS facing for next row. SHAPE SHOULDERS AND…

Issue 215 Fair Isle top • Vintage-style lace blouse • Cabled jumper • Lace cardigan • Colourwork cushion • Gansey • Cabled socks • Lace wrap • Boy’s sweater • Unisex cardigan • Lace shawl • Fair Isle yoked top SEE THE PATTERNS IN DETAIL HERE http://bit.ly/RAVTKN Issue 214 Lace cardigan • Brioche shawl • Tank top • Cabled jumper • Lace & stripe shawl • Fair Isle cowl • Chevron tabard • Men’s colourwork sweater • Cat socks • Baby’s romper • Textured cardigan Issue 213 Cabled tank • Lace cardigan • Textured sweater • Mosaic socks • Fair Isle cowl & hat • Men’s waistcoat • Cable mitts • Argyle jumper • Nordic sweater • Cabled scarf • Fair Isle cardigan Issue 212 Fair Isle vest • Ribbed…