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The Knitter Issue 168
Welcome the autumn
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Lilita • Pastel stripes complement the cable and lace patterns on this jumper
The Knitter Loves • …ideas, websites, patterns, events, inspiration and more!
NEW BOOKS • Our pick of the best pattern collections and e-books
SEASONAL SOCKS Gorgeous designs to keep your feet cosy
LOCAL HEROES • This month, we explore the inspirational yarn shops of south & west London
SHOW DATES • Yarn festivals and events to inspire your knitting
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Clemence • This A-line jumper inspired by 1940s styles has an intricate cabled pattern
A day to remember! • The Knitting & Stitching Shows are back for 2021 with a brand-new Yarn Village
Yarn choice • Our favourite yarns this month include beautiful hand-dyed treats and luxurious fibre blends
Great reads • Create colourful knitwear that celebrates the countryside with this reprint of a classic book of intarsia patterns
CRAFT |FAMILY |FOOD |DÉCOR SIMPLY CHRISTMAS
Tiree • This design can be worn as a scarf, cape or poncho, and pairs lace with a gradient yarn
A year of inspiration • The Almanac Series is an exciting new seasonal guide to knitting from The Fibre Co.
THE AUTUMN FOREST COLLECTION
CRABAPPLE • Long, zigzagging stripes of cables and texture decorate this gorgeous aran-weight jumper
SCOTS PINE • This round-necked jumper has a neat stranded colourwork pattern and bright striped sleeves
GREY WILLOW • A bold cable detail adds drama to this chic raglan sweater, knitted in a chunky British yarn
ENGLISH OAK • Stranded colourwork, stripes and texture combine on this scoop-neck cardigan
Focus on… URTH YARNS • This exciting, family-run yarn company specialises in special fibres and vivid, glorious colourways produced by artisan dyers in Turkey
Zoey • Chevron colourwork makes an impact on this cropped, drop-sleeve sweater
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Jory • This lovely Fair Isle yoked sweater for children has a vintage look
Wellig • Meandering cables decorate this cosy hat, which is knitted in a special British wool blend
ADDING BEADS TO YOUR KNITTING • Using beads while you knit can create beautiful results. Rosee Woodland explains the key techniques involved
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Estella • Worked in a cotton yarn, this feminine jumper features a large star motif
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It’s Show time! • Graeme Bethune gets ready to hit the road and show off his Caithness Yarns to knitters at the autumn festivals
Tuck Tee • This modern design has a fascinating construction
Welcome to our mill! • Go behind the scenes at John Arbon Textiles with Francesca Hughes and Laura Davies as they paint a picture of a typical working day at the Devon mill
The Knitter SPOTLIGHTFrancesca Hughes 8-PAGE PULLOUT