Simply Knitting

Simply Knitting is the UK’s best-selling knitting magazine. Whether you’re a beginner or you’ve been knitting for years you’ll find lots of exciting patterns, knitting news and great buys in every issue. Subscription to this digital magazine does not include covermount items or the subscriber-only pages found within print copies, nor gives access to Craft Circle, the Craft subscriber online area.

Hello • Your knit-world summer is here, in all its yarny goodness!

Wishlist • Shopping ♥ Events ♥ Inspiration ♥ People ♥ Views

TOP 3 TANK TOP OR SWEATER VEST? • Whatever you call yours, a sleeveless top is an essential as the seasons change…

Simply Knitting’s GUIDE TO AUGUST

CHECK IT OUT! • Forget faded and flat, this bold houndstooth-check vest is all about creating impact and brightening up your summer.

OLD DANUBE LACE • Make this cotton and bamboo wrap for keeps this summer and you’ll look forever stylish at garden parties and BBQs.

Stay in touch! • We love seeing what you’ve been doing, drop me a line with all your latest news

WE’RE BUGGIN’ • Getting the kids ready to go out couldn’t be easier with Bergère de France’s zip-top jumper, complete with cute felt caterpillar detail!

Show us your stash! • Do you have a sizeable stash that needs investigating? This month we take a look at one of our readers’ ever-expanding yarn haul. Could you be next?

SWEET PRIMROSE • Give in to your sense of magic and wonder by casting on this classic children’s favourite by Angela Turner

Curious skills I’d like to master • Pondering historical apprenticeships, Phil Saul reveals the new and unique knitting credentials she wishes she had under her belt for 2022…

This month

DASHING TWEED • Cables can look smart or casual – this classic V-neck jumper is filled with all the versatility they’ll need!

PUT YOUR FEET UP • Ann Franklin’s uncomplicated chunky cables add a polished look to your living room décor – you’ll master them in no time!

Commu-knitty • We take a closer look at inspirational craft stories and meet people from the world of yarn! Got a knitty story to tell? Get in touch over on page 25

BEACHSIDE BLUSH • Rock pooling never looked so stylish! Kick off your sandals and give these socks a well-deserved promenade.

Out & about! • Take a trip with us around the UK and discover some of the best and quirkiest yarn shops to visit, each one packed with knit-spiration

SUMMER MEADOW • Warm weather cover-ups don’t have to be plain, break out the zigzags and boost your new season wardrobe with this chic cardigan.

A passion for colour! • In celebration of Pride month this June we’ve rounded up our top rainbow-knitting buys

YOU CAN DODO IT! • They may be extinct, but this flightless bird can live on in your heart (and your house) when you cast on on Amanda Berry’s adorable design

Lend a hand • Cast on our fun copyright-free pattern for items you can knit and sell, and discover a passion for fundraising with our charity focus

Charity of the month • Each issue we find out more about one of the good causes you could help out with your knitting…

VILLAGE GREEN • Another British summer is about to kick off, so plan to keep your evenings cosy with a cardigan that’s perfect for all.

Knitting Know-how • Write to our accomplished Q&A experts and have your tricky knitting queries and questions answered in no time!

TAKE A BREAK • Pop the kettle on and take a moment to relax with our fun prize puzzles this month!

FRESHLY MADE • Variegated stripes and textured honeycomb stitch combine to create this cool-looking jumper.

Brand new DKs • Tweedy, speckled, designer and more, there’s always so...