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.

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Hello • Embrace the sun with outdoors-inspired knits filled with unique touches

Wishlist • Shopping ♥ Events ♥ Inspiration ♥ People ♥ Views

What I’m loving… • …new Merino sock yarn, yarns for a good cause, a monochrome cowl kit, mugs for knitters and more!

Strands of Joy • Take a deep dive into Anna Johanna’s world of knitting pattern design with Volume 2 of her latest book…

STYLECRAFT SQUEEZE ME

SEASONAL TREATS FROM RICO • We showcase innovative yarn manufacturer Rico’s glorious new summer yarns!

Welcome to Moominland

What’s new on Etsy! • Get a head start on Halloween knitting with RainyFrogs’ Beetlejuice Sandworm socks pattern!

COASTAL KNITS

BLOCK PARTY • With its mix of bright colours and textured overstitching for contrast, this must-knit for autumn will dress up or down

STEP-BY-STEP P2TOG PURL TWO STITCHES TOGETHER

Book of the month • Get into toy knitting the quick and easy way with this charming new book!

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

WHAT’S TRENDING THIS MONTH • We always keep up with what our readers are making - this issue you’re loving knitted toys

BAGS OF LOVE • Clever twisted stitches create a pretty petal effect when you cast on this sweet summer bag

AYE AYE CAPTAIN • This jaunty striped jumper is the perfect cover-up for little boat trips, and smart enough for dry land too!

STEP-BY-STEP SWISS DARNING

KITCHEN DISCO • You’d better get your skates on and knit this roller boot tea cosy in good time for your next brew!

STEP-BY-STEP KFB INCREASE 1 BY KNITTING INTO FRONT & BACK

DOWN TO EARTH • Ideal for outdoor adventures and country walks, this classic men’s button-through vest is this season’s winner.

STEP-BY-STEP P2TOG PURL TWO TOGETHER

Lend a hand • Cast on a copyright-free knit and sell them for good causes, and discover a passion for fundraising with our charity focus

Charity of the MONTH • We spoke to Julie Byard, from Cancer Research UK, about their good work…

BONNY BOBBLES • 3D detail creates a wonderfully tactile rainbow effect in this gorgeous jumper from Bergère de France

Variegated beauty • Knitting rainbows of colour, with barely any effort, never gets boring - indulge in the latest crop of colour-spectrum yarns!

SEASIDE STRIPES • Bring a sunny coastal vibe into your home all year round with this cool blue and white beach hut cushion.

STEP-BY-STEP SKPO SLIP 1, KNIT 1, PASS SLIPPED STITCH OVER

TAKE A BREAK • Pop the kettle on and take a moment to relax with our puzzles this month - it’s just for fun!

OLIVE GROVE • Recycled cotton adds weight and wonderful drape to this summer-cool cardigan

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

HELEN SPEDDING

UP, UP AND AWAY! • Just imagine the hours your littles will spend playing happy holidays with this super-squishy aeroplane.

STEP-BY-STEP SSK SLIP, SLIP, KNIT

CIRCUS TRICKS • Sian Brown’s pretty pastel T-shirt delivers a mid-length-sleeved jumper that’ll look perfect at The Greatest Show On Earth!

STEP-BY-STEP SKPO SLIP 1, KNIT 1, PASS SLIPPED STITCH OVER

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