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The Knitter • Issue 176
The joys of spring
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Ceridwen • Explore a range of decorative lace stitch patterns with this beautiful wrap
The Knitter loves… • …ideas, websites, patterns, events, inspiration and more!
NEW BOOKS • Our pick of the best pattern collections and e-books
SMALL WONDERS • Spring knitting patterns for children
Q&A • Rachael Prest talks tension squares
DIARY DATES • Events and workshops to inspire your knitting
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Skara Brae • This Fair Isle tank top showcases the beautiful undyed shades of Shetland wool
Danish Stole • This wrap features textured star motifs and is bordered with a neat bias-knit band
Yarn choice • Soft fibres and sophisticated hand-dyed colours are on offer from these six special yarns for your spring-summer knits
Great reads • This innovative book shows how to use simple techniques to create dramatic, sculptural knitted pieces
COORIE CREATIVE • This Stirling-based store puts the community at the heart of everything it does, as founder Mairi Breslin explains
Carleon Cove • With its stunning textures and pleat details, this cowl-neck sweater feels extra-special
Farne • This elegant lace and moss stitch cardigan is knitted in a special yarn blend
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Helford • Textured details add interest to this classic raglan sweater for men
Physalis • This cushion, knitted in a worsted-weight wool, has a mesmerising colourwork pattern
SHEEP TALES • Ellie Stokeld shares the story behind her very special flock of Border Leicesters
Emelie • The stunning cables on this long sweater are complemented by a self-striping yarn
FROM FARM TO FASHION • Janine Sterland discovers the inspirational story of sustainable knitwear brand Yan Tan with its co-founder, Jules Von Hep
HOMES & ANTIQUES • Stylish & sustainable – the magazine for living with old and new
Anouk • This chic textured coat has pleated details, pockets, and a cinched-in waist
Enid • Bands of lace bring a pretty look to this jumper for children aged two to seven years
DESIGNING YOUR OWN SOCKS • A simple sock provides the perfect canvas for your first steps into knitwear design. We explain how to create a unique pattern
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Twisting Pathways • Lovely meandering cables decorate these toe-up socks
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Helping hands • Graeme Bethune explains how being well prepared for the challenges of lambing is vital for the survival of his sheep
Verso • Delicate vine-like cables inspired by Finnish ceramics adorn these DK-weight socks
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Motifs &memories • A collaboration between two of Finland’s iconic brands, Novita and Arabia, has produced a nostalgic pattern book
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