The Knitter

The Knitter caters for skilled knitters with more than 10 challenging patterns in each issue. The Knitter has beautiful, original patterns and inspiration from world-class designers. Our patterns aren’t just fabulous to look at, they’re enjoyable to make, with a few unusual techniques and intriguing ways with yarns for you to try.

The Knitter • Issue 188

Inspiration for you

The Knitter

Leadenhall • Hand-dyed hues enhance the intricate textures of this drop-sleeve sweater

The Knitter loves… • …ideas, websites, patterns, events, inspiration and more!

NEW BOOKS • Our pick of the best pattern collections and e-books

Q&A • Helen Spedding looks at crochet seams

DIARY DATES • Events and workshops to inspire your knitting

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Branwen • Add the next lace stripe to your shawl with the fourth instalment of our knitalong project

Hibiscus • With its beautiful lace pattern knitted in a stunning shade, this shawl is a treat for spring

Yarn choice • For everyday sweaters and special shawls, we’ve picked six summery yarns which are lovely to knit with

Great reads • Explore Norway’s knitting traditions and create heirloom pieces for women and men with this wonderful book

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Strata • An interesting textured stripe pattern is worked over this long, cosy shawl-collar cardigan

Jesse • This bright and cheerful hat will be perfect for children who love a bit of colour!

Tolsta • Inspired by sunny days on a Scottish beach, this Fair Isle tank top has a timeless look

Kastanja • Keep your toes feeling toasty and warm with these slouchy, cabled house socks

Mayari • Mock cables and lace draw the eye on this lovely yoked sweater

Treasures from Tibet • Ethical yarn brand mYak brings the special fibres of the Tibetan Plateau to knitters around the world, as Janine Sterland discovers

Victoria • Perfect for your spring wardrobe, this silky jumper has a beautiful lace pattern

Lelia • This soft, tweedy jumper has a lovely textured fabric and a fascinating construction

Ajatus • Delicate, wave-like cables decorate this soft and draping short-sleeved jumper

SHORT ROW SHAPING Part 2 • Helen Spedding explores three more short-row shaping techniques in this two-part series

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Napier • This relaxed sweater for men features subtle colourwork details

Odette • This vintage-style collared jumper is knitted in a wool blend which has a touch of sparkle

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Being kinder to myself • Graeme Bethune realises he must place a higher priority on his mental well-being if his sheep farm is to thrive

Trelawny • This elegantly cabled sweater is knitted in a sumptuous wool-alpaca yarn

An ode to making • The Fibre Co.’s &Make range is a beautiful collection of natural, sustainable yarns designed to be accessible to knitters of all levels