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 193

Our featured designers • ISSUE 193

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Beadnell Bay • This bright and breezy jumper has a rippling stitch pattern knitted in a shimmering yarn

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

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

KNITTING FOR A CAUSE • How buying British wool supports British sheep farmers

DIARY DATES • Events and workshops to inspire your knitting

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Paquin • Stylised Art Deco leaf textures decorate this drop-sleeve jumper

Minnow • These soft, fluffy alpaca-blend socks will be a treat for your feet

Sock yarns • Choose these fabulous fingering-weight yarns for your lightweight sweaters and shawls, as well as sock projects

Great reads • Explore the colourful world of mosaic knitting with this excellent introduction to the technique

Jolanta • Brighten your day with this mosaic-patterned sleeveless top in orange and cream

Piñata Cowl • This jazzy dickie design is embellished with colourful bobbles, fringing and tassels

A harmony of colour • The uplifting hues of Madrigal Yarns reflect founder Ed Jardine’s passion for music and creativity, as Janine Sterland discovers

Erla • These traditional Icelandic lace mittens have a lightweight feel and are beautifully patterned

Supernova • Knitted from the top down, this raglan cardigan combines a subtle texture and a gorgeous yarn

Kelso • Keep your laptop or tablet protected with this double-lined colourwork cover

Hannah Simion Malmcrona • Hand-dyer Hannah creates mouthwatering hues for her brand, Creative Anarchy Yarn

Conch • Cheerful vertical zigzag stripes bring colour to this cotton vest top

SIMPLY CHRISTMAS • Be inspired to have a wonderful Christmas with our brand-new issue plus three stunning extra mags. All packed with the latest ideas for home styling, gifts, crafting, family times, cooking and baking. Get ahead for December!

Seathwaite • This sweater design has handsome stitch textures and a snug shawl collar

Deauville • Elegantly simple and versatile, this polo shirt is knitted in a cool cotton-linen yarn

HAND EXERCISES • Keep your hands and wrists supple, and help to avoid pain, with these simple exercises for knitters from Helen Spedding

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Winter Baby • Keep little ones cosy with this charming colourwork cardigan, hat and sock set

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NEXT MONTH • Seasonal gift ideas & cosy garments from Mary Henderson Kath Andrews Viveka Velupillai Soraya Garcia Penelope Hemingway …and more

INFORMATION

Summer adventures • Graeme Bethune has been busy gathering in the fleeces and planning new yarns - and taking up knitting again

Tillie • This soft cardigan combines beautiful Fair Isle and lace

Ethereal elegance • Known for her graceful style, attention to detail and sumptuous yarn ranges, Louisa Harding is a British designer with a worldwide following