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.

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Ocean Odyssey • Colourwork shells and sea creatures make a splash on this seamless sweater, knitted top-down

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

The Croft Accessories Collection

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

Poetic Pastels

OH BABY! • Little knitting kits featuring sweet embroidery

Stitches on screen • The best online knitting videos

Lesley Anne Robinson • Meet the designer behind the colourful Knit Graffiti brand

A knitter’s life • Kirstie McLeod reveals what’s been keeping her entertained this month

EVENTS GUIDE • Workshops, yarn shows & holidays to inspire your knitting

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Taika • This bright stranded colourwork cushion is knitted in a plump worsted-weight wool

Lantic Bay • Rippling stripes form a mesmerising effect on this flared cotton vest top

Yarn choice • Our pick of the best yarns includes options for nylon-free socks, luxurious shawls and sweaters, and traditional fine lace

Great reads • Fans of The Moomins will adore this collection of delightful colourwork sock designs

Bryony • This short-sleeved, drop-shoulder jumper features a lovely cable and lace pattern

Beware of the Groke • Take a trip to Moominvalley with these characterful colourwork socks!

Greenfinch • This classic yoked top is decorated with a colourful slip stitch pattern

Crafting with friends • Claire Bentley’s artisan yarn brand, Cookston Crafts, has built up a warm, welcoming community in Aberdeenshire and beyond

Attention Deficit Jumper • This cosy, modern jumper has an array of stitch patterns to keep you entertained while you knit!

Hayle • Four delicate stitch patterns combine on these beautiful lace and cable socks

STRETCHY CUFFS • The German twisted cast-on creates strong, stretchy edges for socks, mittens and more, as Faye Perriam-Reed explains

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Thistle Tunic • An elegant, all-over lace stitch decorates this long, sleeveless cotton cardigan

CRAFT AND CANVAS • This Hebden Bridge store has evolved into an exciting destination for knitters, with new premises and yarn ranges

Penrith • With its Aran-style cables, shawl collar and pockets, this waistcoat makes a smart layering piece

Ribbit • Little ones will love the cheerful colourwork on this snuggly seamless sweater

ADAPTING PATTERNS FOR A BETTER FIT • Rachael Prest explains how to alter a sweater using short-row shaping and darts, to flatter your personal body shape

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NEXT MONTH • Bold colour and classic stitches by Chloé Elizabeth Birch Jacinta Bowie Anniken Allis Di Gilpin Sarah Hatton …and more

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Wool harvest time • Midsummer has arrived, so Graeme Bethune and his shearer Helga are busy gathering in the fleeces

Lincoln’s Inn • Designed for a relaxed fit, this cardigan has a bold,...