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. Subscription to this digital magazine does not include covermount items or the subscriber-only pages found within print copies, nor gives access to Craft Circle, the Craft subscriber online area.

Hello • We want you to know we are here for you when times are tough…

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FOLKLORE BY DEBBIE BLISS

Editor’s choice • This issue’s spring must-buys chosen by SK Editor, Kirstie McLeod

BUY-ME-NOW BOOKS

RHIAN DRINKWATER • Freelance designer, writer, editor and knitter extraordinaire

…the new needle sets from Lykke? • With a large collection to choose from there’s a set for everyone

HAND-DYED YARN FROM MCINTOSH • Available in both DK (£22.50) and 4ply (£19.99) weights and 14 colours at www.knitnibble.com

Martin Storey’s chic Cape Bay collection • A collection of coastal knits, including cool colourwork and nautical-looking cables

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Simply Knitting’s GUIDE TO CRAFT BLOGS

…cat-loving knitters • These subtle cat knits will satisfy the most dyed-in-the-wool feline fans!

DIVE UNDER THE SEA... • Let the colours of the ocean fill your knit bag this month

TO THE POINT • Stay playful this season and cast on this jaunty cropped T-shirt filled with zingy shades and a bold zigzag pattern.

DID YOU KNOW…?

STEP-BY-STEP • K2TOG KNIT TWO STITCHES TOGETHER

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CALL THE BRIGADE • Knit a jumper that comes in the proudest of bold colours! This fabulous kid’s knit by Jane Burns is packed with wonderful detail

STEP-BY-STEP • SSK SLIP, SLIP, KNIT

Lace & blooms • Find the perfect spot in the conservatory or bedroom for this dreamy floral blanket, complete with 3D flowers.

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Stay in touch! • We love seeing what you’ve all been knitting, doing and saying over the past few weeks…

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..WHAT’S TRENDING THIS MONTH

WHERE ARE YOU KNITTING?

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What do YOU think? • “DO YOU KNIT WINTER PROJECTS DURING THE SUMMER?”

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TICKLED PINK • Discover the joy of eyelet lace with this pretty salmon-pink jumper, complete with square neckline.

WHERE TO BUY

STARLIT NIGHTS • Turquoise and metallic gold add opulent colours to your furnishings. Try a bolster cushion and add a great new shape too!

THE MAGICAL WORLD OF METALLIC-EFFECT YARNS • Embrace the bling and bring a little sparkle to your spring with this mini guide to marvellous metallics

Time to reconsider yarn storage habits • Now our yarn shops’ doors are no longer open, Phil Saul realises just how handy a yarn stash can be...

THIS MONTH

COUNTRY CASUAL • A soft shawl collar, decorative pockets and a great textured stitch make this classic cardigan a joy to knit.

The mini guide to Eco-friendly knitting • With the world working towards a more sustainable future there are few things we can do as knitters to help the cause – here are just a few ideas to get you going!

GREAT PLACES TO BUY ECO-FRIENDLY YARN

5 Eco- friendly YARN INGREDIENTS • Up your knowledge with our run-down of top yarn materials

TOP ECO YARNS TO TRY • A small selection of our favourite eco-friendly yarns which you might just like to cast on…

LOVE DISCOVERING DIFFERENT YARNS?

ECO-SHOPPER • This jolly bag, filled with chunky stitches and knitted in recycled yarn, is perfect for your everyday chores.

STEP-BY-STEP • KFB INCREASE 1 BY KNITTING...