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Hello • ...and welcome to our inspirational issue, packed with spring joy!
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Editor’s choice • This issue’s spring must-buys chosen by SK Editor, Kirstie McLeod
BUY-ME-NOW BOOKS
BRONAGH MISKELLY • Designer, writer, editor
The King Cole Drifter range? • We focus on latest recruit Subtle Drifter DK
COWGIRL LOOKS • Try out the latest modern trend at www.weareknitters.co.uk
…Closer, the new book by Kim Hargreaves • Discover a softer side with this wonderful collection of great knits filled with rich stitches
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Simply Knitting’s GUIDE TO MAY
…Rowan Island Blend Fine • Looking for something special? Enjoy a delicate mix of Falkland Island Merino, baby alpaca and silk in this super-soft sister to Island Blend...
KNIT A PLAYFUL PANDA! • Make nap time super snuggly with this gorgeous toy knit
CANDY STRIPES • Turn your knitting bag into an explosion of pinks with this simple, crowd-pleasing striped jumper by Bronagh Miskelly
STEP-BY-STEP • P2TOG PURL TWO TOGETHER
POCKET ROBOT • With its easy neck fastening, this jumper is practical and fun – and what’s not to love about a handy robot pocket?
PRETTY PETALS • Decorate a favourite jacket, shawl or coat with this burst of springtime – our pansy brooch is by Monica Fuertes
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 • We love keeping up with what you’re knitting – this month it’s our angel from Issue 192...
WHERE ARE YOU KNITTING?
SUBS STARS • Check your issue next month to see if you’re selected as a lucky winner!
What do YOU think? • KNITTING IN THE ROUND OR STRAIGHT?
SAY HELLO!
What are the joys of knitting? • Christine Perry discovers that knitting is so more than just about keeping warm, it’s a ‘superpower’...
THIS MONTH
DOUBLE CREAM • Pat Menchini’s latest jumper combines modern cable, lace and dreamy alpaca yarn with a classic shape
Fair Isle Fancy • Enjoy the last instalment of our glorious scarf KAL, knitted in Rowan Felted Tweed, by designer Kaffe Fassett
PRETTY MEADOW • A touch of extra detail can be the making of your garments – this simple cardigan by Siân Brown is decorated with sweet embroidery stitches
SWEET PASTELS • Pretty Fair Isle colourwork and soft baby yarn make this versatile set a wonderful gift for a new mum.
STEP-BY-STEP • K2TOG KNIT TWO STITCHES TOGETHER
BEJEWELLED • Cast on our golden cable headband with dashes of bright jewel colours to celebrate springtime.
BE A WHIZZ AT WOVEN DARNING • Take on a new technique with this cool new embroidery skill and decorate your cables and more with ease!
JUST FOR YOU! • Win knitting needles, books, gift vouchers, colourful kits and much more with our great giveaways this month…
HOW TO ENTER
MAKE A SPLASH • Discover a delight from the depths of the deep blue sea with this adorable narwhal, from the needles of Amanda Berry
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Knitting Know-How • Write to our accomplished Q&A experts and have your tricky knitting queries and questions answered in no time!
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