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 179

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Epidote • A fascinating bubble stitch pattern decorates this sleeveless jumper

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

SNAZZY SOCKS • Treat your feet to these three smart designs

Best of the web • Useful online resources and technical advice for knitters

DIARY DATES • Events and workshops to inspire your knitting

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Stitches & shape • Caroline Bawn explores new patterns and techniques as she works on her Ziggurat

Toccata • This elegant wrap uses stacked stitches and eyelets to form a fascinating wave pattern

Karla • These cosy slippers have a Nordic colourwork pattern worked in a hand-dyed, nylon-free sock yarn

Yarn choice • These attractive wool and alpaca blends are well worth considering for your late summer and autumn knits

Great reads • This modern approach to modular knitting explains how to use different building blocks to create stunning knitted pieces

Hardwick Hall • This neat cardigan uses an intricate stitch pattern to give a richly textured fabric

Fritillary • Relaxed and comfortable, this V-neck slipover is decorated with a neat cable panel

Roisin • This contemporary tank top design is covered with vintage-inspired flower motifs

Bring the Flower Fairies to life in cross stitch! • A beautiful kit with the threads and fabric you need to stitch two classic Flower Fairies designs

Snowdrop • This versatile buttoned poncho has been designed for mothers-to-be and new mamas

Reach for the stars • The Fibre Co.’s new autumn-winter pattern collection has been inspired by the wonders of the night sky

Poldhu Cove • This T-shirt in a delicate lace pattern will be ideal for warm summer days

Vesiheinä • Paint a picture in yarn with these nature-inspired colourwork mitts

HOMES & ANTIQUES • Stylish & sustainable – the magazine for living with old and new

Why Wool Matters • Janine Sterland discovers the story behind The Campaign for Wool’s inspirational new film featuring the Prince of Wales

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Marcus • This timeless cabled sweater for men is knitted in an undyed British wool

SHEEP TALES • Ellie Stokeld shares the story behind her very special flock of Border Leicesters

DARNING • Helen Spedding explains how to work the woven darn technique to repair holes in your socks and sweaters

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Sorting the fleece • Now that his sheep have been shorn, Graeme Bethune has the critical task of selecting the best fleece to turn into yarn

Dichotomy • This classic DK-weight sweater is adorned with modern blackwork embroidery

Stories in stitches • Dario Tubiana loves to decorate his handknit designs with spectacular embroidery, and to share...