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Our featured designers ISSUE 192

Sarah Hatton Sarah honed her skills as part of Rowan’s in-house design team, and she is now an independent designer who creates patterns for knitting magazines and yarn brands. Sarah’s latest design for us is a cardigan with decorative stitch patterns, on page 24. Bronagh Miskelly Designer, writer and technical editor Bronagh has had her designs published in a range of magazines, and is closely involved with the UK Hand Knitting Association. Turn to page 37 to find her lovely shawl knitted in two hand-dyed shades. Emma Vining Emma is known for her exquisite, unique stitch patterns, many of which have been influenced by historical artefacts and urban environments. This month, she brings us a beautifully cabled jumper, which is the star of our special supplement. Pat Menchini Pat is a prolific designer whose work regularly appears…

Our featured designers ISSUE 192

MARY HENDERSON Isolde

SPECIAL TECHNIQUES I-CORD CAST-OFF Using 3.25mm needle, cast on 3 sts to LH needle using the knitted cast-on method. *K2, SSK, slip 3 sts on RH needle back to LH needle purlwise; rep from * until 3 sts rem. Cast off and cut yarn, leaving a tail of 10cm. STITCH PATTERNS K2, P2 RIB (multiple of 4 sts) Row 1: *K2, P2; rep from * to end. Repeat this row for pattern. K2, P2 RIB (multiple of 4 sts + 2) Row 1 (RS): *K2, P2; rep from * to last 2 sts, K2. Row 2 (WS): *P2, K2; rep from * to last 2 sts, P2. Repeat these 2 rows for pattern. BACK HEM Using 3mm circular needles and yarn A, cast on 118 (130:144:156:168:182:194) sts. Row 1 (WS): Knit. Work Rows 1-48 of Chart A. Break yarn and set aside. FRONT HEM Using 3mm circular needles and…

MARY HENDERSON Isolde

The knitter lovers,…

TIMELESS KNITS Explore iconic summer designs from Rowan’s archives with Summer Treasures, the new pattern collection. The book contains 16 designs from the past 30 years, reworked in modern yarns and with new photography. There are projects from many of Rowan’s most popular designers here, such as an intarsia collared cardigan by Kaffe Fassett, and a cabled halterneck top by Martin Storey. Explore Kim Hargreaves’ feminine style with a selection of lightweight vest tops, lacy cardigans, a long textured waistcoat, and sweaters inspired by 1940s and ’50s fashions. Other stylish knits include an elegant mesh jumper, and a neat colourwork and lace cardigan from Louisa Harding. £10.50; to order a copy or find stockist details, visit www.knitrowan.com Precious gems Three new jewel tones have been added to the luxurious Road to China Light range from…

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Designer Sarah Hatton has collaborated with West Yorkshire Spinners to curate brand-new shades for its The Croft Shetland wool yarn. Inspired by Shetland landscapes, she has developed six warm hues for the Aran range, and six lighter, chalky shades for the DK. Sarah showcases these colours in her new pattern collection, A Way of Life. The 12 knits for men, women and children have been designed for everyday comfort, and have a heritage look. There’s a cabled sweater for men, for example, a textured gansey and cabled hoody for children, and a coatigan for women featuring a richly cabled fabric. More modern styles include a textured turtleneck slipover, a jumper with a deep V-neck, a slipstitch yoked sweater, a jumper with zigzag textured sleeves, and a cropped cardigan for girls. There are…

COZY COASTAL KNITS by Rosann Fleischauer This knitwear collection will bring a relaxed, seaside vibe to your wardrobe. Rosann Fleischauer’s new book has 16 patterns, including a range of stylish yet practical ponchos for when the air turns chilly. There’s an elegant, lightweight tank top, a fitted skirt, and a choice of textured accessories such as cowls, mitts and hats. £18.99, Stackpole Books DYEING YARN NATURALLY by Ria Burns Experienced hand-dyers and keen novices alike will enjoy this in-depth guide to natural yarn dyeing. Ria Burns’ step-by-step guide provides expert advice on sourcing plant-based dyes, preparing your yarns, and natural dyeing techniques. She gives dye recipes for 25 dye plants across the colour spectrum, and explains advanced techniques using indigo and woad. £12.99, The Crowood Press CUTE & EASY BABY KNITS by Susie Johns This book from Susie Johns is…

Discover the best of Brooklyn Tweed with its curated collection of must-have pieces, BT Essentials. The BT team has delved into its pattern archives to bring together designs which capture the essence of Brooklyn Tweed’s style - a great reminder of classic designs from the past, and a perfect entry point for knitters new to the brand. The patterns are all comfortable, wear-with-everything pieces with thoughtful details. Smart textures are much in evidence, from Jared Flood’s shawl-collar ‘Timberline’ cable cardigan and modern Aran sweater, ‘Svenson’, to the iconic ‘Guernsey Wrap’. The sideways-knit ‘Ebbie’ cardigan features a rippling textured stitch, and ‘Tensile’ is a turtleneck sweater with a pattern of angled lines of eyelets. The BT Essentials collection has a range of hats and wraps, too, including a Shetland-style hap shawl. There’s a range…

Enjoy a Cornish treat at YAFF

Discover the best of the South-West with a visit to Kernow Yarn and Fibre Festival, the one-day event being held at the Royal Cornwall Showground in Wadebridge on Sunday 17th September. The organisers of Kernow YAFF include Steph of Perran Yarns and Caroline of Gorgeous Yarns, and they will be joined by an impressive line-up of artisan dyers, independent yarn makers, and vendors selling fibre, patterns and craft supplies. Among the exhibitors are CornishSara Knits, Araminta Greaves Fibreista, Fox & Squirrel Creations, The Lace Knittery, The Yarny Octopus, Dartmoor Wool Sheep, and Sampford Alpacas. Tickets cost £6. www.kernowyaff.com Take a trip Booking is now open for Misa Hay’s Shetland Wool Adventures knitting tours in 2024 www.shetlandwooladventures.com Sonata Shima is the latest colourful addition to Noro’s yarn range. Each skein offers a subtle striping effect with an…

Enjoy a Cornish treat at YAFF

Q I’ve heard the Russian cast-off is a good method for lace shawls. How do you work this technique? A This loose and stretchy method is often used for lace shawls, as it enables the edging to be blocked out aggressively, allowing the intricate lace patterning to ‘shine’. It’s particularly useful when the shawl has a border with scallops or points.…

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We’ve put together a bundle of yarns and books for this month’s giveaway, which can be won by one lucky reader! Our prize pile contains a copy of Texture by Erika Knight, which contains 20 contemporary knitting patterns, and Verity Castledine’s The Sock Drawer, a collection of 10 sock projects. Plus, there’s a selection of yarns for you to try, including six skeins of Erika Knight’s Studio Linen, six balls of Scheepjes Stone Washed, two balls of Novita Venla, and a skein of West Yorkshire Spinners Exquisite 4ply. To be in with chance of winning this prize, simply enter our giveaway online at: www.gathered.how/competitions/the-knitter-competitions/ OPEN TO UK ENTRANTS ONLY. CLOSING DATE IS 11PM ON 5 SEPTEMBER 2023. FOR T&C VISIT WWW.GATHERED.HOW/COMPETITION-TERMS-AND-CONDITIONS WIN! For a fun, friendly, yarn-filled afternoon, head to the Great Big Crochet/Knit Meet…

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Every month, three subscribers win a prize as a thank you for their loyalty to The Knitter. This month, the winners (below) will each receive this gorgeous bundle of Scheepjes Colour Crafter yarn. Happy knitting! SUBSCRIBER EXCLUSIVE WIN! Winners this issue F BEVINS DORCHESTER S WOODS WIGAN M WONG EXETER Our Media Limited, publishers of The Knitter Subs Stars giveaway Terms and Conditions: Prizes were dispatched before the on sale date of this issue. There are no cash alternatives. Three winning entries will be chosen at random from all current subscribers. The draw is final and no correspondence will be entered into.…

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SARAH HATTON Morgelyn

STITCH PATTERNS K1, P1 RIB (worked over an odd number of sts) Row 1: *K1, P1; rep from * to last st, K1. Row 2: *P1, K1; rep from * to last st, P1. Repeat these 2 rows for pattern. DIAMOND PATTERN (multiple of 6 sts + 3) Row 1 (RS): Knit. Row 2 (WS): P1A, *P1B, WYRS, P5A; rep from * to last 2 sts, P1B, P1A. Row 3: Using A, knit. Row 4: Using A, purl. Row 5: K1A, *K1A, P1B, K1A, LSKA, K1A, P1B; rep from * to last 2 sts, K2A. Row 6: P1B, WYRS, P3A, * P1B, WYRS, P5A; rep from * to last 5 sts, P1B, WYRS, P3A, P1B. Row 7: Using A, knit. Row 8: Using A, purl. Row 9 (RS): K1A, *LSKA, P1B, K3A, P1B; rep from * to last 2 sts, LSKA, K1A. Repeat rows 2-9 for pattern. DASH…

SARAH HATTON Morgelyn

MARY HENDERSON Skovin

PATTERN NOTE The pattern is worked flat, with yarn floats carried in back on RS rows, and in front on WS rows. Carry colours not being used up the side of the work. Note: where a yarn is last used on a RS row, if the next time it is used is also a RS row, break that yarn, and rejoin it when next used. FRONT Using 6mm needles and yarn A, cast on 59 sts. Knit 2 rows. PLACE CHART A Row 1 (RS): Work Row 1 of Chart A, rep sts 1-18 three times, then rep sts 1-5 once more. Row 2 (WS): Work Row 1 of Chart A, working sts 5-1 once, then rep sts 18-1 three times. Cont as set, working Rows 3-29 of Chart A, then work Rows 2-29 once more, then work…

MARY HENDERSON Skovin

SWAT CHES SHOWN ACTUAL SIZE KING COLE Linendale DK Shade pictured Damson (5243) Ball weight/length 50g/120m Needle size 4mm (UK 8/US 6) Tension 22 sts and 28 rows to 10cm Fibre content 57% cotton, 30% viscose, 13% linen Care Machine wash 30°C RRP £2.89 Contact www.kingcole.com 01756 703670 This yarn has a chainette construction and blends cotton, viscose and linen, knitting up into a distinctively textured fabric with a slightly rustic look. Knits made with Linendale will feel cool, calming and breathable, with a good drape, making this an ideal choice for summer knits. Choose from a palette of chalky shades and brighter jewel tones. MALABRIGO YARN Ultimate Sock Shade pictured Frank Ochre (035) Skein weight/length 100g/385m Needle size 2.25-3.25mm (UK 13-10/US 1-3) Tension 30-32 sts to 10cm Fibre content 75% superwash Merino wool, 25% nylon Care Machine wash cold RRP £15.99 Contact www.malabrigoyarn.com Available from www.woolwarehouse.co.uk Ultimate Sock combines the…

LOVELY LACE KNITS WITH HER new collection of 16 designs, Gabrielle Vézina aims to give novice and improving lace knitters the confidence to tackle openwork stitch patterns. Smaller projects to get you into the swing of lace knitting - or to make as gifts or use up your yarn stash - include a chic lace hat and a hair scrunchie. There are three sock patterns, including a pair with an airy, mesh-like fabric, and a DK-weight design which uses increases and decreases to form a curving arch pattern. Simple lace adorns the ‘Cedar’ hat and mittens set, while the stunning ‘Winter Wheat’ scarf has an intricate lace and bobble pattern. Gabrielle’s patterns demonstrate how lace stitches can bring a touch of beauty to everyday wear. The ‘Pine Cone Sweater’, for example, incorporates a…

ON SALE NOW! JUST £9.99* inc free UK P&P WHAT’S INSIDE! MOUNTAIN-TOP PERSPECTIVE TRAVEL WITH LITERATURE GET BACK TO LETTER WRITING YOGA POSES & ARTWORK ORDER YOUR COPY TODAY! ORDER ONLINE www.buysubscriptions.com/calm23 OR CALL 03330 162 138+ AND QUOTE ‘Calm 2023 Print 1’ +UK calls will cost the same as other standard fixed line numbers (starting 01 or 02) and are included as part of any inclusive or free minutes allowances (if offered by your phone tariff). Lines open weekdays 9am to 5pm. Overseas please call +44 (0)1604 973 746. Price for UK including postage is £9.99, EUR price £11.99, ROW price £12.99. All prices include P&P. Please allow up to 28 days for delivery. Offer subject to availability. This is a reprint of Project Calm 2018.…

BRONAGH MISKELLY Samoëns

PATTERN NOTES The lace pattern is worked completely on each side of the marked centre stitch. That means you work the first stitch of the chart after the first marker, and the last before the second marker, then you do the same between the third and fourth markers. CHART PATTERNS CHART A Row 1 (RS): Yo, K1, *yo, K1, CDD, K1, yo, K1; rep from * to mrk, yo. 2 sts inc’d. Row 2 (WS): P to mrk. Row 3: Yo, K2, *K1, yo, CDD, yo, K2; rep from * to last st before mrk, K1, yo. 2 sts inc’d. Row 4: PFB, P to last st before mrk, PFB. 2 sts inc’d. Row 5: (Yo, K1) twice, CDD, *(K1, yo) twice, K1, CDD; rep from * to last 2 sts before mrk, (K1, yo) twice. 2 sts inc’d. Row 6:…

BRONAGH MISKELLY Samoëns

LOUISA HARDING Sundance Kid

BACK Using 3.25mm needles, cast on 91 (101:111:121:131:141:151:161) sts. Beg and ending rows as indicated, work 14 rows in patt from Chart A, ending with RS facing for next row. Change to 4mm needles. Beg with a K row, now work in st st as folls: Inc 1 st at each end of 5th (7th:7th:9th:9th: 11th:11th:13th) and every foll 12th row until there are 103 (113:123:133:143:153:163:173) sts. Cont straight until Back measures 31½ (32:32½:33:33½:34:35:36) cm, ending with RS facing for next row. SHAPE ARMHOLES Cast off 4 sts at beg of next 2 rows. 95 (105:115:125:135:145:155:165) sts. Dec 1 st at each end of next and foll 5 alt rows. 83 (93:103:113:123:133:143:153) sts. Work 1 row, ending with RS facing for next row. Work 4 rows in garter stitch, ending with RS facing for next row. Beg and ending rows as indicated, repeating…

LOUISA HARDING Sundance Kid

THE FIBRE CO. Cable Wristwarmers

THIS PROJECT from The Fibre Co. team will make the perfect little treat for yourself or a friend - choose between a longer-length mitt, or keep things snug and short by your wrists. These cabled wristwarmers are knitted in the beautifully soft and warm Road to China Light, a sportweight blend of baby alpaca, silk, camel and cashmere fibres. CHART NOTE Establish Cable Pattern as follows: Right Wristwarmer: K3, work Cable Pattern Chart, knit to end. Left Wristwarmer: K29, work Cable Pattern Chart, knit to end. RIGHT WRISTWARMER Using 3.25mm needles, cast on 50 sts. Pm and join to work in the rnd. Rnd 1: *K1, P1; rep from * to end. This rnd sets rib. Work 2cm in rib as set. Next rnd: (K1, P1) 3 times, K1, M1L, (P1, K1) twice, M1L, (P1, K1) twice, P1, M1R, (K1,…

THE FIBRE CO. Cable Wristwarmers

PAT MENCHINI Portree

CHART PATTERNS CENTRE PANEL (worked over 42 sts) Row 1 (RS): K1, (P2, K1) twice, P5, (TW2, P6) twice, TW2, P5, K1, (P2, K1) twice. Row 2 and every alt row: Work across 42 sts knitting or purling sts as they present. Row 3: K1, (P2, K1) twice, P4, (T2B, T2F, P4) 3 times, K1, (P2, K1) twice. Row 5: K1, (P2, K1) twice, P3, (T2B, P2, T2F, P2) 3 times, P1, K1, (P2, K1) twice. Row 7: (K1, P2) 3 times, (T2B, P4, T2F) 3 times, (P2, K1) 3 times. Row 9: (K1, P2) 3 times, K1, (P6, TW2) twice, P6, K1, (P2, K1) 3 times. Row 11: (K1, P2) 3 times, (T2F, P4, T2B) 3 times, (P2, K1) 3 times. Row 13: K1, (P2, K1) twice, P3, (T2F, P2, T2B, P2) 3 times, P1, K1, (P2, K1) twice. Row…

PAT MENCHINI Portree

MILLAMIA Dahlia

PATTERN NOTE Try not to strand the yarn too tightly when you are slipping the stitches, as this can cause the finished fabric to pucker and can alter the tension. STRIPE SEQUENCE First Block: 2 rows each (yarns B, C and A) 4 times, 2 rows yarn B. Second Block: 2 rows each (yarns C, A and D) 4 times, 2 rows yarn C. Third Block: 2 rows each (yarns A, D and E) 4 times, 2 rows yarn A. Fourth Block: 2 rows each (yarns D, E and B) 4 times, 2 rows yarn D. Fifth Block: 2 rows each (yarns E, B and C) 4 times, 2 rows yarns E. These 130 rows form the stripe sequence and are repeated. BACK AND FRONT (both alike) Using 2.75mm needles and yarn A, cast on 134 (150:166:182:198:214:230) sts. Rib row 1: K2,…

MILLAMIA Dahlia

Stepping back in time

BACK IN Issue 184, I recounted my trip through Swaledale following in the footsteps of Marie Hartley and Joan Ingilby, writers of the 1951 book, The Old Hand-Knitters of The Dales. Now, we come to Hawes, in Wensleydale. These days, it’s home to the Dales Countryside Museum, which has a special significance for fans of knitting history. Back in 1941, Marie Hartley was illustrating books for the Yorkshire writer, Ella Pontefract. Horne’s Private Museum in Leyburn - a Wensleydale town - was closing down, and the two women decided to try and save some of its contents, to keep them in the Dales. The women bought thirteen lots at auction, and over the years, they added to their collection, saving knitting paraphernalia and other relicts of the everyday life of old…

Stepping back in time

SIÂN BROWN Painswick

THIS BLANKET features a large central panel decorated with interlocking diamond cables. Bands of moss stitch are worked around the edge, while two panels knitted in a two-colour mosaic pattern frame the central cable section. PATTERN NOTE Slip all stitches with yarn on the WS. STITCH PATTERNS MOSAICPATTERN Row 1 (RS): Knit in yarn A. Row 2: Purl in yarn A. Row 3: Using yarn B, K16, *(Sl 1, K1) 5 times, Sl 1, K11; rep from * another 3 times, K5. Row 4: Using yarn B, P16, *(Sl 1, K1) 5 times, Sl 1, P11; rep from * another 3 times, P5. Rows 5-12: Rep rows 1 to 4 twice more. Row 13: As row 1. Row 14: As row 2. Row 15: Using yarn B, K4, (K1, Sl 1) 6 times, *K11, (Sl 1, K1) 5 times, Sl 1; rep…

SIÂN BROWN Painswick

KATH ANDREWS Caramel Slice

PATTERN NOTES END OF ROW DECREASES Unless otherwise specified, work end of row decreases as follows: RS beg of row: K1, SSK… RS end of row: …K2tog, K1. WS beg of row: P1, P2tog… WS end of row: …P2tog tbl, P1. BUTTON BAND Note: Although stitches are picked up all around the body, the button band is worked in rows. At the end of a row, turn work. Markers are numbered as reached during each row (e.g. 8th mrk on RS row is first mrk on WS row). When picking up stitches, to make picking up the correct number easier: Pick up 1 st for every cast-on or cast-off st. Pick up 2 sts for every 2 rows along Chart rows. Pick up approx. 4 sts for every 5 rows along stocking stitch. STITCH PATTERNS CHART (SLIP STITCH PATTERN) Join yarns B and C as…

KATH ANDREWS Caramel Slice

Dyeing Dreamscapes of Derbyshire

CARRIE WARR is the master colourist behind Peak District Yarns, and her uniquely dyed colourways reflect the landscapes, villages and historic houses found in the Peak District. From the seasonal tones of wild heather moorlands, to vibrant variations in floral foliage seen on village well dressings, we discuss the inspiration behind Carrie’s work, and how she encourages a community of fellow yarn dyers through workshops at her studio in the Derbyshire village of Tideswell. What drew you to this area of the Peak District, and is there a vibrant local scene in terms of knitting and yarn-related events? “I grew up in Sheffield, with the Peak District on my doorstep; when my partner and I were looking to move back up north after a career in London, the Peak District was a…

Dyeing Dreamscapes of Derbyshire

SANNA MÅRD CASTMAN Sudersand

PATTERN NOTE When working partial reps of Chart A, if you cannot work a full C2B or C2F, work that stitch in stocking stitch. When working partial reps of Chart B, if you cannot work a corresponding yarnover and decrease then work in stocking stitch instead. FRONT Using 3mm circular needles, 80cm long, cast on 119 (131:141:155:165:177:189:201:212) sts. Knit 3 rows. Change to 3.5mm circular needles. Row 1 (RS): K58 (66:71:77:83:89:95:101:106), (beg with Row 1 of Charts, work 4 sts in Chart A, work 13 sts in Chart B) 3 (3:4:4:4: 5:5:5:6) times, work 4 (4:1:4:4:2:4:4:3) sts in Chart A, work 5 (9:0:5:9:0:4:10:0) sts in Chart B, K1. Row 2 (WS): K1, work in patt as set to last 58 (66:71:77:83:95:101:106) sts, P57 (65:70:76:82:88:94:100:105) sts, K1. ** Cont in patt as set from row 3 of both patts, working rows…

SANNA MÅRD CASTMAN Sudersand

THE BEAUTY OF TUCK STITCHES

IF YOU’RE a machine knitter, you may have heard of tuck stitches. If you are solely a hand-knitter, you’re less likely to be familiar with the concept. In this article, I’m going to explore some of the features of this fantastic, endlessly adaptable technique, and look at how you can use it to explore different textures in your knitting. I must start by mentioning Nancy Marchant’s seminal book on this topic – Tuck Stitches: Sophistication in Handknitting. Nancy is the undisputed queen of this technique, and I can’t recommend her book highly enough. You might wonder what I have to add on the subject, and I did wonder myself, but Nancy’s book explores two-colour tuck stitches, and I want to look more at how single-colour tuck stitches can transform the texture…

THE BEAUTY OF TUCK STITCHES

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KENNY CHUA Yari

PATTERN NOTES Rib pattern consists of 2 RS rows and 2 WS rows. When instructions state to repeat inc row every 8th row, this includes all rows. For example, after working inc row, work next RS row, then next 2 WS rows, then next 2 RS rows, then next 2 WS rows - 7 rows. Work inc on next (8th) row (row 1 of rib patt). This also applies to every 12th row. STITCH PATTERNS SLIP STITCH RIB PATTERN (multiple of 2 sts + 1) Row 1 (RS): Using yarn A, knit. Slide sts back to beg of needle to work next row from RS. Row 1 (RS): Using yarn B, P1, *Sl 1 wyib, P1; rep from * to end. Turn. Row 2 (WS): Using yarn A, purl. Slide sts back to beg of needle to work next row…

KENNY CHUA Yari

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Issue 191 Cabled cardigan • Textured jumper • Fair Isle tank top • Brioche shawl • Men’s cabled waistcoat • Lace socks • Lace yoked top • Fair Isle tea cosy • Child’s cabled hoody • Lace cardigan • Textured T-shirt SEE THE PATTERNS IN DETAIL HERE http://bit.ly/RAVTKN Issue 190 Lace T-shirt • Cabled shell top • Lace & cable socks • Brioche jumper • Men’s cabled sweater • Textured vest top • Striped cowl • Embroidered cardigan • Lace shawl • Intarsia cat cardigan Issue 189 Lace top • Colourwork jumper • Intarsia sweater • Lacy T-shirt • Men’s cabled cardigan • Fair Isle hats • Brioche scarf • Wrap cardigan • Child’s intarsia jumper • Summer sock collection Issue 188 Textured jumper • Fair Isle tank top • Cabled sweater • Lace yoked jumper • Shawl…

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Abbreviations alt alternate approx approximately beg beginning ch chain cn cable needle cont continue dc double crochet (US single crochet) dec decrease (work two stitches together) DK double knitting DPN double-pointed needle dtr double treble (US treble crochet) est established foll following inc increase K knit KFB knit into front and back of stitch K2tog knit the next two stitches together kwise knitwise meas measures M1 make one (see M1L) M1pw make 1 st purlwise: with LH needle lift the strand between next and last st from front to back and purl through the back loop M1L left leaning increase: with left needle tip, lift strand between needles from front to back. Knit lifted loop through back of loop M1R right leaning increase: with left needle tip, lift strand between needles from back to front. Knit lifted loop through front of loop MB make a bobble mrk marker P purl patt pattern(s) PB place bead PFB purl into front…

The game is afoot

THINGS ARE getting interesting here on the farm. To paraphrase Leon Trotsky, “there will be a permanent revolution!” Hyperbole aside, I have spent a couple of months in deep thought, balancing what I can and want to achieve with the wool from my farm. I want to make my farm economically successful with wool as its main crop. To this end, I am continuing to develop uses for second-grade wool, as I discussed last month, but my sheepies’ fleece needs to be of the best quality possible to get the best financial return. The best return is from supreme quality yarns. I have thought again about what this means for the farm and my yarn business - mostly concerning whether a relentless pursuit without compromise (thanks again, Trotsky) can work financially…

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EMMA VINING Glenfinnan

NOTES As this is a hand-dyed yarn, you may prefer to alternate between two skeins throughout the garment. To create the front and back cable panels, the number of pattern rows worked between sets of cable patterns A and B are gradually decreased. For the upper body, patterns A and B are alternated without any additional pattern rows worked between them. CHART PATTERNS PATTERN A (worked over 14 sts + 13 sts and 10 rows) Row 1 (RS): C3F, P3, *P4, C3B, K1, C3F, P3; rep from * to last 7 sts, P4, C3B. Row 2 (WS): P3, K4, *(K3, P2) twice, K4; rep from * to last 6 sts, K3, P3. Row 3: K1, C3F, P2, *P3, C3B, K3, C3F, P2; rep from * to last 7 sts, P3, C3B, K1. Row 4: P4, K3, *K2, P2, K5, P2,…

EMMA VINING Glenfinnan

EMMA VINING’S lovely ‘Glenfinnan’ design is knitted in Fabulous, the hand-dyed British wool-silk blend from the artisan brand Mc Intosh, based in south-east London. Hand-dyer James Mc Intosh is the creative force behind the brand, and 2023 has been a busy year for him, and has included a TEDx Talk, and live knitting events on TikTok. We caught up with James to find out more about his recent work. James, what’s so fabulous about Mc Intosh’s Fabulous yarn? “When I received my test samples of the yarn, I knew as soon as I felt it that it was Fabulous! The long staple fibre of British Bluefaced Leicester together with grade A mulberry silk led to a very fine, high-quality yarn. The colour absorption from the hand-dyeing was superb, as was the stitch…

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