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INSIDE: BACK TO SCHOOL IN STYLE 30 + ISSUE 187 Sept 2022 Patterns! THE UK’S BESTSELLING KNIT MAG Handmade is HAPPY AYE, AYE ME HEARTIES! FUN PIRATE PLUSH Chill out this autumn with sensational knits Sizes 8-30 5 WEAR EASY FAIR ISLE & WOW HAT AND MITTS TOPS LET’S GO ECO! SIMPLE STRIPES TRY THIS! GORGEOUS SUSTAINABLE KNITTING PENCIL CASE PAL SOFT CABLE TEXTURED AT YOUR NEEDLETIPS! CARDI COWL NOT TO BE NEW SEASON YARN IT’S SOCK SEASON! WIN A CRUISE MISSED! CELEBRATE AUTUMNAL ALL YOU NEED TO KNOW PLUS: OVER £1,300 OF FAB COLOUR AND TEXTURE TO KNIT PERFECT PAIRS FREEBIES UP FOR GRABS FelinFach is supporting Tree- Nation Off ering a stunning collection of British hand dyed yarns using pure botanical natural dyes. Perfect for creating projects for the autumn. Natural dye kits, projects books, Cocoknits and Cohana accessories plus more! Craft Courses - 2022 Learn how to hand dye yarn or develop your skills in our FelinFach Dye Studio which is located in the north Pembrokeshire countryside. You will be provided with all the materials you need to complete each workshop. For more information please visit our website www.felinfach.com EDITOR’S Letter 14 Welcome! 65 While I love summer (who doesn’t?) the move into autumn is always exciting for us knitters! The thrill of discovering new- season yarns, and then gathering together your favourite patterns... bliss! To get you on track for all the autumn goodness ahead, we’ve got patterns galore. First things first. If you’re looking for some nifty knits to start the new season in style, check out the glorious range of tops starting on page 14. There is something for all 90 occasions, whether you need to dress up or dress down: think chic-wear to casual cover-up and everything in between. ABOVE RIGHT: The Amazing We’ve got plenty of ideas for the youngsters in your life, Autumn Collection, p14 ABOVE LEFT: Val Pierce’s too. Turn to page 51 for Nicola Valiji’s super-cute daxie pencil Pirate, p65 case, and get them swim-ready with Susie Johns’ swimming CENTRE: Cowl tutorial, p90 kit on page 41. Val Pierce’s hearty pirate on page 65 will be a BOTTOM LEFT: The Eco Edit, p55 sure-fire hit for kids to enjoy some imaginative play. BOTTOM RIGHT: Fair Isle hat As always, we’ve got inspo and ideas to help you and mitts, p31 improve your skills. Over on page 34, deputy ed Adrienne 31 reveals the essentials for sock success, and Jo Allport guides you through an embossed design on page 90. We’ve also got five pages of great products for anyone wishing to add an eco twist to their favourite hobby. Turn to page 55 to find out more. Finally, I will bid you all a sad farewell. 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SUBSCRIBE TODAY! Go to page Sarah 38 and Get Let’s Knit delivered straight to your door sign up! FREE* H O S 1,200G P PAISLEY YARN y &Cs appl SWBUHUBENSNCD RYLOIBEUE! GIFTSTOYOU.COM T * Ffleaintcsdek bnuosito makta. c gom/ T@wleetestk unsit mag Fpleoitnlsltokewnrei tusmst/ a ogn I@nsletatsgkrnamitm ag www Vleitssitk unsit .acto .uk All items from patterns published by Let’s Knit are for personal use only and cannot be sold. Multiple copies are exactly the same we advise readers to swatch an alternative yarn carefully before choosing to use it for their of any part of this publication may not be made, and no part of this publication whether in its original form or a project. The publishers are not responsible for any safety issues arising from any items knitted from patterns reproduction thereof may be sold. All patterns featured within Let’s Knit are reproduced in good faith that they contained within Let’s Knit magazine. Please note that toys with small parts are not suitable for children under three do not infringe any copyright. DISCLAIMER: We recommend that readers use the main specified yarn for every years of age. If making a toy for a very young child, omit any buttons and embroider the details instead. Babies project as this will produce the best results. The alternatives given are suggestions only, and as no two yarns should be supervised when playing with toys. Prices are all correct at time of print. 03 letsknit.co.uk SHOPPING In thisS eiptsemsbuer 2e022 8 See it, Want it, Love it! Our top picks for September 40 This Month We’re Loving… Christmas Top ideas and inspo to kick-start your festive knits 14 41 68 Sock Yarns Give your feet a treat with these best buys 80 Fab & Fruity Pumpkin Spice up your knits with warming orange tones 85 Newsflash Catch up with the latest news in knitting FOCUS Cover 34 It’s Sock Season Star The essential guide to knitting your own fancy footwear 55 The Eco Edit It’s Zero Waste Week this month! Find out how to be an eco-friendly knitter Swimming Bag Set 72 British Knitting and Crochet Awards Get voting for your chance to win a cruise! 51 78 Get the Autumn Look Fab yarns and patterns for the new season 89 What’s the Secret? Top tips for those trickier techniques PEOPLE 10 Knit it, Write it, Share it Your fantastic letters and makes 12 Out & About Find out what to do and when 82 Charity Corner Sausage Dog Pencil Case Knitters using their needles to make a difference 98 Life on the Grid 69 Gathered Waist Top We chat to sustainable hand-dyer Katie Franceschi about her colourful Instagram account Contact us I N EVERY ISSUE NEED A LITTLE HELP? 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WIN! 49 31 MORE THAN £1,300 OF GREAT PRIZES ON PAGE 92 Hot Water Bottle Cover 63 Fair Isle Hat PATTERNS and Mitts 65 16 Blister Stitch Sweater 19 Simple Roll-neck Jumper 22 Super Chunky Cable Pullover 25 Collared and Cabled Sweater 27 Gathered Waist Top 31 Fair Isle Hat and Mitts 36 Fair Isle Socks 41 Swimming Bag Set 45 Beaded Mug Bag 49 Hot Water Bottle Cover 51 Sausage Dog Pencil Case 63 Dots and Ridges Blanket 65 Lucky the Pirate 69 Kid’s Cable Cardigan 75 Baby Shoes 86 Crochet Baby Comforter Lucky the Pirate 90 Heart Cowl Tutorial Dots and Ridges Blanket 1 BlisterS wSetaittcerh Sniemcpkl eJ uRmoplelr- ChSuunpkery Caonldl aCraebdl ed SE6-P Cable Sweater CA Pullover TIOGE N THE AMAZING AUTUMN COLLECTION Starts on page 14 05 letsknit.co.uk JUST FOR YOU THIS MONTH TEN CUTE WHAT’S IN TOYS TO KNIT Only in THE BOX? 5 + CLASSIC Classic toy patterns! SHADES MIX AND MATCH THESE FAMILY FAVOURITES! From stacking rings and building blocks to super cute characters, Sachiyo Ishii’s ten-piece toy set is full of nostalgia and charm. There are projects for all skill levels, plus the chance to put your colourwork skills to the test. Our kits now come in a slimline pack, simply snip the inner bag and watch your yarn spring into shape. Share photos of your finished toys on social media or get in touch using the details Slimline pack, over on page 11. We can’t wait to see them! same great yarn! 6 FREE* YARNS BONUS! HELLO, AUTUMN! WORTH £9.99! 6 FAB KNITS TO MAKE, WEAR & LOVE sponsored by Fits SIX AUTUMN y0ea-4rs Knit the rainbow with these bright and beautiful mini balls of yarny MAKES FROM goodness! Featuring five DK Dress- up toy yarns, plus a glorious pom-pom thRroeaer-spoiemcee loiountfi +t effect, you’ll soon be crafting Clever cables in full technicolour. This pack is worth £9.99 but you lucky LK readers can get it for free*. Turn to page 88 to find out how! in your 16-page Quick & cosy Purrfect * send-away offer, UK customers only, pattern book halto fvoerr scat WITH YOUR COPY OF just pay postage SEPT 2022 Easy home style DON’T MISS THIS! MORE REASONS TO Knit the nativity! 6 yarns + easy patterns! love this issue! Only in 16-page Amazing Autumn Collection – gorgeous garments for the new season! Find out how to become an eco-friendly crafter – sustainable ideas and more on page 55 A hoy there! Lucky the Pirate. Find the pattern on page 65. W in a cruise! Vote in the British Knitting & Crochet Awards to enter our prize draw! (p72) C ast on for Christmas! Get in the festive mood OCTOBER ISSUE OF LET’S KNIT ON with our project picks (p40) SALE THURSDAY 25TH AUGUST 07 letsknit.co.uk SEE IT, WANT IT, Love it! ADRIENNE CHANDLER PRESENTS OUR TOP BUYS FOR SEPTEMBER! Adventure Time TERRIFIC IN TWEED The school holidays may be over but Introducing new Donegal Rich Tweed, a why should the fun stop? The Hide Out stunning pure wool from McIntosh! We just Hoodie from Sirdar is knitted in Snuggly adore these vivid shades, all dyed by hand Replay, a cotton-blend DK. The long-sleeved to create a wonderful depth of colour. The version is a wardrobe staple, while the range is inspired by founder James sleeveless option is ideal for layering. McIntosh’s family connections as his Have fun with colour by picking your grandfather was from Clarcam, just outside youngster’s favourite shades. The of Donegal Town. The yarn is available in pattern fits age 3-7 years and has DK and 4ply weights and costs £22.50 from an RRP of £3.15. Find stockists knitmcintosh.com and more at sirdar.com Double Up, up up and away The folk at Lola & Mawu might call this a garden Give your notions bag a lift with basket, but you know these bright and beautiful stitch what will look even stoppers. They fit needle sizes better inside? Yarn, of 2.5mm to 8mm and will prevent course! Hand-woven by your stitches dropping off when a cooperative of women you’re taking a break from knitting. artisans in Ghana, the Each tin comes with four pairs of collection is fair trade colourful stoppers, plus a set of and comes in a fabulous cute hot air balloons. Get yours for range of colourways. £7.50 from bellwetheryarns.com Each basket costs £49 from lolaandmawu.com 08 letsknit.co.uk Shop the WHAT’S New COLLECTION 1 Featuring a crisp 1 v-neck and an Clever eye-catching colourwork chequerboard pattern, the Check Mate vest is one of the latest kit designs by Olympian-turned-knitter, 2 Tom Daley. Choose from two pastel colourways. 2 Everyone needs a comfy cardi in their lives and The Heart on Your Sleeve cardigan 3 is suitable for beginners. Animal Magic All of Tom’s garment designs can be worn by men and women. Lisa Dobbs is the clever designer behind Wee 3 Woolly Wonderfuls and, thanks to Stylecraft, her adorable crochet toy patterns will be The heart motif continues on the Say coming soon to a yarn store near you! As It With Love vest. The well as a fabulous menagerie of animals, collection also includes the collection includes cute Christmas blankets and macrame Show characters. The patterns have an RRP of homewares. the love £2.50 for small projects or £4.50 for larger Prices start from £29. designs. Find your local Stylecraft retailer Visit bytomdaley.com at stylecraft-yarns.co.uk “Stacey Solomon is a huge fan Sweet of the kits, and when she did Charity several Instagram stories about her making the Bunnies for her We love to hear of crafters using their skills to make a new baby, everyone went crazy for difference, and designers them! It’s the gift that’s kept, when Annelie Ohlsson and Lily Langman, a.k.a the Cumbrian others have been grown out of.” Knitter, have teamed up to create the Unstoppable top, Wee Woolly Wonderfuls creator Lisa Dobbs with all proceeds going to charities supporting women and children in Ukraine. It features neat rib and a lace Keep Cosy panel and fits chest size 80-150cm. Buy the pattern by searching Unstoppable Be prepared for a turn on ravelry.com in temperature with this CUTE & COSY quick-to-knit hat and cowl combo from Martin If you’re a new knitter who is keen Storey. Featured in the to move onto larger projects, then Easy Style collection the beginner level knitting kits from published by Quail We Are Knitters offer everything you Studio, these are just need to take that next step on your two of 12 super chunky knitting journey. This striking Kilim designs for beginners blanket kit includes 100% Petite and beyond, all knitted in Wool, the pattern, needles and a We Rowan Big Wool. Buy the Are Knitters embroidered label and pattern book for £15 at sewing needle. Available for £85 knitrowan.com or check from weareknitters.co.uk the website to find a stockist near you. 09 letsknit.co.uk Knit it, Write it, SHARE IT WE LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU – CHECK OUT YOUR AMAZING PROJECTS IN THIS MONTH’S READER GALLERY! Post / Email / Twitter / Facebook / Instagram / Pinterest Star Letter MONTH Make of the My Swaledale tea cosy was the first tea cosy I attempted. I had just bought a new book on stitch patterns and I wanted to try the loop stitch! It took me four attempts to get the hang of it – it’s very fiddly! It was intended for my own teapot, but when I posted the finished article on Twitter someone wanted to buy it immediately! LK reader Louise has won Louise Walton Adventures in Pompom Land book plus pom-pom We love to see our readers trying out new skills – a huge makers from Clover well done for mastering a tricky stitch, Louise! Dear Let’s Knit, I thought I would show you the throw/ blanket I’ve knitted. It’s a great way of Pinspiration! relaxing and any knitter can knit one, from beginners to advanced. I’ve been following your tips on knitting to help Member of with mental health and would say this is the perfect pattern. I could pick it up and the Month put it down again when I had a spare ten minutes and put my worries on hold whilst the stitches just glide along my Introducing… Susan Evans needles. It also used up lots of my yarn How long have you been stash! I’m going to raffle it so not only knitting? About 63 years – my has it helped my mental health but it will also help a charity. dad taught me. Julie Kearney Proudest knitting moment: I sent a knitted Queen doll We’re thrilled that knitting has and knitted card to Her had such a good impact on your Majesty and received a wellbeing, Julie! ‘thank you’ back. Worst knitting disaster: When my husband September is here which means the knocked a glass of leaves are turning, the temperatures red wine onto a white are falling and our favourite season 3ply christening shawl I was is almost upon us! Summer might be halfway through knitting ! behind us, but autumn means it’s time for snuggly sweaters, cosy cowls and Favourite people to knit for: chunky yarn – which we knitters can’t I love to knit for my town – I LK reader Julie has won five balls of get enough of! Be inspired with our King Cole Forest Aran and Clover hide knits for folk to find and Autumn Leaves collection Takumi needles! Congratulations! it’s really cheered people up. at pinterest.com/letsknitmag 10 letsknit.co.uk