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10 top tips for eco knitting!
With climate change hitting the headlines, and yarn and tool manufacturers getting more eco conscious, there's no better time to get greener
"After all the months of working on the tower... it was up!"
Keen knitter Joanne brought her community together with an ambitious woolly project - a tower of yarny blooms for the local church...
DREAM CLEAN
Spruce up the crafty way with this handknit soap bag
Knitting know-how
Write to our accomplished Q&A experts and have your tricky knitting queries and questions answered in no time!
DAY TRIPPER
For retail therapy with a smile, knit up this super-cute shopping tote with mega-chunky yarn from your stash.
KEEP GROWING
Perfect as a gift for a green-fingered friend, this trio of textured plant pot cosies can be knitted up in no time!
Lend a hand
Cast on our fun copyright-free pattern for items you can knit and sell, and discover a passion for fundraising with our charity focus
No thanks, I'm just looking...
Phil Saul on why a lifelong addiction to yarn can push even the most well-mannered knitter over the edge sometimes and in the most unlikely places!
Commu-knitty
We take a closer look at inspirational craft stories and meet people from the world of yarn! Got a knitty story to tell?
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How to...Get the most out of yarn shows
With posh yarns, great choice and top experts, craft shows are more than just shopping, they're a must-have experience
UK YARN SHOP LOVE
Wherever you are in the UK, your local yarn shop is a place to indulge in your craft. Step inside and discover the community on your doorstep
Tom Daley: from diving to designing
With chunky yarns and bumper needles Tom Daley burst onto the craft scene with not only an unexpected passion for knitting, but designing too!
Show us your stash
Got a yarn haul to show off? We take a closer look at the stashes of reader Katie Donaldson, and designers Monica Russel ard Siân Brown. Could you be next?
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MAKE IT MODERN
These sophisticated yet simple cushions pad a plain sofa corner with a boost of contemporary style.
PLAY IT CALM
Harmonious colours are punctuated by a pop of zesty yellow in this modern take on a traditional intarsia blanket.
FRILLY FLOURISH
Plants are like friends, show them you care by perking up their pots with our simple lacy decorations.
HAZY LACE HUGS
This easier-than-it-looks lacy sleeved wrap will not only gain you style brownie points, it'll up your skill set too!
FIT AND FLARE
A loose silhouette and lace loveliness make this gorgeous silk-mix jumper by Pat Menchini exciting to knit and a joy to wear
DOT, DASH, DOT
Answer your family's chilly-toed SOS with these snuggly colourwork socks knitted in a rich wool mix.
CHEVRON CHASE
Blend colours into Fair Isle stripes to create a warming bobble hat straight from your very own stash.
TWISTED HEARTS
If you think your outdoor wear could do with an update, this snuggly cowl could be just the refresh you’re after!
Sky Blue Scandi
Envelope the Men in Your Life in Beautiful Fair Isle! This Aran-Knit Cardigan comes in the coolest colour combination. By Bergère de France
POCKET HEART
Go Big! Cosy up On a Winter’s Day with This Over-Sized Cropped Jumper, Complete with Cute Detail. by Sarah Moncrieff
All the love
Spread a little Valentine’s joy with this practical chunky-knit poncho with a cute love heart in knitted pink bobbles.
ALL IN A TWIST
Wondering What to Do with Your Oddments of Wool? Create a Totally Unique Plaited Cowl Using Simple Knitted Strips. by Sophie Jordan
HAPPY NEW YEAR!
There’s nothing more British than welcoming in the new year with a cuppa– cast on this tea cosy for an extra traditional treat.
Being the eternal student
Sock-knitting queen Christine Perry – aka blogger The Winwick Mum – invites us to embrace the new year and all the creative possibilities it brings…
BRIGHT DELIGHT
If you’ve got a stash collection that’s overflowing, our stunning rainbow cushion is the perfect solution! By Sophie Jordan