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 219

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Primrose Lane • This yoked top with floral colourwork is knitted in a combination of mohair and wool yarns

The Knitter loves… • …ideas, websites, patterns, events, inspiration and more!

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

ARTISTIC REPAIRS • The best books on darning & visible mending

Stitches on screen • The best online knitting videos

Q&A • Cory Sydee looks at how to prevent a curl in your corrugated ribbing

EVENTS GUIDE • Workshops, yarn shows & holidays to inspire your knitting

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Seeing Stripes • This vibrant stranded colourwork tank top will make a cosy layering piece for autumn

Yarn choice • Our round-up of elegant yarns for early autumn projects includes blends of wool, silk, mohair, linen and alpaca

Great reads • Create stunning colourwork sweaters for yourself and for your canine companion with this charming collection

Edale • This raglan sweater is knitted in a soft, hazy yarn and features a pretty pattern of lace and bobbles

Lydden Wood • This elegant wrap has a spectacular diamond lace pattern worked in a cashmere blend

CROCHET INSPIRATION FOR THE FESTIVE SEASON • Get your hook and yarn ready to make decorations, gifts, toys, accessories and so much more!

Lusia • Stay cool and comfortable in this neatly cabled cotton sweater

Hamilton • An unusual pattern of chain-like cables brings texture to this round-necked tank top

Windswept, Wool & Wonder • Janine Sterland explores the beautiful yarn and kits produced from the wool of the Mackenzie family’s croft on Shetland

Kynance Cove • This lightweight, cashmere-blend jumper is decorated with panels of mosaic patterning

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Flying Friends • Children will adore the sweet little butterflies and ladybirds on this colourful sweater

WEE COUNTY YARNS • This Scottish online yarn store is known for its pure wools and fun colourwork designs, as Rhian Drinkwater discovers

Mordros Sweater • This light and floaty jumper is perfect for showcasing a special hand-dyed yarn

Whitstable Bag • This practical drawstring bag has i-cord straps and a striped fabric

Calling all puzzle fans! • A collection of 180 brain teasers designed to test your knowledge and get your mental gears turning

Rory • This easy-going shawl-collar cardigan is a must for any man’s wardrobe

CASTING ON A LOT OF STITCHES • Helen Spedding offers her top tips for casting on large numbers of stitches when using the long-tail cast-on technique

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NEXT MONTH • Seasonal gift ideas & cosy garments from Emma Vining Bronagh Miskelly Outi Kater Jennie Atkinson Anniken Allis …and more

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Midsummer monsoon • Heavy rain after the long drought is not dampening the spirits of Graeme Bethune or his sheep on Ballachly Farm

Delft Sweater • A stunning panel of stranded colourwork decorates the front of this soft, striped...