Simply Knitting May 2022

From garments to toys, accessories to homewares, there’s lots to be excited about this issue! Tom Kitten™ by Ann Franklin is our enchanting star turn. From his sweet hat and smile to his stripy tail, he’s the ultimate gift knit. Follow up with Sian Brown’s leaf jumper and its modern intarsia and chain stitch detail, just for you. Then, Amanda Berry treats us to The Loch Ness Monster, complete with short rows and 3D spots. Our exclusive Burda Knitting magazine contains an extra 21easy-knit designs for everyday luxury, which means we’re giving you more garment patterns than any other monthly knitting magazine this month! As always, there’s so much more to enjoy, including great giveaways, expert advice, copyright-free patterns and stash confessions. Have a knit-filled May! GET IN TOUCH! We’d love to…

TIPTOE THROUGH THE TULIPS… Tulips are a wonderful sign that spring is finally here, and what a treat to be able to add them to your latest knit. This new DROPS jumper is a pretty combo of simple lace and colour-themed Fair Isle that’ll bring smiles wherever you go. Worked from the top down in DROPS Paris, an aran weight yarn, you’ll find your jumper progresses quickly, and just in time to catch those late spring days. Free pattern download from www.garnstudio.com What I’m loving... For Editor Kirstie McLeod, spring brings cotton and silk yarns, single layers for kids and so much more Scheepjes Men’s Swallow Sweater The latest design to swoop in from Scheepjes is this multitextured jumper. Fabulously fresh, knitted in 100% cotton and springtime ready. Pattern £1.50, Swallow Sweater is featured in YARN The…

Woodland Knitting Needles Handcrafted from natural wood, and totally organic and rustic in shape, these needles are also embellished with decorative stars and large bells so they jingle while you’re knitting (quieter pompoms also available). £32, tinkertailoruk at www.etsy.com Whitecroft Aluminum Knitting Needles These quality needles are made from lightweight aluminium making them super light for you to hold. Available in a range of bright colours, they are smooth and reassuring to knit with too! From sizes 2.5mm to 15mm. For stockists visit www.whitecroft.co.uk Giant 40mm Knitting Needles Wool Couture’s giant needles are not for the feint hearted, although they do create amazing homewares in next-to-no time. Pair with some super-duper chunky yarn! £39.99, www.notonthehighstreet.com…

all the BEST CRAFT events! 2 July KNITTING DAY RETREAT Bowsden, Berwick-Upon-Tweed, Northumberland TD15 2TG The gorgeous landscape of rural Northumberland acts as a backdrop for this wonderful day out. A Whistlebare pattern is included in the price, as well as a skein of yarn and scrummy homemade food. You will be helped throughout the day by a tutor so that you can confidently finish your project at home. £95 per person. To book your place and learn more, head to www.whistlebare.com/shop/workshops 6 July FAIR ISLE KNITTING WORKSHOP Hare Hill Barn, Cartmel Fell, Grange over Sands, Cumbria LA11 6NZ During this six-hour workshop, you will knit a miniature Fair Isle cardigan, designed by English fibre artist, Chrissie Day. This will cleverly teach you all the processes involved in knitting and finishing a stranded garment in the round with steaks.…

IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ Cascade Andean Dream (worsted, 40% baby llama, 40% Merino wool, 20% nylon, 200m/100g) Alternatively try Cascade 220 in Shrimp (7804). Use the same yarn quantities as for Andean Dream For yarn quantities and measurements see size table □ A pair of 4.5mm needles □ A pair of 5mm needles □ Removable stitch markers TENSION 18 sts and 24 rows to 10x10cm (4x4in) measured over stocking stitch using 5mm needles 14 sts and 37 rows to 10x10cm (4x4in) measured over fisherman’s rib using 5mm needles ABBREVIATIONS k1b (knit in the stitch below) Insert RH needle into centre of the st directly below the next st on the LH needle and knit a st as you normally would, allowing original next st to drop from LH needle once complete double-dec *Insert RH needle into centre of the st…

IMPROVE YOUR SKILLS YOU WILL NEED □ Paintbox Wool Mix Aran (50% wool, 50% acrylic, 100g/180m) 2 balls of Stormy Grey (804) □ A pair of 4.5mm needles □ Lining material, 60x35cm □ Wadding, 60x35cm □ A pair of faux leather handles TENSION 18 sts and 24 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over stocking stitch using 4.5mm needles MEASUREMENTS 30cm wide x 27cm tall (12x10¾in) ABBREVIATIONS MB make bobble (K1, P1, K1) all into next st For a full list see page 95 WHERE TO BUY □ LoveCrafts 01409 404010 or www.lovecrafts.com 15% off! LoveCrafts at offering 15% off Paintbox Wool Mix Aran! Quote offer code SK223 when you order. To place your order call 01409 404010 or visit www.lovecrafts.com. Offer ends 16 May 2022. LACE AND BOBBLE BAG BAG (MAKE 2) Cast on 53 sts using 4.5mm needles. Purl one row. Row 1 (RS) Knit. Row 2 P1, *P6, MB, P1, MB,…