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 222 • As the weather turns chilly, it’s time to cast on cosy, vibrant knitwear for yourself that will be fun to knit during those dark winter evenings, and feel wonderful to wear! Our pattern collection includes a chic Fair Isle cardigan from Mary Henderson, an intricately cabled sweater, an elegant slip stitch and cable shawl, and an array of colourwork projects including a soft cowl, a Nordic sweater, and a tweed-effect hat and matching shoulder bag.

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Anneke • Bands of graphic colourwork decorate this soft and cosy raglan sweater

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

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

Alpaca Sparkle

INTARSIA INSPIRATION • Colourful & comfortable sweater designs

Get set for the Game of Wool!

Stitches on screen • The best online knitting videos

Dorthea & Thekla Collections

A knitter’s life • Helen Spedding reveals what has been keeping her entertained this month

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

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Arduaine • Vibrant Fair Isle contrasts spectacularly with black sleeves on this cropped cardigan

New yarns • Our pick of the best new and seasonal yarns include special wool blends and sparkling options for winter glamour

Great reads • Learn more about Britain’s native sheep breeds and create beautiful knits using their wool with this fascinating book

Making Tracks • Knitted in a special British wool, this sweater has beautiful cable patterns and saddle shoulders

Show & Tell • Running a yarn festival is challenging yet rewarding, as Rachael Prest discovers as she meets three show organisers

Celtic Accents • This Shetland wool sweater takes design cues from Aran knitting traditions

Betsey • Subtle flecks and chevron textures add interest to this mini dress, which is knitted in a soft alpaca yarn

Cindy Scarf • This neatly shaped mini scarf will make a great stashbuster project

Morning Frost • Slip stitches, cables and stripes combine to create an elegant fabric on this triangular shawl

Family matters • We meet the mother and daughter shaping the future of addi, the knitting needle company which has been run by the Selter family in the German town of Altena for 200 years

Jeanie • This chic shoulder bag and matching hat use a tweed-like slip stitch pattern

Medallion Cowl • This cosy cowl, with its striking floral colourwork pattern, is knitted in a soft and tweedy yarn

BE A CONFIDENT CHART KNITTER • Knitting from charts can be easier than using a written pattern. If you’ve never tried, Faye Perriam-Reed has all you need to know

Nordic Flower • This relaxed, drop-shoulder sweater uses Norwegian-inspired colourwork motifs

Denton • This handsome colourwork sweater showcases the natural beauty of undyed Jacob fleece

MASTERCLASS ARCHIVE • Discover the range of techniques explored by The Knitter

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