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.

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Wharncliffe • Snuggle up in this lace and cable sweater, knitted in a sumptuous silky yarn

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

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Rhiannon • Add the border to the central square of your hap shawl in the second instalment of our knitalong

Edda • The colourwork on this hot water bottle cosy was inspired by an old Icelandic stitch pattern

Yarn choice • Our seasonal pick of yarns includes beautiful British wool and alpaca blends for your autumn sweaters and accessories

Great reads • Taking inspiration from folklore and spiritual themes, this knitting book has 19 artistic colourwork projects

Cardrona • This chic colourblock cardigan has panels of colourwork leaves

A Yorkshire tale • Fable is the new brushed yarn from West Yorkshire Spinners which offers a magical mix of mohair, wool and alpaca

Gretchen • This relaxed and comfortable V-neck sweater has subtle tailored details

Adeline • You’ll feel cosy on the coldest of days in this cabled balaclava with matching armwarmers

Balliemore • Treat yourself to fabulous Fair Isle with this colourful cardigan, complete with pockets

Festive fun & games! • Ravelry’s Indie Gift-A-Long group is an annual celebration of holiday gift knitting, as Nina Machlin Dayton explains

Shirley the Sheep • Knit your own Shirley, one of the adorable members of television star Shaun the Sheep’s fluffy flock

Conifer Forest • This soft sweater has a bright colourwork yoke inspired by Norwegian woodland

Thorpe Fell • Four lace and textured patterns will keep you entertained while you knit this raglan cardigan

Christmas Cheer delivered all year!

Clifton Bag • This smart clutch bag would make a great case for your tablet or a knitting project

Color Me Striped • Brighten up your day with this colourful cropped jumper, knitted in intarsia stripes!

INTARSIA STRIPES • Faye Perriam-Reed explains how to apply intarsia techniques when working with stripe patterns

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The Knitter INFORMATION

Turning the corner • Things are looking much more positive for Graeme Bethune after some challenging months on Ballachly Farm

Frosty Mornings • This sweater’s spectacular yoke combines cables and colourwork in two hand-dyed shades

Marina Skua • Designer and hand-dyer Marina is inspired by nature and local landscapes for her patterns and colours