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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
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"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...
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DREAM CLEAN
Spruce up the crafty way with this handknit soap bag
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Knitting know-how
Write to our accomplished Q&A experts and have your tricky knitting queries and questions answered in no time!
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DAY TRIPPER
For retail therapy with a smile, knit up this super-cute shopping tote with mega-chunky yarn from your stash.
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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!
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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
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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!
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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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Stay in touch!
We love seeing what you've been doing, drop me a line with all your latest news
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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
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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
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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!
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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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Stay in touch!
We love seeing what you've been doing, drop me a line with all your latest news
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MAKE IT MODERN
These sophisticated yet simple cushions pad a plain sofa corner with a boost of contemporary style.
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PLAY IT CALM
Harmonious colours are punctuated by a pop of zesty yellow in this modern take on a traditional intarsia blanket.
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FRILLY FLOURISH
Plants are like friends, show them you care by perking up their pots with our simple lacy decorations.
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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!
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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
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DOT, DASH, DOT
Answer your family's chilly-toed SOS with these snuggly colourwork socks knitted in a rich wool mix.
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CHEVRON CHASE
Blend colours into Fair Isle stripes to create a warming bobble hat straight from your very own stash.
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TWISTED HEARTS
If you think your outdoor wear could do with an update, this snuggly cowl could be just the refresh you’re after!
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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
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POCKET HEART
Go Big! Cosy up On a Winter’s Day with This Over-Sized Cropped Jumper, Complete with Cute Detail. by Sarah Moncrieff
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All the love
Spread a little Valentine’s joy with this practical chunky-knit poncho with a cute love heart in knitted pink bobbles.
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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
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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.
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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…
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BRIGHT DELIGHT
If you’ve got a stash collection that’s overflowing, our stunning rainbow cushion is the perfect solution! By Sophie Jordan
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