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

"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...

DREAM CLEAN

Spruce up the crafty way with this handknit soap bag

Knitting know-how

Write to our accomplished Q&A experts and have your tricky knitting queries and questions answered in no time!

DAY TRIPPER

For retail therapy with a smile, knit up this super-cute shopping tote with mega-chunky yarn from your stash.

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!

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

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!

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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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

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

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!

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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MAKE IT MODERN

These sophisticated yet simple cushions pad a plain sofa corner with a boost of contemporary style.

PLAY IT CALM

Harmonious colours are punctuated by a pop of zesty yellow in this modern take on a traditional intarsia blanket.

FRILLY FLOURISH

Plants are like friends, show them you care by perking up their pots with our simple lacy decorations.

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!

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

DOT, DASH, DOT

Answer your family's chilly-toed SOS with these snuggly colourwork socks knitted in a rich wool mix.

CHEVRON CHASE

Blend colours into Fair Isle stripes to create a warming bobble hat straight from your very own stash.

TWISTED HEARTS

If you think your outdoor wear could do with an update, this snuggly cowl could be just the refresh you’re after!

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

POCKET HEART

Go Big! Cosy up On a Winter’s Day with This Over-Sized Cropped Jumper, Complete with Cute Detail. by Sarah Moncrieff

All the love

Spread a little Valentine’s joy with this practical chunky-knit poncho with a cute love heart in knitted pink bobbles.

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

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.

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…

BRIGHT DELIGHT

If you’ve got a stash collection that’s overflowing, our stunning rainbow cushion is the perfect solution! By Sophie Jordan