The Knitter 103/2016

Modern classics

The Knitter issue 103 is on sale now, and our designers have created a wide range of patterns to inspire you and your needles, and beautiful ideas for your festive gift knitting!

Whether you’re about to plan what festive gifts to cast on, or fancy trying out the brand-new yarns for autumn-winter with some smaller projects, take a look at our contents below.

Lovely lace projects include Elizabeth Lovick’s Estonian shawl, and a romantic cape from Eline Oftedal. Mary Henderson brings us an intricate Fair Isle cardigan, beret and mittens, while we have cosy cabled sweaters from Sarah Hatton and Elena Nodel. Explore hat design with Woolly Wormhead in her masterclass, and find out about a life-changing knitting holiday to India.

We also have tips on how to stay calm when knitting problems arise, in an exclusive extract from Rachael Matthews’ new book exploring mindfulness and knitting.