PATTERNS13 Sunset Fields

Zoë Clements' cowl is bothwarm and stylish!

17 Basil the SnailNo boy or girl will be able to resist Val Pierce's huggable friend!

21 Sweet MemoriesMake yourself a pair ofpretty lacy mitts

26 Vintage TwistKnit yourself a new classic for your wardrobe

35 Deep SeaNeed a new handbag? Look no further!

39 Sweet Eve Stay pretty in pink withAnniken Allis's lace sweater

43 Hearts ContentTeens everywhere will lovethese quick-knit homewares

46 Warm PewterPat Menchini's fur-collaredcardigan is right on trend

54 DandelionThis bunny cushion will bringa smile to any child's face!

58 Winter BraidMatching hat and mittens setfrom Yarn Stories

60 Secret GardenGet the next two squares ofour blanket knitalong!

64 Lilac RoseSiân Brown's scalloped cardi isideal for the February chill

69 Classic AquaMake a fashionable headbandwith your free yarn kit!

70 Baby BoomThis matching set is perfect for little ones

73 Live Forever Make yourself some quick knitaccessories by Susie Johns

78 Winchester CathedralJane Burns' beaded mittens area glamorous cold weather knit

84 Winter WarmthTry crochet with VirginiaCoppins' hot water bottle cover

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SHOPPING24 Starting Out

Are you a beginner knitter?We've got everything youneed right here!

41 Measure for Measure Refresh your knitting bagwith one of these quirky tape measures

56 Luxe for LessLuxury yarns don't have tocost the earth – have a look at our favourites!

67 Colour TherapyGot the blues? So have we!

87 What’s in StoreGet the hot gossip fromour favourite shops aroundthe UK

FOCUS8 Let’s Knit Loves

Catch up with the latest news and gossip from theknitting universe

31 Ones to WatchRead about who we think willbe making it big in 2015!

62 Knitting UnravelledAdrienne Chandler looks atthe hows and whys ofgarment construction

89 Knit SchoolTry your hand at alternativecolourwork techniques withAdrienne Chandler

PEOPLE50 Stop and Share

Catch up with the LK community

98 Last WordNuriya Khegay chats to usabout designing and herlatest book

IN EVERY ISSUE...3 Welcome7 This Month’s Free Gift10 February is the Month49 Coming Next Month52 Tea Break68 Bookshelf76 Subscriptions91 Giveaways92 Turn the Tables93 Essential Information94 Start Right95 Final Stages

At Let’s Knit we understandthat nothing is moreannoying than errors inknitting patterns. As part ofour total commitment toensuring that yourexperience of our magazineis as enjoyable as possible,we’re proud to offer THE LET’S KNIT PATTERN PROMISE:• Exclusive patternsfeatured in Let’s Knit havebeen professionallychecked and reproducedwith the utmost care.Updates can be found atwww.letsknit.co.uk • Should you encounter any problems we are morethan happy to providesupport and assistance.Contact us and we willendeavour to respond as soon as possible.By email:support@letsknit.co.ukBy telephone: 01206508622 (office hours only)By post: at the address onpage 95 (please mark your envelope ‘Support’) (Please note we cannotoffer assistance withpatterns not published in Let’s Knit)

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Z I G - Z A G C O W L

It's amazing how many differenteffects can be produced by simple

knit and purl stitches. Take thiscowl – there's no lace, cabling or

colourwork, just the two most basicstitches in your repertoire, and yet

the pattern is simply beautiful. Plus,it only uses one ball of DK yarn, so it's an excellent stash buster!

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“Leave the cowl unblocked for amore textured look to your stitches!”ZOË CLEMENTS

Knit Zoë Clements’stylish cowl with

a reversible stitch pattern

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"As this toy uses many differentshades and small amounts ofyarn it is the perfect stashbuster. Let your imagination runriot with all the leftover coloursyou have!"

VAL PIERCE

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Basil the SnailMake a little one Val Pierce’s

cute and colourful friend

A D O R A B L E S N U G G L Y S N A I L

Forget slimy snails at the bottom of the garden – Basil is onefellow you'll definitely want to stick around! A cuddly pal made

using a combination of soft DK and textured yarns, kids won't be able toresist this merry little mollusc and, provided everything is sewn on nice

and securely, he's safe for small children, too. Some parts of him arecrocheted instead of knitted – if you've never crocheted before, make

sure you read our tips panel for more.

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“Block your mittens when youhave finished knitting to even outth lace pattern and picot points.”HELEN ARDLEY

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Bring a touch ofvintage chic to your

outfit withHelen Ardley’s

fingerless mittens

G E T T H E V I N T A G E L O O K

Dainty and elegant, these lacylittle mittens are so stylish

and hark back to the fashionsof yesteryear.

They're also relatively quick andeasy to make as they use basiclace stitches to create an eyeletpattern down the back of the

hand, while the palm and thumbare knitted in stocking stitch. The

cast-on and cast-off edgesfeature a pretty picot design –

read our Knitwise panel overleaffor more details.

Easy lacepattern

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Ones to WatchF E A T U R E | O N E S T O W A T C H

FOR2015Take a look at who we think will be making

it big over the next 12 monthsThe start of another year is the perfect opportunity for newcomers to make

themselves known in the woollen world. From yarns and accessories to designers and

techniques, we've found a host of things for you to keep an eye on over coming few

months. Watch out for them over the course of 2015 – any one of them could be

coming to a local yarn shop near you!

Conway + BlissYarn addicts everywhere know andlove the patterns by Debbie Bliss,and now her daughter Nell isfollowing in her mother's designerfootsteps. She's teamed up withTeresa Conway, fellow member ofthe Bliss team, to create Conway +Bliss, a new brand that aims to targetthe younger knitter. Get their firstfour patterns for free online atwww.designeryarns.uk.com

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Featuring the likes of Little Boo Yarns,Doodlestop, Pollyorange and Three VioletButtons, Yarn Mama is the collective name forvarious indie dyers and designers who combinefamily life with working from home. Joined byJo.Knit.Sew, Fleabubs, Dye Candy, TrulyHooked and Unbelieva-wool, this is aninnovative way of supporting UK-based artisans!Head to www.facebook.com/YarnMamas

for more and watch out for them at knitting and crochet shows in 2015!

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“Why not sew a press stud or azip to the inside of the bag so itwill close up? You could even adda pocket for your mobile phone!”

KELLY MENZIES

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Deep SeaPop down to the shops in

style with this sweet bag by Kelly Menzies

C U T E T E X T U R E D B A G

Forget bags for life – this pretty handmade totebag is guaranteed to make you stand out! The

textured stitch pattern uses a combination of knit andpurl stitches to create a subtle chevron design. Thebasic stitches mean that it’s a fantastic way for new

knitters to get used to following a more complexpattern. You can either use a chart, or follow the

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G O R G E O U S L A C E G A R M E N T

There's nothing quite as pretty as an intricate lace knit. With its ribbed borders, three-quarter length sleeves and

diamond-effect pattern throughout, this is a timeless sweaterthat will look effortless whatever it's worn with. The silk andalpaca blend yarn give this project a real luxurious feel, andit's a good choice for those knitters who have already made

their first few garments and want a bit of a challenge!

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“This sweater is worked flat fromthe bottom up and has a fitted ribedging which flows into the lacepattern at the waist. A feminine,soft, luxurious sweater.”ANNIKEN ALLIS

Stay lovely in lilac with AnnikenAllis's beautiful jumper

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“Each heart is embellisheddifferently. I cut small pieces ofthe ribbons and lace, which Ipinned to the hearts then addedsmall buttons. You can embellishthe hearts however you want oruse the photographs as a guide.”NICOLA VALIJI

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Add a splash of colour to ateenager’s bedroom with Nicola Valiji’s hanging

decorations

K N I T T E D H O M E S T Y L E

The jewel tones make this a really eye-catchingstatement piece for a young person's room.

It's also a great chance for you to get creative, usingdifferent colour combos and embellishing them with

buttons and ribbon. We've got two hearts that areknitted from the bottom up and another two that areknitted from side to side. Designer Nicola has opted

for bold bright shades that trendy teens will love.

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“Legwarmers remind me of mydays at drama school andattending dance classes at thePineapple Studios in CoventGarden in the 1980s. I still likewearing legwarmers in thewinter, usually under mytrousers, or on top of tights andtucked into boots.”

SUSIE JOHNS

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LiveForever

Update a classic look withthese warm accessories by

Susie Johns

M A T C H I N G W I N T E R W A R M E R S

Who ever said legwarmers were out ofdate? Dust them off and prepare to danceyour cares away! This easy ribbed set uses a

strong zip to add a modern twist to a vintage look,and the simple hat and wristwarmers really finish

the outfit off. They are made using a new puremerino aran-weight yarn from MillaMia which isbeautifully soft and great for locking in warmth.

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