Innholdsfortegnelse for May 2016 i Knitting & Crochet from Woman’s Weekly

…to the latest issue of Knitting & Crochet, bursting with wonderful things for you to make. Spring is so uplifting, with the sunshine brightening everything around us. I hope you’ll get a sense of that warmth and cheer as you flick through the pages of this issue. We’re kicking off with family knits in the prettiest pastels (p6): four simple cotton sweaters (including one for dad), ideal for spring outings. Plus there’s some cool knitted bunting to add fun to your picnic or festival trip. The seasonal collection (p27) is inspired by the collectable Delft and Cornish pottery, a favourite of mine and many others. We’ve a set of neat bowls, a cute piggy bank, a useful tote bag and a patchwork cushion and throw – something for everyone! For…

Measurements To fit ages 3-4 (5-6) (7-8) years. Actual measurements 74 (79) (84) cm/29 (31) (33) in. Side seam 25 (27.5) (30) cm/9¾ (10¾) (11¾) in. Length 41.5 (45.5) (49.5) cm/16¼ (18) (19½) in. Sleeve seam 24.5 (28.5) (32.5) cm/ 9½ (11¼) (12¾) in. Materials 5 (5) (6) 50g (125m) balls of Rico Design Rico Baby Cotton Soft DK (50% cotton, 50% acrylic) in Light Blue (003) and 1 ball in each of Royal Blue (038), White (001) and Grass Green (039)*. Pair of 3¾mm (No. 9) knitting needles. Tension 23 stitches and 31 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over stocking stitch, using 3¾mm needles. Abbreviations K, knit; p, purl; st, stitch; tog, together; k2togb, k2tog through back of sts; dec, decrease (by taking 2 sts together); inc, increase (by…

CHILD’S SWEATER Measurements To fit chest sizes 41-46 (51) (56) (61) (66) cm/16-18 (20) (22) (24) (26) in. Actual measurements 50 (55) (61) (64.5) (70) cm/19¾ (21¾) (24) (25½) (27½) in. Side seam 15.5 (18.5) (24) (27) (32) cm/6¼ (7½) (9½) (10¾) (12½) in. Length to shoulder 27.5 (31.5) (38) (42) (48) cm/10¾ (12½) (15) (16½) (19) in. Sleeve seam 17 (20) (24) (29) (33) cm/6½ (8) (9½) (11½) (13) in. Materials 1 (1) (1) (2) (2) 100g (294m) ball(s) of Stylecraft Wondersoft DK (100% acrylic) in Midnight (1332) and 1 ball in each of Vanilla (1005) and Poppy (1333)*. Pair of 3¼mm (No. 10) and 4mm (No. 8) knitting needle; 3 buttons. Tension 22 stitches and 30 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over stocking stitch, using 4mm needles. Abbreviations K, knit; p,…

Join felting experts Judy Balchin and Roz Dace as they run this year’s needle-felting workshops. These full-day workshops are brilliant for complete beginners or for anyone keen on needle-felting, which is an easy technique to pick up. You just need a needle and a pile of fluff and, once you’ve learnt the basic method, you can make almost anything. Judy is a designer who’s written numerous craft books and articles. She attended Cardiff and then Maidstone College of Art, where she studied graphic design, before starting work as a designer at the BBC. Roz has always loved creative writing, drawing, painting and all crafts. For many years, she was Search Press’s editorial director, commissioning practical art and crafts books for international markets. Wee Woolly Mouse Monday 6 June You will…

CARDIGAN AND GILET Measurements To fit bust sizes 81-86 (91) (97) (102) (107) cm/32-34 (36) (38) (40) (42) in. Actual measurements 93 (98.5) (104) (110) (115.5) cm/36½ (38¾) (41) (43¼) (45½) in. Side seam All sizes 33cm/13in. Length to centre back neck 61.5 (63) (64) (65) (66) cm/ 24¼ (24¾) (25¼) (25½) (26) in. Sleeve seam 44 (44) (44) (44) (45) cm/17¼ (17¼) (17¼) (17¼) (17¾) in. Materials Cardigan: 12 (14) (14) (15) (16) 50g (80m) balls of Rico Design Fashion Jersey (64% cotton, 36% polyamide) in Light Blue (006)*. Gilet: 10 (11) (12) (13) (13) 50g (80m) balls of Rico Fashion Jersey (64% cotton, 36% polyamide) in Mint (005)*. For both garments: Pair of 6mm (No. 4) and 7mm (No. 2) knitting needles. Tension 14 stitches and 23 rows, to…

Measurements To fit bust sizes 81 (86) (91) (97) (102) cm/32 (34) (36) (38) (40) in. Actual measurements 91 (97.5) (103) (109) (114) cm/36 (38¼) (40½) (43) (45) in. Side seam 37 (38) (39) (40) (41) cm/14½ (15) (15¼) (15¾) (16) in. Length 58 (60) (62) (64) (66) cm/ 22¾ (23½) (24¼) (25¼) (26) in. Sleeve seam 45 (46) (47) (48) (49) cm/17¾ (18) (18½) (19) (19¼) in. Materials 6 (6) (7) (7) (8) 100g (330m) balls of Patons 100% Cotton 4-ply in Kiwi (01703)*. Pair of 3¼mm (No. 10) knitting needles; a cable needle; 9 buttons. Tension 28 stitches and 38 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over reverse stocking stitch, 32 stitches and 40 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over cable and lace pattern, using 3¼mm needles. Abbreviations K, knit;…

A-Z OF KNITTING: The ultimate guide for the beginner through to the advanced knitter (Search Press Classics, £12.99) Nothing has been left out of this A-Z. Compiled by the knitting experts at the well-known Australian craft publisher, Country Bumpkin, this book provides a clear, accessible guide for those new to knitting. It’s also an encyclopaedia of knitting stitches, techniques and styles, from Aran and Fair Isle to lace and loop knitting, plus info on surface embroidery, darning, smocking and beading. This book aims to give you the skills to complete everything from the most simple to the most complicated knitting pattern. It’ll give you the confidence you need, too. A-Z OF CROCHET: A complete manual for the beginner through to the advanced stitcher (Search Press Classics, £12.99) Like its sister…

This pretty needle case makes an ideal gift and would look just as good in a more subtle colour combination Measurements Approximately 11.5 x 11.5cm/4½ x 4½in when closed. Materials 1 x 50g (130m) ball of Rico Design Essentials Cotton DK (100% cotton) in each of Magenta (13), Aquamarine (31), Medium Blue (34) and Lemon (62)*. Pair of 3¼mm (No. 10) knitting needles; 12.5 x 24cm piece of fabric; 9.5 x 21cm piece of dark blue felt; 8.5 x 19cm piece of light blue felt; sewing needle and matching sewing thread; 35cm length of narrow ribbon. Abbreviations K, knit; p, purl; st, stitch; sl, slip; ytf, yarn to front; ytb, yarn to back. Note Yarn amounts are based on average requirements and are therefore approximate. Instructions in square brackets are…

Practically all knitting and crochet patterns use some sort of abbreviations to make the instructions concise and easy to follow. Each pattern will have its own brief description of the most common abbreviations ( k , knit or ch , chain) with a more detailed description of specific abbreviations, like how to work cable or cluster. Also, the most regularly used words are either shortened (foll – following) or letters are used to describe what is needed to be done next (tbl – through back of stitches). Some widely used abbreviations have more or less the same meaning, but there could be exceptions. Listed below in alphabetical order are the most commonly used abbreviations, with an extended description of their meanings. alt, alternate – worked on every other row or stitch.…

Measurements To fit chest sizes 91-97 (102) (107-112) cm/36-38 (40) (42-44) in. Actual measurements 108 (113) (124) cm/42½ (44½) (48¾) in. Side seam 40 (41) (42.5) cm/15¾ (16) (16¾) in. Length 60 (62) (65) cm/23½ (24½) (25½) in. Sleeve seam 43.5 (45) (47.5) cm/17¼ (17¾) (18¾) in. Materials 13 (14) (15) 50g (125m) balls of Rico Design Rico Baby Cotton Soft DK (50% cotton, 50% acrylic) In Light Blue (003)*. Pair of 3¼mm (No. 10) and 3¾mm (No. 9) and knitting needles; cable needle. Tension 30 stitches and 32 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over pattern, using 3¾mm needles. Abbreviations K, knit; p, purl; st, stitch; dec, decrease (by taking 2 sts together); inc, increase (by working twice into same st); c6b, cable 6 back (slip 3 sts on cable needle and…

Measurements To fit ages 2-3 (4-5) (6-7) years. Actual measurements 67.5 (73) (78) cm/26½ (28¾) (30¾) in. Side seam 19.5 (23) (26.5) cm/7¾ (9) (10½) in. Length 36 (39.5) (43.5) cm/ 14¼ (15½) (17¼) in. Sleeve seam 23 (27) (30.5) cm/9 (10½) (12) in. Materials 4 (4) (5) 50g (125m) balls of Rico Design Rico Baby Cotton Soft DK (50% cotton, 50% acrylic) in Jeans (023) and 1 ball in each of Beige (004) and Light Blue (003)*. Pair of 3¾mm (No. 9) and 3¼mm (No. 10) knitting needles. Tension 23 stitches and 31 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over stocking stitch, using 3¾mm needles. Abbreviations K , knit; p, purl; st, stitch; tog, together; p2togb, p2tog through back of sts; dec, decrease (by taking 2 sts together); inc, increase…

This month I’d like to tell you about the launch of a new website from UK Hand Knitting, the association for yarn wholesalers in the UK. It’s a must-visit for keen crafters. The UK Hand Knitting Association (UKHKA) is a not-for-profit British charitable organisation dedicated to promoting hand knitting, crochet and all yarn craft in the UK through a variety of initiatives. It uses a nationwide network of volunteers who pass on their skills and encourage newcomers to learn to knit or crochet at craft shows and other events across the UK. With this common interest, Woman’s Weekly has been a supporter of the association and its great work since its launch in 1991. Personally, I’ve particularly enjoyed judging the inspirational creative work at the Knitted Textile Awards, showcasing the…

Crochet Nesting Bowls Materials For the set: 3 x 50g (85m) balls of Rico Creative Cotton Aran (100% cotton) in Royal (39) and 2 balls in White (80)*. Size 4.00 crochet hook. Abbreviations Ch , chain; st , stitch; dc , double crochet; slst , slip stitch. Note Yarn amounts are based on average requirements and are therefore approximate. Bowls are worked from largest (first bowl) to smallest size (sixth bowl), in that reverse order. Instructions in square brackets are worked as stated after 2nd bracket. First bowl 1st round: With 4.00 hook and Royal, wind yarn round index finger of left hand to form a slip ring, insert hook into ring, yarn over hook and pull through, 1ch (counts as 1dc throughout entire instructions), work 7dc in ring, slst…

Cushion and Throw Measurements Cushion: approximately 45 x 45cm/18 x 18in. Throw: approximately 102 x 129cm/40 x 50¾in. Materials Cushion: 3 x 100g (212m) balls of Sirdar Cotton DK (100% cotton) in French Navy (514) and 2 balls in each of Cobalt Blue (521) and Mill White (501)*. 45 x 45cm/18 x 18in square cushion pad. Throw: 5 x 100g (212m) balls of Sirdar Cotton DK (100% cotton) in Mill White (501) and 4 balls in each of Cobalt Blue (521) and French Navy (514)*. Both designs: Pair of 3¾mm (No. 9) and 4mm (No. 8) knitting needles; size 3.00 crochet hook. Tension 22 stitches and 28 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over plain stocking stitch, using 4mm needles. Abbreviations K, knit; p, purl; st, stitch; sl, slip; ss, stocking…

Our choice this month is Rico Fashion Jersey (64% cotton, 36% polyamide) – another fabulous new yarn for summer that’s quite unlike anything else you’ll find to buy at the moment. It has a spaghetti-like appearance and produces a stocking-type structure and matt finish that’s incredibly soft to the touch. It comes in eight solid colours and can be machine-washed at 30 degrees. You can guess from its recommended larger 7mm-size knitting needle or crochet hook that it won’t take forever to create something lovely. We’re told it’s pretty hard-wearing, too, though we don’t think that’s an issue with the design we’ve chosen from the collection. With or without the sleeves – you decide!…

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Materials 1 x 50g ball of DK yarn in each of Light Grey, Pink, Light Green and Dark Green; length of DK yarn in each of Black, Blue and Red for embroidery. Pair of 3mm (No. 11) knitting needles; washable toy stuffing; 1 button, length of ribbon and a string of pearl beads (optional) for dress; 3 buttons and length of ribbon for the jacket; waist length of elastic for the trousers. Tension 28 stitches and 42 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over stocking stitch, using 3mm needles. Abbreviations K, knit; p, purl; st, stitch; tog, together; inc, increase (by working twice into same st); dec, decrease (by taking 2 sts tog); skpo, slip 1, k1, pass slip st over; ss, stocking st (k on right side and p on…

Swap the stuffing for dried lavender and this lovely little cushion could double as pot pourri for your drawers Measurements Approximately 11.5 x 11.5cm/4½ x 4½in. Materials 1 x 50g (130m) ball of Rico Design Essentials Cotton DK (100% cotton) in each of Magenta (13), Aquamarine (31), Lemon (62) and Medium Blue (34)*. Size 3.50 crochet hook; two 13.5 x 13.5cm pieces of fabric and small amount of toy stuffing; sewing needle and matching sewing thread. Front With 3.50 hook and Magenta, make 4ch, slst in first ch to form ring. 1st round : 3ch (counts as 1tr), 2tr in ring, [2ch, 3tr in ring] 3 times, 2ch, slst in top of 3ch. Fasten off. Join Aquamarine with a slst to any 2-chsp. 2nd round : 3ch (counts as 1tr),…

Tension Practically every knitting instruction will state a tension, with a few exceptions, like toys or small accessories. Tension is the number of stitches and rows that an average knitter will achieve to stated measurements, using specific yarn, pattern and needles. It is used to translate measurements into the number of stitches and rows to be worked. Before commencing a specific project, check your tension by working a swatch about 13cm square in pattern, yarn and needles or crochet hooks as stated. Stretch swatch in each direction and allow to rest. Mark 10cm horizontally in the middle of the test piece (diag. 1 and 3) and count stitches between markers. Mark 10cm vertically in the middle of test piece (diag. 2 and 4) and count the rows between markers. If…

Slip knot 1 Loop the yarn with the ball end on top (the ball end is shown with a broken line). 2 Dip the hook into the loop, catch the ball end and pull it through the loop. 3 Pull both ends to tighten the knot. 4 Pull the ball end to bring the knot up to the hook. Holding the yarn and hook Both crochet and yarn are held in the left hand, with the right hand holding the hook preferably like a pencil, but like a knife if you prefer. The work is held between thumb and first finger, with the ball end of the yarn taken over the first three fingers and under the fourth, or around the fourth if necessary. Extending the second finger holds the…

Measurements To fit bust sizes 76-81 (86-91) (97) (102-107) cm/30-32 (34-36) (38) (40-42) in. Actual measurements 92 (99) (106) (113) cm/36¼ (39) (41¾) (44½) in. Side seam 32.5 (34) (35) (36.5) cm/12¾ (13¼) (13¾) (14¼) in. Length 55.5 (57.5) (59.5) (61.5) cm/21¾ (22½) (23½) (24¼) in. Sleeve seam 45 (46) (46) (48) cm/17¾ (18) (18) (19) in. Materials 9 (10) (11) (12) 50g (125m) balls of Rico Design Rico Baby Cotton Soft DK (50% cotton, 50% acrylic) in Royal Blue (038) and small amount in each of Grass Green (039), Light Blue (003) and White (001)*. Pair of 3¾mm (No. 9) knitting needles; cable needle. Tension 23 stitches and 31 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over stocking stitch, using 3¾mm needles. Abbreviations K, knit; p, purl; st, stitch; tog, together; dec, decrease…

Measurements Each pennant measures approximately 17cm/6¾in across widest part and 21cm/8¼in deep. Materials 1 x 100g (210m) ball of King Cole Cottonsoft DK (100% cotton) in each of Sage (1576), Buttercup (1600), Oyster (742), Saxe (718) and Cloud (1575)*. Pair of 3¼mm (No. 10) and 3¾mm (No. 9) knitting needles. 5m of 2cm-wide ribbon or tape. Abbreviations K, knit; p, purl; st, stitch; tog, together; sl, slip; psso, pass sl st over; skpo, sl 1, k1, pass slip st over; yf, yarn forward to make a st. Note Yarn amounts are based on average requirements and are therefore approximate. Instructions in square brackets are worked as stated after 2nd bracket. Bunting One ball will make six pennants. With 3¼mm needles and leaving 1m long end, cast on 39 sts. 1st…

CROCHET DOG Measurements Approximately 20cm/8in high and 16cm/6¼in along base. Materials 2 x 50g (120m) balls of Yarn Stories Fine Merino & Baby Alpaca DK (70% wool, 30% alpaca) in Cream (2504) and 1 ball in Dove (2506)*. Size 3.00 crochet hook; washable toy stuffing; small amount of black yarn for embroidery; small pieces of felt in white and black for eyes; a sewing or tapestry needle and matching thread. Abbreviations Ch, chain; st, stitch; dc, double crochet; slst, slip st; dc2tog, work 2dc together thus: [insert hook in next st, yarn round hook and pull through] twice, yarn round hook and pull through all 3 loops on hook. Note Yarn amounts are based on average requirements and are therefore approximate. Instructions in square brackets are worked as stated after…

Shopper Bag Measurements 33.5cm/13in wide above base and 26.5cm/10½in high, excluding base. Materials 1 x 100g (184m) ball of Stylecraft Classique Cotton DK (100% cotton) in each of Nocturne (3669), Sunflower (3662), Dove (3096), White (3660) and Sky Blue (3667)*. Size 4.00 crochet hook. Tension 18 stitches and 14 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over pattern, using 4.00 hook. Abbreviations Ch, chain; dc, double crochet; st, stitch; tr, treble; slst, slip stitch; dc2tog, [insert hook in next st, yarn over hook and draw loop through] twice, yarn over hook and draw through all 3 loops on hook. Note Yarn amounts are based on average requirements and are therefore approx. Instructions in square brackets are worked as stated after 2nd bracket. To make Base: With 4.00 hook and Nocturne, make 43ch.…

Welcome to the fourth and final pattern of our crochet Collect & Create series! Next month we’ll be kicking off a brand-new Collect & Create knitting project for a gorgeous quilted bed set. For now, though, why not join in with us on our ‘Crochet-A-Long’ – it’ll give you the chance to share the progress you’ve made with your crochet blanket, get advice and enjoy a great social experience. For more details on how to get involved, visit womansweekly.com/crochetalong Measurements Each square measures approximately 13 x 13cm/5 x 5in. When complete, the blanket will measure approximately 102 x 102cm/40 x 40in, including edging. Materials For complete blanket: 7 x 50g (85m) balls of Rico Design Creative Cotton Aran (100% cotton) in White (080); 2 balls in each of Petrol (047),…

How To Design Your Own Knitted Cardigan with Tina on Friday 15 April  Would you like to be able to alter a knitting pattern to your own specifications? Now’s your chance. We’ll teach you how to work out a pattern for a simple stocking-stitch cardigan in double-knitting yarn. It’s also aimed at budding designers with some knowledge of knitting. 10am Welcome, with coffee and tea 10.30am Draw line diagram with detailed measurements as required 11am Work out the tension from your own swatch to be used to translate all the measurements into stitches and rows 11.15am Calculating back and front instructions and working out all shapings 1pm Lunch 2pm Calculating sleeve instruction and working out all shapings 3.30pm Tea break 3.45pm How to incorporate a simple stitch pattern into your…

Materials 1 x 100g (295m) ball of Stylecraft Special DK (100% acrylic) in each of Citron (1263), Sunshine (1114), White (1001), Aspen (1422), Meadow (1065) and Green (1116)*. Gold embroidery thread and 5m Gold cord; 25cm-diameter wooden embroidery hoop; sharp scissors; fork; Washi tape in colour and pattern of choice; glue gun; hook for hanging chandelier; 15 x 10cm stiff card; sewing or tapestry needle. Note Yarn amounts are based on average requirements and are therefore approximate. Large pompoms (make 6 in various colours) Wind yarn around centre of card to desired thickness. With sharp scissors, cut yarn through all thicknesses on one side of card. Lay strands flat and tie them together securely around middle. Taking care not to cut ties, trim neatly to make 5.5cm-size pompom. Fasten off…

Get ready Leave your ends of yarn long after casting-off each knitted piece – you can use these to sew the pieces together later. Top Tips For sewing up Toys Hand-knitted toys need a great deal of care at the sewing-up stage – it’s easy when you know how. When you knit toys you’ll usually have lots of small pieces to put together, and it can be fiddly to make the seams look perfect and to get the faces just right. Our knitting expert Freddie Patmore will show you how to get the best finish in our online video. For more help with sewing, take a look at womansweekly.com/  sewingup Your toy can look different to the original shown in the photo with the tiniest of variations in…

We want your knitting to be the best it can possibly be. So it’s a good job we have Tina. A true knitting professional, Tina’s been Technical Knitting Editor at Woman’s Weekly for 16 years. And now she’s here to help you! Every month, Tina answers the most common questions you’ve sent in and resolves some of the issues we face as knitters. Together, we’ll make your knitting beautiful! Casting on neatly QI find that the slip knot on my casting-on row always looks ugly, even when I take it into the seam. Is there a way to avoid this? A You don’t mention which method you use for casting on. Whichever method you use, though, avoiding making a slip knot is the best solution. To avoid making a slip…

Slip knot 1 Loop the yarn with the ball end on top (the ball end is shown with a broken line). 2 Dip the needle into the loop, catch the ball end and pull it through the loop . 3 Pull both ends to tighten the knot. 4 Pull the ball end to bring the knot up to the needle. Holding the yarn and needles To make even stitches, control the yarn by taking it over the first finger of the right hand, under the second, over the third and under the fourth, or even around the fourth if necessary. Your right hand also holds the needle that makes the new stitches. Hold this like a knife or a pencil – whichever is more comfortable. Your left hand holds the…