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

…to your latest issue of Knitting & Crochet – packed with beautiful things for you to make. Denim has long been a fashion favourite; its longevity and ability to remain current without losing its classic appeal is amazing. So, for this month’s opening feature (p6) we’ve gone with the trend for ‘double denim’ with four easy-wear designs, plus a useful tote bag, made in a variety of blue-hued yarns. For my Ed’s Choice (p22), I’m introducing you to our brand-new little-sister magazine, Love to Knit & Crochet, which offers the crafter a fun way of working, with fresh, vibrant designs. Of course, big sisters can be cool, too! And if boho is your thing, this month’s seasonal collection (p27) should have you reaching for your needles and hooks. We’ve five…

Measurements To fit bust sizes 81 (86) (91) cm/32 (34) (36) in. Actual measurements 84 (89.5) (95) cm/33 (35¼) (37¼) in. Side seam 32.5 (32.5) (33) cm/12¾ (12¾) (13) in. Length to shoulder 51.5 (52) (53.5) cm/20¼ (20½) (21) in. Sleeve seam All sizes 46cm/18in. Materials 5 (6) (6) 100g (210m) balls of Patons 100% Cotton DK in Denim (2697)*. Pair of 3¼mm (No. 10) and 4mm (No. 8) knitting needles; a cable needle; 11 buttons. Tension 22 stitches and 30 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over stocking stitch, using 4mm needles. Abbreviations K, knit; p, purl; st, stitch; sl, slip; tog, together; inc, increase (by working twice into same st); dec, decrease (by taking 2 sts tog); ss, stocking st (k on right side and p on wrong side);…

For my Ed’s Choice this month, I’d like to introduce you to Woman’s Weekly Knitting & Crochet monthly’s little sister and brand-new monthly magazine, Love to Knit & Crochet (£5.99) – the latest launch from The Craft Network. Take a peek inside and you’ll see straight away that Love to Knit & Crochet has a bright, modern look and a fresh approach to its subject matter. The content of each issue is divided into four sections – a trend-led Notebook, an ideas-packed Sketchbook, an inspiring Lookbook and the all-important Patternbook. The magazine’s Editor, Teresa Conway, tells me that we can expect around 20 patterns each issue, with something to suit every skill level, from beginners through to advanced knitters and crocheters. She promises that within the pages there’ll be a…

Crochet Storage Pots Measurements Approximately 15cm/6in diameter and 15cm/6in high. Materials For the set: 2 x 50g (115m) balls of Rowan Cotton Glacé (100% cotton) in each of Persimmon (832), Winsor (849) and Greengage (864)*. Size 3.50 crochet hook; 40m thin, plastic-covered washing line; sewing needle. Abbreviations Ch, chain; st, stitch; dc, double crochet; slst, slip stitch; yrh, yarn round hook; dc2tog, work 2dc together thus: [insert hook in next st, yrh and pull through] twice, yrh and pull through all 3 loops on hook. Note Yarn amounts are based on average requirements and are therefore approximate. Instructions are given for first pot. Where they vary, work colours in round brackets for second and third pots. Instructions in square brackets are worked as stated after 2nd bracket. To make 1st…

Knitted Bolster Cushion Cover Measurements Approximately 45cm/17¾in wide and 17cm/6½in in diameter. Materials 1 x 100g (330m) ball of Patons 100% Cotton 4ply in each of A (Nougat 1715), B (Vanilla 1745), C (Bright Pink 1725), D (Apple 1205), E (Jade 1726) and F (Pale Green 1747)*. Pair of 3¼mm (No. 10) knitting needles; a 45 x 17cm bolster pad. Tension 28 stitches and 36 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over stocking stitch, using 3¼mm needles. Abbreviations K, knit; p, purl; st, stitch; tog, together; sl, slip; dec, decrease (by working 2 sts tog); ss, stocking st (k on right side and p on wrong side); psso, pass sl st over. Note Yarn amounts are based on average requirements and are therefore approx. Instruction in square brackets are worked as…

Sirdar Baby Bamboo (80% bamboo sourced viscose, 20% wool) is our choice this issue. Despite it being part of Sirdar’s baby range, with its draping properties, this yarn is the perfect choice for our sensational top. Bamboo surprised us with its appearance in many yarn company ranges several years ago – we just couldn’t imagine how such a soft and silky yarn could be produced from the hard bamboo wood we usually associated with something we stored in our garden sheds! But recent technology development has allowed the fibre to be used in a wide range of textiles and its ‘softer than silk’ properties became popular with lots of designers, resulting in its mainstay appeal today. Sirdar offers an amazing collection of over 30 shades, from jewel brights through to…

Measurements To fit ages 2-3 (3-4) (4-5) years. Actual chest measurements 65.5 (71) (77) cm/25¾ (28) (30¼) in. Side seam (including frill) 16 (19) (22) cm/6¼ (7½) (8¾) in. Length (including frill) 29.5 (34) (38) cm/11½ (13¼) (15) in. Sleeve seam (including frill) 29 (30.5) (33) cm/11½ (12) (13) in. Materials 2 (3) (3) 100g (267m) balls of Wendy Supreme Cotton 4ply (100% cotton) in Cyclamen (1828) and 1 ball in each of Apple Blossom (1825), Beaujolais (1835) and Dragon Fly (1836)*. Pair of 3¼mm (No. 10); a 2¾mm (No. 12) circular knitting needle. Tension 28 stitches and 36 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over stocking stitch, using 3¼mm needles. 28 stitches and 42 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over pattern, using 3¼mm needles. Abbreviations K, knit; p, purl; st,…

We want your knitting to be the best it can be. So it’s a good job we have Tina. A true knitting professional, Tina’s been the Technical Knitting Editor at Woman’s Weekly for 17 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! Pushing needles into wool Q Whenever I finish with my knitting, I push the needles through the ball of yarn for safe keeping. And I thought most knitters did the same. But I overheard a woman at the weekly knit club I go to say you should never do that. Why? A You’re right, an awful lot of knitters push their…

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 81 (86) (91) (97) (102) cm/32 (34) (36) (38) (40) in. Actual measurements 91 (96) (102.5) (107.5) (112.5) cm/36 (37¾) (40¼) (42¼) (44¼) in. Side seam 38 (38) (38) (39) (39) cm/15 (15) (15) (15¼) (15¼) in. Length 55 (56) (57) (59) (60) cm/21½ (22) (22½) (23¼) (23½) in. Materials 7 (8) (9) (9) (10) 50g (125m) balls of Patons Washed Cotton DK (100% cotton) in Denim (152)*. Pair of 3mm (No. 11) and 3¾mm (No. 9) knitting needles; an open-ended zip fastener of appropriate length. Tension 24 stitches and 32 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over stocking stitch, using 3¾mm needles. Abbreviations K, knit; p, purl; st, stitch; tog, together; inc, increase (by working twice into same st); dec, decrease (by taking 2 sts…

Measurements To fit bust sizes 81-86 (91-97) (102-107) cm/32-34 (36-38) (40-42) in. Actual measurements 109 (120) (131) cm/43 (47¼) (51½) in. Side seam All sizes 45.5cm/18in. Length to shoulder 68 (70) (70.5) cm/26¾ (27½) (27¾) in. Sleeve seam 43 (44) (45) cm/17 (17¼) (17¾) in. Materials 7 (8) (9) 100g (210m) balls of Patons 100% Cotton DK in Pale Blue (2173)*. Pair of 3¾mm (No. 9) and 3mm (No. 11) knitting needles; approximately 300 clear glass beads; 12 buttons. Tension 22 stitches and 30 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over pattern, using 3¾mm needles. Abbreviations K, knit; p, purl; st, stitch; sl, slip; tog, together; inc, increase (by working twice in same st); dec, decrease (by taking 2 sts tog); ss, stocking st (k on right side and p on…

Knitted Footstool Cover Measurements Fits a footstool approximately 36 x 94cm/14 x 37in, depth of pad 14cm/5½in. Materials 4 x 100g (210m) balls of Patons 100% Cotton DK in A (Pale Green 2747), B (Nectarine 2723), C (Vanilla 2745), D (Jade 2726) and E (Apple 2205)*. Pair of 4mm (No. 8) knitting needles; 3m strong elastic cord. Tension 22 stitches and 30 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over stocking stitch, using 4mm needles. Abbreviations K, knit; p, purl; st, stitch; ss, stocking st (k on right side and p on wrong side). Note Yarn amounts are based on average requirements and are therefore approximate. To make With 4mm needles and A, cast on 79 sts. Beginning with a k row, ss 48 rows. Shape sides: Cast on 34 sts at…

Crochet Lampshade Trim Measurements Fits a lampshade approximately 79cm/ 31in circumference. Materials 1 x 100g (212m) ball of Sirdar Cotton DK (100% cotton) in Bluebird (515)*. Size 3.00 crochet hook; darning needle; sewing needle and matching thread; small amount of washable stuffing. Abbreviations Ch, chain; dc, double crochet; tr, treble; slst, slip st; chsp, chain space; dc2tog, work 2dc together thus: [insert hook in next dc, 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 approx. Instructions in square brackets are worked as stated after 2nd bracket. Main part With 3.00 hook, make 189ch, slst in first ch taking care not to twist chain. 1st round: 1ch (does not count…

ICE-CREAM VAN AND ACCESSORIES Materials 2 x 50g balls of DK yarn in each of Pink and Cream and 1 ball in Pale Blue; oddments in Beige and Aqua. Oddments of 4ply yarn in each of Pale Blue, Silver, Yellow, Black, Fuchsia, Blue, Aqua, Beige, Pale Pink, Coral, Green and Orange. Size 2.50 and 3.50 crochet hooks; toy stuffing; tapestry needle; stiff cardboard; Duct tape; craft knife; red beads; 1 small red and 1 small cream button; glue and brown cardstock. Abbreviations Ch, chain; st, stitch; dc, double crochet; htr, half treble; slst, slip st. Note Yarn amounts are based on average requirements and are therefore approximate. Instructions in square brackets are worked as stated after 2nd bracket. ICE-CREAM VAN Left side panel (make 2) With 3.50 hook and Pink…

You’ll find more knitting and crochet guides at womansweekly.com 5 Steps To Knitting In The Round 1 Always use a circular needle with a length that is slightly shorter than the width of your knitting so that the stitches can flow smoothly around the needles as you work. Hold the two tips in the same way you tend to hold your straight knitting needles and allow the cable to hang. 2 Cast on using the method you would usually use and let the stitches slide down the left-hand needle and on to the cable as you work. 3 When you’ve finished casting on, the stitches should extend around the full length of the cable and up to the right-hand needle tip. 4 Turn your work over before you…

Our purse would also look great worked in 2-row stripes in assorted colours over the pattern section, or all in one colour KNITTED COIN PURSE Measurements Approximately 14 x 10cm/5½ x 4in. Materials 1 x 50g (125m) ball of DMC Woolly (100% wool) in each of Pale Pink (41) and Orange (10)*. Pair of 3¾mm (No. 9) knitting needles; 13cm zip fastener; sewing needle and Pink sewing thread. Abbreviations K, knit; p, purl; st, stitch; yrn, yarn round needle 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. To make With 3¾mm needles and Pale Pink, cast on 45 sts. 1st rib row: K1, [p1, k1] to end. 2nd rib row: P1,…

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…

Measurements To fit bust sizes 81-86 (91-97) (102-107) cm/32-34 (36-38) (40-42) in. Actual measurements 97.5 (107.5) (117.5) cm/38¼ (42¼) (46¼) in. Side seam All sizes 39.5cm/15½in. Length 55.5 (58) (59.5) cm/21¾ (22¾) (23½) in. Sleeve seam All sizes 43cm/17in. Materials 6 (6) (7) 50g (170m) balls of Rico Design Essentials Cotton Lurex (97% cotton, 3% polyester) in Jeans (011)*. Pair of 5mm (No. 6) and 5½mm (No. 5) knitting needles. Tension 18 stitches and 21 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over stocking stitch, using 5½mm needles. 16 stitches and 23 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over main pattern, using 5½mm needles. Abbreviations K, knit; p, purl; st, stitch; tog, together; sl, slip; ss, stocking st (k on right side and p on wrong side); psso, pass sl st over; skpo,…

Measurements 31cm/12¼in wide, 11cm/4¼in deep and 29cm/11½in high. Materials 10 x 50g balls of Rico Design Eco Essentials Merino DK (100% wool) in Jeans (027)*. Pair of 4½mm (No. 7) knitting needles; cable needle; piece of cardboard to fit base of bag (optional). Tension 20 stitches and 32 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over broken rib and 8-stitch cable measures 3cm across, using 4½mm needles and two strands of yarn together. Abbreviations K, knit; p, purl; st, stitch; c8b, cable 8 back (slip next 4 sts onto a cable needle and leave at back, k4, then k4 from cable needle); c8f, cable 8 front (slip next 4 sts onto a cable needle and leave at front, k4, then k4 from cable needle). Note Yarn amounts are based on average requirements…

BUNNY WITH COT, PILLOW AND BLANKET Materials Oddments of DK yarn in Mint Green, Light Grey, Dark Blue, Pink and Light Blue. Small amount of Dark Brown for embroidery. Pair of 3¾mm (No. 9) knitting needles; stiff cardboard; washable toy stuffing. Abbreviations K, knit; p, purl; st, stitch; tog, together; inc, increase (by working twice into same st); ss, stocking st (k on right side and p on wrong side); dec, decrease (by working 2 sts tog); yf, yarn forward to make a st. Note Instructions in square brackets are worked as stated after 2nd bracket. BUNNY Legs and body First half: First leg: With 3¾mm needles and Mint Green, cast on 4 sts. Beginning with a k row, ss 3 rows. Inc row: [Inc pwise in next st] 4…

Crochet Floor Cushion Measurements Approximately 76 x 76cm/30 x 30in. Materials 8 x 50g (85m) balls of Rowan Handknit DK Cotton (100% cotton) in Gooseberry (219) and 2 balls in each of Sugar (303), Flamingo (368), Sea Foam (352) and Delphinium (334)*. Size 4.00 crochet hook; a 76 x 76cm cushion pad. Tension Each square measures approximately 15 x 15cm, using 4.00 hook. Abbreviations Ch, chain; st, stitch; htr, half treble. Note Yarn amounts are based on average requirements and are therefore approximate. Instructions in square brackets are worked as stated after 2nd bracket. Front Multi-coloured squares (make 25 in chosen colourways). 1st row: With 4.00 hook and first shade, make 8ch, 1htr in 3rd ch from hook (counts as 1htr), 1htr in each of next 5ch, turn – 6htr.…

COLD-SHOULDER TOP Measurements To fit sizes 81-86 (91-97) (102-107) cm/32-34 (36-38) (40-42) in. Actual measurements 106 (116) (126) cm/41¾ (45½) (49½) in. Side seam 29 (30.5) (32) cm/11½ (12) (12½) in. Length to shoulder 55 (57.5) (60) cm/21½ (22½) (23½) in. Sleeve seam All sizes 26.5cm/10½in. Materials 10 (11) (12) 50g (95m) balls of Sirdar Snuggly Baby Bamboo DK (80% bamboo viscose, 20% wool) in Rinky Dinky Pink (158)*. Pair of 4mm (No. 8) and 4½mm (No. 7) knitting needles. Tension 20 stitches and 28 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over stocking stitch, using 4½mm needles. 22 stitches and 30 rows to 10 x 10cm, over stocking stitch, using 4mm needles. Abbreviation K, knit; p, purl; st, stitch; up1, pick up loopy lying between needles and k into the back…

LITTLE CROCHET PROJECTS: 12 projects to make on the move (GMC Publications, £5.99) Whether it’s a daily train to work, a holiday flight or a bus to see friends, every journey is as important as your destination. So enjoy it. This is a collection of small-scale designs, all of which can be crocheted on the go. From the cherry brooch to the decorative snowflakes and candle-holder covers, they’re projects you can slip into your bag. And because of their small size, they’re a great way to use up odds and ends of yarn, and are accessible to those new to the craft. Buses, trains and planes can be busy places. These portable projects could be a portable bit of calm. ZOOMIGURUMI 5: 15 cute amigurumi patterns by 12 great designers…

Measurements Approximately 12cm/4¾in high from base to top of head at back. Materials 1 x 50g (120m) ball of Patons Merino Extrafine DK (100% wool) in Tea Rose (136); length of DK yarn in Red; small amount of 4ply yarn in Gold*. Pair of 2¾mm (No. 12) knitting needles; piece of red felt for tunic; scraps of felt in each of pink, black, tan and orange; sewing threads matching felt colours; washable toy stuffing; stout card. Tension 32 stitches and 45 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over stocking stitch, using 2¾mm needles. Abbreviations K, knit; p, purl; st, stitch; tog, together; k2togb, k2tog through back of sts; dec, decrease (by taking 2 sts tog); ss, stocking st (k on right side and p on wrong side); up1, pick up loop…

Transform this case into a bag: add a pair of handles made from cotton tape, then use the same tape to edge the open edge and to make a button loop CROCHET IPAD CASE Measurements Approximately 19 x 26cm/7½ x 10¼in. Materials 2 x 50g (125m) balls of DMC Woolly (100% wool) in Light Grey (71); 1 ball in Orange (10)*. Size 4.00 crochet hook; 1 button; sewing needle and Light Grey sewing thread. Abbreviations Ch, chain; st, stitch; tr, treble; slst, slip stitch; bptr, back post treble, (work a tr st around post of st in previous round thus: yrh, insert hook from back to front and around post of next st to back, yrh and pull loop through, yrh and pull through first 2 loops on hook, yrh…

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 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 needle…