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

…to the November issue of Knitting & Crochet monthly – where we traditionally begin our festive makes for Christmas. But first up we’ve got some fabulous autumn-season style on offer, with a collection of gorgeous knits (p6). For you, there’s a gilet and snood; sweater and scarf; shirt-tailed jumper and shawl, and a cosy hat, all designed in easy-knit textures. And for him, there’s a stylish jumper with a hint of cable. Eco-conscious knitters will love the brand-new yarn I’m showing you for my Ed’s Choice (p22) – and the colourful Fair Isle, circular-yoke sweater that you can make with it. To continue with the autumnal feel, we have a sweet little felted tote bag (p45), knitted using a clever yarn that changes colour to give a wonderful rainbow effect.…

Measurements To fit chest sizes 91-97 (102-107) (112-117) (122-127) cm/36-38 (40-42) (44-46) (48-50) in. Actual measurements 104 (114.5) (125) (136) cm/41 (45) (49¼) (53½) in. Side seam 45 (45) (46) (47) cm/17¾ (17¾) (18) (18½) in. Length to centre back neck 65 (67) (69) (71) cm/25½ (26¼) (27) (28) in. Sleeve seam 47 (48) (50) (51) cm/18½ (19) (19½) (20) in. Materials 8 (8) (9) (10) 100g (135m) balls of Stylecraft Alpaca Tweed Chunky (77% acrylic, 20% alpaca, 3% viscose) in Duck Egg (1739)*. Pair of 5mm (No. 6) and 6mm (No. 4) knitting needles; a cable needle. Tension 15 stitches and 20 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over main pattern, 14 stitches and 20 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over stocking stitch and 29-stitch cable panel to measure 14cm,…

We’re all keen to be eco-friendly wherever we can, and with this in mind I’d like to show you Linea Botanica – a brand-new ‘eco’ yarn from Rico, added to its range following the great success of ‘Pure’, its 100% wool collection. The yarn is beautifully presented as 50g rustic-style hanks, spun from 100% organically raised and treated wool. There are six beautiful, subtle hues that are created using specially selected natural herbal dyes. This delicacy follows through to the yarn’s soft-touch quality, but don’t be fooled by this gentle attribute, as I’m told its robust knitting can easily compete with more substantial yarns. Working with generous 5mm needles will get the thumbs-up from knitters – we all love getting our projects finished as quickly as possible! Rico has produced…

Paisley Necklace Materials 1 x 100g (400m) ball of DMC Petra 5 (100% cotton) in each of Dark Grey (5415) and Light Grey (54003)*. 1 x 8m skein of DMC Light Effects Precious Metals Effect Thread (100% polyester) in Silver (E168)*; DMC silver chain, silver clasp and small silver split rings necklace kit. Size 2.50 crochet hook; sewing needle and thread; small pliers. Abbreviations Ch, chain; st, stitch; dc, double crochet; htr, half treble; tr, treble; slst, slip st; chsp, chain space. Note Yarn amounts are based on average requirements and are therefore approximate. Instructions in square brackets are worked as stated after 2nd bracket. Large disc 1st round: With 2.50 hook and Dark Grey, make a slip ring as follows: wind yarn round index finger of left hand…

Lime Scarf Measurements Approximately 160 x 20cm/63 x 8in. Materials 3 x 50g (135m) balls Rowan Baby Merino Silk DK (66% wool, 34% silk) in Leaf (692)*. Pair of 3¾mm (No. 9) and 4mm (No. 8) knitting needles. Tension 21 stitches and 27 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over lace pattern, using 4mm needles. Abbreviations K, knit; p, purl; st, stitch; tog, together; k3togb, k3tog through back of sts; yf, yarn forward to make a st; ssk, [slip next st kwise] twice, insert point of left needle into front of both sts and k them tog; s2kpo, slip next 2 sts as if about to work k2tog, k next st, pass the 2 slip sts over; make 2, yarn forward and round needle to make 2 sts. Note Yarn amounts…

FELTED BAG Measurements Before felting 47 x 47cm/18½ x 18½in. After felting approximately 42 x 42cm/16½ x 16½in. Materials 6 x 50g (100m) skeins of Noro Silk Garden (45% silk, 45% mohair, 10% wool) in Royal/Purple/Fuchsia/ Lime (301)*. Pair of 5mm (No. 6) knitting needles. Tension 16 stitches and 32 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over garter stitch (every row knit), using 5mm needles. Abbreviations K, knit; st, stitch; wrap1, slip next st, take yarn between needles to front of work, place slipped stitch back on left needle. Note Yarn amounts are based on average requirements and are therefore approximate. Instructions in square brackets are worked as stated after 2nd bracket. Back and front (both alike) With 5mm needles, cast on 39 sts. K 1 row. ** Work turning…

Writing Workshops £79 per person You really won’t want to miss out on how to write fiction, your memoir or poetry in a friendly and supportive atmosphere – come and join us. The workshops begin at 10.30am and finish at 4.30pm, after a 15-minute problem-solving Q&A session. Participants should aim to arrive 30 minutes before the start to meet the tutors and other students. Writing A Short Story With A Twist • Friday 28 October With Gaynor and Della Galton Woman’s Weekly audience 11am TALK Dos and don’ts when writing a twist 11.45am EXERCISE Write an opening paragraph 2pm EXERCISE Write a 100-word twist/outline and share it with the group 3.15pm GROUP DISCUSSION What makes a good twist in a story? Murder-Mystery Writing • Friday 11 November With…

See our tutorial at womansweekly.com/Tunisian PLUS! If you enjoy relaxing with sewing, cooking, papercraft, cross-stitch and jewellery making as well as knitting and crochet, our website has lots of inspirational ideas.…

Embellish this neat collar with beads or sequins for a touch of sparkle that’s perfect for parties Measurements Approximately 67cm/26¼in long along lower edge and 44cm/17¼in around neck edge. Materials 1 x 50g (140m) ball of Rowan Kid Classic (70% wool, 22% mohair, 8% polyamide) in Victoria (852)*. Size 5.00 crochet hook; 1 small button; sewing needle and thread. Abbreviations Ch, chain; st, stitch; dc, double crochet; chsp, chain space. 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 5.00 hook, make 70ch. Foundation row: 1dc in 2nd ch from hook (counts as 1dc), [1dc in next ch] to end, turn – 69dc. 1st row: 1ch (does not count as a st throughout…

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 Cape: To fit bust sizes 81-86 (91-97) (102-107) (112-117) cm/32-34 (36-38) (40-42) (44-46) in. Width 51 (53) (55) (57) cm/20 (21) (21½) (22½) in. Hat: All round at widest part 57cm/22½in. Materials Cape: 8 (8) (9) (9) 50g (100m) balls of Rico Essentials Soft Merino Aran (100% wool) in Beige (081)*; 2 buttons. Hat: 2 x 50g (100m) balls of Rico Essentials Soft Merino Aran (100% wool) in Beige (081)*. For both items: Pair of 4mm (No. 8) and 5mm (No. 6) knitting needles. Tension 20 stitches and 28 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over broken rib pattern and 17½ stitches and 30 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over ridged pattern, using 5mm needles. Abbreviations K, knit; p, purl; st, stitch; tog, together; inc, increase (by working twice into…

Measurements Sweater: To fit bust sizes 81-86 (91-97) (102-107) (112-117) cm/32-34 (36-38) (40-42) (44-46) in. Actual measurements 97 (108) (117) (128) cm/38¼ (42½) (46) (50½) in. Side seam 40 (41) (42) (43) cm/15¾ (16) (16½) (17) in. Length to shoulder 60 (63) (66) (69) cm/23½ (24¾) (26) (27¼) in. Sleeve seam 45 (46) (47) (48) cm/ 17¾ (18) (18½) (19) in. Scarf: 25cm/9¾in wide and 180cm/71in long. Materials Sweater: 10 (10) (11) (12) 50g (120m) balls of Yarn Stories Fine Merino DK (100% wool) in Taupe (2517)*. Scarf: 5 x 50g (120m) balls of Yarn Stories Fine Merino DK (100% wool) in Taupe (2517)*. Both items: Pair of 3¼mm (No. 10) and 4mm (No. 8) knitting needles. Tension 22 stitches and 30 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over stocking stitch,…

Measurements To fit bust sizes 81-86 (91-97) cm/ 32-34 (36-38) in. Actual measurements 96 (108) cm/ 37¾ (42½) in. Side seam Both sizes 34cm/13½in. Length to back neck Both sizes 61cm/24in. Sleeve seam Both sizes 43cm/17in. Materials 8 (10) 50g (130m) hanks of Rico Design Linea Botanica (100% wool) in Brown (006) and 2 balls in each of Orange (004), Ecru (001), Purple (005), Camel (002) and Mustard (003)*. Pair of 5mm (No. 6) knitting needles; a 5mm (No. 6) circular knitting needle. Tension 19 stitches and 24 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over stocking stitch, using 5mm needles. Abbreviations K, knit; p, purl; st, stitch; tog, together; dec, decreas (by working 2 sts tog); inc, increase (by working twice into same st); ss, stocking st (k on right side…

Jewellery Box Measurements Approximately 11.5cm/4½in in diameter and 6.5cm/2½in high. Materials 1 x 100g (280m) ball of DMC Petra 3 (100% cotton) in Camel (53045); 1 (8m) skein of DMC Mouline embroidery thread in Camel (E436) for tassel*. Size 2.50 crochet hook; 108 gold metal round beads; 108 gold glass bugle beads; sewing needle and matching sewing thread; stout card, pair of compasses and pencil, ruler, glue. Abbreviations Ch, chain; st, stitch; dc, double crochet; tr, treble; slst, slip stitch; fpdtr, yarn round hook twice, take hook from front to back, around post of next st then to front again, yarn round hook and pull through, [yarn round hook and pull through first 2 loops on hook] 3 times. Note Yarn amounts are based on average requirements and are…

Mistletoe Cushion Measurements Approximately 35 x 35cm/14 x 14in. Materials 4 x 50g (120m) balls of Sublime Superfine Alpaca DK (100% alpaca) in Tusk (430) and 1 ball in Soft Grey (433)*. Size 3.50 crochet hook; a 35 x 35cm cushion pad; grey sewing thread and sewing needle; tissue paper. Abbreviations Ch, chain; st, stitch; dc, double crochet; tr, treble; htr, half treble; chsp, chain space; slst, slip stitch. Note Yarn amounts are based on average requirements and are therefore approximate. Instructions in square brackets are worked as stated after 2nd bracket. Back With 3.50 hook and Tusk, make 72ch. Foundation row (right side): 1dc in 2nd ch from hook (counts as 1 st), [1dc in next ch] to end, turn – 71 sts. 1st row: 1ch (does not count…

Measurements To fit bust sizes 81-86 (86-91) (97) (102) cm/34 (36) (38) (40) in. Actual measurements 88 (93.5) (103.5) (108) cm/34¾ (36¾) (40¾) (42½) in. Side seam 30.5 (31) (33) (34.5) cm/ 12 (12¼) (13) (131/2) in. Length to back neck 53 (55) (58) (61) cm/21 (21¾) (22¾) (24) in. Sleeve seam 30 (30) (32) (32) cm/11¾ (11¾) (12½) (12½) in. Materials 10 (11) (12) (14) 50g (95m) balls of Yarn Stories Fine Merino and Baby Alpaca DK (70% fine merino, 30% baby alpaca) in Dove (2506)*. 5.50 standard Tunisian crochet hook and size 5.50 crochet hook. Tension 16 stitches and 30 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over honeycomb pattern, using 5.50 Tunisian hook. Abbreviations Ch, chain; st, stitch; yoh, yarn over hook; dc, double crochet; tss, Tunisian simple stitch…

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 the last 17 years. And now she’s here to help you! Every month, Tina will be answering the most common questions you’ve sent in and resolving some of the issues we all face as knitters. Together, we’ll make your knitting beautiful! Difficulties with dolls Q I really enjoyed knitting the matryoshka dolls you featured in the December issue last year. Everything went really well with the first doll until I got to the embroidery part. I thought I’d worked out the exact starting point, and I thought I’d followed the pattern to the letter. But my embroidered…

Measurements To fit bust sizes 81-86 (91-97) (102-107) (112-117) cm/32-34 (36-38) (40-42) (44-46) in. Coat: Actual measurements 108 (118) (129) (139) cm/42½ (46½) (50¾) (54¾) in. Side seam from top of welt 29 (29) (32) (33) cm/11½ (11½) (12½) (13) in. Length to back neck 77 (80) (83) (86) cm/30¼ (31½) (32½) (34) in. Sleeve seam 25 (25) (26) (26) cm/ 9¾ (9¾) (10¼) (10¼) in. Snood: 82cm/32¼in all round and 45cm/17¾in deep. Materials Coat: 10 (10) (11) (12) 100g (135m) balls of Stylecraft Alpaca Tweed Chunky (77% acrylic, 20% alpaca, 3% viscose) in Mole (1735)*. Snood: 3 x 100g (135m) balls of Stylecraft Alpaca Tweed Chunky (77% acrylic, 20% alpaca, 3% viscose) in Mole (1735)*. Both items: Pair of 5mm (No. 6) and 6mm (No. 4) knitting needles. Tension…

Measurements To fit bust sizes 81-86 (91-97) (102-107) (112-117) cm/32-34 (36-38) (40-42) (44-46) in. Actual measurements 96 (107) (116) (127) cm/37¾ (42) (45½) (50) in. Side seam All sizes 33cm/13in. Length to neck at centre back 60 (62) (63.5) (64) cm/23½ (24½) (25) (25¼) in. Sleeve seam 46 (46) (47) (47) cm/ 18 (18) (18½) (18½) in. Materials 9 (9) (10) (11) 50g (138m) balls of Stylecraft Batik DK (80% acrylic, 20% wool) in Cream (1900)*. Pair of 3¼mm (No. 10) and 4mm (No. 8) knitting needles. Tension 22 stitches and 30 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over stocking stitch, using 4mm needles. Abbreviations K, knit; p, purl; st, stitch; dec, decrease (by working 2 sts together); inc, increase (by working twice into same st); ss, stocking st (k on…

VINTAGE STOLE Measurements Approximately 174 x 45cm/68½ x 17¾in, excluding fringe. Materials 7 x 100g (80m) balls of Erika Knight Fat Maxi Wool (100% wool) in Iced Gem (216)*. Pair of 10mm (No. 000) knitting needles; a large crochet hook. Tension 10 stitches and 15 rows, to 10 x 10cm, over pattern, using 10mm needles. Abbreviations K, knit; p, purl; st, stitch; tog, together; 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. To make With 10mm needles, cast on 46 sts. 1st row: K2, [yf, k2tog] to end. 2nd row: K2, * p1, [k1, p1] 3 times, k7, repeat from * once more, p1, [k1, p1] 3 times,…

Knitted Slippers Measurements One size fits UK shoe sizes 5 to 6½. Materials 1 x 50g (170m) ball of Sublime Baby Cashmere Merino Silk 4ply (75% merino wool, 20% silk, 5% cashmere) in each of Huggles (412) and Blossom (359)*. Pair of 3¼mm (No. 10) knitting needles. One long and one shorter 3¼mm (No. 10) circular knitting needles; cable needle. Abbreviations K, knit; p, purl; st, stitch; sl, slip; tog, together; dec, decrease (by working 2 sts tog); inc, increase (by working twice into same st); c4b, cable 4 back (sl next 2 sts onto cable needle and leave at back, k2, then k2 from cable needle); c4f, cable 4 front (sl next 2 sts onto cable needle and leave at front, k2, then k2 from cable needle); skpo,…

Measurements Jacket and hat: To fit ages 0-3 (6-9) (12-18) (24-36) months. Jacket: Actual chest measurements 55.5 (59) (64) (69) cm/21¾ (23¼) (25¼) (27¼) in. Side seam 15.5 (17) (19) (22) cm/ 6 (6¾) (7½) (8¾) in. Length to shoulder 25.5 (29) (32) (37) cm/10 (11½) (12½) (14½) in. Sleeve seam 15.5 (19) (22) (25.5) cm/ 6 (7½) (8¾) (10) in. Blanket: 70 x 90 cm/27½ x 35½in. Materials Jacket: 5 (6) (7) (8) 50g (92m) balls of Stylecraft Classique Cotton DK (100% cotton) in Ivory (3665)*. 5 buttons. Hat: 2 (2) (3) (3) 50g (92m) balls of Stylecraft Classique Cotton DK (100% cotton) in Ivory (3665)*. Blanket: 11 x 50g (92m) balls of Stylecraft Classique Cotton DK (100% cotton) in Ivory (3665)*. All items: Size 4.00 and 4.50 crochet…

Crochet Teddy Bear Measurements Approximately 53cm/21in tall. Materials 3 x 50g (136m) balls of King Cole Cuddles DK(100% polyester) in Caramel (1184); 1 x 100g (400m) ball of King Cole Big Value Baby 4ply (100% acrylic) in Pebble (1681)*; length of Light Brown for embroidery. Size 5.00 crochet hook; toy stuffing; 67 x 11cm strip of tartan fabric, sewing needle and thread matching fabric. Abbreviations Ch, chain; st, stitch; htr, half treble; htr2tog, [yarn round hook, insert hook in next st, yarn round hook and pull through] twice, yarn round hook and pull through all 5 loops on hook; slst, slip stitch. Note Yarn amounts are based on average requirements and are therefore approximate. Instructions in square brackets are worked as stated after 2nd bracket. Body With 5.00 hook and…

This month’s choice is Yarn Stories Fine Merino and Baby Alpaca DK (75% fine merino, 30% baby alpaca), an incredibly soft yarn, sourced from the finest raw materials that are then spun at the company’s own worsted-spinning (so the yarn is very fine) mill in Yorkshire. Decades of experience enables them to achieve a sophisticated blend (the kind of quality that goes into Saville Row suits) and a colour range of 16 shades, from subtle creams and greys to the richer jewel brights. All of which makes this the perfect go-to yarn for our Tunisian crochet jacket. We opted for the Dove shade, with its timeless appeal, to complement this classic design – it adds to its versatility and makes it an ‘all season’ item you’ll want to wear again…

Our cosy toppers are so quick and easy to make, you could knit a different colour for every day of the week! Measurements Approximately 20cm/8in high. Materials 2 x 50g (113m) balls of Rooster Almerino DK (50% alpaca, 50% merino wool) in Damson (214)*. Pair of 4mm (No. 8) knitting needles; 6 buttons; sewing needle and thread. Abbreviations K, knit; p, purl; st, stitch; sl, slip; psso, pass sl st over; ytb, yarn to back; yrn, yarn round needle to make a st; garter st (every row k). 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 (both alike) With 4mm needles, cast on 87 sts for lower edge. 1st rib row: K5, p2,…

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…

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…