First impression is elegant. This issue has a romantic theme that carries from the patterns to the photography styling.
Let’s start with the basics of the magazine.
This issue has 30+ beautiful knit designs around a central theme of Gift-Worthy knits, which are broken up into smaller focused sections. Each issue also includes a note from the editor, which is always well crafted and sets the tone for the whole issue. There are also articles, pattern spotlight, a stitch tutorial, and much more.
In this issue is an article, A Yarn for the Ages: Unravel the History of the Harrisville Mill, about my tour of historical fiber mill Harrisville Designs. During the tour, John guided me around the mill while he explained textile manufacturing, the process of turning fiber into yarn, products for weaving, and the vast history of the mill. This was such a great experience, learning about the process of how fiber is spun into yarn. If you’ve wondered where your yarn comes from, check this out and get 2 free fingerless mitt patterns (Silver Mist Fingerless Mitts) on the blog using the Harrisville Designs Shetland Fingering weight.
There is also an article, How to use your skills to help those in need, written by my designer buddy Ashlee Lackovic. In this touching and thoughtfully written piece, Ashlee shares how knitting can be used as a way to give back to the community by donating to causes such as Hospice, NICU, and so much more. “Never underestimate the power that knitting has to make a difference, to give back and to help.”
Featured Pattern
Lavender Tea Cardigan by Corrina Ferguson
This sweater is worked from the bottom up with raglan shaping for the body and sleeves in pieces. It is seamed together (no intarsia just happy stripes on the sleeves!) and a button band is added to the front. Work all waist and raglan decreases and increases 1 st from edge to allow for seaming.
The issue is separated into fun pattern sections:
The first is section is On Point. These are 5 hat and cowl designs which use stitch patterns that feature arrows, either done using colorwork or textured stitches.
Sugar Plum Shawls features 4 romantic and elegant shawls perfect for any occasion.
Convertible Knitting has 3 patterns that magically converts into something else. It’s like getting a 2 for 1.
Winter Nights are those 8 patterns perfect for cozying up on a cold winter day, to keep you warm and toasty from head to toe.
The Art Deco section has 3 designs featuring geometric shapes which is reminiscent of the style of 1920s and 1930s.
The final section is Peppermint Merri-mint which features 4 patterns perfect for the holiday season.
Take a look at the full issue and let me know. What is one (or two) pattern you want to get on the needles right now? I love hearing from you. Please leave a comment below to share.
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