Short on space? Try this stylish creation for a vertical display

MATERIALS Of Caron Simply Soft, 1 170g ball in each of Bone (9703) A, Autumn Maize (0008) B and Taupe (9783) C for Brown version; Cobalt Blue (9784) A, Plum Perfect (9761) B and Sage (9705) C for Blue

Egypt is a country overflowing with history, archaeology and landmarks – the Pyramids of Giza and the Valley of the Kings, for example – that have stood the test of time. The writing system they used

■ DMC Natura Just Cotton (100% cotton, 50g/155m) 1 ball of each: Passion (N23) Coral (N18) Blé (N83) Spring Rose (N07) Geranium (N52) Chartreuse (N48) Light Green (N12) Safran (N47) Blue Layette (N05)

Knit a cabled scarf with a clever flap to keep it neat Instructions overleaf

EASY MATERIALS 1 100g skein Manos Del Uruguay Marina in Vesuvio (N6362), 3.5 mm circular knitting needle,100 cm in length; 1 pair each 3.5 mm and 4 mm needles; stitch markers. Alternatively you can bu