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PUFFIN POWER!
It’s safe to say we love puffins, and jump at the chance to knit anything with these sweet birds on. Puffin Lopapeysa is a unique jumper pattern from Olga Begak and, once knitted, we think you’ll find it a struggle to take it off all winter long!
Pattern PDF £8, www.begak. shop/products/puffinlopapeysa-knitting-pattern
What I’m loving…
Fabulously flecked chunky yarn, Halloween delights, exciting yarn crawls and top UK shop events
Yarnstravaganza
Enjoy UK Hand Knitting’s second Yarnstravaganza – encouraging shoppers to visit their local yarn shops. Bigger and better in its second year, it takes place from 30 Sept to 7 Oct 2023. Visit your local participating yarn shop, or even visit stores further afield. This year’s event promotes the main benefits of yarn shops – the support and expertise they offer, and a place to get together, learn and have fun.
www.ukhandknitting.com
World of Wool Confetti
Who doesn’t like their chunky yarn with a little pizazz? Confetti is a super-chunky yarn with flecks of contrasting colour that delivers a punch! It’s ideal for modern, on-trend garments and accessories.
£6.48 for 100g, www.worldofwool.co.uk
King Cole Halloween Book
Step into a world of whimsy and wonder with ‘Halloween Knits Book 1’. It’s a captivating knitting pattern book that will ignite your imagination and bring a touch of enchantment to your needles. Delve into the mystical realm of witches, wizards, and pumpkins as you embark on a mesmerizing knitting journey unlike any other...
For stockists visit www.kingcole.com or call 01756 703670
Cambridge Yarn Crawl
Join Jem and Camilla on a fun-packed yarn crawl day on 18th November 2023. Travel from Cambridge to London (or just meet in London) and visit lots of yarn shops with discounts, competitions, games and creative fun along the way.
Tickets from £65. For more details visit www.cambridgeyarnfestival.co.uk
Pumpkin Sweater Pattern
Up-and-coming new designer Knitting Glitter has designed a modern Halloween sweater pattern which is so cool you’ll want to play dress up immediately!
PDF pattern £7.54, www.ravelry.com/designers/knitting-glitter
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COZY COASTAL KNITS by Rosann Fleischauer (£18.99, Stackpole Books)
If you love the vibe of carefree coastal living, this collection of knits is for you! From the knitting to the wearing, each of the 21 pieces is designed to relax and bring comfort. All designs are beginner to intermediate level and you’ll find just the right amount of complexity for interesting yet stress-free knitting. Knit in you
