The king cole collection

SEND WINTER WISHES There’s nothing better than finding a letter on your doorstep addressed to you, especially during the holidays – it’s a way for us to share our love to those who are out of hands’ r

This year I really wanted to make us a fun keepsake as I usually only do things for other people as gifts. I remembered I'd found this little gem, the ‘Activity Cards’ from issue 339 (Dec 2023) by Emm

This elegant cardigan features a medley of pretty stitches

■ King Cole Cottonsoft DK (100% cotton, 100g/210m) Yarn A French Navy (741) Yarn B Antique Gold (3461) Yarn C Hot Pink (1848) See table for measurements and yarn quantities ■ A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hoo

BLANKET SQUARE 11 – TREES (Knit in Yarns B, D, N and V.) Cast on 44 sts using 4mm needles and Yarn B. Knit 3 rows. START CHART Row 1 (RS) K3, knit Row 1 Chart 11, K3. Row 2 K3, purl Row 2 Chart 11, K3

Inspired by the tones and textures of the Brecon Beacons, designer Dee Hardwicke shares her philosophical approach to knitting with a global community of crafters and blue-chip clients