Cast on 96 (108) sts using 5mm needles. Row 1 *K2, P2; rep from * to end of row. Continue working in K2, P2 rib for a further 13 rows. Change to 5.5mm needles. Row 1 *P1, yrn, K2, skpo, K3, k2tog, K2,

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These cute knitted bees turn a simple nursery blanket into something special

■ Any DK yarn in 2 colours ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required For a full list, see page 78 of Simply Crochet magazine What you do with these

Cast on 64 sts using 4.5mm circular needles and Yarn A. Join in the round being careful not to twist the stitches. PM at join. Rnd 1 Knit. Rnd 2 Purl. Repeat the last 2 rnds a further 4 times. Change

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