Simply Knitting

Simply Knitting is the UK’s best-selling knitting magazine. Whether you’re a beginner or you’ve been knitting for years you’ll find lots of exciting patterns, knitting news and great buys in every issue.

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Hello • Welcome to our February issue – a place of warming fibres and joyful knitting!

Wishlist • Shopping Events Inspiration People Views

What I'm loving… • … a stashbuster cowl pattern, knit counter and needle gauge, new Aran yarn and a Lundy-inspired sweater!

COLOURWORK IN THE ROUND!

The latest new knits • Cross-seasonal patterns from the expert designers at www.ukhandknitting.com

What could be cooler than… SNEAKER SLIPPERS?! • We can't imagine much more satisfying than snuggling down for the night in these funky sneaker slippers. They come with or without socks and can be knitted in any number of bright colours. Knitted here in Bernat Softee Chunky Solids and Marls they should take you no time at all to make and would make the perfect gift for all the family!

KING COLE CLOUD NINE DK • This buttery soft and super subtle yarn is perfect for baby!

It's about time!

Calling all bird fanciers

Event diary 2024

BLOCK PARTY • Embrace warmth and style with Caroline Birkett's colour block cardigan and turn your super-chunky stitches into a cosy, trendy hug

STEP-BY-STEP SSK SLIP, SLIP, KNIT

GET THE LOOK! • Team your knit with the latest trends

Book of the month

Stay in touch! • I love seeing what you've been doing, drop me a line with all your latest news

WHAT'S TRENDING THIS MONTH • We always keep up with what our readers are making – this issue it's squishy Santas!

NEAT AND TIDY • Keep projects safe with our knitted bags, blending garter stitch, zigzag patterns and whimsical bobbles

STEP-BY-STEP M1 MAKE 1 INCREASE

PUPPY LOVE • Dog fans will love Jane Burns's cuter than cute sweater complete with a pair of smitten pooches

BRICK LAYER • Decorative raglan sleeves and an interesting colour and texture pattern create a chic look for this men's crew-neck jumper

STEP-BY-STEP M1 MAKE 1 INCREASE

CORAL ELEGANCE • Wrap yourself in warmth and style with our multi-skill jumper featuring a delicate tree of life motif.

Lend a hand • Cast on a copyright-free pattern for items you can sell, and discover a passion for fundraising with our charity focus

Charity of the MONTH • We spoke to Helen Ren-Huckle at Holly Hedge Animal Sanctuary about all the good charity work they do…

PAWFECT PALS • Cast on sweet paws and waggy tails and bring joy to playtimes with these adorable toy companions.

SOFT & COSY • Indulge in simplicity with our stashbuster checkerboard cowl – a wonderfully warm way to style up the winter months!

POSY COSY • Add a decorative touch to your bedroom décor with Susan Cowper's floral hot water bottle cover

Pretty in pink • We perk up your project bag by picking up the pinkest tones of a selection of brand new yarns this issue

TAKE A BREAK • Pop the kettle on and take a moment to relax with our puzzles this month – it's just for fun!

CANYON COLOURS • Wrap yourself in warmth with this gorgeous cardigan showcasing earthy, sun-kissed stripes. By Erika Knight

Knitting Know-how • Write to our accomplished Q&A experts and have your tricky knitting queries and questions answered in no time!

GUEST EXPERT

MONO MAGIC • This black and white delight will go with all their winter clothes and look 100% fabulous at the...