This pattern can be made in either sock/ fingering/ light weight yarn or lace weight yarn. A lace yarn will produce a looser, more open tension than light/ sock yarn. The panels have little or no ease; they are designed … Continued
An easy-knit top-down hat that should appeal to youngsters. Made in Patons Decor, with acrylic for ease of care and wool for warmth. Choose a variegated colour for added interest, or use up stash with random stripes. Read more in … Continued
Knit Together with Cynthia MacDougall Crafters tend to be generous people. We have to be – if we weren’t, our linen cupboards and closets would be full of the things we make. The reaction to our handmade gifts fall anywhere … Continued
A few years, ago my younger daughter and I took a trip to England for her March break. We both loved the various styles of architecture, but, as a knitter, one of the things I found most inspiring was the … Continued
Spring is such a joyous season and I love seeing trees come back to life; the first buds bursting forth and the dainty blossom petals weighing down the branches. With this in mind I came up with a branching pattern … Continued
Elizabeth has always loved knitting and she became a knitwear designer when she was home caring for her children. “I was a knitting teacher first and I knit models for some of the Toronto yarn stores,” she explains. “Then, I … Continued
The Sweet Anticipation Wrap was designed with our cold Canadian winters in mind. We need something to wrap ourselves in as we make our journey to a festive party but then want to look glamorous when we arrive. I suggest … Continued
This beautifully cabled sweater conjures up the days spent climbing mountain tops in the Alps. Make it and wear it to keep you warm throughout the mid seasons. Read more in our Fall 2014 issue. Designed by Anna Stoklosa www.knitting-made-easy-annastoklosa.com
This is a very practical small shawl with an Art Deco influence. The shape allows it to stay on your shoulders without pinning or tying. Wear it over a coat or alone as a decorative accent. Ideal for fall. Read … Continued
This is a delicate cardi created with cables and eyelets in the right places. The ribbon adds femininity. The cardi can be dressed up or down depending on the occasion. Read more in our Fall 2014 issue. Designed by Anna … Continued