This issue of Knitting magazine comes with 21 knits for late fall as the weather is going to get colder, also here in Germany. And it shows 5 Christmas jumpers for the whole family.

Yarn Review

Jeanette Sloan is talking about the newest autumnal yarns

• Mirasol Llama Una (100% baby llama)
• Rowan Big Wool Colour (96% wool, 4% polyamide)
• King Cole Masham DK (100% wool)
• Wendy Ramsdale DK (100% wool)
• Rico Design Fashion Flame (60% acrylic, 40% wool)
• Sirdar Wool Rich Aran (60% wool, 40% acrylic)
• Rico Fashion Big Mohair Superchunky (40% acrylic, 30% polyamide, 30% mohair)
• Bergère de France Cyclone (78% acrylic, 18% worsted wool, 4% polyester)

Knitted Fashion Gallery

Aoife by Marie Wallin

This sweater by Marie Wallin is knitted in the new Rowan Fazed Tweed (72% wool, 22% alpaca, 6% polyester) yarn and is originally published in the Rowan brochure Fazed Tweed, a collection of 16 designs for women.  The body shows a structured pattern produced by slip stitches, increases and decreases worked in two colours, whereas the raglan is knitted in stockinette stitch in two different colours.
Knitable in 5 sizes: 81-86cm (32-34′) to 122-127cm (48-50′)
Actual measurement: 92cm (36′) to 140cm (55′)

Checked Jacket by Sian Brown

Sian Brown used 2 shades of Rico Design Eco Pure Chunky  (100% wool) for this design. This long jacked is featuring a checked pattern knitted and a one button closure using fairisle technique. All pieces are knitted flat and joined together. The big collar and the front bands are picked up and knitted in a rib pattern.
Knitable in 6 sizes: 81cm (32′) to 107cm (42′)
Actual measurement: 101cm (39¾’) to 133cm (50′)

Skinny Rib Jumper by Natalie Smart

This jumper is knitted in a rib pattern throughout and is showing a rib increases shaping on the front. Worked flat from the bottom up, Natalie Smart used MillaMias Naturally Soft Merino (100% wool) for her design.  Increases just before the armhole shaping are worked for a better fit. After joining the pieces together the roll neck is picked up and knitted in the round.
Knitable in 6 sizes: 81cm (32′) to 107cm (42′)
Actual measurement: 84cm (33′) to 114cm (45′)

Asymmetric Fairisle Jacket by Natalie Warner

This stunning design by Natalie Warner is featuring an allover fairisle pattern. It is knitted using 3 shades of Rowan Felted Tweed DK (50% merino wool, 25% alpaca, 25% viscose). Back and fronts are knitted separately. The sleeves are formed by working increases and decreases and therefore knitted simultaneously with fronts and back. The cuffs and collar are picked up and knitted in a rib pattern before finishing.
Knitable in 3 sizes: 81-86cm (32-34’) to 102-107cm (40-42’)
Actual measurement: 90cm (35½’) to 133cm (50′)

Leonora by Pat Menchini

Trinity stitch meets cables on this jumper by Pat Menchini. Knitted flat the sleeves are worked simultaneously with front and back. The funnel neck and sleeve borders are picked up after joining the shoulder seams. Shown here in Stylecrafts Life Chunky (75% acrylic, 25% wool)
Knitable in 4 sizes: 81-86cm (32-34′) to 112-117cm (48-50′)
Actual measurement 102cm (40′) to 132cm (50′)

Lady Edith’s Blouse by Camilla Ette Gotfredsen

A Rolling Stone pattern in black and white forms this crocheted blouse by Camilla Ette Godfresdsen. Two strands of each DesignEtte Hokkaido (100% raw silk) and DesignEtte Andrea di Bonaiuto (70% super kid mohair, 30% silk) held together are used for this design.
Crochetable in 4 sizes: XS – 3 XL
Actual measurement: 98cm (38½’) to 140cm (50′)

Two Cable Jumper by Maisie Smith

Two cables floating from bottom to top on the front of this jumper by Maisie Smith.  The garment is knitted flat and is featuring side shaping and an on trend tunnel neck. Shown here in Debbie Bliss‘ Rialto Chunky (100% wool) in shade 07 Gold.
Knitable in 7 sizes: 81cm (32′) to 112cm (44′)
Actual measurement: 96cm (37¾’) to 134cm (50½’)

Dahlia by Emma Wright

This relaxed design by Emma Wright is knitted using Louisa Hardings Esquel (60% merino, 20% llama, 20% silk) yarn in an easy to remember pattern. It is featuring drop shoulders, pockets, a scalloped edges formed during cast off and is knitted in one piece to the armholes.
Knitable in 5 sizes: 81cm (32′) to 102cm (40′)
Actual measurement: 86cm (34′) to 107cm (42′)

Man’s Easy Textured Jumper by Pat Menchini

Pat Menchini used Rico Essentials Soft Merino Aran (100% merino wool) for this easy textured jumper for men. Raglan shaping, a collar and a button band with three buttons is shown in this design. The pattern is formed by cables and broken rib.
Knitable in 6 sizes: 81-89cm (32-35′) to 119-127cm (47-50′)
Actual measurement: 92cm (36¼’) to 128cm (50½’)

Knitting Accessories Gallery

Ribbed Scarf by Sarah Hazell

A ribbed scarf is essential for this season. This one by Sarah Hazell is knitted using DY Choice Aran (75% polyacryl, 25% wool).
Size 24cm x 272cm (9½’ x 107′)

Maipo Bag by Jo Allport

A Houndstooth Check pattern and a Herringbone pattern are shown on this bag by Jo Allport. It is knitted using Araucania Maipo (100% wool).
Size 30cm wide x 4cm deep x 25cm high

Hottie by Sarah Hazell

It’s getting cold outside, so stay warm with this Hottie by Sarah Hazell. Knitted in Navia Duo (100% wool). Isn’t it lovely, the garter stitch and the weaved coloured threads?
Size 23cm x 36cm (9′ x 14′)

Oak Leaf Cushion by Dee Hardwicke

This cushion by Dee Hardwicke is knitted using Rowan Lima (8% merino wool, 84% baby alpaca, 8% nylon). It is knitted using intarsia technique and is showing a stunning oak leaf pattern. This pattern is originally published in ‘Little Colour Knits‘ by Dee Hardwicke, published by Rowan.
Size: 30 x 30 cm (12 x 12′).

Textured Cushion by Caroline Birkett

This lovely cushion by Caroline Birkett is knitted using 7 shades of Cascade 220 (100% Peruvian Highland wool). It is showing 5 different stripe alternating stripe patterns. The back is made of a matching fabric.
Size 66cm x 66 cm (26′ x 26′)

Houndstooth Socks by Sarah Hazell

I love those Houndstooth socks by Sarah Hazell. Aren’t they looking great? They are shown here in John Arbon Exelana Exmoor Blue Face 4ply (100% wool)
To fit UK size 5/6

Knitting Children’s Gallery

Girl’s Skirt and Hat by Bergère de France

The skirt is knitted flat and is featuring a bow in the same fairisle pattern as the hat. It is shown here in Bergère de France‘ Ideal (40% wool, 30% acrylic, 30% polyamide).
Skirt to fit age 2-8yrs; waist 44-56cm
Hat to fit age 2-8yrs

Boy’s Zip Up Jacket by Bergère de France

This boy’s zip up jacket by Bergère de France is showing an embroidery on the shoulders of the fronts. Isn’t it cute? Shown here in Bergère de France Ideal (40% wool, 30% acrylic, 30% polyamide)
To fit age 3mnt – 3yrs. (5 sizes are given).

Cat Jumper by Lang Yarns

For cat lovers! This jumper by Lang Yarns is knitted using stranded technique. The cats eyes are embroidered on afterwards using duplicate stitch. Shown here in Lang Yarns Merino 120 (100% wool).
Sizes to fit age 6-9mnts – 3-4yrs (4 sizes are given)

Sheep Hat by Vanessa Mooncie

This hat is started on the top and crocheted in the round. The shaping of the face is worked in rows. The ears are worked in the round. Button eyes and an embroidered nose finish the design. Shown here in King Cole Merino Blend Chunky (100% superwash wool). This design by Vanessa Mooncie is originally published in ‘Crocheted Animal Hats’ by Vanessa Mooncie, published by GMC Publications.
To fit a child or an adult
Head circumference 51(56)cm; 20 (22)’

Chunky Monkey by Jem Weston

Jem Weston knitted this lovely Chunky Monkey in Rowan Felted Tweed DK (50% merino wool, 25% alpaca, 25% viscose). This pattern is originally published in ‘Cute Little Knits‘ by Jem Weston published by Rowan.
To fit age 6 – 10 yrs
Actual chest measurement: 72cm (28¼’) to 90cm (35½’). (4 sizes given)

Christmas Jumpers for all the Family

Snowman Jumper by Sirdar

This jumper is knitted using Sirdar Country Style DK (40% wool, 30% acrylic, 30% nylon).
Knitable in 6 sizes: 81-86cm (32-34′) to 132-137cm (52-54′)
Actual measurement: 91cm (36′) to 142cm (56′)

Prancing Reindeer Sweater by Stylecraft

This sweater is knitted using Sylecraft Life DK (75% acrylic, 25% wool).
Knitable in 5 sizes: 71-76cm (28-30′) to 112-117cm (44-46′)
Actual measurement: 92cm (36¼’) to 135cm (53¼’)

Man’s Reindeer Sweater by Patons

This sweater is knitted using Patons Fab DK (100% acrylic).
Knitable in 5 sizes: 81-86cm (32-34′) to 122-127cm (48-50′)
Actual measurement: 97cm (38′) to 139cm (54¾’)

Reindeer and Stars Sweater by Wendy

This sweater is knitted using Wendy Ramsdale DK (100% wool).
Knitable in 5 sizes: 78-81cm (30-32′) to 117-122cm (46-48′)
Actual measurement: 92cm (36¼’) to 133cm (52½’)

Kid’s Reindeer Sweater by Bergère de France

This sweater is knitted using Bergère de France Ideal (40% wool, 30% acrylic, 30% polyamide).
Knitable in 4 sizes: 3-24month

The next issue of Knitting magazine will be available on November 20 with 32 glamorous knits.

All pictures of the patterns above are screenshots from my iPad and my purchased copy of Knitting magazine November 2014.