The Knitter magazine
The Knitter is the premier brand for people who want to knit beautiful, original patterns from the world’s best designers. Explore new knitting techniques, discover the latest products and read informative, in-depth articles from experts around the globe. With its focus on high-quality designs and photography, The Knitter is a hugely respected brand within the knitting community.
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The Knitter latest issue
Take a look behind the cover of the latest issue, order your copy and catch up on issues you might have missed.
The Knitter pattern corrections
Working on a pattern from The Knitter? Keep an eye on this page for any errata and updates from the magazine.
Darn good advice! Mend your knits with our guide to darning
Whether it's patching up elbows or fixing holey socks, we'll help you bring your knitwear back to life with our guide to darning.
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Boost your skills with our library of essential knitting techniques!
Whatever you need to know about knitting, and whatever your skill level, you'll find a tutorial to help in our ultimate technique library.
Storytelling, craftsmanship and history: The evolution of your favourite fabrics with Liberty
Follow the design journey of your favourite fabrics with Liberty! From moodboarding to exploring the archive, learn all about the fascinating world of fabric design.
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Issue 220 - Fair Isle hat & mitts, brioche scarf, gansey, cabled cardigan, poncho, dickie and colourwork socks.
Issue 219 - Lace sweater, Fair Isle yoked top, colourwork jumper, lace wrap, and men's cardigan.
Issue 218 - Lace cardigan, cabled jacket, lace top, cabled socks, and three lace shawls.
Issue 217 - Textured cardigan, floral blanket, Fair Isle top, brioche mandala and lace shawl.
How to knit
Knitting needle sizes and conversion chart
Find out how to measure your needles and convert between UK, US and metric sizes with our guide to knitting needle sizes.
6 easy ways to cast on knitting
Discover everything you need to know about adding your first stitches to the needle with our how to cast on knitting guide.
Team Gathered! Join a growing community of 36,000 fundraisers and do something Mighty in 2026
Sign up to take part in Macmillan Mighty Hikes and join walkers of all abilities at 12 beautiful locations around the UK
Free knitting patterns
Free beginner project | Knit a placemat
Knit these pretty place settings by Katina Killey and enjoy al fresco eating in style this season. Our quick and easy project is ideal for beginners!
Free pattern | Knitted farm animals
Cast on these cute farmyard friends by Louise Smith and use them as keyrings and bag charms – or just little toys to cuddle!
How to check your breasts for early signs of cancer — and how to get a scan sooner
The Knitter competitions
WIN Clover knitting tools!
Enter our prize draw from The Knitter 220 for a chance to win a selection of Clover PRO Takumi needles and knitting tools!
Closed on: October 29, 2025
WIN the yarn to knit our ‘Tintagel’ knitting pattern from The Knitter!
Enter The Knitter’s giveaway for a chance to win four skeins of hand-dyed yarn
Closed on: September 7, 2025
40+ beginner crochet projects you'll want to start right away
Whether you're a complete crochet beginner or are looking to start your first crochet project, you'll find loads of inspiration in our list of easy crochet projects!
