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  • Yarn Pairings for Cultivate Pt. 1
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    Yarn Pairings for Cultivate Pt. 1

    We all know those books that touch us on a deeper level, making a lasting impact on how we see the world. Cultivate: Knitting the Beauty of Nature is just that. A passion project between two friends — the British artist and knitwear designer Dee Hardwicke and Laine’s very own Jonna Helin — this book…

    MayaB

  • Yarn Pairings for Laine Issue 22

    Yarn Pairings for Laine Issue 22

    It’s Laine time and the autumn Issue 22 is coming out on the 30th August and we can’t wait. Laine 22 is titled Aalto after the Finish architect Alvar Aalto who designed the Paimio Sanatorium where this issues photos were taken. This cool and stylish setting provides a great backdrop to the eleven knitwear designs…

    George Cullen

  • Yarn Pairings for Short-Row Colourwork by Woolly Wormhead

    Yarn Pairings for Short-Row Colourwork by Woolly Wormhead

    Woolly Wormhead’s new book Short Row Colourwork has taken the knitting world by storm. It has been hard to get our hands on them and as soon as they do they are gone again. But the exciting news is we have more coming in. If you have had your eye on this book grab your…

    George Cullen

  • Yarn Pairings for Laine Issue 21
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    Yarn Pairings for Laine Issue 21

    Laine’s summer Issue is drawing us in with a hazy summer warmth and beautiful knitwear. The theme for this issue is Harvest Sun. As spring begins to warm up Laine present us with the joys of the summer, with flower filled filled fields and long light days. The designs inside feature meticulous details as well…

    George Cullen

  • Yarn Pairings for Laine Issue 20
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    Yarn Pairings for Laine Issue 20

    We are eagerly anticipating Laine Magazine’s Spring Issue. Issue 20 is titled Waterways and has us dreaming of days by the sea. Inside are ten knitwear designs including five sweaters, one cardigan, one tee, two shawls and one pair of socks. Featuring work by Rebecca Clow, Lily Kate France, Eliza Hinkes, Susanna Kaartinen, Marzena Kołaczek,…

    George Cullen

  • Yarn Pairings – Pom Pom 47
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    Yarn Pairings – Pom Pom 47

    Pom Pom Issue 47 is around the corner and the Winter issue Monochrome is full of delightful patterns to keep you knitting through the coming months. The theme for this issue is subtle colour combinations. So designs that focus on shades of the same colour, textural differences or shadows and depth. Designers featured are Sara…

    George Cullen

  • Yarn Pairings – Observations: Knits and Essays from the Forest

    Yarn Pairings – Observations: Knits and Essays from the Forest

    Seeing as we are on a bit of a jumper kick lately and especially a stranded colourwork one, I thought I would delve into Observations: Knits and Essays from the Forest by Lotta H. Löthgren and see what colourwork delights it has inside. I shall be taking a closer look at some of the designs…

    George Cullen

  • Yarn Pairings – Laine Issue 18
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    Yarn Pairings – Laine Issue 18

    The Autumn Issue of Laine is here to whisk you off on a cosy weekend getaway. This issue focuses on the versatility of knitwear as we enter the autumnal season. Great for wearing outdoors or in, perfect for a little adventure. Inside this Issue there are eleven designs by ten designers that include jumpers, cardigans,…

    George Cullen

  • Yarn Pairings – Pom pom Issue 46
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    Yarn Pairings – Pom pom Issue 46

    Knitting season is here, yes really! We maybe having a bit of a heatwave here in London but there is no reason you can’t start planning your autumn projects. Pom pom Issue 46 is here to help you usher in the change of season. This issue features guest editor Candice English of The Farmer’s Daughter…

    George Cullen

  • Yarn Pairings for Laine Issue 17

    Yarn Pairings for Laine Issue 17

    Here comes the sun! Laine Issue 17 is not far away and we sure are looking forward to waking up from winter to some warmer days. This bright and cheery issue with a nod to a vintage aesthetic features the work of eleven designers: Julia Disini, Rastus Hsu, Elena Solier Jansà, Pauliina Leisti, Veronika Lindberg,…

    George Cullen

  • Yarn Pairings for Pom Pom Issue 44
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    Yarn Pairings for Pom Pom Issue 44

    This spring issue of Pom Pom is so bright and colourful it will certainly banish those grey winter days. Taking inspiration from printing processes that layer up imagery like risograph and screen printing. Expect lots of overlapping colours, transparent textures and colourwork, all in an array of zingy and fresh tones. Inside are nine designs…

    George Cullen

  • Yarn Pairings for Laine Issue 16
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    Yarn Pairings for Laine Issue 16

    The latest issue of Laine Magazine is always hotly anticipated and with good reason. The Laine team have an amazing skill at bringing together a selection of talented designers and producing a cohesive collection of patterns. All packaged within the cover of a beautifully designed magazine. This post I will take a look at the…

    George Cullen

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