I have an abiding memory of my grandmother’s kitchen with a fresh pot of tea on the table covered in a very brightly coloured cosy. It was extremely well-loved, having been used for years, and was made from a real assortment of yarns and colours. As it was my grandmother who taught me how to knit, I thought it would be nice to re-create this de...

As a simple introduction to stranded, Fair Isle knitting this pattern is suitable for knitters of all abilities. The main technique used is stranded knitting with two colours but it is also a good project to practice using double-pointed needles.

With its clean lines and simple design, this tea cosy is the perfect choice for any tea lover. Designed to fit an average 4 cup pot, the stitch pattern is easy to remember and knits up very quickly making it an ideal project for a new knitter.

This cosy is the perfect project for learning and practicing traditional Fair Isle techniques on a small scale before stepping up to larger items such as jumpers. Skills practiced include knitting with two colours and how to knit and cut steeks.