What makes the ultimate comfort project? What draws you back to that one project day after day? For me, it has to be something engaging but not fiddly, something that feels good in your hands, but also something that you are really excited to use once it’s finished… Believe me when I tell you this is that project! The bands of colourwork featur...

You are invited to a wonder-full WoolGatherer holiday season. Everybody welcome!

I love colour, I really do. I love how it can put a smile on your face, invigorate your energy or calm your soul. I love how different colours play together - how they compliment, blend and clash. But I have to admit to being a little scared of it… scared of wearing it, anyway. (I sense it might be because my school experience taught me that vi...

The weather where I live has taken a complete nose-dive in the last week. Summer is definitely gone. I feel like I should be sad about it, but I’m just not. I live for these cold, dreary days. No, it might not be “picnics in the park” weather, but it is most definitely “cosy up with your knitting” weather, and I am here for it!

What happens if you break up a traditional moss stitch with extra knit rows? What happens if you add colourful stripes to a texture pattern? What happens if you break up a knit row with extra yarn overs? I really enjoyed the process of developing this design - posing questions, toying with possibilities, merging different ideas together - and t...

Sitting on the grass, feeling the warm sunshine on your skin, mindlessly picking daisies and joining them into a chain - for me, it’s the ultimate image of contentment. But here’s my question for you… have you ever tried knitting a daisy chain? It’s much less dependent on the weather and, if you aren’t already familiar with the kind of peaceful...

Have you ever seen the video of David Bowie being questioned about his choice of shoes during a TV interview? When asked “are those men’s shoes or women’s shoes or bisexual shoes?” the wonderful human simply said “they’re shoe shoes, silly!” I think that one sentence perfectly sums up everything I adored about Bowie and what he gave to the worl...

Did you know? The Greek key (or Meander) is not only a visually stunning pattern. Historically, it’s also been consistently used as a decorative symbol representing infinity and never-ending love or devotion. It’s a pattern that I find fascinating and holds a special place in my heart, so I knew I needed to find a way to incorporate it into a k...

As a knitwear designer, one of the biggest challenges can often be how to create something new - something that hasn’t already been done, and that feels fresh or novel (especially as a designer who has a certain fondness for some of the more traditional textures and techniques). If, like me, you’re drawn towards projects that bridge the traditi...

A gorgeously cosy sock with an intuitive, relaxing stitch pattern - Florin is going to become your favourite to make and to wear! Plus, it works just as well in one single colour or many. So, whether you have a precious skein of sock yarn that you want to turn into an extra special pair of socks, or a selection of leftovers waiting in your stas...

What do you do if you get lost in an Icelandic forest? Stand up.

Looking for a festive knit that feels Christmassy, but not so Christmassy that you’ll avoid wearing it for the rest of the year? Then look no further. The lace panel on the Viken socks is designed to resemble the branches on a traditional Christmas tree. But it’s subtle enough that, for the rest of the year, it just looks like a beautiful, deli...

As a child, I spent a few years living in Cyprus. It was, for the most part, a brilliant experience. But Winter and Christmas never quite felt right… There was no waking up to frost glistening on the ground, or curling up under a blanket with a hot drink in the evening, or bundling up in coats and scarfs and mittens to venture outside… And it j...

Trust me when I tell you this shawl is essentially just a big knitted hug. Not only does its squishy DK weight yarn make it super warm and cosy but its large crescent shape means it naturally wraps itself around your neck and shoulders like the most comforting embrace. The two-colour texture pattern also adds a gorgeous tactility to the piece, ...

With its high-contrast, geometric colourwork pattern, Kerville is a modern take on the classic Fair Isle sweater.

Originally designed for Issue 138 of Knit Now magazine, this gorgeously textured piece was inspired by the floaty, feminine fabrics and textures that have defined the boho style for decades. I specifically wanted to include eyelets and elongated stitches as a nod to the lace and fringing that have become almost synonymous with Bohemian and hipp...

If gothic romance vibes are your thing, this stunning hat inspired by the shadows and silhouettes in a moonlit forest is just the thing for you.

Patterned socks might just be the best knitting project of all. There, I said it. Of course, you are free to disagree but at least hear me out. They’re small and generally only need one skein of yarn, so they are super easy to carry with you and fairly gentle on your bank balance. But they’re also way more fun to knit (and impressive to look at...

Thornton is such a super versatile design. Whether you are looking for baby’s precious first handknit or an everyday, playdate-friendly sweater, Thornton is the perfect choice - it really can be whatever you want it to be! And, as a fairly simple design, framed by a few perfectly positioned features, it is the perfect canvas to truly show off y...

With its two layers, this might just be the warmest, cosiest shawl ever. Although the second layer underneath is completely optional, it is the perfect opportunity to introduce a stunning pop of colour, which can be peeped through the eyelets in the Argyle-inspired texture pattern on the front piece.

The effortless beauty of the Retiro socks means this is a pattern you are going to come back to time and time again. That colourwork is incredibly simple to knit - no stranded colourwork here, just slipped stitches! - and, set against those striped soles and picot edging, it looks really rather effective.

The beauty of the Bacton shawl is found in its apparent contradictions - it is somehow both modern and timeless, it combines crisp lines and sharp angles with squishy texture, and is sturdy enough to stand up to the bracing wind without losing any of its drape. Plus, with its slightly unusual mirrored short row construction, it offers something...

With its combination of patterns and high-contrast colours, Hyde is a playful take on the classic raglan sweater - a perfect mix of timeless and modern, which you are going to love knitting just as much as the recipient is going to love wearing!

Searching for a sock pattern that’s going to give you maximum impact for minimal effort? This might be just the thing for you! The colourwork fade featured up the legs of the Excel sock looks super striking but is actually really simple to knit. In fact, it’s the perfect introduction to knitting colourwork socks because the pattern is simple an...

Simple stockinette, squishy fisherman’s rib, 2-colour mosaic knitting, a neat row of bobbles… The medley of textures and techniques featured in the Eaton shawl makes it the perfect canvas for showing off your yarn. I can’t wait to see what colour combinations you choose - will you stick with the understated elegance of a greyscale theme, will y...

Wardour really is the ultimate comfort-knitting project - perfect for when you just need something soothing and relaxing. The stitch pattern is simple and intuitive, and, as you’ll be holding three strands of yarn together throughout, you’ll find yourself making quick progress. Plus, with its muted rainbow scheme and squishy, cosy fabric, the f...

Stoke ticks all the boxes - an easy to wear, stylish hat which is so quick and simple to knit that you’ll always want one on the needles. Why not go ahead and make one for every member of the family? With sizes ranging all the way from baby to large adult, there’s no reason why you can’t!

Fulstow is a fun, playful take on the traditional grandad cardigan. And, with its garter stripes, i-cord edging, and mosaic colourwork, this little project is just as fun to knit as it is to wear!

This stylish, lightweight stroller blanket is sure to be the go-to option all year round - perfect for bundling up a snuggly, sleeping baby or popping over them in their pushchair while out and about. And it’s just as easy to knit as it is to use!

With a design reminiscent of the country’s traditional colourwork and a colour palette based on the shades that dominate its rolling landscapes, these Iceland-inspired mittens are an essential addition to every winter wardrobe. Plus, with the cosy, plump fabric you get from using an aran weight yarn, you’ll be sure to feel as ready for an Icela...

Unsure what to do with the scraps left over from your recent projects? Searching for a project to showcase your advent calendar mini skeins? Karlovy is the perfect solution.

In a new take on the popular fade, this fingering-weight shawl combines squishy texture and two-colour brioche to create a luxuriously cosy addition to your autumn wardrobe. With the traditional triangle shape developing quickly outwards from the initial i-cord tab cast-on and the pattern switching regularly between straightforward, intuitive t...

A simple raglan baby cardigan with textured panels either side of the button band. The shaping is straightforward and intuitive, while the stitch pattern on the front pieces adds just enough detail to keep the knitting process interesting.

A simple triangle shawl, worked flat from the top with alternating sections of stockinette and texture, separated by garter stitch eyelet rows. A perfect choice for your first shawl project; the texture pattern is straightforward and intuitive, using just knit and purl stitches. Plus, the regular alternating between sections keeps the knitting ...

A quick and easy baby blanket, perfect for gift knitting or in preparation for your own impending arrival. The blanket is knit flat using simple stitches so this would make a wonderful beginner project.