Creative Knitting: November 2005

The focus in this issue seems to be cool weather wearables. There is a large selection of sweaters, pullovers, capes and ponchos in a variety of styles, yarns and sizes. Whatever your taste, you are sure to find something you like. There is even a poncho for your favourite pampered pooch. Of course there are several scarves... the latest must-have fashion accessory in various novelty yarns. For those that are interested in mosaic knitting, there is a very good lesson on it, as well as several projects to practice on -- coasters, card holder, hat, and stockings. The latest fad, felting, returns in a purse pattern, and 2 hat designs. There is a cute twist on standard socks, done mostly in worsted weight... just in time for the cooler weather. One afghan done in chenille, and a sweater for a child and their teddy rounds out this issue.

There is an interesting article on alpacas and how versatile the wool is. The first part of a two-part article on plus sized sweaters looks very promising. A great reference for those that design for larger sizes, or those that knit for them! Towards the end of the magazine is a lesson that for me is more than worth the price of the magazine... a description of how to do the Kitchener stitch, aka grafting. It shows you with several illustrations, as well as step-by-step written instructions!