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Letter from the Editor

but the upcoming Fall 2012 issue that we are currently working on, and the many more after that!The success of this first issue would not be possible without the support of so many people. The designers were fantastic to work with, and I was surprised by their enormous wealth of knowledge and talent. Our photographer and models were a joy to work with, as were the many people who provided support in terms of editing, tech editing, web design, and styling. Thank you! From the bottom of our hearts, Heather and I would like to thank those people closest to us that have provided much needed daily support and understanding. Thank you for dealing with our craziness, hectic schedule, and late nights while we put together this magazine.In this issue, along with 26 gorgeous patterns, you will find articles that will become staples in Clotheshorse: product reviews, a shop report, fashion reviews, and an interview. We hope you enjoy this issue as much as we have enjoyed creating it. Sincerely,

Welcome to Clotheshorse! Over two years ago I started thinking about the magazine that would eventually evolve into Clotheshorse. I yearned to knit more patterns that were currently in style, and to see more pattern collections created like a fashion runway collection. Essentially, I wanted to merge fashion and knitting. This is when I discovered Heather Dixons patterns. Her first collection that I discovered featured a stunning mini-dress that I decided to make for a formal event. After I wore it, I was hooked, and I wanted more!As Heather and I became friends we discussed the idea of creating a fashion knitting magazine and decided that together we could make it happen. The journey since then has been extremely fun, and well worth all the hard work we have put into this first issue. We are excited not only about this issue

Our TeamHeather Dixon: Co-Founder, Creative Director, Stylist, Graphic Designer.Mindy Brown: Co-Founder, Editor, Copy Editor.Peter Demuth: PhotographerLillian Dumont: ModelTatiandra Andersen: ModelEmily Wray: Website DesignMelissa Wehrle: Tech EditingTherese Chenoweth: Tech EditingCharles Voth: Tech Editing

ContentsLetter From the Editor...................................2Contributors & Contents...............................3A Fabulous Weekend in the Country.........4Interview with Amy Small..........................22We Love - Product Reviews....................26Natural Elements.......................................28Shop Report - Purl Soho..........................54Sport Luxe..................................................58Contributor Bios........................................80

A Fabulous Weekend in the Country Catwalk Report by Fay NixonBrush away recession blues with a vivid injection of fifties Americana for a modern twist on retro holidaying. Girly ginghams are given new life by a multitude of designers, who have cut and shut the classic weave into a number of super sexy shapes from crazy cute crop tops, to fabulously flirty shorts. Think shrunken cardigans with a dash of girlish glamour.

Summers surprise breakthrough colour,sunshine yellow, steals the show providing an upbeat narrative for the simpler things in life.

Nicole Farhis take on the trend comes in the form of ultra-chic swing jackets paired with high rise gingham hot pants, and all punctuated by a dash of vibrancy.

Nicole Farhi Spring 2012Photo: Yannis Vlamos

In typical style Marc Jacobs offered more than a dash of frivolousness, layering a myriad of checks for a nostalgic vibe of the trend. Note the injection of colour throughout the all-important accessories.

Of all the offerings, Isabel Marants wearable and laid back appeal spoke volumes with only a mere nod to the trend. Her ankle length distressed jeans created a gingham effect without the danger of becoming too cutesy. As always with Marant, it was all about the knits. This over-sized cardigan, with placed fringing, created a beautifully home-spun look, perfect for cosying up around the campfire.

Marc Jacobs Spring 2012Photo: Monica Feudi

Isabel Marant Spring 2012Photo: Yannis Vlamos

A FabulousWeekendin the CountryLeaving the hustle and bustle of the city behind for the peace and tranquility of the country doesnt mean you shouldnt look fabulous. Casual, country styling featuring a relaxed, oversized sweater, shrunken cardigan, bib and braces details, sexy tops, and shorts. Keep the moutain chills from your shoulders in a colourful, fringed wrap.Fibers and colors include: crisp cottons, both smooth and textured, cool linens, and recycled denims, sky blues, navy, olive, sunny yellow, fresh greens, red, white, ice-cream pink, and linens.

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Peekamooseby Heather Dixon

Finished Chest Width: 23 (25, 27 , 29 , 31, 33, 35 , 37 )/58.5 (63.5, 70, 75, 78.5, 84, 90, 95)cm.

YarnKollage Riveting, 100% recycled yarn from recycled blue jeans (95% Cotton, 5% Other), 3.5oz/100g, 350yds/320m.7 (7, 8, 8, 9, 9, 10, 10 ) Skeins of # 7902 Dusk Denim.Note: Yarn is used double throughout.

Tools 1 pair of US 6/4mm knitting needles1 pair of US 8/5mm knitting needlesor size needed to obtain gauge.

Gauge14 stitches x 26 rows = 4/10cm worked in Garter Stitch using US 8/5mm knitting needles.

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Sweet Meadows by Heather DixonFinished Chest Circumference: 30 (32, 34, 36, 37, 39, 41, 43, 44, 46) / 75.5 (80.5, 85.5, 89.5, 94, 99, 103.5, 108.5, 112.5, 117.5)cm. Note: Approx 2 3 / 5 7.5cm of positive ease.

YarnRowan Cotton Glace (100% Cotton), 1.75 oz/50g, 126yds/115m. 9 (9, 10, 10, 11, 11, 12, 12, 13, 13) Skeins of #833 Ochre.

Tools1 pair US 2/3mm knitting needles, 1 pair US 4/3.5mm knitting needlesor size needed to obtain gauge10 - /12 - 19m Buttons

Gauge24 stitches x 34 rows = 4/10cm worked in Stockinette Stitch using US 4/3.5mm knitting needles.

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Willow by Andrea RangelFinished Chest Circumference: Chest 28 (31, 35, 38 1/2, 43, 46, 50)/71 (79, 89, 98, 109, 117, 127)cmPlease allow for 1-3/2.5 - 7.5cm of negative ease.

YarnClassic Elite Yarn Allegoro (70% Cotton, 30% Linen), 1.7oz/50g, 152yd/139m. 11 (12, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18) Skeins of #5636 Linen.

Tools1 size US 3/ 3.25mm, 24/61 cm circular needle & 1 size US 3/3.25mm, 32/81cm or longer circular needle or size to obtain gauge 1 size US D/3.25mm crochet hook.Gauge24 sts x 39 rows = 4/10cm in Geometric Pattern stitch, using US 3/3.25mm needles.

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Mapledale by Heather DixonFinished Waist Circumference: 28 (30, 32, 34)/71 (76, 81, 86)cm.

YarnLouet Euroflax Sport Weight (100% Linen), 3.5oz/100g, 270yds/246m. 2 (3, 3, 3) Skeins of # 36 Natural.

Tools 1 24/60cm or longer US 2/2.75mm circular needle & 1 24/60cm or longer US 3/3.25mm circular needle if using the Magic Loop method. Or size needed to obtain gauge.

Gauge28 sts x 36 rows = 4/10cm worked in Stockinette Stitch using US 3/3.25mm knitting needles.

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Sundownby Heather Dixon

Finished Length: 69/175cmFinished Width: 16/41cmFringe: 4/10cm each end.

YarnCC1: Knit Picks Comfy Fingering (75% Pima Cotton, 25% Acrylic), 1.7oz/50g, 218yds/199m.4 Skeins of # 9437 WhiteCC2: Crystal Palace Panda Silk (52% Bamboo, 43% Superwash Merino Wool, 5% Combed Silk), 1.7oz/50g, 204yds/188m.4 Skeins of # 3009 CherryMC: 1 end of CC1 and 1 end of CC2 held together.

Tools1 pair of US 6/4mm knitting needlesor size needed to obtain gauge.

Gauge14 sts x 24 rows = 4/10cm worked in Entrelac Pattern using US 6/4mm knitting needles.

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Shokanby Talitha KuomiFinished Measurements: 11/87cm wide, 13/33.3cm highStrap = 29/73.66cm long.

YarnSpud and Chloe Sweater (55% Wool, 45% Cotton), 3.5oz/100g, 160yds/146m.MC: 2 Skeins of #7512 WatermelonCC: 1 Skein of #7502 Grass.

Tools1 set of size US 7/4.5mm double pointed needles1 set of size US 9/5.5mm double pointed needles1 pair of size US 9/5.5mm circular knitting needles or size needed to obtain gauge.

Gauge 15 sts x 20 rows = 4/10cm in Cloverleaf Eyelet Rib using US 9/5.5mm knitting needles.

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Belle AyrBy Heather Dixon

Finished Chest Circumference: 27 (29, 31, 33)/68.5 (73.5, 78.5,84)cm Note: Approx 4 - 5/10 - 13cm of negative ease.

YarnMC: Crystal Palace Yarns Panda Silk (52% Bamboo, 43% Superwash Merino Wool, 5% Combed Silk), 1.7oz/50g, 204yds/187m.2 (2, 2, 3) Skeins of #3009 Cherry.CC: Knit Picks Comfy Fingering (75% Pima Cotton, 25% Acrylic), 1.7oz/50g, 204yds/187m.1 (1, 2, 2) Skeins of # 9437 White.

Tools 1 long (24/60cm or longer) US 2/3mm circular needle.1 long (24/60cm or longer) US 1/2.5mm circular needle or size needed to obtain gauge.2 /2cm Buttons.

Gauge28 sts x 43 rows = 4/10cm worked in Gingham Stitch using US 2/3mm knitting needles.

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Interview with Amy Small, Knit Collage by Heather Dixon Its no secret that I love yarn. It calls to me; it beckons me to squish it, tells me what it wants to be when it grows up, and haunts my dreams. Im not a true yarn snob. I dont discriminate between different yarn types. Yes, I have my favorites but I am not faithful to just one fibre, blend, weight, or handle. I love yarn, its almost that simple. In June of 2011 I attended my first TNNA, (The National Needle Arts Association) trade show. My Army of Knitters designs are represented by Deep South Fibers whose booth was located next to a yarn company I had yet to hear about but at first glance of their offerings, I wanted to know more -

lots more! I jumped right in and felt like a kid in a candy store. Which one of the colourful, sparkly yarns did I want to take home with me? The answer, all of them! I gushed over Owner and Creative Director, Amy Small, and wanted to find out everything there was to know about Knit Collage. HD - Hello Amy. Im so very pleased that you are our very first interviewee in Clotheshorse magazine! Please start by telling us a little bit about yourself, and how you wound up in the yarn business?

AS - Im so excited to be featured! Thank you so much for thinking of Knit Collage! Well, its kind of a long story but the short version is that I learned how to spin yarn while I was designing sweaters for

Gypsy Garden - Mermaid Caf

Free People. I instantly fell in love with the fact that I could design every inch of the yarn just how I wanted! I started spinning a lot after that. I think I had hand carders and a drop spindle in the beginning. After a while I splurged and bought a wheel. At the time I think it was the most expensive thing I had ever bought! I spun a lot and started to experiment with different fibers, trims and spinning methods. After a few years of this, I decided to put together a little collection of yarns and send photos of them to yarn store owners. One of them, (Loop in London) actually wrote me back and wanted to order, thats really how

Amy Small - swamped in yarn!

Knit Collage was born! Six months later I shipped Loop our first order of yarn. They encouraged me to go to the TNNA and thats just what I did in Jan of 2010. So it wasnt super planned, it just kind of happened.

HD - Were you interested in crafts as a child or is it some-thing that has become part of your life since leaving school?

AS - Yes, my whole life! At camp in the summers I was a friendship bracelet and beading fanatic! I have always loved collage and used to collage everything- tables, suitcases etc. growing up. In high school, I had a wonderful art teacher who taught sculpture but somehow I convinced him to let me do fashion design. He taught me how to sew and from there I went onto college to study textiles and design.

HD - Are you involved in any other crafts besides spinning and knitting? AS - I moved into a new apartment with my boyfriend last April so recently weve been into DIY-ing that space and making it more of our own. Each weekend I try to do something, like hang a bookshelf or paint a wall. Its been a lot of fun. The more we do the more I realize we can do on our own pretty inexpensively. I also really love making jewelry and have a vast collection of beads and different trims. I like to sew too but my focus right now is definitely on knitting and spinning. Someday I Pixie Dust - Amethyst.want to get really good at macram and learn how to quilt.

HD - Please describe the process of making your yarns from raw materials to finished skein?

AS - The whole process is intensely time consuming, which is why our yarns are so expensive. The fiber is dyed and then the different colors are carded together to create the correct color effect. Most of the trims used in our yarns (like Gypsy Garden and Rolling Stone) are actually made by the

A collage of Knit Collage!

women we work with, so the tiny crochet flowers or braided trimsall handmade! The trims needed for one skein of yarn are put together in a little baggie and given to the spinner along with the carded fiber. Then they are all spun together to create the yarn! The spinning process takes quite a long time- around 2 hours or more for some ladies. Then the yarns are washed and dried and checked for quality before being packed up and shipped to me in Massachusetts.

HD - From where do you seek inspiration?

inspiration is from what I see happening in the fashion world and my travels to India. I like to use ingredients and raw materials that are native to India but put a little bit of my aesthetic twist on them in the yarns.

HD - Who spins your yarns? Do you visit them often?

AS - We work with a group of women in Punjab, India who spin our yarns.

Candy Cane- Cotton Candy

AS - Im all over the place. I have been collecting magazine tears for a long time now. I have an intense filing system so if Im ever looking for a hat idea, I can just go into my hat file and there are 10 yrs worth of tears! At some point, I should probably go digital with all of these. Most of my

Right now we have about 46 women there working for us. Its empowering to see the women working, especially in an area where decent jobs for un-educated women are hard to come by. Most of the women have a lot of home responsibilities and on any given day 10-12 women will be out with their kids or families. We try to plan our production around this. I last visited in May of last year and plan to go again in late April this year.

A group of Knit Collage Spinners in India

Rolling Stone- Morning Glory

HD - Do you have any new yarns this season? What makes them so unique?

AS - Yes! We recently launched a new line of yarn called Pixie Dust Mini. Its similar to our Pixie Dust yarn but much thinner, more like a worsted weight yarn. These are unique because they are

Pixie Dust Mini - Flamingo

handspun with a multitude of different colors and sparkly Angelina fibers! I am hoping some knitters will attempt sweaters in these yarns, I think that would look amazing.

HD - I have a skein of Pixie Dust Mini on my desk just waiting to be something fabulous - its gorgeous - I cant wait to knit with it! What is next for Knit Collage?

Stargazer Silk & Sequins -Blue Lagoon

AS - I have a zillion ideas! One of my new years resolutions is to get my site and our Ravelry page up and running perfectly. There are some major changes Im envisioning. I want the site to really tell our Knit Collage story. I also hope we continue to increase the number of stores we sell too and the number of knitters that want to knit with our yarns! I plan to focus on patterns, developing more on our end and collaborating with designers like Army of Knitters to give knitters exciting new design ideas.

Sister - Soft Ivory

HD - Is there anything else you would like us to know about?

AS - I think you covered it!

Thank you so much for taking the time to chat with us. We are huge fans of you and your yarns and very excited to use them in all sorts of designs. We look forward to seeing new Knit Collage yarns and finished items. We love you! Clotheshorse Approved!

Lavishea Lotion BarPerfect for travel, these bars are stored in a handy-sized, tight sealing tin, containing a no-mess lotion. The non-greasy lotion applies with ease to hydrate skin in need of moisture. The bars are made of fair-trade Shea butter and all-natural soy wax. They come in a variety of fragrances, including our favorites: Lavender and Pear!

Options Harmony Wood Cable Knitting Needles by Knit PicksMade from laminated birch wood, the Harmony Cable Needles have a lustrously smooth surface allowing stitches to move freely. The gradually tapered points allow for ease of slipping your cable stitches to and from your knitting needles. We love the inclusion of shallow grooves that help keep your cable stitches in place. Set includes 3 sizes of needles, perfect for any gauge project.

Soak by SoakHow long did you spend on your last knitting project? Days? Months? Years? Doesnt it deserve as much care after its finished? Keep it in tip-top condition by gently washing it with the fabric friendly ingredients in Soak that revitalize fibers. Soak can be used by hand or in the washing machine. Also perfect for washing other delicates including lingerie and swim wear. Soak comes in 7 fragrances including scentless and the newest scent, Lacey.

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Heel by SoakIndulge your senses in not only the wonderful aroma but also the creamy texture of Heel. Absorbs quickly into tired feet. The enticing aroma of the spearmint fragrance made the rest of my skin jealous. It really is a luxuriously rich treat! Heel also comes in cucumber or scentless.

Yarn Scale by Knit PicksLightweight and easy to store, the digital Knit Picks yarn scale provides a useful tare feature that allows you to measure yarn in a container. Simply place the container on the scale, press the tare button, resetting the scale to zero, and then add your yarn to the container. Measures up to 2 kg/70 oz, and has an accuracy of 0.5 g/1.1 oz. Runs on 3v battery, sold separately.

Knitters Tool Tin by The Sexy KnitterAll your most used knitting and crochet tools are included in this Altoids sized tin: tape measure, compact scissors, stitch markers, stitch holder, cable needle, crochet hook, and 3 sizes of darning needle. Dont leave home without it. You can even take it onthe plane with you, it is FAA approved!

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Natural Elements Catwalk Report by Fay Nixon

Step into a world of whimsical romanticism as runways combine overtly feminine effects with fluid and draped shapes for a new sense of bohemia. Traditional techniques of lace, cut work, and broderie anglaise are reworked for a contemporary feel to a classic tale. Fringing, plaiting, and macram

effects add a fresh decorative element.Inspiration comes in the form of Lanvins Greek goddess draping, the ultimate in femininity, where the colour palette culminated in a frosted haze of pretty pastels ranging from pistachio to cameo pink. Watercolour inspired prints also made an impression.

Just Cavalli utilized a cornucopia of ice cream tones to create hazy, abstracted imagery. The styling evoked an image of a softer Janice Joplin, with carefully placed fringing, fluted sleeves, and flowing neck-ties. All of which remained cool and wearable while cutting a rather romantic dash.

Lanvin Photo: Yannis Vlamos

Just Cavalli Photo: Yannis Vlamos

However the real star of this love story comes in the form of Mark Fast. For a designer so entrenched in a particular approach, this season has seen a renaissance in sentiment: swapping signature style for something altogether a little more enchanting.

Combining rich textural crochet effects and flattering drape, Fasts gowns evoked an ethereal beauty reminiscent of a neo-classical painting.

The focus lay with highly decorative necklines placed against ruffles to give a fun, flirtatious finish to a womanly silhouette.

Mark Fast Photo: Fillipo Fior

Mark Fast Photo: Fillipo Fior

Natural ElementsInfluenced by the nymphs, mermaids and Shakespearian female characters featured in Pre-Raphaelite, neo-classical, paintings by John William Waterhouse. Bohemian heroine meets Greek Goddess in this romantic theme with a 70s vibe. Sensuous and fluid drape combined with textural macrame-look stitches results in an ultra feminine story of statuesque beauty. Natural colours and textures come alive with touches of lace, variegated yarns, and fringes, sepia, skin tones, wood bark, stone greys, marble whites, cosmetic pinks, and blush.

Image is in the public domain.

Arethusaby Mindy Brown Finished measurements: Top of Skirt: 70/178cm Bottom of Skirt: 116/295cm YarnTilli Tomas Voile de la Mer (70% Silk, 30% Seacell), 1.7oz/50g, 290yds/265m.MC: 2 Skeins of Dapple GreyCC1: 4 Skeins of FawnCC2: 3 Skeins of American Beauty.

Tools1 size US 4/3.5mm, 60/152cm length circular needle1 size US 1/2.25mm, 60/152cm length circular needle or size to obtain gauge.

Gauge23 stitches x 37 rows worked in Lace Stitch Pattern and US 4/3.5mm knitting needles.

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Ampelus by Cheri McEwen Finished Chest Circumference (worn open): 30 (48)/87 (107)cm.

YarnClaudia Haindpaints Linen (100% Linen), 1.7oz/50g, 270yds/200m. 2 (3) Skeins of Seashells.

Tools1 size US G/4.5mm, crochet hook or size to obtain gauge.

Gauge17 sts x 9.5 rows = 4/10cm in Double Crochet stitch, using US G/4.5mm hook.

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Calypsoby Heather Dixon

Finished Chest Circumference: 26 (28, 30, 32, 34, 36, 38, 40)/66 (71, 76, 81, 86, 91.5, 96.5, 101.5)cmNote: Approx 3 4/7.5 - 10cm of negative ease.

YarnTilli Tomas Voile de la Mer (70% Silk, 30% Seacell), 1.7oz/50g, 290yds/265m.5 (5, 6, 6, 7, 7, 8, 8) Skeins ofNapoleon.

Tools1 long (24/60cm or longer) US 3/3.25mm circular needle or size needed to obtain gauge..

Gauge32 stitches x 35 rows = 4/10cm worked in Stockinette Stitch using US 3/3.25mm knitting needles.

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Egeria by Nadine McLeodFinished Chest Circumference: 34 (38, 42)/87 (97, 107)cm

YarnBlue Sky Alpacas Skinny Cotton (100% Organically Grown Cotton), 2.29oz/65g, 150yds/137m. 5 (6, 7) Skeins of #306 Squash.

Tools1 pair of size US 8/5mm knitting needles or size to obtain gauge.

Gauge19 sts x 26 rows = 4/10cm in Stockinette stitch, using US 8/5mm needles.

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Creausa by Melody FuloneFinished Measurements: Necklace Pendant: 2 1/2/6.4cm across. Finished Necklace: 18/45.5cm circumference. Earring Motifs: 1 1/2/3.8cm across.

YarnElsebeth Lavold Hempathy (41% Cotton, 34% Hemp, 25% Rayon), 1.7oz/50g, 153yds/140m. 1 Skein of #36 Terra Cotta.

Tools1 size 1.90mm steel crochet hook or size needed to obtain gauge.Glossy Decoupage Glue, Paintbrush, Pins, Wax paper-covered cardboard, Jewelry pliers, Gold ear wires, Gold jump rings, Gold eye pins, Gold chain, Gold lobster clasp and/or extension chain, 8 large wooden beads (Bead Gallery Wood Diamond).

Gauge2 double crochet and 2 chain stitches = 3/4/2cm using size 1.90mm crochet hook.

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Oreaby Lucy McAnish

Finished Measurements: 9/36cm wide by 8/32cm tall.

YarnBlue Sky Alpacas Worsted Cotton (100% Organically Grown Cotton), 3.5oz/100g, 150yds/137m.MC: 2 Skeins of #614 DriftBlue Sky Alpacas Royal (100% Alpaca), 3.5oz/100g, 288yds/263mCC1: 1 Skein of #711 VermillionCC2: 1 Skein of #709 Primrose.

Tools1 size US 7/4.5mm, 32/81cm circular needle or size to obtain gauge1 crochet hook.

Gauge16 sts x 30 rows = 4/10cm in Garter stitch, using US 7/4.5mm needles,16 sts x 22 rows = 4/10cm in Stockinette stitch, using US 7/4.5mm needles.

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Carya by Mindy Brown Finished Measurements: Length: 70/195.5cm. Width: 5 1/2/14cm. Fringe: 7/18cm on each end.

YarnTilli Tomas Voile de la Mer (70% Silk, 30% Seacell), 1.7oz/50g, 290yds/265m.MC: 1 Skein of American Beauty, CC1: 1 Skein of Fawn, CC2: 1 Skein of Dapple Grey.

Tools1 size US 4/3.5mm, 60/152.5cm circular needle or size to obtain gauge.

Gauge23 sts x 37 rows = 4/10cm in Lace stitch, using US 4/3.5mm needles.

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Thetis by Talitha KuomiFinished Measurements: Front Panel: 10.5/26.5cm x 8/20cm. Body: 37/94 cm x 19/48cm.

YarnBerroco Linsey (64% Cotton, 36% Linen), 1.7oz/50g, 114yds/104m. 7 Skeins of #6502 Edgartown.

Tools1 pair of size US 9/5.5mm knitting needles or size to obtain gauge.

Gauge13 sts x 28 rows = 4/10cm in Openwork Stripe Pattern using size US 9/5.5mm knitting needles.

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Moreaby Mindy Brown Finished Neck Circumference: 28/71cm.

YarnBlue Sky Alpacas Worsted Cotton (100% Organic Cotton), 3.5oz/100g, 150yds/137m.1 Skein of #626 Stone.

Supplies1 large pendant with a center hole large enough to pass 8 strands of yarn1 lobster clasp2 jump rings.

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Syrinx by Christine JonesFinished Chest Circumference: 32 (34, 36, 37 1/2, 39, 43, 44 1/2, 46)/80 (84 1/2, 89, 93, 98, 107, 111, 115 1/2)cm

YarnKnit Picks Simply Cotton Sport (100% Organic Cotton), 1.7oz/50g, 164yd/150m. 4 (4, 5, 5, 5, 5, 6, 6) Skeins of #C969 Grey Heather.

Tools1 size US 4/3.5mm, 32/80cm circular needle or size needed to obtain gauge, 1 Crochet hook (for making the fringe), 4 wooden buttons, 1/2/12mm diameter.

Gauge22 1/2 sts x 34 rows = 4/10cm in lace block pattern, using US 4/3.5mm needle.

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Shop Report:By Jennifer Wendell

New York City has an array of yarn shops. Each one has a loyal fan base and certain things they offer and do better than the others. Purl Soho stands out from the crowd as a unique shop, well renowned for its attention to the full spectrum of colors and the wide array of crafts it supplies. The niche store is probably one of the more famous yarn stores in the city and fits in well with all the other high-end boutique and specialty shops in the area.

The neighborhood of Soho (which stands for SOuth of HOuston Street) has not always been the shopping wonderland it currently is. Evolved from farmland in the early 19th century, to theaters and entertainment, sweatshops and factories, artist studio spaces in the 1970s until blossoming into the artsy, hip, shopping dis-trict you can find today. Due to its location in such a neighborhood, Purl is often frequented by celebrities. Though they dont always bring an entourage, just last month the paparazzi caught Katherine Heigl filling her shopping basket with yarn in this beautiful store. Situated in the heart of Soho, Purl is in the crossroads of craft and fashion, quite befitting of a yarn store that is so much more.

Purl Soho 459 Broome Street New York, NY 10013. Tel: (212) 420-8796www.purlsoho.com/purl

Purl Sohos fabulous interior.

The design and layout of this store is a delight to behold. The wood floors and large ceilings are quintessential SoHo architecture and provide ample storage space for the many yarns, fabrics, needlepoint canvases, books, and notions the store has on hand. Skylights and large front windows allow for natural light to embrace the colors of the product, an architectural feature of their new space that is quite apropos of a brand that has made color its trademark. In fact, each product is organized in a color spectrum that makes even the most basic, workhorse yarn look luxurious.

Unlike many other craft stores that make obvious delineations between different crafting products, Purl has set up their store to create seamless transitions. The deeper you walk into this store, the more treasures youll find, resulting in an encouragement of blending crafts together. Its a quick and painless fall from knitting, to felting, to sewing and embroidery. Its easy to find exactly what youre looking for here, and much easier to find a gem you didnt know you were looking for.

Yarns arranged by color - A Purl Soho trademark.

From graphic Charlie Harper needlepoint canvases to beautifully detailed Liberty of London fabrics, Road to China yarn as well as Cascade yarn, there is something here for every type of crafter. Small needle felting kits, embroidery thread, and notions lie on top of bookcases throughout the store and are easily regarded as

Take part in a crafting class. Choose from variety of subjects.

quick projects to take home. Purl has a stunning selection of books in those bookcases, including the Last Minute series authored by Purl Soho store owner Joelle Hoverson.

They have a rather large table at which one can sit and knit, and is often used for the many classes they provide. Like their product offerings, the store has classes for almost any craft. On the fiber side, this includes knitting, crocheting, spinning, and weaving, and on the fabric side, classes on quilting, embroidery, machine sewing, needlepoint,

and crewel-work to ensure that theres always something new to learn within this beautiful shop.

only throughout the entire store, but in how they extend that same aesthetic to their website. The look of the website echoes quite well the airy and brightly colored brick and mortar store. The projects they highlight in their eNewsletter, website, and store look professional, attainable, and approachable, not to mention inspiring.

Whether youre familiar with their website and eNewsletter or not, this store in the middle of SoHo is definitely worth a visit. To prolong the inspiration after you leave the store, walk across the street to Mariebelle and sit down for some frozen (or hot) hot chocolate while musing over your next project, or cruise through the streets of Soho while window shopping at Bloomingdales, Prada, and the art gal-leries that dot the street. Every store, gallery and restaurant in this neighborhood is so unique that each one you visit, including Purl Soho, will make your visit to Soho something to remember for a long time to come.

In-store and online branding at its most aluring.

The most stunning thing to about this shop is the way they seamlessly blend their aesthetic not

Sport Luxe Catwalk Report by Fay NixonTheres something about the Spring that brings out a sporting streak in designers, and 2012 doesnt fail to deliver. Its time to dig out those sneakers as track and field grows up. Lashings of uber luxe fabrics are constructed into sophisticated silhouettes for a contemporary finish, oozing laid back sex appeal.

Reed Krakoff Photo: Monica Feudi

Unlike previous seasons sporting offerings the focus shifts from re-worked track pants and anoraks to direct attention onto performance fabrics cut into streamlined, feminine shapes.

Take note of Reed Krakoffs monochromatic palette, which used subtle sheen and radiance to evoke a sporty, yet lust-worthy finish. Think high tech fabrics dipped in precious metal.

Rag and BonePhoto: Yannis Vlamos

Acne Photo: Fillipo Fior

Acne followed suite combining sporting marls in racer back shapes, placed against high shine fabrics for a sumptuous blend of surface. Unconventional hemlines gave new proportion to Spring-time layering.

Rag & Bone interspersed decorative mesh textures and pretty lace patterns to create a panelling effect on the body whilst keeping statement knits pretty and approachable.

With active wear this desirable, isnt time you got physical?

Sport LuxeWith endless possibilities for the creation of new knit and crochet stitches there is always room to explore exciting sculptural and futuristic shapes. In this collection we experiment with mesh layers, lace, dropped stitches and decorative punctuation.Yarns that shine including silk, bamboo, nylon, and metallics. Silhouettes that are both simple yet flattering, and relaxed yet razor sharp.Dynamic colourways featuring shades of black, white, greys from gunmetal to white gold and champagne.

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Cobalt by Mindy BrownFinished Chest Circumference: 33 (35, 37, 39, 41, 43, 45, 47)/83 (88.5, 93.5, 99, 104, 110, 115, 120)cm.Allow for 3-5 inches of positive ease

YarnBerroco Seduce Colors (47% Rayon, 25% Linen, 17% Silk, 11% Nylon), 1.41oz/40g, 100yds/92m. 11 (12, 13, 13, 14, 15, 15, 16) Skeins of #4484 Alpha. Tools1 32/80cm US 3/3.25mm circular knitting needle 1 24/60cm or longer US 3/3.25mm circular knitting needle if using the Magic Loop method. or size to obtain gauge.If preferred you could use a small circumference circular needle or set of double-pointed needles for the sleeves.

Gauge23 sts x 33 rows = 4/10cm in Stockinette stitch, using US 3/3.25mm needles

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Palladium by Gyorgyi SutaFinished Chest Circumference: 34/86cm

YarnArtYarns Silk Pearl (100% Silk), 1.7oz/50g 170yds/155m. 4 Skeins of #250.

Tools1 size US 2/3.0mm 32/81cm circular needle, 1 size US 4/3.5mm 32/81cm circular needle, 1 size US 5/3.75mm 32/81cm circular needle, 1 size US 6/4.0mm 32/81cm circular needle, 1 size US 7/4.5mm 32/81cm circular needle1 set of US 7/4.5mm double pointed needles1 US 6/4mm crochet hookor size to obtain gauge

Gauge20 sts x 30 rows = 4/10cm in Stockinette stitch, using US 7/4.5mm needles.

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Mercuryby Heather Dixon

Finished Chest Width: 32/81cm One size fits most.

YarnTilli Tomas Pure & Simple (100% Spun Silk), 3.5oz/100g, 260yds/237m.4 Skeins of Atmosphere.

Tools 1 long (24/60cm or longer) US 8/5mm circular needle or size needed to obtain gauge.Can also be worked on straight needles.

Gauge16 stitches x 20 rows = 4/10cm worked in Stockinette Stitch using US 8/5mm knitting needles

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Cadmium by Jennifer Lori

Finished Back Measurement Between Armholes: 17 (17, 18, 18)/43 (43, 46, 46)cm. To Fit Chest: 32 (36, 40, 44)/81.5 (91.5, 101.5, 112)cm.

YarnAraucania Ruca Solid (100% Sugar Cane), 3.5oz/100g, 263yds/241m. 6 (7, 8, 9) Skeins of #101 Silver.

Tools1 size US 2/3mm, 32/81cm circular needle 1 pair of size US 2/3mm double pointed needles or size to obtain gauge.

Gauge18 sts x 33 rows = 4/10cm in Stockinette stitch, using US 2/3mm needles.

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Zinc by Melody FuloneFinished Measurements:Necklace: 5 3/4/14.6cm long and 1 1/2/3.8cm wide at each pointEarrings: 1 1/4/3.2cm long and 1 3/4/4.4cm wide at widest point.

YarnAunt Lydias Classic Crochet Cotton (100% Cotton), 1.7oz/50g, 350 yds/320 m. 1 Skein of Black.

Tools1 size 1.4 mm steel crochet hook or size to obtain gauge.Glossy Decoupage Glue, Paintbrush, Wax paper-covered cardboard, Jewelry pliers, 6, 8 mm pearl beads, 2, 6 mm pearl beads, 2 silver ear wires, Silver jump rings, Silver eye pins, 2, 5/13 cm lengths of silver chain, 1 silver lobster clasp.

Gauge10 sts x 6 rows = 1/2.5cm in lace stitch, using 1.4mm steel crochet hook.

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Rhodiumby Gyorgyi Suta

YarnDrops Cotton Viscose (54% Egyptian Cotton, 46 % Viscose), 1.7oz/50g, 120yds/110m.5 Skeins of #01 White.

Tools1 size US 4/3.5 mm knitting needles 1 size US 5/3.75 mm knitting needles 1 size US 7/4.5 mm knitting needles 1 size US 4/3.5mm set of double pointed needles 1 size US 7/4.5 mm set of double pointed needlesor size to obtain gauge 1 size US 7/4.5 mm hook.

Gauge20 sts x 30 rows = 4/10cm in Stockinette stitch, using US 7/4.5mm needles.

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Platinum by Joy GerhardtFinished Measurements: Width: 6/15cm. Length: 60/152cm.

YarnKnit Picks Shine Sport (60% Pima Cotton, 40% Modal), 1.7oz/50g, 110yd/101m.MC: 3 Skeins of Robot, CC: 3 Skeins of Black.

Tools1 pair of size US 6/4mm knitting needles or size to obtain gauge.

Gauge18 sts x 32 rows = 4/10cm in both lace patterns using size US 6/4mm knitting needles.

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Chromiumby Mindy Brown

Finished Measurements: Length for all sizes is 51/129.5cm. Back width between armholes: 14 (16, 18, 20, 22)/ 35.5 (40.5, 46, 51, 56)cm.

YarnArtyarns Ensemble Light (50% Silk, 50% Cashmere), 2.8oz/80g, 400yds/365m.4 (4, 5, 5, 5) Skeins of # H18.

Tools1 pair of US 4/3.5mm knitting needles1 24/60cm or longer US 2/3.5mm circular needle or a set of US 4/3.5mm double pointed needlesor size to obtain gauge.

Gauge26 sts x 33 rows = 4/10cm in Stockinette stitch, using US 4/3.5mm knitting needles.

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Zirconiumby Heather Dixon

Finished Neck Circumference: 16 1/2/42cm.

YarnTilli Tomas Rock Star (100% Spun Silk with Glass Beads), 3.5oz/100g, 150yds/100m.1 Skein of Black (should make 4 Necklaces).

Tools1 pair US 9/5.5mm knitting needlesor size needed to obtain gauge.1 - 1/1.9 2.5cm Button.

Gauge13 stitches x 24 rows = 4/10cm worked in Stockinette Stitch using US 9/5.5mm knitting needles.

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Heather Dixon - A native of Nottingham, England, after graduating with a BA(Hons) Degree in Fashion Knitwear Design from TNTU, Heather worked in NYC as a 7th Ave Designer. In 2010 she ran away to the Catskills to start Army of Knitters, a fashion-forward range of seasonal knitwear collections.Heather follows future fashion trends closely but is also influenced by art, film, historical and cultural dress from around the world. Website: www.armyofknitters.com & www.clotheshorsemag.com Ravelry: ArmyofKnitters

Andrea Rangel - Andrea knits, designs, and teaches in Seattle, WA. In her work, she seeks to create fashionable garments and accessories that accentuate the use of the hand knitted stitch, focusing on shape, texture and drape, along with appropriate fibers and yarn for each design. Website:www.andreaknits.com Ravelry: Andreakr

Christine Jones - Christine lives between a river and the sea on the east coast of Australia. She was taught to knit many, many years ago by her mum and has been knitting ever since. Website: www.yarnaboutyarn.com Ravelry: Yarnaboutyarn

Gyorgyi Suta - Gyorgyi received her desire to work with fiber from her great aunt, an haute couture seamstress, and her uncle, a trader in textiles that lived part of his life in Bombay. She grew up surrounded by threads and fabric and really learned how to sew while in Russia. She now re-sides in Paris and designs garments for private customers and designers.Website: www.gsuta.com Ravelry: QueenG

Designers featured in this issue are:

Jennifer Lori - Jennifer lives and knits in Montreal, Quebec, where she shares a home with her husband, yarn, 2 sons, needles, nail polish and a cat (not in order of priority). Her adventures in knitting and motherhood while working full time and becoming an optician are to be found here: Website: www.jeloca.com Ravelry: Jenniferlori

Joy Gerhardt - Joy is an American knitter living in the UK. She grabbed some yarn and needles on a lark one day four years ago, and it all went downhill from there. Now she knits, spins, designs, and spends her time on Ravelry. Website: www.joyarna.blogspot.com Ravlery: Joyuna

Lucy McAnish - When I completed my degree I decided that I needed something to keep me busy, so I learned to knit and have never stopped. Since I caught the knitting bug, I have taught many people to knit at my local knitting club and have used my cre-ative skills to begin my design career. Website: http://lucy.blerg.net Ravelry: Lucymca

Melody Fulone - Melody is a self-taught yarn designer with a flair for the historic. She spends most if not all of her free time with hook or needles in hand, trying to keep up with the ideas in her head. A native of New England, she lives in the countryside and draws her inspiration from classic novels, antiques, and the colors of nature.Website: www.melodiadesignercrochet.blogspot.com Ravelry: MelmariaMindy Brown - Mindy is currently finishing her final semester of law school. Before starting law school she finished a Ph.D. in Biomedical Sciences at Florida State Univer-sity College of Medicine. While in grad school, Mindy started knitting after many years of sewing and quilting. Since she learned how to knit it quickly became her favorite craft and she is always looking for ways to incorporate knitwear into the current fash-ion trends. Website: www.clotheshorsemag.com Ravelry: Knittinninja

Nadine McLeod - Knitting has always has been the passion in Nadines life. She learned to hand-knit at the age of 5 through her grandmother and it has provided her with a vehicle for her creative expression. She started designing as a teenager and now likes to experiment with texture, natural fibers, and beaded embellishments.Website: www.nadinemcleoddesigns.com Ravelry: Textures

Talitha Kuomi - Talitha, for the most part, is a free and easy going spirit. In spite of this, she immensely enjoys the tyranny of telling each stitch she knits 1) where to sit, 2) what to look like, and 3) what color to be. Website: www.TalithaKuomi.com Ravelry: Talithakuomi

Jennifer Wendell - Jenn collects hobbies, but always falls back to knitting to entertain herself. She lives in Brooklyn and goes out of her way to visit as many yarn stores as possible. She is also the US Consultant Editor for The Knitting Book, The Needlecraft Book, and The Sewing Book, all published by DK Publishing. You can find a list of NYC yarn shops that she frequently updates here. Website: www.passionknitly.blogspot.com Ravlery: PassionKNITly

Articles by:

Fay Nixon - In her daytime job Fay Nixon designs knit concepts for the international fashion market. In her spare time she has written articles for leading on-line publications, has had several academic papers published in the field of fashion and eroticism, and runs interiors blog The Style Directive. She currently lives in Nottingham, United Kingdom, and has one dog, but would like many more.

Cheri McEwen - Cheri is a stay-at-home mother who decided to try designing two years ago. She was nominated for the Flamie Awards by the Crochet Liberation Front in 2010 for Best New Designer and Best Adult Accessory. She has since been published in Crochetvolution and writes pattens for several yarn companies and yarn clubs. Cheri also self publishes knitting and crochet designs through Ravelry.Ravelry: Dartfrog911

Collection Photography by:Peter Demuth - Peters love for photography stems from his enjoyment of observing things, people, and his surroundings. All he needs to have a fun afternoon is his camera and perhaps a light or two. When hes not photographing, he enjoys spending time with friends, traveling, eating tacos, etc. He currently lives in historic Kingston, NY which he likes to say has a lot of potential.Website: www.peterdemuth.com

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