PATTERNS13 Pastel Perfection

Channel ladylike elegance inHelen Ardley's leaf-adornedneck piece

16 Elvis the CockatooTry teaching Val Pierce’scheeky crested friend a new phrase

21 Spring GreenA bright basketweave sweaterfrom Sian Brown

27 Vintage FlairYou can't get it wrong with PatMenchini's casual cardigan

30 Bamboo BeautyJulie Ferguson's versatile shawl is ideal for changeablespring weather

35 Shopping Spree Knit Monica Russel's stylish bagfrom recycled T-shirt yarn

38 Secret GardenWatch your blanket grow withthe next two squares for ourknitalong

41 Silver DollarFall in love with lace by makingAnniken Allis's timeless top

48 Flower PowerIf Micky the Monkey isn’t foryou why not use your free yarnfor a gorgeous corsage?

53 OliverCraft Jane Burns' gorgeousscruffy teddy friend for yourfavourite little person

59 Bathroom BluesA trio of lovely washroomaccessories to add glamour toyour beauty routine

62 Sienna BloomLynne Rowe's quirky Fair Isleteacosy is sure to brighten upyour kitchen

64 Turkish DelightBring a hint of Istanbul intoyour home with a vibrant,ethnic print cushion

66 Up, Up and AwayA brilliantly colourful mobile by Nicola Valiji to keep baby smiling

72 Get OrganisedThree cute, stashbustingpatterns to help keep track ofyour keys

76 Fuchsia FunBe a trendsetter in Kelly Menzies'bright and on-trend top

85 Little HelperProtect pretty little outfits withLucinda Ganderton's stripeycrocheted apron

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55 Stylecraft Colour CompetitionHere's your chance to createyour own shade of StylecraftSpecial DK!

89 TutorialAdrienne Chandlerdemonstrates how toincrease, decrease and jointhe round when crocheting

PEOPLE50 Stop and Share

Catch up with the LKcommunity

98 My Stash SecretsBe inspired by our chat with Tanis Grey and herimpressive career

IN EVERY ISSUE...3 Welcome7 This Month’s Free Gift10 April is the Month40 Bookshelf49 Coming Next Month52 Tea Break70 Subscriptions91 Giveaways92 Practical Guides94 Step By Step

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SHOPPING24 Style Spotlight

Our focus this month is allthings spring

56 Yarn ShoppingSwaddle a little loved one inour favourite baby yarns

87 Colour TherapyBe inspired by bright, boldcrimson yarns

88 What’s In StoreGet the hot gossip from ourfavourite shops around the UK

FOCUS8 Let’s Knit Loves

Catch up with the latest news and gossip from theknitting universe

32 Planning AheadGet the lowdown on Yarn Shop Day 2015

34 Reader OfferExclusive discount on 'KnitYour Own Zoo' and a freepattern download

39 British Knitting Awards 2015Nominate your favourites and you might win a fabulousprize worth £200!

45 Jump into Spring Find out about exciting new releases forspring/summer 2015

At Let’s Knit we understandthat nothing is moreannoying than errors inknitting patterns. As part ofour total commitment toensuring that yourexperience of our magazineis as enjoyable as possible,we’re proud to offer THE LET’S KNIT PATTERN PROMISE:• Exclusive patternsfeatured in Let’s Knit havebeen professionallychecked and reproducedwith the utmost care.Updates can be found atwww.letsknit.co.uk • Should you encounter any problems we are morethan happy to providesupport and assistance.Contact us and we willendeavour to respond as soon as possible.By email:support@letsknit.co.ukBy telephone: 01206508622 (office hours only)By post: at the address onpage 95 (please mark your envelope ‘Support’) (Please note we cannotoffer assistance withpatterns not published in Let’s Knit)

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PastelPerfection

Achieve a classic look with Helen Ardley's leaf

adorned neck pieceTouches of silver complement delicate pastel pink,harking back to the elegance of generations past.

This divine transeasonal scarf will easily complete any daintyoutfit and is the ideal project to see in the warmer evenings.

Perfect ladylike elegance!

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“Scarves are still big this year somake this beautiful leaf-trimmedaccessory to decorate a new coatready for the spring.”HELEN ARDLEY

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L E A R N A N E W S T I T C H P A T T E R N

Whether you're looking for a new technique to try orwant to attempt your very first garment, this pretty

sweater is for you. The style is ideal for springtime, when thechangeable temperatures mean you often have to alternate

between layering up and wearing something a little lighter. It'salso a fantastic introduction to the simple basketweave stitch –

read our Knitwise panel on page 23 to find out more.

meet ourDESIGNER

“The basketweave stitch is a verysimple one to knit and the purewool yarn gives it good definition.The shape is easy to wear on itsown or with an additional layerfor warmth.”SIÂN BROWN

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SpringGreen

Jump into April with SiânBrown’s basketweave top

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E A S Y C A R D I I N F A B Y A R N

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“This cardigan is easy to knit andthe yarn is both fascinating andfun to work with. It can be pairedwith almost anything.”

PAT MENCHINI

Step out in PatMenchini's terrific

textured knitthis spring

Brighten up the gloomy Aprilmornings in this vibrant

cardigan using a fantasticthick and thin yarn. The

textured yarn is surprisingly easyto work with and knits up fast.

Great for layering on chilly daysor complementing a classic teadress as the sun comes out, thiscardigan is sure to become your

new spring staple.

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Q U I C K A N D E A S Y B A G

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“This colourful item was a fun tomake. Using thick yarn meansthat it’s a quick project, too.”

MONICA RUSSEL

ShoppingSpree

Go green with MonicaRussel’s reusable bag

Perfect for groceries or as a bright and cheeryhandbag, this eye-catching shopper is a reallyspeedy knit. The yarn is made from recycled T-shirtfabric and is super chunky – the whole bag is just 23stitches wide! If you enjoy sewing, why not make a

cotton lining to help your bag hold its shape?

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S P R I N G T I M E L A C E

Spring is well and truly here, so it's time toput away the bulky sweaters and start

work on those lighter knits in preparationfor summer. Whether you team it with a floraldress or your favourite pair of jeans for a morecasual look, this lace top is just right for thoselong fine days. The majority of this garment isworked in the round, but watch out for whenyou divide for the Front and Back as you will

then be working back and forth in rows.

meet ourDESIGNER

“This sweater is worked in the round from the bottom up to theunderarm. Stitches are picked up forthe sleeves which are worked fromthe top down with short rows toshape the caps. There is lace detailon the yoke with the rest of thesweater worked in stocking stitch.”

ANNIKEN ALLIS

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SilverDollar

Prepare for the warmerweather with AnnikenAllis’s feminine jumper

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Simply Sirdar

The days are getting longer, the frosts are no more, and there's a subtle hint of warmth in the air. There's only one explanation:spring has finally sprung! With the change of year upon us, it'stime to discover what exciting releases are coming to a yarn storenear you. Whether you prefer lightweight or chunky knits, brightcolours or quirky ribbon yarns, you're sure to findjust the thing to kick off the season in style.

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RADIANT ROWANRowan is releasing a trio of yarns, starting with Tetra Cotton, a unique cotton yarn that's spunfrom four harmonious hues. Summerlite 4ply is a delightfully soft cotton yarn, and CottonLustre has a wonderful drape thanks to the blend of cotton, linen and modal fibres. All threeyarns have brilliant pattern support, with projects from top Rowan designers such as MartinStorey and Sarah Hatton. www.knitrowan.com has the full selection.

With seven yarns unveiled thisseason, including two from Hayfield,you will certainly be spoilt for choicefrom Sirdar. Beachcomber DK,Cotton Rich Aran and Cotton 4plyall channel the trend for colourfulcotton yarns, and if you're lookingfor something a bit different, checkout Kasha, their 300g ball of slubbyyarn. It comes complete with thepattern to make your own throw!Head to www.sirdar.co.uk formore details.

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SPRING!Find out what’s new in the knitting

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OliverMake Jane Burns’ warm, cuddly

friend for your favourite little personMake a new beloved hand-me-down as a special gift for ayoung one with this classic scruffy teddy. Oliver is safe for

small children and combines both knitting and sewing to create awell-loved teddy which will become an instant family favourite.

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“You don't need to be precisewhen sewing on Oliver's patches– the tattier he looks, the better!”

JANE BURNS

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BathroomBlues

Add some style to your washroomwith the help of Georganne

Cauchi’s accessoriesWho says you can't have knitting in every aspect ofyour life? Whether you make just one or the whole

trio, each of these quick knits is a fantastic addition toyour daily routine. The facecloth and mitten are perfect forscrubbing away the remains of the day, and the headband isgreat for keeping damp strands of hair out of your eyes or

even for taming any unruly locks.

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P E R F E C T F O R C R A F T Y K I D S

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“This candy stripe apron makes apractical cover up for baking days,but it can also be worn – RailwayChildren style – as a best pinaforeto wear over a pretty frock.”LUCINDA GANDERTON

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Small people always look cute in stripes and we love thecheerful candy colours of this pretty pinny. It's worked in

a simple half treble and treble crochet stitch pattern, and thetop shaping is achieved by rejoining the yarn. The apron is

finished with a neat double crochet border and a sweet frontpocket for hiding away anything from toys to tasty treats!

LittleHelper

Whether it’s protection fromflour or playdough, LucindaGanderton’s apron will help

keep your tot clean

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