Hello…
…and welcome to our super loved-up Valentine’s Day issue!
I’m a big fan of celebrating love, so we’re taking a slightly different tack this Valentine’s Day. Everyone shows affection differently, and on every day of the week, and not just midway through February for the day! Maybe you don’t have a Valentine of your own, but use this celebration to think about those who live far away, or you enjoy spending time with friends and family you love. To acknowledge this special day, I’ve put together a collection of patterns and features which I hope encourages the many ways of saying ‘I care’ which, after all, is the most important thing, right?
Those in the mood to indulge themselves (and why not?) will fall head over heels for Pat Menchini’s gorgeous cover jumper. Knitted in romantic rainbow shades, it’s the new team fave (our friendly, unexpected photo-shoot cat thought it was pretty purrfect too!). Or perhaps you want to share the sentiment with your little ones – Monica Fuertes’ delightful cupids are ideal for making children feel super special.
Need to send a heartfelt hug? Everyone knows wrapping up in a warm, handknitted blanket is the best therapy, and part three of our KAL blanket by Lynne Rowe is filled with sweet heart motifs (previous squares are available in back issues from 179 on p72). Or perhaps you could opt to keep their chilly toes warm with our decadent (and easy!) lace socks in this month’s extra booklet. Whatever you cast on, we hope you’re feeling the knitting love this month...