Knitscene Sommer 2011

In its first ever summer issue, Knitscene explores plant fibers, quick and unusual accessories, and great layering garments. Who says people don’t knit in the summertime? This issue is brimming with fabulous must-have knits and need-to-know technical info. Concise tutorials back up the projects, which range from beginner to intermediate, with most patterns falling in the advanced easy category. Easy tees and airy shawls mix with transeasonal garments and accessories for a design-packed collection.

Every page is inspiring and lively, while the knitting itself is simple and fun.

• 27 projects
• Profile on designer Amy Christoffers with 4 exclusive designs
• Easy Tees: a collection of tees, tanks, and warm-weather tops that are accessible to newer knitters
• Knits that travel: great layering pieces for travel and everyday
• Eclectic mix of fibers and textures for on-trend knitwear
• Garter stitch: accessories worked in garter stitch, styled with a nautical theme
• Tutorial: using mitered corners for edgings and other design elements
• Swatch experiments: Celebrated designer Stephen West explores garter stitch
• Summer abroad: features and departments take a look at knitting in Europe, knitting around the U.S., and products ideal for travel