Knit this easy to wear loose fit ladies sweater, with cable patterning and crew neck. Ideal for winter outerwear.

Knit these fabulous, funky toy chicks, a free pattern download originally from the Organic Cotton kids Collection. Designed by Janice Anderson, re-worked in bright shades of Baby Merino Silk DK (wool and silk) and re-named. This design is knitted mostly in stocking stitch, a perfect Easter knit gift for little ones. This knitting pattern is for the intermediate knitter.

Knit this gorgeous, rosehip-detail scarf with funky feature pockets.  Designed by Martin Storey and knitted in Silk Twist, originally featured in Silk Twist Classics this pattern now available for free download.

Knit this gorgeous, cosy scarf with fringing detail.  Designed by Martin Storey and knitted in Silk Twist, originally featured in Silk Twist Classics this pattern now available for free download.

These lovely fingerless mittens would make an ideal gift.  Designed by Martin Storey and knitted in Silk Twist, originally featured in Silk Twist Classics this pattern now available for free download.

This simple, shawl-neck sweater is a real winter warmer.  Designed by Martin Storey and knitted in Silk Twist, originally featured in Silk Twist Classics this pattern now available for free download.

This simple yet stylish cardigan is perfect for winter layering.  Designed by Martin Storey and knitted in Silk Twist, originally featured in Silk Twist Classics this pattern now available for free download.

Stylish head warmer designed by Martin Storey and knitted in Silk Twist, originally featured in Silk Twist Classics this pattern now available for free download.

Crochet this ladies' knee length summer dress from the Rowan archive, originally featured in Rowan Knitting & Crochet Magazine number 43.  Designed by Marie Wallin using Siena 4ply, a beautiful mercerised cotton with a wonderful sheen (cotton) this knee length dress has a square neck and waist-tie detail.