Name: How to Cast On and Knit Stocking Stitch | Easy Knitting Tutorial @KingColeYarnsPatterns
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How to Cast On and Knit Stocking Stitch | Easy Knitting Tutorial

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2026-09-29 | How to Cast On and Knit Stocking Stitch | Easy Knitting Tutorial

Woodland Wonders CAL: Week Three - Sleeping Fox Square & Forget-Me-Not Flowers

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2024-06-21 | Let’s take a rest on our woodland wander and find a comfortable place to sit a while…wrapped up warm we listen to the sounds of the forest and savour the views of more autumn colours. Nearby there’s a sleeping fox… we may or may not see this beautiful creature and many of the other woodland wonders around us that are there but not so easy to see. Careful not to disturb the resting woodland wonders!

Dive into the enchanting world of Woodland Wonders with our mesmerising crochet-along (CAL) blanket for Summer 2024!

Designed by the talented Eleonora Tully of Coastal Crochet, this masterpiece captures the magic of the forest in every stitch. From majestic trees to delicate bluebells, and even a sleeping fox, each square is a work of art!

Whether you choose the soft embrace of Cottonsoft DK or the vibrant hues of Big Value DK 50g, the choice is yours!
kingcole.com/woodland-wonders-a-crochet-along-blanket

Ready to join fellow crochet enthusiasts? Click below to become part of our lively Facebook community, where you can share your progress, exchange tips, and revel in the joy of creating together!
facebook.com/groups/KingColeCAL

Don't miss out on this woodland adventure – let's crochet our way to woodland magic!

Woodland Wonders CAL - Week Two - Mushroom Square Update

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2024-06-17 | 🌟🍄 Apology & Update for Woodland Wonders CAL - Week Two 🍄🌟

Hey, wonderful crocheters!

We wanted to reach out with a quick update and a heartfelt apology. Due to unforeseen circumstances, we missed 'Round 2' of the Mushroom Square from Week 2 of our Woodland Wonders CAL video. We know how excited everyone is to continue this journey, and we sincerely apologise for any inconvenience this may have caused.

But don't worry, we've got you covered! This new YouTube video for this section is now ready to guide you through 'Round 2'. 🎥✨

Thank you so much for your understanding and patience. We truly appreciate your enthusiasm and dedication to this CAL. Happy crocheting and we can't wait to see all of your beautiful creations! 🧶💚

With love,
The King Cole CAL Team.

Woodland Wonders CAL : Week Two - Bluebell Carpet, Green Acorns, and Fairy Tale Mushrooms

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2024-06-14 | Wandering further into the woods we come across a carpet of Bluebells. That’s truly a wonderful sight to behold… a perfect woodland wonder in spring! Later in the year, we spot some gorgeous lush green acorns growing on the mighty oak trees, we come across rows of beautiful tall Conifer trees and then there’s the Fly Agaric mushroom… just off the path at the foot of a tree, we see these enchanting fairytale mushrooms!

Dive into the enchanting world of Woodland Wonders with our mesmerising crochet-along (CAL) blanket for Summer 2024!

Designed by the talented Eleonora Tully of Coastal Crochet, this masterpiece captures the magic of the forest in every stitch. From majestic trees to delicate bluebells, and even a sleeping fox, each square is a work of art!

Whether you choose the soft embrace of Cottonsoft DK or the vibrant hues of Big Value DK 50g, the choice is yours!
kingcole.com/woodland-wonders-a-crochet-along-blanket

Ready to join fellow crochet enthusiasts? Click below to become part of our lively Facebook community, where you can share your progress, exchange tips, and revel in the joy of creating together!
facebook.com/groups/KingColeCAL

Don't miss out on this woodland adventure – let's crochet our way to woodland magic!

Woodland Wonders CAL : Week One - Beginning our Walk; Trees, Flowers, Leaves, and a Bright Sunflower

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2024-06-07 | Let’s begin our wander through the woods with so many woodland wonders to enjoy! It’s wonderful to be walking amongst the beautiful trees… Depending on the time of year, we notice flashes of colour from various springtime flowers or see the stunning vibrant changing autumn leaves. And then a simple woodland sunflower just off the forest path might stop us in our tracks…

Dive into the enchanting world of Woodland Wonders with our mesmerising crochet-along (CAL) blanket for Summer 2024!

Designed by the talented Eleonora Tully of Coastal Crochet, this masterpiece captures the magic of the forest in every stitch. From majestic trees to delicate bluebells, and even a sleeping fox, each square is a work of art!

Whether you choose the soft embrace of Cottonsoft DK or the vibrant hues of Big Value DK 50g, the choice is yours!
kingcole.com/woodland-wonders-a-crochet-along-blanket

Ready to join fellow crochet enthusiasts? Click below to become part of our lively Facebook community, where you can share your progress, exchange tips, and revel in the joy of creating together!
facebook.com/groups/KingColeCAL

Don't miss out on this woodland adventure – let's crochet our way to woodland magic!

Woodland Wonders CAL : Introduction & Shopping List

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2024-05-31 | Dive into the enchanting world of Woodland Wonders with our mesmerising crochet-along (CAL) blanket for Summer 2024!

Designed by the talented Eleonora Tully of Coastal Crochet, this masterpiece captures the magic of the forest in every stitch. From majestic trees to delicate bluebells, and even a sleeping fox, each square is a work of art!

Starting June 7th, embark on a journey of creativity as we release the pattern in six weekly instalments on our website. Whether you choose the soft embrace of Cottonsoft DK or the vibrant hues of Big Value DK 50g, the choice is yours!
kingcole.com/woodland-wonders-a-crochet-along-blanket

Ready to join fellow crochet enthusiasts? Click below to become part of our lively Facebook community, where you can share your progress, exchange tips, and revel in the joy of creating together!
facebook.com/groups/KingColeCAL

Don't miss out on this woodland adventure – let's crochet our way to woodland magic!

New Yarn Alert: King Cole Jitterbug DK

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2024-01-30 | Embrace the 80s revival with our new vibrant acrylic yarn: Jitterbug DK! Ideal for crafting retro garments and accessories for all ages.

Bold, Bright and Brilliantly Retro

How to Knit King Cole Pattern 9147

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2023-11-03 | The King Cole pattern support team walk through how to knit pattern 9147.

This video includes all the tips and tricks required to successfully knit this lovely pattern.

View the pattern images here:
kingcole.com/knitting-patterns/sleepy-santa-wreath-knitted-in-glitz-dk

How to Knit King Cole Pattern 4908

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2023-11-03 | The King Cole pattern support team walk through how to knit pattern 4908.

This video includes all the tips and tricks required to successfully knit this lovely pattern.

View the pattern images here:
kingcole.com/knitting-patterns/mermaid-tail-blanket-crocheted-in-king-cole-dk-yarns

NEW Camouflage DK - Yarn Introduction Vlog

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2023-10-12 | 🧶👑 Joanne and Susan are back, with an all-new yarn introduction. Meet our Camouflage DK yarn, the chameleon of the knitting world! Whether you're crafting a sweater, scarf, or hat, this yarn will seamlessly blend into any environment, making your creations as elusive as your favourite pair of missing socks in the laundry. Get ready to knit incognito! 👑🧶

Get your hands on Camouflage DK yarn at your local King Cole stockist, and join the ranks of the 'Knit-ninjas.' It's so good, that even your yarn stash won't know where it went!

kingcole.com/knitting-wool/camouflage-dk

Now available from your local King Cole Stockist…see the link in BIO
kingcole.com/find-a-stockist

NEW Celestial Super Chunky - Yarn Introduction Vlog

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2023-10-12 | 🧶👑 Joanne and Susan are back, with an all-new yarn introduction for our newly launched Celestial Super Chunky. With a sparkle running through this soft quick-knit yarn, that'll make your projects truly out-of-this-world! 👑🧶

Named for celestial bodies, this yarn is durable, machine washable, and comes in on-trend shades. Pattern support includes accessories and garments for adults – talk about star quality! 🌟💫

Add a touch of sparkle to your world with King Cole Celestial Super Chunky and let your creativity soar to the stars!

kingcole.com/knitting-wool/celestial-super-chunky

Now available from your local King Cole Stockist…see the link in BIO
kingcole.com/find-a-stockist

NEW Bumble Chunky - Yarn Introduction Vlog

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2023-10-12 | 🧶👑Calling all yarn enthusiasts and baby lovers! Joanne and Susan are back, with an all-new yarn introduction, so get ready to fall head over heels for our latest creation: Bumble Chunky! 👑🧶

Crafted with the tiniest tots in mind, Bumble Chunky is a lusciously chunky acrylic yarn sprinkled with gentle, flecked shades that are as cute as a button!

And that's not all! We've got a treasure trove of adorable baby patterns that'll make your heart melt. From sweet little cardigans to cosy hats, we've got the perfect projects for your little ones, aged six months to four years!

Get your hands on Bumble Chunky now, and let the creativity flow like a river of giggles and smiles.

kingcole.com/knitting-wool/bumble-chunky

Now available from your local King Cole Stockist…see the link in BIO
kingcole.com/find-a-stockist

NEW Cosy Love Aran - Yarn Introduction Vlog

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2023-10-12 | Joanne and Susan are back, with an all-new yarn introduction, which is a fantastic new range called Cosy Love Aran:

We are thrilled to present to you our latest innovation in baby yarn – Cosy Love Aran. Crafted with utmost care and made from 100% Premium Acrylic, this yarn is specially designed to create the softest and cosiest garments for precious little ones.

What sets Cosy Love Aran apart is its unique self-patterning feature, available in enchanting pastel variegated shades. To make your knitting journey even more delightful, we have curated exquisite baby patterns that perfectly complement Cosy Love Aran.

kingcole.com/knitting-wool/cosy-love-aran

Now available from your local King Cole Stockist…see the link in BIO
kingcole.com/find-a-stockist

Rooms with a View CAL Week 6 The Border Part Two

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2023-06-30 | Welcome to our final part of the King Cole 2023 CAL: Rooms with a View!

*Watch out at the end of the video for a special message from Eleonora Tully of Coastal Crochet.

Week Six: The Border: Part Two.

Add a touch of romance to your life with Rooms with a View Crochet Along blanket! Exclusively designed by Eleonora Tully of Coastal Crochet for King Cole. See the website for the

Shopping List. kingcole.com/cal-rooms-with-a-view

There are two versions to choose from with two yarn options: One with the “lights off” and the “lights on” with black and ecru as the dominant colours.

This blanket combines different squares and rectangles and a few different stitching techniques. The pattern starts with the large central window rectangle. Two rectangles and eight smaller squares are then crocheted and joined together around the central rectangle. Rounds are then crocheted around the entire blanket.

Rooms with a View CAL - Week 5: The Border - Part One

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2023-06-23 | Welcome to our New 2023 CAL: Rooms with a View! Week Five: The Border: Part One.

Add a touch of romance to your life with Rooms with a View Crochet Along blanket! Exclusively designed by Eleonora Tully of Coastal Crochet for King Cole. See the website for the

Shopping List. kingcole.com/cal-rooms-with-a-view

There are two versions to choose from with two yarn options: One with the “lights off” and the “lights on” with black and ecru as the dominant colours.

This blanket combines different squares and rectangles and a few different stitching techniques. The pattern starts with the large central window rectangle. Two rectangles and eight smaller squares are then crocheted and joined together around the central rectangle. Rounds are then crocheted around the entire blanket.

Rooms with a View CAL: Week 4 (Part Three) Joining the Rectangles and Squares

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2023-06-16 | Welcome to our New 2023 CAL: Rooms with a View! Week Four: Joining the Rectangles and Squares.

All the rectangles and squares will now be joined. Lay out the rectangles and squares using the photo as a guide.

Add a touch of romance to your life with Rooms with a View Crochet Along blanket! Exclusively designed by Eleonora Tully of Coastal Crochet for King Cole. See the website for the

Shopping List. kingcole.com/cal-rooms-with-a-view

There are two versions to choose from with two yarn options: One with the “lights off” and the “lights on” with black and ecru as the dominant colours.

This blanket combines different squares and rectangles and a few different stitching techniques. The pattern starts with the large central window rectangle. Two rectangles and eight smaller squares are then crocheted and joined together around the central rectangle. Rounds are then crocheted around the entire blanket.

Rooms with a View CAL: Week 4 (Part Two) A Desert View.

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2023-06-16 | Welcome to our New 2023 CAL: Rooms with a View! Week Four: A Desert View.

A room with a view across the desert. Maybe it’s a hotel room. It’s hot outside but it’s cool in the room as you gaze across the dry landscape...

Add a touch of romance to your life with Rooms with a View Crochet Along blanket! Exclusively designed by Eleonora Tully of Coastal Crochet for King Cole. See the website for the

Shopping List. kingcole.com/cal-rooms-with-a-view

There are two versions to choose from with two yarn options: One with the “lights off” and the “lights on” with black and ecru as the dominant colours.

This blanket combines different squares and rectangles and a few different stitching techniques. The pattern starts with the large central window rectangle. Two rectangles and eight smaller squares are then crocheted and joined together around the central rectangle. Rounds are then crocheted around the entire blanket.

Rooms with a View CAL: Week 4 (Part One) Snow-Capped Mountains in the Distance

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2023-06-16 | Welcome to our New 2023 CAL: Rooms with a View! Week Four: Snow-Capped Mountains in the Distance.

A room with a mountain view. Snow-capped mountains can be seen in the distance and fresh mountain air fills the room!

Add a touch of romance to your life with Rooms with a View Crochet Along blanket! Exclusively designed by Eleonora Tully of Coastal Crochet for King Cole. See the website for the

Shopping List. kingcole.com/cal-rooms-with-a-view

There are two versions to choose from with two yarn options: One with the “lights off” and the “lights on” with black and ecru as the dominant colours.

This blanket combines different squares and rectangles and a few different stitching techniques. The pattern starts with the large central window rectangle. Two rectangles and eight smaller squares are then crocheted and joined together around the central rectangle. Rounds are then crocheted around the entire blanket.

Rooms with a View CAL: Week 3 The Ceiling Rose

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2023-06-09 | Welcome to our New 2023 CAL: Rooms with a View! Week Three: The Ceiling Rose.

Let’s take a moment to look inside the room. Maybe it’s plain and simple, maybe it’s colourful, maybe it's ultra-modern or maybe it’s filled with traditional décor. A bedroom, a living room, or even a kitchen. Here we have some decorative squares like a ceiling rose in an old hotel room, a vase of flowers in a corner, floral wallpaper or even a stained-glass window!

Add a touch of romance to your life with Rooms with a View Crochet Along blanket! Exclusively designed by Eleonora Tully of Coastal Crochet for King Cole.

See the website for the Shopping List.
kingcole.com/cal-rooms-with-a-view

There are two versions to choose from with two yarn options: One with the “lights off” and the “lights on” with black and ecru as the dominant colours.

This blanket combines different squares and rectangles and a few different stitching techniques. The pattern starts with the large central window rectangle. Two rectangles and eight smaller squares are then crocheted and joined together around the central rectangle. Rounds are then crocheted around the entire blanket.

Rooms with a View CAL: Week 2 (Part Three) A Balcony View Across the Lake

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2023-06-02 | Welcome to our New 2023 CAL: Rooms with a View! Week Two: A Balcony View Across the Lake.

A room with a balcony and a view across the lake… spectacular! A balcony framed with plants creates a wonderful place to sit and enjoy the view…

Add a touch of romance to your life with Rooms with a View Crochet Along blanket! Exclusively designed by Eleonora Tully of Coastal Crochet for King Cole.

See the website for the Shopping List.
kingcole.com/cal-rooms-with-a-view

There are two versions to choose from with two yarn options: One with the “lights off” and the “lights on” with black and ecru as the dominant colours.

This blanket combines different squares and rectangles and a few different stitching techniques. The pattern starts with the large central window rectangle. Two rectangles and eight smaller squares are then crocheted and joined together around the central rectangle. Rounds are then crocheted around the entire blanket.

Rooms with a View CAL: Week 2 (Part Two) A City View

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2023-06-02 | Welcome to our New 2023 CAL: Rooms with a View! Week Two: A City View.

A room with an urban view. A large city, like the New York skyline, or a smaller town or suburban area. A room with a view that is constantly active, constantly changing and very busy!

Add a touch of romance to your life with Rooms with a View Crochet Along blanket! Exclusively designed by Eleonora Tully of Coastal Crochet for King Cole.

See the website for the Shopping List.
kingcole.com/cal-rooms-with-a-view

There are two versions to choose from with two yarn options: One with the “lights off” and the “lights on” with black and ecru as the dominant colours.

This blanket combines different squares and rectangles and a few different stitching techniques. The pattern starts with the large central window rectangle. Two rectangles and eight smaller squares are then crocheted and joined together around the central rectangle. Rounds are then crocheted around the entire blanket.

Rooms with a View CAL: Week 2 (Part One) Heather on the Moors

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2023-06-02 | Welcome to our New 2023 CAL: Rooms with a View! Week Two: Heather on the Moors.

Views across the moors with purple moorland heathers covering much of the landscape. In this view the sun is setting and the silhouette of a single tree can be seen.

Add a touch of romance to your life with Rooms with a View Crochet Along blanket! Exclusively designed by Eleonora Tully of Coastal Crochet for King Cole.

See the website for the Shopping List.
kingcole.com/cal-rooms-with-a-view

There are two versions to choose from with two yarn options: One with the “lights off” and the “lights on” with black and ecru as the dominant colours.

This blanket combines different squares and rectangles and a few different stitching techniques. The pattern starts with the large central window rectangle. Two rectangles and eight smaller squares are then crocheted and joined together around the central rectangle. Rounds are then crocheted around the entire blanket.

Rooms with a View CAL: Week 1 (Part Two) Rolling Hills Leading Down to the Sea

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2023-05-26 | Welcome to our New 2023 CAL: Rooms with a View! Part One: Rolling Hills Leading Down to the Sea.

A room with a beautiful view! Feel free to add to this view as desired. What else can you see through the window? Maybe add some appliques or surface crochet… or keep it simple, it’s entirely up to you!

Add a touch of romance to your life with Rooms with a View Crochet Along blanket! Exclusively designed by Eleonora Tully of Coastal Crochet for King Cole.

See the website for the Shopping List.
kingcole.com/cal-rooms-with-a-view

There are two versions to choose from with two yarn options: One with the “lights off” and the “lights on” with black and ecru as the dominant colours.

This blanket combines different squares and rectangles and a few different stitching techniques. The pattern starts with the large central window rectangle. Two rectangles and eight smaller squares are then crocheted and joined together around the central rectangle. Rounds are then crocheted around the entire blanket.

Rooms with a View CAL: Week 1 (Part One) Sunrise through the Windows

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2023-05-26 | Welcome to our New 2023 CAL: Rooms with a View! Part One: Sunrise through the Windows.

We begin with a sunrise in a room with a view. Pull back the curtains or open the blinds and look through the window to see the sky on fire with rich colours as a new day begins…

Add a touch of romance to your life with Rooms with a View Crochet Along blanket! Exclusively designed by Eleonora Tully of Coastal Crochet for King Cole.

See the website for the Shopping List.
kingcole.com/cal-rooms-with-a-view

There are two versions to choose from with two yarn options: One with the “lights off” and the “lights on” with black and ecru as the dominant colours.

This blanket combines different squares and rectangles and a few different stitching techniques. The pattern starts with the large central window rectangle. Two rectangles and eight smaller squares are then crocheted and joined together around the central rectangle. Rounds are then crocheted around the entire blanket.

Rooms with a View CAL : Introduction & Shopping List

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2023-05-15 | Welcome to our New 2023 CAL: Rooms with a View! *Part One goes live on Friday the 26th of May!*

Add a touch of romance to your life with Rooms with a View Crochet Along blanket! Exclusively designed by Eleonora Tully of Coastal Crochet for King Cole.

See the website for the Shopping List.
kingcole.com/cal-rooms-with-a-view

There are two versions to choose from with two yarn options: One with the “lights off” and the “lights on” with black and ecru as the dominant colours.

This blanket combines different squares and rectangles and a few different stitching techniques. The pattern starts with the large central window rectangle. Two rectangles and eight smaller squares are then crocheted and joined together around the central rectangle. Rounds are then crocheted around the entire blanket.

Project measures: 115cm x 95cm (45in x 37in) using Cottonsoft DK
120cm x 100cm (47in x 39in) using Big Value DK50g.

THE SHOPPING LIST

LIGHTS OFF: Black is the dominant colour

Big Value DK 50g: 100% acrylic, 145m/158yds

Yarn A: 7 x 4053 Black
Yarn B: 2 x 3445 Sage
Yarn C: 2 x 4027 Yellow
Yarn D: 2 x 4093 Cameo
Yarn E: 2 x 4056 Orchid
Yarn F: 2 x 4038 Violet
Yarn G: 1 x 4049 Lime
Yarn H: 1 x 4040 Saxe
Yarn I: 1 x 4021 Cream
Yarn J: 2 x 4097 Cornflower
4.50mm hook

Cottonsoft DK 100g: 100% cotton, 210m/229yds

Yarn A: 5 x 746 Black
Yarn B: 1 x 1576 Sage
Yarn C: 1 x 3461 Antique Gold
Yarn D: 1 x 1850 Apricot
Yarn E: 1 x 3459 Magenta
Yarn F: 1 x 717 Violet
Yarn G: 1 x 1601 Lime
Yarn H: 1 x 718 Saxe
Yarn I: 1 x 711 Ecru
Yarn J: 1 x 1575 Cloud
4.00mm hook

LIGHTS ON: Ecru is the dominant colour

Big Value DK 50g: 100% acrylic, 145m/158yds

Yarn A: 7 x 4021 Cream
Yarn B: 2 x 3445 Sage
Yarn C: 2 x 4027 Yellow
Yarn D: 2 x 4093 Cameo
Yarn E: 2 x 4056 Orchid
Yarn F: 2 x 4038 Violet
Yarn G: 1 x 4049 Lime
Yarn H: 1 x 4040 Saxe
Yarn I: 1 x 4053 Black
Yarn J: 2 x 4097 Cornflower
4.50mm hook

Cottonsoft DK 100g: 100% cotton, 210m/229yds

Yarn A: 5 x 711 Ecru
Yarn B: 1 x 1576 Sage
Yarn C: 1 x 3461 Antique Gold
Yarn D: 1 x 1850 Apricot
Yarn E: 1 x 3459 Magenta
Yarn F: 1 x 717 Violet
Yarn G: 1 x 1601 Lime
Yarn H: 1 x 718 Saxe
Yarn I: 1 x 746 Black
Yarn J: 1 x 1575 Cloud
4.00mm hook

NEW Nordic Chunky - Yarn Introduction Vlog

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2022-09-27 | Joanne and Susan are back with an all-new yarn for our Autumn launch, which is a fantastic new range called Nordic Chunky:

In the same vein as our very popular Fjord DK, this new fair isle effect yarn is self-patterning. Made from 80% acrylic and 20% superwash merino, this yarn is machine washable and mega warm and cosy.

The pattern support lends itself to on-trend garments and homeware, ready for a crisp cool autumn season.
kingcole.com/knitting-wool/nordic-chunky

Now available from your local King Cole Stockist…see link in BIO
kingcole.com/find-a-stockist

NEW Safari Chunky - Yarn Introduction Vlog

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2022-09-22 | Joanne and Susan are back with an all-new yarn for 2022.

Live on the wild side with this unique cake yarn. Safari Chunky works up into fun, variegated dye patterning with animalistic stripes. With 8 patterns to choose from, there’s something for everyone from garments for adults and children to homeware and accessories.

...perfect for those Autumn/Winter knits.
kingcole.com/knitting-wool/safari-chunky

Now available from your Local King Cole Stockist.
kingcole.com/find-a-stockist

NEW Wildwood Chunky - Yarn Introduction Vlog

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2022-09-22 | Joanne and Susan are back with an all-new yarn for 2022.

This gorgeous 100% recycled wool yarn comes in a wide selection of beautiful shades. An eco-friendly choice, this is the latest addition to King Cole’s sustainable yarns. The pattern support for Wildwood Chunky lends itself to adult garments, accessories, and homeware. Please bear in mind as this is a recycled yarn the recommended tension is one stitch more and one row more than standard chunky yarns. Being size-inclusive, these patterns fit an 81-117cm / 32-46in bust.

...perfect for those Autumn/Winter knits.
kingcole.com/knitting-wool/wildwood-chunky

Now available from your Local King Cole Stockist.
https://www.kingcole.com/find-a-stock...

NEW Christmas Knits Book 9 - Book Introduction Vlog

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2022-09-22 | Joanne and Susan are back with an all-new Christmas Knits book for 2022.

Designed by Zoë Halstead, this new Christmas knits book features two cute, cuddly teddies and six delightful Christmas-themed outfits to dress them in. The tactile teddies knitted in our Truffle yarn have embroidered features and soft, textured fur to make them safe and fun for young children whilst appealing to all ages. Careful attention to the clothes means they have been designed and made to fit the teddies perfectly and make dressing the bears easy. All the outfits are Christmas favourites; Father and Mother Christmas, a boy and girl Elf, a sparkly Fairy and, last but not least, a fun snowflake jumper and reindeer hat.

Easy-to-follow instructions accompany detailed photographs of all the items to make your knitting experience an enjoyable one.

Postcards with Love CAL | Week 6 Joining the Squares & Borders

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2022-06-27 | All the remaining squares and postcards are now joined. They are joined in the same way as the squares and rectangles in Week 2.

Postcards with Love CAL | Week 5 Postcard Five: Part Two

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2022-06-20 | Another message in Mosaic Crochet! “Wish you were here!” - the classic postcard phrase. As we write to loved ones, we wish they could be there with us…

Postcards with Love CAL | Week 5 Postcard Five: Part One

Postcards with Love CAL | Week 4 Postcard Four: Part Two

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2022-06-13 | Oh, how we love a sunset… and there are so many postcards featuring a beautiful sunset. As the sun goes down it might be a good time to write our postcards, reflect on our day and share our thoughts. This square has a beautiful sea sunset…

Postcards with Love CAL | Week 4 Postcard Four: Part One

Postcards with Love CAL | Week 4 Sunset Square

Postcards with Love CAL | Week 2 Postcard Two, Vintage Heart Square & Joining (UPDATED)

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2022-06-07 | Vintage postcards can be so much fun with nostalgic scenes and old photos from different times. This square encompasses that vintage feeling with a heart to remind us we’re sending our postcards with love!

Postcards with Love CAL | Week 3 Postcard Three, With Love: Part 1

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2022-06-06 | Postcard Three (With Love) (make 2)

Write a message in Mosaic Crochet! It’s time to write a message on our postcards. What shall we write? So many possibilities… but they’re all sent “with love… x”

Postcards with Love CAL | Week 3 Postcard Three (With Love) Part 2

Postcards with Love CAL | Week 3 Internal Border

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2022-06-06 | Send a postcard to friends and family when you’re away on travels or maybe just send an impromptu postcard from home to loved ones far away! Sharing a message, sights, adventures and memories… A little bit of joy popping through a letterbox… postcards sent with love but this time we’ll be crocheting them!

Postcards with Love CAL | Week 2 Postcard Two, Vintage Heart Square & Joining

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2022-05-30 | Vintage postcards can be so much fun with nostalgic scenes and old photos from different times. This square encompasses that vintage feeling with a heart to remind us we’re sending our postcards with love!

Postcards with Love CAL | Week 1 Postcard One

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2022-05-23 | With so many different postcards to choose from, the postcards that we send are all so very personal! We begin by choosing a beautiful picture to show what we want to share. Maybe it’s a stunning landscape, a pretty painted scene or something funny. And then do we squeeze as much writing as we can on the back to share our thoughts and adventures? Or do we write a few words? Anything goes! As we begin to crochet our postcards, these will all be personal. We start with a simple beach scene. We can leave it plain and simple or add a beach hut. It’s entirely up to you as we crochet our first postcard!

Postcards with Love CAL | Week 1 Sunshine & Flower Wheel | Rounds 12 -18

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2022-05-23 | As we think about postcards to send, this first central square begins with a bright yellow sun and then bunches of red flowers. When writing a postcard it may be those sunny days we want to share with loved ones through the pictures we choose, and then the words we write are a little like sending someone flowers. Postcards with love…

Postcards with Love CAL | Week 1 Sunshine & Flower Wheel | Rounds 1 -11

Postcards with Love CAL | Introduction & Shopping List

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2022-05-23 | Welcome to ‘Postcards with Love Blanket’ crochet-along (CAL) designed by Eleonora Tully and inspired by the sending of postcards.

Send a postcard to friends and family when you’re away on travels or maybe just send an impromptu postcard from home to loved ones far away! Share messages, sights, adventures and memories. This project encompasses the joy of postcards popping through a letterbox.

THE SHOPPING LIST

Big Value DK 50g
100% acrylic, 145m/158yds

Yarn A: *Buttercup (4090) x 2
Yarn B: Turquoise (4044) x 3
Yarn C: Sage (3445) x 2
Yarn D: Jade (4046) x 2
Yarn E: *Cream (4021) x 9
Yarn F: Red (4029) x 2
Yarn G: French Navy (4043) x 2
Yarn H: Pink (4033) x 2
Yarn I: Orange (4028) x 3
4.50mm hook

*Yarn A Alternative: Big Value Baby DK 50g, Primrose (4064) x 2
*Yarn E Alternative: Big Value Baby DK 50g, Cream (4065) x 9

Cottonsoft DK 100g
100% cotton, 210m/229yds

Yarn A: Buttercup (1600) x 1
Yarn B: Azure (3366) x 2
Yarn C: Sage (1576) x 1
Yarn D: Opal (3460) x 2
Yarn E: Ecru (711) x 5
Yarn F: Cherry (719) x 1
Yarn G: French Navy (741) x 2
Yarn H: Candy Floss (3462) x 1
Yarn I: Clementine (3464) x 2
4.00mm hook

Tropical Beaches DK - Yarn Introduction Vlog

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2022-03-17 | Joanne and Susan are back with an all-new Yarn introduction Vlog for Tropical Beaches

This fun, bright super-soft yarn comes in 200g balls so as to include the full variegation of this yarn as it has quite a long dye length.

Available in a variety of shades, this summery yarn is sure to brighten up any wardrobe. With the same fibres and spin as our other Beaches DK ranges, we can recommend mixing and matching with this yarn, particularly with our solid-shade Paradise Beaches DK.

KC Collection Two: Mulberry Soft DK - Yarn introduction Vlog

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2022-03-17 | Joanne and Susan are back with an all-new Yarn introduction Vlog for the NEW KC Collection Two

The KC Collection is designed with sustainability in mind, sourcing the finest fibres and working with the best spinners in the world to craft exceptional quality, environmentally responsible yarn.

Mulberry Soft DK is made with the highest quality mulberry silk, blended with sumptuously soft superfine baby alpaca from Peru, to create a versatile double knit weight yarn with a beautiful lustre and elegant drape.

Inspired by the opulent colour palette of this luxury fibre yarn, Collection Two features six classic styles with sophisticated details, designed to dress up or down, and make you feel gorgeous. And for when choosing one colour just isn’t enough, two multi-coloured accessories, created in playful stripes to enliven any outfit.

KC Collection One: Naturally Soft 4Ply - Yarn introduction Vlog

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2022-03-17 | Joanne and Susan are back with an all-new Yarn introduction Vlog for the NEW KC Collection

The KC Collection is designed with sustainability in mind, sourcing the finest fibres and working with the best spinners in the world to craft exceptional quality, environmentally responsible yarn.

Made with luxurious British Bluefaced Leicester wool blended with Afghan cashmere, Naturally Soft 4ply is an elegantly lightweight yarn with a beautiful softness that can be worn next to the skin or layered up to wear whatever the season.

Photographed on location at Laxtons mill in West Yorkshire, where this yarn is spun and dyed, Collection One is a true celebration of craft from fibre through to finished garment.

Featuring mindful stitches, colour work techniques and considered finishing details, these six garment patterns will bring you joy both in the making and the wearing. And for crafting on the go or thoughtful gifting there are two contemporary accessories, each made from just one skein of Naturally Soft 4ply. Timeless, wearable styles designed to become everyday wardrobe staples.

NEW Cottonsmooth DK - Yarn Introduction Vlog

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2022-02-25 | Joanne and Susan are back with an all-new yarn for 2022.

Cottonsmooth DK is a gorgeous mercerised cotton yarn that gives it strength and great stitch definition. With a silk-like lustre and smooth finish, this 100% cotton make it perfect for cool to wear garments and a welcome alternative to Acrylic and Wool.

...perfect for those Spring/Summer knits.
kingcole.com/knitting-wool/cottonsmooth-dk

Now available from you Local King Cole Stockist.
kingcole.com/find-a-stockist

NEW Baby Pure DK - Yarn Introduction Vlog

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2022-02-25 | Joanne and Susan are back with an all-new yarn for 2022.

Baby Pure DK, this gentle acrylic and polyamide mix makes it an incredibly soft yarn.

It’s a five-fold / two-fold yarn when twisted together gives a gorgeous crepe effect when we spun this way and a very even spin.

…A beautiful soft handle yarn with great stitch definition.
kingcole.com/knitting-wool/baby-pure-yarn-dk

Now available from you Local King Cole Stockist.
kingcole.com/find-a-stockist

How to Knit King Cole Pattern 5810

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2022-02-25 | The King Cole pattern support team walk through how to knit pattern 5810.

This video includes all the tips and tricks required to successfully knit this lovely pattern.

View the pattern images here:
kingcole.com/knitting-patterns/sweater-and-cardigan-knitted-in-merino-dk

The King Cole Advent CAL: Part 2 | Winter Wrist Warmer | Knit 2 Purl 2 for Beginners

King Cole Yarns & Patterns 2021-12-13 | Welcome to the King Cole Advent CAL-endar 2021!

Today is Part 2 of our Monday Makes. We're knitting Winter Wrist Warmers suitable for beginners.

Our Craft Along is designed for all skill levels, even absolute beginners as we show in detail how to do the basics. This includes casting on, knit, purl, garter stitch, stocking stitch, rib, casting off, and sewing up.

At the end of the 3-part series, you will have made a wrist warmer!