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Spring is in the air and we're getting ready for the warmer weather with some fabulous knits. We've got three lovely cardigans to keep you cosy this spring. Our chic cover project is a versatile tweed effect jacket. It looks great and the slip-stitch pattern is really easy! We've also got a stylish, striped cardigan in pure wool and a fab plus-size waistcoat in bust sizes 38-56in (97-142cm).
We've not forgotten the rest of the family, either. Our smart man's jumper can be worn over a shirt for the office or dressed down with a pair of jeans for a casual weekend. For the fashionistas in your life, we've got three floral spring bags – they're super-stylish and a great first project for teen knitters. For the newest members of your family, we've got a beautiful baby blanket by Amanda Jones.
And for the kids? Alan Dart's Medieval Mice, of course!
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In issue 53 you'll get the basic mouse pattern which will not be reprinted in issue 54 and all the information you'll need to make your first four mice. The rest of the court will follow in issue 54 (on sale 26 April).
The first mice in the court are the royal family. In issue 53 you'll have all the instructions you need to knit the King and Queen, Prince and Princess.
Make sure you don't miss issue 54 which will have details for the rest of the mice, including a fab jester, knights and more!
We've got two great gifts for you with your magazine this month. We've chosen one of our favourite patterns from the Rowan back catalogue for you to knit and we've also created an exclusive Knitter's Checker to help you read your tension more easily – after all, as every knitter knows the correct tension can make the difference between a knit you wear every day and a knit you throw out!
Other great things to look out for in issue 53 include:
- Knitting on the net – Anna Tobin learns to knit online.
- Rachael Matthews discovers the joys of wet felting – with her feet!
- A Coat for a Boat – an unusual kntitting project casts off.
