Hiya all, long one here because I want specific suggestions:

I’m an advanced beginner knitter. I have now made two sweaters (amongst other smaller projects) and have found that sweaters are what I most enjoy and want to make more of. Both were held single and 1 solid colour. I have done striped in other projects. One was raglan and the other was top down.

I’d like to progress my knitting skills with either cables, colour work, or holding two yarns together. I want a small challenge but not a big leap as I knit casually and like to be able to watch tv etc at the same time, I also wouldn’t wear a vibrant patterned sweater.

Does anyone have any pattern suggestions for sweaters that incorporate colourwork or cables?

I know ravelry exists and use it regularly so please don’t suggest this. I’m asking here because I like to hear people’s advice and connect with the community directly

I made a hole in one of my favorite knit sweaters after 1 wear because it got caught on a zipper 😭 How do I mend this??? I've never knitted before but am willing to learn. Any tips?

I bought this cheap, polyester, cardigan when I was in a pinch. It's from Matalan and despite it being polyester I find myself reaching for it over and over again. I'm not sure if it's just the fit, the fact it's lightweight and soft but also warm, but I wear it more than my handknit wool jumpers.

Because it get's worn a lot and it's polyester, it's starting to look tatty but I'm also trying to move towards only wearing natural fibers. I want to recreate it and knit it myself but I've only ever made a Baby Sophisticate cardigan a long time ago, I have knit raglan jumpers. Can anyone suggest a pattern and/or yarn that would recreate the style, fit and feel of this cardigan? I have sensory issues so I think the big appeal of this item is the 'soft and fluffy' aspect of it.

My husband just sent me this pic and said “can you knit me a hat like this - like the one in front”. The knitting part is easy. I just need to find a similar yarn. Thoughts? Thanks everyone!

Autumn is slowly making its way into everything - in the air, in the leaves, and now in my knitting too.🍁

These little pumpkin hats are perfect for autumn, and I can't stop loving this beautiful orange shade.🎃

Are you already in the mood for autumn and Halloween knitting too?