IN THIS ISSUE

CHECK THIS
Get the lowdown on the latest yarns, patterns and accessories.

BOOKS
Add these inspirational titles to your holiday wish list.

DESIGNER Q & A
Meet Canadian designer Kirsten Cowan.

ACRYLIC FOR ALL
From fossil fuel to potholders and pullovers, Betty Christiansen reports on the miraculous journey of acrylic yarn.

WOOLLY PASSIONS
British designers Zoë Mellor, Kate Buller and Erika Knight share their design philosophy and passion for knitting.

OUT ON THE TOWN
Eye-catching wearables are just right for an evening of fun.

MOSAIC KNITTING
It may look complicated, but even a novice stitcher can master this simple technique.

CROCHET TODAY
These easy projects help chase the chill both indoors and out.

ANIMAL INSTINCTS
Dinosaurs, zebras and cows, oh my! Have a wild time whipping up these bold "creature comforts" for your little one.

A WALK IN THE PARK
Look and feel fabulous in comfortable wear-anywhere styles.

PINK-ME-UPS
Twice as nice—lovely and ladylike mother/daughter knits make a pretty pair for the holidays.

AFTER HOURS
Glam up your evenings with dress-up tops in sophisticated black and white.

KIDS' STUFF
Perfect for the new knitter, these quick-finish gifts will delight pint-size recipients.

LEARN TO KNIT
Beginning is a breeze with our helpful illustrated how-to guide.

LEARN TO CROCHET
Pick up the basics, easy as 1-2-3.

Closeup on Yarns
Yarn Buying Guide
Techniques and Abbreviations
Instructions
Mail Order
The Last Stitch