Australian Knitting 9
combinations of fibres and synthetics.
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in particular Merino wool offering
substantial knitwear that is warm and
fashionable. Novelty yarns are still
around albeit that they are now made
from a wide range of fibres that create
so many different effects and colour
combinations.
General Trends
General trends this season highlight
knitted waistcoats, large wool scarves
alongside patterned knits in classic,
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sweaters and blanket-like ponchos,
knitted midi length skirts and long
sweaters.
‘Make It Yourself’
More and more people are yearning to
create their own items, whether it be
food or fashion items, home-wares or
accessories. Check out Pinterest to
join this wonderful crafting community
and get some inspiration to design
and make your own knitwear or
accessories. You don’t need to be an
advanced crafter or knitter. Perhaps
you already have a pattern that you
can modify and make your own or just
want to add something simple such as
an embellishment to create your own
unique item. https://www.pinterest.com
‘Big is Best!’
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knitting needles and crochet hooks
used to create chunky, oversized
The Wool Lab (http://www.woolmark.com) suggests seven themes for Autumn and Winter:-
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Highlands Shetland and Donegal knits
Simple Chic
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Street Market
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