10 Australian Knitting
Knitwear Shapes and Designs
With the recent shift from chunky
winter garments to lighter designs
for spring, expectations for summer
are looking towards knits worn as
flowing layers to create a relaxed
yet chic look. Shape and texture is
more important than ever to achieve
this season’s look as we inspire to
wear soft silhouettes and constructed
volume.
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of colours and textures to create
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be easier to layer in the heat than
you think; look for loosely knitted or
crochet garments that you can wear
over the top of a dress or a cotton
t-shirt.
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oversized light weight jumpers are a
must have item this summer. These
oversized garments are a staple
statement item which looks great
worn with leggings or skinny jeans.
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varying lengths and widths will suit
your summer wardrobe. To achieve
this look don’t be afraid to double
up necklines, sport your sleeves at
different lengths and wear draping
items such as a cardigan with a
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look consider textured items such
as a rib knit sleeveless top, which
is ideal for the warmer weather.
Textured knitted pieces paired
with light denim create the perfect
summer look and add appeal to an
otherwise ordinary outfit.Yarns to Work With
Whilst thick yarns made from angora
and alpaca fibre are the best way to
keep us warm during winter, you may
like to look for lighter, cooler yarns to
use during summer. Plant based yarns
that include a mix of cotton, bamboo,
hemp or flax fibres are ideal for
garments created for wear during the
warmer months. There is no doubt that
cotton is the most popular of these
plant fibres and is readily available in
a variety of yarn types. Yarn brands
that sell some fantastic cotton mixes
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have a yarn made from 100% cotton
and the Simply Cotton Organic Sport
Yarn which is made from 100%
organic cotton.Other plant-based yarns to consider:
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handle when knitting but it does make
a hard wearing, breathable garment
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Textured knitwear
is in this seasonKnitwear Designers
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has increasingly appealed to a
wider demographic, who have now
taken up the past time and actively
follow the trends taking place in
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to the growing popularity of
knitting, a number of independent
knitwear labels have emerged with
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items. These labels are leading the
way in knit wear trends and can
often be looked to for a source of
inspiration in your own work.
r Daughter is a London-based
brand that brings expertise in
wholesale tweeds and cashmere
and has launched a collection
of knitwear and accessories
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re-imagined into modern
designs.
r Needle is another new name
in the world of yarn which was
launched by knitwear specialist,
Lizzie Cawthray. The brand has
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including colour-block jumpers
and contrast-stripe sweaters.Continued© Andreja Donko/Shutterstock© Emilie Bourdages/Shutterstock