Kim Hargreaves needs little introduction to seasoned knitters. Her flair for femininity and elegance has earned her worldwide fame as a knitwear designer.

In this book, Vintage Designs to Knit by Kim Hargreaves, Rowan have chosen to revisit 25 of her truly great designs in their favorite classic yarns: wools, mohairs and cottons, so there is something to knit all year round. There are smart little sweaters, soft cardigans, tailored jackets and cute tops, with beaded, textured, plain and lacy stitches, plus a few accessories.

Visit our shop website to pick up your copy, just in time for Christmas!

Kim Hargreaves’ new book Scarlet has just been published and our copies were delivered yesterday.  Scarlet has 21 knitting patterns for women including cardigans, sweaters and accessories.

Kim’s last book, Shadows, was a bit different to earlier designs and to be honest didn’t really appeal to me.  However I think with Scarlet, Kim is back to her best and there are several designs that I’d like to add to my queue.

(Click the pictures below to see a larger version)

You can see all the designs on the main website here.

Our copies of Shadows by Kim Hargreaves have finally arrived.  For some unknown reason, Coats cancelled my original order!  But it’s here at last.

The patterns in this collection are little different I think.  They have a boyish/masculine feel to them, which might not be to everyone’s taste, but there are few designs that I’m quite struck by, such as these:

You can see more designs from the book and order your copy on our website.

Whisper, Kim Hargreaves’ new book for Spring 2011 has finally arrived!  It contains 21 knitting patterns for Summer, all of which are either photographed in black or white or grey (although you can of course knit them in any colour you like). The contrast in colours is mirrored in the designs themselves which are minimal and edgy as well as pretty and feminine.

All the yarns used are Rowan Yarns including: Fine Milk Cotton, Siena 4 ply, Cotton Glace, Pima Cotton, Kidsilk Haze, Lenpur Linen, Handknit Cotton and All Seasons Cotton.

Here are some of my favourite designs:

You can see the rest of the pictures from Whisper on the website.

Kim Hargreaves has published another book – Cherished.  How does she manage to produce so many great pattern books each year?!

Here are my favourites from the 21 different designs in this book.

You can browse the shop website here to see the rest of the pictures.

Kim Hargreaves’ fans will be excited to hear that her new book, Touching Elegance, is now available.

Here are a few of my favourites from Touching Elegance.  More photos can be seen on the website.

Many knitters will be delighted to know that Kim Hargreaves’ new book Misty, is now in stock.

You can view pictures of all the patterns contained in Misty on the main website.

It’s finally here – Kim Hargreaves’ latest book “Winter Blooms” was delivered to the shop this afternoon.  It’s taken longer than anticipated but there is still time to get a copy for Christmas.

Kim Hargreaves Winter Blooms

The book is sure to be a hit with fans of Kim’s work and features 21 patterns for cardigans, jackets, jumpers and accessories.  Pictures of all the knitting patterns can be found on the product page.

Precious is the latest book from Kim Hargreaves.  It includes 21 knitwear designs ranging from sweaters and cardigans for women, a couple of sweaters for men, as well as berets and a pretty shawl.

Kim Hargreaves' Precious

The yarns used are all Rowan yarns: Pure Cashmere DK, Kidsilk Haze, Kidsilk Aura, Pima Cotton DK, Cashsoft 4Ply, Cashsoft Aran, Wool Cotton, Kid Classic, Felted Tweed, and Big Wool.

We’re expecting to have copies in stock very soon but in the meantime you can view pictures of all the patterns here.

Breeze by Kim Hargreaves is now in stock we’re running a special offer until 1st May 2009.  

Purchase a copy of Breeze and get £2 off any other book by Kim Hargreaves purchased at the same time!