LoveCrafts explores how knitwear has come back in full force for A/W 21

This week now marks the official start of autumn. As we say goodbye to summer, Brits will be packing away their summer clothes and pulling out their favourite knitted scarves, jumpers and hats. In light of this, the UK’s leading crafts supplier, LoveCrafts, has put together their top knitwear trends for A/W 21 for those who want to try their hand at creating their own wardrobe this season.

Cottagecore

The cottagecore aesthetic idolises the simple beauty of life. It romanticises cute cosy cottages hidden in the woods, homemade tea and snuggly jumpers, best worn curled up in front of the fire. To get the cottagecore look you’ll need floaty dresses in florals and fresh neutrals or earthy tones, snuggly jumpers and dreamy cardigans to waft around the house in. If you’re a cottagecore lover you’ll want to embrace the whimsical, cute toadstool decorations and kitsch homewares all inspired by the beauty of nature. What better way to embrace the cottagecore life than to make everything you need by hand?

https://www.lovecrafts.com/en-gb/c/article/how-to-nail-the-cottagecore-aesthetic

Sweater Vests

Knitted sweater vests are superb for layering when the weather gets chilly, meaning they will take you from summer to autumn. Whether it’s a remixed cabled classic or a campus-cool knit in lollypop shades, this crop of knitted sweater vest patterns are making cosy layers cool again. From preppy to classic, statement or minimalist, sleeveless silhouettes are back. Which pattern is on your knit-list this autumn?

https://www.lovecrafts.com/en-gb/c/article/sweater-vest-patterns

Fair Isle

Fair Isle knitting originated on the remote island of Fair Isle, between the Orkney and Shetland Islands of North Scotland. The knit is one of the most beautiful and traditional knitting techniques, working two (or more) colours of yarn in the same row. Its iconic design gives you the freedom to play with unique colour combinations, from bright jewel shades to muted Scandinavian tones. Whether you’re going for a modern twist or keeping rustic, this is the simplest way to introduce colour into your A/W 2021 knit collection.

https://www.lovecrafts.com/en-gb/c/article/how-to-knit-stranded-fair-isle

Merion Willis, Craft Editor at LoveCrafts comments:

“As Brits pack away their swimwear, sandals and sundresses, cosy knitwear is once again making an appearance. In the vast world of knitwear, cottagecore, sweater vests and Fair Isle are taking centre stage this autumn-winter 2021. At LoveCrafts, we’re here to help the nation unleash their inner maker, so our tutorials, free patterns, yarns and tools give Brits the means to craft their fashion favourites.”