Enter to win ‘Lattice knit cushion’

In this month’s May issue of ‘Let’s Knit’ magazine, Purl 1 Design will be featuring in its exciting competitions and giveaways. You have to be a member to enter for this opportunity online, but registration is free and simple. The 3 lucky winners will receive the lattice knit cushion as seen on the Purl 1 Design website.  The kit contains beautiful Dalegarn of Norway 100% Wool Chunky yarn, flower-shaped shell buttons alongside easy-to-follow instructions. There will be a choice from seven colours including vibrant scarlet or bright lemon. Each set costs £30 and there are 3 to giveaway- so make sure you try your luck and get involved!

Spring/Summer 2011

With Spring in full swing, you don't have to be a fashion guru to recognise that this year's summer colour is Cool Whites. It's also worth remembering that wool keeps you warm in the winter and cool in the summer - so what are you waiting for?

As featured in this month's Vouge Knitting 2011, you can see attention to detail within the design can be a beautiful addition to a knitted overlay.

 Moreover the intrinsic and delicately crafted patterns ensure that the garment is thin and does not absorb excessive amounts of heat. Essentially, knitted overlays such as vest tops, cardigans, head accessories etc, can complete a stylish outfit and can compliment denim nicely. Since chinos appear to be a big hit this year, you'll have no trouble trying to mix and match your white knitted garment with cream/taupe tones. Take a look at Vouge's Knitting extract and see what catches your eye.

Crochet remixed and remastered Fall 2011

Crochet was once again featured on the catwalks for next autumn. Christopher Kane and Henry Holland have used crochet granny squares hand stitched together to form beautifully crafted dresses and skirts silhouettes, and tradition cardigan and jumper shapes. Large scarves that drape around the neck, caught at the waist with a stylish narrow belt give crochet the wow factor.

So inspired by the crafted squares they continued the theme with printed leather crochet pattern print used for tailored fitted jackets and skirts. Who ever said crochet was for the older generation……

Winter warmers

We have put together a collection for this winter. They are very stylish winter fingerless gloves and scarves. We have made them in crochet knit and are very easy and quick to make. We have offered this collection in a range of colours which will compliment any outfit. You can see the full collection on our website at  www.purl1design.co.uk. 

All our knitting and crochet kits come complete with yarn and a very comprehensive pattern and any trim required.

This is the first of our new range for 2011, we will be adding more projects in the coming weeks, so keep watching.

Our New Website!!

our new website is now complete, and we a really happy with it’s out come. We now feel we have a new identity which will be more distinctive than our original website. It is now much easier to view and navigate. www.purl1design.co.uk
We will be adding new products for the new Autumn/Winter season starting with our brand new  very easy to make Spot Tea Cosy – Knitting Kit. It also comes with matching egg cosies - a compliment to any breakfast table.

Tea Cosy on it's way!

It looks like summer's not too far away now - a good excuse to get knitting I'd say! Why not knit yourself a cosy to keep your favourite Teapot warm. We have just put the finishing touches to our new 'I Love Tea' Tea cosy knitting kit which is available in patriotic colours of Honey, Navy and Scarlet. Also in Cream, Milkshake and Tan. Colours that will coordinate with you crockery or decor, You'll find them at www.purl1design.com very soon!

Look out for the matching Egg and Mug cosies also!

Up and Coming!

It’s coming up to knitting season; and we just can’t wait to show off our new designs! Our latest sources reveal that after a long awaited arrival to the British fashion industry, the stylish hooded scarves will finally be making an appearance- apparently, all over the place! With pleasure, we intend to look into this new fashion craze, allowing our customers to save some pennies and D.I.Y-it! Obviously recognizing and appreciating the personal touch, design and outcome. We will soon be offering crochet and knitting kits with a variety of designs whilst keeping the colour arrangements and sizes totally up to you. You know our British winters are pretty similar to British summers so let’s get knitting! Stay extra snug next season with the stylish hooded scarf, soon to be hitting the high-street!