Thick, woolly and oversize knitwear has for some become a form of soft armor.
Category: Knitting and Knit Goods
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Adult Bonnets Are The Winter Hat of the Moment
Grown-up versions of the infant staple have become increasingly sought-after.
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Rosita Missoni, Who Turned Zigzag Sweaters Into High Fashion, Dies at 93
With colorful knitwear, she and her husband, Ottavio, built one of the world’s most recognizable brands, helping to make Milan a capital of “alta moda.”
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Revisiting ‘Knitting With Dog Hair’ 30 Years Later
“Knitting With Dog Hair,” a classic how-to book from the 1990s by Kendall Crolius, fueled a dedicated movement. An updated 30th anniversary edition was published this month.
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How to Plan a Knitting Vacation in Iceland
In a country with more sheep than people, a D.I.Y. wool journey — from sheep farms to yarn shops — makes perfect sense. Our writer brushes up on her knitting on a driving trip from Reykjavik.
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Dare to Wear White This Fall
Soft knits, diaphanous dresses and smart separates in shades of ivory, cream and snow are a bright palate cleanser for the season.
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An Artist Whose Knits Are an Antidote to Loneliness
Patrick Carroll began making textiles during lockdown. Last year, several of them appeared in a JW Anderson runway show.
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The Many Textures of Spring Fashion
From woolly tweeds to smooth silk, tactile fabrics make for a highly sensational season.
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For Fall, Jackets and Knits With a Modern Edge
Well-defined lines and neutral tones give this season’s pieces a striking, pared-back look.
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A Mordant Glimpse at the Austrian Aristocracy
Plus: bracelets with spell-casting instructions, a Caribbean resort — and more recommendations from T Magazine.
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Knitters Say Stitching Helps Them Follow the Thread in Meetings
The New York Times – Fashion & Style:An official in Wales was called out for knitting in a virtual meeting, setting off an debate over etiquette. Experts say the fine-motor movement activates the parts of the brain used for focus.
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Spring Sweaters for Every Mood
The New York Times – T Magazine:Knits that range from quiet neutrals to high-contrast brights.