Journal

The Danish knitting superstar Mette Wendelboe Okkels turned a career in medicine into one in knitwear design, and now her PetiteKnit brand is known worldwide.

The knitwear designer Veronika Lindberg — known as Kutova Kika — wants to dispel the myth that knitting must follow specific rules or strive for perfection.    

Here are our team’s best ideas for knitters (and those aspiring to become one)!

Swiss Darning, also known as duplicate stitch, is a beautiful technique that adds a painterly effect to knitted designs. Learn from Dee Hardwicke how to master this simple yet e...

It is officially Socktober, and it is time to knit socks! To celebrate the theme, our editorial team reveals which pair of socks from Laine’s publications they want to cast on ...

Mosaic embroidery, a technique developed by the Japanese artist Tomomi Mimura, is based on basic darning stitches. She uses it to create fun animal characters that have charmed ...

Learn more about the power of knitting and how to use them in you knitting!

The French classic clafoutis is a dessert that falls somewhere between a pie and a custard. In this recipe, we use raspberries!

We talked with the designer Sasha Hyre about her book, her design influences and the relaxing power of knitting!

We listed some of our favourite summer patterns from Laine publications to inspire your holiday knitting.

With so many creative fields already affected by the development of AI, it is only a matter of time before we will start seeing its effects in hand knitting as well. Could AI m...

What do knitters like to knit? And why? Get to know knitters in our first-ever Laine Knitting Survey. 

Anna Johanna's colourwork knits charm, especially with their technical genius, but their playful patterns also make you smile.

Picking up a needle and thread to fix a hole is seldom considered anyone’s favourite pastime, but repairing a beloved garment can be extremely gratifying.

This January, we at Laine are celebrating the art of scrap yarn knitting!

We talked to Susan Crawford to learn more about her book, work and inspiration!

Whether you are looking for gifts to give for a knitter or looking for ideas for knitted gifts, our guide is here to help you. Take a look and get your holiday shopping – and c...

If you ask us, a great party needs great food and drinks, and here are some of our favourites: Kir and Roasted Beetroots with Burrata!

It's time for a brief geography lesson as Mary Jane and Gudrun introduce you to Shetland — the inspiration behind Grand Shetland Adventure Knits. 

Curious to learn embroidery but not sure where to start? What are some things you should consider before starting to stitch? Judit Gummlich, the author of Embroidery on Knits s...

Judit Gummlich is a multi-talented German crafter who is known for bringing traditional wool embroidery – stitching with and on wool – to the present day. 

We reached out to a few established knitwear designers to share their top tips for creating your first knitting pattern.

 We talked to Lotta H. Löthgren to learn more about her work, book and way of life.

If you are curious to know more about Jonna's upcoming book join now to follow Jonna's personal newsletter. 

Enjoy this summery dessert as part of your Midsummer celebrations or summer soirées.

We asked Paula Pereira, the author of Textured Knits, to tell us a bit more about her book, her work and her inspiration.

All back issues of Laine Magazine are now 16 € each, but the more issues you buy, the bigger the discount.

Claudia Quintanilla’s book Making Memories is an ode to the women who taught her crafts. 

Keep your favourite knits around for longer by taking care of them the right way.

Veska is a handy but trendy bum bag to carry along all your valuables. 

Learn how the French designer Cinthia Vallet became a toy-maker, and what is unique about her characters.

Join our fun-filled sock challenge and a knit-along 

There are hundreds of different techniques used in knitting patterns, whether it’s for casting on, binding off, or everything in between! In our 52 Weeks of Easy Knits book, we ...

When Lindsey Fowler was recovering from postpartum depression, knitting offered her an identity outside motherhood. 

This recipe for delicious red lentil soup is one that we go back to time and time again.

Learn how sheep farming can help save endangered biotopes.