New In - James C Brett Knitting Patterns

A great selection of new (to my store) knitting patterns from James C Brett including a selection of kids knits in chunky, DK and Aran yarn, adult Aran designs and striped, super chunky throws.

Aran Knits

This selection of Aran knits can be knitted in any Aran yarn, it is best to use James C Brett to have a more accurate idea of quantity required, but I've never had a problem mixing and matching brands of patterns and yarn. Browse Aran yarn

Image of cover of knitting pattern showing a cream coloured waistcoat knitted in Aran yarn. The waistcoat has three buttons at the top and then hangs loose, modelled by a woman

Waistcoats are a popular choice and this one is perfect as an outer layer or alternative to a cardigan or sweater in cooler weather. The cable pattern isn't too intricate but the end result is beautiful. Buy the pattern

Image of cover of James C Brett knitting pattern to knit an adult Aran slipover and sweater

This is a very traditional Aran and while the image shows the woman in the sweater and the man in the slipover, they are unisex designs. I like the intricate cable panel at the front. This panel is the same on both the slipover and the sweater. Buy the pattern

Image of James C Brett knitting pattern cover to knit a kids sweater and cardigan

Kids Arans are the best to knit, they are smaller so they are finished quicker! This unisex jumper and cardigan features lovely cable twists in two different types and sizes, so it wouldn't be too difficult if you are newish to Aran or you have experience of cabling. Five child sizes from 22 to 30 inches. All the sizes can be knitted with a 400g ball of yarn, except the 30in cardigan, you will need a little more yarn for it. Buy the pattern

Image of James C Brett knitting pattern cover to knit a kids slipover and sweater

I love the slipover and expect this will be a popular pattern. However, I do prefer bolder, more traditional cable panels on my Aran knits. The shape of this one is great but I feel it has missed an opportunity to shine. But everyone has different tastes and its good to offer different styles. Often things that I amn't wild about in a picture end up being my favourite creations! The pattern offers five sizes from 22 to 30 inches. Buy the pattern

Fun Chunky Knits for Kids

Cover image of James C Brett pattern to knit a chunky kids sweater with a bird or a bunny motif

Cover image of James C Brett pattern to knit a chunky kids sweater with a lion or giraffe motif

Cover image of James C Brett pattern to knit a chunky kids sweater with a dinosaur or bear motif

A collection of sweaters and hoodies featuring fun animals - a bunny and bird, a lion and giraffe, or dinosaur and bear . Knitted in chunky yarn you can choose from a back or side (shoulder) opening sweater or the hoodie. Unisex designs in six sizes from 16-26 inches.

DK Knits for Kids

Cover image of James C Brett kids knitting pattern to knit a cardigan or jacket in DK yarn

I have a pattern for a cardigan and sweater with lace detail that appears to have been published at the same time as this cardigan and it is really popular, so I thought I would try adding this cardigan option. I love the texture and the marbled effect yarn works perfectly. There is also a longer version which works well as a jacket. Buy the pattern

Cover image of James C Brett knitting pattern to knit a kids sweater in plain yarn or with flower motifs

This is either a lovely simple, easy to knit sweater or it's your next project. I love the flower design but two colour knitting isn't my strong point. So, I would knit the plain sweater and convince myself that one day I would try the flower one! The pattern covers ages 3-12 years. Buy the pattern

Cover image of James C Brett knitting pattern to knit a plain kids sweater or add a tractor motif

Another pattern with a simple, easy knit and a more involved design. I love the contrasting colours in the tractor sweater, but you could knit the plain sweater with contrasting bands. The pattern has five sizes for ages 3-12 years. Buy the pattern

Super Chunky Throws

Cover image of James C Brett knitting pattern to knit a rainbow throw in super chunky yarn

Cover image of James C Brett knitting pattern to knit a colourful super chunky throw with pompom trim

Super chunky, super warm, super fun, and super quick to knit. These 'super' knitting patterns offer a range of sizes and designs - choose from different widths of stripes or add pompoms. Choose from the rainbow pattern with two designs and four sizes or the pompom pattern with two designs (with and without pompoms) and three sizes.