From This Land: A Westcountry Collection

Part-funded through our Micro-Bursary Fund for SWE Fibreshed members, this collection of knitting patterns by member Marina Skua is as much about place as it is about craft. Inspired by the South-West of England, particularly its sheep-dotted landscapes, this capsule collection features five unisex knit designs crafted with undyed, locally sourced British wool.

Every yarn used here comes from farms and wool producers in the South West of England that prioritise animal welfare and land regeneration. Over the course of the past year, I have visited these farms, walked their fields, and met the sheep whose fleece makes up this collection. Each knit design is a reflection of those visits, a tribute to the landscapes, the people and the wool itself.

The Knitting Pattern Collection

From This Land – A Westcountry Collection is made up of five unisex knitting patterns; all practical, comfortable knits perfect for outdoor adventures. The designs consist of: a cardigan, a colourwork tank top/ vest, a scarf, a hat and a pair of fingerless mitts.

Throughout the book, Marina takes you on a journey to each destination, sharing a little about each farm, each design and the inspiration behind the knitting pattern.

The Knit Designs

Each design is inspired by the farm the wool came from. We have:

• Flock Flight mitts / The Woven Briar
• Valley Rooves cardigan / Gullet Farm
• Lichen Stone scarf / Raw Wool Company
• Tree Hay tank / Gutchpool Farm
• Hedge and Wall hat / Lower Hampen Farm

Happy knitting!