FEATURES GERMAN TWISTED CAST ON Meg Swansen sings the praises of her favorite way to get started. MAGICAL KNITTING Alice Hoffman writes, Lisa Hoffman designs, and together they knit a magical tale. By Karin Strom FADE TO COLOR Carol J. Sucolski delves into the biggest knitting trend in recent memory, the fabulous fade. STRICK-LY SPEAKING Why is knitting in Germany suddenly so hot? Karin Strom investigates. FASHION PATTERN PLAY Traditional or modern, colorful Fair Isle is always in style. I BELIEVE IN PINK Is pink the new black? The fashion world thinks so. SHAWL IN LOVE Lace, mosaic or stripes: Meet your match in shawl form. DREAM IN COLOR Bright colors and popping patterns make for on-trend yoke sweaters. THE MAKERS Isabell Kraemer feels the love from knitters; Julia Riede on the science of shawls. LAID-BACK LUSTER Don’t be shy! Glittering accents perk up an everyday knitted wardrobe
