Kirstie McLeod
Editor, Simply Knitting
Kirstie is the Editor of Simply Knitting and Commissioning Editor of The Knitter, and what she doesn’t know about knitting isn’t worth knowing! She’s responsible for packing both magazines with gorgeous, fresh patterns by designers from all over the globe and bringing the biggest trends from the fashion world straight to your needles. When she’s not squishing new yarns, browsing the latest pattern collections, and travelling to knitting shows across the UK and beyond, Kirstie can be found working on her own knitwear designs – and she even finds time to crochet too! Look her up on Ravelry to see her latest creations, and follow her on Instagram at @kirstie.mcleod.
Recent articles by Kirstie McLeod
Feel festive with our Christmas pudding hat knitting pattern
This festive hat comes in both child and adult sizes, so there's nothing stopping you from kitting out the whole family for Christmas!
Quick knit | Christmas bauble
Got time for a last-minute Christmas knit? Cast on Kirstie McLeod's Scandi-style decoration to hang on your tree or give as a gift.
Simply Knitting latest issues
Take a look behind the cover of the latest issue, order your copy and catch up on issues you might have missed.
Easter knitting | Free egg pattern
These little knitted easter eggs are just so pretty! Our knitted Easter egg pattern is perfect for using up leftover yarn.
Six free knitting and crochet wedding gift patterns
Celebrate a special day with 6 knitting and crochet wedding gifts for brides and bridesmaids.
Free pattern | Knit a baby hat
Keep little ones cosy in this easy-to-knit basic baby hat knitting pattern, which comes in three sizes to fit newborns to toddlers.
Glasses case knitting pattern
We've got this easy knitting pattern for glasses cases that's perfect for popping your sunnies in to stop them getting scratched
Free granny square crochet cushion cover pattern
Sweet, small squares will make a big impact with this free granny square crochet pillow cover pattern by Kirstie Mcleod.
How to knit flowers
Want to learn how to knit flowers? Follow along with our simple tutorial
Free crochet friendship bracelet patterns
Show your friends a bit of love with these quick and easy free crochet friendship bracelet patterns!
Scarf with pockets knitting pattern
Snuggle up in this cosy scarf with pockets. It's a speedy knit in a fab super-chunky yarn, and a thoughtful gift for someone you love!
Cowl knitting pattern
Fresh colours and tartan stripes give the simple knitted cowl a modern makeover in this pattern by Kirstie McLeod. Cast it on today…
How to knit a coin purse
Learn how to knit linen stitch and create a woven-look fabric without a loom using Kirstie McLeod's coin purse knitting pattern.
Free brooch pattern | Knit a poinsettia
Brighten up your winter outfits by attaching Kirstie McLeod's pretty and easy-to-knit poinsettia flower brooch to a favourite bag, coat or hat.
Pom pom hat knitting pattern
Keep little ears warm with this quirky lace and rib bobble hat by Kirstie McLeod. It's quick to knit in chunky yarn and finished with two pom poms.
Santa hat knitting pattern
Knit this fun kids' Santa hat, designed by Kirstie McLeod, in time for Christmas. We love the loopy stitch brim and sparkly yarn!
Baby mittens knitting pattern
Welcome a newborn into the world with these sweet heart mittens by Kirstie McLeod. With their simple lace pattern they're a quick gift knit.
Easy knitting patterns: phone cover
Cast on Kirstie McLeod’s fun phone cosy for a quick and easy gift
Free Fair Isle mug hug pattern
Treat yourself, or a lucky friend, to Kirstie McLeod’s mug hug.
Knit your own slippers!
Keep your feet warm and cosy with these knitted slippers by Kirstie McLeod, which come in a choice of three different looks.
Free shawl knitting pattern
Snuggle up and knit our free shawl knitting pattern – all you need is one ball of yarn to make this cosy project! Wrap it round your throat like a scarf or drape it over your shoulders in the traditional way
Free lace snood knitting pattern
Use your favourite 4ply yarn to create Kirstie McLeod's pretty lace snood. It's a brilliant quick-knit gift!
Free easy lace scarf knitting pattern
Knit Kirstie McLeod's cosy scarf in beautifully soft alpaca yarn. With its simple-to-work pattern it's a great choice for lace beginners.