Laine Magazine Issue 26

Laine 26: Crossing Paths is our autumn issue, taking you on a gentle wander through the bohemian Kallio district of Helsinki, Finland.

We stroll through this creative neighbourhood, pause in cosy cafés, and pick up flowers from the local market capturing a warm, lived-in atmosphere that runs throughout the issue. The knits reflect this mood perfectly, offering a versatile collection for autumn wardrobes.

Inside you’ll find 12 beautiful knitting patterns, featuring rich cables, textured stitches, playful stripe designs, soothing stockinette, and simple colourwork—something for every kind of knitter.

This issue features designers Anu Ahoniemi, Alma Bali, Melanie Berg, Alice Caetano, Ronja Hakalehto, Soumine Kim, Sanni Pauliina, Anne-Michelle Phelan, Simone Ryan, Irina Shaar, Yuka Takahashi, and Julia Wilkens.

Also included:

• An interview with Elena Solier Jansà, founder of Catalan yarn brand Xolla, dedicated to preserving local sheep breeds
• A feature exploring neurodiverse knitters and why stitching can be especially calming and meaningful for neurodivergent makers
• Fibre Talk with Jeanette Sloan, featuring Californian designer and teacher Chinua “Chin” Matthews
• Five Ways, offering inspiration for boosting creativity in both life and knitting
• Where I Knit, meeting Paris-based knitter Natalie Perreau, who loves knitting in her favourite café
• Seasonal autumn recipes
• Book reviews

A thoughtful, atmospheric issue celebrating creativity, community, and the joy of making.