SoHo to Close Knit Simple, Produce Fewer Issues of Vogue Knitting

The current situation in the world has made a lot of companies rethink their strategies and chances of long-term survival, sometimes in ways that probably should have been done before the outbreak.

Vogue Knitting and its parent company, SoHo Publishing, have seen a lot of changes in the knitting world in the past few years, as independent publishing of individual patterns through Ravelry and other venues has cut down on the number of people wanting to buy full issues of magazines or books about knitting. And of course with yarn stores closed and people shopping less in brick-and-mortar stores, there are fewer places available to sell knitting books and magazines as well.

With that and the current global situation in mind, SoHo has announced the closure of Knit Simple magazine and the reduction of publication of Vogue Knitting to, as of right now, to issues in the fall.

“This is where we began almost forty years ago—the brand is too strong and important not to continue,” Art Joinnides, president of SoHo Publishing, said in a newsletter.

The company recently took its Vogue Knitting Live show virtual, and its unknown whether or when in-person events will resume.

The note also announced the news that Norah Gaughan will be taking over as editor at Vogue Knitting, which is awesome. I can’t wait to see what comes next for this storied brand and publication.

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There’s something extra satisfying about knitting children’s sweaters. They’re small enough to feel manageable, sweet enough to make you say “just one more,” and they don’t require the same emotional commitment as knitting an adult-sized cardigan that may or may not sit in the WIP basket for three winters.

Knit a Little: 24 Seamless Patterns for Children’s Sweaters and Hats by Marie Greene is a lovely collection for knitters who enjoy practical, wearable children’s knits with a modern handmade feel.

The book includes 24 patterns: 12 children’s sweaters in sizes 0 to 10, and 12 matching beanies sized from preemie to adult. The patterns are based on Marie Greene’s signature seamless knitting style, which means less sewing up at the end — always a blessing, especially if finishing is where your projects go to quietly disappear.

What I really like about this book is that the designs feel classic without being old-fashioned. You’ll find cardigans and pullovers with details like colorwork, cables, and simple texture, but they still look like pieces children could actually wear and move around in. The designs are also gender-neutral, which makes them lovely for gifting, passing down, or knitting ahead when you don’t know who the recipient will be yet.

This book would suit knitters who already know the basics and want to try children’s garments without too much fiddly finishing. It’s especially good if you like small sweater projects, matching hat-and-sweater sets, or handmade baby and toddler gifts that feel a little more special than a quick beanie.

If you’re knitting from this book, I’d keep a good set of circular needles, stitch markers, and a project bag close by. Amazon is an easy place to find the book itself and basic knitting tools, while Mary Maxim is a natural spot to look for yarn if you’re planning a few gift knits or matching sets.

Knit a Little is a warm, useful children’s knitting book with sweet, wearable designs and the added bonus of seamless construction. Perfect for knitters who love making baby gifts, grandchild knits, and small projects that still feel beautifully finished.

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