Get Val Pierce’s exclusive toy and backpack patterns in September’s issue of Let’s Knit: out now!

Fancy knitting up bumble bee and ladybird backpacks or even a toy parrot? Then grab your copy of September’s issue of Let’s Knit now!

Jason is a kooky and colourful parrot with a great personality! Designed by our very own Val Pierce, especially for Cygnet Yarns, this feathered friend has been causing a stir in the LK office. Jason features lots of charming details, from his layered wings to fanned tail.

He’s a great make for anyone, plus the pattern features some top toy tips for helping you when knitting up Jason or any other toy.

Alternatively, why not put a smile on a young child’s face with these great bug-inspired backpacks. Benson, is in the design of a bumble bee whilst Marieta is a vibrant ladybird. The pattern is easily adaptable to make a variety of backpacks; why not create a spider with long, spindly legs, a stripy caterpillar or even a butterfly?

Find these and 20 more patterns in the latest issue of Let’s Knit, including garments, accessories, homewares, baby makes and back-to-school knits.

Let’s Knit costs £4.99 and can be found in selected WHSmith, Sainsbury’s, Tesco, Morrisons and Asda branches. Go to our subscribe page for a chance to receive a set of KnitPro dpns worth £40.