Rooted: Submissions Call for Winter 2026

Cozy knits keep us going when the temperature drops. Whether we are knitting by the fire, tromping through snowy landscapes, or headed to gatherings with family and friends, natural fibers offer us comfort in so many ways.

Heirloom textiles of all sorts can inspire our knitting life. Photo by Julia S on Pixabay

Not only do wool and alpaca, mohair and cotton keep us warm and dry, but our cherished handmade textiles can join us as we move through the seasons of our lives. A pair of mittens from a dear friend, a quilt passed between generations, even your grandmother’s workaday potholder can help keep you rooted in a chaotic world. As makers, these textiles—knitted or not—can inform our palette, motif, and texture choices.

Rooted: Winter 2026

What textiles and making traditions inspire you? The fiber world has so much to offer: century-old textile mills that endure, new woolen mills that serve their communities, thriving knitting traditions in places such as Shetland and Estonia, yarn stores that create spaces for all makers to connect, and so much more. Are there fibers, traditions, or techniques you think more knitters should know about? We would love to hear your article and project ideas!

A sheep flock has been gathered and is being driven to the Sheepfold in Norðadalur in the Faroe Islands. Photos courtesy of Sissal Kristiansen

Pattern Collection

Dream up the coziest knits that you’ll wear for years. We love elevated basics and thoughtful designs that are as fun to knit as they are to wear. Our projects cover a wide range of skill levels: carefully crafted basics, classics with modern finishes, and more challenging projects that highlight the beauty of natural fibers. We love everything from simple stitches to colorful stranded motifs to everyday lace.

Traditional Icelandic pullovers made with Lopi yarn reflect the importance of Icelandic sheep and wool in the island nation. Tíglar means diamonds in Icelandic, in honor of the diamond motif in the yoke of this modern lopapeysa, the Tíglar Tveir by Védís Jónsdóttir. Photo by Gale Zucker With slanting decreases and carefully placed yarnovers, a sweet leaf sprouts on the edge of a garter-stitch field in this Leaf Cap by Melissa LaBarre. Photo by George Boe The Chore Jacket is the cozy cardigan that’s about to become your new favorite. Throw it on to head out to the barn or to walk the dog. The body is worked in one piece to the underarms, then the left and right fronts and back are worked separately. Photo by Gale Zucker

Cozy knits like the Tíglar Tveir, Leaf Cap, and Chore Jacket will keep you warm through even the chilliest of days. Photos by Gale Zucker and George Boe

We want to hear your ideas for our Winter issue! Accessories, garments graded for a wide range of body types, and cozy knits for the home are all welcome! Check out our library for our previously published designs.

Share your Design Proposal

Please use our handy submissions form to propose design ideas. Feel free to suggest a yarn that would be a great fit for your proposal. (Yarn support is provided for selected designs.)

And we’re always looking for wonderful stories for articles. Drop us a line at [email protected] with an idea you’d like to read—or write!

— Kate

Anticipated Timeline

Proposals due January 19, 2026.
You’ll be notified if your design is chosen by February 2, 2026.
Finished projects, patterns, and articles are due June 15, 2026.

Submit ideas through our simple web form.

Learn more about our process on our recently updated submissions page.