Deep in the Forest

What's trending in knitwear this fall and winter? I've combed through the DROPS Fall/Winter 2026–27 design collections to pick out five key trends to watch in the coming months: back-to-basics designs, decorative full-fashioned shaping, diamond and lattice cables, the return of colorwork yokes, and an abundance of blue. Your fall wardrobe won't be complete without a classic raglan pullover and some chunky cables.

Learn how to knit continuous button bands with neat mitered corners! This step-by-step tutorial compares two common button band methods: work-as-you-go and picked-up bands. Combining the best of both approaches are continuous button bands with mitered corners. The three benefits of this approach — minimal stitch pick-up, neat transitions, and square corners — allow you to knit cardigans with a clean and polished finish.

Wychwood Cardigan revisits the twin-leaf lace motif of the original pullover in a fresh new form. Learn how moving the lace panel to the back, switching to fingering-weight yarn, and adding leafy details to the hem and cuffs completely transformed the design. Find out about the inventive techniques used in the pattern: provisionally cast on underarms and continuous button bands. The post also explores yarn choice and managing hand-dyed colors to prevent pooling.