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Cast On has several regular features. Projects related to these topics are always welcome.

• Fashion Framework discusses a particular type of garment or project.
• Stitch Anatomy discusses a stitch pattern.
• Learn Something New discusses a specific technique and provides a simple pattern for a small project. Past topics have been Beading and Shadow Knitting.
• Pattern From a Member is restricted to a TKGA member. We give precedence to those working on the Master Hand Knitting program.
• Special Topics in Finishing.
• Special Topics in Design.
• Technical articles. We are always interested in articles discussing knitting history and traditions, new ways of doing things, and in depth treatment of techniques

Our intention is to have a range of projects in each issue. Proposals for sweaters, accessories, designs for children and babies, and household items. Cast On is not “seasonal”. Our members live all around the world in very different climates. They also are interested in seeing projects for upcoming seasons.

Here is the Design Calendar for the upcoming issues of Cast On Magazine:

Fall 2025 Issue

Call for Designs Sent April 9
Proposals Due May 1
Designers Notified May 8 
Yarn Acquisition and Contracts May 8-13
Designs and Patterns Due July 8
Publication Date August 1

• Fashion Framework – Beanies and Toques
• Stitch Anatomy – Slipped Stitches
• Learn Something New – Provisional CO Techniques
• Special Topics in Finishing – Planning for Finishing
• Special Topics in Design – Construction and Direction of Knitting

Winter 2025-2026 Issue

Call for Designs Sent July 9
Proposals Due August 1
Designers Notified August 8 
Yarn Acquisition and Contracts August 8-13
Designs and Patterns Due October 8
Publication Date November 1

• Fashion Framework – Yoke Sweaters
• Stitch Anatomy – Argyle (Intarsia)
• Learn Something New – Crochet for Knitters
• Special Topics in Finishing – Elongated Buttonholes
• Special Topics in Design – Shaped Intarsia

Spring 2026 Issue

Call for Designs Sent October 10
Proposals Due October 30
Designers Notified November 9
Yarn Acquisition and Contracts November 12-15
Designs and Patterns Due January 8
Publication Date February 1

• Fashion Framework – Vests
• Stitch Anatomy – Pleats
• Learn Something New – Firm Cast On Techniques
• Special Topics in Finishing – Firm Bind Off Techniques
• Special Topics  in Design – Designing on a Bias

Summer 2026 Issue

Call for Designs Sent January 10
Proposals Due January 31
Designers Notified February 6
Yarn Acquisition and Contracts February 6-15
Designs and Patterns Due April 8
Publication Date May 1

• Fashion Framework – Puffed Sleeves
• Stitch Anatomy – Dropped Stitches
• Learn Something New – Short Row Shoulders
• Special Topics in Finishing – Decorative Edges 
• Special Topics in Design – Designing Sideways Sweaters

Fall 2026 Issue

Call for Designs Sent April 9
Proposals Due May 1
Designers Notified May 8 
Yarn Acquisition and Contracts May 8-13
Designs and Patterns Due July 8
Publication Date August 1

• Fashion Framework – Zimmerman Pi Shawl
• Stitch Anatomy – Knit/Purl Motifs (Gansey)
• Learn Something New – Pooling
• Special Topics in Finishing – Folded Hems
• Special Topics in Design – Designing with Graphics

This schedule may change without notice.  The Design Call will include details on the Stitch Anatomy and Fashion Framework for that issue as well as other information for specific design focus.

More information about our requirements can be found here.  If you would like to be added to the Design Call, please click here or send an email to info@tkga.org .