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Time to fall in love

You know that feeling when you’ve found the perfect project, one that makes your heart beat faster every time you think of it? I’ve had that feeling a lot recently. For instance, I can’t get Kelly Wilson Moore’s delicious-looking dolly mixture blanket on page 67 out of my head, or Fran Morgan’s simple-yet-perfect poncho on page 24. I also felt that way about Emma Leith’s granny square mitts from page 61 – and believe it or not, I’ve made those already! And please share your makes on Instagram tagged #sctreblemaker, or on our Facebook group Simply Crochet SCtreblemakers, as we love to see them.…

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INSPIRING BOOKS

RETRO CROCHET ASHLEE ELLE (£18.81, Rocky Nook) Fans of 70s, 80s and 90s fashion, this is the book for you! Organised by decade, the projects in this collection include tops, skirts, bags, hats, accessories and more. Though the inspiration is retro, the style is undeniably Ashlee – the designer has made a name for herself online by modeling her own creations in front of beautful photoshopped landscapes, and she remains true to her signature look in this new book. SWEET PEA CROCHET SUE RAWLINSON (£12.99, Search Press) Prepare for a new baby by hooking up one or more of the bundles in this book! Created by Sue Rawlinson of Sweet Pea Family Crochet, these gift sets are as useful as they are adorable. Create a car seat blanket, baby beanie…

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SIMPLE STEPS HOW TO DECREASE IN DOUBLE CROCHET (DC2TOG)

1 Start by inserting the hook under the top 2 loops of the next stitch on the previous row. Begin to work a double crochet stitch in the usual way, working yrh and pull loop through (2 loops on hook). 2 Without finishing the first dc, begin the next dc by inserting the hook in the next stitch on the previous row. Again, work yrh and pull loop through (3 loops on hook). 3 Now complete both dc stitches together by working yrh and pull this loop through all 3 loops on the hook. 4 This is how the completed dc2tog should look. You will have neatly decreased by 1 stitch. On subsequent rows, you can simply work a stitch into the top of the dc2tog stitch as usual.…

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CATHERINE’S JOURNAL …from the studio

Confession time: I’m a serial blanket maker. I can’t flick past a pattern in a magazine or on Pinterest without wanting to make it, not to mention all the ones I dream up myself! This means that my home is full of handmade throws, and friends occasionally ask me to recommend yarn for crocheting a blanket. My initial answer is simple. Use any yarn that you love! WEIGHT MATTERS Back when I first began crocheting, I used to wonder what people meant by ‘yarn weight’. As far as I could see, you simply bought a 50g or 100g ball of yarn and that was that. However, over time I have come to realise why the thickness of the yarn is called ‘weight’ – the thicker the yarn you use, the…

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Simply Sewing is the perfect magazine for the modern sewist! Simple-to-follow projects mean you can get started straight away using the fabulous gifts included with every issue. Already whipping up home-sewn makes? Be inspired by expert tricks and tips, in-depth technical features and profiles of amazing designers. Simply Sewing is a new approach to dressmaking and home sewing www.gathered.how/simplysewing SUBSCRIBE TODAY: TRY 3 ISSUES FOR £9.99 www.buysubscriptions.com/SWHA2023 or call 03330 162 149† & quote code SWHA2023 †UK calls will cost the same as the other standard fixed line numbers (starting 01 or 02) and are included as part of any inclusive ore free minutes allowance (if offered in your phone tariff). Outside of free call packages call charges from mobile phones will cost between 3p and 55p per minute. Lines are…

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Square smile

YOU WILL NEED ■ West Yorkshire Spinners Croft Aran (100% Shetland wool, 100g/166m) Yarn A Lerwick (637) Yarn B Laxfirth (639) Yarn C Ollabery (568) ■ A 5mm (US H/8) hook ■ A 55 (55: 60: 60)cm open-ended zip (purchase after garment completion to ensure correct size) For yarn stockists contact West Yorkshire Spinners www.wyspinners.com TENSION 17sts and 18.5 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over stitch pattern using a 5mm hook or size needed to obtain stated tension ABBREVIATIONS FPsstr (Front Post sextuple treble) Yrh 6 times, insert hook from front to back to front around post of st, yrh, pull up a loop, (yrh, pull through 2 loops) rep until 1 loop remains; FPsstr are always worked with Yarn A around dc from Yarn A row 9 rows below…

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Dragon’s den

YOU WILL NEED ■ Bernat Baby Blanket Sparkle (100% polyester, 300g/201m) 3 balls of Planetary Purple Sparkle (71004) 1 ball of Seafoam Sparkle (71005) ■ A small amount of any DK yarn in green ■ A small amount of any DK yarn in black ■ A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook ■ A 6.5mm (US K/10½) hook ■ Toy stuffing ■ Stitch markers For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Dragon measures approx 135cm (53¼in) long ABBREVIATIONS ldc (long double crochet) Yrh, insert hook in st indicated, yrh and pull up a loop, yrh and pull through one loop, (yrh and pull through 2 loops) twice picot Ch2, ss in last ch from hook For…

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SIMPLE STEPS HOW TO CHANGE COLOUR IN ROUNDS

1 It’s often easier to fasten off each colour at the end of the round and join the new colour at the start of the new round. To do this, make a slipknot in the new colour and place on your hook. 2 Insert the hook into the last stitch of the round below. Hold the working yarn and the tail end at the back of the work (this helps to make sure the slipknot will not be visible from the front). 3 Now work a slip stitch by placing yrh and pulling the yarn through the stitch and through the slipknot. 4 Tighten the slipknot if necessary. Make the turning chain for the new row in the correct length for the stitch, then work the stitches in the new…

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SIMPLE STEPS HOW TO WORK A DOUBLE CROCHET SEAM

1 First, make sure you fasten off, weave in ends and block pieces. Place pieces WS together. With a slip knot on the hook, insert it into the far right stitch on both pieces, work a slip st. 2Make 1ch (the t-ch for dc). Insert hook into the second stitch of both layers and work a dc stitch. Work more dc stitches in this way along the edge, as far as you need to. 3 Fasten off, weave in ends, open out the seam and lightly press from the WS. This makes a raised seam for a decorative effect on the RS (see above), using any colour of yarn. 4 In step 1, if you place the pieces with RS together and work the seam, you’ll create a more subtle…

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SIMPLE STEPS HOW TO ADD FRINGING

1 Follow the instructions in the pattern, or try this method. Cut 2 pieces of yarn, twice as long as you want the fringe to be. Fold in half. 2 Insert hook through the edge of the fabric, where you want the first piece of fringing to be placed. Loop the yarn lengths over the hook and pull back through the fabric. 3 Pull the yarn lengths to make a small loop next to the fabric. Pass the ends of the yarn lengths through this loop and pull tight to secure. 4 Repeat from step 1 along the edge of the fabric, as close together or far apart as you wish. Use a matching or contrasting yarn colour. Trim any uneven lengths of yarn to create a neat finish.…

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SIMPLE STEPS HOW TO WORK A CLUSTER STITCH (3-TR CLUSTER)

1 Start a treble in the usual way: yrh, insert hook, yrh, pull loop through (3 loops on hook), yrh, pull through first 2 loops (2 loops on hook). Stop here, without finishing. 2 Start treble in the same st/sp: yrh, insert hook in the same st/sp again, yrh, pull loop through (4 loops on hook), yrh and pull through first 2 loops (3 loops on hook). Stop here. 3 Repeat step 2 until you’ve worked the number of trebles shown in pattern; in this example we’re working 3-tr cl. Next finish all trebles together: yrh, pull loop through all loops on hook. 4 This is how the completed cluster should look. On the next row, just work a stitch into the top of the cluster as usual. The stitch…

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DOUBLE TAP ♥

COME FLY WITH ME The garden seems to be where fairies look the most at home. This wide-eyed Holly Fairy from issue 130 is by Alexandra Frere, aka @tangled_ pixie. It’s super cute! COUNTRYSIDE LOVE Sarah Johnson, aka @cuddlycrochetby sarah, hooked up four members of the Beatrix Potter crew from issue 95 so they could enjoy a relaxing countryside escape. GREEN FINGERS Evie, aka @crochet evie, has sunk her hooks into our wonderful amigurumi gardener pattern from issue 125. What amazing creations will Evie grow next? ICE TO MEET YOU Come rain, wind or snow, this Holly Fairy from issue 130 is bursting with joy! This one by Alice Tarry, aka @the_ burrow_uk, looks so happy on a snowman.…

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THE RIGHT ANGLE

YOU WILL NEED ■ Scheepjes Terazzo (70% recycled wool, 30% recycled viscose, 50g/175m) 1 ball of each: Yarn A Espresso (717) Yarn B Ardesia (743) Yarn C Sangria (720) Yarn D Piuma (740) Yarn E Corallo (713) Yarn F Sabbia (746) Yarn G Lampone (721) Yarn H Acero (704) Yarn I Mandarino (715) Yarn J Rosa (723) Yarn K Cenere (741) ■ A 4.5mm (US 7) hook For yarn stockists contact Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com/en TENSION 3 patt rep and 14 rows measure 10x10cm (4x4in) MEASUREMENTS Rectangle measures approx 80x50cm (31½x19¾in) before joining ABBREVIATIONS spiked tr Yrh, insert hook in st/sp indicated 2 rows below, yrh and pull loop up to height of current row enclosing the ch on the row below, (yrh and pull through 2 loops) twice spiked htr Yrh,…

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AROUND THE WAY

YOU WILL NEED ■ Scheepjes Terrazzo (70% recycled wool, 30% recycled viscose, 50g/175m) Laguna (752) See table for measurements and yarn quantities ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ■ Stitch markers ■ A button, 1.5cm For yarn stockists contact Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com/en TENSION Rounds 1-9 measure 20cm (8in) in diameter using a 4mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension ABBREVIATIONS bead st Skip 1 st, tr in next st, *yrh, insert hook around post previous tr, yrh and pull up a loop) 3 times, yrh, pull through 6 loops on hook, yrh, pull final 2 loops (counts as 1 st in stitch count) For a full list, see page 88 of Simply Crochet magazine With its intricate stitches, draped collar and enticing shape, you’d think this waistcoat would be…

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CONTRIBUTORS

LISA STURMEY Lisa is the designer behind Ellie’s Craft Boutique. Once she went from knitting toys to crocheting them, she never looked back! See her amigurumi peas in a pod on page 29. MILLIE MASTERTON Millie is the crochet designer behind Ruby and Custard. She’s been busy creating the headband and mitts as part of our lovely mini motifs collection starting on page 14. BECCA PARKER Becca is a designer/maker based by the British seaside. She sells her crochet patterns and handmade accessories online. Find her matching placemats and coasters on page 73. CAROL HLADIK Carol is a desinger and tech editor from Wichita, Kansas. She sepcialises in fun and functional patterns and is always up for a challenge. Check out her dragon on page 53. OTHER CONTRIBUTORS Jess Bennett,…

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Small wonder

COLLAR Instantly add a feminine touch to your favourite blouse by donning Natalie Beard’s sweet collar made of hexagon motifs ■ Rico Baby Cotton Soft DK (50% acrylic, 50% cotton, 50g/125m), 1 ball of each: Azalea (077), Raspberry (067), Turquoise (056), Blueberry (070), Purple (055), Violet (073), Blue (079), Saffron (059), Rose (072), Natural (058) ■ A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook TENSION Rounds 1-3 measure 9cm (3½in) in diameter MEASUREMENTS Collar measures 44cm (17¾in) long around neck ABBREVIATIONS popcorn Work 5tr in same st/sp, remove live loop from hook, insert hook in top of first tr, place loop on hook and pull through st picot Ch2, ss in second ch from hook For a full list, see page 88 COLLAR MINI MOTIFS (MAKE 6) Using any colour, make a magic…

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PEAS IN A POD

YOU WILL NEED ■ Scheepjes Catona (100% cotton, 50g/125m) 2 balls of each: Lime (512) Forest Green (412) ■ A 2.5mm (US B/1 or C/2) hook ■ A pipe cleaner, 30cm ■ Toy filling ■ 6 safety eyes, 10mm ■ Black stranded cotton ■ A red pencil (optional) For yarn stockists contact Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com/en TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Peas in a Pod measure approx 30x12cm (11¾x4¾in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 88 Whether you’re a vegetable fan or not, you’re sure to get one of your five a day with this fun project. Get your hooks and grow your own! NOTES Pattern is worked using the amigurumi method, working in a continuous spiral without closing off each round…

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String of pearls

YOU WILL NEED ■ DMC Perle Cotton No. 12 (100% cotton, 10g/126m) 1 ball of White ■ A 1.75mm (US 5 steel) hook ■ A shirt For yarn stockists contact DMC 01924 231669 www.dmc.com TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Can be worked on shirt of any size ABBREVIATIONS cluster (Yrh, insert hook in st, yrh and pull up a loop, yrh and pull through 2 loops) 7 times, yrh and pull through all loops on hook, ch1 to secure For a full list, see page 88 For 10% OFF at www.woolwarehouse.co.uk use the code SC133 at the checkout Code cannot be applied to certain products such as yarn packs, sale items, gift vouchers, KC Collection and Lopi products. Upcycle a favourite top…

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Catch the sun

YOU WILL NEED ■ Scheepjes Colour Crafter (100% acrylic, 100g/300m) 2 balls of Yarn D Weert (1001) 1 ball of each: Yarn A Eindhoven (1114) Yarn B Leek (1132) Yarn C Tiel (1023) ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ■ 2 cushion pads, 40x40cm For yarn stockists contact Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com/en TENSION 13 sts and 7 rows measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over treble crochet using a 4mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension MEASUREMENTS Cushion measures 40x40cm (15¾x15¾in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 88 Warm up your sofa with a delightfully modern set of cushions. Each looks lovely on its own, but together they really shine! NOTES Cushion is made up of 2 Panels. Each Panel begins with a Quarter Circle. The remainder is worked in rows off…

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KNOT BAD AT ALL

When it comes to crochet, US designer Britt Garber not only pushes boundaries, she breaks them down too. As well as creating her own designs, Britt is the founder of the Makers of Color Collective, which she started in 2019 as a platform to help more ethnically diverse makers sell patterns, yarn and accessories, as well as widen their presence in the fibre industry. When Britt was beginning her own crochet journey, one designer in particular caught her eye. “One of the reasons that I continued to crochet was because I found Toni Lipsey of TL Yarn Crafts,” she says. “It was great to see darker hands in videos and tutorials – I thought, ‘Oh wow, there are people in the industry who look like me!’ I didn’t see very…

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Animal throws

Win a digital copy of the next Simply Crochet issue! Enter by voting for your favourite on Instagram #hooktohook @simplycrochetmag Silvia Tusarova “I was very excited to take part in this Hook to Hook challenge. I felt honoured to be asked. I love to design simple but unique projects like this one. The idea for this owl-themed animal blanket came from my kids, and they helped to make it more unique by suggesting we add two large pockets. The Yarnsmiths Create DK yarn was lovely, too.” Check out Silvia on Instagram at @uniquestitchdesigns or on YouTube at Unique stitch designs. Katy Mitchell “When I first saw these colours, I instantly thought about cats! Our feline friends come in a variety of colours, and I thought this striking teal made a…

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MIRROR IMAGE

Dolls are all about imagination, about creating the world you want to inhabit. Children do this through play, but adults can do it too – through making. Though major toy companies have recently re-imagined classic dolls in more diverse and inclusive ways, there’s still a long way to go. That’s where crochet comes in – more specifically, Black crochet artists who create dolls with a wide range of skin tones, hair textures and more. In short, they use their imaginations to envision a world where every child can play with, and feel represented by, a doll that looks like them. COLETTA PETERSON One of these professionals is Coletta Peterson, creator of A Touch of BLU designs. The designer/maker creates adorable dolls and loveys, mostly with black or brown skin tones…

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Peak performance

YOU WILL NEED ■ Paintbox Wool Mix Super Chunky (50% wool, 50% acrylic, 100g/55m) 5 balls of Yarn A Storm Grey (904) 1 ball of each: Yarn B Blush Pink (953) Yarn C Vintage Pink (955) Yarn D Washed Teal (932) Yarn E Slate Green (926) ■ An 8mm (US L/11) hook ■ Lining fabric, 50x70cm ■ Felt fabric, 40x50cm ■ 2 sew-on bag handles, 57cm For yarn stockists contact LoveCrafts 01409 404010 www.lovecrafts.com TENSION 9 dc and 10 rows measure 10x10cm (4x4in) after blocking using an 8mm crochet hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension MEASUREMENTS Bag measures approx 46x32cm (18x12½in) excluding handles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 88 Stitch a multi-coloured mountain range over the top of a double-crochet bag to create an accessory worthy…

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Castle View Yarns

After seeing a friend’s ‘dye your own yarn’ kit after attending a yarn show, Jen Naulls knew she had to give it a go. “I had always been a crafter in various forms for many years, and always enjoyed trying a new craft – that’s still the case now,” she says. Soon, she had more yarn than she knew what to do with, so she decided to start selling them. Thus, Castle View Yarns was created. BROUGHT TO HEAL Dyeing yarns quickly became more than just a hobby for Jen. “At the time, I was going through a period of troubling mental health and navigating some major life changes,” she explains. “But the simple action of putting colour onto yarn was hugely therapeutic for me. Watching the colours dance and…

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Baby yarns

TEDDY BEAR FACE MOTIF Ch7 ROW 1 Dc in second ch from hook, 3dc in next ch, dc in next 2 ch, 3dc in next ch, dc in last ch, turn. [10 sts] ROW 2 Ch1 (does not count as st throughout), dc in first 2 sts, 3dc in next st, dc in next 4 sts, 3dc in next st, dc in last 2 sts, turn. [14 sts] ROWS 3-7 Ch1, dc in each st to end, turn. ROWS 8-13 Ch1, dc2tog, dc to last 2 sts, dc2tog, turn. [2 sts at end of Row 13] FASTEN OFF and weave in ends. PAINT BOX CHENILLE WEIGHT Chunky CONTENT 100% polyester BALL 100g/120m HOOK 6mm RRP £4.50 Just think of the snuggly blankets, pillows, playmats and toys you could hook up…

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HOW CAN I FIX GAPS AFTER TURNING CHAINS?

Turning chains can be a real headache in crochet. First you need to understand their basic function: to get the hook up to the right height to start making a new row of stitches. Then you have to remember that turning chains are different lengths for different stitches (although some patterns use more or fewer chains). And you need to check whether the turning chain counts as the first stitch – with most stitches it does, except double crochet, but not always. Then there’s the appearance of turning chains. They look very different to the standard stitches they sit next to. And they can create a larger gap in the fabric than the gaps between the standard stitches. And the edges of the fabric can look a bit wavy rather…

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Crochet essentials

HOLDING THE HOOK Try these methods and see which works best PENCIL METHOD Hold the hook like a pencil, in your right hand (if you’re right-handed), about 3-5cm from the hooked end. If your hook has a flat area, you’ll find it comfortable to hold it here. KNIFE METHOD Hold the hook between your thumb and forefinger, about 3-5cm from the hooked end, resting the end of the hook against your palm. This will give you lots of control. HOLDING THE YARN Even tension results in even stitches METHOD ONE Pass the ball end of the yarn between the little finger and third fingers of your left hand (if you are right-handed), then behind the third and middle fingers, over your index finger. METHOD TWO Loop the ball end of…

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MISSED AN ISSUE?

Issue 132 Fall in love with colour and texture in our February issue! Inside, you’ll find stained glass-themed homewares, a wiggly yellow scarf, a deep ruby jumper and more. Make fluffy cushions, a ‘sheepskin’ rug, a cosy hoodie and a lovely bobbly bag, and learn all about how to work with fuzzy yarns. RETURN TO THE APP TO BUY YOUR BACK ISSUES All issues of Simply Crochet are available as digital editions, ready to read whenever you want. Every purchase is permanently stored in your magazine library. Once your magazine has downloaded, an internet connection is not required, so you can take your magazine with you wherever you go. EVERY ISSUE IS AVAILABLE DIGITALLY, STARTING FROM ISSUE ONE! ISSUE 131 Unisex style collection, peacock jumper, ami’ orca, mohair scarf, baby…

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BOX OF SWEETS

YOU WILL NEED ■ Scheepjes Terazzo (70% recycled wool, 30% recycled viscose, 50g/175m) Yarn A Sassolino (712) Yarn B Bolle (736) Yarn C Prosecco (744) Yarn D Pergamena (745) See table for measurements and yarn quantities ■ A 4.5mm (US 7) hook ■ A 5mm (US H/8) hook For yarn stockists contact Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com/en TENSION Rounds 1-4 measures 11x11cm (4¼x4¼in) using 5mm hook Tension is not critical as you can make the jumper to the measurements you choose, but variations in tension may affect the yarn quantities required ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 88 in Simply Crochet magazine What’s more relaxing and satisfying to make than a classic granny square? Why, gigantic granny squares that transform into an ultra-wearable jumper, of course! Make one as a gift for…

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His Majesty’s secret stitchers

SWEET SWIRL For her mother’s birthday, Elsharah Hebbard created something truly special – a yarn cake that looked just like her mother’s favourite Scheepjes whirl! “The ‘yarn’ was made by using a clay extruder tool to create thin strands of fondant, which were then twisted together and arranged in a spiral around the cake,” says Elsharah. “The hardest part was probably matching the colours to the whirl!” New elease Soft touch Made from a mixture of cotton, viscose and linen, King Cole’s brand-new Linendale DK is an ideal yarn for creating tops, cardigans and jumpers with beautiful drape. The colour range is an Instagram-ready contemporary collection of ten pastel, neutral and deep tones. The shades all complement each other, which makes it easy to mix and match colour options in…

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Pack a ponch

YOU WILL NEED ■ Stylecraft Charm (85% acrylic, 10% wool, 5% mohair, 200g/1084m) 2 balls of Deep Water (3627) ■ A 4.5mm (US 7) hook ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook For yarn stockists contact Stylecraft 01484 848435 www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk TENSION 15 sts and 9 rows measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over pattern using a 4.5mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 88 For 10% OFF at www.blacksheepwools.com use the code CH133 at the checkout Offer ends 10 April 2023 Width a: 66 (78: 90: 100)cm 26 (30¾: 35½: 39½)in Length b: 60 (60: 65: 65)cm 23¾ (23¾: 25½: 25½)in Who said garments are complicated? This beginner-friendly project is made from two simple panels that are sewn together. You don’t even have to worry…

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SIMPLE STEPS HOW TO EMBROIDER FACIAL FEATURES

1 Thread the chosen yarn colour onto a tapestry needle. Insert the needle from the back of the head through to where you want to place the facial feature. In this example we are embroidering a mouth. 2 Embroider the desired shape. Here we have worked 2 small straight stitches to form a small v-shape. 3 Once you are happy, insert the needle back through to the back of the head, through the same space where you began in Step 1. 4 Make sure that the 2 strands of yarn are protruding from the same space. Make a small knot with the strands of yarn and weave them back into the head.…

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Off the grid

YOU WILL NEED ■ Rowan Felted Tweed (50% wool, 25% alpaca, 25% viscose, 50g/175m) 2 balls of Ancient (172) ■ Rowan Felted Tweed Colours by Kaffe Fassett (50% wool, 25% alpaca, 25% viscose, 50g/175m) 1 ball of Ripe (022) ■ A 5.5mm (US I/9) hook ■ A faux fur pompom For yarn stockists contact Rowan 01484 668200 www.knitrowan.com TENSION 12 sts and 17 rounds measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over pattern using a 5.5mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension MEASUREMENTS Cowl measures 55cm (21¾in) in circumference Hat measures 52cm (20½in) in circumference ABBREVIATIONS ex-wdc (extended waistcoat double crochet) Insert hook through centre of st below between the ‘legs’ (not through the top of the stitch), yrh and pull up a loop, yrh and pull through 1 loop, yrh and…

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SIMPLE STEPS HOW TO WORK A SLIP STITCH SEAM

1 First, make sure you fasten off, weave in ends and block pieces. Place pieces RS together. Insert hook into the first stitch on both pieces. Make a slip knot and place it onto the hook. 2 Pull the slip knot through both stitches to bring it to the front. Now insert hook into the second stitch of both layers and work a slip stitch. Work a slip stitch in the third stitches of both layers. 3 Continue working slip sts along the edge, as far as you need to. Fasten off, weave in ends, open out the seam and lightly press from the WS. 4 From the RS, the slip stitch seam forms an ‘invisible’ join (see above). It forms a firm, flat seam that doesn’t give much stretch.…

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Spring forward

YOU WILL NEED ■ Scheepjes Metropolis (75% Merino, 25% nylon, 50g/200m) 1 ball of each: Yarn A Lyon (078) Yarn B Monterrey (023) Yarn C Bangalore (052) Yarn D Montreal (059) Yarn E Taipai (006) Yarn F Istanbul (037) Yarn G Seoul (035) Yarn H Dallas (003) ■ A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook For yarn stockists contact Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com/en TENSION Rounds 1-7 of Palm Square measure 10x10cm (4x4in) in diameter MEASUREMENTS Wrist Warmers measures 22cm (8¾in) long and 20cm (8in) in circumference around palm ABBREVIATIONS pc Work 4tr in same st, remove live loop from hook, insert hook in top of first tr, place loop on hook and pull through, ch1 to close beg pc Ch2, work 3tr in same st, remove live loop from hook, insert hook…

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Simply Crochet|Issue 133

Dolly mixture

YOU WILL NEED ■ Stylecraft Special Aran (100% acrylic, 100g/196m) 2 balls of each: White (1001) Saffron (1081) Bluebell (1082) Fondant (1241) Aspen (1422) Wisteria (1432) ■ A 4.5mm (US 7) hook ■ A tassel maker For yarn stockists contact Stylecraft 01484 848435 www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Blanket measures 115x115cm (45¼x45in¼in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 88 Created using simple squares, this throw is a treat to look at and to use. Why not make it as thank you for an extra-sweet friend? NOTES Blanket is made up of 64 Squares, worked in 2 colourways. All Squares are worked in rows and joined together with a dc seam. BLANKET SQUARES (MAKE 64) Make 32 in each colourway.…

2 min.

Simply Crochet|Issue 133

Pastel perfect

YOU WILL NEED ■ Cascade Yarns Cascade 220 Fingering (100% wool, 50g/250m) 2 balls of each: Peony (1057) 1 ball each of: Lemon Yellow (4147) Dusty Turquoise (1031) Niagara Blue (1028) Lavendula (1023) ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Scarf measures approx 145x23cm (57x9in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 88 For 10% OFF at www.woolwarehouse.co.uk use the code SC133 at the checkout Code cannot be applied to certain products such as yarn packs, sale items, gift vouchers, KC Collection and Lopi products. With its densely packed stitches and pretty combinations of pastel shades, this cosy make is a true candy-coloured fantasy. NOTES The Scarf is made…

2 min.

Simply Crochet|Issue 133

Pride of place(mat)

YOU WILL NEED ■ Castle View Yarns Sock (75% superwash Merino, 25% nylon, 100g/425m) 1 skein of Blueberry Pie ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook For yarn stockists contact www.castleviewyarns.com TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Placemat measures 21cm (8¼ in) in diameter Coaster measures 9.5cm (3¾in) in diameter ABBREVIATIONS v-st (Tr, ch1, tr) in st/sp indicated For a full list, see page 88 Frilly and frothy in all the right ways, these placemats and coasters look effortlessly feminine when hooked in a many-hued yarn. NOTES Placemats and Coasters are worked with 2 strands of yarn held together as one throughout. You will need to wind the skein into 2 separate balls. TABLE SET PLACEMATS (MAKE 2) Ch4, ss in first ch…

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Simply Crochet|Issue 133

Show us yours

CALENDAR CUTENESS Anna Dobbie, aka @feltcutecrafting, has made her way around the world – or, should we say, around the year – by hooking up every animal in our endangered animal calendar from issue 117. We love seeing the Karner Blue Butterfly rub wings with the baby Malayan Tapir. Super cute! TIME FOR TALAVERA Sarah Hannah fell in love with using new techniques after hooking up our Talavera CAL, which spanned over seven issues. Using bright and bold colours, her super-neat work inspired her to create more projects like this one. We’re so glad that this beautiful blanket showed Sarah a whole new world of crochet creativity! MOTIF MAD As we often say, a square a day keeps the winter blues away! This granny square jumper from issue 127 was…

5 min.

Simply Crochet|Issue 133

Make toys you’ll love

WE LOVE CRAFT ON SALE NOW! JUST £10.99* inc free UK P&P WHAT'S INSIDE! ♥ 40 step-by-step projects for gorgeous & imaginative toys ♥ Designs to suit all tastes & levels ♥ Sewing, stuffing & stitching workshop ORDER YOUR COPY TODAY! ORDER ONLINE www.buysubscriptions.com/HandmadeToys2023 OR CALL 03330 162 138+ AND QUOTE ‘Handmade Toys 2023 Print 1’ +UK calls will cost the same as other standard fixed line numbers (starting 01 or 02) and are included as part of any inclusive or free minutes allowances (if offered by your phone tariff). Lines open weekdays 9am to 5pm. Overseas please call +44 (0)1604 973 746. Price. EUR price £12.49, ROW price £13.49. All prices include P&P. Please allow up to 28 days for delivery. Offer subject to availability.…

1 min.

Simply Crochet|Issue 133

nature’s home

Facebook: Chris made this Followers: 13k Instagram: @chris.made.this Followers: 75k IF YOU LIKE… colourful, floral and creative flatlays, you’ll enjoy Chris’ account. She posts a variety of other projects, too! #botanicaldreamland IF YOU WANNA… get inspired and try new and creative ways of using crochet, good news – that’s exactly what Chris is here to do! #learntomakeacrochetcollage IF YOU LOVE… the relaxing, positive side of crochet, Chris’ creations will inspire you to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. #comesitawhile IF YOU NEED… to learn crochet but haven’t yet, be like Chris – she taught herself the basic stitches using a library book! #everyonestartssomewhere IF YOU ARE… inspired by gardens, you and Chris will get along just fine! Her new book is called Crochet Collage Garden. #inspiredbyflowers #bloomsandstitches IF…

1 min.

Simply Crochet|Issue 133

edits

Sometimes the only thing you need to make a beautiful garment is a simple crochet shape! Try a jacket made from a couple of hexagons, a poncho formed from rectangles, a jumper created using squares or a waistcoat constructed from a single circle. They’re perfect options for crocheters who want to dip their hooks into the garment-making world. Or for any crocheter, really – after all, these clothes look fabulous by anybody’s standards! Treat yourself to your favourite design, or hook one for a stylish friend. Remember, you can purchase the yarn needed, or find your nearest stockist, when you visit www.scheepjes.com – happy hooking! IN ASSOCIATION WITH…

1 min.

Simply Crochet|Issue 133

Secret shapes

YOU WILL NEED ■ Scheepjes Terrazzo (70% recycled wool, 30% recycled viscose, 50g/175m) Yarn A Milennio (731) Yarn B Pergamena (745) Yarn C Asparago (758) Yarn D Lampone (721) Yarn E Limone (702) See table for measurements and yarn quantities ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ■ A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook For yarn stockists contact Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com/en TENSION 6 rounds measure 10cm (4in) in diameter using a 4mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 88 of Simply Crochet magazine With its chunky floral trim and dotted blue body and sleeves, this jacket feels like a folk artist’s dream come true. But it’s no fantasy – the project is ingeniously constructed using two hexagons sewn together to create a loose yet…

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