Indholdsfortegnelse for Issue 168 i Simply Crochet

Let’s get festive, folks! Whether you go all out or keep it subtle, we’ve got heaps of cosy makes for you this winter. Curl up with an intricate cable blanket (page 55), accessorise with a vibrant cowl (page 41) or channel your inner rebel with some mismatched legwarmers – turn to page 65 for the pattern. We’re confident you’ll find something you love in our Plaid Tidings collection, too – there’s a table runner, cushion cuddly reindeer and more on pages 14 through to 25. Share your makes on Instagram with the hashtag #sctreblemaker, or on our Facebook group, Simply Crochet SCtreblemakers. We always love to see them!…

PLAID THROW With the days getting shorter and nights colder, stitch Joanne Smith’s toasty throw and save on your heating bills as you hook ■ Caron Simply Soft (100% acrylic, 170.1g/288m), 2 balls of each: Pagoda (0014), Plum Perfect (9761), 1 ball of Feathered Gray (9794), Caron Simply Soft Party (99% acrylic, 1% metallic; 85g/150m), 3 balls of Fuchsia Sparkle (0002) ■ A 5mm (US H/8) hook ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Throw measures approx 82x131cm (32¼x51½in) ABBREVIATIONS picot Dc in next st, ch4, ss in top of dc For a full list, see page 78 NOTES Throw is worked in rows. There is a Chart on page 80, which you will need to refer…

EASY PEASY DK WEIGHT 3.5MM HOOK YOU WILL NEED ■ Rowan Cotton Glacé (100% cotton, 50g/115m) 2 balls of each: Yarn A Bleached (726) Yarn B Dawn Grey (831) Yarn C Midnight (868) Yarn D Twilight (829) 1 ball of Yarn E Winsor (849) ■ Small amounts of scrap cotton yarns in any green, brown and orange shades ■ A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook ■ A darning needle ■ A cushion pad, 40x40cm For yarn stockists contact www.knitrowan.com TENSION 22 sts and 29 rows measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over double crochet using a 3.5mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension MEASUREMENTS Cushion measures approx 40x40cm (15¾x15¾in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 78 Double crochet, double-sided – and double the fun! Grab your sewing kit when it’s time…

GO PRO DK WEIGHT 4MM HOOK YOU WILL NEED ■ West Yorkshire Spinners Bo Peep DK (52% wool, 48% nylon, 50g/112m) Tooth Fairy (011) Fire Engine (1065) See table for measurements and yarn quantities ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ■ 5 buttons, 12mm ■ Stitch markers For yarn stockists contact WY Spinners 01535 664500 www.wyspinners.com TENSION 18 sts and 13 rows measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over half herringbone treble crochet using a 4mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension ABBREVIATIONS HHtr (half herringbone treble crochet) Yrh, insert hook in st, yrh and pull up a loop, pull loop through first loop on hook, yrh and pull through rem 2 loops For a full list, see page 78 Traditional Fair Isle uses just two colours per row, letting cute…

SCAN ME Learn more online! 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…

ISSUE 167 Our cover star is a stunning Bauhaus-inspired tie-front cardigan, made with soft Merino wool. Celebrate natural opulence and craftsmanship with our William Morris collection, stitched in West Yorkshire Spinners’ new Morris range. You’ll find patterns for an autumn jacket and mitred square bag cushion. Plus, you can read about King Cole’s 90-year journey in our latest feature! SEE OUR BACK ISSUE PROJECTS IN DETAIL ON RAVELRY BIT.LY/RAVSIMPLYC 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…

I'm a convert to granny squares now I'm a granny PAT STRONG Crochet is still Pat’s go-to for a bit of calm reflection. Her latest fascination is upscaling vintage stitch patterns. Turn to page 47 to make her reversible holiday cushion. “Every great dream starts with one step” JOANNE SMITH Joanne is a designer with a passion for designing vibrant, abstract and joy filled crochet patterns that break away from the mainstream. Find her plaid throw on page 20. “I love that “I there find crochet is always more to learn very ther a peutic” with crochet” JULIA MADILL Julia Madill is a pattern designer, tech editor, stylist and author. She lives in Toronto with her partner, two daughters, a cat named Pickles and a whole lot of yarn. See…

A BIT TRICKY DK WEIGHT 4MM HOOK YOU WILL NEED ■ Yarnsmiths Snugglesoft DK (70% acrylic, 30% nylon, 50g/130m) Yarn A Biscuit (3A064) Yarn B Golden Sun (3A142) Yarn C Pumpkin (3A120) Yarn D Teddy Bear (3A070) Yarn E Spring Meadow (3A186) Yarn F Duck Egg (3A256) Yarn G Teal Mist (3A228) Yarn H Pink Velvet (3A376) Yarn I Cherry Blossom (3A380) See table for measurements and yarn quantities ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk TENSION Rounds 1-5 of Granny Square measure 10x10cm (4x4in) 5.5 patt reps and 9 rounds measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over granny stitch pattern using a 4mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 78 An off-centre twist on the…

EASY PEASY DK WEIGHT 4MM HOOK YOU WILL NEED ■ Stylecraft Special DK (100% acrylic, 100g/295m) 1 ball of each: Bright Pink (1435) Proper Purple (1855) Empire (1829) Magenta (1084) ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook For yarn stockists contact Stylecraft 01484 848435 www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk TENSION Tension is not critical for this project MEASUREMENTS Cowl measures approx 80x20cm (31½x8in) before seaming ABBREVIATIONS spiked tr Yrh, insert hook into ch-1 sp 2 rows below, yrh and pull up to height of current row, yrh and pull through 2 loops on hook, yrh and pull through all loops on hook For a full list, see page 78 Spiked trebles are easier than you might think, and take your crochet skills to new heights – quite literally! NOTES Cowl is worked in rows in…

GO PRO ARAN WEIGHT 5MM HOOK YOU WILL NEED ■ Cascade Woolpaka (60% wool, 40% alpaca, 100g/200m) 8 skeins of Natural Silver (02) ■ A 5mm (US H/8) hook ■ 2 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 Blanket measures approx 85x140cm (33½x55in) ABBREVIATIONS FPdtr2tog Yrh twice, insert hook around post of both sts, yrh and pull up a loop, (yrh and pull through 2 loops) 3 times FPdtr3tog Yrh twice, insert hook around post of three sts, yrh and pull up a loop, (yrh and pull through 2 loops) 3 times bobble *Yrh twice, insert hook in st indicated, yrh and pull up a loop, (yrh and pull through 2 loops)…

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across to end of the row approx approximate(ly) beg beginning bl insert hook under back loop only BP Back Post: work st indicated, inserting hook around post of st from back to front to back and not in top of st ch(s) chain/chain stitch(es) ch-refers to ch made previously, eg. ch-3 ch-sp(s) chain space(s) cl(s) clusters cont continue dc double crochet dc2tog (insert hook in next st, yrh & draw a loop through) twice, yrh & draw through all 3 loops on hook dec decrease dtr double treble crochet dtr2tog work 2dtr together fdc foundation dc fl insert hook under front loop only foll/folls following/follows FP Front Post: As BP, inserting hook around post from front to back to front ftr foundation tr htr half treble htr2tog work 2htr together in next sts to…

COME AND JOIN US ONLINE facebook.com/simplycrochetmag twitter.com/SimplyCrochet_ pinterest.com/simplycrochetmag instagram.com/simplycrochetmag ravelry.com/groups/simply-crochet youtube.com/simplycrochetmag Are you a crochet monster? I know I am! This year, we’ve teamed up with Freddy Goat to bring you 12 scarily adorable monster dolls for our 2026 calendar. Each character reflects a different season, event or tradition associated with their month, from fitness fanatic Wakala the Salad Eater in January, to December’s Twitchell the Present Snatcher. You can give them your own names, genders and personalities, of course – that’s the beauty of handmade! Make each monster to ring in a new month, stitch them as birthday or Christmas gifts, or simply pick your favourite. They’re all unique but many use the same techniques, so you’ll soon get the hang of it! Once you’ve finished your monsters, we’d…

Ready for your next crochet adventure? Sir Toftalot is a loyal, honourable knight brought to you by TOFT, stitched in luxury wool – you choose the colours! Designed by Kerry Lord, this sweet little doll is the ideal project for experienced crocheters and makes a lovely gift for history lovers and fantasy fanatics. Order your yarn bundle from www.toftuk.com for £74 and get stitching from your downloadable pattern. Need extras? TOFT also stocks crochet hooks, toy stuffing and wool needles. WHAT’S IN THE SHOP? STOCKING THRILLERS! From the polar bear’s tubbiness to the fuzzy pompom atop the Christmas tree, there’s not one element of this amigurumi trio we can’t help but smile at. We reckon they’re just the thing for hanging on this year’s fir – either that, or wrapping…

A BIT TRICKY DK WEIGHT 3MM HOOK YOU WILL NEED ■ Scheepjes Softfun (60% cotton, 40% acrylic, 50g/140m) 1 ball of each: Tortilla (2632) Tawny (2633) Snow (2412) Tangerine (2427) ■ A small amount of any DK yarn in pink, brown and lime ■ A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook ■ Toy stuffing ■ 2 safety eyes, 10mm ■ Black stranded cotton ■ Stitch marker ■ Cardboard, 10x10cm ■ Pipe cleaner For yarn stockists contact Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com/en TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Latte measures 18cm (7in) tall ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 78 We can almost feel the sugar rush in these stitches! Whip up a treat for the caffeine lover in your life (yes, even if that’s…

EASY PEASY ARAN WEIGHT 5MM 5.5MM YOU WILL NEED ■ Rowan Pure Wool Superwash Worsted (100% wool, 100g/200m) Mallard (144) See table for measurements and yarn quantities ■ A 5.5mm (US I/9) hook ■ A 5mm (US H/8) hook For yarn stockists contact Rowan 01924 371501 www.knitrowan.com TENSION 13 sts and 7 rows measures 10x10cm (4x4in) over half treble crochet worked in the back loop using a 5.5mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 78 This beginner-friendly garment is the ideal project if you know your basic stitches. Layer over long sleeves for a cosy, stylish look. NOTES Wraparound Top is worked in rows throughout. The central section is worked first. Sleeves are worked off each end of the Top. Cuffs…

A BIT TRICKY LACE WEIGHT 1MM HOOK YOU WILL NEED ■ Any lace-weight cotton yarn in white ■ A 1mm (US 12/6) hook ■ 4 beadable earring hoops, 40mm ■ 4 fishhook-style earring hoops ■ 4 jump rings, 3mm ■ Needle-nose pliers ■ Spray laundry starch or white glue ■ A stitch marker TENSION Rounds 1-2 of both designs to measure 4cm (1½in) using a 1mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension MEASUREMENTS Snowflakes measures 4cm (1½in) in diameter ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 78 No two snowflakes are the same – and the same goes for crochet. Everything we make is infused with something different and unique! NOTES Snowflakes are worked in rounds with RS facing throughout. SNOWFLAKE EARRINGS SNOWFLAKE A (MAKE 2) Make a…

EASY PEASY DK WEIGHT 3.5MM 4MM YOU WILL NEED ■ Yarnsmiths Merino DK Superwash (100% wool, 50g/110m) 2 balls of each: Stone Grey (3015) Anthracite Grey (3002) ■ A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ■ A stitch marker For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk TENSION 18.5 sts and 10 rows measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over treble crochet using a 4mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension MEASUREMENTS Legwarmers measure approx 25cm (10in) in circumference around top ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 78 Not ready to give up your mini skirt this winter? These cosy legwarmers will let you strut the streets with style. NOTES Legwarmers are worked in rows from the top down. They are seamed together across the…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Ricorumi DK (100% cotton, 25g/57.5m), 3 balls of each: Light Green (046), Turquoise (039), Purple (020), 2 balls of each: Light Blue (033), White (001), Tangerine (026), Lilac (017), Ice Green (037), Saffron (063), Apricot (070), 1 ball of each: Fuchsia (014), Berry (015), Pistachio (047), Olive (048), Orchid (016), Chocolate (057), Red (028), Yellow (006), Green (049), Blue (032), Rose (008), Teal (040), Lavender (072), Smokey Orange (024), Emerald (042), Nougat (056), Wine Red (029), Fir Green (050), Black (060) ■ Ricorumi Neon DK (100% acrylic, 25g/60m), 1 ball of each: Fuchsia (002), Orange (001), Green (003) ■ Ricorumi Nilli Nilli DK (100% polyester, 25g/65m), 2 balls of Cream (002), 1 ball of each: Olive (020), Blue (013), Berry (010), Purple (012) ■ Ricorumi Twinkly…

We are Tere and Kath, the two-woman crochet design team behind Freddy Goat. Tere is the driving force behind our pattern layouts, while Kath is the primary pattern writer. We blend our love of illustration, literature, graphic design and all things kawaii to create amigurumi patterns that are a little bit off the beaten path – as you may have noticed! Between the two of us, we have many years of crochet experience and a deep appreciation for storytelling in all forms. Our creative influences range from picture books and puppetry to vintage toys, childhood candies, anime and pop culture through the ages. We love anything with personality, texture, colour or a good dose of weirdness. Whether you're celebrating the seasons or just love a good giggle, there’s a monster…