Indholdsfortegnelse for November 2019 i Mollie Magazine

STRAIGHT OUTTA BRIXTON AND INTO YOUR WARDROBE. Think of this punchy geo scarf as the espresso shot that’ll jolt your jeans-and-jumper combo into colour pop statement territory. And it’s a creative collab, too – Brit knitmongers Miss Pompom teamed up with artist and printmaker Katrina Russell Adams to share this vegan-friendly winter essential with the world. www.misspompom.com BOOKMARK GROW YOUR STASH Yarn stalwarts Wool Warehouse have added a new string to their bow and it’s good news for stitchers everywhere – you can now shop all things needlecraft on their site. This In Bloom kit by Wool and the Gang is straight in the basket, plus there are patterns, tools, threads and fabrics galore for embroidery, cross stitch and needle punching. www.woolwarehouse.co.uk FANCY BEES: the interiors micro trend carrying a…

01 Display everyday inspiration in the form of Frida Kahlo. This colourful print is a modern take on the creative icon’s image, but we just know she’d love those earrings. www.mdoyleIllustration. etsy.com 02 Sometimes, a well-placed curve is all that’s needed to ignite passion. Case in point, this beautifully shaped dusky blush chair that you’ll want to spend more time swooning over than sitting on. www.westelm.co.uk 03 Paying homage to Eastern kilim tapestry rugs, Ferm Living’s geo beauty is woven with hand-dyed yarns on a traditional Punja loom. Statement homewares with a back story? We’re all ears. www.fermliving.com 04 The best kind of abstract print is the one that’s always looking out for you. Hang this maximum impact artwork as part of a gallery wall and watch its steely eye…

HOW TO MAKE POLYMER CLAY DECORATIONS MATERIALS ■ Polymer clay in red, brown, white, copper, light green, dark green and black (we used FIMO in Ruby Quartz, Cognac, Translucent White, Pearl Rose Gold, Leaf Green, Jade Green and Black) ■ Fine glitter in red and bronze ■ Three eye pins ■ Baking tray ■ Baking parchment ■ Bakers’ twine ■ Craft knife Bored of baubles? Putting a twist on tradition, these DIY decs tap into our most favourite pastime ever – snacking. Finished with a generous sprinkling of glitter, they have the power to transform your tree in the most gloriously garish way. If you can’t go kitsch at Christmas, when can you? Whether you’re handy with polymer clay or it’s become a stranger since your school days, these are…

HOW TO MAKE A BUCKET BAG MATERIALS ■ Small unlined canvas rug or 50cm (19¾") heavy-weight canvas fabric ■ 50cm (19¾") quilting-weight cotton fabric ■ 1m (39 3/8") webbing, 2cm (¾") wide ■ Two balls of yarn (we used a DK-weight cotton yarn) ■ Matching sewing thread ■ Pom pom maker, 4.5cm (1¾") ■ Eyelet kit with 10 eyelets ■ Hammer If you’re looking for a gentle intro to sewing, drawstring bags are one of those deceptively easy makes that’ll boost your crafting confidence. They’re simple to make, yet sure to impress pals, especially if you whip yours up in this on trend colour combo. Anna’s version was made by upcycling a polka dot print canvas rug, but any heavy-weight canvas fabric will do. This style of bag is basically…

“Knitting’s how I show love to my family & friends” THIS MONTH I’M LOVING... Planning: Festive knits. I’ve had a tradition of knitting the sweaters we wear for our holiday photo every year. Eating: Chilli – it’s autumn and I’m all about cooking warming comfort foods. Thinking about: The New York Sheep and Wool Festival. It’ll be my first time and I’m excited to see my yarn buddies in person. After first delving into knitting in 2011, I made my first sweater in 2014. Sweater knitting literally had me hooked. Knitting’s my joy – it’s how I show love to my family and friends, it calms me at the end of a hectic day, and it fills me with happiness when I finish a project. So much so that I…

HOW TO MAKE A SEQUINNED JUMPER MATERIALS ■ Plain sweatshirt ■ 50 x 50cm (19¾ x 19¾") white felt ■ Sewing thread in orange, green and white ■ Erasable fabric marker ■ Flat orange sequins, 1cm ( 1/8") (ours were from www.josyrose.com) ■ Flat orange sequins, 0.8cm ( 2/8") ■ Cupped orange sequins, 0.8cm ( 2/8") ■ Cupped orange sequins, 0.6cm (¼") ■ Cupped orange sequins, 0.5cm (¼") ■ Flat green sequins, 0.8cm ( 2/8") ■ Flat green sequins, 0.5cm (¼") ■ Paintbrush Adding sparkle into your wardrobe rotation is practically a necessity for the festive season, but that doesn’t have to limit you to a glitter-emblazoned Rudolph sweater. Subtle sequins and a zesty design team up here, creating an updated holiday piece that can easily be thrown on to…

Based in Stoke Newington, The Restoration is the one-stop homewares shop you need to recreate a maximalist style that’s all your own. Browse both modern and traditional under one roof, with everything from antique clocks to modern art, and wave goodbye to early morning car boot sales. www.the-restoration.com…

HOW TO MAKE A PATCHWORK TABLE RUNNER MATERIALS ■ 100 x 110cm (39 3/8 x 43") cream linen fabric ■ Large potato ■ Two pomegranates ■ Guar gum ■ Ferrous sulphate (ours was from www. wildcolours.co.uk) ■ Small paintbrush ■ Saucepan with lid ■ Marker pen ■ White thread Need a quick way to fancy up your table for the new season? This patchwork and print make is super easy and sustainable too, using plant-based dyes to update natural linen fabric. Keep in mind when creating your design that less is sometimes more – try to avoid patterns that are too detailed, as they’ll be tricky to cut out, and won’t always have the same impact when printed. 01 To make the dye for printing, place the skins of two…

How to make a Halloween garland If you’ve got crafty kids, or just ones that like to get messy, Hobbycraft is your new best friend. From eerie inspiration for some half-term makes at home to a day out that won’t frighten your finances, there’s plenty to discover at Hobbycraft – both in-store and online. Hobbycraft is a one-stop-shop for all your Halloween and half-term craft supplies, with some exclusive kids’ deals to help you out. So, whether you’re looking for something your little ghosts or ghouls can create, or supplies for some monster makes, you’ll find it all at Hobbycraft. You will need: Craft essentials (available at Hobbycraft) - Scissors - Pencil - Ruler Hobbycraft supplies - Black yarn - White yarn - Orange yarn - Pom pom…

HOW TO MAKE AN EMBROIDERED CUSHION MATERIALS ■ Embroidery hoop, approx. 25cm (10") ■ Two pieces of fabric, 35.5 x 35.5cm (14 x 14") ■ Sharp tapestry needle ■ Yarns and threads in a variety of colours and weights ■ Erasable fabric marker ■ Polyester stuffing Abstract art doesn’t have to exist solely through paintings and prints. Using just a few basic embroidery techniques and a mélange of yarn, you can create your very own unique artisan piece that’ll add an extra creative element to your living area. Although we’ve provided a template, you can be as experimental as you want with the design – one of the best things about this project is the freedom it gives you to freestyle stitch the cushion of your dreams. When it comes…

Have a dream and follow it. How many of us are harbouring plans for an alternative life, patiently waiting for the right moment? That’s why it’s always inspiring to see others seizing their dreams and making them happen, reminding us that we can do it too. One such couple is John Arbon and Juliet Sensicle, who run John Arbon Textiles in Exmoor, North Devon, a picturesque corner of South West England. With John’s training in printing and textiles and a love of machinery, and Juliet’s former life in London, organising photo shoots and artwork design in the music industry, they have the just the right mix for a small, independent yarn mill with a cool, modern edge. The pair develop and make all their own yarns and fibre tops at…

“A friend once told me my house is like a Victorian explorer’s den.” Author and columnist Laura Jane Williams left London a year ago, relocating to a UNESCO world heritage site, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the Peak District. Now enjoying a welcome change from the hustle and bustle, particularly for a writer, her new surroundings are “soothing for the soul”. The move wasn’t all romance, however. “I rent a suburban 80s semi, so from the outside it wasn’t love at first sight, but seeing the big windows and the wooden floors, and agreeing with the landlord first that I could paint all the magnolia, white, I knew I could turn it into a bright, spacious home that I could work from.” Laura lives happily on her own…

HOW TO MAKE WOODEN CANDLE HOLDERS MATERIALS ■ Wooden toy blocks ■ Metal candle holder cups, 1.3cm ( 5/8") diameter ■ Candles ■ Fine sandpaper ■ Drill with 13mm wood drill bit ■ Clamp ■ Wood glue ■ Acrylic paint in your choice of colours ■ Paintbrush ■ Masking tape Creating serious Scandinavian-level décor doesn’t mean you can’t get a little playful with your DIY. Giving old toy blocks a new lease of life, this easy make requires very little in the way of materials – a good old charity shop rummage and a couple of tester paint pots are all that’s needed. Use yours to jazz up a mantelpiece, or even create a statement centrepiece for your festive tablescape. Experiment with mixing tall and short, or make asymmetrical stacks…

GETTING READY TO BRACE YOURSELF FOR THE ANNUAL SHOPPING FEST? TAKE OUR ADVICE AND SWITCH IT UP WITH A MORE CREATIVE APPROACH THIS CHRISTMAS We’ve all been there. As soon as the countdown to Christmas kicks in we start panic buying presents that are often discarded come Boxing Day. This festive season, why not break that high street habit and treat loved ones to something more meaningful and longer lasting? As crafters, we squeeze in as much time as we can for making, so think about treating your faves to some creative time as well, gifting them a unique experience rather than a physical present. Think craft workshops, classes, online courses, or – if you’re feeling generous – a creative retreat. MAKE TIME Experience gifts are growing in popularity as…

YOUR GIFT BY LINDSEY NEWNS MATERIALS ■ Your crochet kit TENSION Tension isn’t important, just aim for a finish that’s neat and tight ABBREVIATIONS (UK) ch chain st(s) stitch(es) dc double crochet htr half treble tr treble dtr double treble ss slip stitch FINISHED SIZE Large bauble approx. 7 x 6cm (2¾ x 2 3/8") Small bauble approx. 5.5 x 4.5cm (2¼ x 1 7/8") Instructions To make a magic ring, you’ll need to hold the yarn in your hand and wrap the working yarn around your forefinger twice to create a ring, slip the ring off your finger and insert the hook to pick up first st, ch1, then work the necessary sts for Round 1. Close the ring tightly by pulling the loose end. The baubles can be…