Indholdsfortegnelse for 81 i Simply Crochet

If you can’t stand the kitsch, best get out of the kitchen – we’re riding the retro vibe this issue with fun baking-themed makes (p14). From apron to oven mitt, it’s a timeless collection. Mother’s Day is fast approaching, too – if she’s not the baking sort (or even if she is) we have tons of other gifts you can hook for her – or go ahead, spoil yourself and your friends, aunts, grans, sisters… And if you like your crochet served with a side of whimsy, check out our appealing avocado cushion (p96). Practically as irresistible as the real thing, and so much comfier.…

UNICORNS, DRAGONS AND MORE FANTASY AMIGURUMI AMIGURUMI PATTERNS.NET  (£13.95, Meteoor Books ) Featuring 14 patterns from various authors all laid out in an easy-to-follow manner, this book brings a practical element to its fantastical designs, which include unicorns, mermaids and nymphs. CROCHETED WREATHS AND GARLANDS KATE EASTWOOD (£12.99, CICO Books) Author Kate proves that wreaths can work year-round with her collection of 35 patterns for every conceivable garland occasion, from a heart garland on Valentine’s Day, to an Easter hoop to welcome in spring – plus of course the classic Christmas wreath. CROCHET CATS MEGAN KREINER (£9.49, Thunder Bay Press) The ancient Egyptians would have loved this cat-patterns-only ebook, featuring 10 different projects for crochet-proficient feline fans. The 80-page book features both photos and illustrations to help guide…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Schachenmayr Catania Color (100% cotton, 50g/125m) 1 ball of Clown Color (82) ■ A 2.5mm (US B/1 or C/2) hook For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk TENSION 21 rows of i-cord measures 10cm (4in) MEASUREMENTS Each Lace measures 150cm (59in) in length ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 92 Go bright or bust with these jazzy laces! Multicoloured yarn maxes out the ombré fade for an on-trend trainer update. NOTES The Laces are worked using the i-cord technique. You will be removing loops from the hook and then replacing them one by one as you work. Keep a relaxed tension to prevent you losing sts. This i-cord is worked with 3 sts: at the end of each row you should…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Malabrigo Rios (100% wool, 100g/192m), 1 ball of Anniversario (005) ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ■ A 5mm (US H/8) hook ■ Faux fur pompom For yarn stockists contact Malabrigo +44 20 3514 1551 www.malabrigoyarn.com TENSION 16 sts over 13 rounds measure 10x10cm (4x4in) MEASUREMENTS Hat measures approx 58cm (23in) in circumference ABBREVIATIONS spiked dc Insert hook into st indicated, yrh and pull up a loop to the height of the current row of sts, yrh and pull through both loops on the hook For a full list, see page 92 Let your style sing out for spring with this luxurious bobble hat, quickly worked up in super-soft, machine washable wool. Just look at those amazing colours – choose their fave shades for…

KIT’ AND CAT Capture a serene moment between mother and kitten. Designed by Eleonora Tully. ■ Scheepjes Catona (100% mercerized cotton, 10g/25m), 1 ball of each: Yarn A Tyrian Purple (128), Yarn B Icy Pink (246), Yarn C Light Coral (264), Yarn D Lime Juice (392), Yarn E Cherry (413) ■ A 2.5mm (US B/1 or C/2) hook ■ A blank card, 15x21cm ■ Glue For yarn stockists, contact Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com/en TENSION Tension is not critical for this project MEASUREMENTS Flower measures 2.5cm (1in) Large Cat measures 8x4.5cm (3x13/4in) NOTES There are 26 Flower motifs that go around the outer edge of the Card. You can use any yarn to make the Flowers except Yarn A, which is used to make the Cats. FLOWER MOTIF (MAKE 26) Make…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Caron Simply Soft Aran (100% acrylic 170g/288m), 4 balls of Yarn A Dark Country Blue (9711), 2 balls of Yarn B Pagoda (0014), 1 ball of each: Yarn C Blue Mint (9608), Yarn D Sage (9705) ■ A 6mm (US J/10) hook ■ 65mm pompom maker For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk TENSION First 3 rounds of each Motif should measure 9cm (31/2in) in diameter MEASUREMENTS Finished Throw to measure 150x85cm (59x34in) ABBREVIATIONS etr (extended treble) Yrh, insert hook into next ch or st, yrh and draw up loop, yrh, draw hook through first loop on hook, (yrh, draw yarn through 2 loops on hook) twice For a full list, see page 92 Esme Crick’s throw is a fascinating mix of…

All the projects in our new Crochet Colour Class series are made using the Yarn and Colors Must-Have range, one of eight ranges the brand now carries. (We love the matching 10g Must-Have minis!) Owner Koen says, “With lots of love and care we have created a colour range of 100 different shades, forming the foundation of Yarn and Colors. All our ranges are based on this colour palette, creating a mix where colours can not only be easily combined, but the different yarns can be effortlessly mixed, too.”…

RAINBOW STYLIN’ @booksinmyhallway has a hat in her hand and we’re into it. This rainbow-banded beaut harks from issue 78 and has proven a fan fave. Now for the gloves! SPOT ON @therealkatewood has switched blues for greys out of issue 77’s jumper, and created this corker! We think it’s the best adaptation since the BBC’s Les Miserables . CHUNK ‘N’ SOUL We love how quick a chunky wool works up, and we’re not alone! Check out @waltons_woollies’ take on issue 79’s outsized hat, giant bobble and all! HEY MISTER Arms outstretched and asking for a cuddle, who could resist making issue 68’s Mr Blue? Not @crochetbyruby – and here is the stitch-perfect result!…

Welcome to our spring favourites amigurumi special! These little designs are absolutely brilliant for weekend makes, quick gifts or simply to hook up while you take some time for yourself. From the sweetest dress-up dolls to a special little blanket for baby complete with a bunny, there’s plenty of choice here. It’s hard to resist any of these cute little makes. Plus, hooking designs on such a small scale means you’ll be able to use up some of that stash, too! Feel free to adapt our patterns to your own colour choices, and do remember to tag us at #sctreblemaker so we can find your projects. We love to know what you’re making and it’s wonderful to see the way you bring your own ideas to life with variations on…

1 Start by inserting the hook under the top two 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 your completed dc2tog should look. You will have neatly decreased one stitch. On subsequent rows, you can simply work a stitch into the top of the dc2tog stitch as usual.…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Rico Essentials Cotton DK (100% cotton, 50g/130m) 1 ball of each: Yarn A Beige (91) Yarn B Jade Green (47) Yarn C White (80) Yarn D Lotus (57) Yarn E Fuchsia (14) Yarn F Gold (26) ■ A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook ■ White tulle fabric, 7x50cm ■ 2 safety eyes, approx 8mm diameter ■ 2 small buttons ■ Sewing pins ■ Brown seed beads ■ Tapestry needle ■ Stitch markers ■ Toy stuffing For yarn stockists contact Rico Design www.rico-design.co.uk TENSION Tension is not critical, but may affect yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Doll measures approx 27cm (10½in) tall ABBREVIATIONS reverse dc Work a dc in each st, moving in the opposite direction, so that if you are right-handed each st will…

HANNAH CROSS A Simply Crochet regular, when away from the mag Hannah writes about “crochet, life and tea” on her blog, HanJanCrochet.com. Crochet has always been a part of her life. JENNIFER SANTOS Jennifer has a huge sweet tooth and is a sucker for colourful stuff, and her designs reflect this with lots of rainbow things with happy faces. Her motto is, “everything gets better with sprinkles!”. SAMANTA FORNINO Hanging out on Insta as @followthecrochet, Italy-based Samanta enjoys designing cute baby things and home décor. Get a load of her characterful avocado cushion on page 96. IRENE STRANGE Crochet toy designer Irene seeks out cute and curious creatures to turn into new amigurumi projects, the more unusual the better! Find her fun-loving party pug on page 44. OTHER CONTRIBUTORS Kate…

PICK YOUR OWN For a yarn-loving mum, lovecrochet.com  offer ecards with values from £5-£200. The voucher can be spent on yarns, patterns, books, or accessories – it’s up to her! See www.lovecrochet.com. FLOWER POWER Annette Petavy’s free pattern for a flower brooch is just right. Hook up the three layers in cotton yarn, add a pin and present in a box. Go visit blog.annettepetavy.com . BUNNY LOVE Give Mum a cosy kit to crochet her own bunny! The Luxury Betsy Bunny Rabbit Beginner Kit by Weewoollywonderfuls on Etsy (£20) is the perfect gift for hookster newbies. HOOK HER UP If Mum loves to crochet, how about a personalised bamboo hook? Each hook is £8 and you choose the size and message. Visit etsy.com/shop/rockerycottage…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Scheepjes Woolly Whirl, (70% cotton, 30% wool, 220g/1000m) Bubble Lickcious (474) See table for measurements and yarn quantities ■ A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook ■ A 3.75mm (US F/5) hook ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook For yarn stockists contact Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com/en TENSION 23 sts and 12 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over treble crochet using a 3.5mm hook or size needed to obtain tension Length of the stitch pattern section is 42cm (16½in) on all sizes ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 92 Bust width a: 43.5 (46: 48.5: 51.5: 54: 56.5)cm, 17 (18: 19: 20¼: 21¼: 22¼)in Length b: 63 (64: 65: 66: 67: 67)cm, 25 (25¼: 25½: 25¾: 26¼: 26½)in Sleeve Length c: 42cm, 16½in Comfy cardi meets sophisticated extra…

1 Work to the point where you want the spike dc (we worked ch1 and 2 dc). 2 Work the next dc as a spike dc stitch: don’t insert your hook into the top of the next stitch or ch-sp, but into the st one row down from here (or further down, as instructed). 3 Work yrh and pull up a loop. Lengthen the loop to bring the st up to the height of the currnt row, making sure the fabric doesn’t pucker. 4 Complete the stitch as usual for a double crochet: yrh and pull through 2 loops.…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Stylecraft Life DK (100g/298m, 75% acrylic, 25% wool) Silver Nepp (2499) See table for measurements and yarn quantities ■ A 4.5mm (US 7) hook ■ A 6mm (US H/8) hook For yarn stockists contact Stylecraft 01484 848435 www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk TENSION 12 sts and 12 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) using a 6mm hook over half treble or size needed to achieve stated tension 14 sts and 13 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) using a 4.5mm hook over Sleeve cuff bobble pattern or size needed to achieve stated tension ABBREVIATIONS MB-5 Make Bobble by working tr5tog into the same stitch MB-7 Make Bobble by working tr7tog into the same stitch For a full list, see page 92 Bust width a: 55.5 (60.5: 65.5: 70.5) cm, 22…

Eleonora Tully “This challenge has been so fun, particularly as I love crocheting with Scheepjes Catona – the colours are just gorgeous! Mother’s Day can mean many things to many different people, so I wanted to create a card that captured the essence of a mother’s relationship. My own mother gave me the gift of crochet by providing endless inspiration throughout my childhood.“ You can find Eleonora and her seaside-inpired makes online at www.coastalcrochet.com , or follow her on Instagram @coastalcrochet. Heather Gibbs “What a fantastic challenge this was! I came up with a few ideas for the card, but in the end I chose butterflies because I really love them – in fact my husband and I have often joked about winning the lottery and setting…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Katia Merino 100% (100% Merino, 50g/102m) 2 balls of each: Jeans (58) Fuchsia (16) ■ A 4.5mm (US 7) hook For stockists contact Katia Yarns www.katia.com TENSION 16 sts over 5 rows to measures 10x10cm (4x4in) over BPtr st MEASUREMENTS Cowl measures approx. 90cm (351/2in) in circumference and 18cm (7in) high ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 92 Feel good, look fantastic in this playful two-tone cowl. Treble crocheted triangular shapes create a pretty ribbed-arrow pattern, while the super-soft Merino wool makes it feel extra special. Wrap it up. NOTES The Trigonometry Cowl is worked in reversible triangle pieces, which are then joined together to form a cowl. TRIANGLE (MAKE 2 IN EACH COLOUR) Make a magic loop. Row 1 (RS) Ch3 (counts…

A visitor to our home might think we had created a sanctuary for those on the run from Cruella De Vil (sans Dalmatians). For us, it wasn’t until we adopted our Border Collie Bertie, that we recognised the theme. For a house so completely bursting with colour, our furry companions – from dogs, cats and rabbits, to our Friesian dairy herd – were all a monochrome black, grey and white. Nature does monochrome so irresistibly well, grading boundless shades and tones from black through to white. A primal stormy sky heavy with an oyster palette, a shingle beach with time-worn pebbles, each one a slightly different tint – five million shades of grey. And, of course, the aforementioned residents of a New Zealand dairy farm. In my watercolour class, we’re…

FLOWER MOTIF Ch4, join with ss in first ch to form a ring. ROUND 1 *Ch7, dc into 2nd ch from hook, htr, tr in next 2ch, htr, dc, ss into ring; repeat from * 8 times more. FASTEN OFF and weave in ends. SCHEEPJES NAMASTE WEIGHT Chunky CONTENT 50% virgin wool, 50% acrylic BALL 100g/85m HOOK 8mm RRP £6.25 Never mind crocheting with it, we think we might just start using Scheepjes Namaste as a pillow – it really is that soft! There are 34 shades of this incredible chunky yarn to choose from and each colour is named after a yoga pose. You would totally be forgiven for not believing there’s any acrylic in it as this 50-50 blend feels more like merino, and has a very light…

THE LOWDOWN It’s simple to be in with a chance of winning a great hooky prize in a future issue! Show us your Simply Crochet makes on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram or via email or post by 9 March 2019. For all terms and conditions, and more information, visit www.simplycrochetmag.co.uk/competitionrules COMPETITION RULES By Promoter: Immediate Media Company Bristol Limited (“Promoter”). By taking part in one of our Competitions, you agree to be bound by these Competition Rules. Late or incomplete entries will be disqualified. No responsibility accepted for lost, delayed, ineligible or fraudulent entries. Proof of posting (if relevant) shall not be deemed proof of delivery. Entries must be submitted by an individual (not via any agency or similar) and, unless otherwise stated, are limited to one per household.…

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…

YOU WILL NEED ■ DMC Natura XL (100% cotton, 100g/75m), 2 balls of each: Yarn A Dark Green (08) Yarn B Soufre (90) 1 ball of each: Yarn C Ivory (03) Yarn D Black (02) Yarn E Bonbon (40) ■ A 6mm (US J/10) hook ■ Toy stuffing ■ Clover pompom maker in size S For stockists contact DMC 01924 231669 www.dmc.com TENSION Tension is not critical but may affect yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Finished Cushion measures 30x15cm (11¾x6in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 92 First avocados wangled their way into our fruit bowls, and now they want a spot on our sofas. But who could deny world dominion to something so delicious? This fellow is not too tricky to make – once you’ve mastered the…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Rico Essentials Cotton DK (100% cotton, 50g/130m) 1 ball of each: Yarn A Beige (91) Yarn B Silver (03) Yarn C White (80) Yarn D Red (02) Yarn E Gold (26) ■ Small amount of aran-weight yarn in colour of your choice for hair ■ A 3mm (US C/2 or D/2) hook ■ 2 safety eyes, approx 8mm diameter ■ 1 small button ■ Toy stuffing For yarn stockists contact Rico Design www.rico-design.co.uk TENSION Tension is not critical, but may affect yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Doll measures approx 28cm (11in) tall ABBREVIATIONS 3-tr cluster (Yrh, insert hook in st indicated, yrh and pull up loop, yrh and draw through 2 loops) 3 times, inserting the hook in the same st each time, yrh and…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Robin DK (100% acrylic, 100g/300m) 1 ball of each: Silver (27) Red (42) Bright Turquoise (281) Fiesta (64) Sweet Pea (147) Purple (17) Sunflower (75) Jaffa (63) Cordial (162) OR oddments of DK yarn from your stash ■ An oddment of black DK yarn ■ A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook ■ Toy stuffing For yarn stockists contact TB Ramsden 01943 872264 www.tbramsden.co.uk TENSION Tension is not critical, but may affect yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Dog measures approx 33cm (13in) long x 14cm (5½in) tall ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 92 of Simply Crochet magazine Amigurumi that’s so cute it hurts? We’re not even sorry. Look at his sweet puppy face. His name is Frank (short for Frankfurter), and he’s one…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Scheepjes Cahlista (100% cotton, 50g/85m) 2 balls of Yarn A Ginger Gold (383) 1 ball of each: Yarn B English Tea (404) Yarn C Snow White (106) Yarn D Petrol Blue (400) ■ A 3.5mm (US F/5) hook ■ 2 safety eyes, approx 15mm diameter ■ Toy stuffing ■ Brown and black stranded cotton ■ Felt in blue, brown and yellow ■ Fabric glue ■ Red ribbon For yarn stockists contact Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com/en TENSION Tension is not critical, but may affect yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Dog measures approx 20x18x15cm (8x7x6in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 92 of Simply Crochet magazine Designer Liz Ward says the inspiration for this toy came from her sister’s dog. “I wanted my amigurumi puppy to have the…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Patons Diploma Gold DK (55% wool, 25% acrylic, 20% nylon, 50g/120m) 2 balls of Yarn A Seville (6201) 1 ball of each: Yarn B Cream (6142) Yarn C Apple Green (6125) Yarn D Gold (6200) Yarn E Black (6183) ■ A 2.75mm (US C/2) hook ■ Toy stuffing ■ 2 safety eyes, approx 8mm diameter ■ Stitch markers ■ Tapestry or yarn needle For yarn stockists contact Patons 01484 668200 www.knitpatons.com TENSION Tension is not critical, but may affect yarn quantities required MEASUREMENT Fox measures approx 27cm (10½in) tall ABBREVIATIONS bobble stitch Tr5tog in the same st as follows: (Yrh, insert hook in st indicated, yrh and pull up loop, yrh and draw through 2 loops) 5 times, inserting the hook in the same…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Aran weight yarn in brown, approx 25m ■ A 5mm (US H/8) hook ■ White 5mm pompoms (you could also use white beads or small pieces of white felt) ■ Fabric glue ■ A brooch back ■ 4-5 straight pins (optional) ■ Stitch marker ■ Sewing needle and thread TENSION Tension is not critical, but may affect yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Pretzel measures approx 12x8cm (4¾x3in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 92 of Simply Crochet magazine Crochet designer Twinkie Chan says: “Looking for a quick, easy project to add some fun to your wardrobe? This pretzel brooch is great for crochet beginners as well as lovers of whimsical fashion. All you need is a little bit of yarn and some mini pompoms!” Getting the…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Stylecraft Special DK (100% acrylic, 100g/295m) 1 ball of each: Turquoise (1068) Stone (1710) ■ A small amount of yellow and white DK yarn ■ Brown DK yarn or stranded cotton ■ A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook ■ 2 safety eyes, 6mm diameter ■ Toy stuffing For yarn stockists contact Stylecraft 01484 848435 www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk TENSION Tension is not critical, but may affect yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Robot measures approx 23cm (9in) tall ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 92 of Simply Crochet magazine Why not crochet a robot for a budding young engineer or mechanic? With a nod to the design of an old-fashioned petrol pump, our charming Robbie Robot character will quickly become a firm favourite with both boys and…

YOU WILL NEED ■ DROPS Safran (100% cotton, 50g/160m) 1 ball of each: Yarn A Beige (21) Yarn B Turquoise (30) Yarn C Brown (23) Yarn D Orange (28) Yarn E Black (16) ■ A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook ■ 2 safety eyes or black beads, approx 5mm diameter ■ 2 small buttons ■ Dark brown waxed cord ■ Fine white wire for balloon string, approx 13cm (5in) ■ Stitch markers ■ Toy stuffing ■ Craft glue For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk TENSION Tension is not critical, but may affect yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Bear measures approx 18cm (7in) tall ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 92 of Simply Crochet magazine Bertie is a tubby teddy, whichever way you look at…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Sublime Evie (94% cotton, 6% nylon, 50g/115m) 6 balls of Haze (512) 1 ball of Nougat (508) ■ A small amount of cream yarn ■ A small amount of black cotton ■ A 5mm (US H/8) hook ■ Toy stuffing ■ 65mm pompom maker or two cardboard discs measuring 6.5cm across, with the centres and a notch removed ■ Stitch marker For yarn stockists contact Sublime 01924 369666 www.sublimeyarns.com TENSION A square of 5x5 blocks in diagonal box stitch with a 5mm hook measures 10x10cm (4x4in) MEASUREMENTS Blanket measures approx 65x65cm (25½x25½in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 92 of Simply Crochet magazine Designer Kath Webber says: “Using super-soft brushed cotton and a diagonal box stitch, this baby blanket is made all the…

YOU WILL NEED ■ DMC Natura Just Cotton (100% cotton, 50g/155m) 1 ball of each: Yarn A Rose Soraya (N32) Yarn B Gardenia (N36) Yarn C Amaranto (N33) Yarn D Aquamarina (N25) Yarn E Turquoise (N49) Yarn F Prussian (N64) ■ A 3mm (US C/2 or D/2) hook ■ Safety eyes, approx 8mm diameter ■ Sequins ■ Toy stuffing ■ Adhesive tape For yarn stockists contact DMC 01924231669 www.dmccreative.co.uk TENSION Tension is not critical, but may affect yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Mermaid measures approx 25cm (10in) tall ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 92 of Simply Crochet magazine With her sequinned tail and blue fishtail braid, Ilaria Caliri’s adorable mermaid doll is sure to become a firm favourite. She’s hooked using simple dc stitches in a spiral…

My friend gave me a mug for Christmas which reads, “Crochet. It’s not a hobby, it’s a post-apocalyptic life skill”. My friend thought it was funny, but for me, it’s absolutely true! Most people don’t think twice about where their clothes, blankets, scarves, hats, toys or cushion covers come from. They don’t have a connection with the processes that go into making stuff. But us, fellow crochet fans, we know. We know how long it takes to make just a small baby blanket. We know that after you’ve finished the main make that weaving in all those infernal ends can take hours. We are makers, and we are ready for the apocalypse! Ok, maybe not the apocalypse (although if your husband is like mine, then he’ll claim that all the…

YOU WILL NEED ■ DMC Natura Just Cotton, (100% cotton, 155m/50g) 1 ball of each: Yarn A Gardenia (N36) Yarn B Siena (N41) Yarn C Blue Jeans (N26) Yarn D Blé (N83) ■ A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook ■ Toy stuffing ■ 2 black safety eyes, 12mm ■ Black stranded cotton For stockists contact DMC 01924 231669 www.dmc.com TENSION Tension is not critical for this project, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Pug measures 18cm (7in) tall ABBREVIATIONS inv dec (invisible decrease) Insert hook into the fl of the next st, insert hook into the fl of the next st, yrh and pull through the 2 sts, yrh and pull through the 2 loops on the hook (alternatively work a standard dc2tog) bobble…

1 To make a half treble crochet stitch, work to where you want the htr and then wind the yarn round the hook (yrh). 2 Insert the hook under the top two loops of the next stitch in the previous row. Wrap yarn around the hook again (yrh). 3 Pull the yarn through the stitch only (3 loops on hook). 4 Yarn round hook again, pull the yarn through all 3 loops. You’ve made a half treble crochet. Continue working htr into next and following sts to the end of the row.…

1 Identify the post of the next stitch. Then work yrh (as usual for a treble stitch) and insert hook into the back of the fabric, around the front of the post, and bring out hook on other side of post. 2 Work the rest of the stitch as you usually would for a treble, so yrh and carefully pull the loop of yarn out of the fabric – it should loop around the post of the stitch. 3 Work yrh again and pull the yarn through the first 2 loops. Yrh and pull the yarn through the remaining 2 loops to complete the front post treble stitch. 4 You’ll see how the stitch is set back, compared to the rest of the fabric. Work more back post treble stitches…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Yarn and Colors Must-Have (100% cotton, 50g/125m) 1 ball of each: Cream (002) Anthracite (099) Shark Grey (096) Graphite (098) Silver (095) Shadow (097) ■ A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook ■ Toy stuffing For stockists contact Yarn and Colors www.yarnandcolors.com TENSION Tension is not critical but may affect yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Pebble 1 measures 8x5cm (3x2in) Pebble 2 measures 6.5x5cm (2½x2in) Pebble 3 measures 5.5x4cm (2¼x1½in) Pebble 4 measure 4x3cm (1½x1¼in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 92 Not quite fifty shades of grey, but certainly a decent selection of monochromes for a charming nod at quaint seaside style. NOTES The Pebbles are worked in a continuous spiral, without closing off each round with a ss. You may find it useful to…

Most crochet patterns state the tension required, in rows and stitches of a specific type. Make a swatch at least 15cm square and check that your tension matches. Place a ruler across the swatch and insert two pins, 10cm apart. Then place the ruler along a column of stitches and insert two pins 10cm apart. Count the stitches and rows between the pins – if you have less than the pattern, your tension is too loose so you need to use a smaller hook, but if you have too many, use a larger hook. It’s usually better to match the stitches than rows, because you can always work more or fewer rows.…

YOU WILL NEED ■ DMC Natura Just Cotton (100% cotton, 50g/155m) 1 ball of each: Salomé (N80) Lin (N78) ■ A 2.5mm (US C/1 or B/2) hook ■ 2 safety eyes, approx 5mm diameter ■ Plastic nose, approx 1cm ■ Black stranded cotton ■ Pipe cleaners ■ Stitch markers ■ Toy stuffing ■ PVA glue For yarn stockists contact DMC 01924 231669 www.dmccreative.co.uk TENSION Tension is not critical, but may affect yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Otter measures approx 12cm (4¾in) tall ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 92 of Simply Crochet magazine Confession time: we’re a little obsessed with ottershereat Simply Crochet HQ,andit’s not solely due to a certain Mr Cumberbatch. Did you know that pairs or groups of otters hold hands (or paws) so they don’t…

YOU WILL NEED ■ King Cole Cottonsoft DK (100% cotton, 100g/210m) 1 ball of each: Coral (1574) Black (746) ■ A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook ■ A plastic ring, 3cm diameter ■ Toy stuffing ■ A key ring and clip For yarn stockists contact King Cole 01756 703670 www.kingcole.com TENSION Tension is not critical, but may affect yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Fish measures approx 12cm (4¾in) long ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 92 of Simply Crochet magazine Go underwater for your next project with this dinky keyring. It’s a great stashbuster, too, as you only need small amounts of yarn. NOTES The Fish is worked in a continuous spiral, without closing off each round with a ss. You may find it useful to mark…

YOU WILL NEED ■ DROPS Paris (100% cotton, 50g/75m) 1 ball of each: Yarn A Light Pink (57) Yarn B Light Ice Blue (29) Yarn C Light Mint Green (21) 2 balls of each: Yarn D Light Grey (23) Yarn E Dark Beige (26) 3 balls of Yarn F Off White (17) ■ Small amount of black DK cotton ■ Toy stuffing ■ Buttons ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ■ A 5mm (US H/8) hook For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk TENSION Tension is not critical, but may affect yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Each Doll measures approx 32cm (12½in) tall ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 92 of Simply Crochet magazine Make all three of these utterly charming amigos, or mix and match…

SIMPLE STEPS HOW TO WORK A MAGIC LOOP 1 To start a magic loop, don’t make a slipknot. Instead, make a loop with the yarn, leaving a tail around 10cm long. Make sure the tail end is under the working yarn. 2 Insert your hook into the loop, from front to back. Wrap the working yarn around the hook anticlockwise and pull the yarn through the loop. 3 Make a t-ch for the sts you want to work (above, we made 1 t-ch for dc). Now work your sts into the magic loop, making sure you work over both the loop and the tail end (so two yarn strands). 4 Once you’ve worked the number of stitches you need, simply pull the tail end of the yarn to draw up…