Innehållsförteckning för Issue 88 från Mollie Magazine

This month, I’m feeling all warm and fuzzy. Partly because I’m wrapped up in a ton of layers, but also because Valentine’s Day is nearly here, and this issue celebrates love in a whole host of crafty forms. Indulge your passion for crochet with our chunky sampler scarf on page 18, whip up heart-emblazoned macramé bunting on page 54, and enter into a new relationship with the latest craft trend; rug hooking, via the dreamy textured hoop on page 39. We’re also spoiling you with the sweetest Valentine’s gift – a pom pom love birds kit, plus three bonus project ideas, all designed by pom pom queen Christine Leech. Share the love (and your makes) at #molliemakers. Turn the page for more on your free gift! Then Turn to page…

One surefire way of staying warm this winter is to take layering to the next level.We’re seriously impressed by Babaà’s commitment to being toasty, but are pretty sure just one of their oversized chunky knits would be enough to keep chills at bay. Although we do quite like the idea of that mustard and blue jumper/ cardi combo... www.babaa.es TOP READ Scandi chic Blogger and model Pernille Teisbaek personifies Danish style, so her new book, Dress Scandinavian, was guaranteed to be a treat. Filled with fashion tips and ideas for the home, make it your new go-to guide. www.penguin.co.uk Just when you thought you had all the tote bags you needed, Sunwoven collaborate with Beckett Boutique on this textured beauty. Grab it while stocks last. www.beckettboutique.com You’re never too young…

HOW TO MAKE… A CROCHET SCARF MATERIALS • Yarn and Colors Fabulous, 50% cotton/50% acrylic, 57m/62yd per 50g ball, three balls of each in Green Ice (075) (Yarn A), Jade (073) (Yarn B) and Ice Blue (063) (Yarn C), two balls in Pastel Pink (046) (Yarn D) and one ball in Opaline Glass (074) (Yarn E) • 7mm (UK 2, US K/10½) crochet hook • Tapestry needle • Stitch markers TENSION Each section is approx. 25cm (9 /8") wide Block stitch: approx. 8 rows to 10cm (4") Bobble stitch: approx. 7 rows to 10cm (4") Knit stitch: approx. 8 rows to 10cm (4") Starburst stitch: approx. 8 rows to 10cm (4") Diamond stitch: approx. 8 rows to 10cm (4") Different stitches create different tensions, so to keep them the same…

Hands up if you’re often salivating over beautiful crafts on Instagram you wish you’d made? Being exposed to so many visuals ignites the imagination, but it can also stifle creativity. As you find yourself drawn into other people’s visions, it’s easy to lose track of your own ideas, but don’t let that put you off; see it as an opportunity instead. FEED YOUR CREATIVE MOJO Inspiration plays a key role in fuelling enthusiasm, so don’t feel guilty about studying the work of makers you admire. Instead, next time you see a project you like, ask yourself why. What’s your favourite element? Could you take that as a starting point, change the colour or add a new technique to make it your own? Keeping a sketchbook is a handy way to…

Inside a contemporary-looking building on a leafy North London high-street, textile designer Nancy Straughan is on her tea break, taking time out from printmaking to show us around her small but perfectly-formed flat. An eclectic mix of millennial pink accessories, soft grey feature walls and bright blue artwork, the apartment is as gorgeous as her 12.6k-strong Instagram feed. Although she admits this isn’t her dream home, she loves the location – close to lots of independent eateries and quirky boutiques – and she has a genuine fondness for the flat that has been home to her and her new husband Simon for the past five years. “It’s small, it’s wonky and the blinds are horrible, but it’s ours and we love it all the same,” she laughs. Despite the flat…

Lark’s head knot 01 Fold the cord in half along the length. 02 Slip the folded string on top of the object (wooden stick or length of yarn, for example) the lark’s head knot will be tied onto. 03 Pull the cord down around the object you’re tying the knot over, without twisting the cords, then pull the other two strands through the loop, as shown. 04 To tighten the lark’s head knot, hold the two cords in one hand and the object you have them tied around in the other. Pull until the knot is neatly fastened at the top. Square knot 01 You will need two folded cords, secured with lark’s head knots, creating four cords to work with. They are numbered as shown. The two outer cords…

HOW TO MAKE… A CAMERA BAG MATERIALS • 1m (39 /8") wool tweed fabric (we used Wool Tweed from www.croftmill.co.uk ) • 2m (78¾") canvas fabric • 1m (39 /8") polyester wadding • 2m (78¾") black leather strapping, 3cm (1¼") wide • One antique brass magnetic clasp • 12 antique brass rivet studs • Polyester thread • Black embroidery thread • Rotary cutter • Leather punch • Awl • Cutting mat • Hammer • Tailor’s chalk • Bulldog clip Resilient, ruggedly handsome and ready for adventure – and that’s just the bag. Make it for your man as a Valentine’s gift, giving him a safe place to store his prized camera, then escape somewhere scenic for a weekend. The heritage fabrics and brass detailing rack up some serious style points,…

THE ETHOS REMAINS THE SAME: EVERY PIECE IS HANDMADE AND THOUGHTFULLY DESIGNED From the silky smooth feel as it runs through the sewing machine to the luxurious fluidity of it on your skin – Liberty’s fabric is just magical. It appeals for so many reasons, not least its versatility; everything from dresses to bedding is brought to life when made up in the fabric. The classic prints are instantly recognisable too, evoking nostalgia, and they have an heirloom quality. Coco & Wolf began in 2012 with a collection of Liberty print baby clothes I made for my daughter. I started selling to retailers, then in 2015 we evolved to include homewares and Liberty print bedding. Fast forward to 2018 and we’re known for our contemporary clothing and lifestyle products, but…

Stephanie Fradette Mid-century fanatic Stephanie loves nothing better than finding quirky treasures in the local charity shop. As well as playing around with all things fibre, she’s commited to reading all the dystopian novels ever written. Make Stephanie’s hoop on page 39. www.lepetitmoose.etsy.com Elizabeth Olwen Elizabeth is a Canadian surface pattern designer. She creates prints, patterns and illustrations inspired by the world around her, and is driven by a desire to leave something beautiful behind with every step she takes. Find Elizabeth’s dreamy papers on page 67. www.elizabetholwen.com Emma Friedlander-Collins Emma is a crochet designer and author. If she’s not buried under piles of wool in her Sussex home with her boys, husband and cat, she’s out indulging her other obsession – collecting leaves, berries and…

MAKE IT! TURN THE PAGE TO DIY THE RED ALERT TREND…

When she was little, Sarah Walsh was so obsessed with animals she wanted to be one. The solution? Sarah’s mum sewed an assortment of animal costumes for her to wear all year round. From these roots, Sarah’s creativity grew and her obsession with drawing meant she knew (or at least hoped in her heart) she would be an artist someday. During the graphic design degree she took in Albany, New York, where she grew up, her teachers opened her eyes to the world of mid-century design and typography. This, combined with her love for vintage children’s book illustration, became the foundation for a future career in the art world. Sarah went on to land a job at Hallmark Cards as an in-house designer and illustrator, where she honed her skills.…

HOW TO MAKE… SWAN WALL ART MATERIALS • 120 x 80cm (47¼ x 31½") white felt • 20 x 20cm (7/8 x 7/8") felt in orange and black • 20 x 20cm (7/8 x 7/8") gold faux leather • Backing board, 20 x 20 x 0.5cm (7/8 x 7/8 x ¼") • Black safety eyes, 2cm (¾") • Sewing thread in white, black, orange and gold • Soft toy filling • Knitting needle • Sticky tape • Drill Regal swans are our current favourite creature, especially when rocking a shiny gold crown. This one’s made with felt and a bit of fairytale magic, and wouldn’t go amiss in a kid’s bedroom. Or, position this beauty to reign grandly over your dining table. 01 Using the templates on page 97, cut…

HOW TO MAKE… A PAPER LAMPSHADE MATERIALS • One sheet of A4 lightweight card • 15 sheets of A4 card, 270gsm, five sheets of each in white, straw yellow and lemon yellow (we used Clairefontaine Maya 270gsm) • White paper ball light shade, 30cm (11/8") (ours was from www.diy.com) • Craft knife • Glue • Large mixing bowl • Fire retardant spray Statement artichoke ceiling lights are cropping up everywhere right now, ticking two of our biggest design crush boxes – modern and geometric. This ombré yellow card version is made with simple layered hexagons, and is such an easy hack for those ubiquitous paper ball light shades. Flick the light on as soon as it gets dark and you’ll have your own dose of indoor sunshine. Note Always use…

HOW TO MAKE… A CROCHET CAIMAN MATERIALS • DK yarn, 50g per ball, one ball each in green (Yarn A), white (Yarn B), blue (Yarn C), dark blue (Yarn D), red (Yarn E) and pink (Yarn F), and small amounts in dark green (Yarn G) and ochre (Yarn H) • 2.75mm (UK 11, US C/2) crochet hook • Black safety eyes, 0.8cm ( /8") • Soft toy stuffing • Tapestry needle • Stitch markers TENSION Tension is not important for this project, but it is important the stitches are tight so the stuffing doesn’t show through ABBREVIATIONS  st(s) stitch(es) ch chain ss slip stitch dc double crochet yrh yarn round hook BLO work stitch through back loop only dc2tog double crochet 2 together – (insert hook in next st, yrh…

HOW TO MAKE… YOUR FREE GIFT MATERIALS • Small amounts of DK weight yarn in pink, blue and black (supplied in the kit) • Small amounts of felt in yellow, turquoise and peach (supplied in the kit) • Pom pom maker (supplied in the kit) • Tapestry needle • Glue gun • One pair of earring fixings • Hairclips Get ready to go pom pom crazy, courtesy of this month’s free gift. Not only does it include a pom pom maker, pastel yarn and felt, but we’ve also asked Sew Yeah’s Christine Leech to create four mini pom pomtastic projects – pick your fave and rustle it up with your kit. A clever bit of winding here and some considered snips there, and your pom poms can be transformed into…

The art of the pom “Even though my book Pompomania was published almost two years ago, I still seem to be making pom poms at least once a week. These birds were inspired by the budgerigars my neighbour used to own when I was small – they’d fly around her lounge and nestle up together on top of a lampshade. Bird pom poms are a bit more complex than single colour pom poms, but once you get the hang of the breast shape, they’re super-quick to create. If you’re looking for somewhere for your lovebirds to perch, make a simple swing by threading a piece of paper straw onto a length of baker’s twine and decorate with felt flowers.” Christine Leech is an author, maker, stylist and workshop host, and…

MATERIALS • Red jumper • Plain cotton shirt • Matching sewing thread • Red fabric dye 01 Dye the shirt red following the manufacturer’s instructions, then leave to dry thoroughly. Once dry, press the shirt before using 02 Place the shirt on a flat surface. Use a pair of scissors to cut off the bottom of the shirt with a straight horizontal line approximately halfway down, using the image as a guide. 03 Set aside the top part of the shirt as it won’t be needed. Take the bottom part of the shirt and hem the cut edge by folding it to the wrong side (WS) by 1.5cm ( /8"), twice. Pin and sew. If the bottom edge of the shirt isn’t straight, cut it in a straight line, parallel to…

HOW TO MAKE… A QUILTED CUSHION MATERIALS • 1m (1yd) cotton solid fabric in a pastel shade (we used Robert Kaufman Kona in Pond) • 45 x 45cm (17 x 17") lining fabric • 45 x 45cm (17 x 17") wadding • Erasable fabric marker • Rotary cutter • Masking tape • Quilting clips • 40cm (16") cushion pad Picture the scene: you’ve just packed away the last of the Christmas decorations and your home looks slightly too minimal for your liking – it’s missing something. This cushion is the solution. Subtle enough to fit seamlessly into your suddenly pared-back space, the fresh lines and colour make it one amazing update. And, whole cloth quilting is where cushions are heading right now. This straightforward technique works modern geometric quilting on…

Add a restful splash of indigo to your wall with Carolina Buzio’s entangled couple, or opt for the rustic shades of Clare Owen’s collection of flora and fauna. www.howkapow.com;www.clareowen.com Recline luxuriously in this evocative easy chair, sipping Old Fashioneds, Mad Men-style, or gaze adoringly at it across the room. Either way, it’s a win. www.roseandgrey.co.uk Contrasting pastel scraffito shapes with bold cobalt spots, this ceramic vase could easily pass as a vintage find – we won’t tell if you don’t. www.habitat.com Texture and colour are key to achieving a cosy, bohemian vibe, and this woven wool cushion ticks both those boxes. Plus it’s handmade and fairly traded too, making you feel warm inside and out. www.iansnow.com These hand-beaten copper placemats aren’t just for special occasions. Use them to add warmth…

HOW TO MAKE… AN EMBROIDERED BANNER MATERIALS • 30 x 38cm (11/8 x 15") natural linen fabric • 26 x 31cm (10¼ x 12¼") patterned cotton fabric • Embroidery thread (we used DMC stranded cotton in 347 (red), 352 (peach), 353 (light peach), 520 (dark green), 522 (light green), 677 (light yellow), 760 (pink) and 3021 (brown)) • Embroidery hoop • Embroidery needle • Rotary cutter • Cutting mat • 24cm (9¼") thin dowel rod • Brown acrylic paint • Paint brush • Erasable fabric marker Indulge in a spot of slow stitching and use this pretty embroidered pennant to show your walls some love, or pay it forward and stitch it as a Galentine’s gift for a pal who loves a good mantra. Use three strands of embroidery thread…

EMBROIDERED BANNER BY MOLLIE JOHANSON Photocopy at 125% PAPER LAMPSHADE BY SUSIE ATTAWAY RUG HOOKING HOOP BY STEPHANIE FRADETTE Photocopy at 200% QUILTED CUSHION BY LAURA PRITCHARD Photocopy at 125% POM POM IDEAS BY CHRISTINE LEECH KIMONO AND MITTENS BY AYDA ALGIN Photocopy at 200% KIMONO AND MITTENS BY AYDA ALGIN Photocopy at 200% SLIPPERS BY ALICE HEDLEY Photocopy at 400% SWAN WALL ART BY KIM LAWRENCE Photocopy at 200% SWAN WALL ART BY KIM LAWRENCE Photocopy at 200% Mollie Makes (ISSN 20460228) (USPS 20517) February 18 is published 14 times a year (monthly, with a Spring issue in March and a Christmas issue in November) by Immediate Media Company Bristol Ltd., Tower House, Fairfax St. Bristol BS1 3BN, United Kingdom. Distributed in the U.S. by NPS Media Group, 2…