Innehållsförteckning för December 2019 från Mollie Magazine

CHARLIE BROWN’S AN ICON AMONG T-SHIRT WEARERS, so a Lazy Oaf X Peanuts collab actually makes total sense. The collection is big on personality and primary colours, with highlights including a “good grief” fleece, a denim boiler suit replete with Snoopy patches and a double-breasted colour block cardigan. www.lazyoaf.com BOOKMARK KEEP A BEADY EYE on Rockett St George. An online purveyor of all things you didn’t know you needed, naturally their selection of Christmas tree ornaments is in a class of its own. Where else would you find bedazzled danglers reminscent of Georgian lover’s eye jewellery? www.rockettstgeorge.co.uk INSTANT HYGGE IS WHAT’S NEEDED now it starts getting dark at 4pm. The Glød candle treats the olfactory sense to spicy fig and cinnamon while emitting a cheering amber glow. And you can…

IRIDESCENT PARTY Kickstart the season’s revelry with the shinest of magpie finds. Holographic, shimmery, call it what you will – if it’s got a glowing rainbow lustre then it makes the VIP guestlist. IRIDESCENT DRINKS NAPKINS MATERIALS HappyFashion iron-on vinyl in Rainbow HappyGlitter iron-on vinyl in Light Gold (both available from www.happyfabric.co.uk) Cotton fabric in pink (we got ours from www.thecheapshoptiptree.co.uk) Coral sewing thread Greaseproof paper 01 Cut four 26 x 26cm (10¼ x 10¼") squares from the fabric. Use an overlocker or zigzag stitch to add a contrasting edge in coral thread. 02 Cut out each letter and its shadow separately from the templates on page 87. Place them wrong side down on the reverse of the vinyl and draw around them – we used rainbow vinyl for the…

We’re all drawn to favourite colour combinations in our homes, and for print designer Carol Maxwell, these colours are undoubtedly green and pink. Her trademark shades are used throughout the elegant four-storey Victorian house she shares with fiancé Tom and their kids, Max (6) and Milo (3), in South London, on the branding for her illustration-led brand Max Made Me Do It, and for her newly opened shop. Carol started her creative business while on maternity leave with her first son Max, and chose mint green and dusky pink as her signature colours. Reflecting this into her two-tone studio space at home with Farrow and Ball’s acid green Arsenic on the ceiling and pale pink Calamine on the walls, it wasn’t long until the rest of the house followed suit.…

HOW TO MAKE METALLIC PARTY DECORATIONS MATERIALS ■ Three packs of 1 x 2m (39 3/8 x 78 7/8") metallic curtain in three colours ■ Tinsel in three colours ■ Sticky tape ■ Metal hoop, 40cm (15¾") wide ■ Skewers ■ String ■ 1.2m (39 7/8") wooden dowel, 1.2cm ( 3/8") wide We’ve been lusting over Sarah’s statement installations for a while now, so these sparkly projects, straight from the maker herself, have answered our prayers. Just in time for that big New Year’s bash, they’re the ideal way to upcycle leftover tinsel from your tree. Pick just one to jazz up your seasonal gatherings – photo backdrop anyone? – or craft all three for maximum impact. For the cake topper 01 Cut off a length of metallic curtain, then…

“I feel like I was fairly f prepared to enter the big wide world of design.” As my final year at Cambridge School of Art drew to a close, my mind began to crowd with a stream of questions: ‘Have I used my time well?’, ‘Am I ready to enter the real world?’ and ‘What am I going to do next?’ These questions are inevitable for the reluctant art school graduate and do pose p real worries about the unknown future. I loved my course and while I miss the structure and routine, and the studio environment, I feel like I was fairly prepared to enter the big wide world of art and design. One thing that massively m helped me was exhibiting at New Designers D , a graduate…

HOW TO MAKE A TULLE TOP MATERIALS ■ 5m (196 7/8") tulle fabric ■ Sleeveless crew neck cotton top ■ Matching sewing thread ■ Contrasting sewing thread ■ Tailor’s chalk How do you make a nice top and jeans Big Night Out worthy? With a simple sewing hack that elevates a plain-Jane vest to high fashion fabulousness. Big poufy layers and cloud-like volume are all over the catwalk at the moment, and the festive season is the ideal time to showcase something extravagant. Plus, by raiding your drawers to make this beauty instead of shopping a single-wear item, you’re being sustainable and glam. Dress it up, or pair with chunky boots and a top knot, à la Killing Eve’s Villanelle – a style icon if ever we saw one. Not…

EVERYDAY OPULENCE Embrace modern grandeur on the daily with a scattering of sumptuous fabrics, walls and accessories in bold hues, and plenty of green and pink – think Palm Springs meets Victoriana. 01 Your new life motto, made beautiful by Carol Maxwell. Embodying vintage-made-modern, this nature-themed print is both a work of art and the daily prompt we all need. www.max mademedoit.com 02 Cultivate a serious sense of luxury with Graham & Brown’s Yasuni wallpaper. Unfurl, then sit back and transport yourself to the Ecuadorian national park that inspired it. www. grahambrown.com 03 They say money can’t buy happiness, but this limited edition cushion of dreams is the exception to the rule. Scalloped edging and detailed floral embroidery? Be still our beating hearts. www.projektityyny.com 04 Taking style cues from the…

HOW TO MAKE CROCHET KIDS' MITTENS MATERIALS ■ Willow and Lark Ramble, 100% wool, 50g/125m per ball, one (two, two) balls in Horizon Orange (112) ■ 3.5mm (UK 9, US E/4) crochet hook ■ Yarn needle ABBREVIATIONS  st(s) stitch(es) ch chain stitch dc double crochet htr half treble crochet tr treble crochet ss slip stitch yrh yarn round hook FPtr front post treble – yrh, insert hook from the front of your work to the back, around the back of the indicated st and back through to the front, yrh and draw round the back of the post of the indicated st, (yrh and draw through two loops) twice BPtr back post treble – yrh, insert hook from back of the work to the front, around the front of the…

Hands up who’s had a brilliant creative idea only to discover it’s been done already? Influence is inevitable – that’s why influencing is an actual job now – but there’s a fine line between inspiration and imitation. So what can you do when you think you’ve been copied? For Vicky Simmons, founder of card company Mean Mail (www.meanmail.co), the personal approach is best. “I’ve found surprising results by confronting smaller brands and individuals in person and on social media. Keep your letter or message short and fair, asking if they’re aware how similar the work is.” Vicky’s also a fan of being upfront, and pointing out that they’re taking from an independent business. “Most guilty copycats will remove the offending work, and might reply with an apology.” Before you do…

HOW TO MAKE A MACRAME NECKLACE MATERIALS ■ Supersoft Single Twist String, 3mm in Merlot (ours was from www. niromastudio.com ) ■ Gold necklace chain ■ Fine tooth comb If you’re as obsessed as we are with macramé wall hangings, making a scaled-down jewellery version is the next step towards being the ultimate boho queen. A simple and easy intro into the craft, this is a fun one to do with friends for a crafty night in. Use your chunky new accessory to style up an oversized winter knit, and if the hue isn’t for you, switch up the colours to match your vibe. 01 Start by cutting nine 1m (39 3/8") length cords. Fold the cords in half and attach to the centre of the necklace using lark’s head…

HOW TO MAKE SHIBORI-DYED BEDDING MATERIALS ■ Bedding made from natural fibres, undyed or in a light colour ■ Four litres of soya milk ■ Water ■ Yellow onion skins ■ Strong cotton string ■ Rope ■ Large stock pot ■ Two buckets ■ Sieve ■ Cheesecloth ■ Clothes pegs ■ Plastic sheet Save a seen-better-days bedding set from landfill with natural dye made from the most unlikely of materials – onion skin. Yup, you heard us right. Get ready to be seriously shocked at the beauty and depth of colour achieved from food waste scraps. This sustainable make also teaches you how to master tesuji shibori, the beautiful Japanese art of pleating and binding, creating a stunning bedspread you’ll want to keep hitting snooze for. 01 First, wash the…

HOW TO MAKE AN IPAD CASE MATERIALS ■ 28 x 40cm (11 x 15¾") garment-weight leather in pink ■ 28 x 15cm (11 x 6") garment-weight metallic leather in red ■ 28 x 57cm (11 x 22½") cotton fabric ■ Press fastening kit with applicator tools, 1.5cm (5/8") diameter ■ 2.5 x 2.5cm (1 x 1") medium-weight fusible interfacing ■ Matching sewing thread ■ 28 x 15cm fusible wadding (we used Pellon Fusible Fleece 987FP) ■ Two 28 x 19cm pieces of high density foam sheet, 0.5cm (¼") thick ■ Scrap piece of wood ■ Erasable fabric marker ■ Bulldog clips ■ Leather sewing machine needle When you’ve got too many clutch bags, sew the next best thing – a padded version for your tablet. Why should fashion accessories have…

HOW TO MAKE MERINGUES INGREDIENTS ■ Three large egg whites ■ 150g (4½oz) granulated sugar ■ ¼ tsp cream of tartar ■ ½ tsp vanilla bean paste or pure vanilla extract ■ Baking sheets ■ Parchment paper ■ Piping bag If you’re only going to master one recipe for the festive season, pick this. Impressive yet simple, we wish we’d been brave enough to give meringues a try years ago. Once you’ve got the basics down, experiment with flavour and colours. The recipe makes 36 small meringues, and as they’ll keep for up to five days, they’re ideal for impressing guests. Hostess with the mostess? We’ll take it. To make basic meringues 01 Preheat the oven to 225°F (110°C) and line two baking sheets with parchment paper. 02 In the…

The best gifts and decorations don’t have to cost the earth. Often, those that have been made with thought and had real love poured into them, are the most special. So, this Christmas, show everyone how much you care by creating custom-crafted gifts, wrapping and decorations. It's the ideal way to make your friends and family feel extra-special. And there’s no better way to get into the festive spirit than with Hobbycraft’s Christmas collection – it’s an inspiring pick of the latest trends and traditional favourites to fill your home and your stockings. Whether you want to deck the halls, take your gifting to a new level, or get Christmas all wrapped up, Hobbycraft is like a fabulously festive grotto full of seasonal craft supplies. Why not take a look?…

ALL THE SHAPES FOR THIS ISSUE’S MAKES. UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED, TEMPLATES ARE SHOWN AT 100%. YOU CAN FIND THE FULL-SIZE TEMPLATES READY TO DOWNLOAD FROM WWW.MOLLIEMAKES.COM 01 Fold back the top of the banner to the wrong side by 1.5cm ( 5/8"). Using one strand of white embroidery thread, sew it in place using hem stitch, just catching the felt below without going through to the front. Use one strand of thread throughout unless stated otherwise. 02 Using the templates on page 88, cut seven of Leaf 1, 10 of Leaf 2 and four of Leaf 3 from the light green felt. Cut 18 of Petal 1 from the pink felt, and 15 of Petal 2 from the white felt. Cut one rose from the raspberry felt. 03 Starting from…