Innehållsförteckning för October 2020 från Mollie Magazine

This time of year always has a real air of change about it. We’re creeping into autumn territory – too quickly for some, not fast enough for others – and the back-to-school buzz is real, although it definitely looks different in 2020. There’s also change afoot for the mag as going forward we’ll only be having a bonus gift every few issues, as opposed to every month. I know some of you might be disappointed by this, but due to the current climate we’ve had to make this decision to enable us to keep publishing Mollie Makes . We’ll still be bringing you lots of fresh, innovative projects from top designer-makers though, and plenty of ways for you to try new crafts. Plus we’re reducing the amount of plastic we…

WEAVING ITS WAY INTO OUR HEARTS AND OUR WARDROBE, Micha and Puff’s Adult Entrelac sweater in Poppy Confetti has reminded us why we love knitwear so much. That neckline of dreams, those super-wide sleeves, the variegated hand-dyed yarn contrasting with blocks of peachy goodness. It’s bringing us texture for days, cosiness galore and straight up chic in one big hug, and we’re Here For It. www.misha-and-puff.com JUST LANDED CLEAN LINES and modern design, that’s what Excell Quilt Co are all about. Fresh from a rebrand reflecting their evolution, owner Kayleigh is flooding our Insta feeds with exquisite art pieces and home textiles. Our top pick? Her handcrafted Dusk Banner, channelling the aura of autumn sunsets. www.excellquiltco.com POSITIVE VIBES ONLY, PLEASE. Yes we’re mid-pandemic, yes we have to wear a mask,…

TERRACOTTA TONES Literally translated as ‘baked earth’, this rich, red clay evokes a sense of warmth and grounding energy. Embrace it in all its hues, from soft sandstone through to toasty burnt orange, with a focus on feel-good texture. TERRACOTTA MOBILE MATERIALS 1m (39 3/8") balsa wood, 4mm (¼") thick Wooden embroidery hoop inner, 30cm (11 7/8") Craft knife Cutting mat Acrylic paint in blush pink and terracotta Paint brush Saw Drill Terracotta embroidery thread Sewing needle Wooden beads Ruler Sandpaper 01 Using a ruler and a pencil, mark five 4cm (1 5/8") diameter circles onto the balsa wood. Next, mark out 15 6cm (2 3/8") diameter rainbow shapes by drawing a half circle, then marking a smaller half circle on the inside and joining the ends. 02 With the…

HOW TO MAKE A CROCHET BATHMAT MATERIALS ■ Katia Big Ribbon, 50% cotton/50% polyester, 200g/72m per ball, two balls each in Shade 3 (Yarn A) and Shade 10 (Yarn B) ■ DMC Natura XL, 100% cotton, 100g/75m per ball, two balls in Shade 41 (Yarn C) ■ 8mm (UK 0, US L/11) crochet hook ■ 7mm (UK 2, US K/10½) crochet hook ■ Yarn needle TENSION Approx. 5 sts and 5 rows in double crochet using 8mm hook with one strand of Yarn A and one strand of Yarn B held together to measure 8cm (3 1/8") square ABBREVIATIONS (UK) st(s) stitch(es) ch chain ss slip stitch dc double crochet htr half treble RS right side WS wrong side SPECIAL ABBREVIATION MB loop make bobble loop – (yarn round hook,…

CHINTZ IT UP A.K.A. grandmillenial style, this look embraces old lady chic. We’re talking heavily-embellished fabrics, everything flowers and nostalgic pieces that remind you of your nan, all with a modern-day twist. 01 She loves me, she loves me not. Nope, we’re confident Chiara Celini definitely loves us. Why else would she stock this beauty of a print in her Etsy store? Hitting that sweet spot between modern and traditional, it’s just what you need. www. chiaracelini.etsy.com 02 Deck the walls with boughs of clematis for the ultimate immersive experience. In fact, if you spritz around a bit of room fragrance you could almost believe you’re outside, thanks to the lifelike hand-painted details on Sian Zeng’s mural wallpaper. www.sianzeng.com 03 While floral china should be your go-to crockery choice, this…

June was a busy month for Black creators. As the Black Lives Matter movement burgeoned once more, people from all communities began actively searching for Black creatives to champion, buy from and promote, calling attention to the lack of mainstream representation. There was a real recognition of how we can use our spending power as a mechanism for change, and many small businesses completely sold out their stock! The Black creative community is brimming with talent and there are still many barriers to break through, but there’s a lot that we can do to maintain this support as consumers, creators and decision-makers. As the founder of Jamii, a marketplace and discount card for businesses from the Black British community, I’m privileged to partner with talented creators across a broad range…

YOUR GIFT BY SARAH-JANE HICKS MATERIALS ■ Your crochet kit ■ Your bonus 3mm (UK 10, US D/3) crochet hook ■ Card, 12 x 12cm (4¾ x 4¾") TENSION Tension is not important ABBREVIATIONS (UK) st(s) stitch(es) ch chain ch-sp chain space ss slip stitch tr treble yrh yarn round hook rep repeat FINISHED SIZE Approx. 28cm (11") including tassel Use your bamboo hook to whip up your colourful granny square hanging. New to crochet? Turn to page 87 for a handy guide to each of the stitches used. Instructions The main section of the hanging is worked in the round, with the first ch3 of each round counting as 1 tr throughout. When changing colour, do so on the last yrh of the previous st. Unless stated otherwise, this…

Anna Machul As well as sewing cute stuffed animals, Anna also loves travelling. She’s visited 36 countries and alway tries to find time for a new adventure, be it a long trip to Indonesia or simply exploring a nearby forest on her bike. Sew Anna’s cute felt fox and badger on page 18. www.amurutoys.etsy.com Lysa Flower Designer, artist and quilter Lysa lives near Vancouver, Canada. She recently learned how to climb a rope, and has been hugged by a sea lion. If she was a print she’d be a polka dot, because dots are unassuming and polkas are outrageously fun! Make Lysa’s patchwork eye cushions on page 36. www.lysaflower.com Nicole Crowder Upholsterer Nicole loves anything savoury, and could eat pasta all day. Inspired by philosophies that encourage taking time to…

HOW TO MAKE EMBROIDERED WALL ART MATERIALS ■ Embroidery hoop, 15cm (6") ■ Calico cotton twill fabric, 25 x 25cm (9 7/8") ■ Embroidery thread in mocha brown, light beige brown, medium beige brown, dark peach, golden brown, pine green, brown-grey, dark avocado green and very dark avocado green (we used DMC Stranded Cotton in 3033, 842, 840, 407, 3826, 3363, 3022, 936 and 934) ■ Embroidery needle, size 24 ■ Heat erasable marker pen If you love embroidery but prefer your projects weekend-length, this fun make’s for you. We’re such huge fans of Miriam’s modern portraits here at Mollie as she always manages to capture such joy in each design. From the textured chunky knit jumper to the swooshed-back ponytail on this gal – with a special shout-out for…

Washington-based Nicole had already lived in several different countries by the time she reached her teens. Born in Germany, she spent the first five years of her life in Europe. “My parents were in the military so we moved around every three years. We eventually settled in the states, but I also spent time in South Korea.” Nicole credits her unconventional upbringing for informing her connection to people, and her curiosities about different cultures, food, music and art. “At the time I found it unsettling because I didn’t feel normal,” she recalls, but when Nicole started university she began to understand the value of her unique experience. She went on to study English and history, but once she took a photography class she “got the bug”. Ten years later, after…

“I was so excited when Team Mollie asked me to design a fun, summery crochet kit for you! I wanted to create something colourful and easy to make that would brighten up any space around the home. This simple boho wall hanging is made using a combination of bright colours and softer hues, while the chunky multi-coloured tassel at the bottom adds a bit of fun. The main section is essentially a granny square, so ideal for beginners. Plus, you get a handy bamboo hook to start off your crochet stash! I’ve hung mine by my desk to cheer me up whenever I see it.” Sarah-Jane is a crochet designer living in Norfolk with her family and crazy dog, Rosie. She loves writing patterns and her designs are always quirky…

HOW TO MAKE STATEMENT SLEEVES MATERIALS ■ Sleeveless dress or top ■ Plain paper ■ Ruler ■ 1m fabric, 152.5cm (60") wide ■ Sticky tape ■ Safety pin ■ Elastic, 1cm (½") wide Be it bell-shaped, balloon or batwing, it’s all about the statement sleeve right now. How big you go is totally your call, but we’re thinking maximum flounce. Following trends can seem a bit fast fashion-like, but with Juliet’s simple hack, you can easily update any sleeveless top or dress at the back of your wardrobe. Plus, it’s a great way to take a summer-only item through the chillier seasons. It might be tricky to source the same fabric as your garment, so opt for something complementary or contrasting, depending on how much drama you’re after. 01 If…

HOW TO MAKE PATCHWORK CUSHIONS MATERIALS ■ 1m (39 3/8") Cloud9 Fabrics Glimmer Solids in Pearl Metallic (Fabric A) (we got ours from www.hawthorne supplyco.com) ■ 1m (39 3/8") Moda Bella Solids in Sister’s Pink (Fabric B) (we got Fabrics B-E from www. dinkydoo.com) ■ 50cm (19¾") Robert Kaufman Kona Solids in Black (Fabric C) ■ 30 x 20cm (11 7/8 x 7 7/8") Robert Kaufman Kona Solids in White (Fabric D) ■ 15 x 15cm (6 x 6") FreeSpirit Fabrics Tula Pink Solids in Julep (Fabric E) ■ 1m (39 3/8") quilt wadding ■ Tailor’s chalk ■ Matching sewing thread ■ Rotary cutter ■ Cutting mat ■ Wire brush ■ Embroidery scissors ■ Masking tape ■ Two cushion pads Just when you think you know a craft, it still…

HOW TO MAKE A KNITTED MAKE UP BAG MATERIALS ■ Three balls of Bergere de France Cotons Nature Roc, 100% organic cotton, 50g/90m per ball (we got ours from www. lovecrafts.com ) ■ 6mm (UK 4, US 10) knitting needles ■ Yarn needle ■ Zip, 23cm (9 1/8") ■ Sewing needle ■ Matching sewing thread TENSION 20 sts and 17 rows in herringbone stitch to measure 10cm (4") square ABBREVIATIONS (UK) st(s) stitch(es) k knit p purl RS right side WS wrong side SPECIAL TECHNIQUE  herringbone st herringbone stitch – worked as follows: Row 1 (RS) k1, *slip 1 st knitwise onto the right-hand needle, k1, insert the left-hand needle into the slipped st on the right needle and lift it over the knitted st just created. Don’t drop it…

HOW TO MAKE AN ECO CLEANING TRIO MATERIALS For the surface spray ■ Distilled water ■ 3 tbsp castile soap ■ ¼ tsp glycerine ■ Grapefruit essential oil ■ Tea tree essential oil ■ Spray bottle, 500ml ■ Funnel For the washing powder ■ 250g (8¾oz) Savon de Marseille soap ■ 250g (8¾oz) soda crystals ■ 250g (8¾oz) bicarbonate of soda ■ Lavender essential oil ■ Lemon essential oil ■ Grater ■ Large bowl ■ Large glass jar For the toilet bombs ■ 1 cup (180g) bicarbonate of soda ■ ½ cup (125g) citric acid ■ 1-2 tbsp castile soap ■ Zest of one orange (dried) ■ Large bowl ■ Glass jar ■ Silicon ice cube tray Finding ways to be more planet-friendly is hugely important to Team Mollie ,…

HOW TO MAKE A CHUNKY KNIT SCARF MATERIALS ■ Wool and the Gang Crazy Sexy Wool, 100% wool, 200g/80m per ball, two balls each in Duck Egg Blue (Yarn A) and Red Ochre (Yarn B) ■ 15mm (US 19) straight or circular needles ■ Yarn needle TENSION Approx. 6 sts and 12 rows in garter st to measure 10cm (4") square ABBREVIATIONS (UK)  st(s) stitch(es) k knit RS right side WS wrong side LH left-hand RH right-hand SPECIAL TECHNIQUES Intarsia Intarsia creates big blocks of colour while ensuring the WS of the work is neat and tidy. It also lessens the number of ends you have to weave in at the end. To do this, ensure the working yarns are wrapped in the correct direction as follows: working on the…

“The possibilities are endless... unleash your inner designer.” Hands up if you have clothes you never wear in your wardrobe. You’re not alone – most of us only wear 20% of our clothes, with the rest stashed at the back because they’re too small, out of fashion or just don’t suit us. I set up Converted Closet to show people how to convert and style neglected clothes. And you don’t even have to thread a needle – if sewing isn’t your thing, take your conversions to a seamstress. Dig out something you’re not wearing and identify what you don’t like about it. If it’s the fit, great – that’s an easy fix as you can take things in, let things out or change hemlines. But what if the style is…