Innehållsförteckning för February 2022 från Mollie Magazine

CHANNEL A LITTLE MAXIMALIST ENERGY . Rice is the Danish brand that has bright, fun homeware down. Each item is functional and beautiful, which sounds dreamy to us. They have strong ethical values and are committed to contributing to social projects around the world, including supporting the women crafting their raffia pieces in Madagascar, and making bags with India’s Lakshya Foundation that helps children get a better education. The new range is worth planning your tablescape around. www.ricebyrice.com ADD SOME WAVES to your space with this understated, simple mirror from trending homeware specialists Pier Haus. It’s a quick way to get the retro curves trend into your life without needing to change anything drastic or invent a new colour scheme. Plus, as well as being super useful for touch-ups if…

MAXIMALISM No more quiet understated looks – we want loud, bright and exciting. Think clashing colours, unusual prints, painted furniture and patterns galore. Just a touch of something maximalist can change a space or look, but if you’re really loving it, go for the whole room. 01 Abstract art is key when you’re channelling your best maximalist energy. Artist Kim Van Vuuren is all about swirling shapes and bold colour that’ll catch your eye and be the focus of any room you choose to add it to. www.omgbcn.com 02 Wallpaper is having a moment and it’s no surprise. For wall art that packs a punch, Catherine Rowe Designs is delivering. The muted grey tone of this style means your focus is on those sweet dog and flower motifs. www.catherinerowe designs.com…

At Mollie Makes , we want inclusivity to be at the heart of what we do. We’re committed to creating content that reflects and celebrates the diversity of the handmade community. Craft is for everyone, regardless of ethnicity, age, size, ability, sexual orientation or gender identity. We have begun work on a plan to drive meaningful change, but we know it’s a work in progress. We want to listen to you, our readers. Join the conversation on Instagram @ molliemakes or get in touch at molliemakes@immediate.co.uk.…

HOW TO MAKE A MILAGROS HEART CUSHION MATERIALS ■ 50 x 50cm (19¾ x 19¾") punch needle frame or wooden embroidery hoop ■ 2.5mm punch needle tool ■ 120 x 60cm (47/8 x 23 /8") beige linen fabric ■ Stylecraft Special DK, 100% acrylic, 100g/295m per ball, one ball each in Fiesta (1257), Matador (1010), Royal (1117), Magenta (1084), Mustard (1823) and Cream (1005) ■ Sirdar Hayfield Bonus DK, 100% acrylic, 100g/280m per ball, one ball each in Azure (824) and Sunflower (978) ■ Staple gun or drawing pins ■ Marker pen ■ Rico punch needle ■ Fabric glue ■ Soft toy filling ■ Sewing machine ■ Matching thread FINISHED SIZE 30 x 30cm (11/8 x 11 /8") Milagros are traditionally from Spanish and Mexican culture, offered in gratitude or…

HOW TO MAKE A CROCHET VEST MATERIALS ■ Paintbox Yarns Wool Mix Aran, 50% Wool/50% Acrylic, 100g/180m per ball; one ball each in Granite Grey (806) (Yarn A), Dusty Rose (841) (Yarn B) and Daffodil Yellow (821) (Yarn C) (we got ours from www.lovecrafts. com ) ■ 2 (2, 3, 3) balls in Champagne White (802) (Yarn D) ■ 5mm (UK 6, US H/8) crochet hook ■ Yarn needle TENSION A granny square to the first 4 rounds is approx. 11.5cm (4 /8") square ABBREVIATIONS (UK ) st(s) stitch(es) ch chain ss slip stitch sp(s) space(s) ch-sp(s) chain space(s) dc double crochet tr treble yrh yarn round hook tr2tog treble 2 together – (yrh, insert hook in next st, yrh and pull up loop, yrh and draw through 2 loops)…

Our lives are looking very different to this time two years ago. Change has felt constant and unpredictable, but it’s the way we’ve dealt with it that matters. Ana Valls is a master of this. She’s gone from the world of journalism into creating her own sewing business, moved countries and set up abroad, and adapted her business as everything moved online. Ana single-handedly runs CocoWawa – avid readers will remember her beautiful Plum dress pattern in Issue 129 – selling sewing patterns and offering classes to teach beginners her craft, as well as managing social media and her website, and dealing with all the little behind-the-scenes parts that we never think about. She gives us the run-down on how being flexible and fostering a community has helped her to…

Designer Amanda Tiller has honed the fusion of timeless and modern pieces for the home. The brand uses jesmonite to make each product by hand with the beautiful signature marbled effect. The range includes vases, candle holders, towel rings and trays, each uniquely decorated with those swirling contrasting colours. www.misshandled.co.uk 01 The vases are hand poured into a mould before the marbled design is added. 02 Their range looks amazing with the clashing colours of dyed dried flowers. 03 Jesmonite is water-based and heat-resistant making it more eco-friendly than traditional concrete.…

HOW TO MAKE A FRILLY TOTE MATERIALS ■ 1 metre pink gingham at least 150cm (59 /8") wide ■ 50cm (19¾") lightweight interfacing ■ 5 x 10cm (2 x 4") red cotton ■ 10 x 10cm (4 x 4") green cotton ■ 20cm (7/8") of 1cm ( /8") wide green ribbon ■ Red and green embroidery thread ■ Fabric marker ■ Matching pink thread ■ Dark thread ■ Sewing machine ■ Tracing paper This is cute cottagecore vibes with a hint of pop art that we’re obsessed with. You can never have too many statement accessories to jazz up your outfits and Samantha’s design gets you trying new techniques to really up your sewing game in 2022. 01 First create the pattern pieces for the bag. Using the tracing paper,…

HOW TO MAKE KNITTED YOGA SOCKS MATERIALS ■ Viking of Norway Nordlys, 75% wool/ 25% nylon, 100g/350m per ball, one ball in 977 (Yarn A) ■ 50cm (19¾") length of any 4-ply yarn (Yarn B) ■ Four 3mm (UK 11, US 2/3) double pointed knitting needles, or one 3mm (UK 11, US 2/3) 80cm (31½") circular knitting needle or two 3mm (UK 11, US 2/3) 40cm (16") circular knitting needles ■ Two stitch markers ■ Yarn needle TENSION Approx. 28 sts and 36 rows in stocking stitch to measure 10cm (4") ABBREVIATIONS (UK)  st(s) stitch(es) dpn double pointed needles k knit p purl st st stocking stitch – every round knit k2tog knit the next 2 sts together ssk slip 2sts onto the right-hand needle, place the left-hand needle through…

CROCHET STITCH GUIDE USE OUR HANDY GUIDE FOR THE CROCHET VEST ON PAGE 24 SLIP STITCH (SS) This stitch has no height, and is often used to join rounds 01 The slip stitch is used to join a length of chain into the round. Insert the hook from front to back into the first chain worked. Wrap the yarn round the hook (yrh) in an anti-clockwise direction. 02 Pull the yarn through the chain stitch (as shown), and then the loop already on the hook, to make a slip stitch. You can also work this stitch into each stitch along a row to form a neat edging. CHAIN STITCH Use this stitch to make your foundation chain 01 Hold the hook in your dominant hand, and the yarn end and…

Makiko Hastings Makiko is a potter based in a small town in Yorkshire but hailing from Japan. Her work is influenced by her culture, simple shapes and functionality with beautifully balanced colours. Read about how Makiko makes emotion a key part of her work on page 90 www.makikohastings.com Michelle Seeto Michelle is a university student studying science. To take a break from her hectic schedule, she enjoys relaxing in the kitchen and whisking up delicious recipes. She started her blog, Beyond Our Sky, to encourage people to follow their dreams and make their day a little bit brighter. Cook up Michelle’s delicious pancake trio on page 78 www.beyondoursky.com Samantha Waude Samantha loves sewing garments and quilts from her home in Gateshead. When she’s away from her machine, you’ll find her…

01 True painterly style. www.lucyandyak.com 02 Add some fun to your feature wall. www.hovia.com 03 Morning coffee, but make it seventies. www.notonthe highstreet.com/ajouterstore 04 One-of-a-kind notes. www.studiopaperie.co.uk 05 Fringing, beads and statement colours all in one. www.takeshape-studio.com 06 Earn your crochet stripes. www.realmdesigns.org 07 The best kind of finishing touch to add to everything. www.thebargelloedit.com 08 Amp up your bath time with a little more colour. www.peachyparrot.com 09 Next-level papercraft. www.octaevo.com…

HOW TO MAKE A TAROT CARD EMBROIDERY HOOP MATERIALS ■ 30 x 30cm (12 x 12") pink cotton fabric ■ 30 x 30cm (12 x 12") fusible medium-weight interfacing ■ Dressmaker’s carbon paper ■ 20 x 25cm (7/8x 9 /8") oval flexi hoop ■ 20 x 25cm (7/8x 9 /8") felt ■ Gold seed beads ■ Stranded cotton, one skein each of red and gold metallic ■ Beading thread ■ Beading needle, size 12 ■ Embroidery needle ■ Dressmaker’s shears ■ Hot glue gun The World card in tarot represents reflection on a completed journey – taking note of trials and tribulations as well as your achievements and successes. It encourages you to be grateful for every experience and see how that’s helped you grow as a person. Even if…

HOW TO MAKE A PAINTED DISH MATERIALS ■ Ceramic dish ■ Dark blue acrylic paint ■ Gold acrylic paint ■ Small and medium paint brush ■ Sealant ■ Hairdryer There’s something reassuring about the cyclical nature of the moon waxing and waning. The full moon is linked to mental clarity because its brightness means you can see more clearly, where the crescent moon offers quiet time to reflect on challenges and achievements of the month. We’re celebrating gratitude this issue, so it’s nice to create a little emblem of that to keep in your home. Becki‘s project is super easy and definitely one that you could get done in an afternoon if the inspiration takes you. Plus, it‘s a lovely way of upcycling any tired looking dishes you‘ve got lying…

HOW TO MAKE A READING NOOK CANOPY MATERIALS ■ 3 metres x 130cm double gauze fabric in orange and pink (we got ours from www.minerva. com . Mollie readers can get 15% off gauze fabric using the code “MMDG15” from January 20th to March 7th 2022) ■ 60cm (23 5/8") diameter hula hoop ■ Machine thread ■ Tailor’s chalk ■ Sewing machine ■ Scrap paper Everyone remembers the first book they fell in love with as a child – they never leave us . And seeing as imagination is so important in story time, you need the right setting. Sophia’s project creates a little haven for dreaming up new adventures, whether that’s wandering through a classic fairy-tale, discovering new friends or filling up with facts. Switch up the colours of…

No one wants to be bossed, or hectored, or to read well-meaning words your eyes just end up gliding over. We’re not in the market for snake oil or woo-woo but even the most realistic among us are open to a little magic – and science – to lift us out of the trough into which life sometimes flings us. For creatives and sole traders, silver linings are often DIY, which is why Instagram is crammed with quotes on how to be our ‘best selves’, (for many, a cue to shrink into tortoise mode). So, ignore Insta’s uninspiring commands and instead embrace the alchemy of switching your attitude to one of self-gratitude and kindness. I’ll start. Thank you for reading this article. Now, your turn. Thank yourself for reading it.…

HOW TO MAKE PANCAKES THREE WAYS INGREDIENTS ■ 150g (5oz) self-raising flour ■ 1 tsp baking powder ■ 1 tbsp sugar ■ 1 egg ■ 150ml (5fl oz) milk ■ 1 tsp vanilla extract ■ Neutral oil or butter for cooking ■ 50g (1¾ oz) unsalted butter, room temperature ■ 30g (1 oz) brown sugar ■ 1½ tsp ground cinnamon ■ Seasonal edible flowers For the vegan pancakes ■ 150g (5oz) plain flour ■ 1 tbsp caster sugar ■ 150ml (5 fl oz) plant-based milk (such as soy or almond milk) ■ 120ml (4 fl oz) water ■ ½ tsp vanilla extract ■ Vegan whipped cream, to serve ■ Raspberry coulis, to serve EQUIPMENT ■ Non-stick pan ■ Medium bowl ■ Small bowl ■ Whisk ■ Reusable piping bag ■…