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Hello Hooksters! We’resoproudthatthisisour100th Simply Crochet! A heartfelt thank you to all our loyal readers and contributors for coming on this amazing hooky journey with us. We hope you like this birthday issue which was mostly put together while the UK was in lockdown. With models unable to work we had to get creative with ways to show you our lovely garments! Please take time to appreciate the gorgeous illustration of the loop stitch jacket on page 26 by Dena Cooper. And what better way to celebrate a birthday than a big crochet community knees-up in the form of Granny Square Day! On 15 August, crocheters worldwide will be sharing their granny squares on Instagram with the hashtag #grannysquareday2020 to make a virtual blanket! Visit @simplycrochetmag on Instagram to find out…

Summer style Hook up a gorgeous go-to summer top 1 ASYMMETRIC VEST The Slide Tank Top is made using short rows giving it this cool “landscape” effect! Get the pattern from Linda Skuja’s Ravelry store for £5.69. For colour inspo, search for the hashtag #SlideTankTop on social media. 2 COLD SHOULDER The Taylor Tank is a “sassy and fun top for all body types to enjoy”, with pretty flowers across the neck and shoulder line. It’s £5.06 from Etsy store Sierra’s Crochet Crafts. 3 MESH T-SHIRT The Simple Scarfie T-Shirt uses a mesh design that looks great over a plain vest, top, or swimwear. Head to Ravelry store Wilmade to get your pattern for £2.29. 4 CLASSIC TOP The Sunburst top uses lace stitch to create an on-trend look, and…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Scheepjes Stonewashed (78% cotton, 22% acrylic, 50g/130m) 2 balls of Yarn A Morganite (834) 1 ball of each: Yarn B Turquoise (824) Yarn C Moonstone (801) Yarn D Carnelian (823) ■ Scrap of black yarn ■ A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook ■ Stitch markers ■ Polyester toy stuffing ■ Small bead (optional) For yarn stockists contact Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com/en TENSION Tension is not critical for this project, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Socktopus measures approx 16cm (6¼in) tall ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 86 Octopuses aren’t known for wearing socks but we’re sure they’d love a few pairs to put on when the water’s a bit chilly. And what fun for us humans to decide which sock goes on…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Rowan Cotton Cashmere (85% cotton, 15% cashmere, 50g/125m) Yarn A Linen (211) ■ Rowan Creative Linen (50% linen, 50% cotton, 100g/200m) Yarn B Natural (621) See table for measurements and yarn quantities ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook For yarn stockists contact www.knitrowan.com01484 668200 TENSION 16 sts and 8 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over patt using a 4mm hook or size needed to obtain stated tension ABBREVIATIONS BegDtrX Ch2, skip next st, yrh, insert hook in next st, yrh, draw loop through, (yrh, draw through 2 loops) twice, ch4 (this ch-4 forms top-right ‘leg’ of the ‘X’ and ch-1 sp), yrh, insert hook halfway down st just made where lower ‘legs’ join, yrh, draw loop through, (yrh, draw through 2 loops) twice DtrX (Yrh) twice,…

1 Follow the instructions in your pattern, or try this method. Cut two pieces of yarn, twice as long as you want the fringe to be. Fold in half. 2 Insert hook through the edge of the fabric, where you want the first piece of fringing to be placed. Loop the yarn lengths over the hook and pull back through the fabric. 3 Pull the yarn lengths to make a small loop next to the fabric. Pass the ends of the yarn lengths through this loop and pull tight to secure. 4 Repeat from step 1 along the edge of your fabric, as close together or far apart as you wish. Use a matching or contrasting yarn colour. Trim any uneven lengths of yarn to create a neat finish.…

1 Lucy says: “Make sure you’re confident with the basics of making chains and treble crochets before you begin, then find a good online resource to help you visually learn how a granny square is formed. You will learn more easily this way than from the traditional written pattern.” 2 Lucy warns: “Make sure you understand the difference between US and UK crochet terms. I learnt the basic stitches from a UK resource, but the pattern I found online used US terms and I had no idea there was a difference. It took me ages to work out where I was going wrong.” 3 Margaret says: “I suggest that a newbie uses a worsted weight, solid colour, plain yarn in a wool and acrylic blend.” 4 Weave in the ends…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Cascade Superwash 220 (100% wool, 100g/200m) 1 ball of each: Yarn A Aran (817) Yarn B Walnut Heather (862) Yarn C Burnt Orange (823) Yarn D Turquoise (812) ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ■ Cushion insert, 30x50cm ■ 5 buttons, 1.5cm ■ Small bell (optional) For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk TENSION 17 sts and 17 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) MEASUREMENTS Cushion measures 36x58cm (14x22¾in) ABBREVIATIONS bobble (Yrh with colour indicated leaving a 10cm tail, insert hook in st, yrh and pull up a loop, yrh and draw through 2 loops) 7 times, yrh with Yarn A, draw through all loops on hook For a full list, see page 86 NOTES Cushion is made of three Panels: one large Panel for…

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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.…

SKILL LEVEL Easy peasy YOU WILL NEED ■ DK in 6 shades ■ A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook SQUARE Using any colour, ch8 and ss to first ch to form a loop. Round 1 Ss into ring, (ch11, ss into ring) 12 times. [12 ch-11 sps] Fasten off. Join next colour in any ch-11 sp. Round 2 Ch1 (does not count as a st) dc in same sp, *ch6, dc into next ch-11 sp, (ch4, dc in next ch-11 sp) twice; rep from * 3 times more, ss to beg dc. [12 dc, 4 ch-6 sps, 8 ch-4 sps] Round 3 Ch1, dc in first dc, *(htr, tr, dtr, ch2, dtr, tr, htr) in next ch-6 sp, (dc in next dc, 4dc in next ch-4 sp, dc in…

SKILL LEVEL A bit tricky YOU WILL NEED ■ DK in 7 shades ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook SQUARE Using Yarn A, ch6, ss to first ch to join into a ring. Round 1 (RS) Ch2 (counts as htr throughout), 15htr into ring, ss to top of beg ch-2. [16 sts] Fasten off. Round 2 Join Yarn B in any stitch, ch2, htr in next htr, (ch1, htr in next 2 htr) 7 times, ch1, ss to top of beg ch-2. [16 sts, 8 ch-sps] Fasten off. Round 3 Join Yarn C in any ch-1 sp, ch1 (does not count as st), *(dc, 2htr, tr, ch1, tr, 2htr, dc) in ch-1 sp (this forms a corner), ss in sp between next 2 htr, (dc, 2htr, dc) in next ch-1…

SKILL LEVEL A bit tricky YOU WILL NEED ■ DK in 2 shades ■ A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook ■ A button NOTES Square is worked in a corner to corner construction (c2c). Each row is worked diagonally and is made up of c2c blocks. Each c2c block is made up of (ch3, 3tr), beginning with 1 block in the first row, increasing to two blocks in the second row, and so on. SQUARE Using Yarn A, ch6. Row 1 (RS) Tr in fourth ch from hook, tr in next 2 ch, turn. [1 c2c block] Row 2 (WS) Ch6 (counts as foundation ch and ch3 of first block throughout), tr in fourth ch from hook, tr in next 2 ch, ss in ch-3 sp of previous row, (ch3, 3tr)…

SKILL LEVEL Go pro YOU WILL NEED ■ DK in 4 shades ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ABBREVIATIONS FPdtr Yrh twice, insert hook around post of st indicated working from the front, yrh and pull up a loop, (yrh and pull through 2 loops on hook) 3 times FP2tog *Yrh 5 times, working from front to back to front insert hook around FPdtr on Round 5 (to right of current position if right-handed), yrh and pull through a loop, (yrh and pull through 2 loops) 5 times, rep from * once more working around the next FPdtr from Round 5, yrh and pull through all loops on hook For a full list, see page 63 NOTES Square is worked in rounds, with RS facing throughout, change colour on the…

SKILL LEVEL Easy peasy YOU WILL NEED ■ DK in 5 shades ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook SQUARE With Yarn A, ch5, ss to first ch to join into a ring. Round 1 (RS) Ch3 (counts as tr throughout), 2tr into ring, (ch1, 3tr into ring) 3 times, ch1, ss to top of beg ch-3. [12 sts] Fasten off. Join Yarn B in any ch-1 sp. Round 2 Ch1 (does not count as a st throughout), *(dc, ch3, dc, ch3) in each ch-sp around, ss to beg dc. [8 sts, 8 ch-3 sps] Fasten off. Join Yarn C in a ch3 corner sp. Round 3 Ch3, 2tr into corner sp, ch1, 3tr in same ch-sp, *3tr into next ch-3 sp, (3tr, ch1, 3tr) into next corner sp, rep from…

SKILL LEVEL Easy peasy YOU WILL NEED ■ DK in 3 shades ■ A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook SQUARE Using Yarn A, make a magic loop. Round 1 (RS) Ch3 (counts as tr throughout), 11tr into loop, ss to top of beg ch-3 to join. [12 sts] Fasten off. Join Yarn B in sp between 2 sts. Round 2 Ch3, tr in same space, 2tr in each space between 2 sts, ss to top of beg ch-3. [12 2-tr groups] Fasten off. Join Yarn C in sp between two 2-tr groups. Round 3 Ch3, 2tr in same space, *skip 2 sts, 3tr in sp between two 2-tr groups, rep from * around, ss to top of beg ch-3.[12 3-tr groups] Fasten off. Join Yarn A in any sp between two…

SKILL LEVEL A bit tricky YOU WILL NEED ■ DK in 3 shades ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook SQUARE Using Yarn A, ch4 and ss to first ch to form a loop. Round 1 (RS) Ch3 (counts as a tr throughout), 2tr in loop, (ch2, 3tr in loop) 3 times, ch2, ss to top of beg ch-3. [12 sts, 4 ch-sps] Round 2 Ch3, tr in next 2 sts, (2tr, ch2, 2tr) in ch-2 sp, *tr in next 3 sts, (2tr, ch2, 3tr) in next ch-2 sp, rep from *twice more, ss to top of beg ch-3. [28 sts, 4 ch-sps] Round 3 Ch3, *tr in each st to ch-2 sp, (2tr, ch2, 2tr) in ch-2 space, rep from * to end, ss to top of beg ch-3.[44 sts,…

SKILL LEVEL Easy peasy YOU WILL NEED ■ DK in 4 shades ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ABBREVIATIONS 3- tr cl (3 treble cluster) (Yrh, insert hook into st, yrh and pull up loop, yrh and draw through 2 loops) 3 times, yrh and draw through all 4 loops 4-tr cl (4 treble cluster) (Yrh, insert hook into st, yrh and pull up loop, yrh and draw through 2 loops) 4 times, yrh and draw through all 5 loops For a full list, see page 63 SQUARE Using Yarn A, make a magic loop. Round 1 (RS) Ch1, 8dc into loop. [8 sts] Round 2 Ch3 (counts as first leg of cl), 3-tr cl in first dc, ch3, *4-tr cl in next dc, ch3, rep from *around, ss to…

SKILL LEVEL A bit tricky YOU WILL NEED ■ DK in 5 shades ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook SQUARE Using Yarn A, ch6, ss to first ch to join into a ring. Round 1 (RS) Ch3 (counts as tr throughout), 15tr into ring, ss to top of beg ch-3. [16 sts] Fasten off. Round 2 Join Yarn B in any stitch with a ss, ch4 (counts as tr, ch1), (tr in next tr, ch1) 15 times, ss to top of beg ch-3. [16 sts, 16 ch-sps] Fasten off. Round 3 Join Yarn C in any stitch with a ss, ch3, (2tr in next ch-1 sp, tr in next tr) 15 times, 2tr in next ch-1 sp, ss to top of beg ch-3. [48 sts] Fasten off. Round 4 Join…

SKILL LEVEL Easy peasy YOU WILL NEED ■ DK in 3 neon shades ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ABBREVIATIONS popcorn 5tr in same sp, remove loop from hook, insert hook into top of first tr, place loop back on hook and pull through st, ch1 to secure For a full list, see page 63 SQUARE Using any colour, ch4 and ss to first ch to form a loop. Round 1 (RS) Ch1 (doesn’t count as a st), 12dc into loop, ss to beg dc to Join. [12 sts] Round 2 (Ch10, ss in next st) 12 times. [12 ch-10 sps] Fasten off. Join next colour into 5th ch of any ch-10 sp. Round 3 Ch1, *dc in ch-10 sp, ch4, dc in next ch-10 sp, ch4, (popcorn, ch3, popcorn)…

SKILL LEVEL Easy peasy YOU WILL NEED ■ DK in 4 shades of the same colour, plus cream (5 shades in total) ■ A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook NOTES Order colours from darkest to lights, with the darkest shade labelled as Yarn A and the lightest as Yarn D. SQUARE Using Yarn A, make a magic loop. Round 1 (RS) Ch3 (counts as tr throughout), 11tr into loop, ss to top of beg ch-3. [12 sts] Fasten off. Join Yarn B in any st. Round 2 Ch3, tr in same st, 2tr in each st around, ss to top of beg ch-3. [24 sts] Fasten off. Join Yarn C in any st. Round 3 Ch3, 2tr in next st, (tr in next st, 2tr in next st) 11…

SKILL LEVEL Easy peasy YOU WILL NEED ■ DK in 5 shades ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook SQUARE Using Yarn A, ch6, ss to first ch to join into a ring. Round 1 Ch3 (counts as tr throughout), 11tr into ring, ss to top of beg ch-3. [12 sts] Fasten off. Round 2 Join Yarn B in top of beg ch-3 with a ss, ch3, tr in st at base of ch-3, 2tr in each tr around, ss to top of beg ch-3. [24 sts] Fasten off. Round 3 Join Yarn C in top of beg ch-3 with a ss, ch3, 5tr between first 2 tr to form corner, ch8, sk next 6 tr, 6tr between 7th and 8th tr, ch8, sk next 6 tr, 6tr between 13th and…

VICKIE SMITH Vickie finds crocheting very therapeutic and enjoys creating. She loves seeing the many different ways yarn can be used. See her tote bag on page 65. BEARDIE AND BLONDIE They are a couple of yarn addicts who focus on cute, modern amigurumi, and create simple crochet patterns with minimal sewing. Find their octopus on page 29. MARJAN GOUDA Marjan is a designer who loves crocheting modern accessories and home décor. She hopes to inspire other makers to crochet, craft, and create! Check out her wallhanging on page 56. DENA COOPER Dena is a freelance illustrator. Her fashion design education and early career as a womenswear designer in New York inspire her work. See her jacket illustration on page 26. OTHER CONTRIBUTORS Natalie Beard, Jessica Bennett, Khuc Cay, Lucy…

CROCHET HACKING EMMA FRIEDLANDERCOLLINS (£15.99,SearchPress) Repair and refashion clothes using crochet, with advice from designer Emma Friedlander-Collins, a regular contributor to Simply Crochet. Get new life from your clothes with this innovative new crochet technique! Whether it’s repairing or completely restyling, these fun crochet ideas will keep unloved unworn garments out of landfill and bring them back to life as your new wardrobe faves. JAPANESE WONDER CROCHET NIHON VOGUE & GAYLE ROEHM (£12.99, Tuttle Publishing) This book introduces crafters outside Japan to the wonderful crochet techniques and charts that are so popular within the country. It shows a creative approach to classic crochet stitches such as Aran, Bavarian, waffle, and many more. Japanese crochet expert Gayle Roehm explains the differences and similarities between Japanese and Western styles of crochet. AFGHANS…

RUG Throw some shapes on the floor with this bold rug by Emma Leith ■ West Yorkshire Spinners Retreat Chunky Roving (100% wool, 100g/140m), 10 balls of Pure (010), 3 balls of Reflect (099), 2 balls of each: Bliss (692), Calm (738), Tranquil (341), Ponder (393) ■ A 9mm (US N/15) hook ■ Stitch markers TENSION Tension is not critical for this project, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Rug measures approx 100x145cm (39½ x57in) NOTES Rug is constructed from eight Square Panels, six Side Triangle Panels and four Corner Panels. All Panels are worked first, then joined together at the end. Each Square Panel is worked in rounds of ‘blocks’, beginning with 1 block in Round 1, 4 blocks in Round 2, 8 blocks in Round…

1 If you need to work stripes in a spiral, your pattern will ask you to change colour. Always do this on the last yrh of the last stitch of the round in the previous colour. 2 Work the first stitch of the new round in the new colour and place a stitch marker in this first stitch. 3 Work a round of double crochet stitches until you’ve worked the last stitch of the round. The next stitch you’ll want to work into will have the stitch marker in it. 4 You’ll need to remove the marker, work the first stitch of the new round and then replace the stitch marker in this first stitch, to mark the start of the round again.…

YOU WILL NEED ■ King Cole Pricewise DK (100% acrylic, 100g/282m) 3 balls of each: Larkspur (013) Orange (144) Candy (040) Shamrock (039) 2 balls of each: Surf (143) Blossom (1743) 1 ball of each: Clerical (049) Sand (1695) ■ Black stranded cotton ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook For yarn stockists contact King Cole 01756 703670 www.kingcole.com TENSION Each Square to measure approx 15x15cm (6x6in) before JAYG round MEASUREMENTS Blanket measure approx 110x110cm (34¼x34¼in) For a full list, see page 86 If you’re missing elderly relatives, we might have a solution: wrap yourself in a hug from Granny and Grampy, via this blanket! Choose their fave colours for a personal touch. NOTES Blanket is made up of 49 Squares. There are 5 different Square patterns, which are all worked…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Schachenmayr Catania (100% cotton, 50g/125m) 6 balls of Petrol (00391) ■ A 2.5mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook ■ Stitch markers For yarn stockists contact LoveCrafts 01409 404010 www.lovecrafts.com TENSION Tension is not critical for this project, but may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Bag measures approx 38x42cm (15x16½in) ABBREVIATIONS pc (pineapple cluster) (Yrh, insert hook in st indicated, yrh and pull up a loop, yrh and pull through one loop on hook) 4 times, yrh and pull through 8 loops on hook, yrh and pull through 2 loops on hook For a full list, see page 86 Ditch the plastic and hook up this tote (or two) in your favourite colour, then carry it with the satisfaction of making something that helps the environment.…

NO-SEW MINI BUNTING *Ch10. ROW 1 Dc in second ch from hook, dc in next 3ch, dc2tog, turn. ROW 2 Ch1, dc2tog, dc in next 3 sts, turn. ROW 3 Ch1, dc in next 2sts, dc2tog, turn. ROW 4 Ch1, dc2tog, dc in next st, turn. ROW 5 Ch1, dc2tog, do not turn. Repeat from * as many times as you like for your desired length. WYS WINWICK MUM COLLECTION WEIGHT 4ply CONTENT 75% wool, 25% nylon BALL 100g/400m HOOK 3.5mm RRP £7.50 West Yorkshire Spinners have teamed up with knitting blogger and designer Winwick Mum to bring four extra-special shades to their award-winning Signature 4ply range. Winwick Mum (aka Christine) specialises in sock patterns, so teaming up with WYS to produce these self-striping sock yarns is the perfect match.…

WHAT’S THE SECRET TO NEAT STRIPES? Brush up on your technique with our simple guide… One of the best parts of crochet is expressing your creativity through colour. Stripes are an eternal favourite of mine because they’re simple yet stylish and the variety is endless. Getting your stripes straight and sharp is easy with a little know-how, so in this workshop I’ll show you two different techniques that you can use to change colour – give them both a try and see which one you prefer. First, we’ll make a stripe pattern with two rows of each colour to practise. You can use any two yarns of the same weight, with a suitable size hook – I’m using DK yarn in cream (Yarn A) and aqua (Yarn B) and a…

Beardie (Mike) and Blondie (Jordon) are a crafty couple who enjoy creative pursuits – from pottery to 3D printing, they are always tinkering! Mike writes: “We had different experiences learning to crochet. For Jordon it started when her grandma was teaching her to knit. Jordon could not get the hang of it, but discovered crochet for which you only need a single ‘needle’! Jordon pestered her grandma to teach her and remembers the day her grandma finally gave in – and the chaos that followed! For me, I first tried to crochet a beanie hat in my teens – it did not go well. The result was a flat doily! I did not return to crochet for over five years. Then one day, I wanted to make a gift for…

SKILL LEVEL A bit tricky YOU WILL NEED ■ DK in 4 shades ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook SQUARE Using Yarn A, ch4 and ss to first ch to form a loop. Round 1 (RS) Ch3 (counts as tr throughout), 2tr into the loop, (ch3, 3tr in loop) 3 times, ch3, ss to top of beg ch-3 to join. [12 sts, 4 ch-sps] Fasten off. Join Yarn B in any ch-sp. Round 2 Ch1, (dc, ch3, dc) in same ch-sp, *ch3, (dc, ch3, dc) in next ch-3 sp, rep from * twice more, ch3, ss to top of beg dc. [8 sts, 8 ch-sps] Round 3 Ss to the next ch-3 sp, ch1, *(dc, ch3, dc) in ch-3 sp, (3tr, ch3, 3tr) in next ch-3 sp, rep from *…

SKILL LEVEL A bit tricky YOU WILL NEED ■ DK in 2 shades ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook SQUARE Using Yarn A, ch8, ss to first ch to join into a ring. Round 1 (RS) *Ch3 (counts as tr throughout), tr in next ch, ch3 (counts as tr throughout), ss into next ch, repeat from * 3 times more. [12 sts] Fasten off. Round 2 Join Yarn B in the top of beg ch-3, *ch3, tr into next tr, ch3, ss in next tr, ch5, ss to top of next ch-3, repeat from * 3 times more. [12 sts, 4 ch-5 sps] Fasten off. Round 3 Join Yarn A in the top of beg ch-3, *ch3, tr in next tr, ch3, ss in next tr, ch2, (tr, ch5, tr)…

SKILL LEVEL Easy peasy YOU WILL NEED ■ DK in 5 shades ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook SQUARE Using Yarn A, make a magic loop. Round 1 (RS) Ch2 (counts as first leg of cl), 4-tr cl into loop, ch1, (5-tr cl in loop, ch1) 7 times, ss to top of beg cl. [8 cl, 8 ch-1 sps] Fasten off. Join Yarn B in any ch-1 sp. Round 2 Ch2 (counts as first leg of cl), (4-tr cl, ch1, 5-tr cl) in same ch-sp, ch1, (5-tr cl, ch1, 5-tr cl, ch1) in each ch-1 sp around, ss to top of beg cl. [16 cl, 16 ch-1 sps] Fasten off. Join Yarn C in second ch-1 sp. Round 3 Ch3 (counts as tr), (1tr, ch2, 2tr) in same ch-sp, *ch1,…

SKILL LEVEL Easy peasy YOU WILL NEED ■ DK in 2 shades ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ABBREVIATIONS dedc (Double extended double crochet) Insert hook into st indicated, yrh and pull up a loop, (yrh and pull through 1 loop on hook) 3 times, yrh and pull yarn through both loops on hook For a full list, see page 63 SQUARE Using Yarn A, ch17. Row 1 (RS) Dc in second ch from hook and each ch across, turn. [16 sts] Row 2 (WS) Ch1, dc in first st, (dedc in the next st, dc in next st) 7 times, dc in final st, turn . Row 3 Ch1, dc in each st across, turn. Row 4 Ch1, dc in first 2 sts, (dedc in next st, dc in…

SKILL LEVEL A bit tricky YOU WILL NEED ■ Any DK in cream, silver, pink, blue and purple ■ A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook ■ Safety eyes ■ Black stranded cotton NOTES Unicorn is worked in a continuous spiral, without closing off each round with a ss. You may find it helpful to mark the first st of the round, moving it up as you work. SQUARE Using cream, ch6. Rows 1 (RS) Dc in second ch from hook and each ch across, turn. [5 dc] Rows 2-5 Ch1 (does not count as a st throughout), dc in eac st across, turn. Change to blue. Row 6 (RS) Ch1, dc in next 4 sts, (dc, ch2, dc) in next st, working down side of Square, dc in next…

SKILL LEVEL Easy peasy YOU WILL NEED ■ DK in 5 shades ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook SQUARE Using Yarn A, ch4, ss to first ch to join into a ring. Round 1 (RS) Ch5 (counts as tr and ch2), (tr into ring, ch2) 7 times, ss to third ch of beg ch-5. Fasten off. Round 2 Join Yarn B in any ch-2 sp with a ss, ch3, 2tr into same ch-2 sp, ch1, (3tr in next ch-2 sp, ch1) 7 times, ss to the top of the beg ch-3. [8 3-tr groups, 8 ch-1 sp] Fasten off. Round 3 Join Yarn C in any ch-1 sp with a ss, ch9 (counts as tr and ch6), *3tr in next ch-1 sp, ch2, 3tr in next ch-1 sp, ch6, rep…

SKILL LEVEL A bit tricky YOU WILL NEED ■ DK in 1 shade ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ABBREVIATIONS puff stitch (Yrh, insert hook into ring and pull a loop to height of a tr) 4 times, yrh and pull through all 9 loops on hook, ch1 to secure For a full list, see page 63 SQUARE Ch5, ss in first ch to make a loop. Round 1 (RS) Ch5 (counts as tr and ch2), (tr into ring, ch2) 7 times, ss to third ch of beginning ch-5. [8 tr, 8 ch-2 sps] Round 2 Ss in next ch-2 sp, pull loop to height of 2cm, puff st in same sp, ch4, (puff st in next ch-2 sp, ch4) 7 times, ss in top of beg puff st. [8…

SKILL LEVEL Easy peasy YOU WILL NEED ■ DK in 2 shades ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ABBREVIATIONS popcorn 4tr in same st, remove loop from hook, insert hook into top of first tr, place loop back on hook and pull through st, ch1 to secure For a full list, see page 63 SQUARE Using Yarn A, ch4 and ss to first ch to form a loop. Round 1 (RS) Ch3 (counts as a tr throughout), 2tr in loop, (ch2, 3tr in loop) 3 times, ch2, ss to top of beg ch-3 to join. [12 sts, 4 ch-2 sp] Fasten off. Join Yarn B in a ch-2 sp. Round 2 Ch3, (tr, ch2, 2tr) in same sp, *FPtr around next tr, popcorn in next tr, FPtr around next tr,**…

For the foreseeable future we will be listing online spaces that offer crochet inspiration and support. The Creative Craft Show have demonstrations by Wool Couture and Yarn Blossom Boutique from their live event www.facebook.com/ thecraftshows/videos/904280153381416/ Skillshare offer free online classes for crochet techniques and projects www.bit.ly/CrochetFreeand you can access their premium classes free for 14 days when you become a member The LoveCrafts Show is a monthly video and audio podcast about everything crafts related www.lovecrafts.com/en-gb/c/article/ thelovecrafts-show-episode-6 Suffering from crochet-induced Carpal Tunnel Syndrome or shoulder pain? Lion Brand Yarn have a couple of useful yoga stretches for you at www.facebook.com/watch/LionBrandYarns…

YOU WILL NEED ■ West Yorkshire Spinners Croft (100% Shetland Island wool, 100g/166m) Yarn A Sullom (010) Yarn B Ollaberry (568) Yarn C Melby (551) Yarn D Seafield (339) Yarn E Quendale (151) See table for measurements and yarn quantities ■ A 5.5mm (US I/9) hook ■ Josy Rose sequins, 1 x JR02761, 1 x JR02764 and 1 x 2773 (available from www.josyrose.com) For yarn stockists contact WY Spinners 01535 664500 www.wyspinners.com TENSION 14.5sts x 11 rows measures 10x10cm (4x4in) over stitch pattern using a 5.5mm hook or size needed to obtain tension Alternatively, measure 29 sts over 20cm for the stitch tension ABBREVIATIONS loop stitch (Worked from WS) Insert hook into the next st, using one finger pull up the yarn to make a loop, pick up both strands…

When I started crocheting I remember swooning over delicate lace creations by Emma of Lulu Loves, hoping that one day I’d be able to read patterns and crochet well enough to recreate her beautiful work. What strikes me most now is how very true to her style she has been all along. It’s something I struggle with (I get so easily distracted!) and so to see her elegant colour palette and design style in every aspect of her work is a wonder to me. I was so happy to talk to her about how she manages to maintain integrity whilst continuing to evolve in the ever changing world of crochet. From designing to blogging, to vlogcasting to book writing, Emma manages to inject her beautifully sophisticated style into whatever she…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Rico Hand-Dyed Happiness (100% wool, 100g/390m) 2 or 3 skeins of Salmon Yellow (006) – see Notes ■ A 5mm (US H/8) hook ■ Broomstick lace tool, 25mm or 25mm (US 15) knitting needle For yarn stockists contact Rico Design www.rico-design.co.uk TENSION Tension is not critical for this project, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Shawl measures 190x72cm (74¾x28¼in) across widest points ABBREVIATIONS bsl Insert hook into st, yrh and pull up a loop, place loop onto broomstick lace tool, leave loop on broomstick tool until next row fdc (foundation dc) Insert hook in base of prev st, yrh and pull up a loop, yrh and pull through 1 loop (ch-1 will sit as base of fdc), yrh and pull through 2 loops…

1 Start a treble in the next stitch or space in the usual way: yrh, insert hook, yrh, pull loop through (3 loops on hook), yrh, pull through first 2 loops (2 loops on hook). Stop here, without finishing. 2 Start a second treble in the same stitch/space: yrh, insert hook in the same stitch again, yrh, pull loop through (4 loops on hook), yrh and pull through first 2 loops (3 loops on hook). 3 Work a partial third treble in same way. Now finish all three tr together: yrh, pull loop through all 4 loops on hook. If working a 4-tr cl make 4 partial trebles, or for a 5-tr cl make 5 partial trebles. 4 This is how your completed 3-tr cluster should look. On the next…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Rowan Creative Linen (50% linen, 50% cotton, 100g/200m) 1 skein of Mustard (647) ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ■ Wooden dowel or stick, 1cm diameter For yarn stockists contact www.knitrowan.com01484 668200 TENSION Tension is not critical for this project, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Wallhanging measures 20x43cm (7¾x17in) ABBREVIATIONS 5-dtr cl *Yrh twice, insert hook in st indicated, yrh and pull up a loop, (yrh and pull through 2 loops) twice; rep from * 4 times more, yrh and pull through all loops on hook dc3tog (Insert hook in next st and pull up a loop) 3 times working across next 3 sts, yrh and pull through all loops on hook For a full list, see page 86 A wallhanging will…

We love a granny square. Thrifty, speedy and primed for experimentation, they tick all our boxes for wind-down crochet time. For most of us it will be one of the first projects we turn to once we’ve mastered the basics, and for those with design aspirations, it’s the perfect medium to try out a few ideas. Lucy of Attic 24 tackled her first granny square just days after getting to grips with crochet. “I learnt the basics of crochet from a friend one afternoon, and attempted my first granny square a day later,” she says. “I made just one wobbly square before deciding to go for it – every square from then on went into my first blanket.” LOOKING BACK The 1970s were a massive moment in granny square’s fashion…

YOU WILL NEED ■ DROPS Belle (53% cotton, 33% viscose, 14% linen, 50g/120m) 2 balls of Yarn A Dandelion (04) 1 ball of Yarn B Jeans Blue (15) ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk TENSION 19sts and 7 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over treble crochet, using a 4mm hook or size needed to obtain correct tension MEASUREMENTS Scarf measure 182cmx13cm (71¾x5in) ABBREVIATIONS ftr (foundation treble) Ch4 (counts as first st), insert hook into last ch from hook, *yrh and pull up a loop, yrh and pull through one loop (this ch-1 will sit at base of st), (yrh and pull through 2 loops) twice, insert hook in ch-1 at base of previous st; rep from * as required 3tog Yrh…

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…

Its our BIG birthday issue and to celebrate we have got together with many of the talented contributors who have worked with us over the 100 issues of Simply Crochet, to bring you this wonderful collection of 100 specially designed motifs. From dogs and doughnuts to butterflies and bees we think you’ll agree there’s something for everyone, and we can’t wait to see what you make with them! Keen to get started? Then why not pay your local yarn shop a visit and top up your stash. Here at Simply Crochet HQ we are avid supporters of high street yarn shops, not only because we love walls of lovely yarn but also the friendly welcome and expert advice we get. Visit the UK Hand Knitting website www.ukhandknitting.com for yarn shop…

SKILL LEVEL Easy peasy YOU WILL NEED ■ DK in 2 shades ■ A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook ■ A 2.5mm (US B/1 or C/2) hook NOTES The Star is worked in a continuous spiral, without closing off each round with a ss. It may be helpful to mark the first st of the round, moving it up as you work. SQUARE Using a 3.5mm hook and Yarn A, ch26. Row 1 (RS) Dc in second ch from the hook and each ch across, turn. [25 sts] Row 2 Ch1, dc in each st to end, turn. Rows 3-25 As Row 2. [25 sts] Fasten off. BORDER Join Yarn A top-right corner. Round 1 (RS) Ch1, *(dc, ch1, dc) in corner, dc in each st or row-end to next corner,…

SKILL LEVEL Easy peasy YOU WILL NEED ■ DK in 5 shades ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ■ Stitch markers SQUARE Using Yarn A, ch4, ss to first ch to join into a ring. Round 1 (RS) Ch3 (counts as tr throughout), 15tr into ring, ss to top of beg ch-3. [16 sts] Fasten off. Join Yarn B in any st. Round 2 Ch3, 2tr in st at base of ch, *ch2, skip 1 tr, tr in next tr, ch2, skip 1 tr, 3tr in next tr, rep from * twice more, ch2, skip 1 tr, tr in next tr, ch2, ss to top of beg ch-3. [16 sts, 8 ch-2 sps] Fasten off. Join Yarn C in top of beg ch-3. Round 3 Ch3, 5tr in next tr,…

SKILL LEVEL Easy peasy YOU WILL NEED ■ DK in 5 shades ■ A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook NOTES There is a Chart on page 61, which you will need to refer to for all colourwork. Each small Square represents 1dc. Read all RS rows from right to left and WS rows from left to right. You will need to wind off two small balls of Yarn A and Yarn C, and three small balls of Yarn D. Change colour on the final yrh of st before colour change is indicated; drop the unused colour ready to pick up again in the next row. SQUARE Using Yarn A, ch20. Row 1 (RS) Dc into second chain from hook and each ch across, turn. [19 sts] Rows 2-4 Ch1, dc in…

SKILL LEVEL A bit tricky YOU WILL NEED ■ Any DK in yellow, black and white ■ A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook ■ 1 button NOTES Square is worked in a corner to corner construction (c2c). Each row is worked diagonally and is made up of c2c blocks. Each c2c block is made up of (ch3, 3tr), beginning with 1 block in the first row, increasing to two blocks in the second row, and so on. SQUARE BEE BODY Using yellow, ch6. Row 1 (RS) Tr in fourth ch from hook, tr in next 2 ch, turn. [1 c2c block] Row 2 (WS) Ch6 (counts as foundation ch and ch-3 of first block throughout), tr in fourth ch from hook, tr in next 2 ch, ss to ch-3 sp of…

SKILL LEVEL A bit tricky YOU WILL NEED ■ DK in 5 shades ■ A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook SQUARE Using Yarn A, ch4. Round 1 (RS) (2tr, dc, 3tr, 2htr, tr, 2htr) in fourth ch from hook, ss to top of beg ch-4 to join. [12 sts] Fasten off. Join Yarn B in fl in next tr. Round 2 (Work in fl throughout) Ch3 (counts as a tr throughout), tr in same st, (2tr, htr) in next st, dc into centre of Round 1 working over the dc, (htr, 2tr) in next st, 2tr in next 4 sts, (tr, dtr, tr) in next st, 2tr in next 3 sts, ss to top of beg ch-3. [38 sts] Fasten off join Yarn C in bl of first tr…

SKILL LEVEL A bit tricky YOU WILL NEED ■ DK in 5 shades ■ A 2.5mm (US B/1 or C/2) hook SQUARE With Yarn A, make a magic loop. Round 1 (RS) Ch2 (counts as htr) htr into loop, ch2, (2htr into loop, ch2) 4 times, ss to top of beg ch-2. [10 sts, 5 ch-sps] Fasten off. Join Yarn B in sp between 2 htr. Round 2 *(Ss, ch1, htr, ch1, ss) in sp between 2htr sts, ch2, skip ch-2 sp, rep from * 4 times more, ss in beg ss. [15 sts, 10 ch-1 sps] Fasten off. Join Yarn C in any ch-2 sp from Round 1 (working in ch-2 sp from Rounds 1 and 2 at the same). Round 3 *(Ss, ch2, 2tr, ch2, 2tr, ch2, ss)…

SKILL LEVEL A bit tricky YOU WILL NEED ■ DK in 2 shades ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ABBREVIATIONS picot Ch3, ss in third ch from hook For a full list, see page 63 SQUARE Using Yarn A, ch7, join with a ss in the first ch to make a loop. Round 1 (RS) Ch4 (counts as dtr throughout), 3dtr, ch3, (4tr, ch3) 3 times, ss to fourth ch of beg ch-4 to join. [16 sts, 4 ch-sps] Round 2 Ch4, (3dtr, ch3, 4dtr) in same sp, *ch2, (4dtr, ch3, 4dtr) in next ch-3 sp, rep from * twice more, ch2, ss to top of beg ch-4. [32 sts, 8 ch-sps] Fasten off. Round 3 Join Yarn B in any ch-3 sp, ch3 (counts as a tr), 4tr in…

SKILL LEVEL Easy peasy YOU WILL NEED ■ DK in 4 shades ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook SQUARE With Yarn A, ch6, ss to first ch to join into a ring. Round 1 Ch3 (counts as tr throughout), 2tr into ring, ch3, (3tr into ring, ch3) 3 times, ss to top of beg ch-3. [4 3-tr groups] Fasten off. Round 2 Join Yarn B in any corner ch-3 sp with a ss, ch3, (2tr, ch1, 3tr) into same ch-3 sp, ch2, *(3tr, ch1, 3tr) into next ch-3 sp, ch2, rep from * twice more, ss to top of beg ch-3. [8 3-tr groups] Fasten off. Round 3 Join Yarn C in any corner ch-1 sp with a ss, ch3, (2tr, ch1, 3tr) into same sp, *ch2, (tr, ch2, tr)…

SKILL LEVEL Go pro YOU WILL NEED ■ DK in 3 shades ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ABBREVIATIONS popcorn 5tr in same sp, drop loop from hook, insert hook in first tr, pick up dropped loop with hook and pull through tr2d Working in front of ch-sp from previous round, tr in indicated skipped st 2 rounds down FPtr2d Working in front of sts/ch-sp from previous round, FPtr around skipped st 2 rounds down FPdtr2tog Working in front of sts/ ch-sp from previous round, FPdtr2tog around each FPtr2d on either side of popcorn 2 rounds down (Note you will be working around each FPtr2d twice) standing st start with a slip knot already on your hook, work directly into the first st For a full list, see page 63…

SKILL LEVEL Easy peasy YOU WILL NEED ■ DK in 4 shades ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ABBREVIATIONS 2-tr cluster (Yrh, insert hook in st indicated, yrh and pull up loop, yrh and draw through 2 loops) twice, inserting the hook in the same st each time, yrh and draw through all 3 loops on hook 3-tr cluster As above, working () 3 times For a full list, see page 63 SQUARE Using Yarn A, make a magic loop. Round 1 (RS) Ch3 (counts as first leg of cluster), 2-tr cluster into loop, ch3, (3-tr cluster into loop, ch3) 4 times, ss to top of 2-tr cluster to join. [5 cluster, 5 ch-3 sps] Fasten off. Join Yarn B in any ch-3 sp. Round 2 *Ch3, 2dtr into same…