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If you’re like me, you’ll start the new year with fresh excitement about crochet makes to come. We’ve got some fab projects to get you going so grab your hook and the last mince pie and read on. Find a spot of Spanish sun in our motif homewares on page 14, or make a stunning black dress for smart or casual occasions on page 47. And don’t forget to use your double-ended hook to make the gorgeous blankets in our Tunisian booklet – there’s help to get you started. Please share your makes on Instagram tagged #sctreblemaker, or on our Facebook group Simply Crochet SCtreblemakers, as we love to see them!…

CROCHET COLORWORK MADE EASY CLAIRE GOODALE (£16.99, Page Street Publishing Co) Find simple techniques to create multicolour sweaters, accessories and home decor. Colourwork expert Claire Goodale guides readers through three distinctive styles – tapestry, intarsia, and Fair Isle – introducing techniques with bright contemporary patterns. Make her Winter’s Breath scarf on page 50. VINTAGE BABY MARLY BIRD & ROBYN CHACHULA (£7.43 approx, Leisure Arts) A wardrobe for little ones to rock the ages! Ready to keep your baby’s fashion up to date, even as time changes? This Vintage Baby collection by Marly Bird and Robyn Chachula will do just that. You can look forward to crocheting an adorable Party Dress, a cute Bonnet, a snuggly Cabled Sweater, Baby Coat and so many other projects. DECORATIVE CROCHET WALL HANGINGS LISA MCDONALD…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Scheepjes Metropolis (75% wool, 25% nylon, 50g/200m) Yarn A Bucharest (001) ■ Scheepjes Downtown (75% wool, 25% nylon, 50g/200m) Yarn B Gallery Central (411) See table for measurements and yarn quantities ■ A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ■ Stitch markers For yarn stockists contact Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com/en TENSION 18 sts and 22 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over waistcoat double crochet using a 4mm hook or size needed to obtain tension ABBREVIATIONS waistcoat dc Sts are worked as a regular dc, but instead of inserting your hook through the top loops, insert the hook into the V formed at the centre of the st; keep sts loose waistcoat dc2tog As dc2tog, working into centre of st as for waistcoat…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Cascade 220 Superwash (100% wool, 100g/200m) 1 skein of each: Yarn A Celery (905) Yarn B Ash Rose (229) Yarn C Coral (827) ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ■ Large cotton T-shirt ■ Scissors ■ Washable pen For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Cowl measures circumference of T-shirt used ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 92 Transform an old T-shirt into a fringe-tastic cosy cowl and channel those summer vibes all winter long! NOTES To prepare the T-shirt, cut a straight line across it, just below the armholes. The lower body will become the main section of the Cowl. Fold the long edge over so that you…

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YOU WILL NEED ■ Rainbow Fusions Merino DK (100% superwash Merino, 100g/225m) 1 skein of Fairy Canary ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ■ A dowel, 30cm long For yarn stockists contact www.rainbowfusions.com TENSION 18 sts and 22 rows measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over double crochet using a 4mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension MEASUREMENTS To fit pot measuring 45cm (17¾in) in circumference and approx 14cm (5½in) tall ABBREVIATIONS loop st Wrap yarn around the index finger on your yarn-holding hand, insert hook in st, yrh with the 2 strands below your finger and pull through, yrh and pull through all loops on hook, remove yarn from your index finger For a full list, see page 92 Maximise your space and add a focal point with a hanging…

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The new year often makes us crocheters want to expand our skills, so we have got something really special for you to try. These gorgeous motif blankets were made using the Tunisian in the round technique which offers endless possibilities for stunning geometric designs. They’ve been created by Tunisian crochet expert Sandy Walker and you can find out more about this talented designer on page 16. If you’re new to Tunisian in the round, check out our five-page masterclass which starts on page 18. With these designs sure to be a stunning addition to any home, the only question is will you gift or keep your blanket? COME AND JOIN US ONLINE facebook.com/simplycrochetmag twitter.com/SimplyCrochet_ pinterest.com/simplycrochetmag instagram.com/simplycrochetmag ravelry.com/groups/simply-crochet youtube.com/GatheredMakes HOW TO VIDEOS For more tips on Tunisian crochet visit www.gathered.how/tunisian-crochet IN…

MARINA RUSSO Marina is the designer and natural fibre enthusiast behind Bloodimaryart. Crochet is her medium for the creative self-expression of her style. See her ebook cover on page 77. SUSAN PEARSON Susan has been crocheting since childhood and has been creating ever since. Her notebook is crammed with ideas: there is always a reason to buy more yarn. Find her bunting on page 26. ELSA HARDAR Elsa started crocheting to give her daughter special and beautiful toys. She got hooked on the hook and her room is filled with toys from her imagination. Find her rattles on page 55. TUULA KYRÖLÄ Tuula started designing her own crochet items as a teenager to make sure nobody else would have the same clothes and accessories that she did. Check out her…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK (100% cotton, 50g/125m) 1 ball of each: Vanilla Cream (408) Buttercup Yellow (423) Spearmint Green (426) Lipstick Pink (452) Tea Rose (443) Kingfisher Blue (435) Champagne White (403) ■ A 2.5mm (US B/1 or C/2) hook ■ 2 safety eyes, 10mm ■ 2 buttons, 8mm ■ Black stranded cotton ■ Toy stuffing For yarn stockists contact LoveCrafts 01409 404010 www.lovecrafts.com TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Doll measures approx 18cm (7in) tall ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 92 You can tell someone is ready to party when they have streamers for pig tails! This kawaii-style doll’s pretty rainbow hair and colourful dress add to the fun, and bunting is the perfect finishing…

YOU WILL NEED ■ DROPS Belle (53 % cotton, 33% viscose, 14% linen, 50g/120m) Black (08) See table for measurements and yarn quantities ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ■ Stitch markers For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk TENSION 18 sts and 8 rows measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over pattern using a 4mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 92 For 10% OFF at www.woolwarehouse.co.uk use the code SC118 at the checkout Width a: 46 (52.5: 58: 63: 69.5)cm, 18 (20¾: 22½: 24¾: 27¼)in Length b: 96 (98: 100: 102: 104)cm, 37¾in (38½: 39¼: 40¼: 41)in Classy and sassy all at once, this knee-length frock can be styled up or down depending on the event. Wear it with just a…

YOU WILL NEED LION ■ Rico Baby Cotton Soft (50% cotton, 50% acrylic, 50g/125m) 1 ball of each: Natural (058) Mustard (064) A small amount of Snow White (018) ■ Black felt, 2x2cm MOUSE ■ Rico Baby Cotton Soft (50% cotton, 50% acrylic, 50g/125m) 1 ball of each: Coconut (069) Pastel Pink (041) Nude (046) Smokey Rose (047) A small amount of Snow White (018) BOTH RATTLES ■ A 2mm (US B/1) hook ■ A 2.5mm (US C/2) hook ■ Black stranded cotton ■ 2 wooden rings, 55mm ■ 2 rattles (available from www.bit.ly/RattleInsert) For yarn stockists contact Rico Design www.rico-design.com/en/home TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Teethers measure 13cm (5¼in) tall ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 92 Lion and…

YOU WILL NEED ■ DMC Natura Just Cotton (100% cotton, 50g/155m) 1 ball of each: Pistache (N13) Crimson (N61) Turquoise (N49) Prune (N59) ■ A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ■ A 24x36cm piece of anti-slip mesh with 3mm holes For yarn stockists contact DMC 01924 231669 www.dmc.com TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Bag measures approx 21x13cm (8¼x5in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 92 Change the look of your outfit with a shot of colour from this little stunner. It’s the perfect size to pack for trips away too. NOTES The Bag is worked in slip stitches through the holes of the mesh. It is made in one piece and folded once…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK (100% cotton, 50g/125m) 3 balls of each: Lime Green (429) Midnight Blue (438) Mustard Yellow (424) Blood Orange (420) 2 balls of each: Paper White (401) Raspberry Pink (444) Pansy Purple (448) Marine Blue (434) Washed Teal (433) ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ■ 6 stitch markers ■ A double duvet For yarn stockists contact LoveCrafts 01409 404010 www.lovecrafts.com TENSION 21 dc and 21 rows measure 10x10cm (4x4in) using a 4mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension MEASUREMENTS Floor Cushion measures approx 60x60cm (23½x23½in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 92 For 15% off at www.lovecrafts.com use the code LOVESC19 at the checkout Give your room a retro touch with this psychedelic accessory. Its generous size makes it a…

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Whether it’s cooking, baking, knitting or crocheting, I love everything handmade! It gives me so much joy to make something myself. I express my creativity through crochet and knitting, and these hobbies have taken me on a journey that I could never have imagined when I first started doing them. It all began with some cotton yarn and a few small crochet projects, and then it grew into a passion that I now enjoy participating in every single day. I think I will never get bored of crochet. There is always something new to learn. Making and designing have challenged me to find my own style, as well as the colours and stitches that I like to work with most. Designing also challenges me to learn new crochet stitches, to…

YOU WILL NEED ■ King Cole Beached DK (70% acrylic, 30% polyamide, 100g/255m) 5 balls of Yarn A Palm Beach (4281) ■ King Cole Paradise Beaches DK (70% acrylic, 30% polyamide, 100g/255m) 5 balls of Yarn B White Lady (3001) ■ A 6mm (US J/10) hook ■ A 6.5mm (US K/10½) doubleended Tunisian hook ■ Stitch markers For yarn stockists contact King Cole 01756 703670 www.kingcole.com TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affct the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Each block measures approx 28x28cm (11x11in) Blanket measures approx 116x116cm (45¾x45¾in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 23 A wonderfully dense blanket with fascinating patterns set against variegated yarn that will keep you enraptured as you stay warm. NOTES Blocks are worked using the Tunisian in the round method…

CUSHIONS Bright shades of blue and orange replicate a panel of tiles and create zesty stripes in Martine de Regt’s two cushion designs ■ Scheepjes River Washed (78% cotton, 22% acrylic, 50g/130m), 4 balls of each: Yarra (949), Wheaton (950), Nile (944) ■ Scheepjes Stone Washed (78% cotton, 22% acrylic, 50g/130m), 4 balls of Moon Stone (801), 2 balls of Morganite (834) ■ A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook ■ 2 cushion pads, 45x45cm TENSION Small Square measure 11x11cm (4¼x4¼in) using a 3mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension MEASUREMENTS Cushions measure 45x45cm (17¾x17¾in) ABBREVIATIONS puff *Yrh, insert hook in st/sp indicated, yrh and pull loop up to height of current row; rep from * 4 times more, yrh and pull through all loops on hook spiked…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Lion Brand Vanna’s Choice (100% acrylic, 100g/156m) 4 balls of Yarn A Cranberry (180) 2 balls of Yarn B Fisherman (098) ■ A 6.5mm (US K/10½) hook For yarn stockists contact Lion Brand www.lionbrand.com LoveCrafts 01409 404010 www.lovecrafts.com TENSION 14 sts and 18 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over waistcoat dc using a 6.5mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension MEASUREMENTS Scarf measures approx 23x180cm (9x70¾in) ABBREVIATIONS waistcoat dc Insert hook through the centre of the st indicated, rather than in the top 2 loops, yrh and pull loop through, yrh and pull through both loops on hook For a full list, see page 92 Try a colourwork project for your next make and hook up a scarf with snowflake-like shapes for an attractive…

YOU WILL NEED ■ West Yorkshire Spinners The Croft Shetland Colours (100% wool, 100g/166m) 6 skeins of Tresta (583) ■ A 6mm (US J/10) hook For yarn stockists contact WY Spinners 01535 664500 www.wyspinners.com TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Wrap measures approx 165x64cm (65x25¼in) ABBREVIATIONS picot Ch3, ss in third ch from hook For a full list, see page 92 The beautiful shapes created with the leafy mesh and lacy edging mean you’ll have the prefect wrap for outfits that need an oomph. NOTES Wrap is worked in 2 parts either side of the foundation ch. When blocking, take care to pin out the lace section for a defined finish. WRAP Ch281 loosely. FIRST SIDE LEAF MESH Row 1 (RS) Ch1…

Karina learned to crochet after her second daughter was born and wanted some bright and vibrant yarn to suit her child’s personality. Not finding these locally, Karina learned how to dye yarn, drawing on her experience dyeing fabrics and clothing for friends and family. Watching her wool become beautiful finished projects inspired Karina to start Rainbow Fusions in 2014. OTHER WORLDLY DELIGHTS As you might expect, Karina gets her naming inspiration from the skies. “The majority of yarn names comes from different types of clouds, rainbows and galaxies. My children also give me inspiration for names and they have named a few regular colours. “Since the start of the pandemic my most popular yarn has to be Fairy Canary [used in our pattern on the next page]. It was a…

YOU WILL NEED ■ King Cole Beaches DK (70% acrylic, 30% polyamide, 100g/255m) 2 balls of Palm Beach (4281) ■ King Cole Paradise Beaches DK (70% acrylic, 30% polyamide, 100g/255m) 2 balls of White Lady (3001) ■ A 6mm (US J/10) hook ■ A 6.5mm (US K/10½) doubleended Tunisian hook ■ Stitch markers For yarn stockists contact King Cole 01756 703670 www.kingcole.com TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Each block measures approx 28x28cm (11x11in) Blanket measures approx 60x88cm (23½x34¾in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 23 Cuddly sheep, little elephants and sweet hearts decorate the blocks of this blanket that is just right for giving to a new parent. The colours are fittingly delicate, yet the yarn is suitable for machine…