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The world seems brighter in springtime, doesn’t it? I’ve been looking forward to the first spring flowers all winter – so much so that we have a whole collection of garden-themed clothing and accessories on page 14. We’re also in the mood to give our homes a little new-season update, perhaps with the colour-block cushion on page 48, the crochet-trimmed tablecloth on page 45 or the pompom wreath on page 79. I’ll be using my new pompom maker for that one! Please share your makes on Instagram tagged #sctreblemaker, or on our Facebook group Simply Crochet SCtreblemakers, as we love to see them.…

Every month, three subscribers win a prize as a thank you for their loyalty to Simply Crochet. This month, the winners (below) will each receive a copy of Kat Goldin’s book Hook, Stitch & Give, worth £14.99. Inside, you’ll find the perfect project for every occasion in your diary. Enjoy! Claire Hawkins, Essex Amanda Hearns, Greater Manchester Alice Hone, Hampshire Our Media Limited (an Immediate Group Company) publishers of Simply Crochet, Subs Stars giveaway Terms and Conditions. Prizes were dispatched before the on sale date of this issue. There are no cash alternatives. Three winning entries will be chosen at random from all current subscribers. The draw is final and no correspondence will be entered into.…

YOU WILL NEED Stylecraft Special DK (100% acrylic, 100g/295m) 1 ball of each: Candyfloss (1130) White (1001) Cream (1005) Fondant (1241) Toy (1844) Lemon (1020) Parchment (1218) ◼ A 2.5mm (US B/1 or C/2) hook Toy filling 2 safety eyes, 10mm (Bo Peep) 2 safety eyes, 6mm (Sheep) 2 pipe cleaners For yarn stockists contact Stylecraft 01484 848435 www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Bo Peep measures approx 30cm (11 in) tall Sheep measures approx 10cm (4in) tall ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 96 10% For at OFF www.blacksheepwools.com use the code SDK121 at the checkout Offer ends 9 May 2022 Little Bo Peep is ready to nd those lost sheep with her trusty hook and lamb friend beside…

YOU WILL NEED West Yorkshire Spinners Elements (60% Lyocell, 40% wool, 50g/112m) SummerHaze1107 See table for measurements and yarn quantities for Yarn A 1 ball of LivingCoral1103 West Yorkshire Spinners Signature 4ply (75% wool, 25% nylon, 100g/400m) a small amount of Liquorice0099 A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook Stitch markers For yarn stockists contact WY Spinners 01535 664500 www.wyspinners.com TENSION 18 sts and 24 rounds measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over double crochet using a 3.5mm hook, or size needed to obtain tension ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 96 Keep your own little duck cosy on chilly spring outings with a hat that has comfy, bobbly ear aps and a useful under-chin tie. NOTES The main section of the Bonnet is worked in rounds, from the top down. The Ear Flaps…

YOU WILL NEED Lion Brand Hometown USA (100% acrylic, 140g/74m) 3 balls of Los Angleles Tan (099) A 10mm (US N/15) hook TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Basket measure approx 40cm (15 in) in circumference and 14cm (5 in) tall ABBREVIATIONS third bl The htr st has 2 loops at the top of the stitch as well as a third loop that wraps around the centre; work st in the third loop at the back of the fabric For a full list, see page 96 For 15% OFF at www.lovecrafts.com use the code MAKE53 at the checkout Offerends14April2022 Up your storage space in the prettiest way possible with little baskets crafted using yarn you already have on hand. NOTES Baskets are…

Dear titchers The World of Cross Stitching is Britain’s No.1 cross stitching magazine, for every stitcher, whatever your skill level or experience. We have all the inspiration and best practical advice for you to indulge in your passion – not to mention fab stitchy gifts and more than 80 new patterns in every issue! Plus, we have a great website and vibrant social media pages, so you can connect with fellow stitchers and share all your stories. So subscribe today and try three issues for just £5. Don’t miss out! The World of Cross Stitching Great reasons to subscribe: homedelivery never miss an issue witheveryissue SUBSCRIPTION ORDER FORM Yes! I’d like to subscribe to The World of Cross Stitching with the special offer of 3 issues for…

WINNER! TOE-STY WARM Whether the sun is shining or the rain is pouring, slippers are an essential for the home. Louise K, aka @loulaandstitch, understands this and decided to hook herself this comfy pair from issue 115. They’re so colourful, neat and fun – we hope she gets a good wear out of these! NORTHERN LIGHTS If variety is the spice of life, this multi-textured project from issue 116 must be extra hot! Maker Claire Curtis says this is the first time she’s ever made a jumper without having to sew up all the pieces at the end, and it looks great. Well done for trying out a new technique, Claire! This jumper looks all ready for a nordic expedition. SO SPRING Suzanne Robinson, aka @craftymole boutique, hooked the Berry…

“Sometimes being outside the mould is bet ter than fitting in” MIRANDA HESLOP Miranda, who began crocheting at age 10, really fell in love with the craft after she started making projects for her children. See her little hanging stash-buster baskets on page 73. “Crocheting keeps me sane” LISA STURMEY Lisa is the designer behind Ellie’s Craft Boutique. Once she went from knitting toys to crocheting them, she never looked back. Check out her Little Bo Peep doll on page 33. “It’s a grey day without crochet!” KELLY WILSON MOORE Kelly describes herself as a crochet addict, blogger and designer. She gets her design inspiration from nature, colour and her little boy. Find her succulent blanket on page 67. “I'm a yarnaholic!” NATALIE BEARD Natalie has always been a passionate…

IN THE GARDEN Spend the coming months in the outdoors wearing a warm yet seasonal cardigan embellished with playful flowers and bobbles. ANKLE DEEP Put some spring in your step with a set of colourful, textured leg warmers. Pop these statement pieces over your boots and they’ll be a real conversation starter. BAG OF BLOOMS Clusters of blossoms and creeping vines seem to grow spontaneously out of this bobbly handbag, making it as sweet and full of life as a balmy April breeze. SHOULDER TO SHOULDER Little flowers climb this trellis-inspired shawl, adding exciting spots of colour to the main body’s elegant neutral tone. Toss it over a flowy dress for an evening out. RIOT OF COLOUR You can give some oomph to any out t simply by adding this…

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YOU WILL NEED Scheepjes Cahlista (100% cotton, 50g/85m), 3 balls of VividBlue146 2 balls of OldLace130 1 ball of each: RichCoral410 AppleGranny513 Lemonade403 Cyan397◼ A 5mm (US H/8) hook Cushion pad, 40x40cm For yarn stockists contact Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com/en TENSION Rounds 1-4 measures 10cm (4in) in diameter using a 5mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension MEASUREMENTS Cushion measures 40x40cm (15 x15 in) ABBREVIATIONS third bl The htr st has 2 loops at the top of the stitch as well as a third loop that wraps around the centre; work st in the third loop at the back of the fabric For a full list, see page 96 The fresh and modern contrasting shades in this design are sure to give your interiors – and your mood – a…

YOU WILL NEED Yarn and Colors Baby Fabulous (55% acrylic, 45% cotton, 50g/102m) 5 balls of Cream (002) 2 balls of each: Blossom (045) Cotton Candy (037) Girly Pink (035) Raspberry (033) Peony Leaf (086) Amazon (087) Aventurine (079) 1 ball of Jade Gravel (073) A 4mm (US G/6) hook Tassel maker, 10cm For yarn stockists contact Yarn and Colors www.yarnandcolors.com TENSION Each Square measures 13x13cm (5x5in) MEASUREMENTS Blanket measures approx 87x100cm (34 x39 in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 96 Watch this pretty blanket grow as you hook up each textured plant and pink square, then use your pompom maker to create tassels! NOTES Blanket is made up of 42 Squares, which are sewn together at the end. We recommend blocking the Squares before joining them together.…

YOU WILL NEED Stylecraft Special DK (100% acrylic, 100g/295m) 2 balls of Cream (1005) 1 ball of each: Matador (1010) Dandelion (1856) Aspen (1422) Fiesta (1257) Fondant (1241) Grass Green (1821) Turquoise (1068) A 4mm (US G/6) hook Pompom and tassel tool Polystyrene wreath, 35cm (available from For yarn stockists contact Stylecraft 01484 848435 www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk TENSION 14 sts and 17 rows measures 10x10cm (4x4in) over double crochet using a 4mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension MEASUREMENTS Wreath measures 35cm (13 diameter in) in ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 96 This project is pure joy! We love its vibrant colours, squishy pompoms and swishy tassels – and it’s easy to make, too. NOTES Base is made first and sewn around the polystyrene wreath. Leaves, Pompoms…

ELLIPSE MOTIF Ch4, ss in first ch to form a loop. ROUND 1 RS Ch3 (counts as tr), 15tr in loop, ss to top of beg ch-3. [16 tr] ROUND 2 Ch1 (does not count as st), *dc in next 3 sts, htr in next st, tr in next st, (tr, ch2, tr) in next st, tr in next st, htr in next st; rep from * once more, ss to beg dc. [18 sts, 2 ch-2 sps] FASTEN OFF and weave in ends. GRÜNDL COTTON QUICK PRINT WEIGHT 4ply CONTENT 100% cotton BALL 50g/125m HOOK 3mm RRP £2.29 For those who are all about the super-colourful yarns, here’s one just for you! The Cotton Quick Print range from German yarn brand Gründl is a 100% cotton yarn that’s packed…

YOU WILL NEED Rico Creative Cotton DK (100% cotton, 50g/115m) Natural002See table for measurements and yarn quantities of Yarn A 1 ball of each Cardinal010 Cherry009 Pistachio016 Red008 A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook Stitch markers 6 buttons, 20mm For yarn stockists contact Rico Design www.rico-design.com/en/home TENSION 17.5 sts and 10 rows measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over treble st using a 3.5mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension Alternativel, measure the stitch tension as 35sts over 20cm ABBREVIATIONS dpst (double puff stitch) *(Yrh, insert hook into st, yrh and pull up loop) 4 times into same st, yrh and pull through all loops on hook; rep from * in same st. BPtr around dpst (Back Post treble around double puff stitch) Starting from the back, insert hook from back to…

YOU WILL NEED Cygnet DK (100% acrylic, 100g/298m) Heather150See table for measurements and yarn quantities 1 ball of Stone874 A 4.5 mm (US 7) hook For yarn stockists contact Cygnet Yarns 01274 743374 www.cygnetyarns.com TENSION 15 sts and 9 rows measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over treble crochet using a 4.5 mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension ABBREVIATIONS ftr (foundation treble) Ch4 (counts as first st), yrh, insert hook in last ch from hook, *yrh and pull up a loop, yrh and pull through one loop (this loop will sit at base of ftr), (yrh and pull through 2 loops) twice, insert hook in loop at base of prev ftr; rep from * as required 5-dtr cl *Yrh twice, insert hook in st indicate, yrh and pull up a…

Many crafters have noted that those who fall outside of the ‘standard’ or ‘striaght’ shape and size often find it difficult to create or adapt patterns for themselves. The brilliant news is, the making community is moving towards turning the industry into a more inclusive community for the plus-sized, petite, tall, short and everything in between. ALL BODIES ARE VALID The first step, in the eyes of Denise Clark, a retired kindergarten teacher who is currently a serial crochet pattern tester, is to break away from society’s ideas of what is or isn’t beautiful and speak out about support for every type of body. Denise uses her Instagram account to talk about the issues surrounding size inclusivity and its importance. “I think being vocal about my pursuit of adapting patterns…

YOU WILL NEED HotButterYarns Donegal Nep BFL Donegal Sock* (85% Superwash Bluefaced Leicester, 15% Donegal Nep Bluefaced Leicester, 100g/400m) *available colours will vary A 4mm (US G/6) hook For yarn stockists contact www.jakibogg.com TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Cowl measures approx 85x18cm (33 x7in) beforejoining ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 96 Whether you’re giving this nish as a gift or making it for your own collection, this airy yet cosy cowl will be a fun and quick make. NOTES Cowl is worked in rows throughout. The short edges are sewn together at the end. COWL Ch37. Row 1 Dc in second ch from hook, dc in next ch, (ch3, skip 2 ch, dc in next 3 ch) 6 times,…

From granny squares to mandalas, working in the round is a great way to crochet all sorts of projects. But do you ever look at your motifs and sigh at how messy the round joins look? I know I do! Well, I’m here to show you a couple of easy ways to make your joins so neat they’re almost invisible: invisible slip stitch and invisible join. Most of us use a standard slip stitch to close a round of stitches and there’s nothing wrong with that, but invisible slip stitches and invisible joins tend to create a neater, more polished look. An invisible slip stitch just involves an easy little adjustment to your technique, while an invisible join just requires a tapestry needle to create a clever finish for the…

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