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Variety is the spice of life, they say, and you’ll find plenty of it in our September issue! Our vibrant street style collection on page 14 is just the thing for fans of up-to-the-minute fashion, while the cosy polo-neck jumper on page 41 is a classic make for granny square lovers everywhere. Likewise, we have homewares to suit all tastes, from a bold modern cushion on page 45 to a tranquil earth-toned mushroom blanket on page 59. Whatever your style, please share your makes on Instagram tagged #sctreblemaker, or on our Facebook group, Simply Crochet SCtreblemakers, as we love to see them. CONTRIBUTORS Let’s celebrate the amazing designers in this issue… BOWIE AND GEORGE Jacinta Bowie and Lucy George have collaborated on designs for the past five years, combining their…

YOU WILL NEED King Cole Giza Cotton 4ply (100% cotton, 50g/158m) 1 ball of each: Christmas Green (3465) Turquoise (2208) Red (2202) White (2190) A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook Stitch markers Toy filling 2 safety eyes, 12mm A small amount of red wool roving A pipe cleaner, 30cm Black stranded cotton Cardboard, 20x20cm PVA or clear glue 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 Bookworm measures approx 18cm (7in) tall ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 86 For 10% OFF at www.woolwarehouse.co.uk use the code SC127 at the checkout Code cannot be applied to certain products such as yarn packs, sale items, gift vouchers and al Scheepjes, KC Collection and Lopi products…

YOU WILL NEED • Scheepjes Merino Soft (50% wool, 25% microfibre, 25% acrylic, 50g/105m) Raphael (602)See table for measurements and yarn quantities1 ball of each:Gauguin (619)Warhol (640)Turner (610)Vermeer (612)Ernst (653)Van Eyck (645)Caravaggio (642)Monet (639)Bellini (654)Matisse (635)Picasso (621)Soutine (615)Magritte (614)Van Gough (641)Constable (629)De Goya (648)• A 4mm (US G/6) hook For yarn stockists contact Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com/en TENSION See table for Motif measurements ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 86 Width a: 46.5 (51.5: 57: 62.5)cm 18¼ (20: 22¼: 24¼)in Length b: 57.5 (60.5: 63: 68.5)cm 22½ (23½: 24½: 26¾)in Sleeve length c: 47 (49: 46.5: 48.5)cm 18½ (19: 18¼: 18¾)in If there’s one thing that all age groups can agree on, it’s the merits of a comfy granny square jumper! Make it for a colour-lover you know, or hook the…

YOU WILL NEED Materials are for the whole Blanket Caron Simply Soft (100% acrylic, 170.1g/288m) 4 balls of Off White (9702) 3 balls of each: Blue Mint (9608) Robin’s Egg (9780) 2 balls of each: Gold (9782) Fuchsia (9764) A 5.5mm (US H/8) hook Stitch markers or scrap yarn For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk TENSION Rounds 1-10 to measure approx 10cm (4in) in diameter MEASUREMENTS Finished Blanket measures approx 145x145cm (57x57in) ABBREVIATIONS standing sts A standing st at beg of the round is worked starting with a slip knot on the hook, then the st indicated is worked as normal in the st or sp specified x-tr Skip next st, tr in number of sts specified (x-2tr, 2 sts; x-3tr, 3 sts) tr in skipped st,…

YOU WILL NEED McIntosh Fabulous DK (55% Blueface Leicester, 45% mulberry silk, 100g/225m), 1 skein of each: Glorious Surprising A 4mm (US G/6) hook A fur pompom For yarn stockists visit www.knitmcintosh.com TENSION 20 sts and 13 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over half treble crochet using a 4mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension MEASUREMENTS Hat measures approx (47) 52cm (18½ (20½in)) in circumference ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 86 Get ready for autumn with a fresh, fun and extra-cosy hat. It’s simple to make and easy to customise with your favourite colours, too. NOTES Hat is designed in 2 sizes: XS/S and M/L. XS/S is written first with M/L written in brackets. The Brim is worked in rows and seamed into a round. The…

YOU WILL NEED • Stylecraft ReCreate (40% wool, 30% acrylic, 30% polyester, 100g/350m) 3 balls of each: Sky (1946) Ecru (1941) Dijon (1947) • A 4mm (US G/6) hook 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 Blanket measures approx 130x130cm (51¼x51¼in) ABBREVIATIONS loop stitch Insert hook in st, wrap the yarn around the index finger on your yarn holding hand, yrh with 2 strands below the index finger, pull 2 strands through st, yrh and pull through all loops on hook, remove yarn from index finger For a full list, see page 86 of Simply Crochet magazine SCAN ME You can find more info on how to work the loop stitch here With its alternating…

BACK IN BALACLAVA This one’s coming straight off the fashion show runways! Balaclavas have become the peak of edgy high-brow style, so hook one now to wear all winter long. WEAR THE TROUSERS Take this summer’s crochet trouser trend into the autumn with a dark-coloured version. Make it with the large granny square pockets or without – your choice! HOODED SCARF Show you can’t be tamed with Natalie Beard’s scarf, complete with pointed animal ears and clever ‘distressed’ elements. Sirdar Stories DK (60% cotton, 40% acrylic, 50g/140m), 6 balls of each: Silent Disco (839), Date Night (808) A 4mm (US G/6) hook TENSION Tension is not critical for this project, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Scarf measures approx 160x33cm (62½x12¾in) ABBREVIATIONS surface crochet Position yarn on…

YOU WILL NEED Caron Simply Soft (100% acrylic, 170g/288m) 1 ball of each: White (9701) Light Country Peach (9737) Persimmon (9754) Autumn Red (9730) Pagoda (0014) A 5mm (US H/8) hook A cushion pad, 40x40cm For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk TENSION Square motif measures 6x6cm (2¼x2¼in) using a 5mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension 35 sts and 17 rows measure 20x20cm (7¾x7¾in) over treble crochet using a 5mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension MEASUREMENTS Cushion measures 40x40cm (15¾x15¾in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 86 For 10%OFF at www.woolwarehouse.co.uk use the code SC127 at the checkout Code cannot be applied to certain products such as yarn packs, sale items, gift vouchers and al Scheepjes, KC Collection and Lopi products Though…

YOU WILL NEED Stylecraft Special DK (100% acrylic, 100g/295m) Green1116 Grey1099See table for measurements and yarn quantities 1 ball of White1001 A small amount of any DK black yarn A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook For yarn stockists contact Stylecraft 01484 848435 www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk TENSION 16 st and 11 rows measure 10x10cm (4x4 in) over half treble crochet using a 3mm hook, or size needed to obtain this tension ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 86 For 10%OFF at www.blacksheepwools.com use the code SDK127 at the checkout Cannot be used in conjunction with any other code. Offer ends 24 October 2022 Half chest: 25.5 (28.5: 30: 32: 33: 34.5: 35.5)cm, 10 (11¼: 11¾: 12½: 13: 13½: 14)in Length: 29 (33: 34: 35: 37: 40: 42)cm, 11½ (13: 13½: 13¾: 14½:…

YOU WILL NEED Lion Brand Heartland (100% acrylic, 142g/230m) 5 balls of GrandCanyon122 2 balls of CanyonLands136-131N 1 ball of Yosemite135 A 5mm (US H/8) hook For yarn contact LoveCrafts 01409 404010 www.lovecrafts.com TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Blanket measures approx 160x97cm (63x38¼in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 86 Ground yourself by snuggling into this natural-toned throw. Or, choose different colours and turn it into a pastel or bold make. NOTES Blanket is worked in rows with RS facing throughout. Fasten off at the end of each row and join yarn back into first st of the row. There is no need to weave in the tails, as these are incorporated into the fringed edging. There is a Chart…

MINI BEANIE Ch20. ROW 1 Dc in second ch from hook and each ch to end, turn. [19 sts] ROWS 2-30 Ch1, dc in bl of each st to end, turn. ROW 31 Ch1, ss the foundation ch and final row together through the fl only. FASTEN OFF leaving a long tail. Use this tail to sew one end of the tube closed, pull tight to gather the end and form the hat shape. Fold up the opposite end to form a brim. DROPS SOFT TWEED MIX WEIGHT DK CONTENT 50% wool, 25% alpaca, 25% viscose BALL 50g/130m HOOK 4mm It’s hard not to fall in love with the rich tones of this yarn, like the deep pink of the Cherry Sorbet shown here, but when you set eyes on…

YOU WILL NEED • Stylecraft Highland Heathers DK (100% acrylic, 100g/272m) 5 balls of Thistle (3748) 4 balls of Firth (7226) • A 4mm (US G/6) hook • A stitch marker 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 Blanket measures 102x97cm (52x39in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 86 of Simply Crochet magazine Impress your hooky friends with a luxurious creation that uses motifs and dark tones to achieve an intricate yet understated look. NOTES Blanket is made up of 135 Hexagons and 15 Half Hexagons. Colour is changed at the end of each round; place the live loop of previous colour on a stitch marker. We recommend blocking the motifs before sewing them…

ALL-NEW TWENTY TO MAKE: ANIMAL GRANNY SQUARES SARAH-JANE HICKS (£6.99, Search Press) Traditional motifs become adorable animals in this imaginative collectionof20designs. Featuring dogs, cats, bears, sheep, pigs, lions, turtles, ladybirds and sloths, each square has fun tactile touches such as loopy fur, 3D puffs, pop-out noses and much more. Once you’ve hooked all these creative critters, turn them into one big blanket using the instructions at the end. CROCHET JOURNEY MARK ROSEBOOM (£15.99, David & Charles) Travel and crochet merge in this unique book by Mark Roseboom, creator of the blog The Guy with the Hook. Inside, you’ll find 12 patterns, each based on a journey that Mark has taken. You’ll discover a shawl from New Zealand, a rug from Italy, a pin cushion from Japan, a mandala from Turkey…

YOU WILL NEED Sirdar Stories (60% cotton, 40% acrylic; 50g/140m) SilentDisco839 DateNight808 Embers801See table for measurements and yarn quantities A 4mm (US G/6) hook For yarn stockists contact Sirdar 01924 231682 www.sirdar.com TENSION 16 sts and 9 rows measure 10 x 10cm (4 x 4in) over tr st using a 4mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 86 Hip a: 85 (92.5: 102.5: 115: 122.5)cm, 33½ (36½: 40¼: 45¼: 48¼)in Inside leg b: 71cm, (28in) Front rise c: 26 (27: 29: 31: 33)cm, 104¼ (10¾: 11½: 12¼: 13)in With bold stripes, granny square pockets, filet stitch diamonds and a drawstring waist, these trousers are full of amazing details. NOTES Trousers are made in 4 panels from bottom up, which are seamed…

YOU WILL NEED Scheepjes Metropolis (75% Merino wool, 25% nylon, 200m/50g) 1 ball each of: Monterey (023) Taipei (006) Dhaka (040) Rabat (041) A 2.5mm (US B/1 or C/2) hook A cushion cover, 40x40cm For yarn stockists contact Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com/en TENSION 5 pattern repeats measure 10cm (4in) after blocking MEASUREMENTS To fit cushion cover measuring 40x40cm (16x16in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 86 Inviting lines of lace and 3D leaves on slender stems will instantly elevate any cushion cover. Create it as shown here or freestyle the placement to make it your own. NOTES All parts are made separately and sewn to the cushion cover at the end. Refer to the image for placement. Chs count as sts throughout. Work into the back loops of each ch and…

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YOU WILL NEED Cascade Ultra Pima DK (100% cotton, 100g/200m) 2 skeins of Light Grey (3808) 1 skein of each: Lime (3739) Emerald (3737) Grape Juice (3806) Pink Rose (3776) A 4mm (US G/6) hook A dowel, 40cm 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 Wall Hanging measures approx 30x50cm (11¾x19¾in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 86 As the days get colder, bring in a long stem of violet-hued flowers that will stay vibrant all throughout the winter and beyond. NOTES Wall Hanging is worked in rows, beginning at the base. There is a Chart on page 88, which you will need to refer to. Each small square represents 1dc. Read all…

After James McIntosh, the eponymous founder of indie yarn company McIntosh, used mindful knitting to successfully treat his own depression, he and his fiancé, Dr Thomas Ernst, decided to spread the word about a mindful practice they called ‘Knititation®’ – a combination of knitting and meditation. “We wrote a book called Knit and Nibble,” says James. “And then I wanted to start my own wool brand to spread the well-being aspects of crafting that Thomas I had discovered. Hence, McIntosh, the natural fibre, pure wools and well-being brand was born!” KIND WORDS James, who currently hand-dyes all the yarn himself from his London flat, lets pure positivity shine through in all aspects of his brand, including in the names he chooses for his yarn. “I love this bit!” he says.…

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YOU WILL NEED • Stylecraft Life DK (75% acrylic, 25% wool, 100g/298m)2 balls of Parchment (2445)1 ball of each:Pink Lady (2297)Lily (2417)Fuchsia (2344)Fern (2311)Cranberry (2319)Denim (2322)Cascade (2308)Aqua (2357)Mustard (2496)Zing (2356) • A 4mm (US G/6) hook 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 Blanket measures approx 100x150cm (39¾x59in) ABBREVIATIONS pc (popcorn) 4tr in st/sp indicated, remove live loop from hook, insert hook in top of first tr, place loop on hook and pull through st For a full list, see page 86 of Simply Crochet magazine Express your joy with an opulent NOTES Blanket is made up of 61 Hexagons and 10 Half Hexagons. Motifs are joined together as you go (JAYG) on the final…

YOU WILL NEED • Stylecraft Bellissima (100% acrylic, 268m/100g) 4 balls of each: Denim Dungarees (7219) Rio Red (3932) 2 balls of each: Papaya Punch (3977) Bashful Blue (3930) • A 4mm (US G/6) hook For yarn stockists contact Stylecraft 01484 848435 www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk TENSION Diamond motif measures 4x5cm (1½x2in) using a 4mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension MEASUREMENTS Blanket measures 136x100cm (53½inx39½in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 86 of Simply Crochet magazine Traditional granny squares become daring diamonds in this lovely tasselled project. It’s a great WIP for chilly autumn evenings. NOTES This Blanket is made up of 140 motifs: 108 Whole Diamonds, 18 Horizontal Half Diamonds, 12 Vertical Half Diamonds and 2 Quarter Diamonds. All motifs are made first and sewn together before edging…

YOU WILL NEED • Stylecraft Batik DK (80% acrylic, 20% wool, 50g/138m) 21 balls of Graphite (1915) 9 balls of Silver (1917) 1 ball of each: Raspberry (1905) Cherry (1904) Coral (1903) Rose (1916) Old Gold (1902) Pistachio (1910) Mint (1918) Sage (1908) Storm (1913) Teal (1909) Indigo (1914) Wisteria (1432) Heather (1906) • A 4mm (US G/6) hook 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 Blanket measures approx 165x125cm (65x49¼in) ABBREVIATIONS standing tr Make a slip knot, yrh, insert the hook in st/sp indicated, yrh and pull loop up, (yrh and pull through 2 loops) twice popcorn 4tr in st/sp indicated, remove live loop from hook, insert hook in top of first tr, place…

YOU WILL NEED • Stylecraft Special Aran with Wool(77% acrylic, 20% wool,3% viscose, 400g/816m)3 balls of Atlantic Blue Nepp (3391) • A 5mm (US H/8) hook• A 7mm (US K/10½ or L/11) hook• Cardboard, 12cm (for tassels) 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 Blanket measures 120x140cm (48x56in) excluding tassels ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 86 of Simply Crochet magazine Cuddle up under this warm yet airy blanket, complete with fun tassels! It’s so versatile, it could go to anyone on your to-stitch-for list. NOTES The Blanket is worked in one piece in rows before adding decorative vertical lines of slip stitches dividing the 6 patterned columns and adding tassels at either end…