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I look forward to Christmas all year, yet I can hardly believe how close it is now! If you’re like me and need last-minute holiday projects you can hook up quickly, check out our stashbusting Christmas Collection on page 14, Marianne Rawlins’ one-ball hat on page 71 or the mistletoe string on page 41. Or, if you’re looking for a cosy project to work on beside the fire, why not try Teri Hamilton’s loom-effect blanket on page 63 or Fran Morgan’s cardi on page 26? And please share your makes on Instagram tagged #sctreblemaker, or on our Facebook group Simply Crochet SCtreblemakers – we love to see them.…

INFINITE STARS Grab all the spare yarn in your stash – it’s time to put it to good use! Make as many of these star baubles as you like, in as many colours as you can, to place in your loved ones' stockings. CROWNING GLORY This reusable alternative to single-use paper crowns will not only have everyone at Christmas dinner looking fabulous, but also give everyone a fun keepsake to help them remember the day. WRAPPED WISELY Your gifts will become both more sustainable and more personal when you adorn them with lovely scalloped crochet ribbons and unique scrappy Christmas tree tags. THINK OUTSIDE THE BOX What to do with all those lovely Christmas cards? If you have multiple of the same size, turn them into creative Christmas Eve boxes…

soft & flowy finish COLOUR AND TEXTURE YOU WILL NEED Scheepjes Stone Washed XL (70% cotton, 30% acrylic, 50g/75m) Amazonite853 BlueApatite845 Coral856 RedJasper847 A 5mm (US H/8) hook A 5.5mm (US I/9) hook (optional – see Notes) For yarn stockists contact Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com/en TENSION 13 sts and 7 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4 ¼ in) over treble crochet using a 5mm hook or size needed to obtain correct tension ABBREVIATIONS bobble (Yrh, insert hook into st and work as for a tr st up to last yrh leaving last loop of st on hook) 5 times in same st, yrh and draw through all loops on hook For a full list, see page 88 Bust width a: 51.5 (57.5: 64: 70)cm 20¼ (22¾: 25¼: 27½)in Length b: 53 (56: 59:…

LIGHT & AIRY DESIGN YOU WILL NEED Juniper Moon Farm Findley Dappled (50% wool, 50% silk, 100g/730m) 1 ball of Laguna Bay (151) A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook For yarn stockists contact SMD Knitting 0800 622 6225 www.knittingwool.com TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Shawl measures approx 170x75cm (67x29½in) across widest points ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 88 For a delicate and stylish finish to any outfit, wrap this sophisticated shawl, hooked in wintry shades, around your shoulders. NOTES The Shawl is worked from the bottom up. A Border is worked around the sides at the end. When working the Border across the row-end edges, work stitches into the beg or end of rows. Work shells in either the middle…

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The Koc family were born into yarn. Originally from Turkey, the family had been selling yarn for three generations before Emre and Emir Koc founded Urth Yarns in the USA. The business continues to be a family affair, with eight Koc family members working across the business. “There’s a family member in almost every step, from production to marketing,” says Katie Dolgun, a sales executive at Urth Yarns. Though not a member of the family, she spoke to us about the Kocs and their journey as independent yarn dyers. WAY BACK WHEN Not only are Urth Yarns dyed in Turkey, they’re inspired by Turkey – and ancient Mesopotamia – too. “Looking back at the abundant lands of Mesopotamia while following in the footsteps of our ancestors, we have started a…

SCAN ME Learn more online! 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…

COME AND JOIN US ONLINE facebook.com/simplycrochetmag twitter.com/SimplyCrochet_ pinterest.com/simplycrochetmag instagram.com/simplycrochetmag ravelry.com/groups/simply-crochet youtube.com/simplycrochetmag Hello, hooksters! Welcome to the Simply Crochet 2023 Flower Fairies™ collection, inspired by Cicely Mary Barker’s timeless illustrations and poems, which imagine magical sprites in every corner of our gardens. We teamed up with amazing amigurumi designer Clare Cooper to bring this fantasy to life, and each month you’ll meet a doll that’s filled with the Flower Fairies’™ signature whimsy and charm, from the proud Holly Fairy to the sweet Blackberry Fairy. There are fairies from winter, spring, summer and autumn represented in these pages; can you imagine anything more magical than a year’s worth of fairy friends to enjoy? Bring them out to celebrate each new season, or gift them to anyone with a big imagination, a passion…

Five years ago, Clare Cooper was determined to teach herself crochet. She'd fallen in love with the work of Finnish crochet designer Molla Mills, and with one of Mills’s books and a plethora of YouTube tutorials in hand, she learned how to create planter pots made from recycled T-shirt yarn. There was no turning back – her crochet journey had begun. Next came the discovery of her current crochet method of choice: amigurumi. "My first venture into crochet was a simple crocheted bunny for my daughter," Clare explains. "It was lopsided and slightly creepy, but she has since smothered it in love, so I guess it turned out ok!" Later, Clare realised she could put her own unique spin on the amigurumi dolls she'd been creating. "I had an idea…

VICTORIA KAIRIS Victoria is completely amigurumi-obsessed and loves the challenge of making her characters as cute as they can possibly be. Check out her reusable Christmas crowns on page 14. LIANNE TAYLOR Lianne taught herself to crochet seven years ago and often has a hook in hand. Her children are her biggest influences and give her lots of ideas. Check out her baby blanket on page 53. ANA DIAKOVA Ana has been a designer for the last 10 years. Her style is a combination of traditional stitches and modern constructions and textures. Find her Christmas tree jumper on page 43. LUCY ANWAR Lucy is a self-taught crocheter who’s been designing for only six years. She focuses mostly on amigurumi but creates other items too. Try her reusable Christmas crackers on…

we love YOU WILL NEED World of Wool Isle (100% wool, 100g/175m) LingaIY07 RonasHillIY13 SkerriesIY20See table for measurements and yarn quantities A 4.5mm (US 7) hook A 5mm (US H/8) hook Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk TENSION 16 sts and 7.5 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over stitch pattern using a 5mm hook or size required to obtain tension ABBREVIATIONS 3trA Work 3 tr with Yarn A (or Yarn specified) For a full list, see page 88 SAVE OR SPLURGE For a more budget-friendly make, try Paintbox Yarns Simply Aran, Yarn A Jewel (72), Yarn B Glorious Gold (66), Yarn C Vanilla Cream (207) Check hook size, tension and ball length if you use a different yarn For yarn stockists contact www.paintboxyarns.com Front width a: 50 (55.5: 61: 66.5)cm 19¾…

fresh look YOU WILL NEED Cascade Heritage (75% wool, 25% nylon, 100g/400m) 1 skein of each: DuskyCoral5737 HighlighterOrange5773 GoldenFusion5723 A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook A cardigan For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk TENSION 1 patt rep measures approx 3.5cm (1½in) long MEASUREMENTS Pattern can be adapted to different length cardigans ABBREVIATIONS fdc (foundation double crochet) Ch2, *insert hook in second ch from hook, yrh and pull up a loop, yrh and pull through one loop (loop will sit at base of fdc), yrh and pull through 2 loops; rep from * inserting hook in loop at base of prev fdc For a full list, see page 88 Give tried-and-true garments in your wardrobe an instant upgrade when you add on this sweet lacy button band.…

FILLED WITH TEXTURE & COLOURS YOU WIWLL NEED Cygnet Kiddies Supersoft DK (100% acrylic, 100g/298m) 3 balls of Peach (648) 1 ball of White (208) Cygnet Kiddies Kaleidoscope DK (100% acrylic, 100g/292m) 2 balls of Yorkshire Mix (257) A 4mm (US G/6) hook A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook Stitch markers For yarn stockists contact Cygnet Yarns 01274 743374 www.cygnetyarns.com TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Blanket measures appox 76x90cm (30x35½in) ABBREVIATIONS RP (raised popcorn) Ch1, 6tr in dc 2 rows below, remove live loop from hook, insert hook in top of beg ch-1, place live loop back on hook and pull through ch-1 For a full list, see page 88 Make tummy time exciting by giving baby lots of fun bobbles to…

February 2021 marked a new beginning for Alejandra Arteaga, founder of crochet design brand Tissage Arte Décor. The designer knew she wanted to launch a project that would not only give participants a sense of purpose, but provide them with an income during the COVID-19 pandemic. She came up with the dizzying idea of taking a new crochet record to heights that had never been reached before. Alejandra decided to set the Guinness World Record for the tallest supported crochet sculpture in the world. At this time, Alejandra was already becoming known for her social projects designed to help people in need of economic and emotional help. Living in Ecuador, she couldn’t help but notice the poor conditions some people around her were living in. “During the pandemic, vulnerable women…

SELF-STRIPING YARN YOU WILL NEED West Yorkshire Spinners Signature 4ply (75% wool, 25% nylon, 100g/400m) 1 ball of Gingerbread (1109) A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook For yarn stockists contact WY Spinners 01535 664500 www.wyspinners.com TENSION 23 sts and 24 rounds measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over main pattern using a 3mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 88 Try West Yorkshire Spinners’ cosy Clementine socks – ideal for a night in front of the fire. NOTES Socks are worked from the top down from the Cuff. The Cuff is worked in short rows and seamed together. The Leg, Foot and Toe are all worked in rounds. The Heel is worked in rows over half of the stitches from the Leg. This…

YOU WILL NEED Urth Yarns Uneek Worsted (100% extra fine superwash Merino, 100g/200m) 2 skeins of 4007 A 5mm (US H/8) hook For yarn stockists contact Urth Yarns +1 844 865 6292 www.urthyarns.com TENSION 14 htr worked in the back loop and 10 rows measure 10x10cm (4x4in) using a 5mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension MEASUREMENTS Measures approx 90cm (35½in) in circumference and 34cm (13¼in) deep ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 88 You’ve heard of planned pooling, but have you heard of planned checking? Give this clever method a try with this unique shawl. NOTES Shawl is worked in a rectangle shape and seamed together at the end. Pattern is worked in Strips of colour. After the First Strip, all subsequent Strips are joined to…

Vintage patterns are a treasure trove of design ideas! They often use forgotten stitch patterns, unusual motifs and unique colour combinations. It’s easy to fall in love with these retro beauties, but following the patterns isn’t always so easy. Times have changed and so have yarns, sizes and even abbreviations. Some parts of a vintage pattern will require a bit more work to understand and reproduce, but other parts will be surprisingly easy. Just take things slowly and try to approach a vintage pattern like a puzzle – and be prepared to undo and rework some of the pattern! If you’re new to crochet or making garments, don’t tackle a vintage pattern until you have a bit more experience. If you’re eager to start vintage making, step back in time…

Facebook: LuciaKnit Creative Ideas Followers: 717 Instagram: @lucia_knit Followers: 4,777 IF YOU LIKE… seemingly impossible feats of crochet skill, you’ll love Lucia’s mind-bogglingly tiny crochet characters. #youhavetoseeittobelieveit #miniworld IF YOU NEED … the confidence to try to do something different, this is the place for you. Lucia loves encouraging others to try micro crochet. #believeinyourself IF YOU WANNA… smile more, follow Lucia! “I think most of my followers come to my page for positive emotions and ‘wow-effect,’” she says. #itsthelittlethings IF YOU ARE … inspired by everything around you, you’ll find it all here, too – in miniature! Lucia gets a lot of ideas from nature and everyday life. #takeitallin IF YOU LOVE… creative thinking, you’ll get along with Lucia. “I love the infinity of inspiration that yarn and crochet hooks give me,” she says.…

NOTES Patterns are worked in the amigurumi style. Work stitches in a continuous spiral without closing off each round with a slip stitch. You may find it helpful to mark the first st of the round, moving it up as you work. Doll is worked seamlessly from Legs to Head. Arms are made separately, then joined as you work the Body. Variations for each Flower Fairy™ are included in individual patterns. To shape the Wings, Ears or Leaf/Petal tips (optional), mix one part white glue to 2 parts water in a shallow dish. Immerse piece in the glue mixture until wet and avoid wetting yarn tails required for sewing. Gently squeeze out excess water, then use your fingers to shape the work until desired look is achieved. Leave to dry.…

MAKE AN UNUSUAL ANIMAL YOU WILL NEED Paintbox Cotton DK (100% cotton, 50g/125m) 2 balls of Racing Green (428) 1 ball of each: Pistachio Green (425) Blush Pink (454) A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook 2 safety eyes, 10mm Toy stuffing For yarn stockists contact Love Crafts 01409 404010 www.lovecrafts.com TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Echidna measures approx 20cm (7¾in) tall ABBREVIATIONS inv dec Insert hook under fl of next 2 sts, yrh and pull through both loops, yrh and pull through 2 loops on hook For a full list, see page 88 This cutie gives great hugs – even with all those spines! Cuddle up and learn about this exceptional egg-laying mammal. NOTES Pattern is worked using the amigurumi…

ADD TINKLY BELLS YOU WILL NEED Cascade Yarns Ultra Pima (100% cotton, 100g/200m) 1 skein of SummerMoss3780 Rico Creative Lamé (62% polyester, 38% polyamide, 25g/135m), 1 ball of Gold 40cm floral stem wire, 26-gauge Florist’s green stem tape 2m ribbon, approx 5mm wide 10 white craft bells 1.3m gold cord, 5mm A 4mm (US G/6) hook A 3mm (US C/2/D/3) hook A 2.5mm (US B/1 or C/2) hook Stuffing 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 String measures approx 100cm (40in) long but can be adapted to any length ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 88 This romantic, rustic make is just the thing for a holiday season with your special someone. NOTES…

FILET STITCH DESIGN YOU WILL NEED Rico Essentials Cotton DK (100% cotton, 50g/120m) 3 balls of Alga (73) A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook For yarn stockists contact Rico Design www.rico-design.com/en/home TENSION 8 blocks and 9 rounds measure approx 10x10cm (4x4in) over pattern using a 3.5mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension MEASUREMENTS Tote measures approx 30x35cm (12x13½in) excluding handles ABBREVIATIONS open block Tr, ch2, skip 2 sts closed block 3 tr in next 3 sts or chs For a full list, see page 88 For 10% OFF at www.woolwarehouse.co.uk use the code SC130 at the checkout Code cannot be applied to certain products such as yarn packs, sale items, gift vouchers, KC Collection and Lopi products. Instead of a plastic shopping bag,…

Win a digital copy of the next Simply Crochet issue! Enter by voting for your favourite on Instagram #hooktohook @simplycrochetmag Sara Hayward “It’s been fantastic to be part of this colourful cushion design challenge. I love colour, so it was the perfect challenge for me. It was wonderful to get to use the Scheepjes Terrazzo range – the beautiful tones made me think of autumn and log cabin quilts. Therefore, my cushion is made of four identical panels and is based on the traditional log cabin quilt design. I positioned the squares to create the illusion of a circle in the middle.” Find more of Sara’s work on Instagram at @_hookmeup_ Lisa Hendry “I was so excited when I was asked to take part in this challenge for Simply Crochet.…

PINWHEEL-SHAPED MOTIFS YOU WILL NEED Hayfield Bonus DK (100% acrylic, 100g/280m) 5 balls of Chocolate (947) 4 balls of Fields of Gold (666) 2 balls of each: Claret (841) Burnt Orange (647) 1 ball of Vanilla (594) A 4mm (US G/6) hook For yarn stockists contact Sirdar 01924 231682 www.sirdar.com TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Blanket measures approx 170x170cm (67x67in) ABBREVIATIONS split cl Yrh, insert hook in sp before join, yrh and pull up a loop, yrh and pull through 2 loops; rep from * once more, **yrh, insert hook in sp after join, yrh and pull up a loop, yrh and pull through 2 loops on hook; rep from ** once more, yrh and pull through all loops on hook…

EASY ONE-BALL PROJECT YOU WILL NEED Cascade Yarns Anthem Rondo (100% acrylic, 200g/340m) 1 ball of Holidaze (06) A 4mm (US G/6) hook A pompom maker, 65mm For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk TENSION 14 sts and 9 rows measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over double crochet working in the back loop using a 4mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension MEASUREMENTS Hat measures 50cm (19¾in) in circumference and 28cm (11in) long excluding Brim ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 88 Head out in any weather with this bright and cheerful topper. It’s simple to make, too! NOTES Main section of Hat is worked in a flat piece and seamed together at the end. The Brim is worked in rounds across the base of the Hat.…

DRAWSTRING BAG PATTERN Working in a continuous spiral, ch10. ROUND 1 Dc in second ch from hook and each ch across, rotate to work in opposite side of foundation ch, dc in each ch to end. [18 sts] ROUNDS 2-11 Dc in each st around. ROUND 12 Ss in next st, ch1 (does not count as st), htr in each st around, ss to top of beg htr. Cut 2 lengths of yarn, 10cm long. Weave one length through the htr round, from one side of the pouch back to the same point and tie in a knot. Repeat with the other length of yarn to finish. The leftover yarns from this yarn review will be donated to Knit for Peace. Learn more at www.knitforpeace.org.uk and go to www.gathered.how for…

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