Innehållsförteckning för Issue 135 från Simply Crochet

We hear it all the time – do what makes you happy, enjoy every moment, live life to the fullest… but how do you do it? For me, the secret is in making bold choices. For instance, I love Fran Morgan’s super-vibrant zigzag top on page 27, so I’ve decided to make it for myself! Also, I’ve already adorned some tote bags with my own watermelon design from page 40, and I plan to decorate my house to the max for the coronation with bunting from page 53. What bold crochet choices have you made? Share your makes on Instagram tagged #sctreblemaker, or on our Facebook group, Simply Crochet SCtreblemakers.…

CROCHET COLLAGE GARDEN CHRIS NORRINGTON (£16.99, David & Charles) Famous on Instagram for her floral crochet flatlays, designer Chris Norrington invites readers to make their own hooky flower collages with this stunning book. With ideas for all seasons, this tome is filled with 100 patterns for a wide variety of “crochet flowers, plants and petals” inspired by Chris’s own garden near the North York Moors National Park. MORE CROCHET ICONIC WOMEN CARLA MITRANI (£16.99, David & Charles) Inspirational women of the past and present come to life in this collection of clever amigurumi dolls. Inside the second volume of the Crochet Iconic Women series, you’ll find patterns to make 15 exceptional women, including singer Ella Fitzgerald, Queen ElizabethI, abolitionistHarrietTubman, ancient philosopher Hypatia of Alexandria and Nobel Peace Prize winner Wangarĩ…

Motifs & zigzags YOU WILL NEED ■ WYS Signature 4ply (75% wool, 25% nylon,100g/298m)1 ball of each for all sizesYarn A Hydrangea (0335)Yarn B Cardamon (0351)Yarn C Blue Raspberry (0333)Yarn D Cornflower (0325)Yarn E Juniper (0157)Yarn F Milk Bottle (010)Yarn G Pennyroyal (0530)Yarn H Fuchsia (1002)Yarn I Honeysuckle (0234)Yarn J Candy Floss (0547)Yarn K Butterscotch (0240)Yarn L Dusty Miller (0129)■ A 3.25mm (US D/3) hook For yarn stockists contact WY Spinners 01535 664500 www.wyspinners.com TENSION 22.5 sts and 8.5 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over Ripple Stitch patt using a 3.25mm hook or size required to obtain tension Each Motif measures approx 6x6cm (2¼x2¼in) ABBREVIATIONS beg 3-dtr cl Ch3 (counts as first leg of cluster), *yrh twice, insert hook in st at base of ch-3, yrh and pull up a…

VILLAGE SCENE YOU WILL NEED ■ DMC Natura Just Cotton (100% cotton, 50g/155m)11 balls of Light Green (N12)■ A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook■ Dowel, 150cm For yarn stockists contact DMC 01924 231669 www.dmc.com TENSION 16 blocks and 17 rows measure 20x20cm (8x8in) MEASUREMENTS Curtain measures 125x120cm (49¼x47¼in) ABBREVIATIONS open block Tr in next st, ch2, skip 2 sts filled block Tr in next st, 2tr in ch-sp For a full list, see page 86 Decorate your home with a countryside scene created entirely in filet stitch. You can even make two and use them as curtains! NOTES Wall Hanging is worked in the filet technique. There is a Chart on page 88, which you will need to refer to. Each white square represents 1 open block, and each…

FUN TO HOOK YOU WILL NEED ■ The Fibre Co. Tundra (60% alpaca, 30% Merino wool, 10% silk, 100g/109m)1 skein of each:GlacierAmber BurnBoreal■ An 8mm (US L/11) hook For yarn stockists contact  www.thefibreco.com TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Scarf measures approx 180x12cm (70¾x4¾in) excluding fringe ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 86 For 10% OFF at www.thefibreco.com use the code sc135 at the checkout Code expires 18 June, 2023 Here’s a project that’s equal parts fancy and fun! Wrap up in this alpaca, Merino and silk blend to defend against spring cold snaps. NOTES Scarf is worked in rows with RS facing throughout. Fasten off at the end of each row and work over the tails where possible to reduce the…

For me, crochet is a solitary pastime. I brew a cup of tea, put on a podcast and curl up in a comfy chair, hook in one hand, yarn in the other. This wasn’t the case on Friday, 24 February this year, however, when I found myself crocheting alongside hundreds of fellow hooksters, all as obsessed with the craft as me. You see, I had made the long pilgrimage from my home in Bath to Derby Arena in order to take part in a new Guinness World Record attempt for the most people simultaneously crocheting together in one room. I had travelled with Sara Huntington, the editor of Simply Crochet, and fellow crochet designer Fran Morgan, whose garments frequently grace the cover of this magazine. Here’s how our day unfolded……

As soon as she learned how to dye her own yarn, Kerry Moyle was excited to give plant-based yarn dyeing a try. “I grew quite a few things in the garden already and enjoy foraging, so using plants seemed the natural route to follow,” she says. Now, as Ginger Pink Yarns, all of Kerry’s yarn is dyed using home-grown and locally foraged plants, as well as plant-based food waste. She even names all her yarns after the plants used to dye them. “People are generally fascinated to see what colours emerge from each plant, so to have that information prominently on my labels is important,” she says. PLAY WITH PLANTS Plant-based dyeing can be an exciting process, especially as so many plants produce unexpected shades. “When I first started dyeing,…

FLOWER PATTERN Make a magic loop. ROUND 1 Ch3 (counts as tr), 9tr into loop. [10 tr] ROUND 2 (Ch3, dtr, htr) in first stitch, (htr, dtr, ch3, ss) in next stitch, *(ss, ch3, dtr, htr) in next stitch, (htr, dtr, ch3, ss) in next stitch; repeat from * around, working final ss in base of beg ch-3. [5 petals] FASTEN OFF and weave in ends. 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 more yarn donation ideas. STYLECRAFT SAVANNAH WEIGHT Aran CONTENT 100% cotton BALL 100g/165m HOOK 4.5mm RRP £5.19 Bring out the holiday vibes with this powder-soft cotton yarn that would be great for dreamy summer tops. It’s made from four plies…

With just one Scheepjes Whirl, you can hook up any of these stunning colour-changing garments! Each piece in this mini-collection can be worn with bright clothing for an effortlessly cool look or against neutrals as an elegant stand-alone piece. You may need to snap up a second Whirl to create these projects in larger sizes, but never fear – the colour gradient will stay intact if you start from the middle of the second cake. These fashionable finishes make fantastic gifts for stylish friends of all ages, and are light and airy enough to wear in the spring and summer. So, let’s get started… Editor, Simply Crochet…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Scheepjes Whirl Fine Art (50% wool, 25% acrylic, 25% microfibre, 220g/460m) Pop Art (652) See table for measurements and yarn quantities■ A 3.75mm (US F/5) hook■ Stitch markers For yarn stockists contact Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com/en TENSION 9 filet squares and 10 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over filet stitch using a 3.75mm hook or size needed to obtain tension ABBREVIATIONS beg v-st Ch4 (counts as tr, ch1) tr in st/sp at base of ch-4 v-st (Tr, ch1, tr) in st/sp indicated; work in ch-1 sp of v-st on following round filet st (Ch2, tr in next tr) rep as stated shell (3tr, ch2, 3tr) in sp indicated; work in ch-2 sp of shell on following round For a full list, see page 86 of Simply Crochet magazine…

VICTORIA KAIRIS Victoria is completely amigurumi-obsessed and loves the challenge of making her characters as cute as they can possibly be. Hook one – or both – of her coffee cup cosies on page 48. EMMA LEITH Author of the books Mindful Crochet and Colourful Crochet, Emma’s use of colour makes it easy to spot her designs. See her basket on page 14 and her sea urchin blanket on page 66. NATALIE BEARD Natalie loves using colour in all her makes – the brighter the better! She’s always been a passionate crafter; any spare time is used to get creative. Check out her lampshade on page 14. HELEN ANDERSON Helen has been crocheting for eight years and loves experimenting with colour and texture to create playful and exciting designs. Check…

1 Lay the pieces out flat with RS facing up. Line up the edges you want to join, matching up each crochet stitch or row-end carefully. It’s best to work the mattress stitch seam vertically from bottom to top, so start at the bottom. Thread the needle with yarn and insert it into the right-hand piece, from back to front, 1 stitch up from its bottom edge and 1 stitch in from its left edge. 2 Insert needle into the front of the left-hand piece in the same position, 1 stitch up from the bottom edge and 1 stitch in from the right edge. Continue working the seam 1 stitch in from the edges that you’re joining, as follows: bring needle up from back to front on left-hand piece, 1…

GREAT GIFT YOU WILL NEED ■ Sirdar Country Classic 4ply (50% wool, 50% acrylic, 50g/200m)1 ball of each:Yarn A White (950)Yarn B Coral (956)■ A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook For yarn stockists contact Sirdar 01924 231682 www.sirdar.com TENSION 28 sts and 34 rounds measures 10x10cm (4x4in) over double crochet using a 3mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension MEASUREMENTS Fits a head circumference of 36 (40: 46: 48: 52)cm, 14 (15¾: 18: 19: 20½)in To fit size 0 (4: 9: 12: 24) months ABBREVIATIONS spiked tr Yrh, insert hook in st indicated, yrh and pull up loop to height of current round, (yrh and pull through 2 loops) twice For a full list, see page 86 Get ready for warm days in the outdoors with this…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Ginger Pink Devonia DK (50% Exmoor Blueface, 30% Bluefaced Leicester, 20% lustre breeds, 100g/233m)1 skein of Rhubarb Root■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook For yarn stockists contact www.gingerpinkyarns.com TENSION Rounds 1-4 measures 10cm (4in) in diameter MEASUREMENTS Beret measures 56cm (22in) in circumference around brim ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 86 Whether you’re in a coffee shop pondering life’s mysteries or painting a scene by the river, you’ll want this haute hat on your head. NOTES Beret is worked in rounds throughout. This yarn is dyed in small batches and the colours available may vary. BERET MAIN BODY Make a magic loop. Round 1 (RS) Ch3 (counts as tr throughout), 11tr in loop, ss to top of beg ch-3, ss in sp between ch-3…

WINNER! Inside the Dragon’s Den The dragons in stories might be ferocious, but this one is the perfect cuddle companion, especially when you’re getting stuck into a new book! Lindsey McNaughton hooked this gentle giant up from issue 133 for her daughter, who absolutely loves her new fiery friend. Super cute! SO STRIPY Stripes never go out of style, and neither does keeping warm. Christine Gore hooked up these fingerless gloves from issue 131 in her own choice of colours – and they look amazing! Christine’s hands will stay warm while her fingers are free to do some crochet, even in the cold. We wonder if she’ll make a few in different colours so her friends can join in. RAINBOW ROAD Sue Drew made this masterpiece from issue 131 to…

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YOU WILL NEED ■ Scheepjes Whirligig (80% wool, 20% alpaca, 450g/1000m)1 cake of Sapphire to Blue (212)■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook■ 4 stitch markers For yarn stockists contact Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com/en TENSION 22 sts and 10 rounds measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over pattern using a 4mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension MEASUREMENTS Poncho measures 58cm (22¾in) in circumference around neck and 50cm (19¾in) long ABBREVIATIONS beg v-st Ch4 (counts as tr, ch1), tr in st/sp at base of ch-4 v-st (Tr, ch1, tr) in st/sp indicated picot Ch3, ss in last ch from hook For a full list, see page 86 of Simply Crochet magazine Delicate yet bold, warm yet airy, this poncho is full of contrasts – and yet it all works so well! Go for elegance…

IDEAS INSPIRATION ACCESSORIES WEBSITES EVENTS STUFF Sunny delight The Fibre Co’s By Hook II – a collection of six crochet pieces, all using the brand’s luxurious and eco-conscious yarn – will arrive just in time for summer! From 20 April, try this bold Wild Child Cardy by Lee Sartori, hooked in Merino-blend yarn Amble, plus a vest, a cushion, a wall hanging, a bucket hat and more. Find the range at www.thefibreco.com SUPER KIDDOS Sirdar’s new patterns really pack a punch! We’re in love with these ultra-colourful superhero hoodies, complete with an awesome cape attached to the back. Hooked in Sirdar’s own Snuggly Replay, a machine-washable 50% cotton and 50% acrylic DK yarn, the collection also includes crochet superhero masks so your little one can really get into character. Visit…

FLOWER FIELDS To us, this throw is the embodiment of happiness in spring! Full of bold, tessellated zigzags and lined with pretty floral motifs, this striking blanket is pure joy. FOR YOUR HOME FIT TO A TEE Master the art of dopamine dressing when you wear this exhilarating short-sleeved jumper. The wavy lines and little flower squares make this a fabulous statement piece to both make and wear. EDGE OF YOUR SEAT Who knew cushions could be so exciting – and enticing? Choose between a rectangle full of vibrant squiggles and a round burst of colour, or make both cushions to really brighten up the room! LIGHT-NING BOLT Speaking of bright ideas, this gorgeous lampshade is a great way to shine a light on your creativity in your own living…

CORONATION THEMED YOU WILL NEED ■ Rico Essentials Cotton DK (100% cotton, 50g/120m)1 ball of each:Black (090)White (080)Nude (052)Dark Grey (107)Mauve (017)Cobalt Blue (032)Red (002)■ Rico Creative Lame (62% polyester, 38% polyamide, 25g/135m)1 ball of Gold (002)■ Rico Baby Teddy Aran (75% polyester, 25% polyamide, 50g/135m)1 ball of White (001)■ A 2.5mm (US C/1 or D/2) hook■ 2 safety eyes, 10mm■ 5 acrylic gems, 15mm■ PVA glue■ Toy stuffing■ Stitch markers 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 Toy measures 21cm (8¼in) tall ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 86 For 10% OFF at www.blacksheepwools.com use the code 135RICO at the checkout Offer ends 5 June 2023 Celebrate the King’s coronation in May with a tiny…

CORNER-TO-CORNER MAKE YOU WILL NEED ■ Scheepjes Sunkissed (100% cotton, 50g/170m)Yarn A Seaside (05)Yarn B Sand Dunes (02)See table for measurements and yarn quantities■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook For yarn stockists contact Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com/en TENSION 7x7 c2c blocks measure 10x10cm (4x4in) using a 4mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension ABBREVIATIONS c2c block Ss in ch-sp on next block, ch3, 3tr in same sp For a full list, see page 86 Width a: 53 (58.5: 64: 69.5)cm 10¾ (23: 24¼: 27¼)in Length b: 49 (50.5: 51.5: 53)cm 19¼ (19¾: 20¼: 21)in Sleeve length c: 26.5 (24: 22.5: 20)cm 10½ (9½: 9: 8)in Try an exciting twist on a classic garment – this cardi is made by creating two corner-to-corner (c2c) panels and sewing them together! It’s nice…

EASY TO MAKE YOU WILL NEED ■ Stylecraft Naturals Organic Cotton DK (100% cotton, 50g/105m)1 ball of each:Jade (7191)Azure (7198)Dove (7203)Wood (7188)■ A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook■ A 2.75mm (US C/2) hook■ A stitch marker■ Toy stuffing■ Black stranded cotton 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 Cup Cosy measures approx 9cm (3½in) tall and 22cm (8¾in) circumference ABBREVIATIONS invdec Insert hook in front loop of first st to be decreased, insert hook into front loop of second st to be decreased, yrh, pull through 2 loops, yrh and pull through 2 loops on hook FPss Insert hook around post of st indicated working from the front, yrh and pull loop through, pull through first…

PART 2 YOU WILL NEED Materials are for the whole Blanket ■ Rico Design Essentials Merino DK (100% virgin wool, 50g/120m)5 balls Yellow (65)3 balls Mustard (70)2 balls of each:Green (42)Light Blue (34)Cobalt Blue (29)Pearl Pink (16)Orchid (07)Navy (28)1 ball of each:Red (05)Light Mint (33)■ A 4.5mm (US 7) hook■ A 5mm (US H/8) hook For yarn stockists contact Rico Design www.rico-design.de TENSION 19 sts and 12 rows to meas 10x10cm (4x4in) over treble crochet using a 4.5mm hook MEASUREMENTS Finished Blanket measures approx 90x115cm (35x45in) Music Strip measures 78x12cm (30¾x4¾in) Heart Rectangle measures 15x17cm (6x6¾in) ABBREVIATIONS FPqtr Yrh 4 times, insert hook around post of st indicated working from RS, yrh and pull up a loop, (yrh and pull through 2 loops on hook) 5 times bobble *Yrh with…

MADE OF MOTIFS YOU WILL NEED ■ Stylecraft Batik Swirl (80% acrylic, 20% wool, 200g/550m)1 cake of each of Yarn A:Meadow (3736) (see Notes)Forest (3737)■ Stylecraft Life DK (80% acrylic, 20% wool, 100g/298m)4 balls of Yarn B Parchment (2445)■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook■ A 3.5mm (US E/4) 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 125x95cm (49¼x37½in) ABBREVIATIONS htr-pc (half treble popcorn) 4htr in st/sp indicated, remove live loop from hook, insert hook in top of first htr, place live loop on hook and pull through st For a full list, see page 86 WIth its ripples of slowly changing tones and organic sea life-esque motifs, this is a project you’ll…

BONUS CHAIN HANDLE YOU WILL NEED ■ Rico Creative Cotton Aran (100% cotton, 50g/85m)4 balls of Yarn A Emerald (69)3 balls of Yarn B White (80)■ A 4.5mm (US 7) hook■ 2 flat chain handles, 20cm (available from bit.ly/3ZRyxTn)■ 4 eyelets, 7mm (available from bit. ly/3LEiWTm) For yarn stockists contact Rico Design www.rico-design.com/en/home TENSION 18 sts and 18 rows measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over double crochet with the tapestry colourwork method using 4.5 mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension MEASUREMENTS Bag measures approx 28x34cm (11x13½in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 86 For 10 % OFF at www.woolwarehouse.co.uk use the code SC135 at the checkout Code cannot be applied to certain products such as yarn packs, sale items, gift vouchers, KC Collection and Lopi products. Take it…

BLUEBELL BEAUTY Nina M, aka @madebynina_, just added a final few touches to her Forget-Me-Not Fairy from issue 130. This fairy looks lovely and ready to fly. STITCHING SCHOOL To ‘hook and learn’ was the goal, and Sue Shaw, aka @blue_ bobbin_arts, definitely did while making her first-ever crochet project – our CAL from 2018. THE GIFT OF LOVE This baby jumper from issue 131 is the first piece of children’s clothing that hookster Annie Wallace, aka @littlebat_crochet, has ever made. It looks fantastic, Annie! FAB THROWBACK Looking back at your early makes always brings back so many wonderful memories! Nikki Wood, aka @moonlight.crochet. club, made a mandala from issue 47.…

ISSUE 134 Step into spring with our beautiful March issue! Hook a granny circle cardi, embroider your crochet with flora and fauna and start our brand new Golden Moments blanket CAL by Eleonora Tully! Plus, create gorgeous flower cushions, a throw out of postage stamp motifs and much more inside. SEE OUR BACK ISSUE PROJECTS IN DETAIL ON RAVELRY BIT.LY/RAVSIMPLYC RETURN TO THE APP TO BUY YOUR BACK ISSUES All issues of Simply Crochet are available as digital editions, ready to read whenever you want. Every purchase is permanently stored in your magazine library. Once your magazine has downloaded, an internet connection is not required, so you can take your magazine with you wherever you go. EVERY ISSUE IS AVAILABLE DIGITALLY, STARTING FROM ISSUE ONE! ISSUE 133 Mini motifs collection,…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Scheepjes Wooly Whirl (70% cotton, 30% wool, 220g/1000m)1 cake of Melting Mint Centre (475)■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook■ 3 stitch markers For yarn stockists contact Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com/en TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Shawl measures approx 152x64cm (60x25in) across widest points ABBREVIATIONS beg v-st shell Ch3 (counts as tr), (tr, ch2, 2tr) in same st/sp v-st shell (2tr, ch2, 2tr) in st/sp indicated v-st (Tr, ch2, tr) in st/sp indicated For a full list, see page 86 of Simply Crochet magazine Full of organic shapes, wavy lines and soft clusters, this ethereal creation looks gorgeous no matter how you style it. Use your shawl pin to fasten it about your shoulders, or opt to wear it floaty…