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Backyard barbecues, camping holidays, long afternoons in a pub garden – if you’re like me, you’re planning to enjoy yourself as much as possible this season! I know I’ll be throwing on Emma Leith’s floaty wrap from page 70 on an evening or lugging Sue Pearson’s floor cushion on page 58 outside for a picnic in the garden. And there’s plenty for festival-goers, too, in our collection of showtime showstoppers on page 14! Please share your makes on Instagram tagged #sctreblemaker, or on our Facebook group, Simply Crochet SCtreblemakers. We love to see them!…

V-NECK FRONT & BACK YOU WILL NEED ■ Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash (100% wool, 100g/200m) Yarn A Teal (810) Yarn B Winter White (910A) Yarn C Sapphire Heather (1951) Yarn D Tahitian Rose (914A) Yarn E Golden (877) Yarn F Garnet (314) See table for measurements and yarn quantities ■ A 5mm (US H/8) hook ■ Stitch markers For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk TENSION 16 sts and 20 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over twisted treble pattern using a 5mm hook ABBREVIATIONS lpst (loop st) The loop is worked with WS of work facing. Insert hook in st indicated, draw up a 7cm loop of yarn using your index finger, pass the hook over and around the nearside of the loop and pick up the far…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Yarnsmiths Create DK (100% acrylic, 100g/290m) 3 balls of White (3040) 2 balls of Pale Silver (3035) 1 ball of each: Bright Red (3110) Lime Green (3190) Lilac (3350) Sky Blue (3260) Primrose Yellow (3160) Candyfloss Pink (3400) Bright Orange (3130) ■ A 5.5mm (US I/9) hook ■ A 5mm (US H/8) hook ■ A 4.5mm (US 7) hook 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 Blanket measures approx 100x70cm (39x28in) ABBREVIATIONS butterfly Change to 4.5mm hook and chosen colour, ss in bl of st, ch3, 3ttr in bl of same st, ch3, ss in bl of same st, (ch2, 3tr in same fl, ch2, ss in same fl) twice,…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Lily Sugar‘n Cream Solids (100% cotton, 70.9g/109m) 5 balls of Grape (00071) 3 balls of White (00001) ■ A 5mm (US H/8) hook ■ A cushion pad, 75x75cm ■ Backing fabric, 80x80cm ■ Sewing needle and thread For yarn, contact Creative Crafting World www.creativecraftingworld.co.uk TENSION 14 sts and 10 rows measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over pattern using a 5mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension MEASUREMENTS Cushion measures 75x75cm (29½x29½in) ABBREVIATIONS mtr (mosaic treble) Tr in skipped st 3 rows below, working in front of the ch-sps on prev 2 rows For a full list, see page 86 During cosy get-togethers, help friends and family stay comfortable by offering them a bold and beautiful cushion to sit on. NOTES The Cushion is made of a…

PART 3 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) Golden Rectangle and Moments Rectangle each measure 31x17cm (12¼x6¾in) ABBREVIATIONS ss join Join yarn in ch-sp on first Rectangle, ch1, ss in ch-sp on adjacent Rectangle, ch1, *ss in next…

MOSAIC TECHNIQUE YOU WILL NEED ■ Stylecraft Highland Heather DK (100% acrylic, 100g/272m) 1 ball of each: Thistle (3748) Shale (3749) ■ A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook ■ Circular kiss clasp, 8.5cm ■ A fat quarter of fabric For yarn stockists contact Rico Design www.rico-design.com/en/home TENSION 27 sts and 25 rounds measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over pattern using a 3.5mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension MEASUREMENTS Purse measures approx 10x10cm (4x4in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page Small but perfectly formed, this purple patterned purse will come in handy time and time again for storing small bits on the go. NOTES Purse is worked in rounds with RS facing throughout. The first 8 rounds are worked in a continuous spiral without closing off each round with a…

TANIA SCALOZUB Tania is a talented crochet designer and founder of TScrochetdesign. Originally from Ukraine, she now resides in sunny Florida. Check out her granny square skirt on page 14. MARGARET HUBERT Starting in the needle arts business in 1963, Margaret has since written 31 books on crochet and knitting in her career. Discover her popcorn and lace jumper on page 43. JOHAN BJÖRNFOT Johan lives in Sweden and is the designer behind Made by Johan B. He does his best to create patterns full of originality and innovation. Find his baby blanket on page 49. TERI HAMILTON Teri is a crochet designer specialising in a variety of projects, including unusual amigurumi, mosaic clothing and fun blankets. Her purple coin purse appears on page 72. OTHER CONTRIBUTORS Helen Anderson, Jess…

Every month, three subscribers win a prize as thank you for their loyalty to Simply Crochet. This month, the winners (below) will each receive this Scheepjes zodiac amigurumi yarn bundle, worth £59! It has the yarn and patterns you need to make a stuffie for each of the zodiac signs. Sasha Lankshear, West Sussex Gail McDonald, Tyne and Wear Tracy Crew, Pembrokeshire 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 ■ Scheepjes Organicon (100% cotton, 50g/170m) 1 ball of each: Soft Blossom (206) Broken Almond (220) Ashen Mink (201) Soft Sky (216) ■ A 2.5mm (US C/2) hook ■ Toy stuffing ■ 2 black safety eyes, 6mm ■ Black and pink stranded cotton ■ Stitch markers ■ Cosmetic blusher and brush For yarn stockists contact Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com/en TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Armadillo measures 14cm (5½in) long ABBREVIATIONS surface crochet Position yarn on WS of work, insert hook through fabric from RS to WS, yrh and pull loop through to RS, *insert hook back through to WS in direction you want the surface crochet to travel, yrh and pull up loop, pull through loop on hook; rep from…

SUMMER READY YOU WILL NEED ■ King Cole Bamboo Cotton (50% bamboo, 50% cotton, 100g/230m) Yarn A Sea Breeze (3331) See table for measurements and quantities of Yarn A 1 ball for all sizes Yarn B Truffle (3330) ■ A 3.75mm (US F/5) hook ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ■ Stitch markers For yarn stockists contact King Cole 01756 703670 www.kingcole.com TENSION 1 stitch pattern repeat of 3-tr group and 1 shell measures 6cm (2¼in) using a 4mm hook 7.5 rows of pattern measure 10cm (4in) using a 4mm hook See Notes about Tension ABBREVIATIONS pc (popcorn stitch) 4tr in designated stitch, remove hook from loop and insert hook in top of first tr, draw loose loop through st For a full list, see page 86 Bust width a:…

Win a digital copy of the next Simply Crochet issue! Enter by voting for your favourite on Instagram #hooktohook @simplycrochetmag WIN Nicole Trent Byrnes “I was beyond excited when I was asked to participate in this fun Hook to Hook challenge. Socks are a great project when temperatures are rising but you still want to crochet something wearable. I designed these socks to be airy and breathable in warmer months. They’re quick to make, so they can be completed during a road trip or weekend at the beach, and they’re reminiscent of sweet little daisies blooming throughout the summer.” Follow Nicki on Instagram at @nickibyrnescrochet Alice Tarry “Crochet is so versatile, and I enjoy exploring different techniques in order to create a variety of patterns – and I was excited…

With limitless colours to combine, intricate shapes to master and a whole library of stitches to be explored, the world of crochet knows no bounds. But since its invention many centuries ago, the image of the craft has mostly been ‘cosy,’ with granny-square blankets, cheerful cardigans and plenty of baby booties. However, fast-forward to today – or take the briefest of glances at crochet online – and you’ll see that this snuggly image is only part of the story. There are makers from all around the world expressing themselves in ways that defy the traditional to produce crochet that delves into the depths of the imagination. CROCHET IMITATES LIFE One such maker is Gina Rose Gallina. Her fabulous crochet outfits bring a gorgeous handmade edge to – and are a…

MAKE FOR YOUR HOME YOU WILL NEED ■ Rico Essentials Cotton DK (100% cotton, 50g/120m) 1 ball of each: Fuchsia (14) Pistachio (86) Dark Turquoise (71) ■ A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook ■ Glue ■ A wooden dowel, 30cm long ■ 9 cardboard frames (see Measurements for size); cereal boxes are ideal 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 Small meas 7cm (2¾in) diameter; centre meas 5cm (2in) diameter Medium meas 8cm (3¼in) diameter; centre meas 6.5cm (2½in) diameter Large meas 9.5cm (3¾in diameter; centre meas 7cm (2¾in) diameter ABBREVIATIONS tr4tog (Yrh, insert hook in next st, yrh and pull up loop, yrh and draw through 2 loops) 4 times, yrh and draw through…

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. ‘A’ PATTERN Ch12. ROUND 1 2dc in second ch from hook, dc in next 4 ch, 3dc in next ch, dc in next 4 ch, 2dc in last ch, rotate to work along other side of chain, ss in first ch, ss in next 2 ch, ch2, ss in ch at base of 3rd dc, ss in ch at base of 2nd dc, ss in ch at base of first dc, ss to first dc. FASTEN OFF and weave in ends. WEST YORKSHIRE SPINNERS ELEMENTS WEIGHT DK CONTENT 60% Lyocell, 40% Falkland Islands wool BALL 50g/112m HOOK 4mm RRP £4.50 Calling all animal lovers!…

SCAN ME Learn more online! HOLDING THE HOOK Try these methods and see which works best HOLDING THE YARN Even tension results in even stitches MAKING A SLIPKNOT The first loop on the hook CHAIN STITCH Use this stitch to make your foundation chain How to count chains SLIP STITCH (ss) This stitch has no height – often used to join rounds DOUBLE CROCHET (dc) US term: single crochet One of the key stitches in crochet, doubles are simple, compact stitches that form a dense fabric HALF TREBLE CROCHET (htr) US term: half double crochet A handy stitch that’s between double and treble crochet in size, and it looks slightly looser than double crochet TREBLE CROCHET (tr) US term: double crochet One of the most popular stitches in crochet, this…

LAYER IT UP YOU WILL NEED ■ Stylecraft Special Aran with Wool (80% acrylic, 20% wool, 400g/816m) 1 ball of each: Yarn A Black (3371) Yarn B Off White (3468) ■ A 5mm (US H/8) hook ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook For yarn stockists contact Stylecraft 01484 848435 www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk TENSION 13tr and 10 rows measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over half treble crochet using a 4mm hook, or size required to obtain tension ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 86 in Simply Crochet magazine Width a: 57 (63.5: 66.5: 73: 79)cm, 22½ (25: 26¼: 28¾: 31¼)in Length b: 59 (61: 63: 63: 65.5)cm, 23¼ (24: 25: 25: 25¾)in If you’re a little creepy and kooky, you’ll love this loose-fit pullover. Layer over a white long-sleeved shirt for a smart yet…

PROUD TO SUPPORT YOUR YARN SHOP RICO-DESIGN.CO.UK Our super brand new pattern booklet includes comprehensive instructions to crochet eight cute baby blankies with animal heads for little ones. Whether a cute bunny, a happy frog or a colourful parrot – we include the world of animals that live on land, in the water and in the air. The baby blankies are crocheted with Ricorumi dk and Ricorumi Spin Spin dk. We also have four complete baby blankie kits to buy. Collect them all – so adorable! follow us on…

SKIRT Granny squares both small and large come together perfectly to create this high-performing skirt by Tania Skalozub. Wear it whenever you want to clown around! ■ Cascade Yarns 220 Superwash (100% wool, 100g/200m), Sapphire Heather (1951) See table for measurements and yarn quantities 1 skein of each: Garnet (314), Winter White (910A), Tahitian Rose (914A), Golden (877), Teal (810) ■ A 5mm (US H/8) hook ■ Stitch markers TENSION Rounds 1-4 measure 8.5x8.5cm (3¼x3¼in) using a 5mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension NOTES Skirt is made up of Large and Small motifs. Each motif is worked in rounds. Sapphire Blue is used for the final round on all Squares. You can use any colour for any other round – or refer to the image for guidance.…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Scheepjes Stonewashed (78% cotton, 22% acrylic, 50g/130m) 5 balls of Deep Amethyst (811) 3 balls of Lilac Quartz (818) 2 balls of each: Pink Quartzite (821) Peridot (827) 1 ball of each: Canada Jade (806) Garnet (810) Lemon Quartz (812) New Jade (819) ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook For yarn stockists contact Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com/en TENSION Each Square measures 20x20cm (8x8in) using a 4mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension MEASUREMENTS Blanket measures approx 110x110cm (43x43in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 86 Celebrate all parts of the passion fruit plant with a delicious blanket made of 3D motifs. It would be such a sweet gift for a loved one! NOTES All Squares are worked in the round with RS facing. Once complete,…

FITS MOST MOBILES YOU WILL NEED ■ Hoooked Soft Cotton DK (80% recycled cotton, 20% other recycled fibres, 50g/85m) 1 ball of Tokio Turquoise (SCSP7) ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook For yarn stockists contact Hoooked 0031 7033 51886 www.hoookedyarn.com TENSION 16 sts and 11 rounds measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over patt using a 4mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension MEASUREMENTS Phone Snug measures approx 8.5x18cm (3¼x7in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 86 Slip a mobile into this case before placing it in your handbag. Hook in all one colour to show off the lovely textured stitches. NOTES Phone Snug is worked in rounds from the bottom up, with RS facing throughout. PHONE SNUG Ch15. Round 1 (RS) Dc in second ch from hook and next…

PURE LUXURY YOU WILL NEED ■ Knit McIntosh ffluff (75% baby Suri alpaca, 25% mulberry silk, 50g/420m) 1 skein of each: Yarn A Cherry Lips Yarn B Candy Floss ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook For yarn stockists contact Knit McIntosh www.knitmcintosh.com TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Wrap measures appox 176x50cm (59¼x19¾in) ABBREVIATIONS fan (tr, ch2, tr, ch2, tr, ch2, tr) in st/sp indicated For a full list, see page 86 Hook up an elegant, lightweight layer to wear on summer nights, or give it to a friend with a timeless sense of style. NOTES Wrap is worked in rows throughout. Change colour every 2 rows and carry the yarn up the side ready to use again as required. Although tension…

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While watching your favourite television shows, do you ever fall in love with the outfits you see on screen? We sure do – binge-watching a hot new series always gives us plenty of inspiration for our next crochet projects! We’ve channelled that inspiration into this collection – now you can watch TV-worthy outfits and accessories come to life on your hook. If you’re into spooky teen mysteries, you’ll love our checked short-sleeved jumper; if you prefer social satire on your screen, try the rainbow-sleeved shrug; and if you’re passionate for period dramas, you won’t want to miss our Regency era-inspired set of accessories. So, tell us – what are you watching?…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Scheepjes Cahlista (100% cotton, 50g/85m) 1 ball of each: Old Lace (130) Hot Red (115) Black Coffee (162) Saffron (249) Ginger Gold (383) Powder Blue (384) Sage Green (212) Tulip (222) Lilac Mist (399) ■ A 5mm (US H/8) hook For yarn stockists contact Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com/en TENSION 19 sts and 7 rows measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over pattern using a 5mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension MEASUREMENTS Sleeves measure 64cm (25¼in) long and 40cm (15¾in) in circumference ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 86 in Simply Crochet magazine With a youthful flair and exciting colours, these vibrant sleeves will make you the belle of any beach resort. Pair with clashing colours and patterns for a truly of-the-moment look, or put it over a…

FINE DETAIL YOU WILL NEED ■ Rico Essentials Crochet Cotton (100% cotton, 50g/280m) 3 balls of Smokey Blue (017) ■ DMC Mouline Light Effects embroidery thread in Lilac (E3747) ■ A 1.25mm (US 12 steel) hook ■ Gutermann seed beads in Mixed Greys (9907) and Mixed Blue/Green (9903) ■ A beading needle Choker ■ 2 head pins ■ Jump rings ■ A claw clasp fastener ■ 2 oval beads, 6mm ■ 60cm satin ribbon, 3mm wide ■ Jewellery pliers Gloves ■ Pair of gloves, available bit.ly/3LcaF8B ■ 100cm satin ribbon, 3mm wide Headband ■ A velvet headband, 20mm wide Parasol ■ Parasol, 94cm diameter ■ 5m velvet ribbon, 25mm wide ■ 10cm sew-on Velcro, 20mm wide For yarn stockists contact Rico Design www.rico-design.com/en/home TENSION Tension is not critical, but it…