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I like to think that we crocheters are a smart and savvy bunch. I’ve met so many hooksters who work in scientific fields like chemistry or biology – that’s what inspired the science-themed collection on page 14. And we love a clever crochet hack, like adding a few motifs to an old tablecloth, as Paula Green did on page 59, or a life hack, like a portable crochet game to keep the kids occupied at all times – say, the tic-tac-toe board by Teri Hamilton on page 36. Share your own clever makes on Instagram tagged #sctreblemaker, or on our Facebook group, Simply Crochet SCtreblemakers. We’d love to see them!…

Note: Leaf not included in pattern YOU WILL NEED ■ Any DK yarn in: Yarn A cream Yarn B green Yarn C purple Yarn D fuchsia Yarn E white ■ A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook ■ 2 safety eyes, 7mm ■ Polyester fibre filling ■ 1 cream button, 1cm in diameter (optional) ■ 1.3x1.3cm purple fabric for button patch (optional) ■ A stitch marker TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Rabbit measures approx 26cm (10¼in) tall ABBREVIATIONS reverse dc Insert hook in next st to right (or left if left-handed), yrh and pull up a loop, yrh and pull through 2 loops on hook For a full list, see page 78 NOTES Rabbit is made up of different pieces, which…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Stylecraft Grace (85% acrylic, 10% mohair, 5% wool, 100g/295m) Petals (2150) See table for measurements and yarn quantities ■ A 5.5mm (US I/9) hook ■ A 6mm (US J/10) hook ■ Stitch markers For yarn stockists contact Stylecraft 01484 848435 www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk TENSION Motif measures 10x10cm (4x4in) using a 5.5mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension ABBREVIATIONS ch-3 picot Ch3, ss in last ch from hook ch-5 picot Ch5, ss in last ch from hook 4-puff (Yrh, insert hook in st/sp indicated, yrh and pull up a loop) 4 times, yrh and pull through all loops on hook 3-puff (Yrh, insert hook in st/sp indicated, yrh and pull up a loop) 3 times, yrh and pull through all loops on hook For a full list,…

HOOK to HOOK Maura O Reilly “I was delighted to take part in this challenge, as I love seeing the different ideas that designers come up with. When the yarn arrived, my creative juices started flowing. I enjoyed playing with the various shades and matching them up together. My trio of egg cosies have already put smiles on the faces of the children – and adults – in my life. I hope they make Simply Crochet readers and their families grin, too.” Visit Maura at www.hookedhuncrochet.com and on Instagram at @hooked_hun Debonita Deore “Taking part in the Hook to Hook challenge filled me with sheer excitement! It was like diving into a pool of creative possibilities with my crochet skills. My design, which I call Daisy Delight, draws inspiration from…

“I’m half Irish, and walking amongst the magical stepping stones on visits to my dad’s native Belfast has always been a favourite memory of mine. The folklore may speak of warring, vengeful giants, but the first time I walked among the curious rock formation, I was struck by how utterly peaceful I felt. The harmonious network of naturally formed honeycombs was enough to fill my angsty teen self with wonder and romance towards my Irish roots. As in the blanket, some stones are in large clusters and others are solitary, but each is washed by the same sea water, and I think that’s a nice metaphor for the connection I feel to a distant place that will always be a part of me. I dedicate this blanket to my dad,…

YOU WILL NEED ■ King Cole Cottonsoft DK (100% cotton, 100g/210m) 1 ball of each: Yarn A Lavender (1849) Yarn B Ecru (711) Yarn C Coral (1574) ■ A 3.25mm (US D/3) hook ■ Stitch markers For yarn stockists contact King Cole 01756 703670 www.kingcole.com TENSION 21 sts and 19 rounds measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over double crochet using a 3.25mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension MEASUREMENTS Bag measures approx 28x31cm (11x12¼in) ABBREVIATIONS Yarn under technique (dc) Insert hook in st, wrap yarn under hook and pull through st, yarn under hook and pull through 2 loops For a full list, see page 78 NOTES The Tote Bag is worked in the amigurumi style. Work continuously in a spiral without closing off each round with a slip stitch.…

Coming together from all over the globe, these beautiful birds are gathering here to raise a few well-deserved smiles! They’re all designed by the talented Kim Bengtsson Friis, and despite their far-flung origins, they’re all delightfully chunky and ever so cute. Meet a cheeky toucan, flying in from sunny Central and South America, and a rare Bali Myna swooping in from Indonesia. Then, give a big hug to a Bald Eagle from North America and a squish to the well-travelled Hoopoe of Africa, Asia and Europe. These chirpy chaps make for great gifts, especially if you have friends living all over the world. So go on, hook up the whole aviary!…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Yarn and Colors Epic (100% cotton, 50g/75m) 2 balls of each: Yarn A Cream (002) Yarn B Satay (026) 1 ball of each: Yarn C Mustard (015) Yarn D Lollipop (036) ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ■ 2 safety eyes, 16mm ■ Toy stuffing For yarn stockists contact Yarn and Colors www.yarnandcolors.com TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Bald Eagle measures approx 20cm (7¾in) tall ABBREVIATIONS spiked dc Insert hook in next st 2 rounds below, yrh and pull loop up to height of current round, yrh and pull through 2 loops on hook For a full list, see page 78 of Simply Crochet magazine NOTES Parts of this pattern are worked using the amigurumi method. Work…

CHLOÉ ELIZABETH BIRCH Chloé is a lover of all things pattern and colour! Her passion as a designer is making pieces that are just as much fun to make as they are to wear. See her floral jumper on page 39. FIONA KIRK Fiona is smitten with all things crafty and teaches crochet classes as well as designing as Funky Loops Crochet. Find her dinosaur cardi on page 44 and mosaic cushion on page 64. REBECCA O’KANE Rebecca began crocheting ten years ago. Though she recently found confidence with garments, her go-to makes are blankets! Try her Giants Causeway-inspired throw on page 52. TERI HAMILTON Teri is a crochet designer who enjoys creating a variety of projects, including unusual amigurumi, mosaic clothing and fun blankets. Enjoy her Easter bunny tic-tac-toe…

DNA CUSHION Researching your family tree? Find genetic science fascinating? Celebrate the building blocks of life with Alice Tarry’s DNA cushion ■ Rico Essential Cotton DK (100% cotton, 50g/120m), 6 balls of Black (090), 1 ball of each: Natural (051), Banana (063), Grass Green (066), Azalea (068), Dark Turquoise (071), Violet (111) ■ A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook ■ 16in (40.5cm) cushion pad ■ Stitch Markers TENSION 22 stitches x 14 rows measures approx 10cm (measured over pattern) MEASUREMENTS Cushion measures approx 42x42cm (16½x16½in) ABBREVIATIONS FPdtr Yrh twice, starting at the front, insert hook from front to back to front around the post of the indicated st, complete as for dtr FPdtr2tog (Yrh twice, starting at the front, insert hook from front to back to front around the…

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YOU WILL NEED ■ Lopi Alafosslopi (100% wool, 100g/100m) 2 balls of each: Black Heather (0005) White (0051) ■ A 5.5mm (US I/9) 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 Scarf measures approx 24x168cm (9½x66¼in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 78 NOTES Scarf is worked in rows throughout. There is a Chart on page 80, which you will need to refer to. Each small square represents 1dc. Read all RS rows from right to left and WS rows from left to right. The first few rows of the Chart have been written out to guide you. Change colour on the final yrh of st before colour change is indicated. Carry the…

From prehistoric hand spinners to the mass-produced textiles of the Industrial Revolution and beyond, the story of wool in the UK has a proud heritage stretching back thousands of years. The history begins with Neolithic settlers introducing sheep around 4000 BC, then the Bronze Age discovery of hand spinning and weaving. Later, the Roman and Viking invasions brought in new and varied breeds of sheep. Wool production is deeply tied to the country’s history, and this connection continues to this day. COUNTING SHEEP More than 22 million sheep from 66 native breeds are scattered over the UK’s green hills and dales; altogether, they produce approximately 32 million kilograms of wool every single year. That British wool is used for carpets, rugs and upholstery fabric as well as for knitting and…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Paintbox Yarns Simply DK (100% acrylic, 100g/276m) 1 ball of each:  Yarn A Misty Grey (103)  Yarn B Rich Teal (064) ■ A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook ■ A cushion cover, 40x40cm For yarn stockists contact LoveCrafts 01409 404010 www.lovecrafts.com TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Panel measures 40x40cm (15¾x15¾in) ABBREVIATIONS standing dc Place slip knot on hook, insert hook in st/sp indicated, yrh and pull up a loop, yrh and pull through 2 loops on hook tr2d tr in fl of st 2 rows below For a full list, see page 78 NOTES The Panel is worked in the overlay mosaic technique and sewn to the front of a plain cushion cover at the end.…

Join the fun and crochet seven adorable Ricorumi characters for Spring. From 22nd March and for the following seven weeks (with Easter break) we will launch a brand new FREE Ricorumi character available exclusively from our Rico Design website. Breaking News – you can also purchase all of the yarn you need in our new limited edition Spring CAL Box with themed maritime stripes from your favourite Ricorumi retailer. Share on Instagram on @ricorumi with #ricorumical PROUD TO SUPPORT YOUR YARN SHOP RICO-DESIGN.DE/EN/HOME/ @RICORUMI #RICORUMICAL…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Yarn and Colors Epic (100% cotton, 50g/75m) 3 balls of Yarn A Black (100) 1 ball of each: Yarn B Bronze (018) Yarn C Cream (002) Yarn D Grape (054) Yarn E Green Ice (075) Yarn F Lollipop (036) ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ■ 2 oval safety eyes, 14mm ■ Toy stuffing For yarn stockists contact Yarn and Colors www.yarnandcolors.com TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Toucan measures approx 20cm (7¾in) tall ABBREVIATIONS spiked dc Insert hook in next st 2 rounds below, yrh and pull loop up to height of current round, yrh and pull through 2 loops on hook For a full list, see page 78 of Simply Crochet magazine NOTES Parts of this…

YOU WILL NEED Yarn and Colors Epic (100% cotton, 50g/75m) 2 balls of Yarn A Old Pink (047) 1 ball of each: Yarn B Cream (002) Yarn C Black (100) Yarn D Graphite (098) ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ■ 2 safety twice, 14mm ■ Toy stuffing For yarn stockists contact Yarn and Colors www.yarnandcolors.com TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Hoopoe measures approx 36cm (14¼in) tall ABBREVIATIONS spiked dc Insert hook in next st 2 rounds below, yrh and pull loop up to height of current round, yrh and pull through 2 loops on hook For a full list, see page 78 of Simply Crochet magazine NOTES Parts of this pattern are worked using the amigurumi method. Work stitches continuously…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Sirdar Stories (60% cotton, 40% acrylic, 50g/140m) Yarn A Glamping (832) See table for measurements and quantities of Yarn A 1 ball of each: Yarn B Pillow Talk (803) Yarn C Surf (818) Yarn D Cosmo (802) Yarn E Karma (820) Yarn F Fire (811) Yarn G Dreamers (806) Yarn H Skinny Dip (824) Yarn I Aura (817) Yarn J Reunion (821) Yarn K Picnic (815) Yarn L Golden Hour (828) Yarn M Mimosas (829) ■ A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook For yarn stockists contact Sirdar 01924 231682 www.sirdar.com TENSION 17 tr and 9 rows measures 10x10cm (4x4in) over treble crochet using 3.5mm hook, or size required to obtain correct tension ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 78 Width a: 50.5 (55: 59.5: 64: 69)cm,…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Hayfield Bonus DK (100% acrylic, 100g/280m) A small amount of each: Light Grey Mix (0814) White (0961) Cantaloupe (0577) Lemongrass (0699) Black (0965) ■ A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook ■ A zipped canvas bag, 10x11cm or a 10cm zip ■ Stitch markers For yarn stockists contact Sirdar 01924 231682 www.sirdar.com TENSION 20 sts and 18 rounds measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over pattern using a 3mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension MEASUREMENTS Bag measures approx 10x11cm (4x4¼in) ABBREVIATIONS 3rd loop Third loop positioned at back of half treble sts 5-tr cl Change to White, (yrh, insert hook in st/sp indicated, yrh and pull up a loop, pull through 2 loops) 5 times, yrh with Light Grey Mix and pull through all loops on…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Stylecraft Special DK (100% acrylic, 100g/295m) Cloud Blue (1019) Meadow (1065) See table for measurements and yarn quantities ■ A small amount of any DK yarn in teal ■ A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook ■ 4 snap fasteners, 10mm ■ Stitch markers For yarn stockists contact  Stylecraft 01484 848435  www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk TENSION 18 sts and 13 rows measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over half treble crochet using a 3mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension ABBREVIATIONS surface crochet Position yarn on WS, insert hook from RS to WS, yrh and pull up a loop, pull through loop on hook, *insert hook back through to WS in direction you want the surface crochet to travel, yrh and pull up a loop, pull through loop on hook;…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Scheepjes Stone Washed (78% cotton 22% acrylic, 50g/130m) 7 balls of Larimar (828) 4 balls of Smokey Quartz (802) 1 ball of Moon Stone (801) ■ A 5mm hook (US H/8) hook For yarn stockists contact Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com/en TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Blanket measures approx 76x114cm (30x45in) ABBREVIATIONS puff st (Yrh, insert hook in st indicated, yrh and pull up a loop to height of current round) 3 times, yrh and pull through all 7 loops on hook For a full list, see page 78 NOTES Blanket is made up of 50 Hexagons and 8 Half Hexagons. Hexagons are worked in rounds with RS facing throughout. Half Hexagons are worked in rows throughout. Motifs are joined…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Yarn and Colors Epic (100% cotton, 50g/75m) 3 balls of Yarn A Cream (002) 1 ball of each: Yarn B Pacific Blue (067) Yarn C Black (100) Yarn D Graphite (098) Yarn E Mustard (015) ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ■ 2 blue safety eyes, 18mm ■ Toy stuffing For yarn stockists contact Yarn and Colors www.yarnandcolors.com TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Bali measures approx 24cm (9½in) ABBREVIATIONS spiked dc Insert hook in next st 2 rounds below, yrh and pull loop up to height of current round, yrh and pull through 2 loops on hook For a full list, see page 78 of Simply Crochet magazine NOTES Parts of this pattern are worked using the…