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When you’re crocheting, do you find yourself thinking ahead to the finished item, or worrying about your tension? It’s fun to get excited about how our projects will turn out, but it’s also important to enjoy the process – and that’s what our Joy of Making collection is all about! Turn to page 14 to see it. Relish bright colours with our cardigan on page 27, or if soft neutrals are your thing, you’ll love our faerie sweater (page 40). And who can resist our happy bee on page 54? Share your makes with us on Instagram tagged #sctreblemaker, or on our Facebook group, Simply Crochet SCtreblemakers. We love to see them!…

THE GRANNY SQUARE BOOK KATY MITCHELL (£20, DK) Ready to up your granny square game? The Granny Square Book is packed with 125 modern designs, starting with traditional squares and incorporating circles, stripes and textures to create some truly innovative designs. Whether you’re a crochet veteran or just starting out, Katy’s new book has something for everyone. EDWARD’S MENAGERIE: BIRDS KERRY LORD (£17.99, David & Charles) You may already have one of Kerry Lord’s books in your collection, but this new edition of Edward’s Menagerie: Birds includes 18 additional patterns you won’t want to miss. The TOFT founder has taken everything she’s learnt since its original publication in 2015 – and the result? Over 50 birds to stitch in four different sizes, each with their own unique and charming personality!…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Any DK cotton in: Yarn A Cream Yarn B Coral pink Yarn C Aqua ■ A 2.5mm (US B/1 or C/2) hook ■ Black stranded cotton ■ A stitch marker TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Bunny measures approx 17cm (6¾in) tall ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 78 With her cute bow and two ruffed collars, this little bunny is great for amigurumi beginners who want to up their skills. NOTES Parts of this pattern are worked using the amigurumi method. Work stitches continuously in a spiral without closing off each round with a slip stitch. It may help to use a stitch marker in the first stitch of each round, moving it up as you…

NOTES Sweater is worked in rounds from the bottom up for the Body. Body is then separated into rows for Front and Back. Sleeves are worked from the Sweater in rounds. YOU WILL NEED ■ Stylecraft Grace Aran (85% acrylic, 10% mohair, 5% wool, 100g/295m) Oyster (2156) 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 6.5 patt repeats and 8 rows measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over star stitch pattern using a 6mm hook or size needed to obtain correct tension 11 sts and 8 rows measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over half treble crochet using a 5.5mm hook or size needed to obtain correct tension ABBREVIATIONS star st Insert hook…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Rico Creative Summer Sprinkles (50% cotton, 50% acrylic, 100g/320m) 2 balls Candy (007) ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook 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 Shawl measures approx 172x88cm (67¾x34¾in) across widest points ABBREVIATIONS leaf sts *Ch6, insert hook in second ch from hook, yrh and pull loop through, leave loop on hook, (insert hook in next ch, yrh and pull loop through to height of row, leave loop on hook) 4 times, (yrh and pull through 2 loops) 5 times; rep from * once more For a full list, see page 78 Warm pink hues remind us of cocktails and summer sunsets, while the intricate leaves are a subtle nod…

To celebrate the new series of The Great British Sewing Bee hitting our screens, we have an exclusive offer to help you advance your own sewing skills. Subscribe to Simply Sewing magazine today, and you’ll receive this Janome 224A sewing machine worth a huge £149! Spend the year with us as we give you lots of inspiration for how to use your brand new machine. You’ll never be short of projects to sew, from small toys and accessories to larger makes such as homewares and garments. If you’re brand new to sewing we’ll give you some basic techniques, simple-to-follow instructions plus expert tricks and tips to improve your skills. Don’t miss out – join the Simply Sewing family today! YOUR SUBSCRIPTION DEAL: • Get your Janome 224A sewing machine worth…

MARIANNE RAWLINS Colourwork fan Mariannne loves getting the graph paper out to create cute intarsia characters, from lobsters to sausage dogs. Find her cushion in our collection on page 20. LOUISE DEANE Louise was taught to crochet by her grandma as a child, and after long hiatus picked up a hook again in her thirties and hasn’t stopped since. Find her baby booties on page 43. SUSAN PEARSON Susan has been crocheting since childhood and has been creating ever since. Her notebook is crammed with ideas and she’s always buying more yarn! See her ladybird throw on page 62. JO BUNCLARK Jo is mummy to Evie and Teddy, as well as the designer behind Marlow and Chestnut. She creates amigurumi using her daughter’s ideas and drawings. Check out her bunny…

BAUBLE WREATH Glue guns at the ready – after making the baubles, there’s even more fun to be had in assembling Emma Leith’s colourful wreath ■ Lily Sugar’n Cream Solids (100% cotton, 70.9g/109m), 1 ball of each: Hot Pink (01740), Hot Blue (01742), Rose Pink (00046), Black Currant (01318), Soft Violet (00093), Tea Rose (00042), Robin’s Egg (01215), Country Yellow (01612), Sunshine (00073) ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ■ Toy stuffing ■ A wreath, 20cm ■ A hot glue gun ■ Ribbon, approx 50cm TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Small Baubles diameter approx 3cm (1¼in) Medium Baubles diameter approx 5cm (2in) Large Baubles diameter approx 7cm (2¾in) NOTES Parts of this pattern are worked using the amigurumi method. Work stitches…

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YOU WILL NEED ■ West Yorkshire Spinners Bo Peep (52% wool, 48% nylon, 50g/112m) 1 ball of each: Yarn A Teddy Bear (165) Yarn B Dancing Bluebells (1194) ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ■ 2 pieces of patterned fabric, approx 14x14cm ■ 4 wooden buttons For yarn stockists contact WY Spinners 01535 664500 www.wyspinners.com TENSION Rounds 1-3 of Sole measure 4x9cm (1½x3½in) MEASUREMENTS To fit baby aged 0-3 months ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 78 Straps, buttons and a patterned lining – this is some luxury footwear! These tiny booties make quick gifts for expectant mothers. NOTES Booties are worked from the Sole up. The Straps are made separately and sewn to the Booties at the end. BOOTIES SOLE Using Yarn A, ch11. Round 1 2htr in…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Rico Essential Cotton DK (100% cotton, 50g/120m) 1 ball of each: Mint (116) Pistachio (086) Alga (073) Fuchsia (014) ■ A 2mm (US B/1) hook ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ■ A zip, 20cm ■ 2 D-rings, 25mm ■ A stitch marker 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 Bag measures approx 20.5x12.5cm (8x5in) excluding strap ABBREVIATIONS Tfs (Tunisian foundation stitch) Loop on hook counts as first st, *insert hook in next ch, yrh and pull up a loop, leave loop on hook; rep from * as indicated Tss (Tunisian simple stitch) Loop on hook counts as first st, *insert hook through bar on next st from right to left, yrh…

Yarn festivals are incredible to visit, but they can also be a game-changer for small businesses. We’ve chatted with folks in the know – who’ve learned the ropes over many years – to help you get the most out of your festival trading experience. What do we mean by yarn festivals? Any specialist in-person event dedicated to yarn or needle crafts. These events typically consist of a marketplace where exhibitors sell yarns, patterns and supplies, often accompanied by workshops, talks and demonstrations. They range from the small, local and rural, to days-long affairs in big cities with the industry’s biggest names. MEMORABLE MOMENTS The perks of shows for visitors and exhibitors are the same: everyone is seeking inspiration and connection. Like-minded makers come together and stock up on supplies, while…

YOU WILL NEED ■ King Cole Cottonsoft DK (100% cotton, 100g/210m) 5 balls of each: Cherry (719) Black (746) ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ■ Stitch markers 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 Throw measures approx 127x89cm (50x35in) ABBREVIATIONS mtr (mosaic treble) Tr in skipped st 3 rows down, working in front of ch-sps on last 2 rows For a full list, see page 78 For 10% OFF at www.woolwarehouse.co.uk use the code SC162 at the checkout Discount code not valid on certain products such as yarn packs, sale items, Lopi and KC Collection products. Ladybirds are associated with love and luck – and with any luck you’ll love working the mosaic technique…

The colour scheme you choose for your pattern can make all the difference to the finished project, so it’s no wonder we can all feel a bit daunted sometimes when trying to choose from the vast array of yarn shades! Stripes are an eternal design favourite and for good reason – you can use simple lines in near-infinite colour combinations. With stripe patterns you can create a variety of moods and meanings, such as uniform harmony, cool contrasts, bright texture, mesmerising movement and so much more. Whether you’re a beginner ready to add stripes to your projects, or you’re an expert stripe maker looking to create more complicated colour schemes, this workshop is for you. I’ll show you how to make all sorts of stripe patterns, starting with easy lines…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Yarnsmiths Merino DK Superwash (100% wool, 50g/110m) Yarn A Blush (3062) Yarn B Black (3000) Yarn C Pale Lilac (3340) Yarn D Bubble Gum (3385) Yarn E Bright Orange (3130) Yarn F Primrose Yellow (3160) Yarn G Cornflower Blue (3270) Yarn H Bright Pink (3368) 1 ball of each: Yarn I Tangerine (3135) Yarn J Seafoam (3226) Yarn K Sugar Plum (3335) Yarn L Lime Green (3190) See table for measurements and yarn quantities ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk TENSION Motifs measures 10x17cm (4x6¾in) using a 4mm hook, or size required to obtain tension 18 sts and 9 rows measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over granny pattern using a 4mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Scheepjes Sugar Rush (100% cotton, 50g/280m), 1 ball of each: Yarn A Jet Black (110) Yarn B Green Yellow (245) Yarn C Snow White (106) Yarn D Tulip (222) ■ A 1.75mm (US 6/7 steel) hook For yarn stockists contact Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com/en MEASUREMENTS Motif measures 8.5x6cm (3¼x2¼in) ABBREVIATIONS picot ch2, ss to second ch from hook For a full list, see page 78 With his piercing eyes and sweet little paws, this cheeky fella is sure to go down a treat with fashionable cat lovers. NOTES The Nose and Eyes are made first, and the Face is worked around these to join them together. There are stitch diagrams on page 39, which you can refer to when making the motif. CAT MOTIF NOSE Using Yarn D,…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Sirdar Happy Cotton (100% cotton, 20g/43m) 4 balls of each: Bubbly (785) Dolly (761) 3 balls of Quack (788) 2 balls of each: Sorbet (793) Bubblegum (799) ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ■ A cushion pad, 40x40cm For yarn stockists contact Sirdar 01924 231682 www.sirdar.com TENSION Motif measures 11x8cm (4¼x3¼in) across widest points MEASUREMENTS Cushion measures 40x40cm (15¾x15¾in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 78 Seaside brights and a tessellating pattern ramp up the fun factor, and you’ll save time if you join the motifs as you go – thank us later! NOTES Cushion is made up of Shell and Half Shell motifs. Motifs are joined as you go (JAYG) to form Strips. Strips are then sewn together to form the cushion cover. Alternatively,…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Any DK-weight yarn in black, yellow and white ■ A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook ■ A stitch marker ■ Toy stuffing ■ 2 safety eyes, 7mm diameter ■ A key chain with split ring TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Bee measures approximately 9cm (3½in) tall ABBREVIATIONS 2-tr popcorn 2tr in st indicted, remove live loop from hook, insert hook in top of first tr, place live loop back on hook and pull through st, ch1 to close invdec Insert hook in front loop of next st, insert hook in front loop of next st across, yrh and pull through both sts, yrh and pull through 2 loops on hook For a full list, see page…

1 You will forget something, and it’ll be fine. You can manage without, and your stall will look great regardless! 2 Take change, especially pound coins, and accept cash as well as card/phone payments. The latter are significantly easier for bookkeeping purposes, but cash is still really useful for when the Wi-Fi doesn’t work, you don’t have a signal, or your phone decides it doesn’t want to play. 3 Don’t let people haggle. You’re charging what you’re charging because that’s its value. You’re not an old-school market vendor, you’re an artist and a craftsperson with skills that take time and effort to learn and hone. 4 Whatever you spend your last-minute time stressing about will probably not sell well. Whatever you didn’t bring much of will probably sell really well.…