Simply Crochet I80 2019

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New techniques! Tunisian cushion, mosaic cowl, popcorn stitch & more
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A combination of 11 calming and uplifting harmonious shades - and two marled colour-ways.
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What do you mean, you’ve never heard of an axolotl? This

little charmer is the cutest amphibian ever! Staying in the pink,
even beginners can whip up quick gifts for mums, babies and
home this issue. Go big (and we mean truly ginormous) with a
single granny square rug in jumbo yarn, spoil yourself with a
sweet bag in peppermint pastels, dare to hook delightful
dreamcatchers, and adore making a hexie puff quilt full
of smiling teds for little ones. S’animal magic, y’all.
ISSUE EIGHTY
CONTENTS
24 Cosy
KimOno
JumBo
Yarn IdeAs
P14
Cover
star! EXCITING CROCHET IDEAS TO INSPIRE YOU
14 PLUSH HOME COLLECTION 53 MOSAIC COWL
24 COSY BRIGHT KIMONO 57 HOOK TO HOOK
32 CIRCLE TOTE BAG 60 BABY HEXIE BLANKET
53
38 AMIGURUMI AXOLOTL 73 RED POPPY THROW
42 TUNIC SLEEVELESS TOP 83 FELTED HEART PURSE
47 TUNISIAN CUSHION 95 HOOK ‘N’ LEARN
50 EMBELLISHED TROUSERS
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38 amigUrumi axolotL
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30 SHARNA MOORE JOURNAL Never miss an issue! JANIE CROW
62 PROFILE: JANE CROWFOOT 76 YARN REVIEWS COMPETITION!
71 COLOUR CLASS: RED Our round-up of acrylic yarns
78 SHOW US YOURS! 80 THE WORKSHOP
98 MY HOOKY TREASURE Give your makes a felted finish
87 THE GUIDE
Essential step-by-steps for you
Yarn
RevIews
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Larging it! Commissioning Editor Sara Huntington
Art Editors Kimberly Price, Jude Curle
We know you’ve been eyeing up all the super-sized Operations Editor Vicki Atkinson
crochet on Instagram but have been too shy to Production Editor Tallulah Speed
Technical Assistant Paula Green
give it a go. Well, now you can, with our on-trend Digital Editor Matthew Spiers
but practical collection of chunky makes. You’ll Cover Photography Phil Sowels
Photography Philip Sowels, Dave Caudery
transform your living space in just one weekend!
Prefer something lighter weight? Our super bright Group Art Editor Louise Bambridge
Editor-in-Chief Debora Bradley
makes will cheer you on into spring, including the Group Senior Editor Julie Taylor
amazing kimono on the cover. We hope you like our
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ERINNA LEE CHRISSIE ASBRIDGE

Little Aqua Girl Erinna adores all things pastels While Chrissie enjoys crocheting with all types of
and kawaii, which is reflected in her designs. yarn, she likes spindly threads and super-chunky
For something really special, hook up her fibres best. Check out the mahoosive blanket
axolotl (yes, an amigurumi axolotl!) on page 38. she hooked up with a 25mm hook on page 22.
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Perfect for little
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Head to the Sirdar
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2019 is a big birthday year for Stylecraft,
whose popular yarn brands include the
dropping
Special, Batik and Bellissima ranges. They’re
details, prices and celebrating three decades of producing
to find your local yarns for creative crocheters and knitters.
stockist, www. Throughout the year, there will be a whole
Crochet makes a big impact in Shauna sirdar.co.uk. bunch of giveaways, a special collection of
patterns from the archives, a tea party and an
Richardson’s spectacular collection of Anniversary Blog Tour. Annabelle Hill, Sales
Crochetdermy animals, now at The Horniman and Marketing Director, says, “This is such an
Museum, London. See tigers, otters, gorillas exciting year for us. We wanted to say a big
and more, modelled, then covered in an thank you to all our customers so make sure
intricately crocheted ‘skin’. EVOLUTION of you keep a close eye on our social media for
the latest news, events and giveaways.”
The Artist and The Exhibited Works will be Stylecraft has also partnered with Jane
on display until 17 March. For more details, Crowfoot for an exciting crochet colouring
pay a visit to www.horniman.ac.uk. competition – see page 65 for details!
We Love...
The more colour the better this season,
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Every project is a joy, but one of the
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Now living in the US, Kyoto has spent a lot Angel #41, was adopted by the Preemie look at crochet, this
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BABIES
We’ve fallen in love
with Wool Couture’s
gorgeous new
release for Winter
2018/9, the baby
yarn, Beau Baby DK.
It comes in four
beautifully muted
shades (there are
more to follow, we’re
told) and is a
super-soft Merino
blend made in
Yorkshire. It’ll make a
gorgeous hat or
blanket for a
newborn and
we’re on
parents will love that
it’s machine Out and about
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vaCay…
Beau Baby DK is
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See www.wool Now in its 11th year, the Unravel show in
couturecompany. Farnham, south-east England, is worth a
Do you dream about hooking up a project in com for more. visit for shopping and yarn inspiration. As
well as 70 stalls, there will be expert
a beautiful place, talking about crochet and classes including a Mystical Lantern class
being taught new stitches? Then a crochet run by crochet expert Jane Crowfoot.
holiday is for you. Arena Travel hosts a Organiser Gemma Curtis, says, “It’s
range of exciting options, including a Dutch amazing to see the community of
waterways cruise and tour of the Norwegian knitters, crochet and craft enthusiasts of
all ages return year after year to celebrate
fjords, all with expert teaching and top their love of yarn.” The show will be on
notch food and accommodation. See 22-24 February: for details and tickets
www.arenatravel.com for tours and prices. head to craft.farnhammaltings.com
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Tea and
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Charity Breast Cancer Haven is
inviting all yarnies to embrace
the cold weather, get together
with friends and loved ones, and
get involved with The Big Tea
yarny buys Cosy 2019 during March 2019.
Crocheters and knitters are being
GreAt BalLs asked to host or attend a tea
What to buy for crochet crazy pals (or party, with optional crafting
ourselves) for this year’s birthdays? These alongside lashings of tea and
fab mugs and coasters from House of cake. For every cuppa enjoyed,
Wonderland are just the thing. Featuring treat baked and pattern
illustrated balls of yarn with cute phrases purchased from the selection at Off 2013 winner Frances Quinn,
– “Go away, I’m counting”, “Winter is campaign partner LoveKnitting. MasterChef 2016 winner Jane
coming, stitch faster” and others, they’re com, donations will go to Breast Devonshire and more. Head to
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are available at £10 and the coasters at £4, supported by Great British Bake thebigteacosy for more info.
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Miniature makes
Downsizing is a smart move
for crochet on the go
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ECO WARRIOR
Blogger and Simply Crochet designer,
Samanta Fornino, has stretched her LIFE IN MINIATURE
Designer Sara Scales has a very tiny hobby,
creative skills to include writing her own
creating furnishings for her dolls’ house
children’s book, the lovely tale of little and chic daywear for the inhabitants. Get a
girl Emma and how her penguin friend closer look on Instagram @sarascales and
Charlie from Antarctica teaches her about be inspired to create your own micro home.
caring for our environment. The book,
sweetly illustrated by Le Petit Rabbit,
includes the pattern for an amigurumi
2 LLAMA LOVE
Perfect for using up
Charlie. Pick up a paperback copy for tiny scraps of yarn,
£10.70 from www.amazon.co.uk this free pattern for
a marvellously mini
llama is by Sarah
Shrimpton and on
out & about her fab blog at
BeadeD beauTy o w s
annabooshouse.
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blogspot.com
While winter’s still in full freeze, we
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high street are tempting us in with Standing tall at
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perfect handbag
statement pair combine crochet and companion. You
beads in a stunning asymmetrical FEB 22-24 Unravel Festival of Knitting can get the pattern
design. Pick up a pair in store or online £10, Farnham Maltings GU9 7QR for £4.48 from
at www.oliverbonas.com for £22. craft.farnhammaltings.com www.etsy.com/
shop/littlebichons
FEB 23 Get Hooked on Crochet
£30, ReTweed shop, Eyemouth TD14 5EU
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This miniature
bicycle makes a fun
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MARCH 23 Intro to Tunisian Crochet Erinna Lee’s Little
Popper the Penguin
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is a great mini
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Grab your 2.5mm
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YOU GIVE ME FEELS
Soft yarn with a gentle sheen, worked up in
jumbo stitches, sends out a resistance-is-futile
invitation to touch. Contrast against velvets
and other fine fabrics to amp up the allure.
CHUNKY HUNKS
When it comes to cushions, too many is
never enough. Pile ’em high, mixing these
chunky cushions with plain fabrics to ensure
your handiwork stays in the spotlight.
PLUSH HOME IDEAS
great big
softies
Plump up
the volume
Let your stitchwork do the talking with
these scaled-up Woolly Mahoosive makes
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PLUSH HOME IDEAS
IN THE HOT SEAT

Turn bar stools into star stools with these
elegant chunky seat cushions. If you want
to cover chairs, work up the square cushion
to tie against the seat back.
TOASTY TOES
A pink and grey palette pairs beautifully with
wooden floorboards, and keeps feet cosy, too.
Luxe up your living room or go all out by
hooking one up for use as a bathroom mat.
PLUSH HOME IDEAS
POUFFE DADDY
Take a weight off with this charming footstool
(or extra seat), whipped up in a wink. Don’t be
surprised if you find your feet competing for
space with tots, pets, and happy guests.
BEDDED BLISS
Banish rumpled, bunched-up blankets with this
super-thick throw. Heavy enough to hold in the
heat, while airy enough to be fully breathable,
it’s a cosy choice just made for those snoozy
Sunday mornings.
PLUSH HOME IDEAS
NOTE FOR ALL PATTERNS back panels, crocheted together at the end. Q A 25mm (US U/50) hook
If you don’t have a large enough hook, you Q Cushion insert, 30cm diameter
can work the patterns by hand. Hold the CUSHION PANEL (MAKE 2)
loops in your palm as you would with the Make a magic loop. TENSION
hook and use your fingers to pull loops Round 1 (RS) Ch3 (counts as tr throughout), Round 1 measures approx 11cm (4¼in) in
through. Note this may affect size and yarn 2tr into loop, (ch3, 3tr) 3 times, ch3, ss to top diameter
quantities. When weaving in ends, close the of beg ch-3 to join. [4 3-tr groups]
exposed end of the yarn with a needle and Round 2 Ch3, *tr into each st to next ch-3 sp, MEASUREMENTS
thread and weave in using your fingers. (2tr, ch3, 2tr) in ch-3 sp; rep from * around, ss Cushion measures 40cm (16in) in diameter
to top of beg ch-3 to join. Fasten off.
Repeat Rounds 1-2 to make the second Panel, NOTES
SQUARE CUSHION
Give your sofa a chunky boost with a
do not fasten off.
TO MAKE UP
The Cushion is worked in a continuous spiral,
without closing off each round with a ss.
super solid square cushion (or two!). Place the first panel with WS facing up, CUSHION PANEL (MAKE 2)
By Sara Huntington. position the cushion insert on top of this Make a magic loop.
Q Woolly Mahoosive Get Stuffed Panel, then place the second Panel on the Round 1 (RS) Ch1 (does not count as a st
(100% polyester, 500g/26m) cushion with RS facing up. throughout), (dc, ch1) into loop 5 times. [10 sts]
3 balls of Dove Grey Round 1 (Working through sts on both Round 2 Working in bl only; (dc, ch1) in each
Q A 25mm (US U/50) hook Panels) *Ss through each st to ch-3 sp, 2dc st and ch-1 around. [20 sts]
Q Cushion insert, 30x30cm into ch-3 sp; rep from * around. Round 3 Working in bl only; dc in each st and
Fasten off and weave in ends. ch-1 around.
TENSION Round 4 Working in bl only; (dc, ch1) in each
Round 1 measures approx 22x22cm st and ch-1 around, ss to first dc to join.
(8¾x8¾in)
MEASUREMENTS
ROUND CUSHION
Mix it up with a circle cushion (or three!)
[40 sts]
Fasten off.
Repeat Rounds 1-4 to make the second Panel,
Cushion measures 43x43cm (17x17in) in a contrasting colour. By Hattie Risdale. do not fasten off.
Q Woolly Mahoosive Get Stuffed
NOTES (100% polyester, 500g/26m) TO MAKE UP
The Cushion is made from identical front and 2 balls of Mushroom Pink Position the Cushion Panels together, with RS
PLUSH HOME IDEAS
facing out.
Round 1 Ch1, dc in bl of first 25 sts, place
cushion insert inside, dc in bl of remaining
sts, ss to first st to join. [40 sts]
Fasten off and weave in ends.
STOOL TOPPERS
These cute rounds add an extra layer to a
plain kitchen stool. By Sarah Shrimpton.
Q Woolly Mahoosive Get Stuffed
(100% polyester, 500g/26m)
Each topper uses 1 ball; choose either
Dove Grey or Mushroom Pink
Q A 25mm (US U/50) hook
Q A stool with a 32cm diameter seat
TENSION
Round 1 measures approx 15cm (6in)
in diameter
MEASUREMENTS
Stool Topper measures 32cm (12½in)
in diameter
NOTES
The Stool Toppers are worked in joined
rounds with the RS facing.
STOOL TOPPER
Ch4.
Round 1 (RS) 9tr in fourth ch from hook,
ss to top of foundation ch to join. [10 tr] GRANNY SQUARE RUG

Round 2 Ch2 (counts as htr), htr into st at Using Dove Grey, make a magic loop.
base of ch-2, 2htr in each st around, ss to top Round 1 Ch3 (counts as tr throughout), (2tr,
of beg ch-2 to join. [20 htr] ch3) into loop, (3tr, ch3) 3 times, ss to top of
Round 3 Ss into each st around. beg ch-3 to join. [4 3-tr groups]
Fasten off and weave ends into the WS. Join Mushroom Pink in any ch-3 sp.
Round 2 Ch3, (2tr, ch3, 3tr) in same ch-3 sp,
chunky RUG
Keep everyone’s toes super cosy with
*ch1, (3tr, ch3, 3tr) in next ch-3 sp; rep from *
twice more, ch1, ss to top of beg ch-3.
[8 3-tr groups]
this funky two-colour granny square rug. Join Dove Grey in any ch-3 sp.
Designed by Sharna Moore. Round 3 Ch3, (2tr, ch3, 3tr) in same ch-3 sp,
Q Woolly Mahoosive Get Stuffed *ch1, 3tr in next ch-1 sp, ch1**, (3tr, ch3, 3tr)
(100% polyester, 500g/26m) into next ch-3 sp; rep from * 3 times more
4 balls of each: ending last repeat at **, ss to top of beg ch-3
Dove Grey to join. [12 3-tr groups]
Mushroom Pink Join Mushroom Pink in any ch-3 sp.
Q A 25mm (US U/50) hook Round 4 Ch3, (2tr, ch3, 3tr) in same ch-3 sp,
*(ch1, 3tr in next ch-1 sp) twice, ch1**, (3tr,
TENSION ch3, 3tr) in next ch-3 sp; rep from * 3 times
Round 1 measures approx 23x23cm (9x9in) more ending last repeat at **, ss to top of beg
ch-3 to join. [16 3-tr groups]
MEASUREMENTS Join Dove Grey in any ch-3 sp.
Rug measures 97x97cm (38x38in) Round 5 Ch3, (2tr, ch3, 3tr) in same ch-3 sp,
*3tr in each ch-1 sp across to next ch-3 sp**,
NOTES (3tr, ch3, 3tr) in ch-3 sp; rep from * 3 times
You will need to change colour every round. more ending last repeat at ** , ss to top of
Do this by fastening off the last colour and beg ch-3 to join. [20 3-tr groups]
joining the new colour into any corner. Join Mushroom Pink into any ch-3 sp.

PLUSH HOME IDEAS
Round 6 Ch1 (does not count as st), *(dc, ch1,

dc) in ch-3 sp, dc in each st across to next
ch-3 sp; repeat from * 3 times more, ss to top
POUFFE
Create more space for socialising (and
The Pouffe is worked from the top down and
has been stuffed with a single duvet.
of first dc to join. [68 dc] kids and pets) with this simple and sturdy POUFFE
Fasten off and weave in ends. pouffe. By Sarah Shrimpton. Ch3.
Q Woolly Mahoosive Get Stuffed Round 1 (RS) 8htr into third ch from hook, ss
(100% polyester, 500g/26m) to top of beg ch-3 to join. [9 sts]
Round 2 Ch3 (counts as tr), tr in st at base of
BLANKET
Throw this super-sized blanket over you at
4 balls of Mushroom Pink
Q A 25mm (US U/50) hook
Q Single duvet for stuffing
ch-3, 2tr into each st around, ss to top of beg
ch-3 to join. [18 sts]
any time of day for a heavy-duty hug. Round 3 Ch2 (counts as htr), (2htr in next st,
By Chrissie Asbridge. TENSION htr in next st) 8 times, 2htr in last st, ss to top
Q Woolly Mahoosive Get Stuffed Round 1 measures approx 15cm (6in) in of beg ch-2 to join. [27 sts]
(100% polyester, 500g/26m) diameter Round 4 Working in bl only; (ss in next st, htr
8 balls of Dove Grey in next st) 13 times, ss in last st.
Q A 25mm (US U/50) hook MEASUREMENTS Round 5 (Htr in next st, ss in next st) 13 times,
Pouffe measures 22x44cm (8¾ x17½in) htr in last st.
TENSION Round 6 (Ss in next st, htr in next st) 13 times,
14 sts over 9 rows to measure 100x100cm ABBREVIATIONS ss in last st.
(40x40in) inv dec Insert hook into fl of st indicated, Round 7 As Round 5.
insert hook into fl of next st, yrh, pull through Round 8 As Round 6.
MEASUREMENTS both sts, yrh, pull through 2 loops on hook Stuff the Pouffe.
Blanket measures 90x215cm (35½x84½in) For a full list, see page 92 Round 9 Working in bl only; (dc in next st, inv
dec) 9 times. [18 sts]
BLANKET NOTES Round 10 (Inv dec) 9 times, ss to first st. [9 sts]
Ch32. When decreasing we have worked an Fasten off and weave in ends.
Row 1 Tr in fourth ch from hook, tr in each ch invisible decrease (see abbreviations); if you
across, turn. [30 sts]
Row 2 Ch3 (counts as tr throughout), tr in bl
prefer, you can work a standard dc2tog.
Parts of the Pouffe are worked in continuous
F
of each st across, turn. rounds without closing off each round with a YARN STOCKISTS
Rows 3-8 As Row 2. ss. You may find it helpful to mark the first st of Woolly Mahoosive
Fasten off and weave in ends. each round, moving the marker up as you work. www.woollymahoosive.com
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LONGLINE KIMONO
Kimonos top the list of comfiest fashion

A BIT trends, right up there with jumpsuits,
TRICKY snoods and dad trainers. This one is no
DK 4MM exception, and it’s an optimism-inducing
WEIGHT HOOK
festival of colour to boot. Fancy adding a
belt? If you need inspiration, try adapting
the rainbow band from page 50. Wear it as a
YOU WILL NEED stunning extra layer for shopping, or keep it
Q Yarn Stories Fine Merino DK to yourself – it’s the perfect match for a set
(100% wool, 50g/120m) of comfy slippers and a good book.
Cobalt (2503) Mirror sequins are used both in this flower
Burnt Sienna (2502) NOTES band and scattered across the trellis pattern
Raspberry (2514) This oversized garment is made in one
Primrose (2513) piece from the hem to the Motif strip, then
Iced Teal (2534) above the Motif strip to the armholes. At the ch3, dc in second tr of next 4-tr group; rep
See table for measurements and armholes it is divided for Front and Back, and from * to end, working last dc in top of beg
yarn quantities a Sleeve extension ch is added to each side so ch-3, turn.
Q A 4mm (US G/6) hook that each Sleeve is worked across this chain Row 5 Ch1, dc in first st, *ch2, 4tr in next dc,
Q 35 large sequins, 2cm diameter and the existing sts on each side of the Front. ch2, dc in next dc; rep from * to end, turn.
(optional) For the Back above the armholes, the base of Rows 2-5 set pattern.
For yarn stockists contact each Sleeve is worked into the extension ch
Yarn Stories 01484 848431 and across the existing sts on the Back. A front FLOWER MOTIF (MAKE 12)
www.yarnstories.com band is added around the neckline. Using Raspberry, ch18, ss to first ch to join
into a ring.
TENSION STITCH PATTERNS Round 1 Ch3 (counts as tr), 35tr into ring, ss
3.25 patt reps to measure 10cm (4in) SHELL STITCH PATTERN to top of beg ch-3. [36 sts]
over Shell Pattern using a 4mm (MULTIPLE OF 8 + 1 STS) Round 2 Ch1 (does not count as st
hook or size needed to obtain Row 1 (RS) Ch1 (does not count as st throughout), dc into first st, *ch6, skip 2 sts,
tension throughout), dc in second ch from hook, dc in next st; rep from * around omitting dc
You might find it easier to measure *ch2, skip 3 ch, 4tr in next ch, ch2, skip 3 ch, on last repeat, ss to first dc. [12 ch-6 sps]
6.5 patt reps over 30cm (12in) dc in next ch; rep from * to end, turn. Round 3 Join Primrose in the third ch of any
Pattern stripe of 10 rows to measure Row 2 Ch1, dc in first st, *ch3, dc in second tr ch-6, *ch4 (counts as dtr), 2dtr in same ch,
7cm (2¾in) of next 4-tr group, ch3, dc in next dc; rep ch3, 3dtr in next ch, ch1 (corner made), (3tr in
Motif measures 10x10cm (4x4in) from * to end, turn. third ch of next ch-6 sp, ch1) twice; rep from *
Row 3 Ch3 (counts as first tr throughout), tr 3 more times replacing beg ch-4 with dtr, ss
in st at base of ch, *ch2, dc in next dc, ch2, 4tr to top of beg ch-4. Fasten off.
in next dc; rep from * to end, working 2tr in [2 tr-groups on each side, 2 dtr-groups at
last dc, turn. each corner, 4 corner ch-3 sps]
Row 4 Ch1, dc in first st, *ch3, dc in next dc, Round 4 Join Iced Teal in any st. Ch1, dc in
SIZE 8-14 16-22
cm 81-97 102-117
TO FIT BUST
in 32-38 40-46
ACTUAL BUST cm 124 143
(APPROX) in 48¾ 56¼
cm 84 84
LENGTH
in 33 33
b c
cm 22 22
SLEEVE LENGTH
in 8½ 8½
COBALT 50g 8 9
BURNT SIENNA 50g 3 3
a RASPBERRY 50g 3 3
PRIMROSE 50g 3 3
Bust width a: 81 (102)cm, 32 (38)in ICED TEAL 50g 3 3
Length b: 97 (38)cm, 38 (46)in
Sleeve Length c: 22cm, 8½in To make this pattern easier to follow, we’ve colour-coded the sizing instructions – simply
follow the relevant column.
LONGLINE KIMONO
each st and ch-1 sp around, 4dc in each

corner ch-3 sp. Fasten off. Combine shell stitch,
flower motifs, a trellis
JOIN MOTIFS pattern and sequins!
With RS facing, join each Motif with a ss seam
using Iced Teal.
Add a sequin to centre space if required.
TRELLIS PATTERN
Row 1 (WS) Ch1 (does not count as st
throughout), dc in first st, *ch5, dc in second
tr of next 4-tr group, ch5, dc in next dc; rep
from * to end, turn.
Row 2 (RS) Ch5 (counts as tr and ch2), dc in
next ch-5 sp, (ch5, dc in next ch-5 sp) rep to
last ch-5 sp, ch2, tr in last dc, turn.
Row 3 Ch1, dc in first st, (ch5, dc in next ch-5
sp) rep to last ch-5 sp, ch5, dc in third ch of
beg ch-3, turn.
Rows 2 and 3 set pattern.
KIMONO
FRONT AND BACK TO ARMHOLES
Using Cobalt, ch257 (297).
Work Rows 1-5 of the Shell Pattern, working
Row 4 in Primrose. [32 (37) pattern repeats]
Row 2 in Primrose.
Change to Burnt Sienna.
PATTERN STRIPE 1
Work Rows 2-5 of the Shell Pattern.
Rows 2 and 4 in Primrose.
Work Rows 2 and 3 of the Shell Pattern.
Change to Iced Teal.
PATTERN STRIPE 2
Work Rows 4-5 of the Shell Pattern.
Row 4 in Primrose.
Row 2 in Primrose.
Repeat Pattern Stripe 1 with Raspberry as the

main colour.
Repeat Pattern Stripe 2 with Cobalt as the
main colour.
FLOWER MOTIFS
Make 12 (14) Motifs and join into a strip as MOTIF STRIP TO ARMHOLES LEFT FRONT AND SLEEVE
stated in the instructions above. Using Iced Teal, rejoin on the top edge of the Using Cobalt and with WS facing, work Row 4
To join the Motif strip to the last row of the Motif Strip with RS facing and dc 257 (297) of the Shell Pattern until there are 12 (14)
Back and Fronts, pin the Motif strip evenly at evenly across. This works out as 21 sts per ch-sps and 13 (15) dc, ch56 for Sleeve
intervals to the Back and Fronts. Using Iced Motif plus an extra 4 (2) sts evenly spaced. extension, turn.
Teal, dc evenly along the bottom edge of the Work Row 1 of the Shell Pattern into the
Motif strip, and when you reach a tr group on Repeat Pattern Stripe 2 with Iced Teal as the chain extension for 7 patt repeats, working
the last row of the Back and Fronts, dc in next main colour, working the first Row 4 as follows: the final dc into the last dc worked of the
st on Motif strip, ss in second and third tr of Row 4 Ch1 (does not count as st), dc in first st, previous row; continue working as Row 5 of
tr group, dc in next st on Motif strip. Repeat (ch3, skip 3 sts, dc in next st) repeat to end, the Shell Pattern across the ch-sps of the Row
across until all treble groups are joined. turn. [32 (37) patt repeats] 4 sts, turn. [13 (14) patt repeats]
Repeat Pattern Stripe 1 with Raspberry as the Continue this Pattern Stripe as for the
main colour. remaining 8 rows of Pattern Stripe 2.

LONGLINE KIMONO
TRELLIS PATTERN
Using Burnt Sienna, work Row 1 of Trellis Can’t see yourself in
Pattern. [13 (14) patt repeats] brights? Try an ombré
Continue working in Trellis Pattern as set, selection instead
repeating Rows 2 and 3 alternately. Work 3
more rows in Burnt Sienna, 4 rows in Primrose
then 4 rows in Burnt Sienna.
Fasten off.
Repeat Pattern Stripe 1 with Cobalt as the main

colour, working the first Row 2 as follows:
Row 2 Ch1 (does not count as st), dc in first st,
(ch3, dc in second ch of next ch-5) rep to last
ch-5, ch3, dc in third ch of beg ch-5, turn.
Fasten off at the end of Pattern Stripe 1.
RIGHT FRONT AND SLEEVE

Mark the 6 (7)th tr group from the edge on
the last row of the Raspberry stripe on the
opposite front edge.
Using Cobalt, ch56, and with WS facing dc in
second tr of marked tr group and continue in
Row 4 of Shell Pattern to end, turn.
Work Row 5 of the Shell Pattern across the
ch-sps of the Row 4 sts then continue
working as Row 1 of the Shell Pattern across
the chain extension, starting with (skip 3 ch,
4tr in next ch), turn. [13 (14) patt repeats]
Continue this Pattern Stripe as for the
remaining 8 rows of Pattern Stripe 2.
Continue working the Trellis Pattern and
Pattern Stripe 1 as for the Left Front and
Sleeve to match.
BACK AND BACK SLEEVES

Lay the work out with the RS of the Back
facing, folding the Fronts and Sleeve pieces
forward so that the Sleeve extension ch on
each side is in line with the next row to be
worked across the Back.
Next row (RS) Using Cobalt, and working into
the opposite side of the extension ch of the
Right Sleeve, work as Row 1 of the Shell
Pattern across the extension ch, working the
last dc in the opposite side of the dc after the FRONT EDGINGS FRONT BAND
extension ch, continue working as Row 5 of Using Cobalt and with RS facing, join at the With WS facing, rejoin Cobalt in the marked
the Shell Pattern across the 20 (23) repeats of Right hem edge, ch1 (does not count as st), st on the Left Front, and work as Row 4 of the
the Back, working the last dc in the opposite and work dc evenly as follows: Shell Pattern as follows:
side of the dc before the extension ch, skip 14dc in the row ends of the first Pattern Next row (WS) Ch1, dc in first st, (ch3, skip 3
first 3 ch of Left Sleeve extension ch and Stripe, 15dc in the row ends of each Pattern sts, dc in next st) repeat until last dc of Front
continue as Row 1 of Shell Pattern across the Stripe to Motif, 21 sts along the side of the edge has been worked, work as Row 4 across
opposite side of the extension ch, turn. Motif, marking the first of these sts, 15dc in Back neckline in last row of Pattern Stripe 1
[34 (37) patt repeats] the row ends of each Pattern Stripe, 24dc in ending with a dc st, ch3, skip first 3 sts of
Continue as for Pattern Stripe 2. the row ends of the Trellis Pattern, 15dc in the Right Front edge, dc in next st, (ch3, skip 3
Complete 12 rows of Trellis Pattern, and row ends of the last Pattern Stripe. sts, dc in next st) repeat ending with last dc in
Pattern Stripe 1 as for the Front until the last Fasten off. second marked st, turn.
row of Pattern Stripe 1. Complete as for Pattern Stripe 2.
On the last row of Pattern Stripe 1, when Rejoin Cobalt at the top of the Left Front and Fasten off and weave in ends.
working the second and third tr of each tr work dc evenly down Left Front to match
group, ss to the corresponding sts on the tr Right Front, with the exception of only 20 sts TO FINISH
groups of the Fronts to join. There will be a along the side of the Motif. Mark the last of Sew remaining sequins to body part of trellis
section in the centre which is unjoined for the the 20 sts on the side of the Motif, as the if desired.
neckline. Fasten off. place to rejoin for the Front Band.
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SHARNA’S
JOURNAL
... f r o m t h e st u d i o
Sharna Moore talks corner-to-corner “C 2C c roch et is
crochet, surprising uses for granny squares, h uge fu n a n d
really gets my
and rediscovering her love for creating imagination flo
wing”
ith every new season I find fresh inspiration. But no influenced by the IG crochet community. I’m so glad I did – it’s
W matter the season, you will usually find me sitting

in my cosy space drinking coffee out of one of my
favourite mugs, surrounded by the softest yarn. I
take my design inspiration from everyday life, the weather,
shop windows and even my mood that day.
huge fun and really gets my imagination flowing. I love
mixing different yarns within one project – contrasting soft
and fluffy with pretty and sparkly. My favourite C2C make to
date is my mustard and grey fluffy pompom hat.
This past year I’ve been taking a laid-back approach to COWL LOVE
my crochet, trying to remember what got me hooked in the Over the past year I’ve got great enjoyment from making
beginning, which was the simple granny square (which I’ll cowls. They’re such a fab accessory and can change a whole
go into later). Mainly I’ve been playing with new ideas, and outfit – and cosy too! You can wear them all year round by
practising different stitches, such as the crochet knit stitch changing up the stitches and yarn. There’s no exact
and waistcoat stitch. I’ve already hooked up a new hat and dimensions required as long as you can pop it over your head,
cowl using these techniques – I love to put my new and anyone can wear them. Crocheting a cowl gives me that
learnings into practice straight away. My refreshed quick crochet fix when I need it, plus they’re great for trying
perspective has also given me the opportunity to play with out new yarn and stitches, and for playing with texture. I
lots of different textures and colours, from thick, chunky especially love using the bobble and puff stitches when I
wool to the softest cotton yarn. My favourite yarn has to be crochet cowls. My giant, pale pink bobble stitch cowl is my
chunky Peruvian wool – it gives an amazing texture even favourite one to wear, especially on a chilly day.
with the simplest stitches, and photographs beautifully.
HIP TO BE (GRANNY) SQUARE
HOOKED INTO A CORNER Granny squares remain my first love – who doesn’t love a
Despite having been a crocheter for nearly four years, I only granny square? The crochet IG community are wild for them,
tried corner-to-corner crochet a few months ago after being and if I post a square on my feed its gets tons more love than
ves me
“Crocheting a cowl gi
PD=P MQE?G ?NK?DAPT
when I need it”
“I’m amazed at how many
people have made my star doily”
any of my other makes. They are my go-to project if I’m my journey was slowly disappearing as I put too much
lacking inspiration and want to create something. They’re pressure on myself to keep constantly producing, and this
super-quick to whip up and great for trialling new colour was killing my motivation. So, this year I promised myself
combos, plus sometimes I appreciate that they’re a I would slow down and get my creative side back instead of
no-brain-power make – hooking them totally relaxes me. pushing myself to output for the sake of it. I want to take my
I do enjoy a chunky granny square, especially stitched into time and make some truly stunning, unique designs. But
a cuddly blanket. But they’re also far more versatile than don’t worry, I will still be posting lots of cosy scenes on my IG
people imagine. This past year I’ve made a whole host of page, which will mainly consist of lots of pink, mustard and
things with granny squares, including gloves, bags and grey colours with all the coffee and a cute pair of scissors…
cardigans, even a doily, if you can believe it. In fact, one of my
most popular patterns is my star doily, which starts off with a WINTER WOOLLEN WONDERS
two-round granny square. I’m amazed at how many people When it comes to designing patterns, I’m always more drawn
have made one and every single one uses different colours. to winter designs, big cosy cardigans and chunky pompom
Granny squares totally rock! hats. I love that feeling you get when someone asks where
you got one of your makes, and you reply, ‘I made it myself’.
RECAPTURING MY CREATIVE SPIRIT Find more of Sharna’s work on Instagram @sweet_sharna,
I realised recently that I had been concentrating on solely or check out her blog at sweetsharna.simplesite.com.
producing crochet makes I thought my Instagram followers
would enjoy. The fun, creative side I’d had at the beginning of
cosy winter makes

Winte i my favouite seaon to
cochet fo – jut look at thee coy
make, complete with fluffy pompom!
Smalle project like hat ae a great
chance to ty out new stitche, such a C2C
cochet (left), waitcoat stitch (right) and
bobble stitch (below right).
In the bag
We’re all in a spin over
Matthew Spiers’ circular beauty
CIRCULAR BAG
Triangles become semi-circles become

EASY circles with this literal shapeshifter. Its final
PEASY form is a cute tote – a quick make for spring.
CHUNKY 10MM
WEIGHT HOOK
NOTES
With chunky yarn it can be tricky to weave in
the ends. If you don’t have a large enough
YOU WILL NEED yarn needle, use a 5mm or 6mm hook. Once
Q Hoooked Spesso Chunky Cotton you are satisfied the ends are weaved in and
(85% recycled cotton/15% other secure you can use a little craft glue to stick
recycled fibres, 500g/127m) the ends in place.
1 ball of each:
Yarn A Blossom (510) BAG
Yarn B Spring (800) PINK TRIANGLE (MAKE 6)
Q A 10mm (US N/15) hook Using Yarn A, make a magic loop.
Q Craft glue (optional) Round 1 Ch6 (counts as tr, ch3), (3tr into loop,
Q 4 metal D-rings, 3.5cm ch3) twice, 2tr into loop, ss to 3rd ch of beg
For yarn stockists contact ch-6 to join. [9 tr, 3 ch-3 spaces]
Hoooked 07033 51886 Round 2 Ch1, dc in first st, (dc, tr, ch3, tr, dc) This roomy bag makes the most of spring
www.hoooked.co.uk in next ch-sp, dc in next 3 sts; repeat from * pastels – and you’ll fit everything in it!
once more, (dc, tr, ch3, tr, dc) in next ch-sp, dc
TENSION in last 2 sts, ss to top of beg dc to join.
Tension is not critical for this project [21 sts, 3 ch-3 sps]
but it may affect the yarn quantities Change to Yarn B.
required Round 3 Ch1, dc in first st, *dc in each st to
next ch-3 sp, (2dc, ch3, 2dc) in ch-3 sp; rep
MEASUREMENTS from * around, ss to top of beg dc to join.
Bag measures approx 38cm (14in) [33 sts, 3 ch-3 sps]
diameter
GREEN TRIANGLE (MAKE 6)
ABBREVIATIONS Repeat the instructions for the Pink Triangle,
For a full list, see page 92 using Yarn B for Rounds 1 and 2 and Yarn A The foundation of the bag is 12 triangular
for Round 3. motifs, stitched into two round panels
JOIN
Work in bl only throughout assembly stitches over the D-ring, dc in next 3 sts, 2dc
instructions. in next st, dc in next 3 sts, (dc in next 2 sts, dc
Place 2 Pink Triangles together, WS facing. in ch-sp) working your stitches over 2nd
Join Yarn B into the outer ch-3 sps on both D-ring, *dc in next ch-sp, dc in next 5 sts, 2dc
motifs, ss into each st down to join. Once you in next st, dc in next 5 sts, dc in next ch-sp;
reach the centre ch-sp, join a third Pink repeat from * around, ss to top of first dc to
Triangle on the other side of the joined join. [84 dc]
motifs. Fasten off. Fasten off and weave in ends
Repeat the joining instructions once more to Repeat Round 1 on back panel.
join the 3 Pink Triangles , then repeat the
instructions on the Green Triangles. You TO MAKE UP
should now have 4 semi-circles of joined Place panels so that RS are facing in and the
motifs. D-rings are lined up.
Take 2 semi-circles of opposite colours, place Join Yarn B 7 sts to the left of the left D-ring.
together with WS facing. Using any colour ss panels together working through the bl
yarn, ss together along the centre to make a only, ending 7 sts before the right D-ring.
circle. Fasten off and weave in ends.
Repeat with the last 2 semi-circles. You now
have the front and back panels of the Bag.
HANDLES
EDGING Using 2 strands of Yarn A, ss into a D-ring,
Use Yarn A on the sts of Green Triangles and ch15, ss into the other D-ring on the same
Yarn B on the sts of Pink Triangles. panel.
With front panel RS facing, join Yarn A into Fasten off and weave in ends.
the 1st ch-sp on the Green Triangle half of the Repeat to make the second Handle on the
panel. other Panel.
Round 1 (RS) Ch1, place D-ring over sts, (dc
in ch-sp, dc in next 2 sts) working your

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Stuffed to the gills
This amigurumi axolotl is almost as magical as its
limb-regenerating real-life counterpart. By Erinna Lee
AMIGURUMI AXOLOTL
You’ve taken your tot to the petting zoo,

A BIT but how do you teach them about species
TRICKY further flung? This adorable axolotl is the
4PLY 2.5MM answer to your zoological concerns. Give to
WEIGHT HOOK
a littl’un to spark their curiosity (be sure to
swot up on Wikipedia beforehand). Wait
until they find out those ‘pigtails’ are gills!
YOU WILL NEED
Q Yarn and Colors Must-Have NOTES
(100% cotton, 50g/125m) The Axolotl is worked in the amigurumi
1 ball of each: method, working in a continuous spiral without
Light Pink (044) closing off each round with a ss. You may find it
Antique Pink (048) helpful to mark the last st of each round,
Larimar (062) moving the marker up as you work.
Q A 2.5mm (US B/1 or C/2) hook
Q Black stranded cotton HEAD
Q Toy stuffing Using Light Pink, make a magic loop.
Q 2 black safety eyes, 6mm Round 1 (RS) Ch1 (does not count as st
For stockists contact throughout), 6dc into the loop. [6 sts] The axolotl is known as the ‘walking fish’,
Yarn and Colors Round 2 2dc in each dc around. [12 sts] so these feet are a central part of the design!
www.yarnandcolors.com Round 3 (Dc in next dc, 2dc in next dc) 6
times. [18 sts]
TENSION Round 4 (Dc in next 2 dc, 2dc in next dc) 6 LEFT LEG
Tension is not critical for this project times. [24 sts] Using Light Pink, ch7.
but it may affect the yarn quantities Round 5 (Dc in next 3 dc, 2dc in next dc) 6 Round 1 (RS) Dc in the second ch from hook,
required times. [30 sts] dc in next 4 ch, 3dc in next ch, working into
Round 6 (Dc in next 4 dc, 2dc in next dc) 6 the back of the foundation ch, dc in next 4
MEASUREMENTS times. [36 sts] ch, 2dc in next ch. [14 sts]
Axolotl measures approx 15cm (6in) Round 7 (Dc in next 5 dc, 2dc in next dc) 6 Round 2 (2dc in next dc, dc in next 4 dc, 2dc
tall times. [42 sts] in next 2 sts) twice. [20 sts]
Round 8 (Dc in next 6 dc, 2dc in next dc) 6 Round 3 Dc in each st around.
ABBREVIATIONS times. [48 sts] Round 4 Dc in next 19 sts, (mark the last st as
picot Ch3, ss into last ch from hook Round 9 (Dc in next 7 dc, 2dc in next dc) 6 new end of Round). [19 sts]
For a full list, see page 92 times. [54 sts] Round 5 (Dc2tog, dc in each of next 8 dc)
Round 10 (Dc in next 8 dc, 2dc in next dc) 6 twice. [18 sts]
times. [60 sts] Round 6 (Dc2tog, dc in each of next 7 dc)
Rounds 11-20 Dc in each st around. twice, dc in next st (marks new end of Round).
Round 21 (Dc in next 8 dc, dc2tog) 6 times. [17 sts]
[54 sts] Round 7 (Dc in next 6 sts, dc2tog) twice.
Round 22 (Dc in next 7 dc, dc2tog) 6 times. [14 sts]
[48 sts] Stuff the foot.
Round 23 (Dc in next 6 dc, dc2tog) 6 times. Flatten the top of the foot and work the next
[42 sts] row through both sides to close.
Round 24 (Dc in next 5 dc, dc2tog) 6 times. Row 8 (The side facing you will be the front
[36 sts] of the Left Leg), dc in next 6 sts, turn.
Round 25 (Dc in next 4 dc, dc2tog) 6 times. Round 9 Ch1, dc into the fl of next 6 sts, ch1,
[30 sts] dc in the 6 unused bl loop. [12 sts]
Round 26 (Dc in next 3 dc, dc2tog) 6 times. Round 10 2dc in next st, dc in next 11 sts.
[24 sts] [13 sts]
Place the safety eyes between Rounds 17 and Round 11 2dc in next st, dc in next 12 sts.
18, 9 sts apart. [14 sts]
Use a single strand of black cotton to sew Round 12 2dc in next 2 sts, dc in next 5 sts,
two eyelashes from each eye. You can use the (dc2tog), dc in next 5 sts. [15 sts]
image as a guide. Round 13 Dc in next 2 sts (mark last st), ss
Round 27 (Dc in next 2 sts, dc2tog) 6 times. into next st to join. Fasten off. [2 sts]
[18 sts]
Round 28 (Dc in next dc, dc2tog) 6 times. RIGHT LEG
[12 sts] Repeat Rounds 1-12 of the Left Leg. On Row 8
Stuff the Head firmly with toy stuffing. the side facing away from you is the front of
Round 29 (Dc2tog) 6 times, ss into next st to the Right Leg.
join. [6 sts] Round 13 (RS) Dc in next 2 sts, (mark last st).
Fasten off, thread the tail through the sts of [2 sts]
Round 29, pull tight to close and weave in end. Do not fasten off the Right Leg.

AMIGURUMI AXOLOTL
BODY Round 4 (Dc in next 3 sts, 2dc in next st)

Continue from the Right Leg, using Light Pink. twice. [10 sts]
Round 1 (RS) Ch3 (space between Legs), dc Round 5 Dc in each st around.
into the next dc after the marked st on Left Round 6 (Dc in next 4 sts, 2dc in next st)
Leg, dc in next 14 sts on Left Leg, dc into bl of twice. [12 sts]
each 3 ch, dc in next 15 sts of Right Leg. [33 sts] Round 7 Dc in each st around.
Round 2 Dc into fl of 3 ch, dc in next 33 sts Round 8 Dc in next 5 sts, 2dc in next 2 sts, dc
around. [36 sts] in next 5 sts. [14 sts]
Rounds 3-14 Dc in each st around. [36 sts] Round 9 Dc in each st around.
Round 15 (Dc in next 10 sts, dc2tog) 3 times. Round 10 Dc in next 6 sts, 2dc in next 2 sts,
[33 sts] dc in next 6 sts. [16 sts] The tail fin is a separate piece, sewn around
Round 16 (Dc in next 9 sts, dc2tog) 3 times. Round 11 Dc in next 7 sts, 2dc in next 2 sts, the tail to give a winding, water-rippled effect
[30 sts] dc in next 7 sts. [18 sts]
Round 17 (Dc in next 8 sts, dc2tog) 3 times. Round 12 Dc in next 8 sts, 2dc next 2 sts, dc
[27 sts] in next 8 sts. [20 sts]
Round 18 (Dc in next 7 sts, dc2tog) 3 times. Round 13 Dc in next 10 sts, 2dc in next 2 sts,
[24 sts] (mark the 12th and 13th st of Round 13), dc in
Round 19 (Dc in next 6 sts, dc2tog) 3 times. next 8 sts. [22 sts]
[21 sts] Round 14 (Dc2tog), dc in next 9 sts, 2dc in
Round 20 (Dc in next 5 sts, dc2tog) 3 times. next 2 sts, dc in next 9 sts. [23 sts]
[18 sts] Round 15 Dc in each st around.
Round 21 Dc in next 4 sts, ss into next st to Round 16 (Dc2tog), dc in next 10 sts, 2dc in
join. [4 sts] next st, dc in next 10 sts, ss into next st to close.
Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Stuff firmly. This sea-blue bow is a nod to the axolotl's
Stuff the Legs and Body. Sew the Body to the natural aquatic habitat. (Plus it's super-cute)
Head using the long tails. The opening of the TAIL FIN
Body should fall over Rounds 27-29 at the Using Light Pink, ch32.
base of the Head. Tilt the Head slightly to one Row 1 Htr in third ch from hook, (htr in next BOW
side to give a cute look. ch, 2htr in next ch, htr in next ch) 9 times, htr Using Larimar, ch21.
in next ch, 2htr in last ch, turn. [40 sts] Row 1 (RS) Dc into second ch from hook, dc
ARMS (MAKE 2) Row 2 Ch2 (does not count as st), (htr in next into each ch across, turn. [20 sts]
Using Light Pink, ch6. st, 2htr in next st) 20 times. Fasten off. [60 sts] Rows 2-10 Ch1, dc into each st across, turn.
Round 1 (RS) Dc in second ch from hook, dc Sew the Tail Fin around the Tail. Start by Work around Rows 1-10 for the next round.
in next 3 ch, 3dc into last ch, turn to work attaching the Tail Fin to the bottom side of Round 11 Ch1, dc into each st across, *2dc
down the opposite side of the foundation ch, the Tail, and finish by sewing the end of the into first row end, dc into next 8 row ends,
dc in next 3 ch, 2dc in last ch. [12 sts] Tail Fin to the top side of the Tail. 2dc into last row end**, dc into the back of
Round 2 Dc in each st around. Sew the Tail to the Body. The marked sts from each foundation ch across; repeat from * to
Round 3 Dc in next 11 sts, (mark last st as Round 13 of the Tail indicates the top centre **, ss to first dc to join. Fasten off. [64 sts]
new end of Round). [11 sts] of the Tail. The opening of the Tail should be Squeeze the centre of the Bow together and
Round 4 (Dc2tog, dc in next 4 sts) twice. sewn over Rounds 4-11 of the Body. secure with a few sts of Larimar.
[10 sts]
Round 5 (Dc2tog, dc in next 3 sts) twice. GILL (MAKE 6) MIDDLE OF BOW
[8 sts] Using Antique Pink, make a magic loop. Using Larimar, ch10.
Round 6 (Dc2tog, dc in next 2 sts) twice. Round 1 Ch1, 6dc into the loop. [6 sts] Row 1 (RS) Dc in second ch from hook, dc in
[6 sts] Rounds 2-10 Dc in each st around. each ch across, turn. [9 sts]
Round 7 (Dc in next 2 sts, 2dc in next st) Round 11 Dc in each st around, ss into next Rows 2-3 Ch1, dc into each st across.
twice. [8 sts] st to join. Fasten off, leaving a long tail. Fasten off.
Rounds 8-13 Dc in each st around. Lightly stuff each Gill. Wrap the Middle of the Bow around the
Round 14 Dc in next 6 sts, (mark last st as centre of the Bow, then sew the ends
new end of Round). [6 sts] GILL EDGING (MAKE 6) together to make a loop.
Stuff the Arm and flatten the top. Work the Using Antique Pink, ch22.
next row through both sides to close. Round 1 Ss into second ch from hook, (ss TO FINISH
Row 15 Dc in 4 sts across. [4 sts] into next st, picot, ss into next st) 10 times. Sew each Gill Edging around the Gill with the
Fasten off, leaving a long tail. [10 picot] start and end of each Edging attached between
Sew the Arms to the Body between Rounds Fasten off. Rounds 10 and 11. Sew each Gill onto the Head;
19-20, 7 stitches apart at the front. you can use the image as a guide. The top 2
HEART Gills should fall over Rounds 9 and 10 of the
TAIL Using Antique Pink, make a magic loop. Head, the middle Gills should fall over Rounds
Using Light Pink, make a magic loop. Round 1 Ch1, 6dc into the loop. [6 sts] 13 and 14 of the Head, the bottom Gills should
Round 1 Ch1, 6dc into the loop. [6 sts] Round 2 Ch2, (3dtr, 4tr, dtr, 4tr, 3dtr, ch2, ss) fall over Rounds 17 and 18 of the Head.
Round 2 (Dc in next 2 sts, 2dc in next st) into the loop. [16 sts] Sew the Bow to the Head in front of the top
twice. [8 sts] Fasten off, and use the tail to sew the Heart right Gill. Weave in any remaining ends.
Round 3 Dc in each st around. onto the Body between Rounds 10 and 17.
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CHUNKY TUNIC
HEART WARMER
It’s quick and simple to crochet Hannah Cross’
easy-to-wear tunic, with its sumptuous texture

CHUNKY TUNIC
We never know what to put on for the best

A BIT this time of year – so layering up is the way to
TRICKY go. Hannah’s tunic is a practical option, as it
SUPER 10MM will fit under coats that can’t take bulky
CHUNKY 15MM
sleeves . And you won’t need a scarf! There
are no colour changes involved with this
variegated chunky cake yarn, so sit back and
YOU WILL NEED concentrate on enjoying the pattern.
Q Caron Tea Cakes (80% acrylic,
20% wool, 240g/186m) NOTES
Spiced Cider (20006) The stitch pattern used throughout the Body
See table for measurements and of the Tunic is (ch2, skip 2 sts, 2BLtr). When
yarn quantities working the tr sts 2 rows below you will
Q A 10mm (US N/15) hook need to work over the ch-2 space from the
Q A 15mm (US Q/19) hook previous row worked so that it is hidden in
Q 4 buttons, 2cm in diameter the sts.
For yarn stockists contact The Tunic is made of identical Front and Back
Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 sections, which are joined at the shoulder.
www.woolwarehouse.co.uk A Cowl Neck and Border are then added. To
make the Front and Back identical you can
TENSION start both sections using a new ball of yarn.
8.5 sts and 5.5 rows to measure
10x10cm (4x4in) over st patt using TUNIC
a 10mm hook. You will find this FRONT AND BACK (BOTH ALIKE) Pick out buttons that are a colour match for
easier to measure as 17 sts and 11 Using a 10mm hook, ch42 (46: 50: 54). your yarn, to give the tunic a neat finish
rows to measure 20x20cm when Row 1 (RS) Tr in fourth ch from hook, tr in
you do a tension swatch next ch, (ch2, skip 2 ch, tr in next 2 ch) repeat
across to last st, tr in last ch, turn. Skip 20 sts for the neckline, ss seam the
ABBREVIATIONS [40 (44: 48: 52) sts] remaining 10 (12: 14: 16) sts.
2BLtr Tr in bl of next 2 skipped sts 2 Row 2 (WS) Ch4 (counts as htr, ch2 Fasten off and weave in ends.
rows below, working over the ch-2 throughout), *skip 2 tr, tr in next 2 skipped ch
sp of the previous row of foundation ch, ch2; repeat from * across to COWL NECK
For a full list, see page 92 last st, htr in last st, turn. The Cowl Neck is worked in a continuous
Row 3 Ch2 (counts as htr throughout), (2BLtr spiral. Work all the sts into the bl only.
in next 2 sts, ch2, skip 2 sts) across to last 3 Using a 15mm hook, join yarn into one of the
sts, 2BLtr in next 2 sts, htr in last st, turn. neckline seams.
Row 4 Ch4, (skip 2 sts, 2BLtr, ch2) across to Round 1 (RS) 2ss in side seam, ss in 20 sts of
last st, htr in last st, turn. neckline, 2ss in next neckline seam, 20ss in
Rows 3-4 set the pattern. last 20 sts of neckline. [44 ss]
Repeat Rows 3-4 another 13 (13: 15: 15) times. Rounds 2-4 Ss in each st around.
Fasten off and weave in ends. Round 5 (2ss in first st, ss in next 10 sts) 4
times. [48 sts]
JOIN PANELS Rounds 6-7 Ss in each st around.
Place the Front and Back pieces WS facing Round 8 (2ss in next st, ss in next 11 sts) 4
together. times. [52 sts]
Using a 10mm hook, ss seam the first 10 (12: Rounds 9-10 Ss in each st around.
14: 16) sts together at the shoulder. Round 11 (2ss in next st, ss in next 12 sts) 4
Fasten off.
b SIZE 8-10 12-14 16-18 20-22

cm 81-86 91-97 102-107 112-117
TO FIT BUST
in 32-34 36-38 40-42 44-46
ACTUAL BUST cm 112 122 131 141
(APPROX) in 44 48 51½ 55½
a cm 58 58 65.5 65.5
LENGTH
in 25 25 25¾ 25¾
Bust width a: 56 (61: 65.5: 70.5)cm YARN 240g 3 3 4 4
22 (24: 25¾: 27¾)in
Length b: 58 (58: 65.5: 65.5)cm To make this pattern easier to follow, we’ve colour-coded the sizing instructions – simply follow the
22¾ (22¾: 25¾: 27¾)in relevant column.
CHUNKY TUNIC
times. [56 sts]

Rounds 12-13 Ss in each st around. Working skipped
Round 14 (2ss in next st, ss in next 13 sts) 4 stitches gives a great
times. [60 sts] tessellated effect
Rounds 15-17 Ss in each st around.
BORDER
Using a 15mm hook, join yarn into any row
end from the Front/Back.
Round 1 2ss into each row end, 1ss into each
st around the Front/Back.
Rounds 2-5 Ss in bl of each st around.
TO FINISH
Sew the buttons onto the Back panel of the
Tunic, on the WS of the Border. They should
be positioned at approx 30cm and 40cm
from the shoulder. Find the corresponding ss
on the front Border of the Tunic, and use this
as a buttonhole.
SIMPLE STEPS HOW TO WORK A SLIP STITCH SEAM
1 First, make sure you fasten 2 Pull the slip knot through 3 Continue working slip sts 4 From the right side, the slip
off, weave in ends and block both stitches to bring it to the along the edge, as far as you stitch seam forms an
pieces. Place pieces right sides front. Now insert hook into need to. Fasten off, weave in ‘invisible’ join (see above). It
together. Insert hook into the the 2nd stitch of both layers ends, open out the seam and forms a firm, flat seam that
first stitch on both pieces. and work a slip stitch. Work a lightly press from the wrong won’t give much stretch. It’s
Make a slip knot and place it slip stitch in the 3rd stitches of side. best to use a matching yarn.
onto the hook. both layers.

TUNISIAN CUSHION
HOW-TO
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cushion as your reward! By Tuula Kyrölä

TUNISIAN CUSHION
Rarely does a cushion look quite so inviting!

GO The tactile textures of this Tunisian crochet
PRO are just begging for a squeeze. Broad subtle
DK 4MM stripes lend interest while the honeycomb
WEIGHT HOOK
effect gives a layer of sophistication.
NOTES
YOU WILL NEED The Cushion is worked in rounds of Tunisian
Q Cascade 220 Superwash (100% honeycomb stitch. In Tunisian crochet in the
wool, 100g/200m) round you turn the work for the return pass and
2 balls of: use the other end of the double-ended hook.
Yarn A Orange (825) To create the honeycomb stitch, you alternate
1 ball of each: Tunisian simple stitch (Tss) and Tunisian purl
Yarn B Blueberry (848) stitch (Tps). The return pass is the same for both
Yarn C Magenta (908) these sts.
Yarn D Golden (877) The forward pass is always worked in Yarn A. Tunisian crochet’s dense texture is showcased
Q A 4mm (US G/6) double-ended by the cushion’s contrasting colour scheme
hook CUSHION
Q Zip, 30cm Using Yarn A, ch151, ss to first ch to form a
Q Cushion insert, 45x45cm loop, being careful not to twist the ch. 8 Rounds in Yarn D.
For yarn stockists contact Round 1 *(Insert hook into next ch, yrh, pull 7 rounds in Yarn C.
www.cascadeyarns.com up a loop) 50 times, turn and use other end of 35 rounds in Yarn B.
hook, using Yarn B RetP until 2 loops remain 7 rounds in Yarn C.
TENSION on the hook, turn and use the other end of 8 round in Yarn D.
19 sts over 19 rounds to measure the hook, change to Yarn A; rep from * twice 5 rounds in Yarn B.
10x10cm (4x4in) in honeycomb st more working 51 sts on the final repeat. Remember that all the forward pass sts are
[151 sts] worked in Yarn A.
MEASUREMENTS Mark the first st of Round 1; move the marker Round 76 Using Yarn A, dc in each vertical
Cushion measures 40x40cm up as you work. bar around.
(16x16in) Round 2 Loop on hook counts as first Tss, (Tps Fasten off and weave in ends.
in next st, Tss in next st) 25 times, turn and use
ABBREVIATIONS other end of hook, using Yarn B RetP until 2 TO FINISH
Tss (Tunisian simple stitch loops remain on the hook, turn and use other Turn the Cushion so the WS is facing out.
forward pass) Loop on hook counts end of hook, change to Yarn A; rep from * Flatten so that the colour changes run up the
as first st, do not work into the twice more. side fold.
vertical bar on edge of work, *With Round 3 Loop on hook counts as first Tps, (Tss Using Yarn A, sew the bottom of the Cushion
yarn at back, insert hook from right in next st, Tps in next st) 25 times, turn and use closed.
to left behind next vertical bar, yrh other end of hook, using Yarn B RetP until 2 Turn so the RS is facing out. Pin the zip in place
and pull up loop and leave loop on loops remain on the hook, turn and use other along the opening and sew in place. Sew the
hook; repeat from * as directed in end of hook, change to Yarn A; rep from * corner of each side closed up to the zip.
pattern twice more. Alternatively you can place the Cushion
Tps (Tunisian purl st forward pass) Rounds 4-5 As Rounds 2-3. insert inside and whipstitch the opening
*Bring yarn to front of the work, Repeat Rounds 2-3 using the following colour closed.
insert hook through the front sequence for the RetP:
vertical bar from right to left behind
the working yarn, bring yarn to the
back of your work, yrh, pull st on Get to grips with
hook and leave on hook; repeat honeycomb stitch
from * as directed for beautiful texture
RetP (Return Pass) Yrh and draw
through first 2 loops on hook, *yrh
and draw through 2 loops on hook;
repeat from * as directed
For a full list, see page 92
Show your stripes
Crank up the colour on plain-Jane trousers with
Sara Huntington’s bright embellishment
EMBELLISH AN OUTFIT
Hello, our name is the Simply Crochet team,

EASY and we are colouroholics. From dreamy
PEASY pastels to acid brights, we’re always up for a
4 PLY 2.5MM colour injection and this easy-to-hook band
WEIGHT HOOK
is the stuff of dreams. Treat basic trousers to
an electric wardrobe update.
YOU WILL NEED NOTES

You can use any 4ply cotton yarns For the foundation ch, you will need to work
from your stash, or the following: a multiple of 6 sts. To calculate how many
Q DMC Natura Just Cotton multiples of 6 you need, divide the finished
(100% cotton, 50g/155m) length of your strip by 2.5 (which is the
1 ball of each: length of 1 multiple of 6) and round the
Crimson (61) answer to the nearest whole number.
Safran (47) For example, our trousers measured 88cm
Tournesol (16) long. 88 ÷ 2.5 = 35 to the nearest whole
Chartreuse (48) number, so you will need 35 lots of 6 for the
Prussian (64) foundation ch, or 210 sts.
Cerise (62) Each row is worked on RS only, so do not turn
Q A 2.5mm (US B/1 or C/2) hook at the end of each row. Fasten off the yarn at
For yarn stockists contact the end of each row.
DMC 01924 231669
www.dmc.com STITCH PATTERN (MULTIPLE OF 6 + 5 STS)
Row 1 (RS) Dc in second ch from hook, dc in
TENSION next 3 ch, ch3, skip 3 ch, *dc in next 3 ch, ch3,
24 sts to measure 10cm (4in) using skip 3 ch; repeat from * to last 4 sts, dc in last
a 2.5mm hook or size required to 4 sts, do not turn. Fasten off.
obtain correct tension Row 2 (RS) Ch1 (doesn’t count as st throughout),
dc in first st, *ch3, skip 3 sts, dc in next 3 ch; Stitch the stripy band onto black trousers for
MEASUREMENTS repeat from * to last 4 sts, ch3, skip 3 sts, dc in a dramatic contrast, or white for a subtler look
Band measures 4cm (1½in) wide last st, do not turn. Fasten off.
Row 3 (RS) Ch1, dc in first dc, dc in next 3 ch,
ABBREVIATIONS *ch3, skip 3 sts, dc in next 3 ch; repeat from *
For a full list, see page 92 to last st, dc in last st, do not turn. Fasten off.
Rows 2 and 3 set pattern.
RAINBOW BAND (MAKE 2)

Work a foundation ch of a multiple of 6 sts, as
explained above.
Work Rows 1-3 of the Stitch Pattern, then
repeat Rows 2 and 3, working a total of
12 rows and using the following colour
sequence:
Crimson, Safran, Tournesol, Chartreuse,
Prussian, Cerise; then use the colours in
reverse order for the remaining 6 rows.
TO FINISH
Pin each Rainbow Band into position on
either side of a pair of Trousers. Sew in place
along each edge.

MOSAIC COWL
stare
s t yl
That’s a wrap
Level up your winter wardrobe by bundling into this
colourful cowl, designed by Tatsiana Kupryianchyk

MOSAIC COWL
Make like a Roman and get mosaic happy.

A BIT Change colour every two rows, skip some
TRICKY stitches and come back to them later!
DK 4.5MM
WEIGHT HOOK
NOTES
Please refer to the charts on page 93 when
making your Cowl. Each small square on the
YOU WILL NEED chart represents the size of 1 dc st, but not
Q Scheepjes Merino Soft (50% wool, every square is worked as a dc st.
25% acrylic, 25% microfiber, The tr sts on the Chart are represented by 3
50g/105m) small squares, with a bold outline.
3 balls of Ansingh (643) Read all RS rows from right to left and WS You’ll work five panels, stitch up the seam,
2 balls of Lowry (604) rows from left to right. The first and last st of then add a continuous border in the round
1 ball of Constable (629) each row should be worked as a dc st.
Q A 4.5mm (US G/6) hook Only change colour every 2 rows. When a across, turn.
For yarn stockists contact second colour appears in a row you should Change to Ansingh.
Scheepjes skip those sts and ch the number of skipped Rows 3-25 Follow Chart 2 on page 93 for
www.scheepjes.com/en sts plus 1. On the next 2 rows in the second Rows 3-25, changing colour every 2 rows.
colour work a tr st into the skipped st 3 rows Repeat sts 2-13 five times across.
TENSION below, leaving the ch-sps on the WS. This will Change to Constable.
18 sts over 22 rows to measure be detailed further within the pattern. Row 26 Ch1, dc in first st, (ch1, skip 1 st, dc in
10x10cm (4x4in) over st pattern Change colour on the last yrh on the row next st) across to end, turn.
before colour change is indicated. You can Fasten off Constable.
MEASUREMENTS carry unused yarn up the sides rather than
Cowl measures approx 36x70cm fastening off. PANEL 3
(14x27½in) The Cowl is made in one piece, with the first Change to Lowry.
and last rows joined together at the end. Row 1 (RS) Ch1, dc in next st, dc in ch-sp,
ABBREVIATIONS (ch1, skip 1 st, dc in next ch-sp) to last st, dc in
For a full list, see page 92 COWL last st, turn. [61 sts]
PANEL 1 Row 2 Ch1, dc in each st and ch-sp across,
Using Lowry, ch62. turn.
Row 1 (RS) Dc in second ch from hook, dc in Rows 3-34 As Row 3-34 of Panel 1.
each ch to end, turn. [61 sts] Fasten off Lowry.
Row 2 (WS) Ch1 (does not count as st
throughout), dc in each st to end, turn. PANEL 4
Change to Ansingh. Repeat Panel 2.
Follow Chart 1 on page 93. Repeat sts 2-12
across, ending each row with a dc st. PANEL 5
Row 3 Ch1, dc in first st, (ch2, skip 1 st, dc in Change to Lowry.
next 3 sts) 15 times, turn. Rows 1-33 Repeat Rows 1-33 of Panel 3.
Row 4 Ch1, (dc in next 3 sts, ch2, skip 1 st) 15 Fasten off Lowry, leaving a long tail.
times, dc in last st, turn.
Change to Lowry. TO MAKE UP
Row 5 Ch1, dc in first st, *tr in skipped st 3 Using the tail from Panel 5, join the last row
rows below, dc in next 3 sts, tr in skipped st 3 of Panel 5 to Row 1 of Panel 1 to make the
rows below, ch2, skip 1 st, dc in next 2 sts, tr Cowl. We have used a mattress st seam but
in skipped st 3 rows below, dc in next 2 sts**, you can use whichever method you prefer.
ch2, skip 1 st; repeat from * 4 times more
ending last rep at **, dc in last st, turn. BORDER
Continue to follow the Chart, working to Row The Border is worked in continuous rounds,
20 then repeating Rows 5-16. without closing off each round with a ss.
Row 33 Ch1, dc in first st, *tr in skipped st 3 With RS facing, join Ansingh into the joining
rows below, dc in next 3 sts; repeat from * seam on one edge of the Cowl.
across, turn. Round 1 Ch1, dc into first row end, (ch1, skip 1
Row 34 Ch1, dc in first st, (ch1, skip 1 st, dc in row end, dc into next row end) repeat
next st) 30 times. around. [153 sts]
Fasten off Lowry. Round 2 (Ch1, skip 1 st, dc into next ch-1 sp)
to last st, ch1, skip last st.
PANEL 2 Round 3 (Dc into next ch-1 sp, ch1, skip 1 st)
Change to Constable. to last st, dc in last st.
Row 1 (RS) Ch1, dc in first st, (ch1, skip 1 st, dc Round 4 As Round 2, ss into next st to join.
This chunky cowl is the perfect partner to the in next ch-sp) to last st, dc in last st, turn. [61 sts] Fasten off.
oversized trench coats on trend this season Row 2 (WS) Ch1, dc in each st and ch-sp Repeat Rounds 1-4 on opposite side of Cowl.
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by voting fo you favouite
Sweet dreams
on Intagram #hooktohook
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We challenged two designers to come up with a fab design,
each using the same yarn… which is your fave?
Cassie Ward Kelly Groves

“I’m quite a bohemian “When I think about winter,
person, I love festivals snow instantly comes to
and mindfulness and mind, so a snowflake had
meditation, so this was to be incorporated in my
the ideal challenge for dreamcatcher! Rather than
me! I stuck to a traditional feathers, I chose to decorate
design with beads and it with stars, crocheted
feathers for my dreamcatcher. I loved working in the cold and wintry shades of the gorgeous
with the sparkle thread, adding it to the cotton DROPS cotton yarn. The snowflake was so much
to make a really beautiful effect. It would make fun to design, as no two snowflakes are the same.
a lovely thoughtful gift and is totally on trend I had a rough idea in my head, but wanted to see
this season!“ You can find Cassie online at what developed once I had a hook in my hand!”
www.themissingyarn.co.uk or follow her on Kelly’s blog is at www.craftycruella.co.uk or you
Instagram @themissingyarn. can follow her on Instagram @craftycruella.

HOOK TO HOOK
From left: Cassie crocheted the blue and pink elements of her dreamcatcher using two strands of DROPS yarn – one cotton and one metallic
gold – for added sparkle; the hanging feathers got the same sparkle treatment with beads and lengths of ribbon for extra decoration
Round 9 Ch1, dc into each st around, ch40, ss

Feather DreamCatcher
Hook up a dreamy pastel decoration for
[24 sts]
Fasten off.
Join Yarns C and D into any st.
to first dc to join. [128 dc, 1 ch-40 loop]
your home. Designed by Cassie Ward. Round 2 Ch3, (2tr, tr in next 2 sts) 8 times,
Q DROPS Love You 7 (100% cotton, 50g/170m) omitting last tr, ss to top of beg ch-3 to join. FEATHERS (MAKE 7)
1 ball of each: Yarn A White (01), [32 sts] Using a 2.5mm hook and Yarns A and D, ch19.
Yarn B Lilac (12), Yarn C Light Blue (06) Fasten off. Round 1 (RS) Dc in second ch from hook, htr
Q DROPS Glitter (60% cupro, 40% metal, Join Yarn A into any st. in next 2 ch, tr in next 9 ch, htr in next 5 ch, ss
10g/700m), 1 ball of Yarn D Gold (01) Round 3 Ch3, tr in next 2 sts, ch4, skip 1 st, (tr in last ch, working up opposite side of
Q A 2mm (US B/1) hook in next 3 sts, ch4, skip 1 st) 7 times, ss to top of foundation chain, ss in next ch, htr in next 5
Q A 2.5mm (US C/2) hook beg ch-3. Fasten off. [24 tr, 8 ch-4 sps] ch, tr in next 9 ch, htr in next 2 ch, (dc, ss) into
Q Hoop, 15cm in diameter Join Yarns B and D into any ch-4 sp. last ch. [14 htr, 18 tr, 2 dc]
Q 26 beads Round 4 (Ch3, 2tr, ch3, 3tr) in ch4–sp, ch6, Turn so WS is facing.
Q Clear string *(3tr, ch3, 3tr) in next ch4-sp, ch6; rep from * 6 Row 2 (WS) Ch3, ss into the back of each of
Q 8m of white ribbon, various types times more, ss to top of beg ch-3 to join. [48 tr] the foundation ch along the centre of the
For yarn stockists, contact Fasten off. feather. [18 ss]
Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 Join Yarns C and D into any ch-3 sp. Fasten off and weave in ends.
www.woolwarehouse.co.uk Round 5 (Ch3, 2tr, ch3, 3tr) in ch3-sp, ch5, *(3tr,
ch3, 3tr) in next ch3-sp, ch5; rep from * 6 times TO FINISH
TENSION more, ss to top of beg ch-3 to join. [48 tr] Attach each Feather to clear string and place
Rounds 1-5 measure 10cm (4in) at widest Fasten off. 4 beads above the Feather.
points Join Yarn A into any ch-3 sp. Cut 9 equal lengths from the ribbons. Fold
Round 6 (Ch3, 2tr, ch3, 3tr) in ch3–sp, *ch4, dc each length in half and attach along the
MEASUREMENTS around ch-5 of Round 5 and ch-6 of Round 4, bottom of the hoop like a tassel. Attach the
Dreamcatcher measures 15cm (6in) in diameter ch4**, (3tr, ch3, 3tr) in next ch-3 sp; repeat hanging Feathers between the lengths of
from * 7 times more ending last repeat at **, ss ribbon. Use the image as a guide.
NOTES to top of beg ch-3 to join. [48 tr, 8 dc] Trim the ribbon to desired lengths.
Yarn D is worked with Yarns A, B or C as one Round 7 Ss to next ch-3 sp, *dc in ch-3 sp, ch7,
strand, where directed in the pattern. dtr in next dc, ch7; repeat from * to end, ss to
MANDALA MOTIF
Using 2mm hook and Yarns B and D held
first dc to join. [8 dtr, 16 ch-7 sps]
Fasten off.
Join Yarns C and D into any ch-7 sp.
Winter Dreamcatcher
Go for a snowy theme with stars and
together as one strand, ch8, ss to last ch from Round 8 Ch1, (8dc, ch2) in each ch7-sp around, snowflakes. Designed by Kelly Groves.
hook to form a loop. ss to first dc to join. Fasten off. [128 dc] Q DROPS Love You 7 (100% cotton, 50g/170m)
Round 1 (RS) Ch3 (counts as tr throughout), Join Yarn A into any st, work all sts around the 1 ball of each: Yarn A White (01),
23tr into loop, ss to top of beg ch-3 to join. hoop to secure your Dreamcatcher. Yarn B Light Blue (06), Yarn C Lilac (12)
HOOK TO HOOK
From left: Kelly went for stars and snowflakes as her main motifs and got the sparkle effect by combining the cotton and gold strands; the large,
central snowflake replaces the mandala element of a traditional dreamcatcher for a delicate, wintry look and a contemporary take on the idea
Q DROPS Glitter (60% cupro, 40% metal, join. [36 sts] Yarns B and D worked as one strand.
10g/700m), 1 ball of Yarn D Gold (01) Round 4 Ch1, *dc in the next 2 sts, ch-3 Ch4, ss to first ch to form a loop.
Q A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook picot, dc in next st, dc in ch-2 sp, ch6, dc in Round 1 (RS) Ch1 (does not count as st), 10dc
Q Hoop, 15cm in diameter the second ch from the hook, dc in next ch, into the loop, ss to first dc to join. [10 sts]
For yarn stockists, contact htr in next ch, ch2, ch-5 picot, dc in next 2 Round 2 (Ch3, ss into the second ch from the
Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 ch, ch4, dc in the second ch from hook, dc in hook, dc, skip next st from Round 1, ss into
www.woolwarehouse.co.uk next ch, htr in next ch, dc in the same ch as next st) 5 times. Fasten off.
the previous htr, dc in next 2 ch, dc in ch-2
TENSION sp, dc in next st from Round 3, ch3 picot, dc TO MAKE UP
The first 3 rounds of the Snowflake measures in next 2 sts; repeat from * 5 times more, ss Weave in all ends.
6.5cm (2½in) in diameter to first dc. Block all pieces. Pin out on blocking boards
[102 dc, 12 ch-3 picot, 6 ch-5 picot, 12 htr] or foam mats and spray with water, leave
MEASUREMENTS Fasten off and weave in ends. until dry.
Dreamcatcher measures 34cm (13¼in) to Sew the Snowflake to the hoop with 3
bottom of Star chain LARGE STAR (MAKE 3) stitches through each ch-5 picot sp.
Make 1 each in Yarn B and Yarn C, and 1 in With Yarn B, ch40.
ABBREVIATIONS Yarns C and D worked as one strand. Fasten off, sew one end to the hoop.
ch-3 picot ch3, ss to last ch from hook Ch4, ss to first ch to form a loop. Sew the Large Star, Medium Star and Small
ch-5 picot ch5, ss to last ch from hook Round 1 (RS) Ch3 (counts as tr), 9tr into the Star all made with a strand of Yarn D to the
For a full list, see page 92 loop, ss to top of beg ch-3 to join. [10 sts] ch40; you can use the image as a guide.
Round 2 (Ch5, ss into the second ch from the
NOTES hook, dc, htr, tr, skip next st from Round 1, ss TASSELS (MAKE 2)
Yarn D is worked with Yarns A, B or C as one into next st) 5 times. Fasten off. Cut 4 strands of Yarn A, B and C and 10
strand, where directed in the pattern. strands of Yarn D, each approx 40cm in
MEDIUM STAR (MAKE 3) length. Hold the strands together and fold in
SNOWFLAKE Make 1 each in Yarn B and Yarn C, and 1 in half, then lay over the hoop, pull the ends of
Using Yarn A and Yarn D as one strand, ch4, ss Yarns A and D worked as one strand. the strands through the folded loop, under
into fourth ch from hook to form a loop. Ch4, ss to first ch to form a loop. the hoop, to secure in place.
Round 1 (RS) Ch3 (counts as tr throughout), Round 1 (RS) Ch2 (counts as htr), 9htr into Attach one Tassel either side of the hanging
tr into the loop, ch2, (2tr, ch2) 5 times, ss to the loop, ss to top of beg ch-2 to join. [10 sts] Stars.
top of beg ch-3 to join. [12 sts] Round 2 (Ch4, ss into the second ch from the Sew the remaining Stars together in the
Round 2 Ss in next tr, (ch6, ss into next 2tr) 5 hook, dc, htr, skip next st from Round 1, ss following order: Small, Large, Medium,
times, ss to beg ss. [6 ch-6 sps] into next st) 5 times. Fasten off. Medium, Large, Small. Alternate the colours
Round 3 Ss to next ch-6 sp, ch1 (does not as seen in the image.
count as st throughout), (dc, htr, tr, ch2, tr, htr, SMALL STAR (MAKE 3) Sew the Stars to the bottom of the hoop.
dc) in each ch-6 sp around, ss to first dc to Make 1 each in Yarn B and Yarn C, and 1 in

Honey monsters
Bears love honeycomb almost as much as we love
these hexie puff bears! Designed by Samanta Fornino
simple
m a ke
BABY BLANKET
Keep little cubs swaddled and snuggly in

EASY this un-bear-ably adorable baby blanket.
PEASY Featuring a whole host of merry teddies
4PLY 3MM peeking out between hexagonal patches,
WEIGHT HOOK
no child could fear monsters under the bed
tucked up under this army of grizzlies! Hook
up this sweet make for a newborn to give a
YOU WILL NEED gift they’ll treasure for years to come.
Q DMC Natura Just Cotton
(100% cotton, 50g/155m) NOTES
4 balls of each: The Blanket is made up of 116 Motifs, which These jolly bears can’t fail to raise a smile –
Salome (80) are lightly stuffed and joined at the end. embroider their faces with stranded cotton
Rose Layette (06)
Blue Layette (05) HEXAGON MOTIF (MAKE 97)
Cerise (62) Make 22 using Rose Layette, 23 using Salome, all Bear Motifs over Round 1. Sew eyes
2 balls of Ibiza (01) 26 using Blue Layette and 26 using Cerise. between Rounds 2 and 3 using straight
Q A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook Make a magic loop. stitches. Sew each Ear over the posts of Round
Q Polyester stuffing Round 1 (RS) Ch3 (counts as tr throughout), 5, making sure the faces look symmetrical.
Q Black stranded cotton tr into the loop, (ch2, 2tr) 5 times, ch2, ss to
For yarn stockists contact top of beg ch-3. [12 sts, 6 ch-2 sps] TO MAKE UP BLANKET
DMC 01924 231669 Round 2 Ch3, *tr in each st to ch-2 sp, (tr, ch2, Pair up each Bear Motif with a Hexagon Motif
www.dmc.com tr) in ch-sp; rep from * around, ss to top of of the same colour. Place them together with
beg ch-3 to join. [24 tr, 6 ch-2 sps] RS facing out.
TENSION Rounds 3-5 As Round 2. [60 tr, 6 ch-2 sps] Whipstitch the Motifs together using the
Each Hexagon measures Fasten off and weave in ends. same colour yarn, stuffing lightly as you go.
10cm (4in) across Pair up the remaining Hexagon Motifs and
BEAR MOTIF (MAKE 19) whipstitch together, stuffing lightly as you go.
MEASUREMENTS Repeat the instructions for the Hexagon
Blanket measures 60x70cm Motif, using Ibiza for Round 1. JOIN MOTIFS
(23½x27½in) For Rounds 2-5, make 5 using Salome, 4 using Weave in any remaining ends.
Cerise, 4 using Blue Layette and 6 using Rose You should now have 58 stuffed Motifs. Using
ABBREVIATIONS Layette. the image as a guide, lay out the Motifs in rows
dc join Work a standard dc st into of 6 and 7, keeping all the Bear Motifs facing up.
the sts of 2 Motifs to join EARS (MAKE 38) Using Ibiza, dc join all the Motifs together
For a full list, see page 92 Make 2 for each Bear Motif, using the same with RS facing, so the seam appears at the
colour used for Rounds 2-5. top of the Blanket.
Make a magic loop.
Round 1 (RS) Ch3, 7tr into the loop, ss to top BORDER
of beg ch-3. Fasten off. [8 tr] Join Ibiza in any st around edge of Blanket.
Round 1 Ch1 (does not count as a st), *dc into
TO MAKE UP BEARS each st to next ch-2 sp, 2dc into ch-2 sp; repeat
Using black stranded cotton and the images from * around, ss to top of first dc to join.
as a guide, embroider a nose and mouth onto Fasten off and weave in all ends.

GOOD READ
Jane’s grandmother
kickstarted her
passion for crochet
A life of yarn
Award-winning designer and author Jane Crowfoot talks about
her inspirations and challenges, and her plans for 2019
aving always been surrounded by Consultant for Rowan at the time and was organic way is the major appeal of the craft
H craft as a child, it was only natural

that Jane Crowfoot would find her
feet as a crochet designer. “My
great-grandmother was an avid
crocheter,” says Jane. “I loved how she
used to arrange her squares on her lap
while she planned her blanket layouts.
able to attend workshops provided by them
to perfect her skills. In 2010, she was asked to
author The Ultimate Crochet Bible by Collins
and Brown, “A book that I think is all the
better for the fact that I was a relatively new
crocheter!” Jane admits.
for me. I love the fact that when I start
thinking and playing, I often have little idea
of what I am going to end up with, so I guess
my early designs were simply a manifestation
of my messing around with yarn and hook.”
MAGPIE WORKFLOW
And as a little one, I was particularly ORGANIC GROWTH Jane takes inspiration for her beautiful
attracted to her yarn bits, and her button Jane’s first crochet pattern collection of her designs from things she comes across in
box.” However, it wasn’t until later in life own designs was quite simple and focused everyday life – describing herself as “a bit of a
when she was studying for her degree in on beaded stitches. The set included a range magpie”. She saves images from all over the
Textile Design at Winchester School of Art of cushion covers and a beaded table runner place, interior magazines and art galleries,
that Jane learnt the basic techniques. – sticking to a basic stitch like double crochet taking note of everything around her she
“Even at this time, I was still very much a and making patterns out of the beads was finds aesthetically pleasing – a colour palette
beginner,” she explains. “I could only do very something she found gratifying and quite in a photograph here, a geometric pattern on
basic stitches in order to add simple edgings easy as she didn’t have to push her skills too a carpet there. She then takes the elements,
to my garments. I didn’t really get to grips much. “The thing I have always loved about and plays with stitch combinations and
with the craft properly until about 10 years crochet is the fact that it is brilliantly portable patterns. “I also love looking at greeting
ago when its popularity started to gain and easy to play with – starting small in order cards, postcards and wallpaper samples for
momentum.” Jane was working as a Design to create something far bigger in a really surface pattern ideas. I often look at existing
GOOD READ
Jane’s original
Delft blanket
design
textile designs, too, and am particularly had wider implications. “Winning the British mean that crocheters can find what they are
drawn to sari designs and kelims. My finished Craft Award was huge for me because I felt looking for more easily than when they had
designs are often influenced by more than that it finally gave recognition to the growing to browse through our retail site. Hopefully,
just one thing – some designs come quickly, craft of crochet and firmly put it on the map, they will be able to find great hints, tips and
while others can take months!” so to speak. Since then, many other techniques as well as inspirational ideas and
awards have included more information
DISCOVERING DELFT crochet as a about my new and
One of Jane’s most beautiful and well-known
designs is the Delft blanket. Having always
prize category
and I think that is
“STARTING SMALL IN ORDER TO existing designs.”
been a fan of blue and white pottery designs, really cool!” (We’ll be CREATE SOMETHING FAR BIGGER IS CREATIVE RECHARGE
Jane wanted the pattern of the blanket to
reflect this, but to remain relatively simple at
announcing 2019’s
winner soon, too!) A MAJOR APPEAL OF CROCHET” With such a busy
lifestyle and lots of
the same time; keeping the motifs consistent, exciting business
but mixing up the order of shades to create a NEW YEAR PLANS developments in the pipeline, Jane knows
more interesting layout. “I love Cornishware With the whirlwind of highs that have how important it is to take time to focus on
striped jugs and as a child I remember many happened over Jane’s career, it’s safe to say the craft itself, to research new design ideas
older family members having Willow pattern that 2019 is set to bring yet more adventures. and get inspired. “I do often feel like we are
dinner services. A few years ago I was looking “We have some exciting plans ahead for playing catch up, so over the forthcoming
at the new fashion design trends and saw 2019, including the new Janie Crow branded year I am hoping to find more time to really
that British brand Preen had focused on website – an offshoot of our retail site, which focus on some new design work at the studio.
Delftware for their Spring/Summer collection. I hope will help people differentiate between I have an urge to design a new Crochet Along
Justin Thornton, who designs the Preen my own work and that of other designers and project and have a budding idea for a new
brand alongside his wife Thea Bregazzi, was yarn brands which we also promote. The new book, so let’s wait and see what happens…”
in the same year as me at art school, so I often site, which launches this month, will include Watch this space!
look at and admire their work. Anyway, the my blog and lifestyle pages, free technique Written by Colette Earley
collection was really fabulous and led me to downloads, links to our YouTube channel, Turn the page to read about our exclusive
look at the iconic traditional Delft pottery patterns and books to buy, stockist lists and competition with Janie Crow and Stylecraft, to
designs from The Netherlands.” of course, information about all my designs. create a whole new colour palette for Jane’s
Separating the brand out in this way should Delft blanket for 2019!
TAKE A BOW
In 2018, Jane was awarded the Crochet
Designer of the Year award at the British Craft
Awards from Immediate Media. “I knew I had
A few of her favourite things
When Jane’s not crocheting…
been shortlisted for it, but when I looked at
“I love the gym – spin sessions in particular – and do quite a lot of
the other finalists and saw that I was listed
walking too. I also love spending my free time baking and have a
alongside some huge names in the crochet
sourdough bread-making habit – it is my therapy!”
world, it really hit me how big a deal it was!”
Visit Jane’s website at www.janiecrow.co.uk to read her blog and
While the accolade was a huge personal
browse the yarn, patterns and books available in her store
achievement for Jane, she also felt the prize

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DELFT COMPETITION
Get creative with colour and design a brand new palette for Jane Crowfoot’s Delft
blanket pattern! The winning idea will be made into an exclusive yarn pack that will
go on sale in 2019. The winner will get a yarn pack and a £150 cash prize!
ack in 2016, Jane Crowfoot released a
B pattern for a beautifully elegant

blanket, inspired by the blue and cream
Delftware pottery from The
Netherlands. For Jane, it was a trip
down memory lane to afternoon tea with
her Great Auntie. Delftware often features
flowers and birds and is famous for its
ExcLuSive
ComPeTitIon
with Janie Crow
& Stylecraft
quality and intricate designs.
“I am still so pleased with the outcome of
my Delft blanket design,” enthuses Jane,
“I love the way the octagon motifs create the
idea of tessellating decorated plates.” The
pattern has become hugely popular as both
a challenging project for crocheters and a
beautiful finished product. For 2019, this
iconic design is getting a total colour refresh.
STYLECRAFT IN THE MIX

For 2019, Stylecraft, Jane and Simply Crochet
have got together to launch a competition
where you can design your own colour
palette using shades from Stylecraft’s DK
range of yarn. “This design has so much scope
in regards to colour combinations,” says Jane,
“I am intrigued to know what it could look like
using completely different yarn palettes.”
“I find it fascinating how recolouring a
design can completely change the way it
looks. With this in mind I thought it would be
fun to invite you to colour in a chart
representation of one of the motifs to see the PriZeS how to EntEr
what wonderful ideas you can come up with!“ One overall winner will receive a prize Using a maximum of eight colours and
of £150 and the final Stylecraft DK pack your own trusty pencils or pens, colour in
to make the Delft blanket in their own the motif chart on page 67 using the mini
colour palette. The two runners-up charts overleaf as your guide to the
will each receive a prize of £50 plus a different areas – do not colour in the grey
yarn colour pack. Later on in the year, areas. There are many fabulous shades in
all three finalists and their names and the Stylecraft range of DK yarns for
colour inspiration will appear in Simply inspiration. Once your motif chart is
Crochet magazine. coloured in, fill in the colour key and list
your colour usage for each round.
An entry pack with the main motif
chart, mini chart guides and entry forms
is available to download from
www.janiecrow.co.uk/delft, or you can
use the form over the page.
DELFT COMPETITION
HelPful MotIfS
To make the colouring in process easier, Jane
has provided you with a series of mini-motif
charts with the round to be coloured shown
in black, and previously coloured rounds
coloured in grey. Start with round 1 and
colour the rounds in order. Remember not all
the stitches on each round are visible (some
of them are behind other stitches) and each
round should be coloured in a single colour. Round 1 Round 2
Round 3 Round 4 Round 5 Round 6
ENTRY FORM
1. ChoOse Your ColOurs 2. ColOur in Your MotIf!

The original Delft Crochet Blanket is made up Unleash your creativity and enjoy some
of a single motif, plus a half motif, worked in mindful colouring in! Simply colour in the
three colourways: Dark, Medium and Light. motif chart to create your own version of the
One colour is worked in each round, and each Delft blanket design. Don’t colour in the grey
colourway uses all the yarns in different areas! You can photocopy this page or
rounds and amounts. You can select up to download the printable entry pack (see
eight colours for your motif, these do not below) then pop it in the post to the
need to correspond to Stylecraft yarn shades competition entry address along with your
at this stage. written entry form on the next page. The
competition closes on 15 February 2019, but
you can enter as many times as you like, so go
RemEmber to on, what are you waiting for?
use a MaxImum
of 8 ShaDeS!
3. RecOrd the ColOurs

Used for Each RouNd!
Note the shades you have used for each round by
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correspond to the motifs opposite. For more inspiration from Jane Crowfoot
and the entry form in a printable format,
head to www.janiecrow.co.uk/delft. Please
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 note that entries will need to be sent in by
post, digital copies will not be considered.
11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 Either the magazine entry form or the
downloadable form will be accepted.

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4. Fill in Your DetAils THE JUDGES

COLOUR IN THE MOTIF OVERLEAF, FILL IN THIS FORM AND SEND TO:
Janie Crow Design Studio, Delft competition, Hadley House, 17 Park Road, Barnet EN5 5RY A panel of judges (see below) will
Photocopies of these forms or the form in the downloadable pack will be accepted. choose their five favourite colour
palettes from all the entries received by
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Your motif title:
be contacted so that they know they will
be in with a chance of winning!
The Delft motifs will be made up in
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Shades used (up to 8 colours):
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A little detail on the inspiration for your colour palette: favourites. Once the votes are counted
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‘Hue’ means a colour, and ‘shade’, ‘tone’ and ‘tint’ apply to variations on that
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Shade Tone Tint

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Red HAPPY FAMILIES:
RED AND PINK
hile I’m not saying I wouldn’t religions, revolutions, wars, weddings and
Kate Bru ning

aka @greedyforcolou r
W be horrified to find myself in
Margaret Atwood’s dystopian
world of The Handmaid’s Tale
(where fertile women are assigned to
high-ranking couples to bear children
art. All the while, tugging at its shirtsleeve, is
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and adding a pop of colour to décor. And yet
they work so well together, balancing depth
with brightness. Ah, families…
for them), the red of their compulsory
robes… it makes me swoon. The deep, COLOUR FACTS: RED
COLOUR
rich raspberry colour, based on Cochineal dye is extracted from the
Renaissance art where Mary Magdalene eponymous scaled insect and was used for
THEORY
wore red and the Virgin Mary blue, is so fabric up until the 19th century. It is now used
perfect it would take me a few minutes to as a natural food dye, replacing potentially
cast aside the offending garment. carcinogenic synthetic red dyes.
Red has long been symbolic of both Not all mammals can detect red and green.
positive and negative associations. In ancient One theory as to why we can is so that we
Analogous Egypt it represented not only vitality and could tell if fruit was ripe. Reduced sensitivity
colours like victory, but also destruction and evil. In to reds and greens is the most common form
purple, red and Christianity it has at different times of colour blindness.
red-orange sit
side by side on represented both the saint and the sinner! A fear of blushing or the colour red is
he colour wheel; This is why I find pink so amusing. Red has known as ‘erythrophobia’.
complementary paraded through time, inserting itself into A study from 2005 found that sports
green sits people have a higher chance of winning
opposite red
when wearing red.
An analogous scheme uses three

colours sitting together on the
wheel, creating a harmonious
palette that has more contrast
and variation than a simple
monochrome scheme which uses
different shades of a single
colour. For her blanket, Kate
has married red with vivid pink
and peach, a muted tint of red.
d
So many flavou rs an
These toning shades act as a
support to each other, so that Tone down the heat of
each one stands out as an tones to ch oose from! red and the effect is
individual while blending
together as a harmonious unit. rath er cool
MORE COLOUR SCHEMES TO TRY
Kate’s pick of + + = Like

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her blanket makes Burgundy Mushroom Cardinal Red and green
for a vivid combo.
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Chilli Candy Papaya
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Get more inspiration from the Yarn and Colors range at www.yarnandcolors.com with vivid red
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Get ready for spring with Kate’s vivid
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RED BLANKET
Your décor won’t know what hit it when dc in next 2 sts, htr into next st, 2htr into next
A BIT you introduce this granny square blanket st, htr into next st, 2dc into next st, 2dc into
TRICKY with its vibrant shades of red. The floral ch-2 sp, ss into same ch-sp; repeat from * 4
4PLY 3.5MM motifs are just what we need to brighten times more. Fasten off. [40 dc, 20 htr]
WEIGHT HOOK
our senses in the transition from winter to Join Lollipop into the top of any st from
spring, and these ones certainly do the job Round 5.
of bringing cheer to our surroundings. Round 8 (WS) Ch3, 2tr in st at base of ch-3,
YOU WILL NEED *skip 2 sts, 3tr in next st, skip 2 sts, (3tr, ch2,
Q Yarn and Colors Must-Have NOTES 3tr) into next st, skip 2 sts, 3tr into next st;
(100% cotton, 50g/125m) The Blanket is made up of 108 Square Motifs, repeat from * 3 times more, omitting last 3tr,
15 balls of Lollipop (036) joined together at the end. ss to top of beg ch-3 to join. [16 3-tr cluster,
13 balls of Cardinal (031) 4 ch-2 sp]
5 balls of Peach (042) SQUARE MOTIF (MAKE 108) Rounds 9-10 Ss into space between 3-tr
1 ball of Anthracite (099) Using a 3.5mm hook and Anthracite, make a clusters, ch3, 2tr into same sp, *3tr into each
Q A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook magic loop. sp between 3-tr cluster to next ch-2 sp, (3tr,
Q A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook Round 1 (RS) Ch1 (does not count as st ch2, 3tr) into ch-2 sp; repeat from * around, ss
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Yarn and Colors join. 4 ch-2 sps]
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MEASUREMENTS sts, (FPtr into next tr, tr into space between Join all Motifs together in the same way so
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(49½x37¾in) join. [24 sts]
Round 4 Ch1, FPdc around first st, (ch2, skip 1 BORDER
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post of st indicated, working from Join Cardinal into an ch-2 sp. *(3tr into each sp between 3-tr clusters, tr
the front, yrh and pull up a loop, Round 5 (WS) Ch3, 2tr into same ch-sp, 3tr into ch-2 sp before dc joining seam, 2tr in
(yrh, pull through 2 loops on the into each ch-sp around, ss to top of beg ch-3 ch-2 sp after dc joining seam) across to ch-2
hook) 3 times to join. [36 sts] corner sp, (3tr, ch2, 3tr) into corner; repeat
For a full list, see page 92 Round 6 *FPss around first st, ch2, tr into fl of from * around, ss to top of beg ch-3 to join.
next st, FPdtr around same st, FPdtr around Rounds 2-4 Ss into ch-2 corner sp, ch3, (2tr,
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A NEW WAY TO CREATE BEAUTIFUL PIECES OF FELT
You might already know how to felt using the

washing machine, or by hand using hot,
soapy water. What you may not know, is that
you can also felt in the tumble dryer – and
that it’s really easy!
The process is very similar to felting in the
washing machine, but it’s easier, quicker and
requires a lot less input from you. You don’t
need to do much (if any) rubbing and you
can just leave the piece to felt by itself in the
tumble dryer, just checking on its progress
every 15-20 minutes. It’s a perfect method for
even the busiest of crocheters!
We’ll explain just what you need to do,
step by step, and then you can use your
new-found skills to make our felted purse
puRse p83 project on page 83.
What do I need to know before I start?

Here’s a quick refresher of the basics of felting…
BEFORE AFTER
The first rule of felting is to use a yarn made up of animal fibres, 01
such as sheep’s wool or alpaca. Don’t use a ‘superwash’ wool
because it will have been treated to resist felting. If the ball band
states ‘hand wash in cold water’, that’s a good sign that it will
felt. The secret to felting is that animal fibres have cuticles along
the length, which open when wet and hot. Soap adds lubrication,
allowing the fibres to run over each other more easily, while
agitation or rubbing helps the fibres to mat together.
You can use any yarn weight for felting, but be aware that the
process makes a thick fabric even thicker. Simple stitches work best,
such as double or treble crochet – some colourwork and textured 02
patterns will look good, but most stitch definition disappears during
felting. The best hook size to use depends on the yarn and stitches
you choose. With double crochet, use a larger hook size than usual for
the weight of yarn so the fibres have more space to rub together;
treble stitches, meanwhile, are naturally more loose, so use a standard
hook size for the yarn weight.
The key to felting is experimentation, so make test swatches to see
how different yarns and stitches look after felting and therefore
which one is best for the project. We used a tumble dryer to felt
various swatches – in our experiments, double crochet felt (Swatch 1) 03
was thicker and denser than treble felt, but it had a tendency to curl
and become distorted in shape. Treble felt (Swatch 2) was flatter and
quicker to crochet because it had fewer stitches. The 100% wool yarn
(Swatch 2) felted quickly into a thick, dense fabric, while the 100%
alpaca yarn (Swatch 3) took longer to felt but was softer. The alpaca
felt still had some stitch definition and tiny holes, which meant it
had good stretch and drape.
How do I felt in the tumble dryer?
Here’s a quick refresher of the basics of felting…
To start the adventures with tumble dryer the piece’s measurements, so you can Step 7 Lift the piece out of the water and let
felting, you need a crochet piece to felt. You reproduce the results and compare the the excess drip off into the bowl – but don’t
can use a spare swatch from your stash, or before and after sizes. throw the soapy water away. Place the piece
make one (we used the purse project from Step 2 Place some water in the bowl or sink. in an old pillowcase or pouch made of cotton
page 83). Choose any wool or alpaca yarn, or Since you’re going to put the piece in a hot fabric (cotton won’t felt in the tumble dryer).
a blend of the two fibres. Using a hook tumble dryer, the water can be cold. Put the old, dry towels underneath the pouch
suitable for the yarn weight, make 10 treble Step 3 Add a mild soap or detergent to the if you need to absorb drips.
stitches and work six rows. The piece should water – we used a small pump of a gentle Step 8 Fold over the top of the old pillowcase
be vaguely square. hand soap. or pouch and secure with a safety pin.
Now assemble everything you need. Step 4 Create a little lather by swishing the Step 9 Place the pillowcase or pouch into the
Just like wet felting, you’ll need some water water and soap around with your hand. tumble dryer. Take the old towels and make
in a sink or bowl (a bowl makes it easier to Step 5 Place the piece in the water – it will them wet with just water (you don’t need
transport the wet fabrics to the tumble naturally want to float so hold it under the soap). Squeeze the towels a little so they’re
dryer). You also need an old pillowcase or surface for around a minute or squeeze the not dripping. Place the wet towels into the
pouch made of cotton fabric, plus some water into the fabric. When you let go, the tumble dryer as well – these will add
old cotton bath towels (two big towels or piece will still float, but the majority of it agitation to the felting mix and help to rub
three small towels). should sit under the water by itself. the fibres together. Make sure the dryer is on
Step 1 Take the fabric and make sure it’s Step 6 Let the piece soak for five minutes its highest heat setting. Set the timer for
finished – weave in the ends and work any so the fibres have time to become fully around 90 minutes, than press the start
seaming that needs to be done. Always make saturated with water, though you don’t want button and set another timer for 20 minutes.
a note of the yarn and hook you used, and to let the dye to run. Turn over for what to do next…
01 02 03
04 05 06
07 08 09

or k s hop
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How do I know when it’s felted?

Just relax and put your feet up while the piece felts by itself…
Now that the crochet piece is in the tumble which should still be wet. Press the start little or no stitch definition, but the look is
dryer you can relax for 20 minutes while you button and set a timer for 20 minutes again. totally your choice. If you’re aiming for a
wait for the next step. But don’t forget that Step 2 Repeat Step 1 until the piece has certain size, stop felting when you get there.
timer! Here’s what to do next. felted as much as you want. Make sure the Our purse needed about 80 minutes in total.
Step 1 After 20 minutes, take the pouch out towels are still damp and wet them down Step 3 After felting, the piece will probably
of the dryer and have a look at the piece – it again if needed. Make sure the dryer’s timer still have some moisture in it – this is natural
should have started to felt and some of the still has plenty of ‘hot time’ on it – some and will actually help by allowing you to pull
water will have evaporated. Dunk it into the dryer timers have a cool setting for the final or block the fabric a little, into the desired
bowl of soapy water to make it wet again. 10 minutes. While you’re checking the piece, shape. Place the piece on a radiator or in a
There’s no need to soak it this time though. you can rub the fabric in specific areas if you sunny window to dry fully – this can take a
Place it back in the pouch and pop it back need to help the felting process along a bit. day or two. You can work additional seaming
into the tumble dryer with the old towels, You’re aiming for a dense, fuzzy fabric with or sewing after felting, such as adding a zip.
01 02 03
How does the shrink factor work?

Here’s the easy way to tackle the maths involved in felting…
After felting, the fabric will have shrunk, explain what to do for stitches, then just how big to crochet an item to achieve a specific
usually more widthways than lengthways repeat the process for rows. size after felting. For example, if you want a
because there’s more space between stitches To calculate the shrink factor for stitches, rug that’s 120cm across after felting, work
than rows. Calculating the ‘shrink factor’, or make a 10tr x 6-row swatch and note: 120 ÷ 0.77 = 156cm before felting. Use this
how much a fabric will shrink during felting, Measurement after felting (e.g. 10cm) figure to calculate how many stitches you
is vital to being able to make an item the divided by measurement before felting need to achieve 156cm, by working: Desired
size you want. This starts with swatching. (e.g. 13cm) = shrink factor (0.77). size (156) ÷ swatch size before felting (13)
(If you’re making an item where the finished You can use the shrink factor to work out the = Making ratio (12). Then work: Making
size is not important then you don’t need to size of the item after felting. For example, ratio (12) x stitches in swatch (10) = Stitches
worry about any of this!) The shrink factor with a rug that’s 145cm across before felting, needed (120). So, you’d need 120 stitches for
is different for stitches than rows, so you work 145 x 0.77 = 112cm across after felting. the rug. Follow the same process to work out
need to make two sets of calculations. We’ll You can also use the shrink factor to work out the number of rows for your desired size.
BEFORE AFTER SHRINK FACTORS

13cm
11cm
0.85
Written by Becky Sksue
13cm 10cm 0.77
FELTED PURSE
Heartfelt
Use your new skills to hook up this cute zip-up purse
with a sweet popcorn heart motif. By Becky Skuse

FELTED PURSE
Designer Becky Skuse says: “Give a piece of next popcorn, popcorn in next tr, tr in each of
EASY your heart to someone special with this next 18 tr.
PEASY pretty felted purse. It’s the perfect notions Row 8 Ch3, tr in each of next 16 tr, popcorn in
DK 4MM store for a craft lover, a sturdy make-up case next tr, tr in next popcorn, tr in each of next 2 tr,
WEIGHT HOOK
for a glam lady or a sweet holiday purse for a popcorn in next tr, tr in next popcorn, popcorn
jetsetter. It’s easy to work with trebles and in next tr, tr in each of next 2 tr, tr in next
popcorn stitches, using just one ball of popcorn, popcorn in next tr, tr in each of next
YOU WILL NEED DROPS Lima wool and alpaca yarn. This 17 tr. [41 tr, 4 popcorn]
Q DROPS Lima (65% wool, blend gives you the best of both fibres, for a Row 9 Ch3, tr in each of next 16 tr, tr in next
35% alpaca, 50g/100m) purse that felts really easily, but still feels popcorn, popcorn in next tr, tr in next tr,
1 ball of Red (3609) lovely and soft when it’s finished.” popcorn in next tr, tr in next popcorn, tr in next
Q A 4mm (US G/6) hook tr, tr in next popcorn, popcorn in next tr, tr in
Q Zip, 20cm NOTES next tr, popcorn in next tr, tr in next popcorn, tr
For yarn stockists contact Please refer to the Workshop feature on the in each of next 17 tr.
Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 preceding pages when making this Purse. Rows 10-11 Ch3, tr in each st across. Fasten off.
www.woolwarehouse.co.uk When you work into the top of a popcorn on
subsequent rows, work into the ch1 and skip PURSE BACK
TENSION the loop of the popcorn that lies next to it. With RS facing, join Red into first ch of
Tension is not critical for this project The Purse Back is worked into the back of the foundation ch.
foundation ch. Row 1 (RS) Ch3 (counts as first tr), tr in each ch
MEASUREMENTS across. [45 tr]
Before felting: 11.5x26.5cm PURSE FRONT Row 2 (WS) Ch3, tr in each tr across.
(4½x10½in) Using Red, ch47. Rows 3-11 Repeat Row 2 to create a plain back.
After felting: 9.5x21cm (3¾x8¼in) Row 1 (RS) Tr in fourth chain from hook, tr in Alternatively, repeat Rows 3-11 as given for the
each ch to end, turn. [45 tr] Front if you’d like the Heart Motif on both sides.
ABBREVIATIONS Row 2 (WS) Ch3 (counts as first tr throughout), Fasten off and weave in ends.
popcorn 6tr into st indicated, tr in each st across.
remove hook from the working TO MAKE UP
loop, insert hook into the top of the WORK HEART MOTIF Fold Purse in half so that Row 11 of Front and
first tr in this group working from Row 3 Ch3, tr in next 21 tr, popcorn in next tr, tr Back align at top. Sew the sides together.
the front of the st on RS rows and in each of next 22 tr. [44 tr, 1 popcorn]
the back of the st on WS rows, insert Row 4 Ch3, tr in each of next 20 tr, popcorn in FELT THE PURSE
hook back into working loop, pull next tr, tr in next popcorn, popcorn in next tr, tr Felt the Purse in a tumble dryer, following the
the working loop through top of in each of next 21 sts. [43 tr, 2 popcorn] instructions in the Workshop feature on the
first tr, ch1 to close Row 5 Ch3, tr in each of next 19 tr, popcorn in preceding pages.
For a full list, see page 92 next tr, tr in next popcorn, tr in next tr, tr in next
popcorn, popcorn in next tr, tr in each of next ATTACH THE ZIP
20 tr. Pin the zip in place at the top of the Purse. Start
Row 6 Ch3, tr in each of next 18 tr, popcorn in pinning from the zip end, and if you have any
next tr, tr in next popcorn, tr in each of next 3 tr, extra length at the stopper end, just tuck this
tr in next popcorn, popcorn in next tr, tr in each inside the Purse. Sew in place.
of next 19 tr. If the zip isn’t quite long enough for the Purse
Row 7 Ch3, tr in each of next 17 tr, popcorn in opening, pin it in place at the centre of the
next tr, tr in next popcorn, tr in each of next 2 opening and sew the top sides together up
tr, popcorn in next tr, tr in each of next 2 tr, tr in to the zip.
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stitches and techniques that you’ll use every time you pick up a hook
HOLDING THE HOOK HOLDING THE YARN

Try these methods and see which works best Even tension results in even stitches
PENCIL METHOD KNIFE METHOD METHOD ONE METHOD TWO

Hold the hook like a pencil, in Hold the hook between your Pass the ball end of the yarn Loop the ball end of the yarn
your right hand (if you’re thumb and forefinger, about between the little finger and loosely around the little finger
right-handed), about 3-5cm 3-5cm from the hooked end, third fingers of your left hand of your left hand, then take it
from the hooked end. If your resting the end of the hook (if you are right-handed), then over the third finger, behind the
hook has a flat area, you’ll find it against your palm. This will behind the third and middle middle finger and over your
comfortable to hold it here. give you lots of control. fingers, over your index finger. index finger.
MAKING A SLIPKNOT The first loop on the hook
1 Hold the tail of the ball of 2 Hold the loop between left 3 Catch the ball end of the 4 Pull both ends of the yarn to
yarn in your left hand and thumb and forefinger, then yarn with the hook and pull it tighten the knot, then pull just
drape the yarn clockwise over insert the crochet hook back through the centre of the the ball end to tighten the
the top of it to form a loose, through the centre of the loop loop, taking the yarn through loop so it’s close to the hook,
circular loop. from front to back. with it. but not touching it.
CHAIN STITCH Use this stitch to make your foundation chain How to count chains
1
9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2
Each chain or loop counts as

one stitch. Never count your
1 Hold the hook in your right 2 Pull the hook towards the 3 This is what your row of first slipknot or the loop on
hand, and both the yarn end slipknot, catching the yarn in chains will look like. Hold the the hook (called the working
and the working yarn in your the hook, and pulling it through chain with your left hand near loop). So that you can be
left hand. Move the hook under the slipknot loop. This forms the hook, to keep the tension. accurate, make sure the
and over the yarn to wrap it your first chain (ch) stitch. Keep going until you have the chain is not twisted and that
around anticlockwise. Repeat steps 1 and 2 to form a number of chains that’s stated the front is facing you.
chain length. in your pattern.

SLIP STITCH (ss) WORKING IN ROWS
This stitch has no height – often used to join rounds Follow these simple rules to construct crochet fabric
1 The slip stitch is used to join 2 Pull the yarn through the 1 The first row is made by 2 For the next row, first make
a length of chain into the chain stitch (as shown) and working across the the turning chain for the stitch
round. Insert the hook from then the loop already on the foundation chain from right to you’re about to work (see
front to back into the first hook to make a slip stitch. You left. At the end of the chain or opposite). Now work the next
chain you worked. Wrap yarn can also work this stitch into row, turn the work so that the stitch into the top of the
round the hook (yrh) in an each stitch along a row to yarn is behind the hook. stitches on your first row,
anticlockwise direction. form a neat edging. missing the first stitch.
DOUBLE CROCHET (dc) US term: single crochet

One of the key stitches in crochet, doubles are simple, compact stitches that form a dense fabric
1 To make a double crochet 2 Wind the yarn around the 3 Pull the yarn through the 4 Yarn round hook again, then
stitch, insert the hook under hook (yrh). stitch, giving you two loops pull the yarn through both
the top two loops of the next on your crochet hook. loops. There’s your double
stitch on the previous row. crochet made and you’ll have
one loop left on the hook,
ready to do the next stitch.
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
1 To make a half treble crochet 2 Insert the hook under the 3 Pull the yarn through the 4 Yarn round hook again, pull
stitch, work to where you top two loops of the next stitch only (3 loops on hook). the yarn through all 3 loops.
want the htr and then wind stitch in the previous row. You’ve made a half treble
the yarn round the hook (yrh). Wrap yarn around the hook crochet. Continue working htr
again (yrh). into next and following sts to
the end of the row.
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TREBLE CROCHET (tr) US term: double crochet

One of the most popular stitches in crochet, this simple stitch is twice as high as a double crochet stitch
1 To work a treble crochet, 2 Wrap the yarn around the 3 You will now have 3 loops on 4 You will now have 2 loops
start by winding yrh and then hook (yrh) and pull the yarn the hook. Yrh again, and draw on the hook. Yrh again and
insert the hook under the top through the stitch only. the yarn through just the first draw the yarn through the
two loops of the stitch on the 2 loops on the hook. remaining loops on the
previous row. hook. Your treble crochet
is complete.
DOUBLE TREBLE CROCHET (dtr) TRIPLE TREBLE CROCHET (ttr)

US term: treble crochet US term: double treble crochet
This is a stitch regularly used Yrh and pull the yarn through This is one of the longest loops only. Repeat from † 3
as an elongated version of the 2 loops only (2 loops on hook). standard crochet stitches and is times more and your triple
treble (described above). It’s 4 Yrh and pull the yarn through mainly used in fancy stitch treble will be finished. Repeat
worked in a very similar way to the remaining 2 loops. Repeat patterns. It’s taller than a double from * to make more ttr sts.
the treble, as follows: from * to make more dtr sts. treble crochet stitch (described 4 To make the next row, turn
1 Make a foundation chain. Skip 5 To make the next row of dtr, left) and is worked in a very work and ch5. This turning chain
4ch, *yrh twice, and insert the turn work and ch4. This turning similar way, as follows: counts as the first triple treble in
hook under the top loop of the chain counts as the first dtr in a 1 Make a foundation ch. Skip 5 a new row. Skip first st at base of
next ch. new row. Skip first st at the base ch, *yrh 3 times, insert hook the t-ch. Work 1 triple treble,
2 Yrh, pull the yarn through the of the t-ch, work 1dtr under the under top loop of next ch. inserting hook under the top 2
ch loop only (4 loops on hook). top two loops of the 2nd stitch 2 Yrh, pull yarn through ch loop loops of the 2nd st in the
3 Yrh and pull the yarn through in the previous row; continue to only (5 loops on hook). previous row; continue to the
2 loops only (3 loops on hook). the end of the row. 3 † Yrh, draw loop through 2 end of the row.
TURNING CHAIN (t-ch) How to count stitches

For an even finish, start each row with a turning chain Check your work is correct
In crochet, you need to add table below tells you how many Being able to count
turning chains (t-chs) to the t-ch sts form the first stitch. *For your stitches is very
beginning of rows. The reason dc, usually the turning chain important and helps
for this is to bring the hook up to does not count as a stitch, and you to ensure that
the height of the stitches you’re the first stitch of the row is you’re following a 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
crocheting. Each basic stitch has worked into the stitch at the base pattern correctly. It’s
its own number of chains. The of the turning chain. a good idea to count
your stitches at the
end of every row. To
Skip at For
Add to start of turning count short stitches
foundation foundation chain such as double
chain before row (counts (counts as crochet, look at the
STITCH starting row as first st) first st) plaited tops (see
Double crochet 1 ch 1 ch* 1 ch* above right). For
taller stitches, count
Half treble 1 ch 2 ch 2 ch
the upright ‘stems’ –
Treble 2 ch 3 ch 3 ch each ‘stem’ is 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
counted as a stitch
Double treble 3 ch 4 ch 4 ch
(see right).
Triple treble 4 ch 5 ch 5 ch

HOW TO CHANGE COLOUR INCREASING AND DECREASING
Create stripes and other colour effects Shaping stitches are vital for making garments
1 Before you work the final 2 Pull through a loop of the INCREASE To increase one DECREASE For a quick
yrh (yarn round hook) on the new yarn to finish the old stitch is very simple – work decrease, just skip one stitch.
last stitch of a row in the old stitch. The working loop will one stitch into the next stitch For a neater look, work the
colour, drop the old yarn and be in the new colour. on the row below. When first part of one stitch and
then pick up the new one Continue, keeping the old you’ve finished, work another then begin the next stitch.
with your hook. yarn at the wrong side. stitch into the same stitch. Finish both together.
SEWING SEAMS
You can join crochet seams by using a tapestry needle or a crochet hook, using one of these four methods
1 Sewing with a tapestry 2 To slip stitch a seam, place 3 For a dc seam, place the 4 A useful variation on the dc
needle is the regular and neat the crochet pieces right sides crochet pieces right sides seam, the dc and chain seam is
way to join seams. Place two together. *Insert hook into together, or wrong sides used when less bulk and/or
pieces of crochet right sides both edge stitches, yrh and together for a visible seam. greater flexibility is needed.
together and oversew them as pull through to complete 1 Work as for slip stitch seam, Work 1 double crochet and
shown above, using a tapestry slip stitch; rep from * working using double crochet instead 1 chain alternately.
or yarn needle. into the next edge stitches, of slip stitch.
keeping work fairly loose.
How to check your tension

Make and measure a swatch to check your tension
Most crochet patterns state the tension

required, in rows and stitches of a specific
type. Make a swatch at least 15cm square
and check that your tension matches. Place
a ruler across the swatch and insert two pins,
10cm apart. Then place the ruler along a
column of stitches and insert two pins 10cm
apart. Count the stitches and rows between
the pins – if you have less than the pattern,
your tension is too loose so you need to use
a smaller hook, but if you have too many,
use a larger hook. It’s usually better to
match the stitches than rows, because you
can always work more or fewer rows.
YOUR GUIDE
FOUNDATION RING WORKING STITCHES INTO A RING

Create a foundation ring for working in the round To make circles, tubes and other shapes
1 Make a chain the length 2 …and pull yarn through 2 1 Make a foundation ring and 2 Finish the treble as usual
stated in the pattern loops on hook. Now you’re work the t-ch (3ch for treble (yrh, pull yarn through ring,
instructions. Next, insert the ready to start crocheting in sts). Work a treble st as usual, yrh, pull yarn through first 2
crochet hook into the first the round, following the but insert hook into centre of loops, yrh, pull yarn through 2
chain. Close the ring with a instructions given right. ring. For treble sts, yrh, insert loops). Work more sts into the
slip stitch, working yrh… hook into ring. ring as needed.
MAGIC LOOP
An alternative foundation ring for working in the round
Working
yarn
Tail end
1 To start a Magic Loop, don’t 2 Now insert your hook into the 3 Make a t-ch for the sts you 4 Once you’ve worked the first
make a slipknot. Instead, make loop, from front to back. Wrap want to work (above, we made round of stitches, simply pull
a loop with the yarn, leaving a the working yarn around the 1 t-ch for dc). Work your sts the tail end of yarn to draw up
tail around 10cm long. Make hook and pull the yarn through into the Magic Loop, over the ring. Work a slip stitch to
sure the tail end is under the the loop. both the loop and the tail end join the last and first sts to finish
working yarn. (so two yarn strands). the first round (as instructed in
the guide below).
JOINING ROUNDS Rounds

Finish off each round of crochet stitches nice and neatly by using a slip stitch
or spirals
Check which technique
you need to use
Some patterns are worked
in rounds that are joined
together at the end of
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each round (see left).

Other patterns are worked
in a spiral so you don’t
1 To close a round of stitches, 2 Then place the yarn round 3 You’ve slip stitched the need to join the rounds at
work a slip stitch into the top the hook. Pull the yarn round together! Before the end, just keep going,
of the turning chain. To do through the turning chain working another round, be working into the next
this, insert the hook into the stitch and through the sure to make the required stitch on the previous row.
top stitch of the turning chain. original stitch on your hook. turning chain. Always work Amigurumi toys are often
rounds on the right side, worked in a spiral like this.
unless you pattern instructs
you otherwise.

Abbreviations Crochet hook conversions
across to end of the row htr half treble UK METRIC US
approx approximate(ly) htr2tog work 2htr together
14 2mm –
beg beginning in next sts to be worked into
bl insert hook under the same stitch 13 2.25mm B/1
back loop only inc increase
BPtr Back Post treble: LH left hand 12 2.5mm –
yrh, starting from the lp(s) loop(s) – 2.75mm C/2
back, insert hook from meas measures
back to front to back patt(s) pattern(s) 11 3mm –
around post of st in pm place marker 10 3.25mm D/3
row below, complete prev previous
as treble st qtr quadruple treble 9 3.5mm E/4
ch(s) chain/chain stitch(es) rem remain(s)/remaining
– 3.75mm F/5
ch-sp(s) chain space(s) rep repeat
ch- refers to ch made RH right hand 8 4mm G/6
previously, eg. ch-3 rnd(s) round(s)
RS right side 7 4.5mm 7
cl(s) clusters
2-tr cl (yrh, insert hook in sp/ sk skip 6 5mm H/8
st, yrh & pull up loop, sp(s) space(s)
yrh & draw through 2 ss slip stitch 5 5.5mm I/9
loops) twice, inserting st(s) stitch(es) 4 6mm J/10
hook in same sp/st, tbl through back loop
yrh & draw through all t-ch(s) turning chain(s) 3 6.5mm K/10½
loops on hook tog together
2 7mm –
cont continue tr treble crochet
dc double crochet tr2tog (yrh, insert hook in 0 8mm L/11
dc2tog (insert hook in next st, next st, yrh and pull
00 9mm M/13
yrh and draw a loop up loop, yrh and draw
through) twice, yrh through 2 loops) 000 10mm N/15
and draw through all 3 twice, yrh and draw
loops on hook through all loops on
dec decrease hook
dtr double treble crochet ttr triple treble crochet Which hook do I use?
dtr2tog work 2dtr together WS wrong side
fdc foundation dc yrh yarn round hook Hook size UK yarn weight
ftr foundation tr * work instructions
fl insert hook under immediately foll *, 2.5-3.5mm hook 4ply yarn
front loop only then rep as many
3.5-4.5mm hook double knitting yarn
foll/folls following/follows more times as directed
FPtr Front Post treble: work () work all instructions in 5-6mm hook aran yarn
in opposite way to the brackets as many
BPtr times as directed 7mm and bigger chunky yarn
HOW TO GET A PERFECT FINISH

To prevent your hard work unravelling once you’ve finished crocheting,
fasten the end off carefully, following our instructions below
UK/US conversions
UK US
Complete the final stitch, then
cut the yarn about 15cm from chain ch chain ch
the work. Pull it through the
last loop on the hook and pull slip stitch ss slip stitch ss
to close the loop. Thread the
yarn tail onto a tapestry needle double crochet dc single crochet sc
and weave into the back of the
half treble htr half double hdc
work. Most crochet items don’t
need a lot of blocking, but treble tr double dc
cotton lace work usually does.
To do this, carefully pin out the double treble dtr treble tr
item with rust-proof pins, mist
with a water spray and leave to triple treble ttr double treble dtr
dry naturally.
CHARTS
Charts & Diagrams Follow these two helpful charts when making the
mosaic crochet geometric cowl this issue
Mosaic crochet cowl, page 53
Chart 1 Chart 2
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19 24
18 23
17 22
16 21
15 20
14 19
13 18
12 17
11 16
10 15
9 14
8 13
7 12
6 11
5 10
4 9
3 8
2 7
10 5 6
Repeat 5
4
Key 3
2
Ansingh
10 5
Repeat
Lowry
Key
Ansingh
Constable

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Change colours on the last yrh of the st before
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YOU WILL NEED You will be directed to follow the chart below
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Stylecraft 01484 848435 throughout), Dc in each st across, turn. the foundation ch; repeat from * once more,
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TENSION Rows 18-20 Using Yarn E, ch1, dc in each st marked st (mark centre st), ss to first dc to join.
Tension is not critical, but it may across, turn. [600 dc]
effect yarn quantities required Change to Yarn A. Round 3 Change to Yarn B, repeat Round 2.
Row 21 Ch3 (counts as tr throughout), tr in 608 dc]
MEASUREMENTS st at base of ch-3, (skip 1 st, 2tr in next st) 48 Round 4 Ch1, reverse dc into each st around,
Blanket measures 90x70cm times, skip next st, tr in last 2 sts, turn. [100 tr] ss to first reverse dc to join.
(35¼x27¼in) Change to Yarn B.
Rows 22-25 Ch3, hbtr in each st across, turn. SURFACE CROCHET DETAIL
ABBREVIATIONS Repeat Rows 21-25 another 14 times, using the Join Yarn D with a ss around the post of any st
hbtr (herringbone tr) Yrh, insert following colours changes: from Round 1 of Border.
hook into st, yrh and pull through st Yarn C, D, E, F, B, C, D, E, F, B, C, D, E, F. Always Round 1 (RS) Surface crochet around the sts of
and loop on hook, yrh and draw use Yarn A for the Row 21 repeats. Round 1 of border, surface crochet into first st
through 1st loop on hook, yrh and Row 96 Using Yarn A, repeat Row 21. of this Round to make a neat join.
draw through both loops on hook. Change to Yarn E. Fasten off and weave in ends.
reverse dc Dc st worked clockwise Rows 97-116 Repeat Rows 1-20. Repeat Round 1, using Yarn C and working
(from left to right in the st previous) Fasten off and weave in ends. around the posts of the sts from Round 2 of
surface crochet Insert hook around the Border.
the post of st specified, bringing it BORDER
around the back of the post and Join Yarn A into the top of the last st from TO FINISH
back to the RS, yrh and pull the loop Row 116, turn so the RS is facing. Weave in any remaining ends and block to the
through, pull loop through first loop Round 1 Ch1, *3dc into first st (corner made, measurements given.
on hook mark centre st), dc in each st across to last st,
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