Innholdsfortegnelse for October 2018 i Love Crochet

Autumn is, without a doubt, our favourite season here in the Love Crochet offce – gorgeous shades of copper, chocolate, plum, burnt orange are in abundance… So, we have taken our inspiration from Mother Nature and packed this issue full of makes in these autumnal cosy colours, in celebration of the new season. We have a beautiful leaf hanging on page 46; soft and stunning granny scarf (p.52), a sweet, ready-for-fall fox, complete with cute little hat and scarf (p.18); and of course, our cover stars, the utterly adorable pair of hedgehogs (p.12). We have pages of projects to keep you crocheting all autumn, so get stuck in! Enjoy, and see you soon! PS. The next issue of Love Crochet is on sale on October 30th, 2018. If you have…

You will need ▪ Stylecraft Special DK, 100g, 1 ball in Mocha (shade 1064) Small amount of Black (shade 1002) ▪ King Cole Moments DK, 50g, 1 ball each in: Beaver (shade 497) Ginger (shade 1876) ▪ 4mm (UK 8, US G/6) hook ▪ Embroidery needle ▪ Stitch marker ▪ Toy stuffing ▪ Pins (optional) ▪ 4 x 10mm black safety eyes ▪ 2 x 10mm triangle nose Measurements ▪ Approx. 20cm (8in) tall Tension ▪ Tension is not critical for this project but must be tight Abbreviations ▪ For standard abbreviations see page 90 Real hedgehogs are undeniably sweet, but also a little bit prickly for stroking and petting! Instead, why not hook these crochet cuties, Bertie and Betty, who both sport super-soft ‘hair’ rather than spines. We hear…

You will need ▪ DROPS Safran, 50g, 1 ball each in: Black (shade 16) Beige (shade 21) Strong Yellow (shade 11) Medium Grey (shade 07) Medium Pink (shade 02) ▪ 3mm (UK 11, US C/2) crochet hook ▪ Wool and sewing needle ▪ 20cm (8in) zip ▪ Sewing thread ▪ Pins Measurements ▪ Approx. 23.5cm (9¼in) long x 8cm (3¼in) wide Tension ▪ Tension is not critical for this project but keep your stitches on the tight side to prevent holes Abbreviations ▪ For standard abbreviations see page 90 Make your mark with this brilliant pencil-shaped pencil case – a gorgeous gift for students of any age. This clever yet simple pattern recreates the classic school pencil colour, but you could mix up the shades to make a selection of…

You will need ▪ Debbie Bliss Boheme, 50g, 1 ball in Benoit (shade 09) ▪ 5mm (UK 6, US H/8) hook Tension ▪ Tension is not important for this project Abbreviations ▪ Picot: Ch2, ss to the second ch from the hook ▪ For standard abbreviations see page 90 This subtly spooky spider’s web shape is easy to hook and very versatile. Join a bunch of lacy web motifs to make a cosy scarf, shawl or blanket, or use individual ones as creepy coasters for Halloween. Boheme is a chainette yarn from Debbie Bliss, with an airy texture that makes it perfect for experimenting with motifs – we’ve used Benoit, which is a gorgeous, slightly mysterious, blend of teal green and petrol blue. WEB MOTIF Round 1 (RS) Ch8 (counts…

At the highest level freeform crochet is a beautiful art form, but it can also be as simple as creating items you want without a pattern. It can be used to create anything from art pictures to modular decorative clothing and accessories, or embellishments to add detail to your projects. There are no rules in freeform crochet, it is limited only by your imagination. You can apply tips and tricks and shaping you have learnt from pieces of other patterns. To help you on your path this article looks at a few of the basic techniques and gives you some creative prompts to help you explore focussing on creating leaves to build into an autumn centrepiece. Crochet has many advantages over knitting for freeform work; most notably, the freedom to…

You will need ▪ King Cole Bamboo Cotton DK, 100g, 1 ball in Grey (shade 552) – Yarn A Small amount in Dusty Pink (shade 618) – Yarn B ▪ 3.25mm (UK 10, US D/3) hook ▪ Tapestry needle Measurements ▪ To ft 0-6 months (6-12 months) ▪ Sole length: 9cm/3½in (10cm/4in) Tension ▪ 20 sts and 20 rows to 10cm (4in) over dc using 3.25mm (UK 10, US D/3) hook Abbreviations ▪ For standard abbreviations see page 90 These baby shoes are as sweet as they come – just the thing to welcome a precious little arrival to the world. Designer Vita Apala says: “No party is complete without these elegant pumps. The pretty pink rose is worked fat and then shaped into a tight bud before it is…

You will need ▪ DMC Woolly, 50g, 1 ball in shade 73 – Yarn A 2 balls each in: shade 72 – Yarn B shade 77 – Yarn C 3 balls in shade 54 – Yarn D ▪ 5mm (UK 6, US H/8) hook Measurements ▪ One square motif measures approx 14x14cm (5½x5½in) ▪ Finished scarf measures approx 14x210cm (5½x47in) Tension ▪ Tension is not important for this project Abbreviations ▪ For standard abbreviations see page 90 The humble granny square scarf is something of a rite of passage for any would-be crocheter. But whether you’re new to the game or well acquainted with the pleasure of granny squares, this straightforward design is a delight. It uses the softest merino yarn in a handful of bright, punchy shades that will…

You will need ▪ DROPS Karisma DK, 50g, 2 balls in Light Beige Brown (shade 55) 1 ball each in: Olive (shade 57) Blue Turquoise (shade 60) Red (shade 18) Dark Mustard (shade 52) Cerise (shade 13) ▪ 4mm (UK 8, US G/6) hook ▪ 2 stitch markers Measurements ▪ Medium (Large) Tension ▪ 21 sts and 23 rows to 10cm (4in) over double crochet using a 4mm (UK 8, US G/6) hook or size needed to obtain correct tension Abbreviations ▪ For standard abbreviations see page 90 Made from 100% wool, DROPS Karisma was first introduced in Scandinavia during the 1980s, and has been popular ever since, so it’s the perfect choice for these Scandi-style socks. You’ll work in rows and in the round to create the varied stripes…

You will need ▪ DROPS Muskat, 50g, 2 balls each in: Apple Green (shade 53) Dark Olive (shade 44) 1 ball each in: Black (shade 17) Beige (shade 23) Dark Brown (shade 75) Light Orange (shade 51) Red (shade 12) Khaki (shade 77) Pink (shade 34) Peach (shade 10) Light Brown (shade 09) White (shade 18) ▪ DROPS Paris, 1 ball each in: Army (shade 42) Strong Yellow (shade 14) Dusty Orange (shade 45) ▪ 4mm (UK 8, US G/6) hook ▪ Felt in black, pink and light blue ▪ Polyester toy stuffing Measurements ▪ Avocado: 11cm (4¼in) tall Radish: 6.5cm (2½in) tall without leaves and root Bean: 7cm (2¾) tall Lemon: 13cm (5in) long Apple: 12cm (4¾in) tall Chilli: 15cm (6in) tall Pear: 12cm (4¾in) tall Leek: 14cm (5½in)…

Holding the hook ▪ TRY THESE METHODS AND SEE WHICH WORKS BEST PENCIL METHOD Hold the hook like a pencil, in your right hand (if you’re right-handed), about 3-5cm from the hooked end. If your hook has a flat area, you’ll find it comfortable to hold it here. KNIFE METHOD Hold the hook between your thumb and forefinger, about 3-5cm from the hooked end, resting the end of the hook against your palm. This will give you lots of control. Holding the yarn ▪ EVEN TENSION RESULTS IN EVEN STITCHES METHOD ONE Pass the ball end of the yarn between the little finger and third finger of your left hand (if you are right-handed), then behind the third and middle fingers, over your index finger. METHOD TWO Loop the ball…

You will need ▪ Sirdar No.1 Chunky, 100g, 2 balls in Cloud (shade 230) ▪ Scrap of contrast neon yarn such as Sirdar Cotton 4 Ply in Guava (shade 534) (held double) ▪ 5mm (UK 6, US H/8) crochet hook ▪ Wool needle Measurements ▪ To fit approx. UK size 7 ▪ 26cm (10¼in) long x 16cm (6¼in) high Tension ▪ Tension is not critical for this project Abbreviations ▪ For standard abbreviations see page 90 With their playful pop of colour, these slippers will be a joy to make, and to wear. They’re worked in one piece from the toe up (with an afterthought heel), using half trebles – a lovely dense stitch that will give the boots durability, and also makes the project grow quickly. In fact, you…

You will need ▪ King Cole Big Value Chunky, 100g, 2 balls in Mango (shade 1746) – Yarn A 1 ball each in: Black (shade 554) – Yarn B Green (shade 833) – Yarn C ▪ 6mm (UK 4, US J/10) crochet hook ▪ Scissors ▪ Stitch marker ▪ Darning needle Measurements ▪ Approx. 32cm (12½in) wide x 33cm (13in) high Tension ▪ Tension is not critical for this project but keep your stitches on the tight side to prevent holes Abbreviations ▪ For standard abbreviations see page 90 You can almost hear the cackles of glee from little trickor-treaters as this pumpkin bag gets filled with sweets – they’ll love carrying around their Halloween haul in spook-tacular style! There’s nothing ‘tricky’ about this pattern, as it uses just three…

You will need ▪ DROPS Fabel Uni Colour, 50g, 1 ball in Off White (shade 100) – Yarn A ▪ DROPS Delight Print, 50g, 1 ball in Lilac/Green (shade 11) – Yarn B ▪ 3mm (UK 11, US C/2 or D/3) hook ▪ Stitch markers Measurements ▪ Small (Medium: Large) Tension ▪ 24 sts and 26 rounds to 10cm (4in) over dc worked in the round with a 3mm (UK 11, US C/2 or D/3) hook Abbreviations ▪ For standard abbreviations see page 90 Get started on this stunning pair of socks by Lucy Croft in plenty of time for cosy evenings by the fre. We love the fact that the main yarn is superwash treated, making it machine washable, and that it also has a softer wool quality than…

You will need ▪ Rico Essentials Cotton DK, 50g, 1 ball each in: Olive Grey (shade 81) Banana (shade 63) Pumpkin (shade 87) Curry (shade 61) Beige (shade 91) Nougat (shade 78) ▪ 4mm (UK 8, US G/6) hook ▪ 61cm (24in) wooden dowelling with a hole drilled in each end ▪ Fishing wire or thread ▪ Cord or yarn for hanging Measurements ▪ Oak and Beach Leaf: 9cm (3½in) long Maple Leaf: 7.5cm (3in) long Tension ▪ Tension is not important for this project Abbreviations ▪ Ch-3 picot: Ch3, ss in the first of those ch ▪ Lobe: (dc, 4htr, dc) in indicated stitch ▪ For standard abbreviations see page 90 Crunchy, coppery, falling leaves are one of the best things about autumn, but they’re not around for very…

You will need ▪ Sublime Baby Cashmere Merino Silk DK, 50g, 2 balls of each: Tiddles (shade 524) Vanilla (shade 003) 1 ball of each: Jelly Bean (shade 604) Tiffany (shade 357) A small amount of Teddy Red (shade 192) or any contrasting yarn ▪ 2.5mm (UK 12 or 13, US B/1 or C/2) hook ▪ Tapestry needle Measurements ▪ 27x10.5cm (10¼x4in) Tension ▪ 29 sts and 28 rows to 10cm (4in), working in two-colour pattern back and forth in rows, using a 2.5mm hook Abbreviations ▪ Dc3tog: (insert hook in next st, yrh and draw a loop through) 3 times, yrh and draw through all loops on hook ▪ Picot: Ch3, dc into the first of those ch ▪ Spiked dc: Work a dc st into the st 2…

You will need ▪ Lang Yarns Merino 120, 50g, 2 balls in Mustard (shade 34.0311) – Yarn A Sirdar Snuggly Snowfake DK, 25g, 2 balls in Beige (shade 642) – Yarn B ▪ 4mm (UK 8, US G/6) hook Measurements ▪ Head circumference: 43.5 (47.5: 52)cm (17 (18½: 20½)in) Tension ▪ 18 sts and 14 rows to 10cm (4in) over htr using a 4mm (UK 8, US G/6) crochet hook Abbreviations ▪ For standard abbreviations see page 90 Get started on baby’s winter woollies now, before the cold snap hits. Lined with a soft, fuzzy yarn, this mini trapper hat is a modern twist on a classic design, and is sure to be popular with little ones as it doesn’t have the dreaded itch factor! You could choose any shade…

You will need ▪ DROPS Big Delight, 100g, 3 balls in Wild Berries (shade 08) – Yarn A ▪ DROPS Alaska, 50g, 2 balls in Off White (shade 02) – Yarn B ▪ 5mm (UK 6, US H/8) hook ▪ 6 buttons, 2cm (¾in) in diameter ▪ A cushion pad, 46cm (18in) square Measurements ▪ 46cm (18in) square Tension ▪ 13 sts and 16 rows to 10cm (4in) over double crochet using a 5mm (UK 6, US H/8) hook Abbreviations ▪ For standard abbreviations see page 90 With its multi-coloured print and long colour repetitions, this yarn from DROPS is the perfect choice for a simple cushion design. A contrasting off-white shade lets the exciting colour combinations shine – just gorgeous! Cushion chart CUSHION Front panel Using Yarn A, ch61.…

Top of the Blogs! www.newleafdesigns.nl One of the happiest things crochet has brought Carmen Jorissen is a tribe of wonderful crafty friends. Just about every moment of her time outside work is spent crocheting, and designing crochet and knitting projects. Based in the Netherlands, Carmen shares her experiences on her blog and podcast, as well as her patterns – some of which are free to download from her blog, and others can be bought from her online shop. Carmen is an offcial Scheepjes blogger and her designs can be found on their website, too. Och aye! Fancy going on a crochet retreat near the shores of Loch Lomond in Scotland, with stunning scenery, good food and men in kilts on the doorstep? The baronial Gartmore House is set in rolling…

You will need ▪ Stylecraft Special DK, 100g, 1 ball each in: Spice (shade 1711) Black (shade 1002) Cream (shade 1005) Meadow (shade 1065) ▪ 4mm (UK 8, US G/6) crochet hook ▪ Embroidery needle ▪ Stitch marker ▪ Toy stuffing ▪ Pins (optional) ▪ 2 x 10mm black safety eyes Measurements ▪ Approx. 30cm (12in) tall Tension ▪ Tension is not critical for this project but must be tight Abbreviations ▪ For standard abbreviations see page 90 There's something very cosy and comforting about Fernando the fox. Perhaps it's his warm autumnal colours, and the way he's wrapped up warm against the chill in a scarf and hat. Although simple to crochet, there are other skills to put to use here – adding toy safety eyes, working in stripes,…

You will need ▪ Stylecraft Special DK, 100g, 1 ball each in: Fiesta (shade 1257) Citron (shade 1263) Jaffa (shade 1256) Bright Green (shade 1259) Turquoise (shade 1068) ▪ 5mm (UK 6, US H/8) hook ▪ Black felt for features ▪ Fabric or PVA glue Measurements ▪ Each ghost measures 15cm (6in) tall Tension ▪ Tension is not important for this project Abbreviations ▪ For standard abbreviations see page 90 Creeping out from their tombstones, these neon ghosts are sure to add a haunted feel to any house. Hook as many ghoulish shapes as you need, and embellish with black felt features for a spooky finish. Worked in DK yarn, this project is a fantastic ghostbuster… oops, we mean stashbuster! GHOST Make eight ghosts in varying colours using two strands…

You will need ▪ Sirdar Hayfeld Bonus DK, 100g, 1 ball each in: Rusty (shade 780) – Yarn A Moss Green (shade 792) – Yarn B Pumpkin (shade 766) – Yarn C ▪ Oddment of black DK for face ▪ 3mm (UK 11, US C/2 or D/3) hook ▪ 4mm (UK 8, US G/6) hook ▪ Stitch marker ▪ Pair of safety eyes (6mm) ▪ Polyester toy stuffing Measurements ▪ 13cm (5in) tall Tension ▪ Tension is not important Abbreviations ▪ Bobble (Yrh, insert hook in st indicated, yrh and pull up loop, yrh and draw through 2 loops) 5 times, inserting the hook in the same st each time, yrh and draw through all loops on hook ▪ For standard abbreviations see page 90 Little Oakley lives deep in…

You will need ▪ Stylecraft Alpaca DK, 100g, 1 (2: 2: 2: 2: 3) balls in Teal (shade 6018) ▪ 4mm (UK 8, US G/6) hook ▪ 4.5mm (UK 7, US 7) hook Measurements ▪ See sizing guide Tension ▪ 13sts and 8 rows to 10cm (4in) over treble crochet using a 4.5mm (UK 7, US 7) hook Abbreviations ▪ Back Post Treble (BPtr) Yrh, starting at the back, insert hook from back to front to back around the post of the indicated st, complete as for tr ▪ Front Post Treble (FPtr) Yrh, starting at front, insert hook from front to back to front around post of indicated st, complete as for tr ▪ Back Post Double treble (BPdtr) Yrh twice, starting at the back, insert hook from back…

You will need ▪ Sirdar Cotton DK, 100g, 1 ball each in: Honeysuckle (shade 508) Sundance (shade 507) Galore Red (shade 510) Cottonfield (shade 517) Blossom (shade 526) ▪ 2.5mm (UK 12/13, US B/1 or C/2) hook ▪ Toy stuffing ▪ Red and black marker pens/embroidery thread for facial features Measurements ▪ Each baby in its leaf bed measures 12cm (4¾in) tall Tension ▪ Tension is not important for this project Abbreviations ▪ For standard abbreviations see page 90 Each one of these little sleeping dolls is tucked up in an oak leaf bed and topped with an adorable acorn cap. Hibernation suddenly looks like a very good idea, so get cosy under a duvet and hook one or two of these drowsy darlings before bedtime, using warm autumnal shades…

You will need ▪ DMC Natura Just Cotton, 50g, 1 ball each in: Ivory (shade N02) Zaphire (shade N28) Blue Night (shade N53) Coral (shade N18) Green Smoke (shade N54) Lobelia (shade N82) Light Green (shade N12) ▪ 3mm (UK 11, US C/2 or D/3) hook ▪ Polyester filling ▪ Black/white embroidery thread ▪ A small button for each house Measurements ▪ 16.5x7cm (6½x2¾in) Tension ▪ Keep the tension tight so that the stuffing doesn’t show through Abbreviations ▪ For standard abbreviations see page 90 LITTLE HOUSES Front/back (make 2 per house) Walls For Houses 2 and 3 which have striped walls, work 5 alternate stripes of 4 rows each. Using wall colour, ch16. Row 1 (RS) Dc in second ch from hook and in each ch to end, turn.…