Innholdsfortegnelse for January 2019 i Love Crochet

Welcome to your fabulous, January issue of Love Crochet – full of makes to get your new year off to a cracking, crochet start! We have projects perfect for beginners including an easy-peasy chilli pepper garland (p.26); sweet, simple slippers T ERH EHSVEFPI FEF] FPEROIX MR [EJ?I WXMXGL T *SV all skill levels, we also have makes including a super-soft sloth (p.20), cute cat toy (p.75), and of course, our cover stars on page 12 – the bright and beautiful family of llamas! And we have BIG news! As of our next issue, we will be including a project kit with every magazine! Your new premium Love Crochet [MPP FI SR WEPI *IFVYEV] XL ? GLIGO SYX TEKI JSV QSVI HIXEMPW? PS. If you have any queries about patterns, email…

Top tip Avoid polished hooks when working with cotton yarn – a matte wooden hook is ideal Want to hook an amigurumi toy that’s adorable, eyecatching and modern? No prob-llama! In fact, we’ve got a whole family of lovely llamas for you to create – meet Luca, Lily, Mumma and Papa. These characters are worked in a spiral using the most gorgeous shades of cotton DK from Paintbox Yarns, and embellished with stylish hairdos and oversized eyes, making them extra cute and hard to resist! You will need Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK, 2 balls each in: SailorBlueshade440) MustardYellowshade424) VanillaCreamshade408) 1balleachin TeaRoseshade443) LimeGreenshade429) PureBlackshade402) 4mm (UK 8, US G/6) hook K XS] WXYJ?RK 8 x safety eyes Stitch marker Scissors Darning needle Measurements Luca: 18.5cm (7¼in) high Lily23cm9in) high Mumma28cm11in) high…

Top tip Try an ergonomic LSSO MJ ]SY ?RH ]SYV LERHW EGLI while crocheting Believed to bring good health and luck, chilli pepper garlands make a cute decoration, too! This is a simple-to-make, short garland that will look great along a kitchen shelf or spice rack, but you can make it as long as you like by making more chillies. You could also use different colours to mix it up a bit – orange, yellow and green will be lifelike, but who says you can’t go crazy and make your chillies neon pink? Have fun! You will need Rico Creative Cotton Aran, 1 ball each in: Redshade05 Greenshade49 4mm (UK 8, US G/6) crochet hook Wool needle Measurements 50cm (20in) long Tension Tension is not critical for this project Abbreviations…

Top tip Sew on a couple of poppers or a button and loop to fasten the top of the bag Whether you’re off to the local craft shop for supplies, or heading to a crafternoon with stitchy friends to work on your WIP, make sure you take this stylish bag with you! As accessories go, it’s rather a special one. Hooked in delectable merino wool from Bessie May, it has a cool colour scheme – pink and grey for the geometric design, and a pop of bright yellow for the handles and trim. Get this tapestry crochet delight on your hook right away, and wow your crafty pals! You will need Bessie May Smile, 3 balls in Cloud (shade 3180) 1 ball each in: Lichenshade3060 Kissshade3090 4mm (UK 8, US…

Top tip Turn this into a hanging doughnut decoration, adding the sprinkles with coloured yarn Who can say no to sweet pink icing and sprinkles? Hook up this handmade treat to pop your pins in, or give it to a stitchy friend as a gift. It’s worked using easy double crochet stitches in a spiral. Bake Off, eat your heart out! You will need The Women’s Institute Premium Acrylic, 1 ball each in: Biscuit Yarn A Pink Yarn B 3mm (UK 11, US C/2) hook 8S] WXYJ?RK Measurements 9cm (3½in) diameter Tension Tension is not critical for this project Abbreviations For standard abbreviations WII TEKI About this yarn The Women’s Institute Premium Acrylic 100% acrylic 250m per 100g 1EGLMRI [EWL EX ¢' £2.25, www.hobbycraft.co.uk Notes Doughnut is worked using amigurumi…

Top tip Choose your favourite seaming method with our guide on page 87 TLMW MR?RMX] WGEVJ MW PMKLX EMV] ERH WS WSJX EKEMRWX XLI WOMR [SVOIH MR E PY\YVMSYW EPTEGE ERH WMPO ]EVR JVSQ (6347 8LI IMKLX VS[ VITIEX JSVQW ER MRGVIHMFPI KISQIXVMG TEXXIVR XLEX PSSOW EPQSWX PMOI EVK]PI ERH MX?W RS[LIVI RIEV EW GSQTPMGEXIH EW MX PSSOW 9WMRK GLEMRW XVIFPIW ERH HSYFPI GVSGLIX WXMXGLIW NYWX VITIEX XLI IMKLX VS[W EW WIX FIPS[ EW MJ ]SY [IVI [SVOMRK E WGEVJ ERH XLIR NSMR XLI X[S IRHW XSKIXLIV You will need DROPS Baby Alpaca Silk, 4 balls in Light Sea Green (shade 19) 4mm (UK 8, US G/6) hook Measurements 26x168cm (10¼x66in) before joining Tension 13 sts and 9.5 rows to 10cm (4in) square over stitch pattern after blocking, using a…

Top tip 0E] XLI VYK ?EX when you’re not working on it to help it keep its shape TLI GPEWWMG HSMP] QSXMJ MW QEHI QSHIVR [MXL RISR XI\XMPI ]EVR JSV E XLMGO WSJX VYK ;SVOIH MR E HSYFPI XVIFPI crochet stitch repeat, this rug can be shaped as you go EPSRK F] KIRXP] TYPPMRK ERH WXVIXGLMRK XLI NIVWI] JSV E RIEX ?RMWL You will need Hoooked Zpagetti, 3 x 850g spools in Super Pink (shade 04) 10mm (UK 000, US N/15) hook Measurements Approximately 100cm (39in) in diameter Tension Tension is not critical for this project; see Notes Abbreviations 2-tr cluster: (Yrh, insert hook in space indicated, yrh and pull up loop, yrh and draw through 2 loops) twice, inserting the hook in the same space each time, yrh and…

Top tip Sew magnets inside his ‘hands’ and ‘feet’ to make a poseable toy This marvellous monster is fun to have around, and oh-so simple to hook. Use half trebles for his body and gangly limbs, and dc amigurumi spirals for his fun features! You will need Stylecraft Special Aran, 3 balls each in: Limeshade1712 Astershade102 1balleachin Raspberryshade1023 Blackshade1002 Whiteshade1001 5mm (UK 6, US H/8) hook Stitch marker 40cm (16in) square cushion pad Measurements 40x43cm (15¾x17in) Tension 13 sts and 11 rows to measure 10cm (4in) square over htr worked in rows with a 5mm (UK 6, US H/8) crochet hook Abbreviations For standard abbreviations see page 90 About this yarn Stylecraft Special Aran 100% acrylic 196m per 100g 1EGLMRI [EWL EX ¢' £1.89, for stockists call 01484 848435 or…

Top tip Use up oddments of DK yarn in your stash for the teddy’s hat and neck ruff FSV E PMXXPI SRI?W FMVXLHE] GIPIFVEXMSR SV NYWX FIGEYWI XLMW adorable amigurumi bear made with double crochet WXMXGLIW MW NYWX XLI VMKLX EQSYRX SJ UYMVO] ERH GYXI ;I PSZI LMW TSWIEFPI PMQFW ? NYWX PMOI E XVEHMXMSREP XIHH] ;I?ZI YWIH E FIEYXMJYP X[IIH ]EVR JSV LMW FSH] EHHMRK PMXXPI ?IGOW SJ GSPSYV FYX you could use any DK yarn in shades of brown and natural. You will need Cleckheaton Country Naturals 8ply, 1 ball in Natural (shade 1805) 2 balls in Brown (shade 1825) (or any DK yarn in these colours) Sirdar Snuggly Baby Bamboo DK, 1 ball each in: SuziSizzleshade118) DecksterBlueshade120) 3.5mm (UK 9 or 10, US E/4) hook 4mm (UK…

A JSYV PIEJ GPSZIV MW E VEVI ERH TVIGMSYW ?RH WEMH XS FVMRK luck – and with this simple design, you can quite literally make your own luck! Joined together, these botanical FIEYXMIW FIKMR XS PSSO E PMXXPI QSVI ?SVEP 8LI PMKLX GSXXSR WLETIW with their silky sheen, would be ideal for a summery throw. You will need Rico Essentials Cotton DK, 1 ball each in: Petrolshade40 – Yarn A Pistazieshade86 – Yarn B 3.5mm (UK 9 or 10, US E/4) hook Tension Tension is not critical for this project Abbreviations For standard abbreviations see page 90 About this yarn Rico Essentials Cotton DK 100% cotton 130m per 50g 1EGLMRI [EWL EX ¢' £1.89, for stockists visit www.rico-design.de CLOVER MOTIF Using Yarn A, make a magic loop. Round 1 (RS)…

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Do you bother with New Year resolutions, or just carry on as usual? Resolutions are usually broken by the second week of January, but sometimes they can be a spur to organise your life a little better. Or, in the case of a crocheter, your projects and your stash! How many times do you buy yarn and ?RH SYX ]SY LEZI XLI WEQI ]EVR EX LSQI# Sometimes it's best to use your stash like E WLST ERH ?RH E TVSNIGX XS WYMX XLI ]EVR ]SY LEZI VEXLIV XLER FY]MRK QSVI JSV E RI[ TVSNIGX (MJ?GYPX FYX MX GER FI HSRI Treat stashbusting like stocktaking. +EXLIV YT IZIV] FMX SJ ]EVR ERH TYX MX MR SRI VSSQ (MZMHI XLI ]EVR MRXS HMJJIVIRX colours and then decide what you want to keep.…

Top tip It isn’t easy to see the stitches with eyelash yarn, so use coloured needles for contrast W?LIR LI MWR?X LERKMRK YTWMHI HS[R JVSQ E XVII XLMW KIRXPI GVIEXYVI GER YWYEPP] FI JSYRH KMZMRK SYX GYHHPIW XS EPP LMW JVMIRHW %RH LI VIEPP] MW GYHHP] XSS thanks to the various yarns Val has chosen for her project – there’s eyelash yarn for his body, soft cotton for his face and toes, and Ricorumi for the features. Sid is so lovable, you’ll probably [ERX XS WXEVX LSSOMRK LMQ WXVEMKLXE[E] FYX XV] RSX XS VYWL .YWX PMOI 7MH LMQWIPJ XEOI MX RMGI ERH WPS[ You will need King Cole Moments DK, 2 balls in Aqua (shade 1878) – Yarn A Rico Baby Cotton Soft DK, 1 ball in Mid Blue (shade…

Top tip Use up oddments of cream, black, yellow and green yarn for the sheep appliqué A baby blanket makes a super gift for a new arrival, perfect for playtime, cuddle time and sleepy time. We just love them, and this particular design is full of the joys of WTVMRK 8LI IEW] [EJ?I TEXXIVR SJ XLI FPEROIX MW E WMQTPI X[S row repeat, and the fresh green colour is the perfect backdrop for Val’s sweet little lamb. He’s hooked in frilly layers to create a [SSPP] WX]PI GSEX ? WS GPIZIV ERH E GSQTPIXI NS] XS QEOI You will need James C Brett Supreme Baby DK in Pale Green (shade SNG1) x 4 balls – Yarn A Oddments of DK yarn in cream, black, yellow and green 4mm (UK 8,…

Top tip Choose retro ?SVEP PMRMRK JEFVMG XS ?RMWL ]SYV GEWI TIVJIGXP] Stash your crochet hooks in this fabulous zipped case – we’ve combined vintage camera appreciation and Instagram passion in one crafty project! Worked in double crochet, in rows and in the round, it’s a fairly speedy make that would be a treat for you or a hooky pal. You could even use it to store the kids’ pens and pencils, or as a fun wallet! Mid-century style is a top trend right now, and we’re loving the retro stripes on this project. Set off by the main shades of cream and chestnut brown, they’ll bring a little pop of rainbow colour to your home! You will need Rowan Pure Wool Worsted, 1 ball each in: SoftCreamshade00102) Chestnutshade00107 Smallamountsof…

Top tip For a more subtle ?RMWL [SVO XLI IHKMRKW MR TEPI TMRO SV ERSXLIV TEWXIP WLEHI These dainty little darlings are perfect for a stroll down 'EVREF] 7XVIIX ;I GER?X XLMRO SJ E FIXXIV [E] XS ?RMWL E WTVMRK WYQQIV SYX?X XLER [MXL [LMXI GSXXSR KPSZIW and the heart-shaped cut-out effect on the back is worthy of any fashionista. Pair them with our fabulous monochrome socks on page 32 for the ultimate nod to swinging Sixies style! You will need Cascade Ultra Pima Cotton DK, 1 ball each in: Whiteshade3728 TrueBlackshade3754) 2.5mm (UK 12 or 13, US B/1 or C/2) hook 3.5mm (UK 9 or 10, US E/4) hook 2 small white buttons Measurements 20cm (7¾in) long and 9cm (3½in) wide Tension 25 sts and 25 rows to 10cm…

A simple pattern of grouped treble stitches gives this scarf its pretty texture, and is complemented beautifully by white lace, sewn on to the ends. But what’s even more amazing about this project is the colour, which was achieved by hand-dying the natural yarn using onion skins! What a glorious golden hue – and the perfect way to make your scarf unique. You will need West Yorkshire Spinners 100% Blue Faced Leicester Roving Yarn, 1 skein in Ecru, hand-dyed using onion skins 5.5mm (UK 5, US I/9) hook A piece of lace measuring twice the [MHXL SJ XLI ?RMWLIH WGEVJ Measurements 12x90cm (4¾x35½in) Tension Tension is not critical for this project Abbreviations For standard abbreviations see page 90 About this yarn West Yorkshire Spinners Blue Faced Leicester Roving Yarn 100%…

Top tip Circle your chosen size throughout the pattern before beginning to crochet These denim blue dungarees are packed with playful details, from the contrasting surface crochet and crisscross straps to the bold buttons and multiple pockets. Basically, they’re completely adorable! Not only that, they’re comfy for baby and hardwearing, too. This is a fun project worked in double crochet stitches and sized for babies aged 3-18 months. You will need Stylecraft Special DK, 222: 3) balls in Denim (shade 1302) – Yarn A 1ballinMatador(shade 1010) – Yarn B 4mm (UK 8, US G/6) hook 18 buttons, 2cm diameter Measurements See sizing guide Tension 15 sts and 20 rows to 10cm (4in) square over dc using a 4mm (UK 8, US G/6) hook Abbreviations Dc3tog (Double crochet 3 sts together):…

Top tip Make the cat’s T-shirt in different colours or in a single shade, if you prefer This cuddly feline is a little bit mischievous, but luckily, she never goes anywhere without her jingly bell, so it’s easy to keep tabs on her! You can hook your own cute kitty toy with aran-weight cotton, using simple double crochet stitches in a spiral. Plus, you’ll learn how to work amigurumi stripes when you crochet her stylish T-shirt. Just add her sweet features and bell for XLI ?RMWLMRK XSYGL 0SZIH SRIW [MPP TYVV [MXL NS] [LIR XLI] WII this adorable pussycat, so grab your hook and start today! You will need DROPS Paris, 1 ball each in: LightGreyshade23) – Yarn A Whiteshade16 – Yarn B NavyBlueshade28) – Yarn C Redshade12 – Yarn…

Top of the Blogs! www.hollyshobbiescrafts.com Holly McNevan is an inspiration! She wanted a GVSGLIXIH XS] JSV LIV PMXXPI KMVP ERH GSYPHR?X ?RH one, so she learned how to crochet and made one herself. And that was the beginning of a long-term adventure that has led to her designing her own amigurumi, making custom orders for others and creating her own blog so she can pass on her knowledge. It’s her ‘haven for all XLMRKW GVSGLIX? ERH SR MX ]SY?PP ?RH QER] of Holly’s patterns, how-to video tutorials, giveaways, plus product and pattern reviews. WE love unravel it! Get ready for a shopping extravaganza. Unravel is a heavenly retail delight with lovely goodies to buy from more than 80 artisans, including indie yarn suppliers, dyers, designers and makers. There will also…

Top tip Leather slipper soles or anti-slip ‘dots’ are available from craft shops and online Worked in soft grey with a pop of neon colour, these bow slippers are so much fun! The chunky acrylic yarn hooks up really quickly, so you can easily complete them in a weekend, which is ideal if you need a cosy gift for a loved one. We love how easy they are to customise, too – you GSYPH [SVO XLIQ MR WXVMTIW EHH E GSRXVEWX XVMQ QEOI E ?S[IV instead of a bow, or embroider a monogram for a personal touch! You will need Sirdar No. 1 Chunky, 2 balls in Cloud (shade 230) Small amount of Sirdar Cotton 4ply in Guava (shade 534) or any contrast colour 4.5mm (UK 7, US 7) crochet…

Top tip Cascade Fixation is a perfect sock yarn, but is also great for accessories and baby garments Get the retro look when you make these monochrome knee-highs – the houndstooth pattern will take you right back to the swinging sixties! This project is a little tricky, so read the notes below to help you hook your socks with ease. Then simply slip on a pair of platforms and you’re good to go! You will need Cascade Fixation, 2 balls each in: Blackshade8990 OpulentWhiteshade8001) 4mm (UK 8, US G/6) hook Stitch marker Measurements 8S ?X 9/ WM^I SV 7QEPPIV WM^I MW KMZIR ?VWX [MXL PEVKIV WM^I MR FVEGOIXW SV EHHMXMSREP MRWXVYGXMSRW Tomakeasmallersock, reduce the RYQFIV SJ VSYRHW FIX[IIR 6SYRHW ERH SJ XLI JSSX ERH 6SYRHW XS SJ XLI PIK XS…

Top tip Cotton gets softer when washed, so if your hat feels a bit stiff, pop it in the machine Who said practical can’t be pretty? Get kitted out for springtime adventures with this stylish peaked cap. We’ve chosen three fresh colours, perfect for the season, and a gorgeous cotton yarn that will keep you cool FYX GSZIVIH 'SXXSR EPWS LEW JERXEWXMG WXMXGL HI?RMXMSR WS ]SYV stitches will shine. And if you fancy a different look, just check out the other colours in the range – there are over 60 fab shades! You will need Cascade Yarns Ultra Pima, 1 skein in Cool Mint (shade 3775) Small amounts of: Primroseshade3712 Naturalshade3718 4.5mm (UK 7, US 7) hook Measurements 56cm (22in) circumference at brim Tension 11sts and 14 rows to 10m…

Top tip Play around with colour – try neon pink for the edging, or even a sparkly yarn This mega doily is large and in charge, with an intricate lace pattern and bright neon edging that’s sure to brighten any room. Despite being a traditional cotton doily, Ann’s design has a contemporary feel – it’ll create a fab focal point on your kitchen table, dressing table or coffee table. You GSYPH EPWS XV] WI[MRK XLI ?RMWLIH HSMP] SRXS E TPEMR GYWLMSR GSZIV or mounting it in a simple square frame for an instant update. Let your imagaination run wild, and let those zingy colours shine! You will need Phildar Phil Coton 4, 1 ball in Blanc (shade 0010) 2 balls in Pistache (shade 0043) 4mm (UK 8, US G/6) hook…

Top tip Visit www.greedyforcolour.etsy.com GSQ XS ?RH SYX more about Kate’s FVMPPMERX FSSO This gorgeous project is from Kate Bruning’s Stanley and the Hot Air Balloon – a magical children’s story (with crochet patterns included!) about a mischievous little bunny. Kate says: “Stanley’s hot air balloon was a joy and a challenge to create. I had to make two before I realised they need XIXLIVMRK XS TVIZIRX XLIQ JVSQ ?SEXMRK E[E] ? ;I NYWX PSZI XLI colourful rainbow stripes of this charming toy – it’s already got us dreaming about sailing skyward, up into the clouds, and would make the sweetest addition to a nursery or bedroom. You will need 50g of cream DK wool yarn Oddments of DK wool yarn in various shades 50g of DK cotton yarn in…

Top tip For the fastening at the back, choose buttons that match the ribbon TLMW ZIVWEXMPI JVSGO GER FI [SVR SR MXW S[R SV PE]IVIH SZIV E TVIXX] XST MR GSSPIV [IEXLIV 8LI WYTIV WSJX [EWLEFPI ]EVR MW E KVIEX GLSMGI JSV FEFMIW [LMPI XLI VMFFSR HIXEMP ERH XMIVIH WOMVX QEOI XLMW HVIWW MHIEP JSV WTIGMEP SGGEWMSRW You will need Debbie Bliss Baby Cashmerino, 5 balls in Mist (shade 057) 3mm (UK 11, US C/2) hook Ribbon, 1m (1yd) 3 small buttons Stitch markers Measurements See sizing guide Tension 21sts and 24 rows to 10cm (4in) square over dc using a 3mm (UK 11, US C/2) hook 19 sts and 11 rows to 10cm (4in) square over stitch pattern using a 3mm (UK 11, US C/2) hook Abbreviations For standard…

Top tip Choose from over 20 colours and match this project to your bedroom decor Add a luxurious layer to your bed with this delicate lacy TVSNIGX % GVSGLIX FIHWTVIEH [SVOIH MR TP] ]EVR MW a commitment, certainly, but when the outcome is XLMW FIEYXMJYP MX VIEPP] MW [SVXL TYXXMRK XLI XMQI MR %RH MX?W XLI kind of project you can work anywhere – hook a motif on the XVEMR XS [SVO SV MR ]SYV PYRGL LSYV &YXXIV WSJX EPTEGE WMPO ]EVR IRWYVIW XLMW TVSNIGX JIIPW IZIV] FMX EW KSVKISYW EW MX PSSOW You will need DROPS Baby Alpaca Silk in White (shade 1101) x 25 balls for single bedspread 45 balls for double bedspread 2.5mm (UK 12 or 13, US B/1 or C/2) crochet hook Measurements Blocked motif: 14x14cm…

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