Innholdsfortegnelse for September 2019 i Love Crochet

The end of the summer holidays marks the start of a new season – if you’ve got kids, it’s all about new term excitement after the long break, while chillier-autumn nights are gradually drawing in, with the fun of harvest festivals and Halloween on their way too. With all this in mind, you’ll find plenty of projects to choose from in your brand-new issue, whatever level of crochet expertise you have. You’ll love our cheerful Jade the Panda cover star (p.9), wise owl trio (p.15) and jolly harvest mice (p.12), as well as our back-to-school special with an adorable doll complete with backpack (p.20), a handy book bag (p.28) and pencil case (p25)! We also have easy makes for the home and cosy garments for the family, plus how to…

You will need ■ DMC Natura Just Cotton, 1 ball each in: Canelle (shade N37) Bourgogne (shade N34) Moss Green (shade N75) Safran (shade N47) Orquidea (shade N45) Gardenia (shade N36) ■ Small scraps of DK cotton yarn in black, green and pink ■ 3mm (UK 11, US C/2) hook Measurements ■ Approx. 7cm (2¾in) tall Tension ■ Tension is not critical for this project but stitches should be tight so that stuffing does not show through Abbreviations ■ Invisible dc decrease (inv dec): insert hook in front loop only of the next 2 dc, yrh and pull up a loop (drawing hook back through both sts), yrh and pull through both loops on hook ■ For standard abbreviations see page 82 About this yarn DMC Natura Just Cotton 100%…

You will need ■ Lily Sugar’n Cream, 1 ball each in: Hot Green (shade 01712) White (shade 00001) ■ 4mm (UK 8, US G/6) crochet hook ■ 4 stitch markers ■ 18cm (7in) zip ■ Small amount of black embroidery thread Measurements ■ Approx. 32cm (12½in) long x 12.5cm (5in) wide Tension ■ 15dc and 16 rows to 10cm (4in), using 4mm (UK 8, US G/6) crochet hook Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 82 About this yarn Lily Sugar’n Cream 100% cotton 109m per 71g Machine wash at 30°C £3, buy instore at Hobbycraft or visit www.hobbycraft.co.uk Crochet the friendliest reptile around! A great gift for kids, this pencilcase pattern is easy to follow and uses mainly double crochet, plus a few half trebles and embroidery for the…

You will need ■ DMC Natura Just Cotton in: Ivory (shade 02) x 1 ball – A Glacier (shade 87) x 1 ball–B Aquamarina (shade 25) x 1 ball – C Prussian (shade 64) x 2 balls – D ■ 3.5mm (UK 9 or 10, US E/4) hook Measurements ■ Picnic basket liner: 32x35cm (12½x13¾in) ■ Cutlery pouch: 15cm (6in) high, 10.5cm (4in) diameter ■ Bottle cover: 21cm (8¼in) high, 13cm (5in) diameter (fits average wine bottle) Tension ■ Tension is not critical for this project Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 82 About this yarn DMC Natura Just Cotton 100% cotton 155m per 50g Machine wash at 30°C £3.99, visit www.dmc.com or call 01924 231669 Next time you pack a picnic, make sure you have this set of…

You will need ■ Stylecraft Special DK, 1 ball each in: Black (shade 1002) – A Cream (shade 1005) – B Bright Green (shade 1259) Sherbet (shade 1034 Aspen (shade 1422) Cloud Blue (shade 1019) Turquoise (shade 1068) Bluebell (shade 1082) Lobelia (shade 1825) Wisteria (shade 1432) Violet (shade 1277) Lipstick (shade 1246) Fiesta (shade 1257) Jaffa (shade 1256) Sunshine (shade 1114) Spring Green (shade 1316) Candyfloss (shade 1130) Saffron (shade 1081) Fondant (shade 1241) ■ Rico Fashion Cotton Metallise, 1 ball each in: Gold (shade 003) Silver (shade 004) ■ 4mm (UK 8, US G/6) crochet hook ■ Yarn needle ■ Jute bag or similar ■ Sewing needle and thread ■ 3.5cm (1⅜in) pompom maker ■ 1 large wooden bead per tassel ■ 1 key ring hook per tassel…

You will need ■ Rico Ricorumi DK, 1 ball each in: For Pumpkin Version 1 (Pink) Pink (shade 011) – A Light Green (shade 046) – B Black (shade 060) – C Version 2 (Orange) Smokey Orange (shade 024) – A Ivy (shade 043) – B Black (shade 060) – C For Witch Black (shade 060) Orange (shade 027) Light Green (shade 046) Ivy (shade 043) ■ 3mm (UK 11, US C/2) hook ■ 4 x 8.5mm safety eyes ■ Toy stuffing Tension ■ Tension is not critical for this project but stitches should be tight so that stuffing does not show through Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 82 About this yarn Rico Ricorumi DK 100% cotton 58m per 25g Machine wash at 30°C 99p, for stockists visit…

You will need ■ Rico Creative Cotton Aran, 1 ball each in: Sky Blue (shade 37) Natural (shade 60) ■ 5mm (UK 6, US H/8) crochet hook Measurements ■ To fit adult size 5-6 Tension ■ Tension is not critical for this project Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 82 About this yarn Rico Creative Cotton Aran 100% cotton 85m per 50g Machine wash at 30°C £1.89, for stockists visit www.rico-design.de Worked in every crocheter’s starter stitch – double crochet – these slippers are a breeze to make. Each slipper is worked as a single piece and sewn at the back with a slip stitch, so they’re ideal for beginners, and a great way to learn how to work with two colours. Why not pair Natural with another shade…

You will need ■ Sublime Baby Cashmere Merino Silk DK in: Vanilla (shade 003) x 5 balls – A Buttercream (shade 437) x 1 ball – B Little Duck Egg (shade 436) x 1 ball – C ■ 4mm (UK 8, US G/6) hook Measurements ■ 60x45cm (23½x17¾in) Tension ■ Tension is not critical for this project Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 82 About this yarn Sublime Baby Cashmere Merino Silk DK 75% wool, 20% silk, 5% cashmere 116m per 50g Machine wash at 30°C £4.99, for stockists call 01924 369 666 or visit www.sublimeyarns.com This heirloom baby blanket is made using a stretchy, staggered shell stitch and super-soft luxury yarn for a happy, snuggly baby. What more could you want in a baby blanket? Tuck it round…

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…

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Top of the Blogs! www.makeanddocrew.com Jess left behind a career in advertising to be creative with yarn instead, and Make & Do Crew was born. Now playing with yarn is her full-time job, and she’s even published her own book, Corner to Corner Crochet: 15 Contemporary Projects, which you’ll find on her website along with free patterns of her designs and tutorials (crocheted lace patches on jeans, anyone?). We’re loving her garments and home accessories, and can't wait to hook a pair of her dreamy Dream Catcher Flip Flop Sandals. Creepy crochet Looking for ideas and patterns to vamp up your Halloween this year? You’ll find loads of ideas from the artists and makers on Deviantart. Go to the site, key ‘halloween crochet’ into the search box and have fun…

You will need ■ Wendy Supreme Luxury Cotton DK, 1 ball each in: Chai (shade 1973) Driftwood (shade 1950) Cream (shade 1851) Very Small amounts in: Asparagus (shade 1970) Flame (shade 1971) Nude (shade 1969) Sorbet (shade 1962) Cyclamen (shade 1967) Apple Blossom (shade 1964) Black (shade 1833) ■ Any cotton DK yarn in: Pale Blue and Mid Blue ■ 3.5mm (UK 9 or 10, US E/4) hook ■ 3mm (UK 11, US C/2) hook ■ Safety stuffing ■ 4 x 10mm safety eyes ■ 2 x 7mm safety eyes Measurements ■ Small: 5cm (2½in) tall Medium: 11.5cm (4½in) tall Large: 14cm (5½in) tall Tension ■ Tension is not critical for this project but stitches should be tight so that stuffing does not show through Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations…

You will need ■ Lily Sugar’n Cream in: Hot Green (01712) x 1 ball – A Grape (00071) x 3 balls – B Red (00095) x 1 ball – C White (00001) x 1 ball – D ■ 4mm (UK 8, US G/6) crochet hook ■ Small piece of black felt for eyes ■ Craft glue Measurements ■ Approx. 30.5cm (12in) square, excluding handles Tension ■ 15 dc and 16 rows to 10cm (4in) using 4mm (UK 8, US G/6) hook Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 82 About this yarn Lily Sugar’n Cream 100% cotton 109m per 71g Machine wash at 30°C £3, buy instore at Hobbycraft or visit www.hobbycraft.co.uk Give kids a monster treat when you make them this colourful tote, with bags of room inside plus…

You will need ■ Knit Picks Palette, 1 ball each in: Finnley Heather (26043) – A Golden Heather (24005) – B Lipstick (24245) – C Tarragon (25099) – D Rouge (24567) – E ■ 3.5mm (UK 9 or 10, US E/4) hook ■ Card (about the thickness of a cereal box) ■ 3.5cm self-cover button ■ 2 pots: each 7.5cm diameter; short pot 11cm high; tall pot 14.5cm high ■ Fabric: fat quarter ■ PVA glue ■ Toy stuffing Tension ■ Tension is not critical for this project Abbreviations ■ Popcorn: Ch2, 3dc in hump of 2nd ch from hook, ss through both loops of base st ■ For standard abbreviations see page 82 About this yarn Knit Picks Palette 100% Peruvian Highland wool 211m per 50g Hand wash only…

You will need ■ Marriner DK, 1 ball each in: Oatmeal – Yarn A Latte – Yarn B Chocolate – Yarn C ■ Stylecraft Special DK, 1 ball in: Camel (1420) – Yarn D ■ 4mm (UK 8, US G/6) hook Measurements ■ Blanket: approx. 75x75cm (29½x29½in) ■ Each square: approx. 12x12cm (4¾x4¾in) Tension ■ Tension is not critical for this project Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 82 About this yarn Marriner DK 100% acrylic 300m per 100g Machine wash at 40°C £1.00, www.marrineryarns.com Stylecraft Special DK 100% acrylic 295m per 100g Machine wash at 40°C £1.85, www.woolwarehouse.co.uk Looking for your next granny square project? Look no further than this delightful doggy banket (which is also suitable for humans, too!). Tina says: “I love making granny squares –…

You will need ■ Yarn Stories Fine Merino DK in: Raspberry x 2 balls Cream x 3 balls Taupe x 4 balls ■ 5mm (UK 6, US H/8) hook Measurements ■ 21x165cm (8¼x65in) Tension ■ Tension is not critical for this project Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 82 About this yarn Yarn Stories Fine Merino DK 100% fine merino 120m per 50g Machine wash at 30°C £5.75, call 01484 847784 or visit www.yarnstories.com Designer Emma Potter describes this project as: “A super-easy, ice-lolly-inspired, colour-block long scarf in a pretty sedge stitch.” We’re definitely seeing those creamy Neapolitan colours in there, and the woven-looking sedge stitch is just a simple one-row repeat that provides lovely squishy texture. This is a great make if you’re new to crochet or fancy…

You will need ■ DROPS Belle in: Dark Jeans Blue (shade 13) x 2 (3: 3: 3) balls – Yarn A Jeans Blue (shade 15) x 1 (1: 1: 1) ball – Yarn B Light Blue (shade 14) x 1 (1: 1: 1) ball – Yarn C ■ 5mm (UK 6, US H/8) hook ■ 3mm (UK 11, US C/2) hook ■ Shank button, domed, 1.5cm diameter ■ Elastic, 2.5cm wide, approx 60cm (23½in) long Measurements ■ See sizing guide Tension ■ 16 sts and 17 rows to 10cm (4in) over st pattern, using 5mm (UK 6, US H/8) hook Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 82 About this yarn DROPS Belle 53% cotton, 33% viscose, 14% linen 120m per 50g Machine wash at 30°C £1.10, for stockists visit…

MAKES A GREAT GIFT! You will need ■ Oddments of DK yarn in black and white ■ 4mm (UK 8, US G/6) crochet hook ■ 15mm safety toy eyes ■ Wool needle ■ Toy stuffing ■ Black felt ■ Black embroidery thread Measurements ■ 16x8cm (6¼x3in) Tension ■ Tension is not critical for this project but stitches should be tight so that stuffing does not show through Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 82 Add to your menagerie of amigurumi animals with the latest offering from Liz Ward – Jade the panda! This adorable character is made with just two shades of yarn, making it extra-easy for newbies to pick up their hook and have a go. Start with the head and body, worked in one piece, adding Jade’s…

You will need ■ Lily Sugar’n Cream, 1 ball each in: Soft Ecru (shade 01004) – MC White (shade 00001) – A Hot Pink (shade 01740) – B Indigo (shade 01114) – C Warm Brown (shade 01130) – D ■ Lily Sugar’n Cream Ombres, 1 ball in: Batik (shade 02446) – E ■ 3.5mm (UK 9/10, US E/4) crochet hook ■ 4mm (UK 8, US G/6) crochet hook ■ Stuffing ■ 2 small black beads for eyes ■ Small amounts of red and black embroidery thread ■Button or bead for backpack Measurements ■ Approx 32cm (12½in) long x 12.5cm (5in) wide Tension ■ 16dc and 18 rows to 10cm (4in), using 3.5mm (UK 9/10, US E/4) crochet hook Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 82 About this yarn Lily…

You will need ■ Rico Ricorumi DK, 1 ball each in: Turquoise (shade 039) Yellow (shade 006) Orange (shade 027) Green (shade 049) Fuchsia (shade 014) ■ 4mm (UK 8, US G/6) crochet hook ■ 1 metre thin flat elastic Measurements ■ Sunglasses case: 25x10cm (10x4in) ■ Earphones case: 12x10cm (4¾x4in) Tension ■ Tension is not critical for this project Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 82 About this yarn Rico Ricorumi DK 100% cotton 58m per 25g Machine wash at 30°C 99p, for stockists visit www.rico-design.de Take one simple pattern and create two fab accessories! Liz’s sunglasses case and earphones case are made in the same way using cotton DK, but the stripe repeats on the smaller case are slightly shorter. Play around with your colour combination to…

You will need ■ Katia Merino Baby, 1 ball each in: Light Green (shade 56) – A Fuchsia (shade 60) – B Red (shade 04) – C Orange (shade 49) – D ■ 2.5mm (UK 12 or 13, US B/1 or C/2) crochet hook ■ Florist’s wire ■ 3 lengths of 50g (2oz) raffia ■ Pins ■ Coordinating ribbon ■ Needle and matching thread Measurements ■ Large gerbera: 6.5cm (2½in) wide ■ Small gerbera: 5cm (2in) wide ■ Garland: approx. 147cm (58in) long Tension ■ 15 sts and 15 rows to 10cm (4in) square over dc, using 2.5mm (UK 12 or 13, US B/1 or C/2) crochet hook Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 82 About this yarn Katia Merino Baby 100% merino wool 165m per 50g Machine wash…

You will need ■ DROPS Karisma DK in: Light Beige Brown Mix (shade 55) x 7 balls – Yarn A Red (shade 18) x 1 ball – Yarn B ■ 5mm (UK 6, US H/8) hook Measurements ■ 18x14cm (7¾x5½in) Tension ■ Tension is not critical for this project Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 82 About this yarn DROPS Karisma DK 100% wool 100m per 50g Machine wash at 40°C £2.20, for stockists visit www.garnstudio.com Acrochet basket is brilliant for extra storage, and makes a great gift that hooks up in no time. Check out this gorgeous little make – inspired by autumn colours and seasonal produce, it’s getting us in the mood for homemade apple pie and custard.! Why not gift it to a friend, filled with…

Diamond Shawl Summer IT’S ALL IN A NUTSHELL £20.98 www.itsallinanutshell.com Shawls are year-round must-have accessories, as they’re equally wonderful for keeping our shoulders warm on summer nights as well as all day long in winter. This eye-catching diamond-pattern shawl, designed by Esther Dijkstra of It’s All in a Nutshell, is made with just one ball of Scheepjes Whirl in Fruity O’Tutty (shade 763). We adore the summery colours that emerge as you stitch. The pattern is free from her website (so you can choose your own yarn), or you can buy a kit from Deramores. The shawl measures 50x250cm (20x98in) and you’ll need a 4mm hook to make it. There’s also an autumnal version, which combines a mohair yarn with the Whirl for a soft, fuzzy look and feel. That…

You will need ■ King Cole Bamboo Cotton DK in: Jaffa (3049) x 3 (3: 4) balls – A Earth (626) x 1 (1: 2) balls – B White (530) x 1 (1: 1) ball – C ■ 3mm (UK 11, US C/2) hook ■ 6 medium wooden buttons ■ A small amount of toy stuffing (for the tail) ■ Tapestry needle Measurements ■ See sizing guide Tension ■ 20 sts and 24 rows to 10cm (4in) over dc, using 3mm (UK 11, US C/2) crochet hook Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 82 About this yarn King Cole Bamboo Cotton DK 50% bamboo, 50% cotton 230m per 100g Machine wash at 30°C £4.49, for stockists call 01756 703 670 or visit www.kingcole.com Make woodland walks (or just nipping…

You will need ■ Scheepjes Sunkissed, 1 ball each in: Poolside (shade 04) – A Lavender Ice (shade 10) – B Beach Hut Pink (shade 20) – C Beach Hut Orange (shade 12) – D Noonday Sun (shade 15) – E Spearmint Green (shade 14) – F ■ Small amount of off-white DK cotton yarn ■ 3mm (UK 11, US C/2) hook ■ 1.5cm diameter blue button Measurements ■ Skirt: see sizing guide ■ Rainbow and Cloud Motif measures 13x8cm (5x3in) Tension ■ 2¼ pattern repeats and 11 rows to 10cm (4in) using a 3mm (UK 11, US C/2) hook Abbreviations ■ Tr3tog: (Yrh, insert hook in next stitch, yrh and pull up loop, yrh and draw through 2 loops) 3 times, yrh and draw through all loops on hook…

across to end of the row alt alternate/alternating approx approximate(ly) beg beginning bl insert hook under back loop only BPtr Back Post treble: yrh, starting from the back, insert hook from back to front to back around post of st in row below, complete as treble st ch(s) chain/chain stitch(es) ch-sp(s) chain space(s) ch- refers to ch made previously, eg. ch-3 cl(s) clusters 4-tr cl (yrh, insert hook in sp/st, yrh & pull up loop, yrh & draw through 2 loops) 4 times, inserting hook in same sp/st, yrh & draw through all loops on hook cont continue dc double crochet dc2tog (insert hook in next st, yrh and draw a loop through) twice, yrh and draw through all 3 loops on hook dec decrease dtr double treble crochet dtr2tog…