Innholdsfortegnelse for November 2019 i Love Crochet

We’re all about Christmas in this brand-new issue of Love Crochet – after all, it’s never too early to start getting ready, especially if you’re a crocheter! So we’re in full-on festive mode with a tempting line-up of hooky patterns – from gifts large and small for friends and family (including the kids) to fun, colourful projects to decorate your home. You’ll love our sweet Holly Fairy complete with wand (p.12), or our traditional gingerbread house (see left and p.16) perfect for sweet treats. Crochet our Christmas tree angel (p.32), sparkly table setting (p.40) and easy mistletoe wreath (p.26) for your home, while our cool blue and white cushion (p.60) and fun kiddie car set (p.73) make great handmade gifts. We even have a crochet advent calendar (p.20) so you…

You will need Rico Ricorumi DK, 1 ball each in: Ecru (shade 54) – A Fir Green (shade 50) – B Burgundy (shade 30) – C Chocolate (shade 57) – D Silver Grey (shade 58) – E 3.5mm (UK 9 or 10, US E/4) hook Wool needle Two 12mm black safety eyes Toy stuffing Thin cardboard Gold wire Glitter Glue Measurements ■ 15x8cm (6x3¼in) 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 You’re guaranteed to have a jolly Christmas with Holly the fairy by your side! Worked in a spiral using the amigurumi method, this little beauty makes a great gift for little ones, who will love her cute…

You will need Sirdar Hayfield Bonus Glitter DK, 1 ball each in: Woodland Wonder (shade 233) – A Icicle (shade 220) – B 3mm (UK 11, US C/2) crochet hook Yarn needle 25cm (10in) diameter wicker wreath, sprayed with artificial snow Hot glue gun Ribbon for a hanging loop Measurements Wreath: 25cm (10in) diameter Each mistletoe (beg of stem to tip of leaf): 7cm (2¾in) Tension ■ 15 sts and 15 rows to 7x6.5cm (2¾x2½in) over dc, using a 3mm (UK 11, US C/2) crochet hook Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 82 This stylish wreath is so quick and easy to make, you’ll find yourself making them for friends and loved ones, too! Each sprig of mistletoe is adorned with a few French knots for ‘berries’, and arranged…

You will need Rico Ricorumi DK in: Coral (shade 009) x 2 balls OR Patina (shade 038) x 2 balls Rose (shade 008) x 1 ball Pastel Pink (shade 007) x 1 ball Small amount of Black (shade 060) for mouth Rico Creative Lame in: Gold (shade 002) x 1 ball 3mm (UK 11, US C/2) hook Toy stuffing Stitch markers 2 eye buttons, 8.5mm diameter Needle for embroidery Wooden ring Small amount of blusher for cheeks 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 Once all the baubles have been hung with care, pop this pretty little thing on the top of your tree for a Christmassy crochet…

You will need Sirdar Hayfield Bonus DK, 1 ball each in: Cream (shade 0812) Classic Red (shade 0833) 4mm (UK 8, US G/6) hook A tapestry needle Two small buttons Measurements ■ Each slipper measures 7cm (2¾in) long Tension ■ Tension is not critical for this project Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 82 This fabulous festive project has definite Scandi vibes, don’t you think? A teeny tiny pair of snuggly slippers is just right for a mini Mrs Claus when she settles down in front of the fire. Use your amigurumi skills to start this speedy make, then finish off with a touch of simple embroidery. These will look absolutely adorable on anybody’s Christmas tree. SLIPPER (MAKE 2) Using Classic Red, make a magic loop. Round 1 (RS)…

You will need Yarn and Colors Must-Have, 1 ball each in: White (shade 001) Peach (shade 042) Cardinal (shade 031) Soil (shade 028) 3mm (UK 11, US C/2) hook Tapestry needle Measurements ■ Each motif measures 5.5x9cm (2¼x3½in) Tension ■ Tension is not critical for this project Abbreviations 4-tr cluster: (yrh, insert hook in st indicated, yrh and pull up loop, yrh and draw through 2 loops) 4 times, inserting the hook in the same st each time, yrh and draw through all 5 loops on hook For standard abbreviations see page 82 G et on board with the Christmas jumper action and show some serious love for our favourite bearded man in a red suit. The Santa motif on Sara’s customisation project works like a dream, emblazoning a plain…

You will need Rowan Pure Wool Worsted in: Electric (shade 143) x 2 balls – A Ivory (shade 101) x 1 ball – B 4.5mm (UK 7, US 7) hook Square cushion pad, 40x40cm (16x16in) Measurements ■ 40x40cm (16x16in) Tension ■ 14 sts and 18 rows to 10cm (4in) over double crochet using a 4.5mm (UK 7, US 7) hook Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 82 Are you an intarsia novice? This cushion project is a great one to start with if you’re a little nervous of colour changes, as the snowy silhouette uses just two shades of yarn and comes with a helpful chart. Hooked in aran-weight wool, it’s perfect for cosying up with as the nights turn chilly. CUSHION Notes Cushion Front is worked in intarsia.…

You will need DMC Natura Just Cotton, For Penguin Aquamarina (N25) x 1 ball Ibiza (N01) x 1 ball Small amounts of Blé (N83) and Passion (N23) For Robin Ombre (N39) x 1 ball Passion (N23) x 1 ball Small amounts of Blé (N83), Aquamarina (N25) and Ibiza (N01) 3mm (UK 11, US C/2) crochet hook Small amount of toy stuffing Two small black beads Tiny white bobble for Robin’s hat Measurements ■ Approx. 10cm (4in) 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 see page 82 These sweet Christmas birds from Val Pierce are ready for the cold winds of winter – the robin decked out with a cosy bobble…

You will need Scheepjes Catona, 1 ball each in: Topaz (shade 179) – A Hot Red (shade 115) – B Snow White (shade 106) – C Forest Green (shade 412) – D Hazelnut (shade 503) – E Fir (shade 525) – F Cygnet Glittery, 1 ball in White – G 3.25mm (UK 10, US D/3) hook 3.5mm (UK 9 or 10, US E/4) hook Stiff card or plastic canvas Coloured beads Tiny red pompom balls Display board if desired Hot glue gun Measurements ■ Approx. 20cm (7¾in) high x 11cm (4¼in) wide x 20cm (7¾in) deep Tension ■ 20 dc and 26 rows to measure 10cm (4in), using 3.25mm (UK 10, US D/3) crochet hook Abbreviations MB (make bobble): (yo, insert hook into next dc, draw loop through) 4 times,…

You will need DROPS Safran, 1 ball in: Beige (shade 21) Small amounts in: Dark Brown (shade 52) Black (shade 16) Off White (shade 18) Red (shade 19) 3mm (UK 11, US C/2) hook Toy stuffing Measurements ■ 14cm (5½in) high 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 You’ll love working the easy rounds of dc to make this cute-as-a-button reindeer. Take a look at the notes below, for help with making a magic circle and working the round in a circle. Once you’ve made the head, you’ll need to tackle the antlers, ears, eyes and most importantly, the red nose, to bring Rudolph to life! He’ll look…

You will need Scheepjes Catona, 1 ball each in: Vivid Blue (146) – A Apple Green (389) – B Shocking Pink (114) – C Ultra Violet (282) – D Anchor Artiste Metallic, 1 ball in Gold (shade 300) – E 3.5mm (UK 9/10, US E/4) hook Tapestry needle 2 x A6 greeting cards, approx. 10.5x15cm (4x6in) Craft glue Measurements Tree measures 8.5x6cm (3½x2½in) Bauble measures 5x5.5cm (2x2¼in) Tension ■ Tension is not critical for this project Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 82 Hook up these festive motifs for your handmade cards and say ‘Happy Christmas’ with crochet. We love the vintage feel of this sweet bauble motif, which is worked using the amigurumi method in a continuous spiral – it would look gorgeous in any colour! Or craft…

You will need Anchor Artiste Metallic, 1 ball in: Gold (shade 300) King Cole Cosmos, 1 ball in: Stardust (shade 1099) 4mm (UK 8, US G/6) hook Measurements Place mat: approx. 25cm (10in) diameter Coaster: approx. 10cm (4in) diameter Napkin ring: Top approx. 5cm (2in) diameter, Ring approx. 12cm (5in) circumference Tension ■ Tension is not critical for this project Abbreviations Picot: Ch3, ss in top of st at base of ch3 For standard abbreviations see page 82 Aside form the food itself, a beautiful place setting is the perfect way to entice friends and family to your table – and what better way to serve up Christmas dinner than with this sparkling set of designs? Jenny has created a place mat, coaster and napkin ring, each worked using strands…

Whether it is holding 10 strands of chunky together for some arm knitting, changing two strands to create a fade or using a strand of mohair with a strand of 4ply for an ethereal effect – working with multiple yarns is all over the knitting and crochet world at the moment. Why should you give it a go? It’s a great technique to use for lots of reasons, as it allows you to play with colour and texture, you can combine different fibres and weights to create a bespoke yarn, and it’s an excellent way of eating into large amounts of stash! At the chunkier end of the yarn market, there is considerably less choice than at the finer end, so combining finer yarns to make your own chunky and…

You will need Debbie Bliss Aymara, 1 ball each in: Gold (shade 09) – Yarn A Amethyst (shade 13) – Yarn B Ruby (shade 12) – Yarn C Moss (shade 08) – Yarn D Debbie Abrahams Size 6 seed beads in Gold (31), 90 beads required 4mm (UK 8, US G/6) hook Stitch markers Brooch pin Measurements ■ Approx. 20cm (8in) at widest point; flower centre up to end of Round 4 measures 5cm (2in) across Tension ■ Tension is not critical for this project Abbreviations bdc3 (Beaded dc with 3 beads to each stitch): Bring a group of 3 beads up to the top of the yarn so that they are sitting as close to the hook as possible, insert hook into the next st, yrh beyond the group…

You will need Rico Ricorumi DK, 1 ball each in: White (shade 001) Raspberry (shade 013) Orange (shade 027) Lilac (shade 017) Purple (shade 020) Yellow (shade 006) Tangerine (shade 026) Blue (shade 032) Sky Blue (shade 031) Grass Green (shade 044) Light Green (shade 046) Emerald (shade 042) 3.75mm (UK 9, US size F/5) hook Toy stuffing Yarn needle Keyring or bag charm fixing 10cm (4in) wide piece of card Assorted beads Measurements ■ 7.5cm (3in) diameter, not including tassel Tension ■ Tension is not important for this project Abbreviations edc (elongated double crochet): insert hook in st two rounds below current round, yrh, pull yarn up level to current round, yrh, pull through both loops on hook to complete edc For standard abbreviations see page 82 Create a…

You will need For small giraffe DROPS Safran, 1 ball each in: Strong Yellow (shade 11) Light Brown (shade 22) Small amount of Black for eyes and horns 3mm (UK 11, US C/2) hook Toy stuffing For large giraffe DROPS Paris, 1 ball each in: Peach (shade 27) Medium Pink (shade 33) Small amount of Black for eyes and horns 4mm (UK 8, US G/6) hook Toy stuffing Measurements Small: approx. 15cm (6in) high x 9cm (3½in) long Large: approx. 21cm (8¼in) high x 13cm (5in) long Tension 24dc to 10cm (4in) using a 3mm (UK 11, US C/2) hook 17dc to 10cm (4in) using a 4mm (UK 8, US G/6) hook Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 82 Fill those stockings with toys galore to wake up to…

You will need Caron Simply Soft: Off White (shade 9702) x 3 balls – A 1 ball each in: Robin’s Egg (shade 9780) – B Dark Sage (shade 9707) – C White (shade 9701) – D Black (shade 9727) – E Chocolate (shade 9750) – F Burgundy (shade 9762) – G Harvest Red (shade 9763) – H Pumpkin (shade 9765) – I Gold (shade 9782) – J Chartreuse (shade 9771) – K Cobalt Blue (shade 9784) – L Bone (shade 9703) – M Blackberry (shade 0005) – N 5mm (UK 6, US H/8) crochet hook Toy stuffing 24 x 16mm buttons Dowel for hanging Measurements ■ 63.5cm (25in) wide x 94cm (37in) long Tension ■ 13 sts and 14 rows to 10cm (4in) over doubel crochet, using a 5mm (UK…

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You will need Stylecraft Special DK, 1 ball each in: Matador (shade 1010) Cloud Blue (shade 1019) White (shade 1001) Silver (shade 1203) Green (shade 1116) 4mm (UK 8, US G/6) hook Toy stuffing Stitch markers (optional) Measurements ■ Garland is approx. 1.75m long Tension ■ Tension is not critical for this project Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 82 H ow we love treats that are calorie free! Jenny’s designed a Christmas candy cane and a jolly doughnut to hang from a stripy cord and wrap around your tree. Aimed at beginners, this festive bunting is sweet and simple to make. FESTIVE BUNTING Candy cane Note Make in the amigurumi method, in the round, in a spiral (no ss to join rounds). Round 1 Using White, make a…

As I write, I’m gearing up for the imminent Village Show, where residents compete for the various cups and ultimately, the Family Bowl. We’ve won the Family Bowl before and, although it takes some polishing, it does look fab on the sitting room mantlepiece! This year I’ve called in the troops and taught my eldest granddaughter how to crochet so that there are two of us entering for the Crafts Cup. It’s nice that I can tell Love Crochet readers what we’re going to make without fear of fellow contestants knowing, as we won’t be on sale until the show is over! Who knows if we will win anything, but we’ll have fun trying. I’ve called in the troops and taught my granddaughter how to crochet so that there are…

You will need Debbie Bliss Donegal Luxury Tweed Aran in: Silver (shade 010) x 2 balls – Yarn A Oatmeal (shade 007) x 1 ball – Yarn B 5.5mm (UK 5, US I/9) hook 4.5cm (1¾in) diameter pompom maker (optional) A hot water bottle Measurements ■ 22x32cm (8½x12½in) to fit a standard 2-litre hot water bottle Tension ■ 13 sts and 11 rows to 10cm (4in) over patt, using a 5.5mm (UK 5, US I/9) hook Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 82 Other than a roaring fire, a toasty hot water bottle is our favourite simple winter luxury, and this snug design is just perfect with its cute collar and bouncy pompoms. The gorgeous tweed yarn is sprinkled with multi-coloured flecks and it’s pretty quick to knit up,…

You will need DMC Petra No.3 crochet cotton, 1 ball each in: Red (shade 5321) White (shade B5200) 2mm (US 4 steel) hook 4 snowflake buttons or similar for each side Silver ribbon bow Narrow silver ribbon, 0.5m (20in) Sewing needle and silver thread Stitch marker Measurements ■ Stocking measures approx 10cm (4in) high Tension ■ Tension is not critical for this project Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 82 You’re not really ready for Christmas unless you’ve got a stocking or two to hand. Traditionally, Christmas stockings are hung up by the fireplace ready to be filled, but this rather charming design by Val Pierce and Sue Stratford – embellished with buttons and ribbon – is small enough to hang on your Christmas tree. It may be little,…

Top tip Working with cotton yarn can be hard on the hands, so take regular breaks You will need DROPS Paris, 1 ball each in: Grey Blue (shade 30) Coral (shade 38) Off White (shade 17) Black (shade 15) Strong Yellow (shade 14) 4mm (UK 8, US G/6) crochet hook Toy stuffing Measurements ■ Approx. 12cm (4¾in) long x 8cm (3¼in) high Tension ■ 17 sts and 20 rows to 10cm (4in) over dc, using a 4mm (UK 8, US G/6) crochet hook Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 82 Small but perfectly formed, these mini motors are a great way to use up balls of cotton yarn from your stash, in all the colours of the rainbow. Make sure you keep your stitches nice and tight throughout, and…