Innholdsfortegnelse for 91 i Mollie Magazine

I usually use this space to share what the Mollie team have been up to, but this month I want to hear from you! We’re running an online survey and would love to know what you enjoy reading and making from the mag, as well as your crafting habits and obsessions. Turn to page 31 to find out more, and to check out the £200 worth of treats you could win for taking part... Once you’re done, there’s plenty to get you back to the business of crafting. Make Jenny Blair’s cute sloth hoop on page 18, add colour to your wardrobe courtesy of our tassel earrings on page 39, or get on the boho bandwagon with a macramé camera strap – two craft trends in one project. Turn the…

MAKE IT! LUXE TEXTURE LAMPSHADE MATERIALS Plain drum lampshade 1m (39 /8") blush pink velvet fabric 1m (39 /8") matching pink fringed trimming Double-sided sticky tape Fabric glue Old bank card Tailor’s chalk 01 Measure the circumference of the lampshade and add 1.5cm ( /8"). Cut a length of fringed trimming to this measurement. Measure the height of the lampshade and add 4cm (1 /8"). 02 Lay the velvet fabric wrong side (WS) up. Mark out a rectangle with tailor’s chalk using the measurements calculated in Step 1 and cut it out. 03 Using the tailor’s chalk, measure and mark a 2cm (¾") guideline along both of the long edges on the WS of the rectangle. Place double-sided tape inside the 2cm (¾") guidelines, roughly 1cm ( /8") up, and…

HOW TO MAKE… A MACRAMÉ CAMERA STRAP MATERIALS 30m (33yd) braided cotton rope, 0.25cm (/8") wide Two 4cm (1 /8") gunmetal finish swivel clasps Six large round wooden beads, 2cm (¾") diameter Masking tape Tapestry needle Industrial-strength glue Two clothes pegs Macramé gets functional and we’re seeing it in a new light. In fact, we’re certain this beautiful knotted strap will have us reaching for the camera, not just snapping pictures on our phones. It’s the ultimate accessory for travel and impromptu adventures, helping you keep your camera close for must-capture moments. Refer to the macramé guide on page 97 to familiarise yourself with the knots used before starting. 01 To start, cut six 5m (195 /8") lengths of cotton rope. 02 Fix one of the swivel clasps to the…

We do like Anthony Burrill's no-nonsense approach, so his upbeat letterpress prints are high on our most-wanted list. If illustration’s more your thing, opt for a botanical poster. How about figs for the kitchen? www.trouva.com; www.allthingswelike.com Effortlessly boho and doubles as extra seating? Sign us up. Bohemia Designs’ pouffes are handcrafted in Marrakech in lots of shades, but this metallic bronze version gets our vote. www.bohemiadesign.co.uk It’s as if everything we love about Berber-style rugs has been distilled into these two cushions – bring forth the fringed details and monochrome texture. www.madamstoltz.dk Give plant babies the spotlight (literally) with Bloomingville’s clever pendant lamp. Plus, an exposed light bulb = instant industrial vibes. www.amara.com The baskets-as-planters love affair continues, and these woven seagrass gems are helping fuel the passion. Roomy, rustic…

HOW TO MAKE… A FRINGED THROW MATERIALS 3m (11/8") light grey fabric (Fabric A) (we used Robert Kaufman Essex Yarn Dyed Homespun in Silver) 25cm (9 /8") patterned fabric (Fabric B) (we used Klippan Diamonds in Grey) 75cm (29½") pink plain fabric (Fabric C) (we used Robert Kaufman Essex Linen in Blossom) 25cm98") yellow contrast fabric (Fabric D) (we used Robert Kaufman Essex Linen in Sunshine) 2m (78¾") cotton wadding Matching sewing threads Grey embroidery thread Plain paper Natural fabrics, ikat-style prints and three different types of fringing – that definitely spells boho style, but somehow it’s all delicately balanced in a lightweight throw that’s as versatile as it is beautiful. We could see this simple sew spread over a bed or sofa, or used as a tablecloth. And,…

HOW TO MAKE… A CROCHET BACKPACK MATERIALS Bobbiny T-shirt yarn, 92% cotton/8% other, approximately 120m/131yd per 900g bobbin, two bobbins in Lilac with White Dots (ours was from 10mm (UK 000, US N/15) crochet hook 7mm (UK 2, US K/10½) crochet hook Two wooden beads, 2.5cm (1") TENSION Tension is not important for this project, but it’s important the stitches are tight so the bag doesn’t end up with holes in it ABBREVIATIONS (UK)  st(s) stitch(es) ch chain ss slip stitch dc double crochet wst waistcoat stitch – a double crochet worked into the centre V of the st in the row/round below; when working in the round work into the centre of the V from the round below and when working in rows work over the bar and…

Since I started painting my floral pieces two years ago, I’ve yearned to see them in fabric form. I have printed them on fabric, but my sewing skills are somewhat limited. That’s why I was so excited when DMC Embroidery reached out to me – I’d get to design floral pieces for embroidery patterns but never have to pick up a needle and thread? Sign me up! DMC sent me a folio of thread colour samples and it’s one of the coolest things I own. I’d sketch out an idea, create the shapes and colour them digitally, then use the folio to pick the exact shades. I didn’t know how the designs would look until I was sent the final photos, and I was amazed! They’re lovely and bright and…

Imogen Heath Imogen launched her business in 2012, three years after bagging a much-coveted buyer job at Topshop. She’s worked on ranges for Heals and The Design Museum and is always hunting for geometric and floral inspiration. Learn more about Imogen’s designs on page 26. www.imogenheath.com Nikita Crocker Botanical babe and papercrafter Nikita has always been drawn to crafts – one of the earliest projects she can remember making is elephants out of milk bottles and it’s been onwards and upwards from there. Make Nikita’s floral garland on page 58. www.wildpaperflorist.co.uk Susan Driscoll Susan’s a surface pattern designer and illustrator. She works from her home studio in Liverpool, designing for stationery, fabric, scrapbooking and interiors. Pattern and vibrant colours are always top of her agenda. Find Susan’s floral…

Whether you’re a stitcher or a papercrafter, a dressmaker or an illustrator, it’s likely that your craft is a form of self-expression. It can be how we communicate silently with others, showing our personality, taste and style to the world. But what makes our connection to craft so personal? From that light bulb moment when you think of a new idea to the ritual of crafting, and that final ‘yay’ moment when you finish a project, we all have our own quirks and ways of working that give us a unique relationship to our creations. TIME TO BREATHE For some, the process of crafting and creating is what makes their work distinctly ‘them’. While some quiet their minds, others discover answers to problems or come up with new ideas, and…

For Sara Carlton, a home is a constant work in progress. Taking on this renovation project on a budget has led to some surprising fixes, with plenty of room for her beautiful wall hangings. The 200-year-old cottage she shares with her photographer boyfriend Chris and cat, Cat (a stray who wandered into their lives), sits in a small village in County Durham, not far from where they grew up. “We weren’t looking to buy a house,” says Sara. “We were saving to go travelling, but this old wreck was such a steal that we just went for it. It was the perfect location for us in the countryside.” Once in, plaster and ceilings came down, and brick walls and piping were exposed. “We’ve gone for an industrial vibe,” Sara explains.…

01 NUTSCENE Shades of Violet, Twines and Raffia from Nutscene, producers of the finest twines. Ideal for crafts, so get creative! Jute, Cotton, Macramé Twines, Raffia and Flax. All available from our online store. www.nutscene.com 02 HAPPY FABRIC HappyFlex heat transfer vinyl can be used to update and decorate garments and textiles with UltraViolet tones.You can apply HappyFlex purple to most fabrics using an iron or a HappyPress. www.happyfabric.co.uk 03 GINGER LINE DESIGNS Reflect that glittery feeling you get from your yoga practice with this cosmic ‘Before Yoga, After Yoga’ metallic silver notebook. Fill it to the brim with all your positive affirmations, notes or sketches. www.notonthehighstreet.com/gingerlinedesigns 04 HOPPSYDAISY Hoppsydaisy make quirky, colourful home décor and accessories.Their felt ball-filled wooden letters are a unique personalised gift for special occasions. Choose…

HOW TO MAKE… KNITTED SOCKS MATERIALS Fyberspates CoopKnits Socks Yeah!, 75% fine superwash merino/25% nylon, 211m/231yd per 50g skein, one skein each in Sphene (104) (Yarn A) and Ruby (116) (Yarn B) 2.5mm (UK 12/13, US 1½) set of five double-pointed knitting needles, or 60cm (23 /8") circular knitting needle Two different stitch markers Yarn needle TENSION 32 sts and 44 rows in stocking stitch measures 10 x 10cm (4 x 4") ABBREVIATIONS (UK)  st(s) stitch(es) k knit p purl k2tog knit 2 sts together p2tog purl 2 sts together tbl through back loops st st stocking stitch (if knitting on straight needles – knit one row, purl one repeated. If knitting in the round – knit all rounds) sl1 slip on st from left needle to right needle without…

Lark’s head knot 01 Fold the cord in half along the length. 02 Slip the folded string on top of the object the lark’s head knot will be tied onto. 03 Pull the cord down around the object you’re tying the knot over, without twisting the cords, then pull the other two strands through the loop, as shown. 04 To tighten the lark’s head knot, hold the two cords in one hand and the object you have them tied around in the other. Pull until the knot is fastened at the top. Square knot 01 You’ll need two folded cords, secured with lark’s head knots, creating four cords. The two outer cords are the working cords. 02 Move working cord 1 over cords 2 and 3, towards the right. Pass…

Sarah Ashford Sarah is an obsessive quilter, embroiderer and fabric lover. She’s the founder of #greatbritishquilter on Instagram and can mostly be found in her studio, stitching up her latest designs. Sarah also sells quilt block patterns and sewing room decals in her Etsy shop, and shares quilting goodness on Insta @sarahashfordstudio. www.sarahashfordstudio.etsy.com Editorial team Editor Cath Dean (on maternity leave), Acting Editor Yvette Streeter, Senior Art Editor Helena Steele, Commissioning Editor Lindsey Newns, Production Editor Becca Parker, Deputy Art Editor Matilda Smith, Digital Editor Nina Camacho (on maternity leave), Acting Digital Editor Hannah Carr, Picture Editor Emma Georgiou…

Just when you thought you had all the slogan tees you’d ever need, Miss Patina treat us to this laid-back number in a playful mix of blue, white and red. Pop it in your basket now, and know nothing says it better than a kitty doughnut sandwich. www.misspatina.com TOP READ Insta-worthy Discover London’s pretty side (and its most Instgrammable spots) in Siobhan Ferguson’s new book. Based on the popular Insta account @prettycitylondon, it’s full of hidden gems, camera tips, beautiful maps and photo walks. www.thehistorypress.co.uk Stalf’s Cocoon Jumpshorts in parma violet might just be our favourite shade of spring, although they already had us at pockets.Wear with tights and a plain white tee until the warm weather hits. www.stalf.co.uk With calm greens and intricate detailing, we’d like all our snacks…

Imogen Heath hit the ground running with her business, launched in 2012. After a baptism of fire – three years spent buying and designing for Topshop – she gained all the experience she needed to launch her own brand, and now creates fabrics, wallpaper and home accessories for some of the biggest names in the industry, including Heals, The Design Museum and Liberty. Imogen’s style is inspired by both nature – think florals and feathers – and geometrics, all in beautiful shades and carefully chosen colour palettes. Today, Imogen’s fabric and wallpaper ranges are created in her studio, produced in-house or in British mills, and are sold to interior designers and showrooms throughout the world. But, as Imogen remarks wryly, “it can take ten years to build overnight success”. So,…

HOW TO MAKE… TASSEL EARRINGS MATERIALS Polymer clay in yellow, white, coral and blue Acrylic roller Small lozenge-shaped clay cutters Power drill or hand drill Fine-grade sandpaper Baking paper Pliers Two jump rings Two earring studs and backings Peach embroidery thread or 4 ply linen yarn Superglue Sewing needle Why save statement earrings for best when you can rock them on the daily? We’re fully in favour of all the tassels, all the time, and these danglers will look equally amazing if you’re going out-out, or with your daytime stripes and denim. It’s about adding a playful handmade touch to any outfit. We also love that polymer clay is kind of like playdough for adults, and with this project you get to break the rules a bit, mixing all the…

HOW TO MAKE… A RUG HOOKED STOOL MATERIALS 45 x 45cm (17¾ x 17¾") white hessian fabric 30 x 30cm (11¾ x 11¾") grey felt 35 x 2cm (14 x ¾") wooden quilting hoop Needle punch rug tool Paintbox Simply Chunky, 100% acrylic, 136m/149yd per 100g ball, one ball in Misty Grey (303), Peach Orange (154) and Vanilla Cream (307) WoolcraftNewFashionChunky 100% acrylic, 150m/164yd per 100g ball, one ball in Mint (160) 2mm (UK14, US B/1) crochet hook Marker pen Hot glue gun Masking tape Marius IKEA stool We’re always game for an IKEA hack, and when it involves our favourite new craft (we’re looking at you, rug hooking) in the dreamiest pastel palette, it’s a no-brainer. This loopy stool topper project is a practical way to showcase the…

HOW TO MAKE… A CROCHET CUSHION MATERIALS DMC Natura Just Cotton, 100% cotton, 155m/170yd per 50g ball, two balls in Blé (83) (Yarn A), one ball of each in Rose Soraya (32) (Yarn B), Turquoise (49) (Yarn C) and Ibiza (01) (Yarn D) 3.25 mm (UK 10, US D/3) crochet hook Yarn needle 40cm (15¾") round cushion pad TENSION Tension is not essential for this project ABBREVIATIONS st(s) stitch(es) ch chain ch-sp chain space ss slip stitch dc double crochet htr half treble tr treble dtr double treble yrh yarn round hook rep repeat beg beginning FINISHED SIZE Approx 40cm (15½") diameter Vintage-inspired colour palette? Check. Neat crochet rounds in a delicious combo of stitches? Oh yeah. This mandala-style cushion cover is like a bag of pick ‘n’ mix –…

HOW TO MAKE… A CAT YARN BOWL MATERIALS Air drying clay Craft knife Plate approx. 14cm (5½") in diameter Tea towel Two narrow wooden planks of equal length, approx. 1cm ( /8") wide Rubber kidney (or old bank card) Bristly paint brush Paint brush Acrylic paint in pink, white and black Varnish Rolling pin Plastic bag Cute pets are pure internet gold, and maybe you’ve got a four-legged floof that likes ‘helping’ with your craft projects. What you could really do with, though, is an equally cute but way more practical craft companion. Enter the kitty yarn bowl. The cuddle factor is somewhat lower, but hook your working yarn through the tail notch on the back and it’ll stop your yarn ball from going AWOL. Using air-dry clay, it’s super-easy…

HOW TO MAKE… A FELT SQUIRREL MATERIALS 30 x 23cm (12 x 9") chestnut red wool felt 10 x 7cm (4 x 3") light grey wool felt 20 x 18cm (8 x 7") aqua wool felt 20 x 18cm (8 x 7") floral print aqua cotton fabric 24cm (9½") thin pink ribbon Two 0.5cm (¼") dolls’ eyes Chestnut red upholstery thread Long sewing needle Matching sewing threads Embroidery thread in black, pink and green Soft toy stuffing Craft glue Pulling off a cape requires a certain amount of gumption. Squee-inducing red squirrel Twig has it in spades, making this swooshy garment ideal for her swashbuckling woodland exploits – leaping from branches or liberating secret caches of forgotten acorns. Use a 0.25cm ( /8") seam allowance throughout and find stitch guides…

BACKSTITCH This stitch is ideal for outlines, and it’s the one you’ll find you use the most. Come up from the back at point 1, then go down at point 2. Come up at point 3, then go back to point 1 and bring the needle through to the back. SATIN STITCH When you want to fill an area with a smooth finish, this stitch is the ideal choice. It’s best worked in small areas, because if the stitches are too long, they may snag. Come up at point 1, then go down at point 2. Come up at point 3, then go down at point 4. Repeat. Always work the stitches across the area you’re filling, coming up on the opposite side where your needle went down. FRENCH KNOT…