Innholdsfortegnelse for March 2020 i Mollie Magazine

WE’VE GOT A NEW CRUSH AND IT’S JULIA FLANAGAN. The Aussie painter and sculptor has lent her joyous geo patterns to a gawp-worthy fashion collection with Gorman. The dream collaboration features Julia’s vibrant designs emblazoned across everything from jumpsuits and raincoats to quilted totes, and of course standout dresses like this beauty. One of each please. www.gormanshop.com.au BOOKMARK DIY BLOOMS Low-key always fantasised about becoming a florist? Big same. Enter Young Blooms Floristry School: a unique online subscription service that’ll have you flower faffing like a pro. Each month, subscribers receive two tutorials from award-winning florist Grace Farrimond, so you can hone your skills from home. www.youngblooms.co.uk OH JOY! KIDS’ BOOKS ARE OPEN for pre-order and we’re here for it. Authored by Joy Cho, Be Curious! and You’re Okay! are…

HOW TO MAKE A GEOMETRIC QUILT MATERIALS ■ 5.5m (6 yds) Robert Kaufman Kona Cotton Solid in Yarrow (Fabric A) ■ 1.5m (1½ yds) Robert Kaufman Kona Cotton Solid in Natural (Fabric B) ■ 6.1m (6 2/3 yds) Robert Kaufman Essex Yarn Dyed Linen Metallic in Camel with Gold Metallic (Fabric C) ■ White sewing thread ■ 2.5 x 2.5m (98½ x 98½") wadding ■ Ruler ■ Rotary cutter ■ Cutting mat ■ Cardboard ■ Masking tape ■ Hera marker ■ Thimble ■ Walking foot Inspired by the most beautiful time of day – usually just after sunrise or before sunset, when the sun fills the sky with a deep lustrous yellow – Laura Preston’s design uses just two colours and shapes to capture the essence of this golden moment.…

Founded by creative and photographer Elisabeth Dunker, the brand’s main designer, Fine Little Day champions passionate craftsmanship through its selection of environmentally friendly products. Looking to nature as a major inspiration, expect beautiful prints, posters, fabrics and more for your home. www.finelittleday.com…

“We opened in three weeks, stocking work from over 40 makers.” The Bristol Artisan is a curated space for contemporary design and craft, representing independent Bristol and UKbased designer-makers, with an emphasis on handmade sustainable practises. We stock a range of ceramics, jewellery, homewares, lighting, clothing, cards, gifts, original prints and beauty products. And, we also offer a selection of workshops to inspire creativity. In 2010 I began running craft and design markets and pop-up shops for designer-makers in London, working with cultural venues such as the Southbank Centre, the Design Museum and The Old Truman Brewery. I moved to Bristol four years ago and first came across the shop in 2017 – I was drawn to the green tiles on the exterior, and on first viewing, I knew it…

HOW TO MAKE A CHUNKY KNIT SHAWL MATERIALS ■ Mrs Moon Plump Superchunky yarn, 80% superfine Merino/20% baby alpaca, 100g/70m per skein, one skein each of Bubblegum (Yarn A), Gooseberry Fool (Yarn B), Fondant Fancy (Yarn C) and Pavlova (Yarn D) ■ 10mm (UK 000, US 15) circular needles at least 60cm (24") long ■ Yarn needle TENSION Approx. 9 sts and 20 rows to 10cm (4") square in garter stitch ABBREVIATIONS (UK)  st(s) stitch(es) k knit k2tog knit 2 sts together k3tog knit 3 sts together sl1 slip one st purlwise PSSO pass slipped st over by lifting it over the st just worked and dropping it as if casting off FINISHED SIZE Approx. 156cm x 28cm (61½ x 11") Move aside scarves, easy-wear shawls are stepping into the…

HOW TO MAKE PAINTED MIRRORS MATERIALS ■ Sticky-back plastic ■ Three side plates ■ Paint brushes ■ Acrylic paint in several colours ■ Sticky tape ■ Gold or silver leaf (ours was from www. therange.co.uk) ■ Nail varnish remover ■ Small circular craft mirrors (ours were from www.therange.co.uk) ■ Matte spray varnish ■ Super glue ■ Picture hanging strips Create an at-home gallery with a difference, using items you’ve already got in the cupboard – bet you never thought your least-favourite china would come in so handy. These fun and freewheeling patterns are an opportunity to practise your painting techniques with very few rules – the main one being to just have fun with it. Because these plates are for your wall and not your table, there’s no need for…

HOW TO MAKE A TUNISIAN CROCHET MAT MATERIALS ■ Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton yarn, 100% mercerised cotton, 100g/170m per ball, one ball in Ecru (Yarn A) and one ball in Black (Yarn B) ■ 5mm (UK 6, US H/8) Tunisian crochet hook with 40cm (16") cord ■ Yarn needle ■ Blocking mats TENSION Approx. 18 sts and 15 rows to 10cm (4") ABBREVIATIONS (UK) st(s) stitches ch chain yrh yarn round hook RS right side FINISHED SIZE Approx. 25 x 38.5cm (10 x 15"), excluding fringe If you’ve always seen yourself as either Team Crochet or Team Knitting, it’s time to bridge that divide. Worked by holding multiple loops on the hook, Tunisian crochet is the ultimate craft collab, creating a fabric with bundles of texture. We’ve used it to…

HOW TO MAKE CROCHET SLIPPERS MATERIALS ■ Paintbox Yarns Simply Chunky Yarn, 100% acrylic, 100g/136m per ball, one ball in Stormy Grey (304) (Yarn A) ■ Stylecraft Special Chunky Yarn, 100% acrylic, 100g/144m per ball, one ball in Copper (1029) (Yarn B), small quantity in Cream (1005) (Yarn C) ■ 6mm (UK 4, US J/10) crochet hook ■ 5mm (UK 6, US H/8) crochet hook ■ Yarn needle ■ Pom pom maker, 6.5cm (2 5/8") TENSION Approx. 7 sts and 8 rows to 5 x 5cm (2 x 2") over dc ABBREVIATIONS  st(s) stitch(es) ch chain ss slip stitch dc double crochet yrh yarn round hook dc2tog double crochet 2 together – (insert hook in next st, yrh and draw loop through) twice, yrh and draw through all 3 loops…

HOW TO MAKE A MYSTICAL EYE EMBROIDERY HOOP MATERIALS ■ Embroidery thread (we used DMC Stranded Cotton in white (Blanc), dark pink (221), light pink (223), black (310), light brown (435), dark green (520), sage green (522), grey (926), blue grey (931), light blue grey (932), khaki green (3051), dark green (3362), burgundy (3721), light burgundy (3722) and dark violet (3740)) ■ Embroidery hoop ■ Black cotton fabric ■ White fabric marker ■ Glue gun Unleash your inner mystic and add intrigue to your wall with this one-of-a-kind stitched piece that’s guaranteed to command attention. Embroidery is such a relaxing craft – all you need to do is immerse yourself in the pattern and let the magic happen. 01 Refer to the stitch guides on page 90 for the different…

HOW TO MAKE A CANE WEBBING PLANTER MATERIALS ■ Four picture frames ■ Cane webbing ■ Wood glue ■ Wooden dowel ■ Plywood ■ Saw ■ Sandpaper Whether you’re looking for an excuse to buy a new plant baby, or you just want to make a throne for your one and only, you’ll love this modern homeware hack. Terian’s clever planter may look straight out of the 70s, but it’s actually made from old photo frames. Give those lying around a new lease of life, or hit up your local charity shop instead. Before you start, roll out the cane webbing and place something heavy on top for a few hours – this’ll help flatten it out. And, to protect the inside of the planter from water damage, line the…

Born in Wenzhou, China and raised in Budapest, Hungary before moving to the UK for university, Sian Zeng was exposed to a variety of cultures from a young age. Receiving an art education in three countries greatly influenced her style: “It’s often why people say, after seeing my work, they don’t quite know where to place me.” A prevailing theme of Sian’s work is storytelling. One of her earliest memories of narrative art was in primary school when her teacher showed her how to draw a princess. “I loved it not just for its beauty and detailing, but because there was a story attached,” she explains. From that moment onwards, Sian drew hundreds of princesses, each with a different background story, “so I could imagine all their different lives”. In…

MINIMAL MONOCHROME Forget the stark Scandi style from days of old – this new aesthetic layers natural textures and soft, cosy materials to create a tactile, inviting space filled with calming hues. 01 Hôtel Magique proves a simple line drawing can go a long way with their bold When a Shell was a Flower print. Frame it and display somewhere that’ll catch your eye on the reg. www.hotel magique.com 02 Drawing you in through organic forms, intriguing shapes and handmade touches, Bloomingville’s 2020 Nordic range shows pared-back neutrals can be the most statement look of all. www.bloomingville.com 03 Reminiscent of that legendary rug we all know and love, this Berber-style Nela throw not only looks good draped over your furniture, it doubles up as the cosiest blanket for chilly nights.…

HOW TO MAKE A GYM BAG MATERIALS ■ 75cm (29½") quilting cotton (we used Hello in Navy by Ruby Star Society from www. woolwarehouse.co.uk) (Fabric A) ■ 50cm (19¾") waterproof coated polyester (we used Waterproof Coated Polyester in Mustard from www.raystitch.co.uk) (Fabric B) ■ 80 x 50cm (31½ x 19¾") lightweight quilt wadding ■ 30 x 60cm (11 7/8 x 23 5/8") stiff interfacing ■ 40cm (15¾") closed-end zip ■ 2.5m (98½") cotton webbing, 2.5cm (1") wide ■ Matching sewing thread Giving you all the reasons to get prepped for your favourite activity – that’s sewing, not the gym – this handy carry-all makes a statement and is roomy enough to fit all your sporty essentials. Plus, if you’re keen to add some new techniques to your repertoire, like putting…

There’s never been a point in history more focused on sustainability than the year 2020. With more awareness than ever of how the planet is suffering at our hands, many of us are choosing to spend our money in places that help rather than harm. The concept of sustainability comprises three pillars: economic, environmental and social, also known as profits, planet and people. The good news is that if you’re a small business, you’re likely halfway there already. Bryony Morgan lectures on sustainable event management as well as running Made in Bristol (www. madeinbristolshop.co.uk), an events and retail-focused project aimed at collaborating with designer-makers to help build their businesses. “Small, creative businesses are more sustainable by definition,” she points out. “You’re making less to begin with, and you likely have…