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Our filet crochet feature is one of our favourite collections to date! Our colourful garments give an old technique an on-trend update, with modern shapes and stylish patterns. Be inspired from page 14. And talking of reboots, just look at the marvellous Moomintroll peeping out from page 33 – he’s the perfect pal to accompany you when you’re watching the new Moominvalley series! Did you take part in our ‘Colour your own Delft blanket competition’ from issue 80? Vote for your favourite from our five finalists on page 65.…

THE CROCHET WILDLIFE GUIDE PHILLIP HA AND JEFF WIEHLER (£21, Jeff Wiehler) Wildlife fans will love the 12 amigurumi creatures in the new Kindle release of this book, from a three-toed sloth to a flying squirrel. Detailed instructions are included, and there are suggestions for customisation so you can design your own unique animals. MINDFUL CROCHET EMMA LEITH (£12.99, CICO Books) Harness the benefits of mindfulness as you hook up 35 colourful projects from Emma Leith. Each pattern has been designed with repetitive elements of colour and stitches to help you relax, be in the moment and even manage pain. They are gorgeous makes in this book, too – also good for our wellbeing! MARKET BAGS TO CROCHET ANNIE’S CROCHET (£7.99, Annie’s Publishing, LLC) Whether you need a sturdy tote…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Scheepjes Maxi Sugar Rush (100% mercerised cotton, 50g/280m) Green-Yellow (245) See table for measurements and yarn quantities ■ A 2mm (US 4 steel) hook ■ Numerous stitch markers ■ Ribbon, approx 6mm wide x 1.2m length For yarn stockists contact Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com TENSION 10 rows x 13 filet squares to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over filet lace grid using a 2mm hook or size needed to obtain correct tension ABBREVIATIONS ch-3 picot Ch3, ss in st at base of ch filet block 3dtr worked into next filet unit (dtr in each st or ch-sp as appropriate) filet space (Dtr, ch2, miss next 2 sts) into next filet unit secret sew finish Cut yarn with 20 cm tail; gently pull yarn through top of last st made at…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Schoppel Wolle Zauberball 3ply (75% wool 25% nylon, 100g/420m), 2 balls of Fuchsienbeet (1536) ■ A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook ■ Stitch markers For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk TENSION 23 sts over 16 rounds to measure 10x10cm (4in) over pattern using a 3mm hook MEASUREMENTS Socks fit UK shoe sizes 5-8 ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 90 Never let the sun go down on a party with these knee-to-toe sunset socks, the perfect accompaniment to a pair of novelty wellies. NOTES Parts of the pattern are worked in a continuous spiral, without closing off each round with a ss. You may find it helpful to mark the last st of each round, moving the marker up as you…

Are you one of those people who spends hours hunting down different shades of yarn, only to go home empty-handed because you can’t find exactly what you want? Then creating unique colours with your own two hands could be the solution – it’s fun and fulfilling! We spoke with four yarn enthusiasts who each know a thing or two when it comes to hand-dyeing. Our exclusive insider’s guide will show you everything you need to know to dye your own yarn… beautifully. GETTING STARTED DIY dyeing yarn is surprisingly simple, but depending on your preferred approach, your toolkit will vary. “First, you need space – and lots of it,” advises Fiona Brennan of Sonic Yarns, who’s been a professional hand-dyer and designer since 2014. “You need to be able to…

Winners and runners-up will be chosen after a public vote. Entrants can only vote once. Closing date for votes is 30 April 2019. The overall winner will receive a prize of £150 and a yarn colour pack to make their blanket. The two runners-up will each receive a prize of £50 plus a yarn colour pack. All finalists will have their name and wording about their colour inspiration listed on the colour substitution and will be featured in Simply Crochet magazine. The yarn colour packs for the new colourways will be made available via Stylecraft stockists. The colour substitution documents for each new colourway will also be available as free downloads on the Janie Crow website. By entering the competition the five finalists have agreed that images of crocheted motifs…

Imagine a crochet stitch that’s 3D, easy to hook, wonderfully strokable, and can be any length… that’s bullion stitch! They’re a bit like embroidered bullion stitches, or puff stitches on their side, so they’re perfect for adding touchable texture to your crochet fabrics. ROLL WITH IT Also called roll stitch, bullion stitch involves making several yrh at the start and later pulling another loop through this coil of yarn loops. You can make the stitches any length you like, just by changing the number of yrh you work at the start. Each bullion stitch is secured with a ch1, so each one takes up the same space as two standard stitches. That’s fine if your fabric is made up of just bullion stitches, but if you’re working rows of plain…

1 Cut a piece of cardboard that’s about 5cm wide and as long as you’d like your tassel to be. Make a 1cm cut in one short end of the card. Tie a knot in one end of your yarn and secure it around the slot. 2 Wrap the yarn around the length of the card to the thickness you require. If you want to use more colours, knot the yarns together at the base of the card and carry on wrapping around. 3 Cut a small piece of yarn, thread under the yarn wraps at the top of the card and knot the two ends. Cut through the bottom wraps of the tassel and snip off the starting knot(s). 4 Cut another piece of yarn and wrap it around…

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WHAT IS FILET CROCHET? Here’s the lowdown on what you need to know... Filet crochet is an open, lacy technique that’s often used to show geometric patterns, images and lettering. The techniques involved are very simple – basic filet only uses chains and treble stitches, but with just these basic stitches, you can create an unlimited number of patterns, shapes and images. We’ll show you exactly how to work the technique and then you can use your new skills to make the garments from our modern filet collection, starting from page 14. Empty mesh Blocks and spaces HOW DO I WORK BLOCKS AND SPACES? Master filet crochet with these eight simple steps A simple filet crochet fabric is made up of treble stitches separated by chain spaces. To make a…

1 First, make sure you fasten off, weave in ends and block pieces. Place pieces wrong sides together. With a slip knot on the hook, insert it into the far right stitch on both pieces, work a slip st. 2 Make 1ch (the t-ch for dc). Insert hook into the 2nd stitch of both layers and work a dc stitch. Work more dc stitches in this way along the edge, as far as you need to. 3 Fasten off, weave in ends, open out the seam and lightly press from the wrong side. You’ll create a raised seam for a decorative effect on the right side (see above), using any colour of yarn. 4 In step 1, if you were to place your pieces with right sides together and work…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Stylecraft Special DK (100% acrylic, 100g/295m) 3 balls of White (1001) 1 ball of each: Lavender (1188), Parchment (1218), Silver (1203), Bluebell (1082), Wisteria (1432), Emperor (1425), Violet (1277), Grape (1067), Meadow (1065), Spring Green (1316), Khaki (1027), Lime (1712), Aspen (1422), Petrol (1708), Turquoise (1068), Sherbet (1034), Aster (1003), Royal (1117), Denim (1302), Cloud Blue (1019), Clematis (1390), Plum (1061), Magenta (1084), Raspberry (1023), Citron (1263), Lemon (1020), Saffron (1081), Camel (1420), Spice (1711), Shrimp (1132), Pomegranate (1083), Bright Pink (1435), Fondant (1241), Fiesta (1257), Pale Rose (1080), Candyfloss (1130) (Note that only a small amount of each colour is used) ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook For yarn stockists contact Stylecraft 01484 848435 www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk TENSION Square motif measures approximately 12x12cm (5x5in) using 4mm hook…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Stylecraft Classique Cotton 4ply (100% cotton, 50g/182m) Lapis (3689) For measurements and yarn quantities see table ■ 4 buttons ■ A 3.25mm (US D/3) hook For yarn stockists contact Stylecraft 01484 848435 www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk TENSION 22 sts and 11 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over pattern using 3.25mm hook or the size needed to achieve correct tension ABBREVIATIONS tr2tog (treble crochet 2 stitches together) *yrh and insert hook as indicated, yrh and draw loop through, yrh and draw through 2 loops; rep from * once more yrh and draw through all 3 loops on hook work3tog (work 3 stitches together) *yrh and insert hook as indicated, yrh and draw loop through, yrh and draw through 2 loops; rep from * once more, (yrh) twice and insert hook…

YOU WILL NEED For the blanket: ■ Stylecraft Wondersoft DK (100% acrylic, 100g/294m) 2 balls of Double Cream (1348) ■ Stylecraft Wondersoft Merry Go Round DK (100% acrylic, 100g/294m) 2 balls of Strawberry (3141) ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook For the cushion: ■ Stylecraft Wondersoft DK (100% acrylic, 100g/294m) 1 ball of Double Cream (1348) ■ Stylecraft Wondersoft Merry Go Round DK (100% acrylic, 100g/294m) 2 balls of Blue Denim (3122) ■ Cushion pad, 40x40cm ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook For yarn stockists contact Stylecraft 01484 848435 www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk TENSION Square motif measures 7.5x7.5cm, (3x3in) using a 4mm hook or the size required to achieve correct tension MEASUREMENTS Blanket 61x76cm (24x30in) Cushion 40x40cm (16x16in) (with cushion pad inserted) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 90 of Simply Crochet…

1 Make a foundation ring, as instructed in the pattern (see page 91 for more). Work the turning chain for the stitches you’re going to work (3ch for tr). Yrh and insert hook into the centre of the ring. 2 Yrh and pull yarn through the centre of the ring (3 loops on hook). 3 Finish the treble in the usual way (yrh, pull through first 2 loops, yrh, pull through rem 2 loops). Work all the trebles of the first round in this way, inserting hook into centre of ring. 4 Complete all the treble stitches of the first round as instructed in your pattern, pushing the stitches closer if you need to. Use a slip stitch to join the last stitch to the top of turning chain.…

We were really delighted to be asked by Simply Crochet to collaborate on a special pattern supplement to celebrate our 30th birthday – our Purl Anniversary! Inside you’ll find lots of lovely designs including comfy stripy cushions, cosy blankets for you and the family, a pretty V-neck cardigan and even a Prince Charming Frog amigurumi toy. We hope you will enjoy making these and other Stylecraft projects over the next 30 years.…

JULIETTE BEZOLD Juliette combines her love of the detailed and intricate, career in interior design, and passion for historical clothing into her work, creating unique fashion pieces like her cardi on p24. SIMONE FRANCIS Simone has been hooked on crochet for seven years and loves to design original, wearable garments. Take a look at her fabulous filet skirt over on p20. JANE CROWFOOT Jane is renowned for her colourful designs for interiors and imaginative work. Did you take part in the Delft blanket design competition? Discover the five finalists on page 65. TAMARA SEASHOLTZ Tamara’s 50-plus-year crochet addiction has coloured her life. Her current fixation is wearables that transform a simple dress into delicate elegance – see her shawl on p22. OTHER CONTRIBUTORS Veronika Cromwell, Collette Earley, Lucy Evans, Samanta…

CRAZY FOR COLOUR You’re not likely to lose these colourful markers in your stitch bag! Each pack contains eight fun plastic lock rings in assorted bright shades. By Berylune and available at www.noths.com. SUNDAY ROAST This classic roast beef dinner might just have you drooling as you hook! Order the lobster clasp option for crocheting. From KoPoUK on www.etsy.com. ROW-BOTS! Program these handy androids to count your rows and you’ll never need to reboot your stitching! Set of five from DesignedByEsme on www.etsy.com. PICK ‘N’ MIX Keep your crochet sweet with these tasty treats. Each set contains four markers and comes with a kilt pin too. Available from DianaSianCrafts on www.etsy.com. TOP OF THE POPS Made from crackle glass beads, these gorgeous Pop Drops look like tiny boiled sweets. They…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Novita Muumit (55% merino, 45% cotton, 50g/112m) 2 balls of Moomintroll (007) ■ A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook ■ Toy stuffing ■ Stitch markers ■ Black stranded cotton For stockists contact Love Crochet 01409 404010 www.lovecrochet.com TENSION Tension is not critical for this project, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Moomin measures approx 27cm (10½in) tall ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 90 Intrepid Moomintroll is awaiting his latest adventure – transforming into amigurumi. Will you help him? Take your time with his eyes as they’re the key to his expression. NOTES Moomin is worked in a continuous spiral, without closing off each round with a ss. You may find it useful to mark the first st of a round, moving the…

Lisa Harland, indie dyer www.fortheloveofyarn.co.uk “Ensure when you’re heating the yarn in the microwave your yarn is good and damp – scorched yarn smells awful!” Laura Shipley, owner of Wool in Bath www.woolbath.co.uk “Use a mask. Pro-grade masks are easy to get on the internet or in a hardware shop, so get the best one you can afford.” Jess Coppom, owner of Make & Do Crew www.makeanddocrew.com “With dip-dyeing with food colouring, it doesn’t matter how much water is in the dye bath – the colour saturation depends on how much dye is in the water.” Fiona Brennan, hand dyer and designer www.sonicyarns.com “Take lots of photos and notes. You think you’ll remember how you got that colour combination, but you probably won’t.”…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Stylecraft Life DK (75% acrylic, 25% wool, 100g/298m) 1 ball of each: Cream (2305) Oatmeal (2303) A small amount of each: Denim (2322) Navy (2313) ■ A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ■ Stitch markers ■ 40 Debbie Abrahams seed beads, size 6 in Denim (43) (available at www.debbieabrahamsbeads.co.uk) ■ 23cm zipper (available from www.johnlewis.com) ■ Lining fabric, approx 75x60cm ■ Basic sewing kit ■ 2m blue cord For yarn stockists contact Stylecraft 01484 848435 www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk TENSION 22 sts over 26 rounds to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over double crochet using a 3.5mm hook MEASUREMENTS Bag measures approx 24x30cm (9½x12in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 90 Inspired by the myriad blues of Delftware pottery, Jane Crowfoot’s Delft blanket has caused…

GALAXY GEAR Wendy Archer, who has just recently subscribed, created her own colourway of Margaret Hubert’s ombré cardi from issue 81. She says, “I couldn’t quite stretch to Scheepjes Woolly Whirl so used Hobbii Twister in Galaxy Glaze and this is the finished article.” Ooh yes, we are loving all these purples and blues Wendy! SPRING FEVER Yvonne (@vonny1955) made a stunning job of Kate Eastwood’s spring design from our seasonal wreaths calendar that came with issue 78. She even added in a spring bird using the pattern of the robin from the Christmas wreath, choosing her own coordinating yarns. An inspired touch,  Yvonne – we absolutely love it! JUMPING IN This stripy number is the first crocheted garment @flumpmakes has made. She hooked up Hannah Cross’ jumper from issue…

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 fingers 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 end of…

Should I confess that I’m one of those weird people who thinks that David Bowie’s career peak was playing Jareth the Goblin King in Labyrinth?LabyrSacrilege,asmyhusbandRic,a bona fide Bowie fan, never tires of telling me. Even so, when Ric asked me to crochet a Ziggy Stardust creation for his colleague Georgia, also a genuine acolyte of The Thin White Duke, I just couldn’t wait to get my hooks out. At the time, I was on maternity leave with my daughter, a lovely experience as anyone who’s looked after little ones can attest, but also exhausting and somewhat relentless. So at any given naptime, I would whip out some graph paper and coloured pencils, along with my hooks and yarn. To challenge my brain while not at my day job, I had…

PLAY IT COOL Up your style with this sophisticated but simple floral filet wrap. Fling it over any outfit and get yourself some high-end glamour straight off the catwalk. SKIRTING AROUND Take your crochet – and your wardrobe – to the next level with this killer flouncy skirt. With a tie and tassels it has just the right amount of boho chic. DRESS TO IMPRESS Say hello to your new wardrobe staple. This tunic dress is perfect to throw on over jeans, layer over a longer dress or team with shorts on holiday. Hate to say it but you might just need to hook up a few in different colours… FIESTA FOREVER Oh yes. Hot summer nights, we are ready for you – with this Spanish señorita-style glam shawl with…

Once again, it’s that time of the year – it’s a bit warmer, a bit lighter and you’ve been struck by that annual desire to spring-clean your home. But hoovering the drapes can wait. Spend your tidying time where you’d rather be anyway – deep in the crochet zone. SORT YOUR STASH A good place to start is with your stash. Do you keep your yarn in various plastic bags around the house? Shoved under the bed? Are your hand-dyes cohabiting with your acrylic bargain balls? Do you fear to even look? There is something to be said for a well-ordered collection of yarn. It is a thing of beauty. You can see what you’ve got at a moment’s notice and it makes selecting yarn for a new project easy…

Martine de Regt “I love making mandalas and working with bright and beautiful colours! This particular mandala is called ‘Here Comes Spring’, and I hope I’ve captured that feeling with my design. Spring always makes me think of fresh flowers and sunny days. Let’s hope my design makes the sun come out to play! “ You can find Martine on Instagram @martinederegt or visit her blog over at www.martinederegtcrochetlife.blogspot.co.uk Michelle White “I loved this challenge for getting me to approach design in a new way – a bit like Ready Steady Cook with yarn! The pinwheel mandala was inspired by memories of childhood family days out – picnics with oranges cut into quarters, sticky fingers, and pinwheels spinning away in buckets outside gift shops… there was also usually…

YOU WILL NEED ■ DROPS Muskat (100% cotton, 50g/100m) 3 balls of Yarn A Light Grey (19) 2 balls of each: Yarn B Pink (34) Yarn C Vanilla Yellow (30) 1 ball of each: Yarn D Black (17) Yarn E White (18) Yarn F Dark Orange (49) ■ DROPS Glitter (60% cupro, 40% metal,10g/700m) 1 spool of each: Yarn G Gold (01) Yarn H Silver (02) ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ■ 1 safety eye, 5mm ■ Cushion insert, 30x30cm ■ 4 buttons, 2cm For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk TENSION 18 sts over 18 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over dc st MEASUREMENTS Cushion measures approx 38x38cm (15x15cm) including border ABBREVIATIONS 5-tr cluster *Yrh, insert the hook into st specified, yrh and pull up a…

BABY FEET MOTIF Ch7. ROUND 1 Dc in second ch from hook, dc, htr, tr, 2tr, (3tr, ch1, 3tr, ch1, 3tr) in last ch, working into opposite side of ch, tr in next ch, dc in next 3ch, 2dc in same ch as first dc. FASTEN OFF and weave in ends. TOES Ch2. ROW 1 Dc in second ch from hook. FASTEN OFF, tie tails together and weave in ends. WOOL COUTURE BEAU BABY WEIGHT DK CONTENT 50% merino/50% acrylic BALL 50g/90m HOOK 3.5-5mm RRP £5.99 This lovely yarn is perfect for those extra-special delicate baby projects. Available in four sweet pastel shades (more to come), this merino/acrylic blend is lightweight and has a soft yet strong feel. The DK yarn has a 2ply construction, and thanks to the strong…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Deramores Studio DK (100% acrylic, 100g/250m) 5 balls of each: Yarn A Topaz Yarn B Rose Yarn C Vanilla Yarn D Fuchsia 2 balls of: Yarn E Frost ■ A 6mm (US J/10) hook ■ Stitch markers ■ Clover Tassel maker (optional) For yarn stockists contact Deramores www.deramores.com TENSION Tension is not critical, but may affect yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Blanket measures approx 130x130cm (51¼x51¼in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 90 Oh we do love a tassel or two… or in the case of this splendid creation, 20. Yes, bring it on! We can see this blanket is going to be our go-to summer number for lazing in the garden, picnicking with friends, and dancing round the living room pretending we’re in Strictly! (Surely…

SWEET DREAMS We’re going all the way back to issue 42 for the pattern for this gorgeous baby blanket made by @bootlebellecrochet for a friend. All together now – aww! OFF THE HOOK She’s not fishing for compliments but @laroombsoflondon whipped up this little fella in no time at all. Have you hooked our splendid koi design from issue 81 yet? MIND BOBBLING @sosewsally had a few false starts with issue 81’s starry jumper. “My brain decided to go awol so I kept miscounting my stitches!” You got there in the end Sally! CAKE OFF Even Paul Hollywood would approve of this showstopping creation! Using our pattern from issue 81 @woolymary has made her own fab signature bake.…

Most crochet patterns state the tension required, in rows and stitches of a specific type. Make a swatch at least 15cm square and check that your tension matches. Place a ruler across the swatch and insert two pins, 10cm apart. Then place the ruler along a column of stitches and insert two pins 10cm apart. Count the stitches and rows between the pins – if you have less than the pattern, your tension is too loose so you need to use a smaller hook, but if you have too many, use a larger hook. It’s usually better to match the stitches than rows, because you can always work more or fewer rows.…

YOU WILL NEED For both blanket and cushion: ■ Stylecraft Jeanie Aran (60% cotton, 40% acrylic, 100g/210m) 6 balls of each: White (1001) Texas (9352) ■ Stylecraft Special Aran (60% cotton, 40% acrylic, 100g/295m) 1 ball of each: Gold (1709), Lipstick (1246), Magenta (1084), Teal (1062) ■ A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook ■ A 4.5mm (US 7) hook ■ Cushion pad, 40x40cm For yarn stockists contact Stylecraft 01484 848435 www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk TENSION Each square measures 15x15cm, (6x6in) using 4.5mm hook or size required to achieve the correct tension MEASUREMENTS Blanket 104x134cm (41x52¾in) Cushion 40x40cm (16x16in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 90 of Simply Crochet magazine If you’re a fan of clean, crisp lines and a look that evokes the radical sixties, you’ll love these two. The blanket looks super…

1 Follow the instructions in your pattern, or try this method. Cut two pieces of yarn, twice as long as you want the fringe to be. Fold in half. 2 Insert hook through the edge of the fabric, where you want the first piece of fringing to be placed. Loop the yarn lengths over the hook and pull back through the fabric. 3 Pull the yarn lengths to make a small loop next to the fabric. Pass the ends of the yarn lengths through this loop and pull tight to secure. 4 Repeat from step 1 along the edge of your fabric, as close together or far apart as you wish. Use a matching or contrasting yarn colour. Trim any uneven lengths of yarn to create a neat finish.…

If you are a resident of Carcroft in Doncaster, chances are you have bought yarn from 80-year-old Phyllis Yapp at The Wool Shop in Owston Road. Phyllis opened her doors in 1986 and has been a Stylecraft stockist since the brand launched. “I have stocked Special DK for as long as I can remember and Stylecraft’s baby yarns have always been popular with my customers,” she says. Over the last 30 years her customers have changed quite a lot. “It used to be mums popping in to get yarn for school jumpers, but now I get a lot of people buying yarn for charity projects.” Preemie traffic light hats are especially popular at The Wool Shop and the knitting and crochet group Phyllis runs. They help hospital staff see at…

1 Start a treble as usual: yrh, insert hook in next stitch, yrh, pull up loop, yrh, pull through first 2 loops (2 loops on hk). Now start a 2nd tr and work it until you’re halfway through, as before (3 loops hook). 2 Without completing the first or 2nd tr, start a 3rd treble and work it until you’re halfway through, as before (4 loops on hook). (If you’re instructed to tr4tog, just repeat the process again.) 3 Now complete all the treble stitches together by working yrh and pull this loop through all the loops on the hook. 4 This is how your completed tr3tog should look. You will have neatly decreased 2 tr stitches. On subsequent rows, just work into the top of the tr3tog stitch as…

YOU WILL NEED For the star cushion: ■ Stylecraft Classique Cotton DK (100% cotton, 50g/100m) 1 ball of each: Poppy (3672), Shrimp (3674), Plum (3567), Hot Pink (3668), Wisteria (3664), Soft Lime (3663), Leaf (3097), Sunflower (3662), Sky Blue (3667), Fondant (3094), Ivory (3665), Black (3093) ■ 1m wide polyester wadding, 1m length ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook For the circle cushion: ■ Stylecraft Classique Cotton DK (100% cotton, 50g/100m) 2 balls of Ivory (3665) 1 ball of each: Fuchsia (3692), Soft Lime (3663), Azure (3671), Fondant (3094), Hot Pink (3668), Shrimp 3674), Sunflower (3662), Smoked Grape (3966), Lavender (3673), Plum (3567), Black (3093) ■ Circular cushion pad, 44cm diameter and 4cm deep ■ Hook and loop fastening tape, 30cm ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook For yarn stockists…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Stylecraft Classique Cotton DK (100% cotton 50g/92m), 2 balls in Soft Lime (3663) 1 ball of each: White (3660) Poppy (3672), Sunflower (3662) ■ A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook ■ Stitch marker ■ A pair of 15mm safety eyes (optional) ■ Strong wires (optional) ■ Polyester toy stuffing For yarn stockists contact Stylecraft 01484 848435 www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk TENSION Tension is not critical for this project MEASUREMENTS Approximately 23cm (9in) tall ABBREVIATIONS blo back loops only flo front loops only For a full list, see page 90 of Simply Crochet magazine OK, we admit it, we would definitely kiss this froggy pronto. Just look at those amazing toes! If there was any doubt about his royal lineage, he even comes with his own fur-trimmed robe and crown. Can…