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We’re so excited to finally reveal the new Carnaby CAL we’ve been working on with designer Katie Jones – it’s a 2 in 1 make, where motifs work up into either a jumper or blanket, you pick! Get all the yarn to hook it FREE when you subscribe – see page 38. And if you’re already a subscriber, it’s good news! You may have noticed your magazine is now in paper wrapping instead of plastic polywrap. This paper wrap is 100% recyclable and made from sustainably sourced paper. In other news, we’ll be hooking up a bloomin’ marvellous collection of makes for the home (page 14) and trying (and failing) to resist the hooky charms of Erinna Lee’s simply adorable little deer (page 30). Enjoy!…

CUTE AMIGURUMI ANIMALS ELEANORE & MAURICE (£8.99, Search Press) We think everyone could do with a bit more whimsy in their life, and Eleanore & Maurice provide just that in their first book of adorable amigurumi animals. These 16 cuddly critters (including a koala, bunny and patchwork hedgehog) combine pastel shades of yarn with delicate floral fabric for a truly timeless look that will be loved for so many years to come. HARRY POTTER KNITTING MAGIC TANIS GRAY (£22.99, Pavillion) What would you see if you looked into the Mirror of Erised? We’d definitely see this book. Packed with over 25 authentic knits from the series that swept the nation, it’s sure to bring a bit of magic into your muggle life. With fun facts, original costume designs and film…

YOU WILL NEED ■ West Yorkshire Spinners The Croft (100% wool, 100g/166m) Yarn A Ollaberry (568) Yarn B Maryfield (761) See table for measurements and yarn quantities ■ A 5mm (H/8) hook For yarn stockists contact WY Spinners 01535 664500 www.wyspinners.com TENSION 13 sts and 11 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over half treble crochet using a 5mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 92 When the chill beds in, let this comfortable turtleneck be your winter weather consolation. A loose roll neck and pair of close-fitting sleeves add extra cuddle – and a stylish twist – to the classic jumper style. NOTES Sweater is worked in pieces which are joined together at the end. The Turtleneck is worked in rounds…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Lion Brand Heartland (100% acrylic 142g/230m) Mitts: ■ 1 ball of Glacier Bay (105) ■ A 5.5mm (US I/9) hook ■ A 6mm (US J/10) hook Scarf: ■ 2 balls of Glacier Bay (105) ■ A 7mm (US K/10½ or L/11) hook For yarn stockists contact LoveCrafts 01409 404010 www.lovecrafts.com TENSION Mitts: 14 sts and 10 rounds to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over half treble crochet using a 5.5mm hook or size needed to obtain correct tension Scarf: Tension is not critical for this project, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Mitts: To fit wrist measurement of 15-18cm (6-7in) Scarf measures 208x15cm (82x6in) ABBREVIATIONS lp (loop stitch) Insert hook into st, wrap working yarn around index finger of left hand, slide the hook underneath…

Iconic designer Katie Jones shares her journey from art student to design master, and the inspiration behind her latest make for us, the two-in-one crochet-along to make a colourful jumper or blanket. How has your style evolved over the years? I came into crochet a different way from most people I know. I trained at art school in knitwear for seven years, and went to a really creative university, Central Saint Martins, where it was all about finding your voice and owning your aesthetic. So I really got to practise creating a personal style in quite an academic way. Because of this, by the time I left uni and decided to set up a brand I felt like I already knew my image. For me the most important factors are…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Scheepjes Namaste (50% wool, 50% acrylic, 100g/85m) 1 ball each of: Yarn A Half Frog (605) Yarn B Marichi (608) Yarn C Firefly (607) Yarn D Mountain (613) Yarn E Fish (619) Yarn F Happy Baby (621) ■ 2 balls of Yarn G Dolphin (606) ■ A 6mm (US H/8) hook ■ 4 stitch markers ■ Large pompom maker For yarn stockists contact Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com/en TENSION Tension is not critical for this project, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Scarf measures 29x225cm (11½x88½in) ABBREVIATIONS FPdtr Yrh twice, insert hook around post of st working from front to back to front, yrh and pull up a loop, (yrh and pull through 2 loops) 3 times BPdtr Yrh twice, insert hook around post of st…

Crochet is a hobby brimming with positivity and possibility, so it’s sobering to think that disability or illness might hold some would-be hooksters back from creating. However, as society – and concordantly, its evolving appliances – have become more inclusive, the doors are opening further, allowing more opportunity than ever for people to take part. A BESPOKE APPROACH One way to widen inclusivity in crochet is to adapt the tools to suit the individual crocheter’s needs. Charities such as Remap provide bespoke products for those who may require additional help. Remap commented: “We are a national charity that helps disabled people of all ages to live more independent lives by designing and making customised equipment free of charge. We provide solutions to everyday problems when there is nothing commercially available.…

QUESTION MARK MOTIF PART 1 Ch13. ROW 1 Tr in 4th ch from hook, tr3tog, tr, 3tr in each of next 4 ch, tr in last ch. [16 sts] FASTEN OFF AND WEAVE IN ENDS PART 2 Ch2, 8dc in second ch from hook, ss in first dc to join. FASTEN OFF AND WEAVE IN ENDS KING COLE MAJESTIC WEIGHT DK CONTENT 20% polyamide, 50% wool, 30% acrylic BALL 50g/121m HOOK 4mm RRP £2.29 This budget yarn from King Cole features a host of qualities that justify its majestic moniker. Firstly the blend of polyamide, acrylic and wool means you get the sturdiness and uniformity you’d expect from a synthetic yarn, but with that added bit of softness that comes from the natural wool fibres. The yarn boasts a range…

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…

Since I was very little, I have always been a passionate crafter. But in recent years I’ve totally fallen for crochet! I love forming quirky characters, jewellery and home decorations with all types of yarn – it’s so versatile and I always use every last scrap of it so there is no waste. Back in August I decided to take part in Simply Crochet’s Granny Square Day 2019, as I had so loved being involved the previous year. I really wanted to design a square that was a little bit different this time. The evening before, an idea popped into my head; what if I created a granny square with an actual granny in it! It seemed such a fun and obvious thing to do! So that is how my…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Novita Isoveli (75% wool, 25% polyamide, 100g/130m) 1 ball of each: Yarn A Twinflower (508) Yarn B Graphite (044) ■ A 5mm (US H/8) hook ■ Stitch markers For yarn stockists contact Novita www.novitaknits.com TENSION 13 sts and 10 rows measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over half treble using a 5mm hook or size needed to obtain correct tension MEASUREMENTS Finished Hat to fit 56cm (22in) head circumference ABBREVIATIONS BPhtr Yrh, starting from the back, insert hook from back to front to back around post of indicated st, complete as htr FPhtr Yrh, starting at the front, insert hook from front to back to front around post of indicated st, complete as htr BPdc Starting from the back, insert hook from back to front to back around post…

YOU WILL NEED ■ DROPS BabyAlpaca Silk (70% alpaca, 30% silk, 50g/167m), 2 balls of Yarn A Off White (0100) ■ DROPS Brushed Alpaca Silk (77% alpaca, 23% silk, 25g/140m) 2 balls of Yarn B Curry (19) ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ■ Stitch markers ■ Pompom maker, large ■ Strong thread For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk TENSION 16 sts and 14 rounds measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over stitch pattern holding Yarns A and B as one strand, and using a 4mm hook or size required to obtain correct tension MEASUREMENTS Hat measures 48cm (19in) in circumference to fit 55-58cm (21¾x22¾in) head circumference ABBREVIATIONS FPtr2tog Yrh, insert hook as if to make FPtr around next st, yrh, pull up loop, yrh, draw through 2 loops on…

KATE ALINARI Kate is another of our designers who hails from Italy. Her grandmother taught her to crochet at six, and she believes crochet can help people feel happier. Find her blanket on page 14. KATIE JONES Katie’s star has not stopped rising since finishing her MA at Central Saint Martins! Her trademark style goes big on colour and texture, as demonstrated in her CAL – see it on page 48. LILIANA BUCE Liliana is a full-time crocheter based in Ireland. Her main focus is garments. Reading, cooking and music are her hobbies. Find her sweater on page 26. ESME CRICK Esme describes herself as equal parts crochet designer, teacher and mum and she’s never far from her hook. This issue, she’s created two gorgeous cushions – find them on…

VALENTINE MINIS If your love is too big to be contained in a lone crochet plushie, hook your valentine a whole set of amigurumi minis with this sweet collection from AradiyaToys. Buy the PDF pattern for all for £7.60 on Etsy. HUGGING HEART Two become one in this comedy crochet from dsMouseBears on Etsy. The instant download pattern costs £4.75. The Spice Girls would surely approve. VALENTINE SLOTH Visit CCsWhimsical Crochet on Etsy for a straightforward amigurumi pattern to make your own baby sloth – we mean for your valentine of course, not yourself... OH-SO CHUNKY Hook it up loud and proud with crochetperfume’s big love crochet pencil case/ cosmetics bag download chart. Buy the chart for £2.63 from Etsy. BIOLOGICAL LOVE If your loved one favours realism over the…

1 To make a half treble crochet stitch, work to where you want the htr and then wind the yarn round the hook (yrh). 2 Insert the hook under the top two loops of the next stitch in the previous row. Wrap yarn around the hook again (yrh). 3 Pull the yarn through the stitch only (3 loops on hook). 4 Yarn round hook again, pull the yarn through all 3 loops. You’ve made a half treble crochet. Continue working htr into next and following sts to the end of the row.…

Come January, lots of people like to set themselves New Year’s resolutions. I’m not one of them. I confess, I’ve never done well with the ‘shoulds’. You know the kind: I should exercise more, I should blame the cat less, I should not lie to my dentist about how often I floss. If my track record is anything to go by, those kinds of resolutions are doomed to fail and I end up feeling miserable. Instead, this year I’ve been thinking about ‘want to’ resolutions instead. I want to take my old roller-skates out for a spin. I want to grow giant pumpkins with my children. And I certainly want to do lots of new things with crochet. NEW TECHNIQUES I’d like to improve my stitch game this year. Despite…

YOU WILL NEED For entire CAL (Blanket or Jumper) ■ Stylecraft Special DK (100% acrylic, 100g/295m) 3 balls of each: Yarn A Black (1002) Yarn C Fiesta (1257) 2 balls of each: Yarn B Jaffa (1256) Yarn D Kelly Green (1826) Yarn E Mustard (1823), Yarn F Aster (1003) ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ■ Stitch markers For your local stockists contact: Stylecraft Yarns 04184 848435 www.stylecraft-yarns.co.ukFor other stockists, see page 52 CAL TENSION Tension is not critical for the Blanket; the finished measurements will be approx 138x138cm (54¼x 54¼in) if you make your motifs to the sizes stated. The fully reversible Jumper is one size only with an actual bust measurement of approx 120cm (47¼in), although there are guidelines at the end on how to adjust for a…

Jessica Bloom “When I think of Valentine’s Day, I think of flowers, and Love Hearts candy! I wanted to incorporate one of the little sayings from the Love Hearts into the design, and the colours worked perfectly to make some flowers too. The flowers around the banner are based on the shape of a forget-me-not which is one of my favourites, and also very fitting for a Valentine’s theme.” You can find more from Jessica on her Instagram @rocketgirlcrochet, or check out her website www.rocketgirlcrochet.com Elisa Oldman “When challenged to make a wreath for Valentine’s Day whilst on my honeymoon I had oodles of inspiration at my fingertips. I knew I wanted to incorporate traditional hearts and decided on small puff hearts floating around the rattan wreath. The smooth yarn…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Cascade Heritage Solids (75% merino wool, 25% nylon, 100g / 400m) 1 skein of each: Yarn A Strawberry Cream (5648) Yarn B Garnet Red (5714) ■ A 3.5 mm (US E/4) hook For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk TENSION Tension is not critical for this project but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Scarf measures 158x17cm (62¼x6¾in) ABBREVIATIONS pc (popcorn) 5tr in same st, drop the loop from hook, insert the hook in top of first tr (from front to back on RS row or back to front on WS row), place loop back on hook and pull through the first tr crossed tr Skip 1 st, tr in next st, tr in skipped st (working in front of first tr)…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Cascade Heritage (75% superwash merino, 25% nylon, 100g/400m) Gray (5660) See table for measurements and yarn quantities ■ A 5.5mm (US I/9) hook ■ Stitch markers For yarn stockists contact Cascade Yarns www.cascadeyarns.com TENSION 16sts and 22 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over pattern using 5.5mm hook or size needed to obtain tension ABBREVIATIONS reverse dc (RS) Work a dc stitch in each st, working from left to right (or right to left if left-handed) For a full list, see page 92 Earn your (cabled) stripes with this winter essential. The 4ply yarn makes it a light yet warm addition to your jumper collection. NOTES Jumper is worked from the bottom up in separate pieces for Front, Back and Sleeves. When working FPtr, do not work…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Scheepjes Namaste (50% virgin wool, 50% acrylic 100g/85m) 1 ball of each: Yarn A Eagle (602) Yarn B Lord of the Dance (632) Yarn C Crane (601) ■ A 5.5mm (US I/9) hook For yarn stockists contact Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com/en TENSION 3 triangles and 6 rows measure 10x8cm (4x3¼in) over triangle stitch pattern, using a 5.5mm hook or size needed to obtain correct tension MEASUREMENTS Finished Hat to fit 56cm (22in) head circumference ABBREVIATIONS BPhtr Yrh, starting from back, insert hook from back to front to back around post of indicated st, complete as half treble st FPhtr Yrh, starting at front, insert hook from front to back to front around post of indicated st, complete as half treble st ftr (foundation treble) Ch4 (counts as first…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Novita 7 Veljesta Pohjola (75% wool, 25% polyamide, 100g/200m) 1 ball of each: Ruka (881) Saana (800) Novita Natura (100% wool, 50g/100m) 1 ball of Lake (015) ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ■ A 6.5mm (US K/10½) hook ■ Stitch marker ■ Pompom maker, large For yarn stockists contact Novita www.novitaknits.com TENSION 14 sts and 17 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over stitch pattern MEASUREMENTS Hat circumference measures 48cm (18¾in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 92 of Simply Crochet Aran-weight yarn held double stranded equals a quick-hook hat that’s heavy enough for the bitterest winter weather. The blue tones we’ve used here are a great match for denim clothes. NOTES The Hat is worked in rows from the bottom up as a flat…

COASTERS Perk up your coffee table with this sweet set of coasters, designed by Emma Leith ■ Sirdar Country Classic (50% wool, 50% acrylic, 50g/125m), 1 ball of Chocolate Brown (854) ■ Sirdar Snuggly Doodle DK (90% acrylic, 10% polyester, 50g/125m), 1 ball of each: Pea Pod (200), Jammy (204), Chatterbox (202), Honeybunch (203) ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook TENSION Tension is not critical for this project, but may affect yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Coaster measures 13x13cm (5x5in) ABBREVIATIONS surface crochet Position yarn on WS of work, insert hook through fabric from RS to WS, yrh, pull loop through to RS, *insert hook through fabric moving in direction you want the surface crochet to travel, yrh and pull up a loop, pull through loop on hook; rep from *…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Scheepjes Organicon (100% cotton, 50g/170m) 1 ball of each: Soft Cloud (202) Frosted Silver (203) Soft Sky (216) ■ A 2.5mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook ■ Toy stuffing ■ Stitch markers ■ 2 safety eyes, 6mm ■ Stranded cotton in black and brown ■ Blusher and make-up brush (optional) For stockists contact Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com/en TENSION Tension is not critical for this project, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Deer measures 12cm (4¾in) tall ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 92 With his neatly coiffed hair and baby blue bow tie, this little deer’s dressed to his best and ready to party. Don’t forget safety eyes are only suitable for children over 36 months – swap them for sewn eyes if you’re…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Sublime Baby Cashmerino Silk DK (75% merino wool, 20% silk, 5% cashmere, 50g/116m) 2 balls of each: Squash (666) Splash (124) Little Linen (344) Pebble (006) ■ A 4.5mm (US 7) hook For yarn stockists contact Sublime 01924 369666 www.sublimeyarns.com TENSION Tension is not critical for this project, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Blanket measures 80x60cm (31½x23½in) ABBREVIATIONS moss tr Work as standard tr into skipped sts 2 rows below, working around the ch-sp in row below to enclose it For a full list, see page 92 Clever stitch combinations are what helps this Moroccan-shade baby blanket sing, and Sublime’s silk-blend yarn makes it truly luxurious. It’s also a great opportunity for beginners to tackle a range of stitches. NOTES Blanket is…

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 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 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 the tassel, approx 2cm from the top, to…

1 Identify the post of the next stitch. Then work yrh (as usual for a treble stitch) and insert hook into the front of the fabric, around the back of the post, and bring out hook on other side of post. 2 Work the rest of the stitch as you usually would for a treble, so yrh and carefully pull the loop of yarn out of the fabric – it should loop around the post of the stitch. 3 Work yrh again and pull the yarn through the first 2 loops. Yrh and pull the yarn through the remaining 2 loops to complete the front post treble stitch. 4 You’ll see how the stitch is raised up, compared to the rest of the fabric. Work more front post treble stitches…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Debbie Bliss Baby Cashmerino (55% merino wool, 33% acrylic, 12% cashmere, 50g/125m) 1 ball of each: Yarn A Rose Pink (94) Yarn B Camel (102) ■ A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook For yarn contact Love Crafts 01409 404 010 www.lovecrochet.com TENSION 20 sts and 10 rounds to measure 10x10cm (2x2in) over treble crochet using a 4mm hook or size needed to obtain correct tension MEASUREMENTS Beanie measures 34cm in circumference ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 92 A handmade gift is all about showing the ones you love, that you love them, and whether you’re gifting this to a new mum or delivering it direct to baby, this gorgeous vintage-style beanie is an elegant way to convey your heartfelt…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Scheepjes Whirligig (80% virgin wool, 20% alpaca, 450g/1000m), 1 cake of Yarn A Sapphire to Teal (213) ■ Scheepjes Whirligigette (80% virgin wool, 20% alpaca, 100g/215m), 2 balls of Yarn B Blue (255) ■ Basic sewing kit Floor cushion only: ■ Backing fabric, 77x77cm ■ Cushion pad, 75x75cm Small cushion only: ■ Backing fabric, 47x47cm ■ Cushion pad, 45x45cm For yarn stockists contact Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com TENSION 18 sts and 20 rows to measure 10x10cm (4 x 4in) over pattern using a 4mm hook or size needed to obtain correct tension MEASUREMENTS Floor cushion cover: 74x74cm (29½x29½in) before blocking Small cushion cover: 44x44cm (17¾x17¾in) before blocking ABBREVIATIONS mtr (mosaic treble) Work a standard tr in skipped stitch 3 rows below, working st in front of ch-sps Handmade?…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Scheepjes Metropolis (75% merino wool, 25% nylon, 50g/200m) 1 ball of each: Yarn A Munich (079) Yarn B Miami (069) Yarn C Liverpool (065) ■ A 5.5mm (US I/9) hook ■ A 5mm (US H/8) hook For yarn stockists contact Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com/en TENSION 14 sts and 18 rounds measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over double crochet using a 5mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 92 of Simply Crochet magazine A simple design is elevated into something special with clever use of double strands worked as one. In multi-strand crochet it can be easy to get your yarn tangled as you work, so consider using yarn bowls to keep your hookwork flowing smoothly. NOTES Hat is crocheted using double…