Simply Crochet is full of creative ideas for anyone who loves - or would love to learn - crochet. Crochet is a wonderfully versatile craft with endless possibilities of creative things to make. Inside you will find beautiful designs for the home, fashionable accessories to wear and gift ideas for all occasions. From lampshade covers to shawls, toys to blankets and gadget cosies to cardigans, Simply Crochet is a must-buy for creative crafters looking for new things to make. With clear, easy-to-follow instructions to ensure the best possible results every time, you'll be hooked on handmade from the very first page!***Please note: This digital version of the magazine does not include the covermount items you would find on the printed newsstand copies. ***
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CONTRIBUTORS • Celebrate the talented creators in this issue…
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Hooked • IDEAS ♥ INSPIRATION ♥ ACCESSORIES ♥ WEBSITES ♥ EVENTS STUFF
ALL MIXED UP • The playful patterns in these winter accessories don’t always match up, but they always look good together!
Party cardi • Ring in the autumn with the asymmetrcial colours and patterns in this cardigan by Bowie and George
All aflutter • Hook up matching moth and butterfly dolls designed by Ellie’s Craft Boutique
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HEATHER’S JOURNAL … from the studio • Heather Furnell of Hev’s Home Crochet loves a chunky yarn – and since she uses it so often, she has a few tips and tricks to share!
FLOWER GIRL • Decorate a favourite pair of dungarees with giant fluffy flower patches designed by Emma Friedlander-Collins
At full tweed • Dress to impress with this sophisticated short-sleeved jacket by Lisa Richardson
Patchwork pal • Kids can pretend to be Elmer the Elephant in this fun poncho by Kelly Wilson Moore
MAKE MINE MOTIFS • Selina Page, the talented designer behind the Elmer the Elephant pattern in issue 138, shares how crochet – and motif-made animals in particular – became her passion
Home comfort • Snuggle under Catherine Venner’s throw, inspired by traditional log cabin quilts
Picture perfect • Use yarn to paint a bucolic bouquet on a cowl by Florencia Campos Correa
Spooky bunting • We challenged two designers to come up with a fab design, each using the same yarn… which is your fave?
Head of state • Turn the new King Charles III stamp into this royally comfortable cushion designed by Maria Jęczmyk
Crochet’s quirky cousins • Love crochet? Why not try one of its not-so-distant relatives? Join us as we explore the secrets of crafts like nålbinding, Tunisian crochet, crotatting and Bosnian crochet
SPOOKY POOCH • Get your furry friend ready for trick or treating with this cute costume by Candy Downs
PAUSE & REFLECT • Inspired by shisha embroidery and cushions from her own childhood home, Pia Thadani combines crochet and mirrors in this tribute to Indian handicrafts
Birdstreet Yarn • Meet an indie dyer and indulge in a design with their skeins
Baby’s breath • Welcome a new arrival with a luxurious pram blanket like this almond blossom-inspired version by Alice Tarry
Christmas cheer delivered all year! • Give a giǽt they’ll really appreciate month aǽter month with a subscription to one of our magazines
F is for… FANCY • Treat yourself to some of the most luxurious yarns around, then use them for all sorts of exciting makes!
Show us yours • JOIN OUR GANG OF TREBLE MAKERS AND SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS AND MAKES WITH US, ♥ FOR A CHANCE TO BE FEATURED HERE, USE OUR HASHTAG #SCTREBLEMAKER ♥
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