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NEWS & REVIEWS FEATURES

06 IN THE LOOP 14 HEARTH & HOME
Discover The Crochet Project’s new book, a Dedri Uys remembers past winters and the
fab new ami subs club, gorgeous news yarns joys of crocheting cross-legged on the floor
and patterns, plus meet talented designers with her family. She shares her Cosy Flower
Irene Strange and Rachele Carmona. Rug for such an occasion.
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09 YARN REVIEWS 24 BLANKET CROCHET-ALONG
This issue Sarah Moran reviews a host of Join in our exciting, new, mystery blanket
lovely yarns to tempt your hook this winter, CAL by Annelies Baes! It’s worked in Yarn
including wool, acrylic and a luxury blend. and Colors Epic, a bright aran-weight cotton,
and starts with a colourful ripple section.
11 OFF THE HOOK
Welcome in the new year with our pick of 84 CHUNKY YARNS
colourful new homewares and accessories. With winter upon us, what could be better
than cosy, on-trend, chunky yarns? Sarah
12 BOOK REVIEWS Shrimpton picks up her biggest hooks… 11
Be inspired by in-the-round designs to make
stylish homewares, a collection of cute 98 FINAL THOUGHT
amigurumi bugs and beetles, crocheted Meet designer Sarah Reed who chats about
flowers, and The Learn to Crochet Project. cute amigurumi and trying new techniques.

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48 Zig-Zag 49 Frosted 51 Colour Block

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56 Granny
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IN THE LOOP
BLOGS | BOOKS | REVIEWS | EVENTS | INTERVIEWS

T R E AT S GA L OR E! We Love
➻ We’re thrilled
to hear that
Amanda Bloom
at the lovely Little
Box of Crochet
has just launched
a new, quarterly,
Not So Little Box
of Crochet – filled
with even more
goodies! The first, Hygge November box
(£58) had a warm and cosy theme, with a
fabulous snuggly ponchette project and
all the materials to make it, plus an array
of luxurious gifts including a pinecone [NEW BOOK]
pendant, cinnamon and orange soy candle
and handmade stitch marker. We can’t wait
for the Love You February box! Keep an eye
Inspire beginners
on the website for release dates, ready to ➻ Joanne Scrace and Kat Goldin have turned their attention to beginners
indulge in some much-deserved “me time”. with The Learn To Crochet Project book, where you’ll find the designers’
www.littleboxofcrochet.co.uk trademark beautiful photography, simple steps, and encouraging sense of
humour. “Having taught hundreds of beginners to crochet between us we
know very well what helps and hinders,” say the designers. “Our 80-page
TURN TO PAGE 88 guide takes you from selecting your first hook and ball of yarn through
[ S H O P S W E LOV E ] FOR MORE GREAT
INDEPENDENT to following a chart and written pattern.” Beginners can show off their
Yarn Yarn YARN SHOPS! newly acquired skills with four beautiful, wearable projects: a cowl (basic
stitches), mitts (following a pattern, making something to fit), hat (working
➻ Crochet designer Julie Colquitt in the round, decreasing) and shawl (lace patterns, picots, increasing). Plus
set up Yarn Yarn, based in Fife in the book is spiral bound so stays open while you hook! Print copy £12, www.
Scotland, 10 years ago. Her yarns are thecrochetproj.etsy.com. PDF £10, from The Crochet Project’s Ravelry shop.
all handmade from waste by women
in rural and deprived areas of India.
She specialises in sari silk ribbon, silk
yarns, organic and recycled yarns.
“Our customers love the recycled C A L L I N G A L L A M I G U R U M I FA N S !
handmade element and that we
provide women with their only source ➻ Passionate crocheter Jess Woodhouse has just the
of income,” says Julie. “Our products thing to brighten our winter mornings. She’s launched
are colourful and full of texture, just a monthly amigurumi subscription club, ami2u, packed
like the colours of India! We are a small with an exclusive mystery amigurumi project, squishy
company with a personal touch.” You yarns and lovely gifts. Jess, an NHS project manager
can also find Julie on Facebook at and co-founder of the 700-member-strong Norfolk
www.facebook.com/yarnyarnfiber. Crochet Club
www.yarnyarn.co.uk Facebook group, has joined forces
with the talented Alison Holloway of
Petalscraftsandme to bring subscribers
adorable designs. See Pearl the Polar
Bear from the December box – what
a cutie! Plus, you’ll receive a stash of
gorgeous Affection Aran Cotton from
Three Bears Yarn to hook your amis.
£19.95/month, from www.ami2u.co.uk.
Find Jess on Facebook @ami2u.co.uk,
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News etc

DIARY
✽ 1–3 FEBRUARY 2018
THE STITCHING, SEWING &
HOBBYCRAFTS SHOW
This popular show heads to EventCity
in Manchester. Find inspiration and
supplies for yarn crafts, dressmaking,
papercraft, jewellery making and more.
www.stitchandhobby.co.uk

✽ 15–17 FEBRUARY 2018

[ N E W YA R N ] CRAFT 4 CRAFTERS

Sweet stitches A three-day show brimming with textile

displays, workshops and over 170 craft
businesses. Demonstrations include
➻ Looking to hook a cute make for baby? Check out Love Crochet’s new Paintbox Baby DK making paper flowers and piecing quilts.
range. In a super-soft, easy care blend of acrylic and nylon it comes in a rainbow palette of 35 At Exeter Westpoint Arena, 10am–5pm.
www.craft4crafters.co.uk
fantastic shades, from pastels and brights to neutrals, for any project you have in mind and
to match any nursery colour scheme. It’s good value too. Plus, don’t miss two free comforter ✽ 7 & 8 APRIL 2018
patterns with sweet stuffed crochet animals for little hands to hold on to or cuddle up to: SPRING INTO WOOL Don’t Miss!
Bear Hug in Vanilla Cream and Baby Blue, and Snuggle Bunny in Champagne White and A wonderful show for lovers of
Misty Grey. Too cute! £2.89/50g ball, www.lovecrochet.com crochet, knitting, feltmaking, weaving,
The lovely folk at lovecrochet are giving Inside Crochet readers 15% off Paintbox Baby DK spinning and dyeing. Back for its second
year with many of the same 70 exhibitors
yarn. Just enter code BABYCROCHET when you order. Offer valid until 24 January 2018. as last year. Held at the Grammar School
in Leeds. Tickets £4.50 in advance.
www.springintowool.co.uk

✽ 6-9 JULY 2018

GARTUR STITCH RETREAT
W E LOV E … The Crochet Project’s second retreat
These adorable elephant and zebra amigurumi from will take place at Kat’s farm at the edge
of the beautiful Loch Lomond and
TS Min in Malaysia. Also check out her other colourful Trossachs National Park in Scotland.
characters, including dolls representing the astrological This retreat will give you a chance to
relax, recharge, make new friends and
signs (Capricorn as a green-haired mermaid), traditional
improve your crochet and knitting skills.
Chinese zodiac animals (love the unscary dragon), and £500, www.thecrochetproject.com
a duck playing a banjo! PDF pattern approximately
£5.60. www.littlebamboohandmade.etsy.com ✽ 7–12 OCTOBER 2018
KNIT & CROCHET IN THE
WEST OF IRELAND
Enjoy a holiday based in County Clare,
Ireland, with workshops led by Carol
Meldrum amid the charm and rugged
landscape of the Aran islands.
£1,295 for a twin room for five nights.
www.arenatravel.com/
our-holidays/stitchtopia

WORKSHOPS
✽ TUESDAY 27 FEBRUARY
LEARN TO CROCHET
Learn the best way to hold the yarn and
hook, basic foundation stitches and
[ N E W PAT T E R N S ] finishing techniques. Held at Lechlade

Wintery treasures
Craft Barn in Gloucestershire. Includes
materials, tea and coffee. Please bring
lunch! 10am–3pm, £35.
www.lechladecraftbarn.com
➻ Feast your eyes on two scrumptious patterns from Tatsiana Kupryianchyk that are sure
to add the wow factor to any room this season. Whether we get snow or not, her Wintery
✽ THURSDAY 19 APRIL
Octagon Mandala will bring a touch of snowflake magic with its combination of linen stitch
GRANNY STRIPES
and cables creating a gorgeous, soft textured fabric. We think it looks stunning in two shades Suitable for beginners and improvers,
and makes an eye-catching doily or pot holder for the table. Next up, Tatsiana’s Pastel you will learn how to make colourful
Triangles Pillow pattern is made in corner-to-corner crochet and join-as-you go – check creations using a simple but addictive
technique. Includes a crochet kit with
out her YouTube tutorial for some tips on making at www.bit.ly/2A7obEy. Tatsiana chose
yarn, pattern, guide and hook. Held in
Scheepjes Softfun shades, or delve into your stash for any leftover DK yarn and see what Covent Garden. 7–9.30pm, £36.50.
lovely colour combos appear! Wintery Octagon Mandala PDF, approx. £5.20 at Tatsiana’s www.teaandcrafting.co.uk
Ravelry shop. Pastel Triangles Pillow, free pattern, from www.lillabjorncrochet.com

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CROCHET
ENTREPRENEURS
We chat with ami designer Irene Strange about
pastel palettes and cute owls and bunnies.
www.irenestrange.etsy.com

[ N E W YA R N ]

Happy birthday! Irene Strange lives in London with her I also collect vintage ornaments and

Sloth and flamingo © Zoomigurumi books.

husband and their four-year-old boy and toys, and enjoy looking at other crochet
➻ To celebrate their 12th birthday, Blacker two-year-old girl, in a Victorian flat with designers’ work. There are just so many
Yarns have released a showstopping tall ceilings, complete with cobwebs and possibilities with this craft; it’s wonderful
limited-edition DK yarn, Brushwork, which rickety sash windows. to see what other people design.”
creates a luxuriously warm, lightweight and Irene designs adorable amigurumi- With so many cute designs to her
lofty fabric. If, like us, you’re a fan of rare style toys and small crochet accessories, name, what are her most popular? “Oh,
British fleeces, you’ll love the fine blend which she sells on Etsy and Ravelry. “I’ve that’s definitely owls and bunnies!”
of Scottish Bowmont, British alpaca, and been experimenting with different ways laughs Irene. “I have a few patterns
Castlemilk Moorit – a Scottish breed with a of constructing the toys to make the that mix texture and different crochet
bouncy fudge brown fleece, of which there shapes more natural,” she says. “I really techniques with toy design, and those
are reputed to only be around 1,000 left in like organic shapes and natural or soft have been quite popular. It’s hard to
the UK. Brushwork comes in a gorgeous pastel colour palettes. I’m interested in pinpoint a formula for a winning design,
palette of eight muted, rustic shades, Montessori education, so I try to make I just make things that I find interesting
spanning greens to blues, mauve, dusky toys that would fit with that ethos. and hope that others will too!”
pink, mustard and a neutral hue. Just the “I love the combination of cute and As with most creative people, Irene
thing for all sorts of lovely, cuddly layers! useful, and vintage-inspired animals. I do does find fitting it all in can be quite a
£8.40/50g, www.blackeryarns.co.uk try to make patterns that are beautiful juggling act. “I actually wish I was faster
to look at and fun to play with, and and more focused on producing great
sometimes I succeed at both!” work,” says Irene. “My mind gets so
Irene studied graphic design and easily distracted. I still find it easier to
worked in the design industry until her focus when the deadline is imminent,
son was born. “I still freelance now and which is a very bad working habit!”
then but I’m hoping to focus more and Working for herself is something
more on my crochet,” she says. Irene has taken in her stride. “It’s great
Her grandmother taught her to to be able to make things you love and
crochet and knit when she was little. Then share them with other crafters. The best
at university she discovered amigurumi part is being creative. The worst part
toys. “The more I worked with computer is the book-keeping! At the moment I
screens the more I wanted to make things do everything myself so things like that
with my hands. I was doing research and take me away from ‘making’ time.”
came across amigurumi toys on Flickr. What can’t Irene live without in her
Around the same time I visited Japan workspace? “My sketchbook! I’m a
and stumbled upon gorgeous amigurumi messy scribbler, getting sketches and
books. They were so inspiring I just had to patterns down on paper is a must.”
COL OU R BL OCK S try making my own.” And what’s in store for 2018? “I’ve got
➻ For colour-drenched makes look no further As to Irene’s biggest inspiration, a few designs in progress that I’m really
than Stylecraft’s new Batik Swirl DK cakes, she says it’s nature. “We spend a lot excited about – I’m looking forward to
in the same cosy, acrylic wool blend as Batik. of time outdoors, looking at bugs and releasing them! After that, who knows
Batik Swirl has a subtle dappled effect and animals – everything is fascinating. what project will come along next…”
comes in six beautiful colour combinations
which reveal exciting colour blocks as you
hook, so you can let the yarn do all the work!
Pick from Foxglove, Purple Mist, Rainbow,
Stargazer, Poppy Field and Blue Ocean.
Check out the fun granny square cushion
patterns, too – there’s a choice of two
fabulous designs and whichever colourways
you choose, they’re sure to be super-soft and
snuggly additions to your sofa.
Batik Swirl, £9.99/200g ball; cushion
patterns 9487, www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk

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[ YA R N R E V I E W ] [QUESTION TIME]
YARNS

Add to your stash WE LOVE W E A SK ED

OU R R E A DER S…
WORDS SARAH MORAN

Do you like crocheting with

chunky yarn?
WILLOW & LARK RAMBLE Don’t forget, we are now offering a free
➻ Part of the new brand Willow & Lark, one-year subscription to Inside Crochet
available exclusively from LoveCrochet, for our favourite response, so send us
this superwash DK yarn crochets up with your comments!
the warmth and density you would expect
from pure wool and creates a very smooth, WINNER! COOKIE
easy-to-wear fabric. Ramble is available ➻ I like crocheting with all yarn, but
in 30 colours inspired by Britain’s natural 100% wool • 50g/125m/136yds the instant gratification of whipping
landscape – we love this Ice Grey. £4.79 from www.lovecrochet.com up a hat or cowl in chunky yarn is hard
to beat. (We quite agree Cookie – turn
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SIRDAR IMAGINATION cowl design! Inside Crochet team)
➻ Perfect for cosy sweaters and cardies,
this washable, acrylic, chunky weight yarn
creates a warm, lightweight fabric which ➻ JanineMH: It’s brilliant for making
crochets up easily, leaving an attractive, things quickly. A great sense of
flecked look which is ideal for winter completion and satisfaction!
accessories. Colours are limited to eight, with
a good choice of neutral blends and some 100% acrylic • 100g/160m/174yds ➻ Mel: Depends on the project and the
stronger shades such as this vibrant Horizon. £4.59 from www.woolwarehouse.co.uk fibre it’s made of. Sometimes it’s nice to
be able to work up a project quickly, and
chunky yarn helps that along.
BERGÈRE DE FRANCE
MÉRIMOS 2.5 ➻ Kelly Wilson Moore: Yes! Mainly
➻ Beautifully lightweight, 4ply yarn because it crochets up quickly so you
available in a tempting selection of muted can get that quick hooky fix.
tones, perfect for baby or child’s garments,
with the bonus of being machine washable ➻ Seven.firs: Yes! It works up so fast
at a low temperature. Mérimos 2.5 is a and is so squishy. I find that large hooks
pleasurable crochet with gorgeous stitch 100% Merino wool • 50g/225m/246yds can be a little less comfortable to work
definition and a light, soft and pliable fabric. £5.29 from www.deramores.com with, but not enough to put me off!

➻ Audabod: Yes, not only for the

WENDY PURITY speed in completing projects but
➻ This aran weight mix of cotton and chunkier yarns give you a different
Merino has a chainette construction texture and look from smaller yarns.
that is smooth to crochet and results
in a dense fabric that’s warm to wear ➻ Alicecloseknit: Love using chunky
and feels light and soft. There are eight yarn for warm, snuggly accessories like
available shades, and the natural tones scarves! Perfect for this time of year!
such as Mist and Frost are particularly
appealing. Good for the transition 70% cotton/30% wool • 50g/100m/109yds ➻ Wildaboutyarn: I love using chunky
from winter to spring. £3.60 from www.laughinghens.com yarns for bags and rugs but mostly,
I use it to teach children! I love seeing
their faces when their project grows.
AMANO PACHA
➻ The 50% silk content gives this luxury yarn
a stunning sheer and the lightest of textures,
making it the perfect “treat” yarn for smaller FOL L OW!
projects such as gloves and cowls which will
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With a colour range of deep, earthy tones righouse
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WE LOVE
➻ Have you got a bit of time to crochet for RACHELE CARMONA
charity? Get Hooked on Crochet’s
Ali Campbell is busy raising funds for TELL US A BIT HOW DID YOU START DESIGNING?
Dorset Cancer Care Foundation. Just pop ABOUT YOURSELF… I posted a photo of a blanket I had
to her website and follow her free, simple I’m just a girl made on Instagram in 2012, and
pattern to crochet her pretty little blue crocheting in someone commented, ‘Do you have
and red heart brooch. Send it to Ali at the Texas with a a pattern for this?’ I took a moment
address on her website, and she’ll do all hubby and our to think, and said ‘Yes!’ Then I got to
the rest. Or you may feel inspired four kids, and work designing it and put it up for
to arrange your own fundraiser! four fur-babies. sale over that weekend. It’s been a
For more information, please visit COULD YOU TELL US A BIT ABOUT WHAT whirlwind ever since. Sometimes you
www.gethookedoncrochet.co.uk/ YOU DO? I design crochet patterns, just don’t know who you’re going to
crochetforcancer for self-publishing and commissions influence with kind words! 
for Scheepjes Yarns. My obsession is WHAT IS YOUR BIGGEST SOURCE OF
blankets, with the occasional shawl! INSPIRATION? I love looking at fashion,

“I love looking at fashion, architecture, paintings,

quilting, paper art… I see blankets everywhere!”
HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN BLOGGING? architecture, paintings, quilting, paper
I began blogging in 2013, but really art… Believe it or not, I see blankets
began to take it seriously in 2016. everywhere I look! I’d describe my
WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO START style as geometric and mixed prints. I
BLOGGING? Well, when I wanted to often combine different style and size
start showing the world what I was motifs or stitches in the same blanket.
up to, crochet-wise, I knew I would WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE CROCHET
have to start a blog. I really started DESIGN IN YOUR COLLECTION? I really
blogging to document my finished love my Amazon Blanket. It was so
pieces and it blossomed from there. fun, both to design and to make.
DO YOU USE ANY OTHER SOCIAL MEDIA? WHAT ITEM COULDN’T YOU LIVE
[MINI SKEINS] My main hangout is Instagram, but WITHOUT? My digital scales! I am

Happy bundles you’ll find me on Facebook and

YouTube as well. I’m trying to use
constantly weighing everything to
make calculations and projections.
➻ All good things come in small Pinterest more! It’s a life saver!
packages, right? And these bundles HAVE YOU MADE NEW FRIENDS THROUGH WHAT ARE YOU WORKING ON AT THE
of five 10g mini skeins of delicious Baa BLOGGING? I have definitely met some MOMENT? I’m working on my book,
Baa Brew DK make a sweet treat for of the nicest, most like-minded people to be published by Interweave in
yourself or a crocheting pal. Each bundle through blogging. In real life I am quite summer 2018. I’m also trying to
is unique, with a random selection of reserved, so to build relationships with launch a mini-mag called ShadeTree.
beautiful shades which you can look crafters through the help of the world It’s going to be a collection of
at before clicking to buy. You may well wide web has been wonderful! patterns with a theme, and I can’t
already be familiar with the gorgeous HOW DID YOU LEARN TO CROCHET? wait to share it with you all!
Baa Baa Brew – a sumptuously soft I taught myself how to crochet in WHO ARE YOUR FAVOURITE OTHER
100% British Bluefaced Leicester DK college using books and with the help BLOGGERS, DESIGNERS OR AUTHORS?
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lovely way to sample its joys. campus in Texas. Brooklyn Tweed, and Kaffe Fassett.
50g Baa Baa Bundle, £7,
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 ➻ IN THE LOOP
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WE REVIEW NEW AND EXCITING RELEASES Lalylala’s Beetles, Bugs

and Butterflies
Lydia Tresselt • SewandSo, £16.99
US terminology
➻ If you think that bugs
and beetles don’t sound
completely adorable, then
be prepared to be proved
very wrong! This super-
cute collection of patterns
combines sweet amigurumi design with fun
photography to create a story of dreams and
adventure as a caterpillar journeys through
the world of insects on her way to becoming
a butterfly. Designs include moths, ladybirds,
pupae, stag beetles, snails, aphids and even
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Twenty To Crochet:
Crocheted Flowers To Wear
Anna Nikipirowicz • Search Press, £4.99
US and UK terminology
➻ This colourful collection of
floral designs is a great way
to use up scraps and leftover
pieces of yarn, turning them
into a selection of flowers that
range from the stylised to the
cleverly realistic. Whether you fancy a stylish
brooch for your winter coat (we particularly
like the snowdrop and hydrangea), an
adornment for your bag or a child’s dress, or
a fun bracelet design, there’s something for
you here, and it’s great value too.
Round And Round Turn to page 69 to make the delicate
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The Crochet Hook
Emily Littlefair • TUVA Publishing, £14.95
US terminology The Learn To Crochet Project
Joanne Scrace & Kat Goldin
The Crochet Project, £12 print, £10 PDF
➻ Crochet is such a wonderful craft to work in the round – simple UK terminology
stitches worked upon stitches, building up round after round of ➻ Joanne and Kat of design
colour and texture, easy to refine into any number of projects. This brand The Crochet Project have
collection uses simple in-the-round designs to create a selection hundreds of hours of crochet
of stylish homewares, from cushion covers to shoulder bags, and teaching behind them, and this
from rugs to table runners. The patterns are all worked in pure book is a combination of their
cotton yarn, and designed to be worked in a few hours or, at most, a few days. knowledge and expertise, both
Emily has created a distinct colour palette and feel to the collection, but about crochet and also about the different
there’s still a great feeling of variety, from the layers of colour and texture that ways that people learn and understand it.
make up Winnie’s Wonderland Blanket (a great sampler style design perfect for Beginning with reassurances and tips, they
practising different stitches) to the monochromes of the Flower Petals Cushion guide readers through the basics of hooks,
and the Pineapples & Lace Cushion. We particularly love the clean lines and yarn and stitches, with photos illustrating the
delicate white framing of the Stars In The Night Sky motifs and the retro shades techniques. And of course there are several
of the Sunny Citrus Cushion. The book also includes an illustrated guide to the stylish patterns, all in The Crochet Project’s
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 Gorgeous knitting, crochet & embroidery supplies

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 HEARTH & HOME

In association with

Dedri Uys
MAGICAL SNAPSHOTS
Dedri Uys evokes memories of family gatherings and shares a rug pattern for
some cross-legged-on-the-floor crocheting in the winter evenings…

I cannot quite believe that it is almost 2018 already! photos of my sister as she posed in front of my
I would say 2017 has been a year of many rewards mandala wall. Another one is of me (sitting cross-
for me, but it has also been a year of hard work! So, legged on the floor in front of the tree) making the
on the one hand, I am sad to say goodbye to it, but motifs for Ada’s Blanket (issue 91) and listening to
on the other hand, I am excited about the fruits this the boys chatting to my brother-in-law.
work will produce in the new year. The most memorable snapshot, though, is of
My nostalgia always kicks into overdrive around receiving the first copy of the Sophie’s Universe book
Christmas time. The South African Christmases and watching my sister’s face as she handed it to me
of my youth were short-sleeved, jolly affairs, with so that I could sign it for her.
family members descending in droves. There were This year, we will once again have the great
watermelon fights, family barbecues, and early fortune of spending the time with a few family
morning swims; late night hide-and-seek in the members – this time my parents-in-law and my
orchard and Rummikub around the kitchen table; husband’s sister. As we prepare the house for their
cold ham with salads and mustard aspic, and the lazy visit (stash away all my unfinished projects, hide
hum of ostriches and the buzz of cicadas at dusk. most of my yarn and notions, sort through the
Although I miss these big family gatherings avalanche of designs and scraps on my desk, clean!),
more than I can say, I have become accustomed to, I am becoming increasingly excited.
and quite fond of, our smaller white Christmases I have already put the crochet fairy lights and
(though there’s not been much snow to speak of in snowflakes to one side so that we can pop them on
the last few years!). There is something undeniably the tree when they arrive, and I’ve made a brand new
magical about Christmas in winter. Crocheting by cosy rug so that this year’s cross-legged-on-the-floor
the light of the twinkling tree is as close to crafty crocheting will be more comfortable than last year’s.
bliss as it is possible to be. The serenity – so at odds This rug is the very pattern I am sharing with you
with the rest of the year – is much appreciated. this month. It uses two strands of yarn held together
Last year, we had the privilege of spending to create a sturdy fabric with a subtle ombré effect. I
Christmas with my sister and her husband. chose my colours to reflect the sights/sounds/smells
Sometimes, I remember things in snapshots. One of of winter in the Karoo. You are, of course, free to
the snapshots I remember from that time is taking change your colours to better reflect your own story.

“There were watermelon fights, family barbecues, and

early morning swims; late night hide-and-seek in the
orchard and Rummikub around the kitchen table”

Dedri Uys is a crochet designer and blogger. Find her online at

www.lookatwhatimade.net and on Instagram and Ravelry as BarbertonDaisy.

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 Top tip!
Block your finished rug
when you’re done
to even out the

Cosy Flower Rug stitches and help

it lie flat.

MATERIALS PATTERN NOTES Rnd 3: [2htr in next st, 1htr] ten Rnd 15: [2tr in next st, 13tr] ten
● Scheepjes Roma Big, Work with one strand of yarn A times – 30htr. times – 150tr.
100% acrylic, 220g/132m/144yds and one strand of yarn B/C Rnd 4: [2htr in next st, 2htr] ten
Yarn A: Shade 3 x 3 balls held together. times – 40htr. Rnd 16: [2tr in next st, 14tr] nine
● Scheepjes Wanderlust, Rnd 5: [2htr in next st, 3htr] ten times, 2tr in next st, 13tr, 1htr, cut
100% acrylic, 100g/232m/253yds This pattern is worked in a times – 50htr. one strand yarn B and add one
Yarn B: Paris 466 x 1 ball spiral. Do not join at end of Rnd 6: [2htr in next st, 4htr] ten strand yarn C – 159tr, 1htr.
Yarn C: Rudesheim 468 x 1 ball round, use a marker to denote times – 60htr. Rnd 17: 3dc, *miss 2 sts, (1tr, 1ch)
● 10mm hook start of rounds and move this up (Rug may not be lying flat at four times in next st, 1tr in same st,
● Stitch marker as you go. this point.) miss 2 sts, 5dc; rep from * 14 more
times, miss 2 sts, (1tr, 1ch) four times
TENSION Changing between htr and tr Rnd 7: [2tr in next st, 5tr] ten in next st, 1tr in same st, miss 2 sts,
Work Rnds 1–3 to measure rounds helps to keep the rug flat. times – 70tr. 2dc – 80dc, 80tr, and 64 ch-sps.
12cm/4¾in in diameter using If your rug “bowls”, change a Rnd 8: [2tr in next st, 6tr] ten
10mm hook, or size required to round to tr instead of htr. If it times – 80tr. Rnd 18: *Sl st in next st, miss next
obtain tension. “curls”, change to a round of htr Rnd 9: [2tr in next st, 7tr] ten 3 sts, (3dtr in next ch-sp) four
instead of tr. times – 90tr. times, miss next 3 sts; rep from *
MEASUREMENTS Rnd 10: [2htr in next st, 8htr] ten 15 times, join to first sl st with a
Finished rug measures 74cm/29in RUG times – 100htr. sl st – 192 dtr, 16 sl sts.
in diameter. START With one strand each Rnd 11: [2htr in next st, 9htr] ten Rnd 19: [Crab st (see Special
of yarns A and B held times – 110htr. Stitches) in next 12 sts, miss next
SPECIAL STITCHES together, make an adjustable Rnd 12: [2htr in next st, 10htr] sl st] 15 times, crab st in next 12 sts,
Crab stitch: Insert hook in st ring, leaving a 10cm/4in tail. ten times – 120htr. join to first crab st with sl st, fasten
immediately to right of st just Rnd 1: 1ch, 1dc, 9htr in ring, pm Rnd 13: [2htr in next st, 11htr] off – 192 crab sts.
worked, yoh, pull back through st, – 1dc, 9htr. ten times – 130htr.
yoh and pull through both loops Rnd 2: 2htr in each st around Rnd 14: [2htr in next st, 12htr] FINISHING END
on hook. – 20htr. ten times – 140htr. Weave in ends.

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 Wrap up warm on cold days and crisp country walks with
our snuggly yet stylish fashion and accessories
Photographs leanne jade photography and kirsten mavric
Styling claire montgomerie Hair and make-up nicki henbrey

➻
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 Cosy Colourblock Scarf
by Carmen Heffernan
Using Deramores Mod
Wool Aran
Pattern page 51

winter shades
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 Big Bobble Cowl
by Sarah Shrimpton
Using Stylecraft Swift Knit Mega
Pattern page 60

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 Target Cardigan
by Cassie Ward
Using King Cole Big Value Chunky
Pattern page 40

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 Frosted Bark Cowl
by Anna Hooker
Using Debbie Bliss Baby
Cashmerino Tonals
Pattern page 49

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 Cabled Scarf
by Annelies Baes
Using Greener Wool Marl
Pattern page 44

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 Granny Square Mitts
by Veruska Sabucco
Using Herdywool
Pattern page 56

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 Tunisian Hoodie
by Hayley Joanne
Robinson
Using Jarol
Shetland Mist DK
Pattern page 36

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 THE
MYSTERY BLANKET
PROJECT

brought to you
in association with

PART

RIPPLE EFFECT
ONE

Start our mystery blanket crochet-along by Annelies Baes,

which begins with a colourful ripple crochet section.

W
ith the start of a new year, we think it’s chevron pattern, simple to work in front of the TV on
a wonderful time to begin a stunning cold nights. It works through the colours of the yarn,
new project – and this beautifully giving you a chance to see how they all work together
bright blanket is just the thing! Slowly before moving on to the next section in issue 98 – you
revealing itself over the next four issues, it’s a may find some flowers turning up in this part…
gloriously colourful design worked in 25 shades of Part of the fun of a crochet-along, of course, is
a fabulous aran-weight cotton yarn from Yarn and sharing your work with others, and we can’t wait
Colors that will crochet up quickly on a 5mm hook. to see how you all get on! Please do share photos of
The first part, the centre of the blanket, eases us your work in progress on Facebook, and don’t forget
into the design with a simple ripple effect. It’s made to tag us on Twitter and Instagram as you build up
of easy increases and decreases that create a pretty your blanket. Happy crocheting!

“It’s a gloriously colourful design worked in 25

shades of a fabulous aran-weight cotton yarn”
chain tr tr2tog
chainchain tr tr tr2togtr2tog

6 6 6

5 55

4 4 4

3 33
2 2
2
1 1
1

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 ADD TO THE STASH
Buy this aran-weight cotton from
www.woolwarehouse.co.uk

PART ONE
START Row 1: (RS) Using
yarn S, 110ch, 1tr in
fifth ch from hook, 1tr in each of
next 7ch, (1tr, 3ch, 1tr) in next
ch, *1tr in each of next 9ch, miss
3ch, 1tr in each of next 9ch, (1tr,
3ch, 1tr) in next ch; rep from *
three more times, 1tr in each
of last 9ch, turn – 5 upward
ripples, 4 downward ripples
and 2 side points.
Row 2: (WS) 3ch (counts as first
tr), tr2tog, 7tr, (1tr, 3ch, 1tr) in
first 3ch-sp, *9tr, miss next 2tr,
9tr, (1tr, 3ch, 1tr) in next 3ch-sp;
rep from * three more times, 7tr,
tr2tog, 1tr in top of 3ch, turn.
Row 3: 3ch (counts as first tr),
tr2tog, 7tr, (1tr, 3ch, 1tr) in first
3ch-sp, *9tr, miss next 2tr, 9tr,
(1tr, 3ch, 1tr) in next 3ch-sp; rep
from * three more times, 7tr,
tr2tog, 1tr in top of 3ch, turn.
Change to Yarn J.

Row 3 forms pattern row. Cont

in pattern changing colour every
three rows according to colour
sequence list as folls:
Rows 1–3: Yarn S.
Rows 4–6: Yarn J.
Rows 7–9: Yarn T.
Rows 10–12: Yarn M.
MYSTERY BLANKET Rows 13–15: Yarn B.
Rows 16–18: Yarn R.
Rows 19–21: Yarn C.
Rows 22–24: Yarn L.
MATERIALS Yarn T: Purple Bordeaux 050 Rows 25–27: Yarn A.
● Yarn and Colors Epic, x 1 ball Rows 28–30: Yarn D.
100% cotton, Yarn U: Shark Grey 096 x 1 ball Rows 31–33: Yarn W.
50g/75m/82yds Yarn V: Soil 028 x 1 ball Rows 34–36: Yarn K.
Yarn A: Birch 004 x 1 ball Yarn W: Sunflower 014 x 1 ball Rows 37–39: Yarn N.
Yarn B: Blue Lake 066 x 1 ball Yarn X: Taupe 006 x 1 ball Rows 40–42: Yarn X.
Yarn C: Brunet 027 x 1 ball Yarn Y: Vanilla 010 x 1 ball Rows 43–45: Yarn F.
ANNELIES BAES, DESIGNER
Yarn D: Burgundy 029 x 1 ball (Amounts given are for Parts 1 & 2 only. Rows 46–48: Yarn P.
Annelies tries to make the world a
more beautiful place with colourful
Yarn E: Coral 041 x 1 ball Please head to www.insidecrochet.co.uk Rows 49–51: Yarn Q.
designs, creating garments and Yarn F: Cream 002 x 1 ball for full amounts for blanket, and to Rows 52–54: Yarn H.
homewares filled with pretty shades Yarn G: Denim 061 x 1 ball Yarn and Colors stockists for great value Rows 55–57: Yarn Y.
and shaping. To see more of her
Yarn H: Eucalyptus 080 x 1 ball complete yarn packs) Rows 58–60: Yarn I.
patterns, visit www.ravelry.com/
designers/annelies-baes-vicarno. Yarn I: Forest 088 x 1 ball ● 5mm hook Rows 61–63: Yarn G.
Yarn J: Golden Glow 011 x 1 ball Rows 64–66: Yarn V.
Yarn K: Grass 082 x 1 ball TENSION Rows 67–69: Yarn E.
Yarn L: Green Beryl 077 x 1 ball Work 14tr and 7¼ rows to measure Rows 70–72: Yarn O.
Yarn M: Ice Blue 063 x 1 ball 10 x 10cm/4 x 4in using 5mm hook, Rows 73–75: Yarn U.
Yarn N: Larimar 062 x 1 ball or size required to obtain tension.
Yarn O: Lettuce 081 x 1 ball FINISHING
Yarn P: Lollipop 036 x 1 ball MEASUREMENTS Weave in all ends
Yarn Q: Navy Blue 060 x 1 ball Part One of blanket is 128cm/ on wrong side.
Yarn R: Old Pink 047 x 1 ball 50¾in long and 70cm/27¾in Block Part One to END
Yarn S: Pea Green 092 x 1 ball wide when complete. measurements given.

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➻ MAKE IT Pattern instructions

Rnd 5: [3dc, 2dc in next st] six times – 42dc. Sew pearly button on centre blo of last row and first base ch of
MATERIALS
times – 30dc. Rnd 8: [6dc, 2dc in next st] six front mark. fi Adriafi
●rst row, lslRicamo
st tog; 8,
rep from * to
Cont in this way increasing 6 sts times – 48dc. With RS facing, using sewing tail, end100%
taking cotton,
care to bring ball of
on each rnd until rnd with “[24dc, Rnd 9: [7dc, 2dc in next st] six working on yarn A row, work 20g/150m/163yds
yarn through to middle.
2dc in next st] six times” has been times – 54dc. grass stalks of various lengths Yarn
Turn workA: over,
Grasstogreen x 1 ball
RS, cont in rnds
worked, sl st in next st to join Rnd 10: Dc around. using picture as a guide. to Yarn
form “flB: at”
Amethyst
area. x 1 ball
– 156dc. Rep Rnd 10 until crochet tube Yarn C:onWhite
Working innerxcircle,
1 ball1ch, 1dc
Fasten off, weave in ends. reaches top of plastic tube and GILLS Yarnof
in base D:ch,
Yellow
1dc inx 1each
ball row end
back down again, less one row. With yarn C and 2mm hook, 22ch. Yarn E: Flesh x 1 ball
– 60dc.
Sew each base to a plastic circle Change to yarn A, work one row Row 1: 1dc in second ch from Yarn F: Pale tan x 1 ball
ensuring sts do not show by in dc. hook, 1dc in each of next 6ch, Rnd 1: [8dc, dc2tog]
● Embroidery threadsix times
sewing up the six increase spines Fasten off, leaving a long tail. turn – 7dc. Yarn G: White x 1 ball
– 54dc.
and around second to last row of Row 2: 1ch, 7dc blo, turn. RndYarn H: Yellow
2: [7dc, dc2tog]x 1six
balltimes
plastic circle. With RS facing, place stalk over Row 3: 1ch, 14dc blo, turn Yarn I: Green x 1 ball
– 48dc.
Ensure last row of crochet is hand (like a glove puppet) feed – 14dc blo. RndYarn J: Black
3: [6dc, x 1 ball
dc2tog] six times
left free. starting base (ie first nine rnds) Row 4: 1ch, 14dc blo, turn. Yarn K: Red x 1 ball
– 42dc.
down inside stalk so that base Row 5: 1ch, 21dc blo, turn RndYarn4: [5dc,
L: Eyedc2tog]
colour six
x 1times
ball
STALK and finishing row are level, feed – 21dc blo. Yarn M: Mouth colour x 1 ball
– 36dc.
With yarn C and 2mm hook, make plastic tube up between the two Row 6: 1ch, 21dc blo, turn. Rnd
● DMC 5: [4dc,
Lightdc2tog]
Effects six times
an adjustable ring. “walls” of crochet, easing the Row 7: 1ch, 7dc blo, turn – 30dc.
Stranded Cotton
Rnd 1: 1ch, 6dc in ring – 6dc. base flat inside with last yarn A – 7dc blo. RndYarn6: [3dc,
N: E211 x 1 skein
dc2tog] six times
Rnd 2: [2dc in next st] six times st being centre back, mark centre Row 8: 1ch, 7dc blo, turn. Yarn O: E155 x 1 skein
– 24dc.
– 12dc. back of top of stalk and centre Row 9: 1ch, 14dc blo, turn RndYarn7: [2dc,
P: E3821 x 1 skein
dc2tog] six times
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Rnd 3: [1dc, 2dc in next st] six front, 18 rows up. – 14dc blo. –●18dc.
1mm, 1.25mm, 1.5mm,
times – 18dc. Remove tube. Row 10: 1ch, 14dc blo, turn. Rnd 8: [1dc,&dc2tog]
1.75mm 2mm hooks six times
Rnd 4: [2dc, 2dc in next st] six Row 11: 1ch, 21dc blo, turn –●12dc.
Toy stuffing
times – 24dc. With yarn C and 2mm hook, using – 21dc blo. Rnd 9: Dc2tog
● Three plastic around – 6dc.
canvas circles,
Rnd 5: [3dc, 2dc in next st] six surface crochet, work 1ch, 4dc Row 12: 1ch, 21dc blo, turn. Fasten
11.5cm off diameter
leaving sewing tail.
times – 30dc. before centre back mark, 1dc in Rep Rows 7–12 a further 29 times ● Plastic tube, 7.5cm/3in high,
Rnd 6: [4dc, 2dc in next st] six centre and 4dc after, turn – 9dc. to make a full circle. Thread tail through
4cm/1½in diameter loops and
times – 36dc. Row 2: 1ch, 9dc. Place seams together with last ease to close.
● Small pearly button
Rnd 7: [5dc, 2dc in next st] six Fasten off leaving sewing tail. row on top, 1ch, *insert hk in first With
● Smalltailyellow
sew flat areabeads
seed to middle of
(optional)

warm home
TENSION
Not critical, but work fairly tightly
to avoid stuffing coming through
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toadstool cap.
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MEASUREMENTS ➻
Finished piece is approximately
18cm/7in high.

DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY
The Crafty Rambler taught herself
to crochet from a library book at
a young age, and loves creating Snow Baby Penguin & Blanket
by Emma Varnam
amigurumi designs and giving

Tooth Fairy Secrets

Using James C Brett
Flutterby Chunky
each them their own personality. Pattern page 52

PATTERN NOTES
BY THE CRAFTY RAMBLER For the plastic tube, the sample
used a cut down glitter glue pot.

This adorable tooth fairy design is sure to delight, and her home BASE
hides a secret treasure store perfect for treats and precious items. START Make two
With 2mm hook and
yarn A make an adjustable ring.
Rnd 1: 1ch, 6dc in ring – 6dc.
Rnd 2: [2dc in next st] six times
– 12dc.
Rnd 3: [1dc, 2dc in next st] six
times – 18dc.
Rnd 4: [2dc, 2dc in next st] six
times – 24dc.

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Styling claire Montgomerie Hair and make-up nicki henbrey

Snow Baby Penguin & Blanket

by Emma Varnam
Using James C Brett
Flutterby Chunky
Pattern page 52

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Tooth Fairy Secrets

by The Crafty Rambler
Using Adriafil Ricamo 8,
Embroidery Thread, DMC Light
Effects Stranded Cotton
Pattern page 74

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by Millie Masterton
Using Paintbox Yarns
Cotton DK
Pattern page 80

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top
Sarah’s Seal
by Sarah Reed
Using Drops Safran
Pattern page 66

right
Primrose Patch Rug
by Emily Littlefair
Using DMC Natura
Just Cotton XL
Pattern page 57

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 Diamond Throw
by Lindy Zubairy
Using Women’s Institute
Soft And Chunky and
James C Brett
Party Time Chunky
Pattern page 70

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top
Cool Blues Throw
by Bergère de France
Design Team
Using Bergère de France
Coton Satine
Pattern page 62

right
Snowdrop Brooch
by Anna Nikipirowicz
Using Pure Wool DK
Pattern page 69

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 Zig-Zag Scarf
by Helda Panagary
Using Scheepjes
Secret Garden
Pattern page 48

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 YOUR PATTERN INSTRUCTIONS START HERE

BEGINNER EASY INTERMEDIATE ADVANCED

Tunisian Hoodie Target Cardigan Cabled Scarf Zig-Zag Scarf Frosted Bark Cowl
Hayley Joanne Robinson Cassie Ward Annelies Baes Helda Panagary Anna Hooker
Page 36 Page 40 Page 44 Page 48 Page 49

Colourblock Penguin & Granny Square Primrose Patch Big Bobble Cool Blues
Scarf Blanket Mitts Rug Cowl Throw
Carmen Heffernan Emma Varnam Veruska Sabucco Emily Littlefair Sarah Shrimpton Bergère de France
Page 51 Page 52 Page 56 Page 57 Page 60 Page 62

Sarah’s Seal Snowdrop Brooch Diamond Throw Tooth Fairy Secrets Animal Magic
Sarah Reed Anna Nikipirowicz Lindy Zubairy The Crafty Rambler Millie Masterton
Page 66 Page 69 Page 70 Page 74 Page 80

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MATERIALS
● Jarol Shetland Mist DK,
80% acrylic/20% wool,
100g/300m/328yds
Shade: Pistache 04 x 7
(7, 8, 8, 8, 9) balls
● 6mm Tunisian hook
● 4mm hook
● Yarn needle

TENSION
Work 16 sts and 16 rows in Tunisian
knit stitch to measure 10 x 10cm/
4 x 4in using 6mm Tunisian hook,
or size required to obtain tension.
Work 16 sts and 10 rows in
Alternating Tunisian simple and purl
stitch to measure 10 x 10cm/4 x 4in
using 6mm Tunisian hook, or size
required to obtain tension.

DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY
Hayley loves the versatility and
originality of Tunisian crochet, and
enjoys creating her own practical
and beautiful Tunisian patterns.
View more of her designs at
www.ravelry.com/designers/
hayley-joanne-robinson.

SPECIAL STITCHES
Tunisian Simple Stitch (Tss): With
yarn held at back, insert hook under
front vertical bar of next st from
right to left, yoh, draw up loop.
Tunisian Purl Stitch (Tps): With
yarn held at front, insert hook under
front vertical bar of next st from right
to left, yoh, draw up loop keeping
hook behind the working yarn.
Tunisian Knit Stitch (Tks): With
yarn held at back, insert hook from
front to back between front and
back vertical bars of next st, yoh,
draw up loop.
Tunisian Full Stitch (Tfs): Work
as for Tks but insert hook from front
to back between each stitch, yoh,
draw up loop.
Return pass: 1ch, [yrh, pull through
2 lps] to end.

Tunisian Hoodie START

FRONT & BACK
Both alike
With 6mm Tunisian hook,
BY HAYLEY JOANNE ROBINSON 75 (81, 87, 93, 99, 105)ch.
Foundation Row: Pull up a loop in
A Tunisian crochet take on a casual hoodie, featuring a front pocket, back of second ch from hook and
each ch to end, return pass (see
cuffs, hem and hood in a decorative contrasting stitch. Special Stitches).

ADD TO THE STASH Row 1: Miss first vertical bar, [Tss

Buy this wool blend yarn from in next st, Tps in next st (see
.co.uk
www.thehappyknitterwoolshop Special Stitches)] to end, return pass.
Row 2: Miss first vertical bar,

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 33 (34.5, 36, 37.5, 39, 40.5)cm
13 (13½, 14, 14¾, 15½, 16)in
68.5 (69.5, 70.5, 71.5, 72.5, 73.5)cm
27 (27½, 27¾, 28¼, 28½, 29)in
69.5 (71, 73.5, 75.5, 77.5, 79.5)cm
27½ (28, 29, 29¾, 30½, 31¼)in

17 (17¼, 17¾, 18, 18½, 19)in

43 (44, 45, 46, 47, 48)cm

5cm
2in

94 (101.5, 109, 115.5, 124.5, 131)cm

37 (40, 43, 45½, 49, 51½)in

[Tps in next st, Tss in next st] to end, Tks to end, return pass.
return pass. Rep last two rows 20 (21, 22, 23,
These two rows form textured patt. 24, 25) more times ending with
Rep Rows 1 & 2 a further three second row – 33 (37, 41, 45, 49,
times.** 53) sts.
Next Row: Sl st across as for Tks.
Patt row: Miss first vertical bar, Fasten off.
Tks (see Special Stitches) to end,
return pass. SLEEVES
Rep patt row until work meas Make two
43 (44, 45, 46, 47, 48)cm/ With 6mm Tunisian hook, 30 (32,
17 (17¼, 17¾, 18, 18½, 19)in. 34, 36, 38, 40)ch.
Work in textured patt as for Front
SHAPE RAGLAN and Back to **.
Next Row: Miss first vertical bar, Work in main pattern as folls:
Tks in next st, work 1 sl st (to dec Row 1: Miss first vertical bar, Tfs
1 st), Tks across to last st, sl st in (see Special Stitches) in first space
last st, return pass – 73 (79, 85, (to inc 1 st), Tks across, Tfs in last
91, 97, 103) sts. space before last st, return pass
Next Row: Miss first vertical bar, – 32 (34, 36, 38, 40, 42) sts.

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Row 2: Miss first vertical bar, 115, 123, 131, 139)ch. draw through all 3 lps. 68, 70)ch.
Tks across, return pass. Work in textured patt as for Front Next Row: Miss first and second Pull up a lp in back of second ch
Rows 3–6: As row 2. & Back until work meas 33 (34.5, vertical bars (they have formed a from hook, sl st to dec, [pull up
Rep last six rows 13 more times 36, 37.5, 39, 40.5)cm/13 (13½ 14, /\ from Return worked in previous a lp in back of next ch, sl st to
ending with Row 6 – 58 (60, 62, 14¾, 15½, 16)in long, ending row), [Tss in next st, Tps in next st] dec] to end.
64, 66, 68) sts. with Row 2. to last st, (it will look like this /\) Fasten off.
Sl st across as for Row 1. place hook in / part of paired sts,
SHAPE RAGLAN Fasten off. missing the \ st as the two sts have FINISHING
Next Row: Miss first vertical bar, become one during the Return Sew pocket to centre of Front,
Tks in next st, sl st in next st, Tks POCKET worked in previous row – 49 (53, with 5cm/2in between bottom of
to last st, sl st in last st, return pass With 6mm Tunisian hook 51 (55, 57, 61, 65, 69) sts, to return work pocket and top of textured rib,
– 56 (58, 60, 62, 64, 66) sts 59, 63, 67, 71)ch. [yoh, draw through 2 lps] to last using over stitch, attaching all
Next Row: Miss first vertical bar, Work in textured patt as for Front 3 lps, yoh, draw through all 3 lps. sides apart from diagonal pocket
Tks across, return pass. & Back until work meas 8 (8, 9.5, Rep last row 14 (15, 16, 17, 18, 19) openings.
Rep last two rows 20 (21, 22, 23, 9.5, 11, 11)cm/3 (3, 3¾, 3¾, 4¼, more times, ending with 21 (23,
24, 25) more times ending with 4¼)in ending with Row 2. 25, 27, 29, 31) sts on last row. With RS facing, join all raglan
second row – 16 sts. Sl st across as for last row. seams, side seams and sleeve
Sl st across as for Tks. SHAPE POCKET Fasten off. seams as folls: with 4mm hook,
Fasten off. Next Row: Miss first vertical bar, sl st seams together in direction
[Tss in next st, Tps in next st] CORDS from top of Hoodie to bottom,
HOOD across, to return work [yoh, draw Make two working sl sts through inside
With 6mm Tunisian hook 99 (107, through 2 lps] to last 3 lps, yoh, With 4mm hook 60 (62, 64, 66, loops, taking care not to count
decreased sl sts of raglan shaping
S M L XL 2XL 3XL as additional rows.

ACTUAL BUST 94 101.5 109 115.5 124.5 131 cm

With RS facing, join Hood to Body
37 40 43 45½ 49 51½ in in same way, lining up centre of
LENGTH TO SHOULDER 69.5 71 73.5 75.5 77.5 79.5 cm Hood opening with centre of
Front.
27½ 28 29 29¾ 30½ 31¼ in
SLEEVE (CUFF TO SHOULDER) 68.5 69.5 70.5 71.5 72.5 73.5 cm Sew both Cords to Front where
27 27½ 27¾ 28¼ 28½ 29 in Hood opening meets
HEIGHT OF HOOD 33 34.5 36 37.5 39 40.5 cm top of Front.
END
13 13½ 14 14¾ 15½ 16 in
Weave in ends.

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MATERIALS
● King Cole Big Value Chunky,
100% acrylic
100g/152m/167yds
Yarn A: Grey 547 x 7 (8,
8, 9) balls
Yarn B: Cream 551 x 1 (1,
2, 2) ball(s)
Yarn C: Caramel 546 x 1 (1,
2, 2) ball(s)
Yarn D: Navy 550 x 1 (1,
2, 2) ball(s)
Yarn E: Denim 555 x 1 (1,
2, 2) ball(s)
Yarn F: Fjord 1974 x 1 (1,
2, 2) ball(s)
● 3.5mm (4.5mm, 5.5mm,
6.5mm) & 6mm (7mm, 8mm,
9mm) hooks

YARN ALTERNATIVES
You can use any chunky weight
yarn that works to the same
tension for this design.

TENSION
Work one motif to measure
23 (25, 27, 29) x 23 (25, 27, 29)
cm/9 (9¾, 10¾, 11½) x 9 (9¾,
10¾, 11½)in using 6mm
(7mm, 8mm, 9mm) hook or size
required to obtain tension.

DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY
Cassie loves to crochet clothing,
taking inspiration from high street
fashion and catwalk trends.

PATTERN NOTES
Cardigan is designed to be
oversized and slouchy – adjust
things like length of sleeves to suit.

MOTIF
START Make six
Using 6mm (7mm,
8mm, 9mm) hook and yarn B,
make an adjustable ring.
Rnd 1: 3ch (counts as first tr here
and throughout), 11tr in ring, sl st

Target Cardigan
to top of 3 ch to join – 12tr.
Rnd 2: 3ch, 1tr in same st, [2tr in
next tr] to end, sl st to top of 3 ch
– 24tr. Fasten off yarn B.
BY CASSIE WARD
Rnd 3: Join yarn C to any st, 3ch,
Oversized and chunky items can be found all over the high street at 1tr in same st, 1tr, [2tr in next st,
1tr] around, sl st to join – 36tr.
the moment – make your own version in your favourite colours. Rnd 4: 3ch, 1tr in same st, 2tr, [2tr
in next tr, 2tr] sl st to join – 48tr.
Fasten off yarn C.
ADD TO THE STASH
Buy this great value yarn from Rnd 5: Join yarn D to any st, 3ch,
www.woolwarehouse.co.uk
1tr in same st, 3tr, [2tr in next tr,
3tr] to end, sl st to join – 60tr.

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 approx
42 (44, 46, 48)cm
16½ (17¼, 18, 19)in

7¾ (8¼, 8¾, 9)in

20 (21, 22, 23)cm
29½ (32¼, 35, 38)in
75 (82, 89, 96)cm

9 (9¾, 10¾, 11½)in

23 (25, 27, 29)cm

23 (25, 27, 29)cm

9 (9¾, 10¾, 11½)in

102 (110, 118, 128)cm

40 (43¼, 46½, 50½)in

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Rnd 6: 3ch, 1tr in same st, 4tr [2tr Work four rows of dc along top hook, join yarn A to join at bottom 8mm, 9mm) hook, join yarn A to
in next tr, 4tr] to end, sl st to join of each block of three using 1ch of armhole, 2ch (counts as 1tr here bottom left corner of garment
– 72tr. Fasten off yarn D. to turn. and throughout), work 28tr evenly and work dc evenly along bottom
up to shoulder and 29tr down other edge of cardigan.
Rnd 7: Join yarn E, to any st, 3ch, BACK side, sl st to top of 3 ch to join – 58tr. Next Row: 1ch, dc to end, turn.
1tr in same st, 5tr, [2tr in next tr, Using 6mm (7mm, 8mm, 9mm) Rnd 2: 2ch, tr around, sl st to join. Rep last row five more times.
5tr] to end, sl st to join – 84tr. hook and yarn A, 70ch. Rnd 3: 2ch, miss 1 tr, tr around, sl Fasten off.
Fasten off yarn E. Row 1: 1tr in third ch from hook, st to join – 57tr.
1tr in each ch to end, turn – 68tr. Rnd 4: 2ch, tr around, sl st to join. FRONT EDGING
Rnd 8: Join yarn F to any st, 3ch, Row 2: 2ch (counts as 1tr), tr to Rnds 5–28: Rep Rnds 3 & 4 until With RS facing, using 6mm (7mm,
1tr in same st, 6tr, [2tr in next tr, end, turn. 45tr rem. 8mm, 9mm) hook, join yarn A to
6tr] to end, sl st to join – 96tr. Rep last row for a total of 52 rows. bottom of Right Front.
Fasten off yarn F. Fasten off. Change to 3.5mm (4.5mm, Work evenly in dc around
5.5mm, 6.5mm) hook. Right Front, Back Neck and
Rnd 9: Join yarn A to any st, 7ch, SLEEVES Rnd 28: 1ch (does not count as st) down Left Front.
yoh hook four times, draw up a lp With right sides tog join Fronts to dc around, sl st to join. Next Row: 1ch, dc to end, turn.
in same tr as 7ch, (yoh, pull Back at shoulder using a sl st join. Rnds 29–33: As Rnd 28. Rep last row three more times.
through 2 lps ) five times, *(yoh) Join side seams leaving 20 (21, 22, Fasten off. Fasten off
three times, draw up lp in next st 23)cm/7¾ (8¼, 8¾, 9)in gap for
(yoh pull through 2 lps ) four armhole. BOTTOM EDGING FINISHING END
times, 2dtr, 2tr, 1htr, 3dc, sl st in Using 6mm (7mm, 8mm, 9mm) With RS facing, using 6mm (7mm, Sew in ends.
each of next 4 tr, 3dc, 1htr in next
tr, 2tr, 2dtr, 1trtr, 2dtrtr in next tr,
S M L XL
1ch (corner), 2dtrtr in next tr, rep
from * ending 2dtrtr in last st, sl st ACTUAL BUST 102 110 118 128 cm
to join in sixth of 7ch. Fasten off. 40 43½ 46½ 50½ in
LENGTH TO SHOULDER 75 82 89 96 cm
JOIN MOTIFS
Block motifs. 29½ 32¼ 35 38 in
Working in blo, join motifs in SLEEVE LENGTH 42 44 46 48 cm
three strips of three motifs to
16½ 17¼ 18 19 in
form Front of cardigan.

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MATERIALS
● Greener Wool Mergelland,
100% wool, 50g/70m/77yds
Yarn A: Chalk x 2 balls
Yarn B: Silver x 2 balls
Yarn C: Slate x 2 balls
● 5.5mm hook

YARN ALTERNATIVES
You can use any aran weight yarn
for this project, although we
recommend a natural rustic yarn
to achieve a similar effect.

TENSION
Work 14.5htr and 10.5 rows to
measure 10 x 10cm/4 x 4in using
5.5mm hook, or size required to
obtain tension.

MEASUREMENTS
Straight side: 145cm/57½in.
Width at widest point:
25cm/10in.
Curved side: 155cm/61½in.

DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY
Annelies Baes loves combining
new techniques with great yarns
to create on-trend patterns.
View more of her designs at
www.ravelry.com/designers/
annelies-baes-vicarno.

SPECIAL STITCHES
Rdtrf: Yoh twice, insert hook
from front to back to front around
post of indicated stitch, yoh and
pull up loop [yoh, pull through
two loops] three times.

Rtrf: Yoh, insert hook from front

to back to front around post of
indicated stitch, yoh and pull up
loop, [yoh, pull through two
loops] twice.

PATTERN NOTES
The shawl is worked in
four sections:

Section 1

Cabled Scarf Increases one st every second row

by working last st of every RS row
in top of 2ch and starting every
BY ANNELIES BAES WS row (2ch, 1htr) in first st.

Section 2
This elegant design uses a rustic wool yarn in undyed shades. Increases one st every fourth row
by working last st of first RS row
in last htr leaving last 2ch
ADD TO THE STASH unworked, and working last st
Buy this pure wool yarn from
www.greenerwool.com of next RS row in top of 2ch and
starting every WS row (2ch, 1htr)
in first st.

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 Section 3 42
No increases. Every RS row ends
with 1htr in last htr, leaving last 41
2ch unworked and every WS row 40
42
starts (2ch, 1htr) in first st. 39
41
Section 4 38 40
Makes hole for threading scarf 39
37
through. Always miss st 38
36 37
behind the raised st, unless
otherwise indicated. 36 35
34 35
SECTION 1 34
33
START Row 1: (RS) Using yarn A 33
4ch, 1htr in third ch from 32 32
hook, 1htr in last ch, turn – 2htr. 31
31
Row 2: (WS) 2ch, 1htr in first htr, 30
30
1htr in second ch, turn – 3htr. 29
Row 3: 2ch, 1rdtrf (see Special 28 29
Stitches) around each of first 2 htr, 28 27
1htr in top of 2ch, turn – 2htr, 26 27
2rdtrf. Row 8: As Row 4 – 6htr. 25
Row 4: 2ch, 1htr in each st to end, Rows 9–22: Repeat Rows 7 & 8 26 24
miss last 2ch, turn – 4htr. – 13htr. 25
23
Row 5: 2ch, 1rdtrf around each of 24 22
next 2 htr, 1htr, 1htr in top of 2ch, SET CABLE 21
turn – 3htr, 2 rdtrf. Row 23: 2ch, 1rdtrf around each 23
20
Row 6: As Row 4 – 5htr. of first 2 htr, 4htr, miss next 2 htr, 22 19
Row 7: 2ch, 1rdtrf around each of (1rdtrf around htr one row below 18 21
first 2 htr, htr to end, 1htr in top of next htr) twice, working in front
17
2ch, turn – 3htr, 2rdtrf. of rdtrf just made work 1rdtrf one 20
16
19
15
18 14
13
17
12
16 11
2 chain 10 15
14 9
htr 8
13
7
Rdtr 12 6
11
5
2 chain 10 4
3
2 9
htr 8 1
row below first missed htr, 1rdtrf
one row below second missed htr, 7
Rdtr 3htr (working last htr in top of 6
2ch), turn – 8htr, 6rdtrf
Row 24: As Row 4 – 14htr. 5
Row 25: 2ch, 1rdtrf around each 4
of first 2 htr, 3htr, 1rdtrf around 3
each of next 2 rdtrf, 2htr, 1rdtrf
around each of next 2 rdtrf, 3htr, 2
turn – 9htr, 6rdtrf. 1
Row 26: As Row 4 – 15htr.
Row 27: 2ch, 1rdtrf around each
of first 2 htr, 2htr, 1rdtrf around each of next 2 rdtrf, 2htr, 1rdtrf
each of next 2 rdtrf, 4htr, 1rdtrf around each of next 2 rdtrf, 5htr,
around each of next 2 rdtrf, 3htr, turn – 11htr, 6rdtrf.
turn – 10htr, 6rdtrf. Row 30: As Row 4 – 17htr.
Row 28: As Row 4 – 16htr. Row 31: 2ch, 1rdtrf around each
Row 29: 2ch, 1rdtrf around each of first 2 htr, 4htr, miss next
of first 2 htr, 3htr, 1rdtrf around 2 rdtrf, 1rdtrf around each of

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25cm/10in

145cm/57½in
in
61½ m/
155c
next 2 rdtrf, working in front of SECTION 4 Rep Rows 137–144 once more.
rdtrf just made work 1rdtrf Work rtrf (see Special Stitches) at Fasten off and cut yarn leaving a
around each of next missed end of row instead of rdtrf, to 25cm/10in tail.
2 rdtrf, 7htr, turn – 12htr, 6rdtrf. create a slightly curved edge as folls:
Row 32: As Row 4 – 18htr. Row 137: 2ch (does not count as FINISHING
Rows 25–32 form Cable Pattern a st for remainder), 1rdtrf around Using tail, sew together sides of
and are repeated. each of first 2 htr, 3htr, 1rdtrf last four rows made with
around each of next 2 rdtrf, 2htr, “unworked” end of Row 137.
Rows 33–56: Rep Rows 25–32 1rdtrf around each of next 2 rdtrf, (See schematic and picture.)
three more times, inc 1 st at end 3htr, (1rtrf around htr one row Weave in all ends.
of every odd row as set – 42htr. below next htr) twice (miss only Block shawl and allow to END
Shawl should measure one st behind rtrf instead of 2 sts), dry naturally.
65cm/25¾in from start. 1htr in next st, turn leaving rest of
row unworked – 9htr, 6rdtrf, 2rtrf.
SECTION 2 Row 138: 2ch, miss first htr, htr to
Rows 57–88: Work Rows 25–32 end, leaving last 2ch unworked,
four more times, increasing 1 st turn – 16htr.
every four rows instead of every Row 139: 2ch, 1rdtrf around each
two rows as follows: of first 2 htr, 2htr, 1rdtrf around
Row 57: Do not increase, work each of next 2 rdtrf, 4htr, 1rdtrf
last st of row in last htr. around each of next 2 rdtrf, 2htr,
Rows 58 & 60: 2ch, htr to end, do 1rtrf around each of last 2 rtrf,
not work in last 2ch. turn – 9htr, 6rdtrf, 2rtrf.
Row 59: Work last htr in top of 2ch. Row 140: As Row 138.
Row 141: 2ch, 1rdtrf around each
Shawl should measure of first 2 htr, 3htr, 1rdtrf around
100cm/40in from start. each of next 2 rdtrf, 2htr, 1rdtrf
Change to yarn B at end of Row 69. around each of next 2 rdtrf, 3htr,
1rtrf around each of last 2 rtrf,
SECTION 3 turn – 9htr, 6rdtrf, 2rtrf.
Rows 89–136: Work Rows 25-32 Row 142: As Row 138.
six more times, do not work any Row 143: 2ch, 1rdtrf around each
more increases, thus the first four of first 2 htr, 4htr, miss next 2rdtrf,
rows will be: 1rdtrf around each of next 2 rdtrf,
Rows 89 & 91: Work last htr of working in front of rdtrf just made
row in last htr. work 1rdtrf around each of next
Row 90 & 92: 2ch, htr to end, do two missed rdtrf, 4htr, 1rtrf
not work in last 2ch. around each of last 2 rtrf, turn
Change to yarn C at end of – 9htr, 6rdtrf, 2rtrf.
Row 107. Row 144: As Row 138.

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MATERIALS SCARF
● Scheepjes Secret Garden, START Using yarn A, 201ch.
60% polyester/20% silk/ Row 1: (RS) Work
20% cotton, 50g/93m/102yds 1dc blo in second ch from hook
Yarn A: Wisteria Arch 733 x 1 ball and in each ch to end – 200 dc blo.
Yarn B: Weeping Willow 732 Fasten off.
x 1 ball
Yarn C: Summer House 707 Row 2: (RS) Do not turn work.
x 1 ball Leaving a 20cm/8in tail, make a
Yarn D: Whimsical Topiary 738 slip knot, work 1dc blo in each st
x 1 ball to end.
Yarn E: Dappled Sunlight 731 Fasten off.
x 1 ball Rows 3–5: As Row 2.
Yarn F: Wishing Well 735 x 1 ball
● 4mm hook Row 6: Using yarn B, [1dtr flo in st
three rows below, 4dc blo] to end.
TENSION Fasten off.
Exact tension is not critical for Row 7: Using yarn C, 1dc blo,
this pattern. [1dtr flo in st three rows below, 4dc
blo] to end, ending last rep with
MEASUREMENTS 3dc blo.
Adjustable to taste. Sample shown Fasten off.
has 35 rows – start counting rows Row 8: Using yarn D, 2dc blo,
from beginning of yarn B. [1dtr flo in st three rows below, 4dc
blo] to end, ending last rep with
DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY 2dc blo.
Helda is hopelessly devoted to yarn, Fasten off.
and is constantly working to Row 9: Using yarn E, 3dc blo, [1dtr
transform it to modern wearable flo in st three rows below, 4dc blo]
crochet. She can be found at to end, ending last rep with 1dc blo.
www.heldasland.blogspot.co.uk. Fasten off.
Row 10: Using yarn F, 4dc blo, [1dtr
PATTERN NOTES flo in st three rows below, 4dc blo]
Work with RS facing at all times. to end, ending last rep with 1dtr flo
Do not turn. in st three rows below.
Fasten off.
Even when the colour is not Rows 6–10 form patt and are
changing, you begin each row with repeated.
a new piece of yarn. Leave a 20cm/ Cont in patt to desired depth or
8in tail at each end of every row – until yarn runs out.

Zig-Zag Scarf this will form fringe of scarf.

At start of each row make a slip

FINISHING
Next Row: Using yarn A, leaving a
BY HELDA PANAGARY knot on hook – this makes it easy 20cm/8in tail, make a slip knot, 1dc
to make the first dc. in blo of every st to end. Fasten off.
Do not turn.
A self-fringing scarf with a striking diagonal on Work all dtr in flo of st three rows Rep last row a further four times.
one side and colourful stripes on the reverse. below, at the same time make sure
the dc behind this st on the current Block scarf.
END
row is missed. Cut fringe to 15cm/6in.

ADD TO THE STASH

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 MATERIALS that sits at back of stitch. This
● Debbie Bliss Baby Cashmerino stitch is easier to see if you tip the
Tonals, 55% wool/ work slightly towards you.
33% acrylic/12% cashmere,
50g/125m/137yds Foundation half treble (fhtr):
Shade: Sky 16 x 2 balls 3ch, yoh, insert hk in third ch from
● 4mm hook hook, yoh, pull through, yoh, pull
through 1 lp (makes foundation
YARN ALTERNATIVES chain), yoh, pull through all 3 lps,
Any light DK weight yarn with a *yoh, insert hk in foundation ch of
similar fibre content could be used last st, yoh, pull through, yoh, pull
to achieve a similar effect. through 1 lp, yoh, pull through all
3 lps; rep from * to required
TENSION number of sts.
Work 18 sts and 12 rows in
alternating htr blo and htr flo to COWL
measure 10 x 10cm/4 x 4in using START Rnd 1: 90fhtr (see
4mm hook, or size required to Special Stitches), sl st to
obtain tension. first fhtr to join, taking care not to
twist sts.
MEASUREMENTS Rnds 2 & 3: 1ch (does not count
Height: 19.5cm/7¾in. as st here and throughout), 1CS
Circumference: 50cm/19¾in. (see Special Stitches) in each st to
end, sl st to top of first CS to join.
DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY Rnds 4–22: 1ch, [1htr blo,
Anna is a keen crocheter who 1htr flo] to end, sl st to top of
draws inspiration from the first htr to join.
countryside around her home in Rnds 23 & 24: 1ch, 1CS in each st
Scotland to design items that are to end, sl st to top of first CS to
beautiful and practical. Find her join. Fasten off.

Frosted
on Instagram @thecrochetninja.
FINISHING
SPECIAL STITCHES Weave in ends.

Bark Cowl
Camel Stitch (CS): Work htr in Block gently to END
loop below front and back loop measurements given.

BY ANNA HOOKER

This quick and easy cowl is inspired by the

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 MATERIALS
● Deramores Mod Wool Aran,
100% Merino wool,
100g/125m/136yds
Yarn A: Groovy Green x 1 ball
Yarn B: Atomic Aqua x 1 ball
Yarn C: Go-go Grey x 1 ball
Yarn D: Apollo Aran x 1 ball
● 5mm hook
● Yarn needle

YARN ALTERNATIVES
You can use any aran weight
wool yarn to achieve a
similar effect.

TENSION
Work 14 sts and 8 rows in
pattern to measure 10 x 10cm/
4 x 4in using 5mm hook, or size
required to obtain tension.

MEASUREMENTS
Length: 208cm/82in.
Width: 20cm/8in.

DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY
Carmen lives in the Irish
countryside, and is obsessed
with yarn and colour
combinations. She is the author
of the book Crochet Yourself
Calm and can be found online
at www.instagram.com/
anniedesigncrochet and
www.ravelry.com/designers/
carmen-heffernan.

PATTERN NOTES
To change colour, pull new
colour through last loop of last
stitch of row.

Work colour sequence as folls:

Yarn A: 14 rows.
Yarn B: 24 rows.
Yarn C: 24 rows.
Yarn D: 10 rows.
Yarn A: 24 rows.
Yarn B: 14 rows.
Yarn C: 14 rows.
Yarn A: 12 rows.
Yarn D: 28 rows.

Cosy Colourblock Scarf START

SCARF
Using 5mm hook and
yarn A, 31ch.
BY CARMEN HEFFERNAN Row 1: 1dc in second ch from
hook, 1dc in next ch, *2ch, miss
Fresh colours plus plenty of length to wrap 2ch, 1dc in each of next 2ch; rep
from * to end, turn – 30 sts.
around yourself keeps this scarf on trend. Row 2: 3ch (counts as 1tr
throughout), 1tr in next st, [2tr in
2ch-sp, 2tr] to end, turn.
Row 3: 1ch (does not count as

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Snow Baby
Penguin
& Blanket
BY EMMA VARNAM

This yarn is so fluffy and soft it makes a perfect

baby toy. Match with a monochrome blanket
for a thoroughly modern nursery theme.

a st throughout), 2dc, [2ch, miss Work in patt for a total of 160

2 sts, 2dc] to end, working last dc rows working colour sequence as
in top of t-ch, turn. in Pattern Notes.
Row 4: As Row 2.
Row 5: As Row 3. Rows 161–164: Rep Rows 2–5.
ADD TO THE STASH
Row 6: 3ch, 1tr, [2ch, miss 2ch, Fasten off. Buy this soft and fluffy yarn from
2tr] to end, turn. www.wool4less.co.uk
Row 7: 1ch, 2dc, [2ch, miss 2ch, FINISHING
2dc] to end working last dc in top Weave in all ends. Make four
of t-ch, turn. tassels approx 10cm/4in
Rows 6 & 7 form patt and are long and attach one to END
repeated. each corner of scarf.

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 MATERIALS 4 rows to measure 10 x 10cm/ PATTERN NOTES Rnd 5: [3dc, 2dc in next st] four
Penguin 4 x 4in in main pattern using The penguin is worked in times – 20dc.
● James C Brett Flutterby Chunky, 6mm hook, or size required to continuous spirals. Use markers to Rnds 6–19: Dc around.
100% polyester, obtain tension. ensure correct placing of wings. Fasten off and leave a tail of yarn.
100g/175m/192yds Fold each wing in half.
Yarn A: Grey B29 x 1 ball For blanket, work 3.5 tr clusters PENGUIN
Yarn B: Red B31 x 1 ball and 4.5 rows to measure 10 x START EYES BODY & HEAD
Yarn C: Optic White B1 x 1 ball 10cm/4 x 4in in main pattern Make two With 6mm hook and yarn A make
Yarn D: Black B30 x 1 ball using 6mm hook, or size required Using 6mm hook and yarn C, 4ch, an adjustable ring.
● Small amount of orange DK yarn to obtain tension. sl st in first ch to form a loop. Rnd 1: 1ch, 6dc in ring, sl st to join
Rnd 1: 1ch, 6dc in ring, sl st to join – 6dc.
Blanket MEASUREMENTS – 6dc. Rnd 2: 2dc in each st around
● James C Brett Flutterby Chunky, The finished penguin is 34cm/ Rnd 2: 2dc in each st around – 12dc.
100% polyester, 13½in high and 22cm/8½in wide. – 12dc. Rnd 3: [1dc, 2dc in next st] six
100g/175m/192yds Rnd 3: [1dc, 2dc in next st] six times – 18dc.
Yarn E: Black B30 x 2 balls The completed blanket measures times – 18dc. Rnd 4: [2dc, 2dc in next st] six
Yarn F: Optic White B1 x 2 balls 80 x 80cm/31½ x 31½in. Fasten off, weave in ends. times – 24dc.
Rnd 5: [3dc, 2dc in next st] six
● 6mm hook DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY WINGS times – 30dc.
● Stitch marker Emma has been designing Make two Rnd 6: [4dc, 2dc in next st] six
● Polyester stuffing stylish knitting and crochet Using 6mm hook and yarn A times – 36dc.
● Two 10mm safety eyes patterns for eight years. On make an adjustable ring. Rnd 7: [5dc, 2dc in next st] six
● Yarn needle her award-winning blog www. Rnd 1: 1ch, 4dc in ring, sl st to times – 42dc.
emmavarnam.co.uk she features join – 4dc. Rnd 8: [6dc, 2dc in next st] six
YARN ALTERNATIVES many of her free patterns and Rnd 2: 2dc in each st around times – 48dc.
You can use any chunky weight discusses the inspiration – 8dc. Rnd 9: Dc blo around.
yarn to achieve a similar effect. behind them. Find her on also Rnd 3: [1dc, 2dc in next st] four Rnds 10–23: Dc around.
on Twitter and Instagram times – 12dc.
TENSION @EmmaVarnamUK and Facebook Rnd 4: [2dc, 2dc in next st] four Rnd 24: Change to yarn B, pm,
For penguin, work 4.5dc and as Emma Varnam Designs. times – 16dc. dc around.

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Rnd 25: Change to yarn C, pm, Rnd 42: [3dc, dc2tog] six times Rnd 1: 1ch, 6dc in ring, join with Rnd 3: Join yarn E to any 3ch-sp
dc around. – 24dc. sl st – 6dc. with sl st, 6ch, 3tr in same 3ch-sp,
Rep Rnds 24 & 25 twice more. Rnd 43: [2dc, dc2tog] six times Rnd 2: [1dc, 2dc in next st] three *1ch, 3tr in next 1ch-sp, 1ch, (3tr,
– 18dc. times – 9dc. 3ch, 3tr) in next 3ch-sp; rep from
Attach wings to body as folls: Rnd 44: [1dc, dc2tog] six times Rnd 3: [2dc, 2dc in next st] six * twice more, 1ch, 3tr in next
Rnd 30: Change to yarn B, pm, – 12dc. times – 12dc. 1ch-sp, 1ch, 2tr in next 3ch-sp,
8dc, fold wing in half , [1dc Rnd 45: Dc2tog around – 6dc. Rnd 4: Dc around. sl st in third of 6ch. Fasten off.
through next st of wing and Fasten off leaving a long tail of yarn. Fasten off and leave a tail of yarn.
next st of body] ten times, 14dc, Rnd 4: Join yarn F in any corner
next wing, [1dc through next st Finish stuffing head then weave FINISHING 3ch-sp with sl st, 6ch, 3tr in same
of wing and next st of body] ten tail of yarn through rem sts to Sew edges of white part of eye 3ch-sp, *(1ch, 3tr in next 1ch-sp)
times, 6dc – 48dc. gather top of head. firmly to head. twice, 1ch, (3tr, 3ch, 3tr) in next
Weave in ends. Fold top of feet width wise and 3ch-sp; rep from * twice more,
Rnds 31–38: Change to yarn D, sew firmly at bottom edge of body. (1ch, 3tr in next 1ch-sp) twice,
dc around. FEET Stuff beak. Sew beak to 1ch, 2tr in next 3ch-sp, sl st in
Rnd 39: [6dc, dc2tog] six times Make two head using photo as a END third of 6ch. Fasten off.
– 42dc. Using 6mm hook and yarn D, 4ch guide. Cuddle.
Rnd 40: [5dc, dc2tog] six times sl st in first ch to make a loop. Cont in this way working 3tr in
– 36dc. Rnd 1: 1ch, 6dc in ring, sl st to join BLANKET each 1ch-sp and (3tr, 3ch, 3tr) in
Rnd 41: [4dc, dc2tog] six times – 6dc. START Using 4mm hook and each corner 3ch-sp and alternating
– 30dc. Rnd 2: [1dc, 2dc in next st] three yarn E, 6ch, join with yarns E and F until there are 80 x 3tr
Stop at this point. Put a safety pin times – 9dc. a sl st to form a ring. clusters, ending with a yarn F rnd.
on working loop. Rnd 3: [2dc, 2dc in next st] six Rnd 1: 6ch (counts as 1tr, 3ch
Stuff body firmly. times – 12dc. here and throughout), [3tr in ring, Next Rnd: Join yarn E in any corner
Rnd 4: Dc around. 3ch] three times, 2tr in ring, sl st 3ch-sp with sl st, 2ch (counts as
Using photo as a guide position Fasten off and leave a tail of yarn. to third of 6ch. Fasten off. 1dc, 1ch), 1dc in same 3ch-sp, 1dc
white circles for eyes with WS Fold each foot in half. Rnd 2: Join yarn F to any 3ch-sp in each tr and 1ch-sp around, work
facing up then push safety eyes with sl st, 6ch, 3tr in same 3ch-sp, (1dc, 1ch, 1dc) in every corner
through centre of white circle, BEAK [1ch, (3tr, 3ch, 3tr) in next 3ch-sp] 3ch-sp, sl st to top of 2 ch.
secure safety eyes onto head. Using 6mm hook and a double three times, 1ch, 2tr in next
strand of orange yarn, 4ch, sl st in 3ch-sp, sl st to third of 6ch. Fasten off and END
Put working loop back on hook. first ch to make a loop. Fasten off. weave in ends.

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MATERIALS from * to ** once, sl st to top of

● Herdywool, 100% wool, 3ch – 36tr.
100g/105m/115yds Break off yarn A.
Yarn A: Grey x 1 ball Rnd 4: Join yarn B to any 1ch-sp,
Yarn B: Orange x 1 ball 1ch, 1dc in same 1ch-sp, 1dc in
● 6.5mm hook each tr and 1ch-sp (2dc,1ch, 2dc) in
● Yarn needle each 3ch-sp, sl st to first dc – 60dc.
● Stitch marker Break off yarn B.

TENSION Rnd 5: Join yarn A to any 1ch-sp,

Work Rnds 1 & 2 of square to 1ch [1dc in same 1ch-sp, 15dc, 1dc
measure 10 x 10cm/4 x 4in from in next 1ch-sp, 2dc, 4htr, 3tr, 4dc,
corner to corner using 6.5mm 2dc] twice, sl st to first dc – 42dc,
hook, or size required to 16htr, 6tr.
obtain tension. Rnd 6: 1ch, 1dc blo, pm in st just
made, 15dc blo.
MEASUREMENTS Break off yarn.
Circumference: 19cm/7½in
Length: 19cm/7½in JOIN SIDES
With right sides together, fold
DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY square in half, taking care to match
Veruska is a crochet designer and each dc, htr and tr; insert hook in
teacher who lives in Italy. marked dc and in corresponding dc
Find her patterns on Ravelry at on other side of square, join tog
www.ravelry.com/designers/ with a sl st, insert hook under front
veruska and view her blog at loop of each of next 15 sts and
www.happysloth.it. under back loop of corresponding
sts, join tog with sl st through both
MITTS loops. Turn to RS.
START With yarn A 10ch, sl st to
beg of 10ch to close. CUFF
Rnd 1: 6ch (counts as 1tr, 3ch), [3tr, Work around circumference of mitt
3ch in ring] three times, 2tr in ring, as folls:
sl st to top of 3ch – 12tr. Rnd 1: With yarn A, 1ch, 1dc blo
Break off yarn A. around – 16dc.
Break off yarn A.

Granny Square
Rnd 2: Join yarn B to any 3ch-sp, Rnd 2: Join yarn B, 1ch, 1dc blo
3ch (counts as 1tr), (2tr, 3ch, 3tr) in around.
same 3ch-sp, [1ch, (3tr, 3ch, 3tr) in Break off yarn B.

Mitts
next 3ch-sp] three times, 1ch, sl st Rnd 3: Join yarn A, 2ch (counts as
to top of 3ch – 24tr. 1htr), 1htr blo around.
Break off yarn B. Break off yarn A.
Rnd 4: Join yarn B, 2ch, (counts as
BY VERUSKA SABUCCO Rnd 3: Join yarn A to any 3ch-sp, 1htr), 1htr blo around.
3ch (counts as 1tr), (2tr, 3ch, 3tr) in Break off yarn B.
Simple granny squares can be extremely same 3ch-sp, *1ch, 3tr in next
1ch-sp, 1ch**, (3tr, 3ch, 3tr) in next FINISHING END
versatile when thought of as “squares with 3ch-sp; rep from * three times, rep Weave in all ends.
holes” – the centre of the square works
perfectly as a thumbhole in these cosy mitts.

ADD TO THE STASH

Buy this pure wool yarn from
www.herdy.co.uk

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 MATERIALS
● DMC Natura Just Cotton XL,
100% cotton,
100g/75m/82yds
Yarn A: Cloud 12 x 3 balls
Yarn B: Aqua 73 x 2 balls
● 6.5mm hook
● Yarn needle

TENSION
Exact tension is not essential
for this design.

MEASUREMENTS
Finished rug is approximately
89cm/35in in diameter.

DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY
Emily is a crochet designer and
the proud author of Round And
Round The Crochet Hook.

SPECIAL STITCHES
Beginning Cluster (beg-cl):
2ch, *yoh, insert hook in same
stitch or space and draw up a
loop, yoh, pull through 2 loops
on hook; rep from * once more
(3 loops remain on hook), yoh,
pull through all 3 loops on hook
(first Cluster made).

Cluster (cl): Yoh, insert hook in

stitch or space indicated and
draw up a loop (3 loops on
hook), yoh, pull through 2 loops
on hook (2 loops on remain on
hook), *yoh, insert hook in same
stitch or space and draw up a
loop, yoh, pull through 2 loops
on hook; rep from * once more
(4 loops remain on hook), yoh,

Primrose Patch Rug pull through all 4 loops on hook.

Join with dc: With slip knot on

hook, insert hook into stitch or
BY EMILY LITTLEFAIR
space indicated and pull up a
loop (2 loops on hook), yoh and
The chunky yarn used for this design works up quickly, while the pull through both loops on hook
soft pastel colours bring a calming effect to any room it’s placed in. (first double crochet made).

Popcorn (pc): Work 5tr in same

stitch or space indicated, drop lp
from hook, insert hook from
front to back in first tr made, pull
dropped lp through.

V-Stitch (v-st): Work (tr, 3ch, tr)

in same stitch or space indicated.
This homely design is taken
from Round And Round
PATTERN NOTES
The Crochet Hook by
Emily Littlefair An adjustable ring can be used
(TUVA Publishing, £14.95). instead of the chain ring in Rnd 1.
Turn to page 12 for our review. All joins are slip stitches, unless
otherwise indicated.

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 ➻ MAKE IT Pattern instructions

All new colours are joined with Symbols

right side facing, unless chain = chain
otherwise indicated. slip stitch
= slip stitch
Weave in all ends as you go.
double =crochet
single crochet
RUG = half double crochet
start Rnd 1: (RS) Starting half treble crochet
with yarn A, 5ch; join
to first ch to form ring; 3ch treble crochet
= double crochet
(counts as first tr, now and
throughout), 15tr in ring; join
to third of beg 3ch – 16tr. = treble crochet
Rnd 2: 6ch (counts as 1dtr, 2ch,
now and throughout), [dtr in next
tr, 2ch] around; join to fourth of = first 3-dc bobble
beg 6ch – 16dtr, 16 2ch-sps.
Rnd 3: Sl st in next 2ch-sp, beg-cl
(see Special Stitches) in same sp,
= 3-dc bobble
4ch, [cl (see Special Stitches) in
next 2ch-sp, 4ch] around; join
to top of first cl – 16 clusters, = 5-dc popcorn
16 4ch-lps.
Rnd 4: Sl st in each of next 2ch,
sl st in 4ch-lp, 5ch, [sl st in next
4ch-lp, 5ch] around; sl st in first
5ch-lp – 16 5ch-lps.
Rnd 5: 1ch, (3dc, 1ch, 3dc) in
same lp, [(3dc, 1ch, 3dc) in next
5ch-lp] around; join to first dc
– 96dc, 16 1ch-sps.
Fasten off yarn A.

Rnd 6: Using yarn B, join with

dc (see Special Stitches) to any
1ch-sp, 4ch, [dc in next 1ch-sp,
4ch] around; join to first dc
– 16dc, 16 4ch-lps.
Rnd 7: Sl st in next 4ch-sp, 3ch
(counts as first tr, now and
throughout), 5tr in same sp, [6tr
in next 4ch-sp] around; join to
third of beg 3ch – 96tr.
Rnd 8: 2ch (does not count as first
st), htr in same st as joining, [htr in
Symbols
next tr] around; join to first htr = chain
– 96htr. = slip stitch
Rnd 9: 6ch, miss next htr, [dtr
in next htr, 2ch, miss next htr]
= single crochet
around; join to fourth of beg = half double crochet
6ch – 48dtr, 48 2ch-sps.
Rnd 10: Sl st in next 2ch-sp,
beg-cl in same sp, 3ch, [cl in next = double crochet
2ch-sp, 3ch] around; join to top of
first cl – 48 clusters, 48 3ch-lps.
double=treble
treble crochet
crochet
Rnd 11: 1ch, [3dc in each 3ch-lp]
around; join to first dc – 144dc.
Rnd 12: 1ch, dc in same st as first 3tr=cluster
first 3-dc bobble
joining, pc (see Special Stitches) in
next (centre) dc, dc in each of next
2 dc, 3dc in next (centre) dc, dc 3tr cluster
= 3-dc bobble
in each of next 2 dc, *pc in next
(centre) dc, dc in each of next
2 dc, 3dc in next (centre) dc, dc = 5-dc popcorn
5tr popcorn
in each of next 2 dc; rep from *

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 Errata
around, omitting last dc on final join to first dc – 24dc, 24 8ch-lps.
repeat; join to first dc – 24 Rnd 17: 1ch, [10dc in next 8ch-lp]
CORRECTIONS IN BOLD
popcorns, 168dc. around; join to first dc – 240dc.
Fasten off yarn B. Rnd 18: 3ch, [tr in next dc] around;
join to third of beg 3ch – 240tr. BROOMSTICK CANDLE COSY
Rnd 13: Join yarn A to centre dc Rnd 19: 1ch, dc in same st as ISSUE 95 page 66
of any 3dc group, 6ch (counts as joining, dc in each of next 5 tr, The instruction to “Make two” one piece only and fold in half
1tr, 3ch), tr in same st as joining *1ch, miss next 3 tr, (tr, 3ch, dtr) of the side is incorrect – work to seam.
(first v-st made), *2ch, miss next in next tr, (dtr, 3ch, dtr) in next tr,
3dc, tr in next pc, 2ch, miss next (dtr, 3ch, tr) in next tr, 1ch, miss
3dc, v-st (see Special Stitches) next 3 tr, dc in each of next 11 tr;
in next (centre) dc; rep from * rep from * around, ending 1ch,
around, omitting last v-st on final miss next 3 tr, (tr, 3ch, dtr) in next
repeat; join to third of beg 6ch tr, (dtr, 3ch, dtr) in next tr, (dtr,
– 24 v-sts, 24tr, 48 2ch-sps. 3ch, tr) in next tr, 1ch, miss next
Rnd 14: Sl st in next 3ch-sp (of 3 tr, dc in each of next 5 tr; join
v-st), 3ch, 4tr in same sp, 2ch, to first dc – 24tr, 48dtr, 132dc,
miss next 2ch-sp, dc in next tr, 24 1ch-sps, 36 3ch-sps.
2ch, miss next 2ch-sp, [5tr in Fasten off yarn A.
next v-st, 2ch, dc in next tr, 2ch]
around; join to third of beg 3ch Rnd 20: Join yarn B to same dc as
– 120tr, 24dc, 48 2ch-sps. Rnd 19 joining, 5ch (counts as
Rnd 15: 4ch (counts as 1tr, 1ch), 1dtr, 1ch), ([dtr, 1ch] twice) in
[tr in next tr, 1ch] four times, miss same dc, *miss next 2 dc, dc in
next 2ch-sp, dc in next dc, 1ch, next dc, 1ch, dc in next dc, miss
miss next 2ch-sp, *[tr in next tr, next dc, [5tr in next 3ch-sp, sl st in
1ch] five times, dc in next dc, sp between dtr-sts] twice, 5tr in
1ch; rep from * around; join to next 3ch-sp, miss next dc, [dc in
third of beg 4ch – 120tr, 24dc, next dc, 1ch] twice, miss next
144 1ch-sps. 2 dc**, ([dtr, 1ch] three times)
in next (centre) dc; rep from *
Rnd 16: [Sl st in next 1ch-sp, sl st around, ending at ** on final FUMA BASKET
in next tr] twice, 1ch, dc in same repeat; join to fourth of beg 5ch ISSUE 96 page 71
(centre) tr, [8ch, miss next 11 sts, – 36dtr, 180tr, 48dc, The beginning of the pattern This is incorrect, and it should be
dc in next (centre) tr] around, 24 sl sts, 72 1ch-sps. END refers to yarn A being held double. worked as a single strand.
omitting last dc on final repeat; Fasten off yarn B.

We have all our patterns checked professionally and try our hardest to ensure all pattern text is
correct at time of going to press. Unfortunately mistakes do occasionally occur and any errata
that we are aware of can be found at www.insidecrochet.co.uk/errata. Please do let us know
if you find any mistakes by emailing errata@tailormadepublishing.co.uk.

The result of the finished project will vary depending on the yarn used. We always recommend
swatching before beginning a new crochet project and using the yarn suggested for best
results. However, if you decide to use an alternative, ensure you swatch thoroughly to achieve
the correct tension provided in the pattern.

All patterns are for personal use only, no pattern or part of this magazine may be reproduced
and redistributed without prior consent from Tailor Made Publishing Ltd.

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 ➻ MAKE IT Pattern instructions

TURN TO
PAGE 84 FOR
SARAH’S GUIDE
TO CHUNKY
YARNS

Big Bobble Cowl

MATERIALS blogspot.com and www.etsy.com/
● Stylecraft Swift Knit Mega, uk/shop/AnnaboosHouse.
80% acrylic/20% wool,
200g/70m/76yds PATTERN NOTES
BY SARAH SHRIMPTON
Shade: Wedgewood 2144 The cowl is worked in joined
x 2 balls rounds.
Who would have known that bobbles were so ● 15mm hook To adjust the fit, simply alter the
easy to make? Hook our fun chunky cowl for starting chain (it must be an even
YARN ALTERNATIVES number) and the number of
a quick-make project with plenty of texture. Use any super-chunky yarn of the rounds completed.
same (or approximate) weight and
length to achieve a similar effect. COWL
START With 15mm hook,
TENSION 34ch, taking care not
Exact tension is not essential for to twist sts, sl st to first st to join
this design. to a rnd.
Rnd 1: 1ch (does not count as st),
MEASUREMENTS [1dc in next ch, 1dtr in next ch] to
Finished cowl is 33cm/13in tall and end, sl st to first dc to join – 34 sts.
89cm/35in in circumference. Rnd 2: 4dc (counts as 1dtr), 1dc,
[1dtr, 1dc] to end, sl st to top of
DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY 4ch to join.
Crochet blogger, freelance These two rnds form pattern and
designer and indie yarn dyer, are repeated.
Sarah is also the author of Work in patt for a further ten rnds
Beginner’s Guide To Crochet and or until yarn runs out.
Supersize Crochet. Find her Fasten off and weave END
online at www.annabooshouse. in ends.

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 ➻ MAKE IT Pattern instructions

Cool Blues Throw

MATERIALS
● Bergère de France Coton Satine,
100% cotton,
50g/105m/115yds
BY BERGÈRE DE FRANCE DESIGN TEAM
Yarn A: Turquoise 35236
x 10 balls
This simple throw is a great easy-hook Yarn B: Beige 35214 x 9 balls
project for the cold winter months. Yarn C: Ecru 35231 x 8 balls
Yarn D: Noir 35238 x 8 balls
● 3.5mm hook
ADD TO THE STASH
Buy these colourful yarns from TENSION
www.bergeredefrance.co.uk
Work 19 sts and 9.5 rounds in
pattern to measure 10 x 10cm/
4 x 4in using 3.5mm hook, or
size required to obtain tension.

MEASUREMENTS
Finished throw is 150 x 150cm/
59 x 59in.

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 ol A, 2 rounds col D, 4 rounds
Secure & weave in all ends.
col A,•
2 rounds
he 1st loop, 1 ch,col C, Rep from • to • twice more then fasten off.
k: tr), 1 2chrounds
e 1st col B,
& 3 dc PATTERN STITCH
m
e *to*
more, 2then rounds col A,
2 dc Secure & weave in all ends.

4
ch
heat1st loop, 1 ch,
PATTERN STITCH
1 ch, into the next
c1 (uk:
ch, tr); 1 ch* rep 3
3 dctr) into the foll
uk: PATTERN STITCH 4
st2 loop.
dc 2 next 1ch-sp, 1ch; rep from * Now work two rounds in yarn C.
he 1st loop, 1 ch, 4 twice more, 2tr into the first Two rounds in yarn B.
1 ch, 3
1 ch• work once 1 1ch-sp, close round using sl st Two rounds in yarn A.
next
work
* rep
3 dc (uk: tr), 3
to third ch at beg of round. Three rounds in yarn D.
me foll
*to* twice more, 2 Change to yarn B. Three rounds in yarn C.
2 dc (uk: tr) into Rnd 3: 4ch, 3tr into corner Three rounds in yarn B.
1 2 1ch-sp, 1ch, *3tr into the next Three rounds in yarn A.
1 ch, 1ch-sp, 1ch, (3tr, 1ch, 3tr) into
ork
onceas for Round 4 1 next 1ch-sp, 1ch; rep from * *Four rounds in yarn D.
me
k: tr), each round.
on twice more, 3tr into next Four rounds in yarn C.
more,
ochet: Stitches/ 1ch-sp, 1ch, 2tr into the first Four rounds in yarn B.
into 1ch-sp, close round using sl st Four rounds in yarn A.
to third ch at beg of round. Repeat from * two
und 4 Change to yarn A. more times. Fasten off END
ound. Rnd 4: 4ch, 3tr into corner and weave in all ends.
ches/ 1ch-sp, 1ch, *3tr into the next
essential to make 1ch-sp, 1ch**, work once more
k Your Tension” = 1 loop from * to **, (3tr, 1ch, 3tr) into
k). next 1ch-sp, 1ch; rep from *
n st using 3.5 mm or = 1 Ch twice more, then work from *
to ** twice more, 2tr into first
make = 1 loop 1ch-sp, close round using sl st
sion” = 1 loop or = dc
tr (uk: tr)
to third ch at beg of round.
or = 1 Ch
mm or = 1 Ch or = 1 Sl st Change to yarn D.
or = dc (uk: tr) Rnd 5: Work as for Rnd 4 but
PATTERN NOTES or = dc (uk:1:tr)4ch (counts as 1tr, 1ch
Rnd work from * to ** one more
This cosy pattern was taken
Work the sl st at the end of each throughout) into ring, *3tr, 1ch; time on each round.
or = 1 Slorstready = 1rep
round with the new colour, Sl stfrom * twice more, 2tr, close Rnd 5 sets pattern and
from Le Wooling #4 from
Bergère de France (£5.90 for
to start the next round. round using sl st to third ch at is repeated. downloadable PDF), which
beg of round. contains 29 fun knitting and
THROW Continue to work in pattern crochet patterns for the whole
START With yarn D and Change to yarn C. making the following family, available from
3.5mm hook, make Rnd 2: 4ch, 3tr into corner colour changes. www.bergeredefrance.co.uk.
an adjustable ring. 1ch-sp, 1ch, *(3tr, 1ch, 3tr) into Rnd 6: Yarn D.

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 ➻ MAKE IT Pattern instructions

Sarah’s Seal
MATERIALS www.knitsnotperfect.blog
● Drops Safran, 100% cotton, spot.co.uk. Turn to page 98 to
50g/160m/175yds read our interview with Sarah.
Shade: Medium Grey 07
BY SARAH REED x 1 ball PATTERN NOTES
● Scraps of black yarn Use a stitch marker to denote
Enjoy this playful companion ● 3mm hook ends of rounds. The head is
● Stitch marker worked from tip of nose to neck.
wherever you are! ● Toy stuffing The body worked from the neck
● Wool pins edge to the back.
● Yarn needle
Fins are created in the round but
YARN ALTERNATIVES are used flat and are not stuffed.
You can use any similar weight The 3dc in the last chain helps
ADD TO THE STASH yarn to achieve a similar effect. when turning the fin piece so the
Buy this pure cotton yarn from dc can be worked on the other
www.woolwarehouse.co.uk TENSION side of the chain. Work final 1dc in
Exact tension is not required for same ch as the first 2dc. Leave a
this piece. Make sure the tension long tail when fastening off and
is tight enough to ensure no toy use this to sew fins to the body.
stuffing can escape.
Wool pins can be used to help
MEASUREMENTS position the parts of the seal.
Height: 10cm/4in. The pose of the seal can be
Width: 18cm/7in. adapted to suit.

DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY The whiskers are made using a

Sarah Reed is a knitting and Lark’s Head Knot. To work this,
crochet designer who lives in fold the piece of yarn in half and
Birmingham. You can follow thread a needle with the
her journey on her blog non-folded ends. Thread the

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 needle through a stitch on the hook make an adjustable ring, TAIL FIN Using scraps of black yarn,
Head, then through the loop at the 6dc in ring – 6dc. Make two embroider eyes approximately
end of the yarn. Pull tight, remove Rnd 1: 2dc in each dc around With 3mm hook, 5ch. 2cm/¾in up from nose tip
the needle, and trim to suit. – 12dc. Rnd 1: 2dc in second ch from working a couple of black sts 2dc
Rnd 2: [1dc, 2dc in next st] six hook, 1dc in each of next 2ch, 3dc wide and 1dc deep.
HEAD times – 18dc. in next ch, turn and work up other Embroider nose onto nose tip as
START Starting at nose tip, Rnd 3: [2dc, 2dc in next st] six side of foundation ch working 1dc for eyes.
with 3mm hook make times – 24dc. in each of next 3ch – 10dc.
an adjustable ring, 6dc in ring Rnd 4: [3dc, 2dc in next st] six Rnds 2–10: Dc around. For whiskers cut two 4cm/1½in
– 6dc. times – 30dc. Fasten off leaving a long tail. lengths of black yarn and fold
Rnd 1: 2dc in each dc around Rnd 5: [4dc, 2dc in next st] six in half.
– 12dc. times – 36dc. BODY FIN Attach using a Lark’s Head Knot
Rnd 2: Dc around. Rnds 6–10: Dc around. Make two (see Pattern Notes) positioned 1dc
Rnd 3: [1dc, 2dc in next st] six With 3mm hook, 4ch. either side of nose tip.
times – 18dc. Rnd 11: [4dc, dc2tog] six times Rnd 1: 2dc in second ch from
Rnd 4: Dc around. – 30dc. hook, 1dc in next ch, 3dc in next Alternatively insert folded edge
Rnd 5: [2dc, 2dc in next st] six Rnds 12–16: Dc around. ch, turn and work up other side of through dc near nose then
times – 24dc. Rnd 17: [3dc, dc2tog] six times foundation ch working 1dc in next thread other end underneath
Rnds 6–10: Dc around. – 24dc. 2ch – 8dc. to create whiskers for each side.
Rnd 11: [2dc, dc2tog] six times Rnds 18–22: Dc around. Rnds 2–7: Dc around.
– 18dc. Rnd 23: [2dc, dc2tog] six times Fasten off leaving a long tail. Embroider three lines on each side
Stuff head firmly. – 18dc. of tail fins 1cm/½in long using
Rnds 24–28: Dc around. FINISHING whip stitch over edge of fins.
Rnd 12: [1dc, dc2tog] six times Stuff body firmly. Place body on a flat surface, place Repeat for body fins.
– 12dc. head on side of body at neck edge.
Rnd 13: Dc2tog around – 6dc. Rnd 29: [1dc, dc2tog] six times Attach head so it faces 90 degrees Using photo as a guide, sew tail
Fasten off. – 12dc. from the body (using picture as fins, flat side to flat side,
Rnds 30–34: Dc around. a guide). Hold in position to end of body.
BODY Rnd 35: Dc2tog around – 6dc. using wool pins and attach with END
Starting at neck edge, with 3mm Fasten off. yarn needle. Weave in all loose ends.

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 MATERIALS close up opening.
● Pure wool DK yarn, Rnd 1: 1ch, 1dc into first st,
small amounts only 2dc into next st, 1dc into next st,
Yarn A: Avocado Green 2dc in next st, sl st to first st
Yarn B: White – 6 sts.
● 3mm hook Rnds 2 & 3: 1ch, 1dc into every
● Garden twine, approximately st to end, sl st to first st.
20cm/8in long Rnd 4: *1ch, (1dc, 1 htr) into first
● Double-pointed knitting st, (1tr, 1dtr) into next st, fasten
needle, or similar off, rejoin yarn to next st; rep
● Large sew-on brooch back from * twice more.
Weave in ends at the top of each
TENSION petal to the back of it so it
Exact tension is not crucial for creates a nice curl.
this design.
LEAF
MEASUREMENTS Make two
Finished snowdrop is Using yarn A, make 18ch.
approximately 12cm/4¾in long. Row 1: 1dc into second ch from
hook, 1dc into next ch, 1htr into
DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY next ch, 1tr into next 11 ch, 1htr
Anna has been crocheting and into next ch, 1dc in the last 2ch.
knitting since childhood, and has Fasten off.
been designing for around ten
years, creating many gorgeous MAKING UP
accessory and homeware Using the tail of the i-cord, sew

Snowdrop designs. Visit her website at

www.moochka.co.uk
a flower to the top of each
i-cord. You may wish to insert
thin wire into the i-cords to

Brooch
I-CORD stiffen them; straightened bobby
START Make five pins also work very well.
Make two lengths
of i-cord that are 9cm/3½in Sew the leaves on the side of
BY ANNA NIKIPIROWICZ
long, and three that are the i-cord stems of two of the
11cm/4¼in long. longer flowers.
This delicate bunch of snowdrops Step 1: Using yarn A, 3ch,
insert hook into second ch from Weave in all loose ends.
makes the perfect January accessory.
hook, yrh and draw up a loop, Arrange the flowers in a bunch
insert hook into next ch, yrh with the longer ones at the back,
and draw up a loop (3 loops then wind the garden twine
on hook). around the stems and
Step 2: Slip first 2 loops onto tie at the front.
double-pointed needle or Attach the brooch END
whichever needle you have back to the reverse.
handy, yrh and draw through
remaining loop on hook. Insert
hook into first loop on needle,
yrh and draw yarn through
(2 loops now on hook). Insert
hook into second loop on
needle, yrh and draw yarn
through (3 loops now on hook).
Repeat Step 2 until i-cord
measures desired length.
Cut yarn, leaving a tail of around
10cm/4in, yrh and draw end
through all 3 loops on hook, pull
tight to fasten off.
This sweet design is taken
FLOWER from Twenty To Crochet:
Make five Crocheted Flowers To Wear
Using yarn B, work 4dc into by Anna Nikipirowicz
adjustable ring, enclosing the (Search Press, £4.99). Turn
tail as you work, sl st to first st to page 12 for our review.
and pull tight on the tail to

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 ➻ MAKE IT Pattern instructions

MATERIALS Special Stitches), 1tr, tr2tog, miss

● Women’s Institute Soft and 1 st, 1ch, 3tr in next st] ten times,
Chunky, 70% acrylic/ miss 1 st, 1ch, tr2tog, 1tr, tr2tog,
30% Merino wool, miss 1 st, 1ch, 2tr in last st, turn.
100g/110m/120yds Row 3: 3ch (counts as first st), 2tr
Yarn A: Cream x 9 balls in next tr, [miss 1 ch, 1ch, tr3tog
● James C Brett Party Time (see Special Stitches), miss 1 ch,
Chunky, 100% acrylic, 1ch, 2tr in next tr, 1tr, 2tr in next
100g/154m/168yds tr] ten times, miss 1 ch, 1ch,
Yarn B: Shade PT2 x 1 ball tr3tog, miss 1ch, 1ch, 2tr in
● 7mm & 9mm hooks next tr, 1tr in top of 3ch, turn.
Row 4: 3ch (counts as first st),
YARN ALTERNATIVES tr2tog, [miss 1 ch, 1ch, 3tr in next
You can use any good quality st, miss 1 ch, 1ch, tr2tog, 1tr,
chunky weight yarn to achieve tr2tog] ten times, miss 1 ch, 1ch,
a similar effect. 3tr in next st, miss 1 ch, 1ch
tr2tog, 1tr in last st, turn.
TENSION Row 5: 2ch (counts as first part
Work complete diamond to st), 1tr in next st, [miss 1 ch, 1ch,
measure 6cm/2¼in wide by 2tr in next tr, 1tr, 2tr in next tr,
10cm/4in high using 7mm hook, miss 1 ch, 1ch, tr3tog] ten times,
or size required to obtain tension. miss 1 ch, 1ch, 2tr in next tr, 1tr,
2tr in next tr, miss 1 ch, 1ch,
MEASUREMENTS tr2tog, turn.
Finished blanket measures Rows 6–9: As Rows 2–5.
112 x 134cm/44 x 52¾in.
CROW’S FOOT DIVIDER
DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY Row 1: 1ch (does NOT count as
Lindy Zubairy shares her passion first st), 1dc in each st to end
for crochet by teaching, designing (including 1ch-sps), turn.
and writing. Look out for her Row 2: 1ch (does NOT count
book Popcorns, Bobbles & Puffs as first st), 1dc in each st to end,
To Crochet (Quarto Press, turn – 89dc.
£9.95). Find her online at Row 3: 3ch (counts as first st),
www.yocrochet.co.uk. [miss 3 sts, 1dtr in next st, 1tr in
each missed st (working right to

Diamond Throw SPECIAL STITCHES

Tr2tog: Yoh, insert hook, yoh, pull
up a loop (3 loops on hook), yoh,
left as normal behind dtr just
worked)] 22 times, 1tr in same st
as last dtr, turn.
BY LINDY ZUBAIRY pull through 2 loops (2 loops on Row 4: 3ch (counts as first st),
hook), yoh, insert hook in next st [miss 3 sts, 1dtr in next dtr, 1tr in
(4 loops on hook), yoh, pull through each missed st (working right to
This classic openwork blanket includes a gentle 2 loops (3 loops on hook)*, yoh, left as normal in front of dtr just
introduction to crocheted cabling techniques pull through all 3 loops. worked)] 22 times, 1tr in top of
Tr3tog: Work as tr2tog to *, yoh, 3ch, turn.
with its “bird’s footprint” accent rows.
insert hook in next st (5 loops on Row 5: 1ch (does not count as
hook), yoh, pull through 2 loops first st), 1dc in each st to end, turn
(4 loops on hook), yoh, pull (it’s important to count your
through all 4 loops. stitches here – should still be 89).
Row 6: 1ch (does not count as
PATTERN NOTES first st) 1dc in each st to end, turn.
ADD TO THE STASH
The blanket would work equally
Buy these chunky yarns from
www.hobbycraft.co.uk well without the crow’s foot Starting from Row 2, work
dividers if you prefer, and any 32 rows of Main Panel working
ribbon threaded around would Rows 2–5 in sequence.
work instead of the i-cord.
Work Rows 1–6 of Crow’s Foot
MAIN PANEL Divider.
START With 7mm hook, 90ch.
Row 1: (RS) 1dc in Starting from Row 2, work eight
second ch from hk, 1dc in each rows of Main Panel working Rows
ch to end, turn – 89dc. 2–5 in sequence. Do not fasten off.

Row 2: 3ch (counts as first tr), 1tr in BORDER

same st, [miss 1 st, 1ch, tr2tog (see Left Edge: With RS facing, 2ch,

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 5

1dc in same st as last dc worked 1

(corner) work in dc evenly to end
ensuring blanket is neither
puckering nor stretching, 2ch, 5
sl st to last dc of first row.
Fasten off.
4
Right Edge: With RS facing, join
yarn to first st of first row, 2ch
(corner), work in dc evenly to end 3
working same no of dc as for left
edge, 2ch (corner), sl st to first dc
of last row of blanket.
2
Do not fasten off.
1
FILET BORDER
Rnd 1: (RS) 4ch (counts as 1tr,
1ch), *miss 1 st, [1tr, miss 1 st, 1ch] 6
44 times, (1tr, 2ch, 1tr) in corner
5
2ch-sp; rep from * around entire
blanket, sl st to join.
Rnd 2: (RS) 1ch (does not count
as st), 1dc in each tr and 1ch-sp 4
around, work (1dc, 2ch, 1dc) in
each corner 2ch-sp, sl st to join.
Fasten off.
3
I-CORD 2
With 9mm hook and yarn B, 3ch. 1
*Pull up a loop through second ch
from hook and third ch from hook
– 3 loops on hook, slip these rep from *until cord is long enough chain stitch (ch)
2 loops on to a knitting or cabling to thread through entire
double crochet (dc)
needle, 1ch, (slip 1 loop from filet border. END
needle back onto hook, 1ch) twice; Tie in a bow.
treble crochet (tr)

double treble crochet (tr)

stitch appears in front of other stitches

stitch appears behind other stitches

chain stitch (ch)

double crochet (dc)

treble crochet (tr)

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 ➻ MAKE IT Pattern instructions

MATERIALS
● Adriafil Ricamo 8,
100% cotton,
20g/150m/163yds
Yarn A: Grass green x 1 ball
Yarn B: Amethyst x 1 ball
Yarn C: White x 1 ball
Yarn D: Yellow x 1 ball
Yarn E: Flesh x 1 ball
Yarn F: Pale tan x 1 ball
● Embroidery thread
Yarn G: White x 1 ball
Yarn H: Yellow x 1 ball
Yarn I: Green x 1 ball
Yarn J: Black x 1 ball
Yarn K: Red x 1 ball
Yarn L: Eye colour x 1 ball
Yarn M: Mouth colour x 1 ball
● DMC Light Effects
Stranded Cotton
Yarn N: E211 x 1 skein
Yarn O: E155 x 1 skein
Yarn P: E3821 x 1 skein
● 1mm, 1.25mm, 1.5mm,
1.75mm & 2mm hooks
● Toy stuffing
● Three plastic canvas circles,
11.5cm diameter
● Plastic tube, 7.5cm/3in high,
4cm/1½in diameter
● Small pearly button
● Small yellow seed beads
(optional)

TENSION
Not critical, but work fairly tightly
to avoid stuffing coming through
toadstool cap.

MEASUREMENTS
Finished piece is approximately
18cm/7in high.

DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY
The Crafty Rambler taught herself
to crochet from a library book at
a young age, and loves creating
amigurumi designs and giving

Tooth Fairy Secrets

each them their own personality.

PATTERN NOTES
BY THE CRAFTY RAMBLER For the plastic tube, the sample
used a cut down glitter glue pot.

This adorable tooth fairy design is sure to delight, and her home BASE
hides a secret treasure store perfect for treats and precious items. START Make two
With 2mm hook and
yarn A make an adjustable ring.
Rnd 1: 1ch, 6dc in ring – 6dc.
Rnd 2: [2dc in next st] six times
– 12dc.
Rnd 3: [1dc, 2dc in next st] six
times – 18dc.
Rnd 4: [2dc, 2dc in next st] six
times – 24dc.

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 Rnd 5: [3dc, 2dc in next st] six times – 42dc. Sew pearly button on centre blo of last row and first base ch of
times – 30dc. Rnd 8: [6dc, 2dc in next st] six front mark. first row, sl st tog; rep from * to
Cont in this way increasing 6 sts times – 48dc. With RS facing, using sewing tail, end taking care to bring ball of
on each rnd until rnd with “[24dc, Rnd 9: [7dc, 2dc in next st] six working on yarn A row, work yarn through to middle.
2dc in next st] six times” has been times – 54dc. grass stalks of various lengths Turn work over, to RS, cont in rnds
worked, sl st in next st to join Rnd 10: Dc around. using picture as a guide. to form “flat” area.
– 156dc. Rep Rnd 10 until crochet tube Working on inner circle, 1ch, 1dc
Fasten off, weave in ends. reaches top of plastic tube and GILLS in base of ch, 1dc in each row end
back down again, less one row. With yarn C and 2mm hook, 22ch. – 60dc.
Sew each base to a plastic circle Change to yarn A, work one row Row 1: 1dc in second ch from
ensuring sts do not show by in dc. hook, 1dc in each of next 6ch, Rnd 1: [8dc, dc2tog] six times
sewing up the six increase spines Fasten off, leaving a long tail. turn – 7dc. – 54dc.
and around second to last row of Row 2: 1ch, 7dc blo, turn. Rnd 2: [7dc, dc2tog] six times
plastic circle. With RS facing, place stalk over Row 3: 1ch, 14dc blo, turn – 48dc.
Ensure last row of crochet is hand (like a glove puppet) feed – 14dc blo. Rnd 3: [6dc, dc2tog] six times
left free. starting base (ie first nine rnds) Row 4: 1ch, 14dc blo, turn. – 42dc.
down inside stalk so that base Row 5: 1ch, 21dc blo, turn Rnd 4: [5dc, dc2tog] six times
STALK and finishing row are level, feed – 21dc blo. – 36dc.
With yarn C and 2mm hook, make plastic tube up between the two Row 6: 1ch, 21dc blo, turn. Rnd 5: [4dc, dc2tog] six times
an adjustable ring. “walls” of crochet, easing the Row 7: 1ch, 7dc blo, turn – 30dc.
Rnd 1: 1ch, 6dc in ring – 6dc. base flat inside with last yarn A – 7dc blo. Rnd 6: [3dc, dc2tog] six times
Rnd 2: [2dc in next st] six times st being centre back, mark centre Row 8: 1ch, 7dc blo, turn. – 24dc.
– 12dc. back of top of stalk and centre Row 9: 1ch, 14dc blo, turn Rnd 7: [2dc, dc2tog] six times
Rnd 3: [1dc, 2dc in next st] six front, 18 rows up. – 14dc blo. – 18dc.
times – 18dc. Remove tube. Row 10: 1ch, 14dc blo, turn. Rnd 8: [1dc, dc2tog] six times
Rnd 4: [2dc, 2dc in next st] six Row 11: 1ch, 21dc blo, turn – 12dc.
times – 24dc. With yarn C and 2mm hook, using – 21dc blo. Rnd 9: Dc2tog around – 6dc.
Rnd 5: [3dc, 2dc in next st] six surface crochet, work 1ch, 4dc Row 12: 1ch, 21dc blo, turn. Fasten off leaving sewing tail.
times – 30dc. before centre back mark, 1dc in Rep Rows 7–12 a further 29 times
Rnd 6: [4dc, 2dc in next st] six centre and 4dc after, turn – 9dc. to make a full circle. Thread tail through loops and
times – 36dc. Row 2: 1ch, 9dc. Place seams together with last ease to close.
Rnd 7: [5dc, 2dc in next st] six Fasten off leaving sewing tail. row on top, 1ch, *insert hk in first With tail sew flat area to middle of

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through to back of stalk 1dc apart

and knot.
Repeat for as many flowers as
desired. Replace tube.
Using sewing tail from yarn A row
of stalk, sew stalk to centre of one
base, being sure to sew down
through plastic circle underneath.
Using sewing tails and working
down through plastic, sew fairy
stools to base as in photo.
Randomly place and knot flowers
to base, being sure to work down
through the plastic.
Working on right sides, place
marker in second st of increase all
around on both bases.
Place bases with wrong sides
together, with stalk facing away,
insert hook in first st after
marker, 1ch, 1dc in same st,
24dc, 2dc in next st, [25dc, 2dc
in next st] five times.
Fasten off and weave in end.

Lay flat area of gills over top of

stalk, centre back to centre back.
Sew hinge through last row of flat
area being sure to sew up through
plastic.
Sew button loop to last row of flat
area at centre front with five
spaces between and through
plastic.
Test button loop over button, if all
is well sew last of larger flowers to
button loop tab.
plastic circle, ensuring it does not FAIRY STOOL CAP Rnd 6: [2dc, dc2tog] three times
show on RS. Make two – 9dc. TOADSTOOL CAP
Sew outer area to last row of With yarn B and 1.75mm hook, Rnds 7 & 8: Dc around. With 2mm hook and yarn B, make
plastic circle stuffing as you go, make an adjustable ring. Fasten off leaving sewing tail. an adjustable ring.
with main stuffing towards inner Rnd 1: 1ch, 6dc, in ring – 6dc. Using yarn C, sew tiny spores at Rnd 1: 1ch, 6dc in ring – 6dc.
flat area, allowing an area of Rnd 2: 2dc in each st around random on cap. Rnd 2: [2dc in next st] six times
lighter stuffing at the end where – 12dc. Sew gill to cap with a little – 12dc.
hinge will be attached, mark this Rnd 3: [1dc, 2dc in next st] six stuffing easing in extra sts. Rnd 3: [1dc, 2dc in next st] six
area as centre back. times – 18dc. Stuff stalk and set aside. Don’t times – 18dc.
Mark centre front where button Rnd 4: [2dc, 2dc in next st] six worry if they are a little lop-sided, Rnd 4: [2dc, 2dc in next st] six
loop will go. times – 24dc. it’s more natural. times – 24dc.
Fasten off leaving a tail. Rnd 5: [3dc, 2dc in next st] six
FLOWERS BUTTON LOOP times – 30dc.
Make 15 or more FAIRY STOOL GILL Using yarn C and 2mm hook, Rnds 6–21: Cont in this way, inc
With 1.75mm hook and yarn D, & STALK work enough ch to start at top of 6 sts on each rnd as set – 126dc.
leaving a long tail, make an Make two stalk down under button and Rnd 22: Dc around.
adjustable ring, 1ch, 5dc in ring, With yarn C, and 1.75mm hook, back to top with a bit of give, 1dc Rnd 23: [20dc, 2dc in next st] six
pull gently to close ring, sl st to make an adjustable ring. in second ch from hook, mark half times – 132dc.
first st. Rnd 1: 1ch, 6dc, in ring – 6dc. way ch and work 1dc in each ch to Rnd 24: Dc around.
Fasten off yarn D leaving a tail, Rnd 2: 2dc in each st around this point, work (1dc, 1htr, 3tr, Rnd 25: [21dc, 2dc in next st] six
thread tail through to back. – 12dc. 1htr, 1dc) in marked ch and 1dc in times – 138dc.
Using yarn C and working in blo, Rnd 3: [1dc blo, 2dc blo in next st] each rem ch to end. Rnd 26: Dc around.
work 2ch, (1htr, 1tr, 1htr, 2ch, – 18dc blo. Test to make sure that button Rnd 27: [22dc, 2dc in next st] six
1sl st) in blo of same st, *sl st blo Fasten off, weave in ends. easily undoes, as it might need a times – 144dc.
in next st, 2ch, (1htr, 1tr, 1htr, couple of extra ch. Rnd 28: Dc around.
2ch, 1sl st) in blo of same st; rep Rnd 4: Rejoin yarn C and work in Rnd 29: [23dc, 2dc in next st] six
from * to end – 5 petals. flo of Rnd 2, 1ch, 12dc flo. Randomly place flowers on stalk. times – 150dc.
Fasten off yarn C, weave in ends. Rnd 5: Dc around. Using thread each flower tail Fasten off and weave in end.

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 Using yarn C, sew small spores embroider mouth, finishing at Fasten off and weave in ends. dc, sl st in next sl st, 1dc in next
randomly all over the cap. top of head. Slip dress onto body with start of dc, 1ch, 1htr in next htr, 1ch, 1tr in
Set aside. skirt at first row of yarn A. ch-sp, 1dtr in next dtr, 1ch, 1dtr in
ARMS Stitch skirt to body at this point. ch-sp, 1ch, 1trtr in next dtr, 1trtr
FAIRY Make two in last ch of turning ch. Do not
With 2mm hook and yarn E, make With 2mm hook and yarn E, BODICE STRAPS turn, change to yarn P, 1ch,
an adjustable ring. leaving a long tail, 12ch, sl st to Make two working along side of wing, work
Rnd 1: 1ch, 6dc in ring – 6dc. third ch from hook and in each ch Using 2mm hook and one strand 9dc, 1ch, 1dc in same sp as last dc,
Rnd 2: [2dc in next st] six times to end. of yarn N, 10ch, sew one end to 4dc, 1ch, 1dc in same sp as last dc,
– 12dc. Fasten off leaving sewing tail. bodice front and sew spare end working along side of wing, work
Rnd 3: [1dc, 2dc in next st] six Thread these two tails through of bodice strap over top of arm 9dc, 2ch, 1htr in same sp as last
times – 18dc. body, one row down from neck and cross over at centre back dc, 1htr in next st, 2htr in ch-sp,
Rnd 4: [2dc, 2dc in next st] six and to side of body and tails and secure. 1htr in next st, 2htr in ch-sp, 1htr
times – 24dc. 1dc apart. Feed these tails up in next st, 2htr in ch-sp, 1htr in
Rnds 5–8: Dc around. through to top of head 1dc RIGHT WING next st, 1htr in ch-sp, 1dc, sl st in
Rnd 9: [2dc, dc2tog] six times apart and secure. With 2mm hook and one strand next sl st, 1dc, 1htr in ch-sp, 1htr
– 18dc. Arms will naturally curve towards of yarn O, 6ch. in next st, 2htr in ch-sp, 1htr in
Rnd 10: [1dc, dc2tog] six times centre front. Row 1: 1tr in third ch from hook, next st, 2htr in next st, 2htr in
– 12dc. [1ch, 1tr in next ch] twice, 1ch, 2tr ch-sp, 1htr in next st, 2htr in
Rnd 11: Dc2tog around – 6dc. LEGS in last ch, turn. ch-sp, 1htr in each of next 2 sts,
Rnds 12 & 13: Dc around. Make two Row 2: 4ch, 1dtr in same place as 2ch, sl st in first dc.
Rnd 14: [2dc in next st] six times With 2mm hook and yarn E, turning ch, 1ch, 1tr in next tr, 1ch, Fasten off and weave in ends.
– 12dc. leaving a long tail, 20ch, 1dtr in 1htr in ch–sp, 1dc in next tr, sl st in
Stuff head. fourth ch from hook, 4ch in base ch-sp, 1dc in next tr, 1ch, 1htr in LEFT WING
of dtr, 1dc in each ch to end. ch-sp, 1ch, 1tr in next tr, 1ch, 1dtr Work Rows 1–3 of Right Wing
Rnd 15: Dc around. Fasten off leaving sewing tail. in last st, turn. until last st before colour change,
Rnd 16: [3dc, 2dc in next st] three On base, mark centre, thread tails Row 3: 4ch, 1dtr in same place as complete the st, fasten off and
times – 15dc. on first and second rows either turning ch, 1ch, 1dtr in next st, weave in ends.
Rnd 17: Dc around. side of mark. 1ch, 1tr in ch-sp, 1ch, 1tr in next Turn wing over, this is now RS
Rnd 18: [4dc, 2dc in next st] three Knot tails on WS and cut close. st, 1ch, 1htr in ch-sp, 1dc in next of work.
times – 18dc. Set aside.
Rnd 19: Dc around.
Rnd 20: [5dc, 2dc in next st] three FAIRY SKIRT
times – 21dc. Using 2mm hook and one strand
Rnds 21 & 22: Dc around. of yarn N, 25ch.
Row 1: 1dc in second ch from
Change to yarn B. hook, 1dc in each ch to end, turn
Rnd 23: Dc around. – 24dc.
Rnd 24: [5dc, dc2tog] three times Row 2: 3ch, 1tr in base of 3 tr, 2tr
– 18dc. in each dc to end, turn – 48tr.
Rnds 25 & 26: Dc around. Row 3: 3ch, 2tr in next st, [1tr, 2tr
Fasten off and weave in ends. Do in next st] 23 times, turn – 72tr.
not stuff body. Row 4: 4ch, 1dtr, 2dtr in next st,
[2dtr, 2dtr in next st] 23 times,
BASE turn – 96dtr.
With 2mm hook and yarn B, make Row 5: 4ch, 2dtr, 2dtr in next st,
an adjustable ring. [3dtr, 2dtr in next st] 23 times
Rnd 1: 1ch, 6dc in ring – 6dc. – 120dtr.
Rnd 2: [2dc in next st] six times Fasten off. Press using a cloth.
– 12dc. Use sewing tail to sew up
Rnd 3: [1dc, 2dc in next st] six centre seam.
times – 18dc.
Fasten off, leaving sewing tail. BODICE
Set aside. With RS facing rejoin one strand
of yarn N to inner circle of skirt.
EYES Rnd 1: 1ch, dc around – 24dc.
With two strands of yarn L, locate Rnds 2–5: Dc around.
half way down head and 4dc Rnd 6: [1dc, dc2tog] six times
apart, embroider eyes finishing – 18dc.
each eye at top of head (this will be Rnd 7: Dc around.
covered by hair). Rnd 8: 8dc, turn.
Rnd 9: 1ch, dc2tog, 4dc, dc2tog
MOUTH – 6dc.
With two strands of yarn M, locate Rnd 10: 1ch, dc2tog, 2dc, dc2tog
half way between eyes and neck, – 4dc.

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 ➻ MAKE IT Pattern instructions

Join yarn P to fourth ch of starting HAIR HAIRBAND WAND

row, 1ch, 1dc in this st, 4dc, 1ch Using yarn F, cut strands of hair With 1mm hook and two strands With 1.25mm hook and one
1dc in same sp as last dc, working roughly 12cm/4¾in long. of yarn I, leaving a long tail, 25ch, strand of yarn Q make an
along side of wing, work 9dc, 2ch, Split each strand in two to make set aside. adjustable ring, 8ch, sl st in ring,
1htr in same sp as last dc, 1htr in wavy hair. [7ch, sl st in ring] four times, ease
next st, 2htr in ch-sp, 1htr in next Place both parts of each strand DAISY to close loop and secure, 16ch,
st, 2htr in ch-sp, 1htr in next st, together and fold in half. Make six for Hairband, 1dc in second ch from hook, 1dc
2htr in ch-sp, 1htr in next 3 sts, With base facing, insert hook in seven for Daisy Chain and in each ch back up to wand star.
1htr in ch-sp, 1dc, sl st in next sl st, blo of last row of hairpiece (flo will extra for Toadstool cap Use this sewing tail to sew wand
1dc, 2htr in ch-sp, 1htr in next st, be for fringe), loop hair over hook With 1mm hook and two to cap as in illustration.
2htr in ch-sp, 1htr in next st, 2htr and pull through, pass both ends strands of yarn G, make an
in ch-sp, 1htr in next st, 2htr in through loop and gently ease to adjustable ring. GOLD FAIRY DUST BAG
ch-sp, 1htr in each of next 2 sts, tighten knot. Rnd 1: 6ch, sl st in ring, [5ch, sl st With 1.75mm hook and one
2ch, 1dc in same sp as htr, in ring] four times – 5 petals. strand of yarn Q make an
working along side of wing, work Repeat all the way round. Ease loop closed, secure and adjustable ring.
9dc, 1ch, 1dc in same sp as last dc, Ease all hair loosely up to top of finish off at the back and cut Rnd 1: 1ch, 8dc in ring – 8dc.
sl st in first dc. head and secure with a spare close. Rnd 2: 2dc in each dc around
Fasten off leaving long strand of hair colour, creating a – 16dc.
sewing tail. pony tail. With two strands of yarn H work Rnds 3 & 4: Dc around.
Cut tail to a 1cm/½in stub, place two French knots (or sew on seed Rnd 5: Dc2tog eight times
Press, using a cloth. hair top knot over stub and ease beads), use both tails to attach to – 8dc.
Sew wings together with sewing tail to close top knot tight over hairband, either side of 1ch. Rnd 6: As Rnd 2 – 16dc.
tail along short edge and then stub, secure by finishing down Continue with all six flowers. Rnd 7: Dc around.
sew this seam to centre back of through head back again ensuring Wrap around top knot Fasten off, leaving sewing tail.
body, with longest section of it does not show. and secure. Add a little stuffing.
wing at top and top of seam of Repeat with flo but with base Use sewing tail to thread
wings in line with top of arms. facing away from you and using DAISY CHAIN through Row 5 and ease to
Stuff body then sew base to body, shorter lengths of hair and one With 1mm hook and two strands close.
aligning legs. strand only. It’s not necessary to of yarn I, leaving a long tail, 30ch, Pass sewing tail to base and use
Fasten off leaving sewing tail. use every loop as fairy needs a fasten off leaving sewing tail. this to sew bag to cap as in
more random look. Attach six daisies to chain. illustration sewing a little gold
HAIRCAP Cut to create fringe and ringlets. Attach daisy chain to hands with dust around.
Using 2mm hook and yarn F, make Sew fairy to toadstool cap using yarn I sewing tails.
an adjustable ring. base sewing tail, positioning as in Make a couple of extra daisies, LADYBIRD
Rnd 1: 1ch, 6dc in ring – 6dc. photographs. and set aside for later. With 1mm hook and two
Rnd 2: [2dc in next st] six times strands of yarn K make an
– 12dc. adjustable ring.
Rnd 3: [1dc, 2dc in next st] six Rnd 1: 1ch, 1dc, 1htr, 1tr, 1dtr,
times – 18dc. 3trtr, 1dtr, 1tr, 1htr, 4dc, sl st in
Rnd 4: [2dc, 2dc in next st] six first dc.
times – 24dc. Ease loop closed and secure,
Rnds 5 & 6: Dc around. leaving sewing tail for later.
Rnd 7: 12htr, 12dc, 12htr, 12dc, With two strands of yarn J
sl st in next st. embroider head over middle dcs
Fasten off leaving sewing tail. and spots at random.
Place on head with htr at back at Secure and finish off on WS.
nape of head. With yarn K sewing tail, thread
Sew in place using sewing tail through edge of body loops and
leaving last row of hairpiece free. ease to create rounded body.
The hair will be attached to this Sew ladybird to cap randomly.
row later. Sew spare daisies to cap.

HAIR TOP KNOT Positioning fairy facing front

Using 2mm hook and yarn F, make over button loop, using yarn B
an adjustable ring. and working in flo of cap edge,
Rnd 1: 1ch, 6dc in ring – 6dc. sew evenly around the gills,
Rnd 2: [2dc in next st] six times lightly stuffing as you go.
– 12dc.
Rnd 3: [1dc, 2dc in next st] six It is neater to catch the last two
times – 18dc. loops of ridge of gills (before the
Rnd 4: Tr around. plastic) with the needle then up
Fasten off, leaving long to flo of toadstool cap, the sts
sewing tail. will seem to disappear.
Weave tail through blo, all way Sew daisy chain to END
round and set aside. fairy’s hands.

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 ➻ MAKE IT Pattern instructions

MATERIALS
● Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK,
100% cotton,
50g/125m/137yds

MONKEY
Yarn A: Coffee Bean 411 x 2 balls
Yarn B: Pure Black 402 x 1 ball*
Yarn C: Paper White 401 x 1 ball
Yarn D: Vanilla Cream 408 x 1 ball*

OWL
Yarn E: Duck Egg Blue 436 or
Ballet Pink 453 x 2 balls
Yarn C: Paper White 401
x 1 ball
Yarn D: Vanilla Cream 408
x 1 ball*
Yarn F: Granite Grey 407
x 1 ball*

FOX
Yarn G: Blood Orange 420 x 2 balls
Yarn B: Pure Black 402 x 1 ball*
Yarn C: Paper White 401 x 1 ball

(*Only very small amounts of

these yarns are used)
● 3.5mm hook
● Four small black buttons

TENSION
Exact tension is not critical for
this design.

MEASUREMENTS
To fit approximate child’s boot
size 3–6 (7–10, 11–13).

DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY
Millie is the designer behind Ruby
& Custard, creating gorgeous
items for children ranging from
quirky hats to fun bags and
vintage-style homewares. She’s
also the author of Ruby &
Custard’s Crochet. Visit her site
at www.rubyandcustard.com.

SPECIAL STITCHES
Raised half treble front (rhtrf):
Insert hook under vertical post of
next stitch then work htr as normal.

Animal Magic START

BOOT TOPPER
Make two
With 3.5mm hook and
BY MILLIE MASTERTON yarn A, E or G work 48 (54, 60)ch,
join to a rnd with sl st taking care
These adorable welly boot toppers will bring not to twist sts.

fun to the most miserable of days! Rnd 1: 2ch (counts as first htr
ADD TO THE STASH throughout), 1htr in each st to
Buy this pure cotton yarn from
end – 48 (54, 60)htr.
www.lovecrochet.com
Rnd 2: 2ch, 1rhtrf (see Special

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 Stitches) of each st to end, sl st to Fasten off and weave in ends. through top of ear, slip loop over sides tog, work with yarn C piece
top of 2ch. Using yarn B make a French knot ends and pull tight. facing, taking care to match
Rep Rnd 2 eight more times. in centre st. Trim to same length. pieces evenly, join together by
working 1ch, 1dc in same st, 5dc
Rnd 11: 2ch, 1htr in blo of each st FINISHING FINISHING along side edge, 3dc in top of
to end, sl st to top of 2ch. Pin Face to centre front of Topper Pin Beak to centre front of Topper ear, 5dc down second side, 2dc
Rep last rnd seven more with base aligned to bottom edge with base aligned to bottom edge. in corner.
times. Fasten off END of Topper. Pin Eyes to front of Topper aligned Fasten off and weave in ends.
and weave in ends. Pin Eyes to front of Topper aligned with top of ribbed edge.
with top edge of Face piece. Pin Ears to top of ribbed CHEEKS
MONKEY Pin Ears to edge edge of Topper. END Make four
START INNER EAR of face area. END Sew all pieces in place. Using yarn C, 9ch.
Make four Sew all pieces in place. Row 1: 1dc in second ch from
With yarn D make an FOX hook, 1htr in next ch, 1tr in each
adjustable ring. OWL START EARS of next 6 ch, turn – 8 sts.
Rnd 1: 1ch (counts as first dc START EYES Make four Row 2: 4ch, 3dtr, 1tr, 1htr, 1dc,
throughout), 7dc in ring, sl st to Make four Using yarn C, 8ch. sl st in next st.
first ch to join, pull ring closed Using yarn C, make an Row 1: 1htr in third ch from hook Fasten off and weave in ends.
– 8dc. adjustable ring. and in each ch to end, turn – 6htr.
Rnd 2: 1ch, 1dc in same st, 2dc in Rnd 1: 1ch, 8dc in ring, sl st to top Row 2: 2ch (does not count as st), NOSE
each st to end, sl st to first ch to of first dc to join – pull ring tight htr2tog three times, turn – 3htr. Make two
join – 16dc. – 8dc. Row 3: 1ch, htr3tog. Using yarn B, make an adjustable
Rnd 3: 1ch, 2dc in next st, [1dc, Rnd 2: 1ch (counts as 1dc here Fasten off and weave in ends. ring, 1ch, (3htr, 1dc) in ring, pull
2dc in next st] to end, sl st to first and throughout), 1dc in same st, ring closed.
ch to join – 24dc. 2dc in each st to end, sl st to join Rejoin yarn at base of right hand Fasten off and weave in ends.
Fasten off and weave in ends. – 16dc. corner of Row 1, 1ch (counts as
Rnd 3: 1ch, 1dc in same st, 1dc, first dc), 4dc along edge of FINISHING
OUTER EAR [2dc in next st, 1dc] to end, sl st to triangle, 3dc in top of triangle, Pin Nose to centre of topper
Make four join – 24dc. 5dc down second edge to end. aligned with bottom of Topper.
With yarn A, work as for inner ear Rnd 4: 1ch, 1dc in same st, 2dc, Fasten off and weave in ends. Pin Cheeks either side of Nose.
to end of Rnd 3, do not fasten off. [2dc in next st, 2dc] to end, sl st to Pin Ears to top of ribbed edge
Place both inner and outer ear join – 32dc. Using yarn G, make another piece of Topper.
with wrong sides together, taking Rnd 5: 1ch, 1dc in same st, 3dc, the same but do not fasten off. Sew all pieces in place. END
care to match pieces. [2dc in next st, 3dc] to end, sl st to Place both ear pieces with wrong Sew buttons on for eyes.
Hold pieces so that inner ear is join – 40dc.
facing outwards, 1ch, working Fasten off and weave in ends.
through sts on both pieces, 1dc
in each st around. Using yarn F embroider a
Fasten off and weave in ends. semicircle in between Rnds 3 & 4
using straight embroidery sts.
FACE Embroider straight sts across sts in
Make two Rnd 4 from edge of semicircle to
With yarn D, work as for inner ear st edge.
to end of Rnd 2 – 16dc.
Rnd 3: 3ch (counts as first tr), 1tr BEAK
in same st, (1tr, 1htr) in next st, Make two
1dc, 2dc in each of next 2 sts, 1dc, Using yarn D, make an adjustable
(1htr, 1tr) in next st, 2tr in each of ring, 3ch, into ring work 1htr, 1dc,
next 2 sts, (1tr, 1htr) in next st, 1htr, 1tr, 1htr, 1dc, 1htr, 1tr, 1htr,
1dc, 2dc in each of next 2 sts, 1dc, 1dc, 1htr, sl st to join.
(1htr, 1tr) in next st, 2tr in next st, Fasten off and weave in ends.
sl st to top of 3ch to join – 28dc.
Fasten off and weave in ends. EARS
Make four
Using a length of yarn A Using yarn E, 7ch.
embroider a semi circle between Row 1: 1htr in third ch from hook
steps 1 & 2 of Face using straight and in each ch to end, turn – 5htr.
sts. Make two vertical straight sts Row 2: 2ch (does not count as st),
at top of face piece for nostrils. htr2tog, 1htr, htr2tog, turn – 3htr.
Row 3: 2ch (does not count as st),
EYES htr2tog, 1htr, turn – 2htr.
Make four Row 4: Htr2tog, fasten off leaving
With yarn C, 4ch, 1dc in second a short length of yarn.
ch from hook, 1ch, 2tr in next ch, Cut a length of yarn, double it
1ch, 1dc in last ch. over and using hook pull yarn

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Kits and yarn from Woolly Mahoosive

CHUNKY YARNS

The big boys

Chunky yarns are fun, cosy and on-trend. Designer Sarah Shrimpton grabs her
biggest hooks to explore the variety of big yarns available to crocheters.

E
ver since I learned to crochet a few years it’s suitable for your project. As a big-yarn-lover, I’m
ago, I’ve always loved chunky yarn. It’s not just thrilled to see so many different varieties on the
just that they feel gloriously squishy and virtual shelves right now, when only a few years back,
create the cosiest of projects, it’s also the there simply wasn’t the range or choice available.
time factor – with big yarn, I can make a hat in an However, the difference between these big yarns
hour, a scarf in an afternoon or an enormous blanket and their thinner cousins is not simply a matter
in a day – something I would never be able to achieve of size. Recently, brands seem to be moving away
in double knit. Now don’t get me wrong, those lighter- from the traditional methods of producing plied
weight yarns have their uses in many a project, yarns – a process where fibres are twisted together
particularly for finer garments and warmer weather, to form a strong bond - and exploring new textures
but the chunkies will always be my yarn of choice, and appearances for their chunky ranges. There
especially at this time of year. are cellular, chain-like yarns, such as Debbie Bliss
Let’s look for a moment at categorisation – what does Paloma or Rico Fashion Gigantic Mohair. Due to
“chunky” actually mean? If you search through your their woven construction and hollow core, this type
favourite online crafty shops, you’ll notice that yarn of yarn is both chunky, but light and airy, making
is organised into weights and plies from cobweb 1-ply, it the perfect choice for a garment, where you want
through double knit 8-ply up to aran weight 10-ply. the warmth, but without the bulk or weight. Then
These yarns, although varying slightly by brand, will there are the fuzzy-wuzzy chenille yarns, like Bernat
have a fairly similar metreage per 100g – around 300m Blanket Big or James C. Brett Flutterby. These yarns
for double knit and 200m for aran. Then we get to are fun and furry and usually produced from man-
the chunky and super chunky yarns and here, you’ll made fibres, which means they are easy to care for.
find much more variation in weight and thickness; Their super-soft touch makes them the perfect choice
everything in fact, from 140m to just 10m per 100g! It for the cosiest of slippers or a big, snuggly throw.
seems then, that one brand’s version of chunky yarn And then there are the yarns which aren’t yarn at
could be quite different to another’s. Is this a problem? all – everything from cord to fabric, tape and t-shirt
Not really. If you’re choosing a yarn, take note of the yarn, all of which are popular for making modern
metreage and suggested hook/needle size to check if homewares and funky accessories. The fabric yarns are

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Light and airy

Yarn with a chain-like construction
hooks up into a light, warm fabric.

recycled from the textile industry and available as huge

bobbins, either in a single colour or patterned. T-shirt
“Crocheting with chunky yarns is great
yarn is something I’ve always loved ever since seeing the fun and there’s such a huge range
beautiful stool covers created by WoodWoolStool and it’s
always in my stash. Crocheting with it takes a little getting available in every colour of the rainbow”
used to, but once you’ve mastered that, you’re good to
go. I’ve used it to make small and large storage baskets,
placemats, giant beanbags, pouffes and even jewellery,
with Jolly Good T-shirt Yarn or Tek Tek being amongst my
favourites. Bobbiny Cord is made from soft cotton and is
something I’ve had recent success crocheting with; I’ve
found that it works well in similar projects to t-shirt yarn.
But if you want to be on-trend with your chunky yarn
choice, then you’ll be looking for the low-twist, single
ply varieties. These yarns are lofty and light, and as their
name suggests, made from a (very big) single strand of
yarn, which has a slight twist to it. But, as plying yarn
creates strength and robustness, so these yarns lack it;
they have to be worked quite carefully, or can break if
you’re a little rough. That said, they’re great fun to crochet
with and produce the most wonderful stitch definition.
And as they often contain a high wool content, they’re Make a statement
Hook up an uber-cool
perfect for cosy accessories – think cowls, mittens, hats textural home accessory
and scarves. My favourites are Drops Polaris, a good all- from Woolly Mahoosive.
rounder and 100% wool to boot, and Sirdar Gorgeous,
which is available in a great range of contemporary shades.
Now, when we’re talking about low-twist, single-ply So what’s next for chunky yarn, you wonder? Well, I
yarns, there is a whole other category to explore: the think it’s going to be all about colour. Not just one colour
giants. These colossal heavy-weights of the yarn world in a ball, but lots of it. I’m talking about yarn which does
outstrip super chunky by a country mile, with around 5m all the hard work for you, either changing colour gradually,
per 100g and one crochet stitch measuring a whopping or lots of times throughout your project (meaning you
5cm! As the newest kids on the block, the giants are don’t have all the faff of weaving in those colour-changing
favoured by designers for creating uber-cool textural ends). With the advent of the manufactured yarn cake,
home accessories with maximum visual impact: think this has been the case for lighter-weight yarns for a while,
gigantic rugs, statement wall-hangings and oversized so I’m pleased to see it’s now filtering through to the
floor cushions for starters. If you fancy crocheting with chunky ranges, like the multi-coloured Paintbox Yarns
these bad boys, then expect a serious work out. You’ll Chunky Pots or the graduated colour changes in King
need to arm yourself with the largest hooks available – Cole Carousel Chunky Cake. As well as these, I am loving
anything from 25 to 50mm should do it – and you’ll need the yarns which explore a tonal range of colours, adding
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Crochet
Howto

Hayley Joanne Crochet is a craft that often

Robinson’s
Olivia Sweater looks deceptively hard – all
(issue 93) combines
Tunisian crochet that twisting and looping
with a stylish
slouchy style and pulling of yarn! But
once you’ve got the
hang of a few simple
movements, you’ll find
it’s easy to work all the
stitches you need, meaning you can make anything
from simple granny motifs to complex garments
worked in elaborate stitch patterns.
Claire Montgomerie has put together this great
guide to all the crochet basics. From stitches to
slip knots, tension, abbreviations, working in the
round and more, our guide will take you through
everything you need to know to make a start on
your new favourite hobby. Claire’s number one tip
is to practise the chain stitch before you move on
to anything else, as once you’ve got the hang of
creating smooth, even chains, you’ll find it easy
to move on to all the other techniques. If at any
point you feel as if you have lost your hold, go back
to those comforting lengths of chain until your
confidence returns.
Crochet is a wonderful hobby that can give you
many hours of pleasure as well as beautiful finished
makes, so turn the page to get started today!

TEACH
YOURSELF
How to hold the work,
chains, double
& treble crochet,
slip stitch TURN THE PAGE FOR ALL
YOU NEED TO GET STARTED

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To crochet smoothly and efficiently, you must hold the hook SLIPKNOT CHAIN
and yarn in a relaxed, comfortable and consistent fashion. This
will also ensure that your tension is even and accurate. There A slipknot creates the first Most crochet projects begin
are two main ways of holding the hook and two main ways loop on the hook. with a length of chain. This is
to tension the yarn. You can choose whichever combination the perfect stitch to practise
feels more natural for you, or a variation on these. your hold and tension with.

HOLDING THE HOOK

1 Make a loop in the yarn

around 10–20cm/4–8in from
KNIFE GRIP PENCIL GRIP the end. Insert hook through 1 Holding just the hook with
Hold the hook in your Hold the hook in your loop, catch the back strand point up in your dominant
dominant hand as you dominant hand as you of yarn and pull it through to hand, and the yarn in the
would a knife. would a pencil. the front. other, grip the slipknot
with the yarn holding hand.
Work a yarn round hook
(yrh or yoh) by passing the
HOLDING THE YARN hook in front of the yarn,
under and around it.

2 Pull the ends of the yarn to

FOREFINGER MIDDLE-FINGER secure the knot around the
METHOD METHOD hook, but not too tightly or
Wrap the ball end of the yarn Wrap the ball end of the it will be hard to pull the first
around the little finger of yarn around the little finger loop of chain through.
your opposite hand, under of your opposite hand and
the next two fingers and over over the other fingers. Hold 2 Roll the hook round in
the forefinger. Hold the work the work steady with your your fingers towards you
steady with your middle forefinger and thumb, then to catch the yarn and pull
finger and thumb, then raise your middle finger through loop on hook.
raise your forefinger when while you are crocheting to One chain made.
working to create tension. create tension.

The action of working

stitches causes a
constan t rolling of the
hook in your fingers;
hold the hook pointin g
up when performing
To croch e t le ft-h and ed, It doesn’t ma t te r
if your the yrh, then roll it
simply do the opp osit e to sti tch es te nd tow
ar ds round towards you
.
the righ t-h and ed hol ds be in g sli gh tly tig
ht or to point down when
Hold a mirror up to any ev en a lit tle loose;
you ar e pulling through the
p ic ture in this gu ide
to ai mi ng for an ev loops so that you 3 Ensuring the stitches
en te nsion
see how to wor k. th roughout to ac
hi ev e a don’t catch the hook are even – not too loose
pr of ession al fin ish in the stitches. or tight – repeat to make
.
a length of chain.

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THE MAIN STITCHES Rounds of simple dc

stitches are ideal for
amigurumi toys such
as Shannen NIcole
Chua’s elephant
(issue 94)

SLIP STITCH Double crochet stitches

(sl st) are perfect for making
A slip stitch is usually used to
join one stitch to another, or to amigurumi, while treble
join a stitch to another point.
It is generally made by picking
crochets are used to
up two strands of a stitch but create the classic granny
when used all over, you usually
only pick up the back loop. square design

DOUBLE CROCHET (dc)

The smallest stitch, creating a dense fabric perfect for amigurumi.

1 Insert hook into st or chain 1 Insert hook into

required. Yarn over hook, as chain or stitch, front to
when you make a chain. Pull back. Yarn over hook
a loop through all stitches/ and draw through
loops/work on hook to finish stitch to front, leaving
slip stitch. you with two loops
on the hook. Yarn
round hook.

2 Draw through both

COUNTING loops to finish the
A CHAIN stitch. Double
crochet completed.
The right side of your chain is
the one that looks like a little
plait of “v” shapes. Each “v” is
a stitch and must be counted.
When you are working the
chain, you do not count the
HALF TREBLE CROCHET (htr)
slipknot, but begin to count Slightly taller than a double crochet stitch, with a softer drape to the resulting fabric.
your chain when you pull
through the first loop. To count 1 Yarn over hook, insert
the chain afterwards you hook into st from front
count the slipknot as the first to back and draw loop
stitch, but not the loop on the through stitch only.
hook, or “working” loop. This gives you three
loops on the hook.
Yarn round hook.

2 Draw yarn through

three remaining loops
on the hook together
to complete half treble.

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Top crochet websites (tr)
Pull up final loop of last stitch to make it bigger
The tallest of the basic and cut the yarn, leaving enough of an end to
stitches, great for using within weave in. Pull end through loop, and pull up
more complex patterns. tightly to secure.

www.happyberry.co.uk
➻ Laura Eccleston’s colourful site is 1 Yarn round hook, insert hook
jam-packed with free patterns, video into stitch from front to back
tutorials, conversion charts and a blog and draw loop through stitch
where Laura shares pics and inspiration. only. This gives you three loops
COUNTING STITCHES
on the hook. Yarn round hook. Count the post or “stem” of each stitch from the
side of your work. Each post counts as one stitch.

Double crochet

www.twinkiechan.com
➻ Check out Twinkie Chan’s rainbow-filled
site for colourful and quirky designs that
2 Pull loop through two loops.
break the mould of traditional crochet. Two loops on hook. Yarn
round hook. Treble crochet

www.attic24.typepad.com
➻ For crocheted blankets head straight to
Attic 24 for Lucy’s simple-yet-gorgeous
designs, made with basic stitches.

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➻ LoveCrochet isn’t just a great value shop
for your yarn, hooks and patterns, it also has
a thriving Community section where you Try t o coun t your st it ches a t regu
can share projects and a blog full of tutorials.
lar
int erva ls, usua lly a t the end of
ever y,
or ever y othe r, row and esp ecia lly
www.ravelry.com a f t er an incr ea se or decr ea se row.
➻ A crochet and knitting community site It is b est t o try t o ca t ch any mist
with almost seven million members, Ravelry 3 Pull loop through the ake s
a s q uick ly a s p ossib le, a s this will
is your one-stop site for indie patterns, yarn remaining two loops to
mak e them muc h ea sier t o rect i fy!
information, forums and project galleries. complete treble, repeat to
end of row.

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Helda Panagary’s

USING THE STITCHES colourful table runner

(issue 93) uses a
join-as-you-go
technique to connect
the motifs as
WORKING WORKING you work

INTO A CHAIN STRAIGHT

When working into a chain, you need When working straight, you need to
to miss out the appropriate number turn your work at the end of a row
of chain stitches called for with your and then work a turning chain (t-ch)
particular stitch (see the information to the height of your intended stitch
on turning chains, to the right). Now so that you can continue working
insert the hook from front to back into along the next row. This chain often
the next chain, under the top loop of counts as the first stitch of the
the chain. Yarn over and draw a loop row and each type of stitch uses a
through to the front of the chain. different number of chain stitches
for the turning chain.

Sometimes you are

asked to work into a
space or chain space.
To do this, simply
WORKING INTO insert your hook into
WHICH LOOP? With htr and taller stitches, you now the hole underneath
Crochet stitches are always worked miss out the first stitch of the row,
through both loops of the next stitch then work into every following stitch. the chain and complete
(this looks like a “v” on top of the stitch), This is because the turning chain is
unless the pattern tells you otherwise. tall enough to count as the first stitch the stitch normally
itself, so is counted as the first stitch of
the row. This also means that you must
remember to work the last stitch of a
row into the top of the previous row’s
turning chain.

KEEPING
STRAIGHT EDGES
Knowing which stitch to work into when
working straight can be a problem for
Sometimes a pattern will ask you to work beginners, because the turning chain
only through one loop of the stitch. To has such a role to play. If you don’t know
work through the front loop only (flo), which stitch to work into after making
insert your hook under the front loop of your turning chain, simply unravel back
the next stitch, then bring it out at the WORKING to the last stitch from previous row and
centre of the stitch, then complete. To insert a thread or stitch marker into that
work through the back loop only (blo),
INTO A SPACE stitch. Make your desired turning chain
insert your hook through the centre of Sometimes you are asked to work then miss out the stitch with the thread
the stitch, then under the back loop to into a space or a chain space. To in (except with dc stitches), as your
the back, then complete the stitch. do this simply insert your hook into turning chain now counts as the first
Sometimes you are even asked to work the hole underneath the chain, then stitch of the row. Once you have worked
in between the stitches. In this case, complete your stitch normally. across all stitches in the row, you must
ignore the top loops of the stitch and remember to put a stitch into the top of
insert your hook between the posts of This is similar to working into a ring, the previous row’s turning chain, as this
adjoining stitches. as shown on page 94. also counts as a stitch.

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WORKING IN THE ROUND
When working in the round, instead of working backwards and forwards along the work,
books we turning at the end of each round, you simply work with the right side facing you at all times
recommend and you do not turn. When working in the round, you generally begin one of three ways:

WORKING WORKING INTO ADJUSTABLE

AROUND A RING A SHORT CHAIN RING
This method of working in You can create a smaller This method is also referred
the round creates a large hole in the centre of your to as the magic loop or ring,
hole at the centre of your work by working into a as it creates a round with
work. Its size is dependent chain as short as 2ch long. no hole at the centre. Here
on the length of chain used. it is demonstrated with
HOOKED double crochet.
Claire Montgomerie
(Parragon, £7.99)
This stylish book has a
beginners’ guide to crochet
stitches and techniques
with 20 gorgeous projects For double crochets, as in this
from scarves to stunning example, work 2ch. For htr
blankets and homewares.
you would work 3ch and for
Make a length of chain as trebles, 4ch.
required, then insert your Make a loop in your yarn, at
hook into the first chain stitch least 15cm/6in from the tail
you made. Yarn round hook. end. Insert hook through the
loop from front to back.

Insert hook into the top loop

ULTIMATE of the first chain as shown.
CROCHET BIBLE Yarn round hook.
Jane Crowfoot
(Pavilion, £25)
This reference is a great
addition to your shelf, Work a slip stitch to join,
packed with illustrated
creating a ring, and then Pull yarn though to front of
guides and patterns
work your turning chain loop and complete the stitch
from simple stitches to
advanced techniques. dependent on which stitch around the loop and the tail
you will be working into the end of yarn held double.
ring. Insert hook into the Complete the first stitch in the
centre of the ring and work chain as shown (illustrations
the first stitch into this ring. show dc, but can be any stitch).

BEGINNER’S GUIDE
TO CROCHET
Sarah Shrimpton
(David and Charles, £14.99)
Now work the required amount Work all the following stitches
Sarah’s guide is all about of stitches into the same chain. into the ring in the same way,
sharing her love of crochet, The sheer amount of stitches over the two strands of yarn
with each set of techniques Work required number of worked into one place will in the loop. Once all stitches
being followed by simple stitches into the centre of the cause them to fan out into a have been worked, pull the
patterns, building up to ring and join round with a slip round. Now join this round loose tail end of the yarn to
more complex designs. stitch. Do not turn, but continue with a slip stitch and continue close the ring and join the
the next row around the last. with the pattern. round with a slip stitch.

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SHAPING, COLOURWORK & TENSION

Once you’ve learned simple shaping stitches, you can create almost any garment – and add
in different colours as you go with our simple technique. Make sure to check your tension first
though, or your finished piece could be completely the wrong size!

INCREASING JOINING IN TENSION/GAUGE

A NEW COLOUR
To join in a new colour (or a new ball
of the same colour), you can simply
fasten off the old yarn and then attach
the new colour with a slip stitch into the
top of the last stitch made. However,
for a neater join, you can also work the
colour change as follows:
To work an extra stitch, you simply
need to work into the same stitch more Work the last stitch in the colour you
than once. Work one stitch as normal. are using first, up to the final step, so
Insert hook into same stitch you’ve just that the stitch is unfinished. Pull the A tension swatch is used to
worked and complete another stitch. new colour through the loops on your ensure that you are working
One stitch increased. hook, completing the stitch and joining at the tension called for in the
the new colour at the same time. pattern. It is essential to check this,
otherwise your finished garment
DECREASING is likely to be the wrong size!
Working a new colour over
To decrease a stitch, you need to work double crochet Crochet a small square of just over
into two stitches without finishing 10 x 10cm/4 x 4in in the main yarn
them, then work them together. and stitch used in the pattern, then
count and calculate the average
amount of stitches per cm.

Chain a few more stitches and

work more rows than the tension
in the pattern suggests you’ll
need for this size. Once you have
completed the swatch, use a
For a double crochet (above), insert hook measuring tape or ruler, place
into next st, yarn over hook and draw a Working a new colour over some pins at 0 and 10 and take
loop through the stitch, but do not finish treble crochet some average measurements
the double crochet stitch as usual. Insert – count how many stitches and
hook into following st, yarn over hook and rows to 10cm at different points
draw a loop through the next st, so there over the swatch.
are three loops on the hook in total. Yarn
over hook and draw the loop through If you find you have more stitches
all loops on hook, drawing two stitches per cm than indicated in the
together. One stitch decreased. pattern, then your tension is too
tight and you need to work more
loosely. The best way to do this
is to increase the size of hook
Once you have joined in the new yarn, you’re using by a quarter or half
you can weave in the ends of both millimetre until the tension is as
yarns as you go, by holding them on close as you can get it. If there are
top of your stitches and working round fewer stitches than required, then
them as you work into the following you are crocheting too loosely,
stitches. Do this for at least 5cm/2in and you need to decrease the size
For a treble crochet, work a treble into the then cut the remaining ends. of hook used in the same way.
next stitch until the last step of the stitch,
two loops on hook. Do the same into the
following stitch, three loops on hook. Draw
TURN THE PAGE FOR CLUSTER STITCHES, TIPS AND A FULL GLOSSARY
through all three loops on hook to draw the
OF CROCHET ABBREVIATIONS, UK VS US TERMS AND HOOK SIZES
two trebles together. One stitch decreased.

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Clusters are groups of stitches worked into the same stitch, but rather than an increase,
they still only equate to one stitch overall. Clusters can be confusing to work, so here
TIPS ANDTRICKS
abcdgg
are the details of some of the main cluster stitches.

Working from
BOBBLE PUFFS a pattern
A bobble is a number of stitches A puff is a number of elongated half
(generally trebles), half finished and trebles worked into the same stitch
all worked into the same stitch. and then finished together, as follows: ➻ Once you have “cracked
Work each stitch until the last step, the code” and understand
omitting this final step. Once the desired the stitches’ abbreviations,
number of half finished trebles have a pattern becomes much
been completed, you will have one easier to read. Don’t read a
more loop on your hook than you have pattern fully before starting
half finished trebles. Yarn round hook, it as it may make it seem
then pull through all loops on hook to more complex, but do
complete the bobble. take a brief look through
to check if there any
abbreviations you are
POPCORNS 1 Yarn round hook, insert into next stitch, unfamiliar with. Consult
Popcorns are a number of complete pull a loop through the stitch and then the abbreviations tables
stitches worked into one stitch. pull it up to the height of all other stitches opposite before beginning.
in the row.
➻ Purchase yarn with the
same dye lot number on
the balls to avoid unwanted
colour changes and choose
light coloured yarn for
your first projects to make
sure that you can see your
stitches easily – this helps
prevent mistakes occurring.

➻ If you are attempting a

1 Once the sts are completed, remove your 2 Yarn round hook, insert into same project with multiple size
hook and insert back into the first stitch stitch, pull a loop through stitch and pull options, circle or highlight the
worked, then through the final loop. it up to the height of all other stitches instructions for the size you
in the row. Repeat this step the desired are making throughout the
number of times. pattern to avoid confusion.
The smallest size is listed first,
then all following ones inside
brackets, increasing in size
and separated by commas.

➻ Where a pattern has an

accompanying chart, use this
for reference, as it shows the
formation of the stitches as
they will be worked and can
help with tricky instructions.
2 Yarn round hook and pull through 3 Yarn round hook and pull through all
everything on the hook. Popcorn complete. loops on hook. Puff made. ➻ Finally, and most
importantly, for projects
that need to have a good fit,

Choose light-coloured yarn for your first few projects always check your tension by
swatching before you begin.
to make sure that you can see all of your stitches
easily – this helps prevent mistakes occurring
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ABBREVIATIONS A note
on... Hook sizes
Note: Inside Crochet uses UK terms throughout
➻ Hook sizes and their designations vary
alt · alternate etr · extended treble prev · previous from country to country. When following
bef · before est · established rem · remain(s); remaining the recommendations in a pattern or on
beg · begin(s); beginning fdc · foundation double rep(s) · repeat(s) a ball band, make sure to check which
size convention is being used.
bet · between crochet rev dc · reverse double
blo · back loop only flo · front loop only crochet CROCHET HOOK SIZES
ch(s) · chain(s) foll · follows; following rnd(s) · round(s)
ch-sp(s) · chain space(s) ftr · foundation treble RS · right side Metric (mm) UK US
cl(s) · cluster(s) crochet rtrf · raised treble front 0.60 14
cm · centimetre(s) g · gram(s) rtrb · raised treble back 0.75 12
cont · continue(s); gp(s) · group(s) sl · slip
1 11adjustable ring
continuing hk · hook sl st · slip stitch
1.25 7
dc · double crochet htr · half treble crochet sp(s) · space(es) sl st
dc2tog · work two dc htr2tog · work two htr st(s) · stitch(es) 1.50 6
together together t-ch(s) · turning chain(s) 1.75 5ch
dec(s) · decrease(s); inc(s) · increase(s); tog · together 2 14
decreasing; decreased increasing; increased tr · treble crochet
bl only
2.25 B/1
dtr · double treble crochet in · inch(es) trtr · triple treble adjustable ring
2.5 12 fl only
adjustable ring
dtr2tog · work two dtr lp(s) · loop(s) tr2tog · work two trebles 2.75 C/2
together m · stitch marker together sl st dc
3sl st 10
ea · each mm · millimetre(s) WS · wrong side ch
ech · extended chain nc · not closed yd(s) · yard(s)
3.25
ch fdc
D/3
edc · extended double patt · pattern yoh · yarn over hook 3.5
bl only 9 E/4
bl only htr
crochet pm · place marker yrh · yarn round hook 3.75 F/5
adjustable ring 4fl only
fl
only 8 G/6
tr
4.5
dc 7 7
BREAKING THE LANGUAGE BARRIERsl st 5dc 6 H/8
fdc dtr
UK and US terms have differing meanings which can create difficulty for thech 5.5
fdc 5 I/9
crocheter. Here’s a handy reference guide to overcome any misunderstandings. 6 4 J/10
bl only htr
htr
6.5 3 K-/101/2
trtr
UK TERMS US TERMS
fl only 7tr 2
Chain Chain
adjustable ring 8tr 0 L/11
Miss Skip dc rtrf
9 00 M /13
Slip stitch Slip stitch dtr
sl st fdc dtr
10 000 N/15
Double crochet Single crochet
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“I like having an idea in my mind and

then creating it with yarn. I also like
that patterns seem to be quite mat hs
based which I get on really well with!”

SARAH REED
COLOUR & TEXTURE
We meet crochet designer Sarah Reed, who chats about quirky
designs, adorable amigurumi and always learning new skills.

Above: Sarah learnt the

crochet basics from a Tell us about your life… I live in Birmingham. Lounge Around Socks (top left). I've really enjoyed
colleague and was hooked. I currently live with my house rabbit (Caramel), seeing other people working with my designs.
Below: Just a few of some of who is my little yarn thief. Often whilst I am
Sarah's wonderful designs, crocheting she will try and nibble/run away What are your favourite yarns or fibres to
from the cosy to the fun!
with my yarn. I work full time as a BSL (British work with? I’m really enjoying Drops Safran yarn
Sign Language) Interpreter. I am also part of an for the range of bold colours. They’re great for
improvisation group (Bunkum Factory) and I am amigurumi projects. I love West Yorkshire Spinners
a qualified scuba diver. yarn too. There’s a lovely colour palette and I love
the texture of the yarn.
How did you learn to crochet? I started as a
knitter. It was New Year about nine years ago and What do you enjoy most about being a
I saw a colleague knitting. She taught me the basics designer? I like to be challenged and trying out
and after that I made my first scarf and never looked new stitches and techniques. I have dyslexia and can
back. After learning to knit I wanted to stretch struggle to express my thoughts or get things down
my skills and tried to teach myself crochet from a on paper. When I design these difficulties disappear.
book and the internet but I couldn’t work it out. My I like having an idea in my mind and then creating
colleague came to the rescue again and taught me the it with yarn. My mind seems to suit designing and
basic crochet stitches. I was hooked from there on! problem solving. I also like that patterns seem to be
quite maths based which I get on really well with.
How did you get into crochet design?
I wanted to challenge myself again and wanted What inspires you? I am inspired by friends and
to make unique gifts for my family. I couldn’t family, and also by my experiences. Often you’ll find
find what I wanted so thought I’d see if I could my patterns have been given a name. This is because it
design something myself. I had a go and my was designed specifically for a friend or family member
family enjoyed their gifts. I then sent a couple – for example Ben’s Dinosaur was designed for my
of ideas to different magazines and Claire nephew. I also like having older crochet books to learn
Montgomerie commissioned my first project for different stitches or techniques from, which I will then
Inside Crochet, which was an Owl Phone Sock. put into my designs. If I have been on an exciting trip
She supported me with learning how to formally I also try and design something around what I’ve seen
write patterns and I really appreciate the care and – for example my seal pattern (page 66) was designed
time she gave me. after my scuba diving trip to the Farne Islands.

How would you describe your design style? Which other designers do you admire?
My design style varies depending upon the project. I love Anna Hrachovec (www.mochimochiland.
My style can be fun, quick and colourful when it’s com). I find her patterns fun and cute. Her book
animals or quirky home accessories. My style can also was the reason I mastered using double-pointed
be warm and cosy if it’s for the home or an accessory. needles when knitting. I also like TOFT patterns
as the animals are sweet. TOFT is close to my heart
What’s your favourite type of project to as it was where I went to a lovely knit night and met
design? I like smaller and quirky projects. I also some lovely knitting friends.
enjoy using new skills and using bold colours. I also
like designing something that’s personal to me. What are your plans for the future? I think to
keep designing and working with Inside Crochet.
What has been your most popular design? And who knows, maybe I can publish a crochet
I think it's between my Ashley Comforter and the book some day…

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