Love is all around

With Valentine’s Day just around the corner, we’re

Simply Crochet

Editor Sara Huntington Creative Lead Claire Watkins Creative

All dolled up

Get set for spring with Rico Design’s fresh

UP HIGH

Check out the new range from The Scottish

RELAX AND REFRESH

On 8-9 February, join Rowan Connect for an

MAGNIFICENT MERINO

We’re big fans of the Yarnsmiths collection (

In harmony

King Cole’s new Crescendo Aran is an oh-so

WONDERFUL WONDERWOOL

Supporting the next generation of creative artists is

LOVE IN A KIT

This month Sara has scouted around for things

Skills & events

1 FEB Introduction to crochet workshop £32,

INSPIRING BOOKS

COUPLES AND ANIMAL FRIENDS PHAM HIEN HANH (£15.99,

SO STRIPY

As the name suggests, Stylecraft’s new For the

GO WITH THE GRAIN

Wood is such a wonderfully tactile material, it

COMMUNITY SPIRIT

West Yorkshire Spinners yarn company has a dedicated

Think Outside the Box

Each issue we explore a UK yarn shop

petite perfection

From micro musicians to dinky landmarks and wildlife specimens, Lucia Dolgopolova’s crocheted miniatures rock our world

Education for everyone

When our colleague Janine Smith told us she was volunteering at a school in Kenya, we wanted to find out more – and tell you how your crochet can help

Getstitch fit

We can’t be the only ones who have crocheted away for hours, only to find we’re as stiff as a board! These simple tips and exercises will help extend your crochet time

Show us yours

Join our gang of Treble Makers and share your thoughts and makes with us, for a chance to be featured here, use our hashtag #Sctreblemaker

Classic charm

Six reasons to follow Kate of @harrietsduck and her beautiful blankets and throws

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Issue 156 Lounge collection, shawl, check tank, blankets,

Be mine

Wine and dine your loved ones in style with a set of bright tableware, and make a lobster friend for life!

On fleck

You’ll be as snug as a bug in a rug in a gorgeous cosy jumper from Chloé Elizabeth Birch

In the deep

Float through the depths of the briny seas in the company of Laura Strutt’s cute whale great gift for wildlife fans

IN FOR A TRIM

Add a little je ne sais quoi to your wardrobe with Jess Bennett’s fun fleecy collar and cuffs

DRAW IT UP

Emma Potter’s micro bag works brilliantly for little girls as well as for your next night out. Grab and go!

So vintage

Classic looks in modern yarn shades with subtle tones, by Cassie Ward open front style

Loops & ladles

Give your kitchen walls a touch of kitschy retro style.

Party time

Gordana Adamceska-Halson’s shawl will make you the belle of the ball

Calm comfort

An ombre blanket inspired by cockleshells, nurser y rhymes and playing on the shoreline, by Pat Strong

Hand in glove

Make this pretty pair with floral touches in favourite shades.

Loop the loop

Give your living space an update with a geometric floor cushion

The full deck

Amy Jones-Downes’ illusion blanket reveals something new every time you look! stretch your skills

W is for... Wool

Looking to keep the heat in? You can’t go wrong with these splendid natural fibre blends in your stash

HOW DO I START A GRENNY SQUARE

crochet Unravelled With Becky Skuse how do i start a granny square?

Crochet essentials

Over the next few pages, you’ll find simple step-by-step guides to many useful stitches and techniques that you’ll use every time you pick up a hook

Upcycling Special

EVEN MORE PATTERNS TO HOOK!

Upcycling Special

s In a world where fashion moves ever

All aflutter

Give a little one wings for dressing up with Samanta Fornino’s quick-to-hook angel upgrade

It’s a cover up!

Transform a low-cut top with this lacy modesty panel. By Paula Green

RAINBOW LACES

Quick to make and super-strong, Paula Green’s colourful shoe ties are not just a pretty lace

Show your stripes

Crank up the colour on plain trousers with Sara Huntington’s bright band

Cute as a kitten

Get your shirt on point with this pair of purrretty kitty patches, designed by Emma Friedlander-Collins

Cherry on top

Add a sweet motif to a simple bag for instant cheery charm. Designed by Sara Huntington

Crochet to save the planet

Find out why crochet is the ideal upcycling tool

Living on the edge

What a difference a trim makes! Lucy Croft’s bobble detail takes tired tops from dull to delicious

How bazaar!

Enrich a plain basket with the flair and flavour of exotic Morocco. Designed by Sara Huntington

A star is reborn

Upcycle a well-loved T-shirt into a feminine, pretty camisole top. By Esme Crick

Winter blooms

Simple floral accents and hand-stitched lines give a basic blanket a new lease of life. By Sara Huntington

Midnight sparkle

Adorn a top with a lacy collar and cuffs made from glitter y yarn – you’ll shine night and day. By Vicky Gorry