Simply Crochet

For many of us, the new year and

We heart hooking!

This issue, we’re sharing the crochet love more

CONTRIBUTORS

Meet this month's lovely pat tern designers!

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Issue 169 Sparkly yoke jumper, technicolour tinsel collection,

Love & Stitches

Do you hold your hooks close to your

Love is on the walls

WHAT’S IN THE SHOP? We’re all about sharing

POTTERING ABOUT

PHOTO: Duane Reed Gallery Did you know you

Colour fest

Cygnet Festival (200g/480m) is an aran-weight self-striping yarn

LUCK OF THE IRISH

▼ Donegal Woolen Spun is a new aranweight

FASHIONABLY HOOKED

PHOTO: Gaanesh Prasad Shantana Deka Dutta, a Sydney-based

HAPPY PLACE

If you’re visiting Devon any time soon, check

SWITCH IT UP

This month, Sara has a lust for luxury

Skills & events

3 FEB #FrostandBloomCAL (Part One) Free, Online www.hobbii.co.uk

5 FAB FINDS

Candles

CELEBRATE GOOD TIMES

To celebrate 10 years of her YouTube channel,

SPRING FLOWERS

King Cole’s Yummy Bouquet makes gifting simple. The

CHARMING FRIENDS

PHOTO: Rico Design ▼ Rico Design’s new pattern

SLAY AS YOU SPRAY

Our friends over at Black Sheep Wools have

House of Haby

Each issue we explore a UK yarn shop

THE ART OF POOTLING

Discovering crochet in her 40s, Kate Eastwood found it the best to celebrate and express her love for the little things in life

Hooked on books

Does your child love reading and dressing up? We asked readers and an author how crocheters can get creative with handcrafted costumes

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Show us yours

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Vintage vibes

Think cottagecore, then think more – we’re taking vintage prints and delicate florals all the way

Only natural

A detailed, cosy layer to dress up or down, designed by Chloé Elizabeth Birch

Fuzzy friend

Bring your fox pal to life with Rico’s ready-made faux fur yarn – no need for brushing kids will love this!

LACY DAYS

Give a plain shirt a sophisticated upgrade with cuffs and an elegant collar, designed by Jess Bennett

Cerise peace

With subtle flecks and intricate stitches, Susan Pearson’s throw is a lush delight

Long and lovely

Get the best of both worlds with Fran Morgan’s easy-to-wear coat and cardigan combination

Cute n’ cosy

Thought moss stitch was just for knitting? Ana D’s pretty cowl proves otherwise!

I heart crochet!

With its neon yellow and hot pink trim, Paula Green’s heart charm will light up your life this Valetine’s Day

Passion flower

This romantic floral motif is an easy and effective way to love up your living space

Soft focus

A pretty scarf in a muted shade reminiscent of early spring, designed by DROPS

Soft as snow

Level up your granny square game with Jess Bennett’s blanket and sweet appliqué natural fibres

Pretty petals

A warm-toned wool cushion to cosy up your couch, designed by Chloé Elizabeth Birch

CORNER TO CORNER

This special stitch does what it says on the tin! Start small and build a swatch from one corner to another

How do I follow a filet pattern?

Brush up on your technique with our simple guide

What is filet crochet?

Here’s what you need to know

How do I work SPACES AND blocks?

It’s easy when you know how

How do I read a filet chart?

Use your new skills to follow filet charts

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

Charts & Diagrams

Use these charts and diagrams to make the bohemian cushion, Modern Chintz collection and floral tank top and cushion

On the feed

Six reasons to follow Rachel from @thepeanutyarn for quirky, light-hearted and downright indulgent crochet

Happy home

Stash overflowing? La Messer’s pretty garland is a pretty and resourceful use of scraps spring make

Loved up

Wear your heart on your sleeve with Claudine Powley’s bobbly cardigan ribs and clusters

Forever & always

Show your sweetheart you care with a tattoo-style brooch, and keep the other for yourself! Designed by Lucy Croft

My sweetheart

Spread the love with these adorable square motifs, designed by Cara Medus super soft yarn!

Candy crush

Hook up a sweet pink cushion that’s made to be cuddled, designed by Amy Astle

Snug hugs

Wear your heart on your scarf this Valentine’s with Elisabeth Davis de Herraiz’s pretty pattern try popcorn stitch

Take the cake

Note to self: crochet and cupcakes are a match made in heaven.

CHARTS & DIAGRAMS

Use this chart to make the Hugs & Kisses cushion

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