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As we look ahead to autumn, we’re finding

Ten years of crochet !

I can’t believe it – Simply Crochet has

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Let 's celebrate some of the amazing artists in this issue...

BIRTHDAY BASH!

Two fun projects to celebrate Black Sheep Wools’ 40th year

Tunisian homewares

Two luxury cabled blanket and cushion sets to make

edits CONTENTS

By the end of summer, I find I’m

Under the waves

Hook up this thick cabled cushion and blanket set by Sandy Walker – it’s the ultimate make for texture lovers!

Flower garden

Cables climb like winding vines in this pink and cream blanket and cushion set designed by Sandy Walker

HOW TO HOOK TUNISIAN CABLES

Follow these step-by-step guides to learn how to make cable stitches in Tunisian crochet

Tunisian essentials

Simple Step-by-Step guides to some of the most commonly used Tunisian and standard crochet stitches, as well as tips on blocking and washing your crochet

Charts & Diagrams

Use these charts when making the teal blanket and cushion as well as the rose blanket and cushion

Abbreviations

across to end of the row approx approximate(ly)

MORE TUNISIAN TREATS!

Hooked on Tunisian crochet? Try these fun blanket and cushion projects from past issues of Simply Crochet!

Hooked

IDEAS ♥ INSPIRATION ♥ ACCESSORIES ♥ WEBSITES ♥ EVENTS ♥ STUFF

JESS’ JOURNAL ...from the studio

Jess Bennett of Rock Salt Plum finds inspiration for her crochet patterns in quilts from her own home, vintage books and American patchwork traditions

BLACK SHEEP OF THE FAMILY

Ever since her mother opened the famous Black Sheep Wools shop 40 years ago in 1983, Sara Mulvey and her brother Stephen have been a part of it – it’s a real family affair!

CELEBR ATING 10 YE ARS OF

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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

Fairy land

Six reasons to follow Stephanie Buckner of Critter Stitch her earthy yet mystical amigurumi dolls and animals

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ANIMAL MAGIC

Everyday items transform into furry friends in a collection of homewares that’s absolutely wild!

Bump up

Try statement sleeves with this fab jumper by Jane Menchini

MISCHIEF MAKER

Get up to all sorts of shenanigans with this blue kitty designed by Mary’s Amiland

City jewels

Try Nozibele Kelsey-Brewton’s kaleidoscopic hat and scarf

Rain or Shine

Clouds will clear as you walk past wearing a cardigan covered in umbrella appliqué patches by Natalie Beard

Day trip

This cardi by Hannah Cross is simple to make and easy to wear

Cool kids

Wrap a little one in warmth and colour with Sally Shepherd’s on-trend baby blanket

Autumn mitts

We challenged two designers to come up with a fab design, each using the same yarn… which is your fave?

Line up

Stay warm this winter with Gwen McGannon’s large textured scarf

Laundry day

String up a clothes line of cute crochet outfits with bunting by Maria Jęczmyk easy to make!

Fringe benefits

Check out one of Simone Francis’ most beloved designs – astunning yet easy-to-make poncho!

Love story

This cross-body bag by Lisa Hendry is peak autumn-inspired style

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E is for . . . Eco

These responsibly produced balls and skeins will have you feeling extra good about your favourite hobby!

How do I track which row I’m on?

Brush up on your technique with our simple guide…

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

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