Homemaker Magazine No.38 Back Issue

Celebrate your very own crafted Christmas with our jam-packed final festive edition, full of great ways to throw a celebration all the family can enjoy. We've got six amazing makes for gorgeous gifting, including hand-printed wraps and labels, how-to's for a contemporary pompom wreath to hang on your door and easy ribbon baubles to drape on your tree, plus art deco marble-effect coasters, hand-stamped metal gift tags and personalised napkins to greet your guests in style. Delve deeper into Christmas with our exclusive Brights and Evening Glam spreads, perfect for getting your imagination going, plus Carol Smillie is back with a fabulous Mid-century make for her living room. Aussie pair The Cook and The Baker make us some irresistible mince pies to leave out for Santa, and on another sweet note, editor Ella and editorial assistant Rosalind visit the Biscuiteers icing cafe to decorate their own festive gingerbread house. If that wasn't enough, we've even put together a bonus crochet supplement for you to get hooky-happy and whip up gifts for your friends. Finally, wave goodbye to 2015 with luck on your side by entering our massive three-page bumper giveaway. Here's to another unforgettable year of crafty creating!

Our bonus crochet supplement is packed to the brim with amazing yarn projects all created with the flick of a hook. Play around with beginner-friendly granny square patterns and adapt your skills to make amazing Christmas stockings, alpine-themed table runner and a comforting hot water bottle cosy before you know it. We’ve also got a contemporary star cushion pattern to inspire your colour scheme this yuletide, plus easy yarn embellishments to pop on top of your presents. Drape a Holly and Berry garland across your mantelpiece too, and finally, whip up our cute critters to make a loved one giggle. Happy crocheting!