Simply Crochet

Simply Crochet is full of creative ideas for anyone who loves - or would love to learn - crochet. Crochet is a wonderfully versatile craft with endless possibilities of creative things to make. Inside you will find beautiful designs for the home, fashionable accessories to wear and gift ideas for all occasions. From lampshade covers to shawls, toys to blankets and gadget cosies to cardigans, Simply Crochet is a must-buy for creative crafters looking for new things to make. With clear, easy-to-follow instructions to ensure the best possible results every time, you'll be hooked on handmade from the very first page!***Please note: This digital version of the magazine does not include the covermount items you would find on the printed newsstand copies. ***

Simply Crochet • We like to think of crochet as a healthy dessert – something we are always craving, and it’s good for us! Sometimes we get our sweet fix before dinner, and there’s no shame in that. Turn the page and tuck in!

All the fun!

CONTRIBUTORS • Meet a few of our talented designers

Simply Crochet

Hooked • IDEAS ♥ INSPIRATION ♥ ACCESSORIES ♥ WEBSITES ♥ EVENTS ♥ STUFF

WE LOVE • Our latest crafty obsessions

CROCHET CARNIVAL • Bring the circus to your living room with our fun and flashy homeware collection

SUMMER SPARK • Pat Strong’s lace-weight vest is a lovely layer to wear over strappy tank tops and camisoles

Find your next FAVOURITE KNIT! • Beautiful patterns for all the family, clear step-by-step guidance and trustworthy inspiration in every issue of Simply Knitting magazine. Take your knitting to the next level.

BERRY NICE INDEED • Lisa Paddock’s smiling bowl of strawberries is the sugar rush we’re craving this summer

Simply Crochet • SAVE TIME, MONEY AND HASSLE WITH AN ANNUAL SIMPLY CROCHET SUBSCRIPTION

TRIMS AKIMBO! • Summer wins start with Kelly Wilson Moore’s T-shirt trim, brought to life with flowers and butterflies

CROWNING GLORY • Steff Glaves’ cute flowers can be worn three ways for effortless festival chic

This is me • Emma Leith’s lanyard keeps your work badge, phone, locker key or festival pass close at hand

SHORT AND SWEET • Step into summer in the cutest matching pair, designed by Chloé Elizabeth Birch

PASSION PORTFOLIO • Whether Alyson Chu is working on her next podcast, publication or even the annual Woolly Good Gathering – she certainly has many hooks in a lot of yarn-based projects!

THREE AMIGOS! • Laura Strutt’s trio of boldly patterned cushions will bring geometric jazziness to sofas and daybeds

Floating on • There’s not a cloud in the sky – but there could be one smiling serenely on your bag strap

Shore thing • Sophie Brun’s little bag is a seaside essential

Beach baby • Dinky flowers and scallops form this summer set designed by Zoë Potrac

Best of both worlds • Are you a Stitch Switcher? We speak to four fab makers who knit as well as crochet to compare and contrast both crafts

Candy crush • There’s never a dull moment crocheting Jess Bennett’s fun, swirly throw

DIAMOND MESH • Drapey, feminine and gorgeously lightweight, this airy stitch is a staple for your summer accessories

Beautiful sewing, made simple

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 ♥

HOW DO I CHANGE COLOUR? • Learn a new technique with our simple guide

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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...