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 finally have a good excuse to slip into our onesies – we were looking forward to this all year! Put the kettle on, curl up and get hooking your Christmas gifts and winter wardrobe – that’s if you haven’t already started!

Comfort and joy

CONTRIBUTORS • Some of our lovely designers this month…

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PRETTY IN PLAID • Get hooked on these classy colourwork patterns and check into festive vibes this winter

Side effects • Cassie Ward’s jumper is built from just four granny squares

SUGAR AND SPICE • With mountains of whipped cream, Lisa Paddock’s pumpkin spice latte is as sweet as it looks!

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DOE IT YOURSELF • Take a plain onesie and add some cosy character with this reindeer design by Victoria Kairis

In the pink • Jane Howarth’s bright cowl adds a splash of cheer to grey winters

Wrap star • Is it a scarf? Is it a shawl? No, it’s Paula Green’s wraparound top!

Night and day • Pat Strong’s reversible embroidered cushion offers 24/7 comfort and joy

Passions, delivered.

A GIDDY WORLD OF COLOUR • From her cosy Dundee studio, indie dyer Helen Giddens transforms stories into book-inspired skeins and thoughtful gifts

Toasty tots • A warm wool jacket for baby’s first Christmas, designed by Fiona Kirk

Cosy cables • A lush layer of post stitches and bobbles, designed by Paula Green

Snow pretty! • Julia Madill’s wintry earrings channel delicate beauty

Ready, steady… hook! • Crafting has seen a surge in popularity in recent years, and now it’s coming to our TV screens! We chat to the crew behind upcoming show Game of Wool

BONUS DIGITAL GIFT • Download your free Craft for Christmas bookazine

Strut your stuff • Tricia Fairburn’s flared legwarmers create a statement silhouette over chunky boots

MOSS STITCH • This reversible stitch isn’t just for knitting! We’ve rounded up our fave squishy yarns to show you this textural treat

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

CROCHET Unravelled With Becky Skuse

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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

Abbreviations

Charts & Diagrams • Use these charts and diagrams to make the plaid tidings collection, winter cushion and baby jacket

Imagine that! • Six reasons to follow @crochetbygenna for all things cute and cosy – and a larger-than-life dose of magic

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