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sequins, playful fringing and mesmerising rainbow
yarns. Inside this issue you’ll also find fruity makes
and a little doughnut tunic to tempt you, plus an
amigurumi challenge with very cute results. Grab
your crochet hook and get stuck in. Delicious.
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B o
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Fe T v
P14

Psst
Embell h with Ex I i Cr C e De I n Y0U’l L0v
inging and sequi ! 14 SUMMER ACCESSORIES
26 FRINGED CROP TOP
33 FRUITY SHOWER SCRUBBY
40 TWO IN ONE VEST TOP
45 RIPPLE SHAWL
50 CUTE KID’S TUNIC
57 HOOK TO HOOK CHALLENGE
65 TEXTURED WAVE STITCH
73 GLADIATOR SANDALS
83 FILET DRAGONFLY MOTIF
95 MAKE A MANDALA

GRADIENT
COLOURS 54
Behind the
scen at
Scheepj , p68

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09 HOOKED 76 YARN REVIEWS
38 KAT GOLDIN’S JOURNAL Our pick of cool linen yarns
48 PROFILE: VICKIE HOWELL 80 THE WORKSHOP
54 GRADIENT YARNS Learn filet crochet shaping
68 BEHIND THE SCENES 87 THE GUIDE
A chat with Simy Somer at Scheepjes Handy step-by-steps for you
78 SHOW US YOURS!
98 MY HOOKY TREASURE

Bold mandala,
p95
Wave stitch, p65
 Festival vibes
I just love the summer, don’t you? The colours and
sunshine make everything brighter. We’ve gone big
on all things sunny this issue, from boho festival
style in our main collection on p14, to projects and
colour palettes inspired by ice cream and summer
fruits. And we’re digging deeper into a trend I’ve
been loving – gradient yarns! They’ll inspire you
to get creative with colour. Get the lowdown on
p54. Whatever you decide to hook, I hope it makes
you smile this month.
Co T Ib T r
Hip, hip hooray for everyone who helped out…
“I’M STILL GAGA FOR
GRA NNY SQUA RES! ”
VICKIE HOWELL
Prolific US crafter Vickie’s a designer, author,
broadcaster and more. On page 48, she’s telling
us about her passion for community and an
exciting new project in the pipeline.
“I FOUND MYSELF REACH ING FOR
MY HOOK MORE THAN MY CAMERA! ”
KAT GOLDIN
Kat’s back! The designer and smallholder
returns as our guest columnist this month.
Find her over on page 38 chatting about slow
making and learning to love the process.
OTHER CONTRIBUTORS
Rebecca Aldridge, Lucy Croft, Hannah Cross, Judy Darley, Helen Dorritt,
Anne Egan, Simone Francis, Frank&Olive, Becky Garratt, Erinna Lee,
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Rosa, Marie, Amelia, Valentina, Emmeline
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Crafty lady and mama Sandra
as well as a collection of floral squares and motifs.

Paul is the face of the Cherry
Heart crochet blog and
YouTube channel. We caught
up with her for a natter about her favourite
makes and what's been inspiring her lately.
She told us: “With crochet it wasn’t love at
first try, that’s for sure, but after some initial
difficulties it quickly became my favourite
thing to do. It’s such a quick and versatile way
to make things but also it’s got such a lovely,
relaxing rhythm to the stitches.
My inspiration mostly starts with colours.
Sometimes I’ll have a particular colour on my
mind, or I’ll get excited by a combination. I’m
always absorbing little colour palette ideas
from the things around me, prints and
patterns I see at home and out and about.
I think one of the things I’m most proud of
is completing my Granny Patches blanket.
There are over 600 mini squares in that one
and there were times when I wasn’t sure it
would ever be finished. I’m so glad I kept
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Fans of cute critters will
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going though, I love the end result and it’s
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id you know the tentacles on a crochet
octopus or jellyfish mimic the umbilical
cord? They can comfort a newborn in an
incubator and help stop their hands pulling
out medical equipment. UK charity Octopus
for a Preemie is looking for crocheters to make
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W Enamel pins aren't
the only fun things
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details are a big trend
and iron-on patches
are back! They're such
a quick and easy way
to freshen up your
wardrobe or do a
speedy makeover on
something for little
ones. We're loving
this Girl Power set of
five playful patches
w
by Kikkerland – they new shades
kinda look like emojis
or the little stickers on
Instagram Stories. LUCY'S CHOICE
Find these, plus cacti,
sequinned and
The huge palette of Stylecraft Special DK
just got even bigger with the addition of
tropical sets, for three new summery hues. Sorbet shades
£11.79 at www. Mushroom, Buttermilk and Vintage Peach
thegiftoasis.com join the 82 – yes, 82! – other colours
available. The Vintage Peach shade was
suggested by top blogger Lucy at Attic24
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Fancy a workshop with crochet
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5 FAB FINDS
Dad deserves it
Get the date in your diary
– Father's Day is 18 June.

IN YOUR DREAMS
Nope, we’re still not over the
whole unicorn thing and now
we’ve found the perfect crochet
hook to further fuel our obsession.
It’s a unicorn horn, you guys. Can
you believe it? Twisty, handmade
in polymer clay with tiny roses
and a glittery finish – it’s the
kind of hook dreams are made
of and ideal for keeping achy 1
wrists at bay. You can order TO THE LETTER
yours right away for £20 at www. Keep the sentimentality to a minimum with
setfreemygypsysoul.etsy.com. a stylish crochet monogram and ampersand
Custom colours are also available. cushion set by The Letter Loft. How about
including an initial for each family member?
You'll find them online at www.noths.com

2 GET HOOKNG
A pair of slippers is
another classic dad
out & about gift, but these have

Skills, shows
a creepy-but-cute
skull twist. You can

Ol f R a s find the crochet

& events
pattern at www.
glamour-4-you.com
Cats and crafting are a match made in
heaven, right? See how the pairing
TIE BREAKER
A tie for Father's Day
3
really plays out at Pause cat café in – so what's new?
Bournemouth (www.pausecatcafe. Well, it's a stylish
co.uk). Crocheter Ruth from www. crochet tie and you
knittwittowo.com is hosting a can make it with one
monthly craft group at the café. Book of DMC's clever kits.
a place and bring along your WIP on Find a stockist at
the second Tuesday of every month JUNE 30 JULY 2 The Stitching, Sewing www.dmc.com
for stitching and kitty cuddling. See & Hobbycrafts Show ON YER BIKE
www.facebook.com/Knittwittowo £8, NEC Birmingham, www.stitchandhobby.co.uk 4 www.biscuiteers.
com have a range
JULY 8 9 British Wool Show of themed biscuit
£6, Thirsk, North Yorkshire gift sets that would
www.britishwool.net be spot on for
Father's Day. Our
JULY 15 Crochet Beginners and Improvers favourite is the
Bike Race tin.
£45, Get Knitted, Bristol, www.getknitted.com
PICTURE PERFECT
JULY 15 16 Yarningham Fibre Festival Make it personal
£3.85, Stirchley Baths, Birmingham with a beautiful
www.stitchesandhos.co.uk custom family
portrait from
JULY 16 Tunisian Crochet Workshop talented illustrator
Mossy Rocket at
£55, Running with Scissors, Sheffield
www.mossyrocket.
www.rwssheffield.co.uk
etsy.com. Sweet. 5
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Fringe festival
Bring boho style into your wardrobe this summer with our
playful collection. Bring on the feathers and sequins!
H di t y
Don’t settle for a ring or a bracelet when you
can combine the two. Yes, these make you
look like you might start belly dancing at any
moment, but what’s so wrong with that?

Be O t Fr N
Crochet crop tops are hot property this
summer. Make sure yours stands out with
sequins galore and fringing for days. This one
is halter style and fastens at the back with ties.

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H r Ra S n
Flower crowns and glitter spray? Pfft. Take accessorising
to the next level with this sequinned feather-effect
headdress that’s nothing short of spectacular. We love
the gold sequins, or go for silver or multi-coloured ones.

Da C n F t
Channel your inner Esmeralda with a pair of striking,
cuff-style anklets. The picots and spike stitch details
keep things interesting while you hook and the sequins
look like little gold coins. Pass the tambourine.

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V yT m
The boho glamour of a coin belt, but with a lot
more subtlety. This sequin trim looks super-cute
on wafty summer shorts, but would work just as
well as an edging on tops, dresses and swishy
skirts. Plus, you can switch the colours to match.

M e T n C e-A e
Superheroes, starlets and glamazons – they
wear capes and so should you. This divine
design features ripple stripes, sequins and a
showstopping beaded fringe. A bit wild for your
taste? Work it in one colour and forgo the glitz.

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Hand harness bracelet
Let your hands do the talking with Anne
Egan’s boho cuff – it’s a bracelet and ring.
Q DMC Petra 3 (100% cotton, 100g/280m),
1 ball of Cream (54460)
Q A 2.5mm (US B/1 or C/2) hook
Q 16 x 2cm diameter gold sequins
Q 2 x 1cm diameter buttons
MEASUREMENTS
Decoration measures 18x12cm (7x4 in).
Size around wrist is adjusted using the
button loop. Size around finger can be
increased by using a larger hook.
ABBREVIATIONS
Foundation dc (fdc) As foundation ch: Ch2,
dc in second ch from hook, adding ch1
before last yrh of dc. (Dc in ch-1 of previous
st, adding ch1 before last yrh of dc) repeat
until you have the number of dc stated.
Picot Ch2, ss in 2nd ch from hook
NOTES
The hand decoration is made in 4 parts,
each joined to the next as it is made. When
joining the different parts together make
sure RS are all facing front.
Slip the ring over your middle finger and
do up under your wrist.
HAND DECORATION MAKE 2
RING
Ch18, ss into first ch to join into a ring.
Round 1 Ch1 (does not count as st
throughout), dc in each ch around, ss to
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first dc to join. [18 dc]
Round 2 Ch1, dc in first st, (ch5, skip next 2
dc, dc in next dc) 5 times, ch2, skip 2 dc, tr
in top of first dc. [6dc, 6 ch-sps]
Round 3 (Ch2, ss in 3rd ch of next ch-5) 5
times, ch2, ss in top of tr. [6 ss, 12 ch]
Round 4 Ch1, dc in each ch and ss around,
ss in first dc to join. [18 dc]
Round 5 Ch7, skip 5 dc, ss in next dc, (this
ch-7 sp will be at the front of the ring)
Fasten off.
LARGE DIAMOND MOTIF
Ch12, ss into first ch to join into a ring.
Round 1 Ch1, (dc in 2 ch, 3dc in next ch) 4
times, ss in first dc to join. [20 dc]
Round 2 Ch3 (counts as tr), tr in each of
next 2 dc, *(2tr, picot, tr) in next dc, tr in
each of next 4 dc; repeat from * twice
more, 2tr in next dc, ch1, ss in ch-7 sp of
Round 5 of Ring, ch1, tr in same dc as
previous 2 tr, tr in next dc, ss in top of beg
ch-3 to join. Fasten off.
SMALL DIAMOND MOTIF
Ch8, ss into first ch to join into a ring.
Round 1 Ch1, *dc in next ch, (2dc, picot,
dc) in next dc; repeat from * twice more, dc
in next ch, 2dc in next ch, ch1, ss in picot of
Large Diamond Motif opposite the Ring,
ch1, dc in same ch as previous 2dc, ss in
first dc to join. Fasten off.
BRACELET
Foundation row 39fdc, turn.
Row 2 (RS) Ch2 (counts as first tr of tr3tog),
tr2tog, picot, (ch2, tr3tog, picot) 5 times,
ch2, tr3tog, ch1, ss into ch-2 sp of Small
Diamond Motif opposite join with Large
Diamond, ch1, ss in top of tr3tog just
worked, (ch2, tr3tog, picot) 6 times, turn.
The Bracelet continues in 2 parts either
side of the Diamond Motif. Without
fastening off, continue working Rows 3a to
6a then complete the Hand Decoration by
working Rows 3b to 6b on the other side.
Row 3a (WS) *(Ch5, skip next picot, ss in
next picot) twice, ch2, ss into picot at side
of Small Diamond, ss in next dc on small
diamond, turn.
Row 4a 2dc in ch-2 sp, *dc2tog (in same ch
sp and next ch-5 sp), 2dc in ch-5 sp, (dc,
ch2,dc) in 3rd ch of ch-5 sp, 2dc in same
ch-5 sp; repeat from * once more, ss in top
of next picot, turn.
Row 5a Ss in first 2 dc, ss in next ch-2 sp, ss
in next dc, ch2, 2dtr in next ch-2 sp, ch6, ss
in dc below picot on side of Large
Diamond, ss in picot, turn.
Row 6a 6dc in ch-6 sp, dc in next 2 dtr, 2dc
in next ch-2 sp, ss in next ss. Fasten off.
Rejoin yarn in picot on other side of small
diamond.
Row 3b (WS) Ch2, skip next picot on Row
2, ss in next picot, (ch5, skip next picot, ss
in next picot) twice, turn.
Row 4b Ch1, *2dc in ch-5 sp, (dc, ch2, dc) in
3rd ch of ch-5 sp, 2dc in same ch-5 sp,
dc2tog (in same ch sp and next ch-5 sp);
repeat from * once more, 2dc in ch-2 sp, ss
in next dc on side of small diamond, turn.
Fasten off.
Rejoin in dc below Picot at side of large
Diamond.
Row 5b Ch6, 2dtr in next ch-2 sp of Row
4b, ch2, ss in dc before next ch-2 sp, ss in
ch-2 sp, turn.
Row 6b 2dc in ch-2 sp, dc in next 2 dtr, 6dc
in ch-6 sp, ss in picot of Large Diamond.
Fasten off.
TO FINISH
Thread 8 large sequins onto your yarn.
With RS facing join yarn in first st on
opposite side of the Foundation Row of
Bracelet, ch1 (does not count as st), dc in
first 3 sts, ch2, pull up sequin and ss
through hole, ch2, *dc in next 5 sts, ch2,
pull up sequin and ss through hole, ch2;
repeat from * across to last st, dc in last st,
ch11, ss in 8th ch from hook, and next 2 ch,
ss in last dc made to join. Fasten off.
Increase or decrease ch length to allow for
wrist circumference.
Sew a button on RS corner of the bracelet

opposite the buttonhole loop.
Fringed halter top
Turn to page 26 for a festival-worthy
sequin crop top by Simone Francis.
Boho Hair feathers
Make a statement with this beautiful
crochet headdress by Hannah Cross.
Q DMC Petra 3 (100% cotton, 100g/280m),
1 ball of each: Yarn A Blue (5798)
Yarn B Pink (53805)
Yarn C Yellow (5742)
Yarn D Cream (54460)
Q A 2.5mm (US B/1 or C/2) hook
Q An 8cm diameter plain bangle for
dreamcatcher
Q 37 x 2cm diameter gold sequins
Q Spray starch
MEASUREMENTS
Band measures 52cm (20 in) circumference
but can be adjusted to fit. The feather
detailing measures 35cm (13 in) long.
ABBREVIATIONS
2-tr cluster (yrh, insert hook in st indicated,
yrh and pull up loop, yrh and draw through 2
loops) twice, inserting the hook in the same
st each time, yrh and draw through all 3
loops on hook
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Ch-4 picot Ch4, ss to 4th ch from hook
Ch-3 picot Ch3, ss to 3th ch from hook
NOTES
Make all of the parts individually before
joining them together to make sure you
get the correct placement.
HEADDRESS
DREAMCATCHER
Using Yarn A, ch2.
Round 1 12tr in 2nd ch from hook, ss to
first tr to join. Fasten off. [12 tr]
Round 2 Join Yarn B in first st, ch2, tr in st
at base of ch-2 (counts as 2-tr cluster), ch1,
*2-tr cluster in next st, ch1; repeat from * 10
more times, ss in top of first cluster to join.
Fasten off. [12 2-tr clusters]
Round 3 Join Yarn C in any ch-1 sp, ch4
(counts as tr, ch1), tr in same sp, (tr, ch1, tr)
in each ch-1 sp around, ss in 3rd ch of beg
ch-4 to join. Fasten off.
[24 tr and 12 ch-1 sps]
Round 4 Join Yarn D in any ch-1 sp, ch4
(counts as tr, ch1), tr in same sp, ch1, *(tr,
ch1, tr) in next ch-1 sp, ch1; repeat from * 10
more times, ss in 3rd ch of beg ch-4 to join.
[24 tr and 24 ch-1 sps]
Round 5 Working around the bangle; ch1
(does not count as st), *dc in next 3 sts, 2dc
in next st; repeat from * 11 more times, ss
into first dc to join. Fasten off. [60 dc]
BAND
Using Yarn D, ch130, taking care not to
twist the ch, ss into first ch to make a ring.
Round 1 Ch1, dc in each ch around, ss to
first dc to join. [130 dc]
Round 2 Ch1, *ss in back loop only of next
9 dc, ch1, ss into sequin, ch1, ss in next dc;
repeat from * around, ss to first ss to join.
LARGE FEATHERS MAKE 3
Using Yarn A, ch2.
Round 1 12tr in 2nd ch from hook, ss to
first tr to join. Fasten off. [12 tr]
Round 2 Yarn B in first st, ch1 (does not
count as st throughout), 2htr in each of
first 6 tr, 2tr in next 2 tr, 2dtr in next 2 tr, 2tr
in next 2 tr, ss to first htr to join. Fasten off.
[24 sts]
Round 3 Join Yarn C in first st, ch1, dc in
first 6 sts, ch3, dc in next 6 sts, htr in next 2
sts, 2htr in each of next 2 sts, tr in next st,
2tr in next st, ch1, 2tr in next st, tr in next
st, 2htr in each of next 2 sts, htr in next 2
sts, ss to first st to join. Fasten off. [30 sts]
Round 4 Join Yarn D in first htr, ch1 (does
not count as st), dc in same st, (dc in next
st, ch-4 picot) 8 times, dc in ch-1 sp, ch2, ss
in sequin, ss in first ch from hook, ss in next
ch, (dc in next st, ch-4 picot) 8 times, dc in
next htr. Fasten off leaving remaining sts
unworked.
SMALL FEATHERS MAKE 2
Using Yarn C, ch2.
Round 1 (8htr, 2tr, 4dtr, 2tr) in 2nd ch, ss in
first htr to join. [16 sts]
Round 2 Join Yarn B to 4th htr, ch1 (does
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not count as st), dc in same st, ch3, dc in
next 8 sts, ch3, dc in next 7 sts, ss to first dc
to join.
Round 3 Join Yarn A to the 4th dc after
first ch-3, ch1 (does not count as st), dc in
same st, (dc in next st, ch-3 picot) 5 times
(working last dc into first ch of ch-3 sp), dc
in next ch, ch5, ss to 5th ch from hook, (dc,
ch-3 picot) 5 times (working first dc into
last ch of ch-3 sp), dc in next htr.
Fasten off leaving remaining sts
unworked.
FAN FEATHERS MAKE 1 EACH IN
YARN A; YARN B; AND YARN C AND
D MIXED
Spine Ch19.
Row 1 Ss in back loop only of 2nd ch and
each ch across. [18 sts]
Fasten off.
Cut 14 lengths of yarn, each 16cm.
Starting at one end of the Spine, thread a
length of yarn into the back loop of the
first st and tie in a knot at centre back,
Working up the Spine, repeat in all but the
last 4 stitches.
Spray starch and iron into shape.
Trim the ends neatly.
TO MAKE UP
Join Yarn D in centre st between any 2
sequins on Band, ch7, ss in 8 sts of
dreamcatcher, ch7, ss back into same st on
Band.
Join Yarn D at centre bottom of
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Dreamcatcher, opposite Band, ch7, ss into a
sequin and the top of a Large Feather, ch7,
ss back into same st on Dreamcatcher.
Join Yarn D at centre bottom of same Large
Feather, ch1, ss into a sequin and a Fan
Feather, ch1, ss back into same st on Large
Feather.
Working into the spaces between the
sequins on the Band either side of the
Dreamcatcher, join the other 2 Fan
Feathers using a length of Yarn D approx
14cm (5 in) long.
Working into the next spaces between the
sequins on the Band, join Yarn D in centre
st, ch5, (ss in sequin, ch5) 5 times, ss in top
of Small Feather, working back along
chain, ss in first 5 ch, (ss in sequin, ss in
next 5 ch) 5 times, ss into Band to secure.
Join Yarn D at centre bottom of same Small
Feather, ch7, ss in the top of a Large
Feather, working back along chain, ss in
each ch, ss back into bottom of Small
Feather.
Embellished anklet
Twinkle from top to toe this summer
with Anne Egan’s sequinned anklet and
dance barefoot on the grass.
Q DMC Petra 3 (100% cotton, 100g/280m),
1 ball each of Yarn A Blue (5798),
Yarn B Pink (53805),
Yarn C Yellow (5742)
Q A 2.5mm (US B/1 or C/2) hook
Q 20 x 2cm diameter gold sequins
MEASUREMENTS
Anklet measures 24x6cm (9 x2 in) when
laid flat. Circumference can be varied by
the laced join.
ABBREVIATIONS
Foundation dc (fdc) As foundation ch: Ch2,
dc in second ch from hook, adding ch1
before last yrh of dc. (Dc in ch-1 of previous
st, adding ch1 before last yrh of dc) repeat
until you have the number of dc stated
Spike St Dc worked in 1 or 2 rows below the
regular stitch as indicated
Picot Ch3, ss in 3rd ch from hook
NOTES
Anklet is made in rows with the pattern in
the top half broadly mirrored in the
bottom half. It is joined at the back with a
lace.
ANKLET MAKE 2
Row 1 (RS) With Yarn A, 57fdc, turn.
Row 2 (WS) Ch1 (does not count as st
throughout), dc in each fdc across, turn.
[57 dc]
Row 3 Ch1, dc in each dc across, turn.
Fasten off.
Row 4 Join Yarn B in first st, ch1, dc in first
dc, *spike st in next dc (1 row below), spike
st in next dc (2 rows below), spike st in next
dc (1 row below), dc in next dc; repeat from

* across, turn.
Row 5 Ch1, dc in each st across, turn.
Fasten off.
Row 6 Join Yarn C in first st, ch1, dc in each
dc across, turn. Fasten off.
Row 7 Join Yarn B in first st, ch1, dc in first
dc, *spike st in next dc (1 row below), dc in
next dc; repeat from * across. Fasten off.
Rotate Anklet to work into the opposite
side of the Foundation Row.
With WS facing join Yarn A in first fdc,
repeat Rows 2-7. Fasten off.
EDGING
Thread 8 sequins onto Yarn A.
Round 1 Join Yarn A in last st worked, dc in
each st around working 9dc evenly across
Row ends and 3dc into each corner, ss to
first st to join. [140 dc]
Round 2 (Ch3, skip 2 dc, ss in next dc) 3
times, ss in each of next 2 dc (around first
corner), ch1, dc in next 2 dc, (Picot, dc in
next 5 dc) 11 times across long edge, dc in
next dc of corner, (ch3, skip 2 dc, ss in next
dc) 3 times, ss in next 3 corner dc, *ch4,
pull up sequin and ss through hole, ch4,
skip 6 dc, ss in next dc; repeat from * across
long edge, ss in next dc. Fasten off.
TO FINISH
With Yarn A ch40, leaving a long tail at
each end of chain. Loosely lace up the
anklet using the ch-3 sp loops as lace
holes. Using the long tails attach a large
sequin to each end of lace. Weave in all
ends.
Fancy shorts trim
Spruce up flouncy summer shorts with a
sweet sequinned trim by Hannah Cross.
Q DMC Petra 3 (100% cotton, 100g/280m),
1 ball of each: Yarn A Blue (5798)
Yarn B Pink (53805)
Q A 2.5mm (US B/1 or C/2) hook
Q A pair of wide leg shorts
Q 70-80 x 2cm diameter gold sequins
– sequins are placed every 5 sts
Q Sewing needle
TENSION
18sts measure 10cm (4in), row tension is not
critical
MEASUREMENTS
The finished trim can be adjusted to fit any
pair of shorts and is 2cm ( in) deep
excluding sequins
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ABBREVIATIONS
Spike St Dc worked in 1 or 2 rows below the
regular stitch as indicated
TRIM
Using Yarn B and a needle, sew back stitch
around each leg opening of the shorts,
working a multiple of 5 sts and placing
each st approx 5mm apart. Our version has
175 sts.
Round 1 Join Yarn B in any st at inner
seam, ch1 (does not count as st
throughout), dc in each st around, ss to
first ch to join. [175 dc]
Rounds 2-3 Ch1, dc in each dc around, ss
to first ch to join. Fasten off.
Round 4 Join Yarn A in first st, ch1, *dc,
spike st (1 round below), spike st (2 rounds
below), ch2, ss into sequin, ss in 2nd ch
from hook, spike st (1 round below), dc; rep
from * around, ss to first to join. Fasten off.
Ripple stitch cape
Fran Morgan’s showstopping beaded
cape is totally made for swishing in.
Q DMC Petra 3 (100% cotton, 100g/280m),
1 ball of each: Yarn A blue (5798),
Yarn B Pink (53805),
Yarn C Yellow (5742),
Yarn D Cream (54460)
See table for measurements
Q A 3mm (US D/3) hook
Q Tapestry needle
Q 2cm diameter gold sequins – see table for
quantities
Q 1.5m (59in) of 8cm drop gold beaded
fringing
TENSION
Each 14st Ripple measures approx 6.5cm
(2 in) using a 3mm hook or size required to
obtain gauge
8 rows to measure 9cm (3 in)
SPECIAL STITCHES
Sequined tr Yrh, insert hook into st
indicated and pull up loop, yrh and pull
through 2 loops, insert hook into hole in
sequin, yrh and pull through hole and both
loops on hook. Sequin will appear on
opposite side of work.
Sequined tr3tog Yrh, insert hook into st
indicated and pull up loop, yrh and pull
through 2 loops, (yrh, insert hook into next st
and pull up loop, yrh and pull through 2
loops) twice, insert hook into hole in sequin,
yrh and pull through hole and all 3 loops on
hook. Sequin will appear on opposite side of
work.
NOTES
Cape is worked from the bottom up. Ripple
pattern is worked over 14 sts to start and
reduced towards the neckline.
Sequins are attached on WS rows.
CAPE
With Yarn A, ch 228 (256: 284: 312) sts.
Row 1 (RS) Tr into 4th ch from hook, tr into
each of next 5 ch, tr3tog, tr into each of
next 5 ch, *(tr, ch1, tr) into next ch, tr into
each of next 5 ch, tr3tog, tr into each of
next 5 ch; repeat from * across to last ch,
2tr in last ch, turn. [16 (18: 20: 22) Ripples]
Row 2 (WS) Ch3, tr in same st, tr in each of
next 2 tr, sequined tr in next st, tr in each
of next 2 tr, sequined tr3tog, tr in each of
next 2 tr, sequined tr in next st, tr in each
of next 2 tr, *(tr, ch1, tr) in ch-1 sp, tr in each
of next 2 tr, sequined tr in next st, tr in each
of next 2 tr, sequined tr3tog, tr in each of
next 2 tr, sequined tr in next st, tr in each
of next 2 tr; repeat from * across to last st,
2tr in top of beg ch-3, turn.
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5 tr, tr3tog, tr in each of next 5 tr, *(tr, ch1,
tr) in ch-1 sp, tr in each of next 5 tr, tr3tog,
tr in each of next 5 tr; repeat from * across
to last st, 2tr in top of beg ch-3, turn.
Rows 4-8 Repeat Row 3. Fasten off.
Row 9 Join Yarn B in first st and rep Row 3.
Row 10 Repeat Row 2.
Rows 11-13 Repeat Row 3.
Row 14 Ch3, tr in same st, tr in each of next
4 tr, tr5tog, tr in each of next 4 tr, *(tr, ch1,
tr) in ch-1 sp, tr in each of next 4 tr, tr5tog,
tr in each of next 4 tr; repeat from * across
to last st, 2tr in top of beg ch-3, turn.
Ripple is now worked over 12 sts.
Row 15 Ch3, tr in same st, tr in each of next
4 tr, tr3tog, tr in each of next 4 tr, *(tr, ch1,
tr) in ch-1 sp, tr in each of next 4 tr, tr3tog,
tr in each of next 4 tr; repeat from * across
to last st, 2tr in top of beg ch-3, turn.
Row 16 Repeat Row 15. Fasten off.
Row 17 Join Yarn C in first st and repeat
Row 15. tr) in ch-1 sp, tr in each of next 3 tr, tr3tog, to last st, 2tr in top of beg ch-3, turn.
Row 18 (WS) Ch3, tr in same st, tr in next tr, tr in each of next 3 tr; repeat from * across Ripple is now worked over 8 sts.
sequined tr in next st, tr in each of next 2 to last st, 2tr in top of beg ch-3, turn. Row 30 Ch3, tr in same st, tr in each of next
tr, sequined tr3tog, tr in each of next 2 tr, Row 24 Repeat Row 23. Fasten off. 2 tr, tr3tog, tr in each of next 2 tr, *(tr, ch1,
sequined tr in next st, tr in next tr, *(tr, ch1, Row 25 Join Yarn D in first st and repeat tr) in ch-1 sp, tr in each of next 2 tr, tr3tog,
tr) in ch-1 sp, tr in next tr, sequined tr in Row 23. tr in each of next 2 tr; repeat from * across
next st, tr in each of next 2 tr, sequined Row 26 (WS) Ch3, tr in same st, tr in next tr, to last st, 2tr in top of beg ch-3, turn.
tr3tog, tr in each of next 2 tr, sequined tr in sequined tr in next st, tr in next tr, Row 31 Repeat Row 30.
next st, tr in next tr; repeat from * across to sequined tr3tog, tr in next tr, sequined tr in Row 32 Ch1 (does not count as st), dc in
last st, 2tr in top of beg ch-3, turn. next st, tr in next tr, *(tr, ch1, tr) in ch-1 sp, tr first 2 sts, htr in each of next 2 sts, tr in
Rows 19-21 Repeat Row 15. in next tr, sequined tr in next st, tr in next tr3tog, htr in each of next 2 sts, *dc in next
Row 22 Ch3, tr in same st, tr in each of next tr, sequined tr3tog, tr in next tr, sequined tr tr, dc in ch-1 sp, dc in next tr, htr in each of
3 tr, tr5tog, tr in each of next 3 tr, *(tr, ch1, in next st, tr in next tr; repeat from * across next 2 sts, tr in tr3tog, htr in each of next 2
tr) in ch-1 sp, tr in each of next 3 tr, tr5tog, to last st, 2tr in top of beg ch-3, turn. sts; repeat from * across to last 2 sts, dc in
tr in each of next 3 tr; repeat from * across Rows 27-28 Repeat Row 23. each of last 2 sts, do not fasten off.
to last st, 2tr in top of beg ch-3, turn. Row 29 Ch3, tr in same st, tr in each of next [129 (145: 161: 177) sts]
Ripple is now worked over 10 sts. 2 tr, tr5tog, tr in each of next 2 tr, *(tr, ch1,
Row 23 Ch3, tr in same st, tr in each of next tr) in ch-1 sp, tr in each of next 2 tr, tr5tog, TIES
3 tr, tr3tog, tr in each of next 3 tr, *(tr, ch1, tr in each of next 2 tr; repeat from * across Ch41, turn.
Row 1 Dc in second ch from hook and
each ch across to neck edge. Fasten off.
SIZE 8-10 12-14 16-18 20-22 [40 dc] Attach Yarn D to other side of neck,
ch41, turn.
cm 81-86 91-97 102-107 112-117
TO FIT BUST Row 1 Dc in second ch from hook and
in 32-34 36-38 40-42 44-46 each ch across to neck edge.
cm 120 135 150 165 Fasten off. [40 dc]
HEM
in 48 54 60 66
TO FINISH
cm 68 76 86 94 Weave in all ends. Carefully pin the beaded
NECK
in 27 30 34 37 fringing to the wrong side of the capelet,
and sew securely in place.
LENGTH EXCLUDING cm 35 35 35 35
BEADING in 14 14 14 14

SEQUINS 192 216 240 264 YARN STOCKISTS

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Shake and shimmy Whip up a festival-ready crochet crop top that oozes
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If boho chic’s your thing and you’ve
EASY already memorised this year’s Glasto
PEASY line-up, this cropped halter top is what’s
4PLY 3.5MM been missing from your wardrobe. It’s
WEIGHT HOOK
embellished with fringing and sequins
and fastens at the neck and back with ties.
YOU WILL NEED NOTES
Q DMC Petra Cotton 3 (100% cotton, The Halter Top is worked from the top
100g/280m), 2 balls of Yellow down. Extra rows are worked onto each
(5742) for all sizes with fringe side at the bottom to increase the width of
For a Halter Top without fringe, the Back piece. A border and ties are
1 (1: 1: 2) 100g balls are required added once complete. The sequins are
Q A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook threaded onto the yarn before starting and
Q 53 (56: 59: 65) x 2cm ( in) are pulled up behind the hook and
diameter gold sequins fastened with a loose chain.
Q 2 stitch markers Ties are added to the neckline and a long
Q 4 small beads for ties (optional) tie is criss-crossed through eyelets at the
For yarn stockists contact back to tighten to size.
DMC 0116 275 4000
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Thread 53 (56: 59: 65) sequins on to yarn.
TENSION With 3.5mm hook, ch29.
18 sts and 10 rows to measure Foundation row (WS) 2-tr cl into 4th ch
10x10cm (4x4in) over treble crochet from hook, ch2, 2-tr cl into the same st,
using a 3.5mm hook or size needed [skip 2 ch, (2-tr cl, ch2, 2-tr cl) into the
to obtain stated tension following ch] 8 times, tr into last ch, turn.
[18 clusters, ch3 and tr]
ABBREVIATIONS Row 1 (RS) Ch3 (counts as tr throughout),
2 treble cluster (2-tr cl) (Yrh, insert [(2-tr cl, ch2, 2-tr cl) into following ch-2 sp]
hook into next stitch, pull up a loop, 9 times, tr into t-ch, turn.
yrh, pull through 2 loops) twice, yrh, In the following pattern rows, the first tr of
pull through all 3 loops on hook the row is always replaced by ch3.
Place Sequin (PS) Pull up sequin to Row 2 Tr in each st to first cluster, 2tr in top
hook, ch1 loosely of first cluster, 2-tr cl into following ch-2 sp,
For a full list, see page 92 PS, (2-tr cl, ch2, 2-tr cl) in each ch-2 sp to
last ch-2 sp, 2-tr cl in following ch-2 sp, PS,
2tr in top of next cluster, tr in each st to
end, turn. [16 clusters, 6 tr]
Row 3 Tr in each st to first cluster, 2tr in top
of first cluster, (2-tr cl, ch2, 2-tr cl) in each
ch-2 sp, 2tr in next cluster, tr in each st to
end, turn. [14 clusters, 10 tr]
Rows 2 and 3 set pattern.
For sizes XS and S only
Rows 4-8 Repeat (Rows 2-3) two more
times, then Row 2 once more.
[4 clusters, 30 tr]
For sizes M and L only
Rows 4-5 Repeat Rows 2-3.
Rows 6-7 Repeat Rows 2-3 but increase by
1 st at the beginning and the end of each
row by working (ch3, tr) into first st and 2tr
into last st. [6 clusters and 30 tr]
For size M only
Row 8 Repeat Row 2. [4 clusters and 34 tr]
For size L only
Row 8 Repeat Row 2, increasing by 1 st at
the beginning and the end of the row as
before. [4 clusters and 36 tr]
All sizes
Row 9 Repeat Row 3, increasing by 1 st at
the beginning and the end of each row by
working (ch3, tr) into first st and 2tr into
last st. [2 clusters and 36 (36: 40: 42) tr]
Row 10 Tr in each st to first cluster, 2tr in
top of next cluster, 2-tr cl in next ch-2 sp,
PS, 2tr into top of next cluster, tr in each st
to end, turn. [1 cluster and 40 (40: 44: 46) tr]
Row 11 Ch3, tr in st at base of ch, tr in each
st to last st with 2tr in top of cluster, 2tr in
last st, turn. [44 (44: 48: 50) tr]
Row 12 Ch3, tr in st at base of ch, 20 (20: 22:
23) tr, (2tr in next st) twice, tr in each st to
last st, 2tr into last st, turn.
[48 (48: 52: 54) tr]
Row 13 Ch3, tr in st at base of ch, tr in each
st to last st, 2tr in last st, turn.
[50 (50: 54: 56) tr]

SIZE XS S M L
cm 16 16 16 16
16 cm (6 in) WIDTH AT TOP
in 6 6 6 6
cm 37 39 41 47
WIDTH WIDEST POINT FRONT
13 (13 : 14 : 15 )in

FRONT in 14 15 16 18
33 (35: 37: 39)cm

cm 49 51 53 59
37 (39: 41: 47)cm WIDTH BACK SECTION
14 (15 : 16: 18 )in in 19 20 21 23
cm 33 35 37 39
LENGTH EXCLUDING FRINGING
in 13 13 14 15

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Repeat (Row 13) 8 (10: 10: 12) more times,
do not fasten off. [66 (70: 74: 80) sts]
Place a stitch marker into top of first and
last st of last row.
LOWER EDGE
Work 2 (2: 4: 4) rows in tr st without
shaping, turn.
Sequin Panel
Row 1 (WS) Ch3, tr into next 4 (4: 4: 3) sts,
PS, (4tr, PS) 14 (15: 16: 18) times, tr in each st
to end, turn. [66 (70: 74: 80) sts/15 (16: 17:
19) sequins placed]
Row 2 Ch3, tr into each st to end, turn.
Row 3 Ch3, tr into next 6 (6: 6: 5) sts, PS,
(4tr, PS) 13 (14: 15: 17) times, tr in each st to
end, turn. [14 (15: 16: 18) sequins placed]
Row 4 Ch3, tr into each st to end, turn.
Row 5-6 Repeat Rows 1-2.
Work 2 rows in tr st.
Do not fasten off yarn, rotate work 90
degrees:
BACK EDGE
Left Side
Foundation row (RS) Ch3, 2tr into each
row end working to marker, turn.
[20 (20: 24: 24) sts]
Row 1 Ch3, tr in each st to end, turn.
Row 2 Ch3, tr in each st to last 2 sts, tr2tog,
turn. [19 (19: 23: 23) sts]
Row 3 Ch3, tr in each st to end, turn.
Rows 4-5 Repeat Rows 2-3, turn. [18 (18:
22: 22) sts]
Row 6 Ch1 (does not count as st), dc into
each st to end.
Fasten off.
along lower edge as follows:
LOWER BORDER
Next row Ch1 (does not count as st), dc in
corner st, *(2-tr cl, ch2, 2-tr cl) in next row
end, skip next row end;** repeat from * to
** twice more along Back section, [(2-tr cl,
ch2, 2-tr cl) in next st, skip 2 sts] repeated
evenly along Front section; rep from * to **
twice along Back section, (2-tr cl, ch2, 2-tr
cl) in last row end along Back section, (dc,
ch1, dc) into corner st, rotate work 90
degrees:
Eyelet row Dc in next 2 sts, (ch3, skip next
st, dc in next 3 sts) 3 (3: 4: 4) times, ch3, skip
next st, dc in last 2 sts.
TOP BORDER
Turn work 45 degrees:
Border Ch1, dc in same st, dc in first row
end, *ch3, tr in first of these 3 ch, dc in next
row end; rep from * working up side edge
to top corner, dc in corner st, (ch3, tr in first
of these 3 ch, dc in top centre of next
cluster) 9 times, ch3, tr in first of these 3 ch,
(dc, ch1, dc) in corner st, turn work 45
degrees, continue making edging into
each row end down side edge and along
back edge, dc in corner st.
Fasten off.
TIES
NECK TIES MAKE 2
Measure one strand of yarn 380cm long
and fold in half, insert hook into top corner
dc of neck and pull the halfway loop of
yarn through, ch130 using both strands of
yarn. Fasten off.
Repeat for opposite side.
BACK TIE
With 2 strands of yarn held together, ch330
(350: 380: 400).
Fasten off.
Slot through eyelets of Back in a criss-cross
motion.
TO FINISH
Trim all ties to size.
Add bead to ends of ties and secure with a
knot. Cut 4 strands of yarn 84cm long, fold
in half and slot through lower edge to
make fringe. Add 3 fringes to each Back
section and 1 fringe to each cluster along
lower Front edge.
Trim fringe to size and weave in all ends.

Right Side
With RS facing, join yarn at marker with a
ss.
Foundation row (RS) Ch3, 2tr into each
row end working to lower edge, turn.
[20 (20: 24: 24) sts]
Row 1 Ch3, tr in each st to end, turn.
Row 2 Ch1, tr in next st (counts as tr2tog),
tr in each st to end, turn. [19 (19: 23: 23) sts]
Row 3 Ch3, tr in each st to end, turn.
Rows 4-5 Repeat Rows 2-3, turn.
[18 (18: 22: 22) sts]

Eyelet Row
Row 6 (RS) Ch1 (does not count as st), dc in
first st, dc in next st, *ch3, skip next st, dc in
next 3 sts; rep from * 3 (3: 4: 4) more times.
[4 (4: 5: 5) eyelets made]
Rotate work 90 degrees and continue

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Your block blanket journey continues here with the
next part of our crochet-along project by Lucy Croft.

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 Crochet-along

The Pick ‘n’ Mix crochet-along blanket

A BIT
TRICKY
ARAN
WEIGHT
YOU WILL NEED
Quantities of yarn given are enough
to complete the entire blanket.
You will need both colourways
as listed below.
Q Cascade 220 (100% Peruvian
Highland wool, 100g/200m),
see below for details
Q A 5mm (US H/8) hook
For yarn stockists contact
LoveCrochet 0845 544 2196
www.lovecrochet.com
Colourway 1
Q 1 skein of each:
Yarn C Deep Lavender (8762)
Yarn D Granny Smith Green (8914)
Yarn E Lagoon (7812)
Yarn H California Poppy (7826)
Colourway 2
Q 1 skein of each:
Yarn G Cerise (7802)
Yarn B Cyan Blue (8891)
Yarn F Azure (8892)
Yarn A Bright Red (8414)
MEASUREMENTS
Each square meas 20x20cm (8x8in)
Finished blanket meas 144x94cm
(56 x37in)
ABBREVIATIONS
For a full list, see page 92
is made up of 12 vibrant squares in total,
each worked in two different colourways.
5MM You’ll find a new square pattern in each
HOOK
issue of Simply Crochet until the main part
of the blanket is complete, followed by all
the joining and border details you’ll need.
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patterns they have missed via email.
The second colour combination highlights
NOTES different rounds, giving it a fresh look.
When working Round 2, work stitches into
the bump at the back of the chain for a
neater finish. Round 8 Join Yarn C to first ch-4 sp, ch2
(counts as htr), htr in same ch-4 sp, *ch2,
SQUARE 3htr in next ch-4 sp, ch2, 3tr in next ch-4 sp,
Using Yarn E, make a magic loop. ch1, (dtr in next tr, ch1) twice, (ttr, ch2, ttr) in
Round 1 (RS) Ch1 (does not count as st), 8dc next tr, (ch1, dtr in next tr) twice, ch1, 3tr in
into loop, ss to first dc to join. [8 sts] next ch-4 sp, ch2, 3htr in next ch-4 sp, ch2,
Round 2 *Ch8, dc in third ch from hook, htr 2htr in next ch-4 sp; rep from * another 3
in next ch, tr in each of next 2 ch, htr in next times omitting last 2 htr, ss to top of beg
ch, dc in next ch, ss to next dc of Round 1; ch-2. [32 htr, 24 tr, 16 dtr, 8 ttr, 24 ch-1 sps, 20
rep from * another 7 times. [8 petals] ch-2 sps]
Fasten off. Fasten off.
Round 3 Join Yarn D to ch-2 sp at the end of
any petal, *ch6, ss to ch-2 sp at end of next
petal; rep from * another 7 times. [8 ch-6
sps, 8 ss]
Round 4 *9dc in next ch-6 sp; rep from *
another 7 times, ss to first dc. [72 sts]
Round 5 Ss in next dc of first 9-dc group,
ch3 (counts as tr), *(ch1, tr) in each of next 6
dc, skip next 2 dc, tr in next dc; rep from *
another 7 times, omitting last tr, ss to top of
beg ch-3. [56 tr, 48 ch-1 sps]
Fasten off.
Round 6 Join Yarn H to second tr, *[ch4, skip
next (ch-1 sp, tr and ch-1 sp), ss to next tr]
twice, ch4, skip next (ch-1 sp, 2 tr and ch-1
sp), ss to next tr; rep from * another 7 times.
[24 ch-4 sps, 24 ss]
Round 7 Ss in each of next 2 ch, *(ch4, ss to
next ch-4 sp) 3 times, 5tr in next ss, ss to
next ch-4 sp, (ch4, ss to next ch-4 sp) twice;
rep from * another 3 times, working last ss
into second of beg ss. [4 5-tr groups, 20 ch-4
sps, 24 ss]
Fasten off.

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strawberry scrubby
EASY
PEASY
DK
WEIGHT
YOU WILL NEED
Q Rico Creative Bubble
(100% polyester, 50g/90m),
1 ball of each:
Yarn A White (001)
Yarn B Red (006)
Yarn C Green (008)
Q A 4mm (US G/6) hook
Q A shower puff for stuffing
For yarn stockists contact
Rico www.rico-design.co.uk
MEASUREMENTS
14x18cm (5 x7in)
ABBREVIATIONS
For a full list, see page 92
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What could be more appropriate for your
toilette in the summer months than a
strawberry-shaped shower scrubby? This
4MM bathroom accessory is made with Rico’s
HOOK
Creative Bubble, a textured polyester
yarn that’s been specifically designed for
hooking playful sponges that gently buff
the skin as you lather up. Your morning
routine just got a whole lot fruitier!
NOTE
The scrubby is worked using the
amigurumi method. Work in a continuous
spiral without closing off each round with
a slip stitch. You may find it helpful to place
a marker in the first st of each round and
move it up as you work.
Change colour in last yrh of previous st.
STRAWBERRY
Using Yarn B, make a magic loop.
Round 1 Ch1 (does not count as st), 6htr
into loop. [6 htr]
Round 2 (Htr in next st, 2htr in next st)
3 times. [9 htr]
Round 3 (Htr in next 2 sts, 2htr in next st)
3 times. [12 htr]
Round 4 (Htr in next st, 2htr in next st)
6 times. [18 htr]
Round 5 (Htr in next st, 2htr in next st)
9 times. [27 htr]
Round 6 (Htr in next 8 sts, 2htr in next st)
3 times. [30 htr]
Round 7 (Htr in next 4 sts, 2htr in next st)
6 times. [36 htr]
Rounds 8-9 Htr in each st around.
Round 10 (Htr in next 5 sts, 2htr in next st)
6 times. [42 htr]
Round 11 (Htr in next 5 sts, 2htr in next st)
7 times. [49 htr]
Round 12 (Htr in next 6 sts, 2htr in next st)
7 times. [56 htr]
Round 13 (Htr in next 7 sts, 2htr in next st)
7 times. [63 htr]
Rounds 14-18 Htr in each st around.
Round 19 (Htr in next 7 sts, htr2tog)
7 times. [56 htr]
Round 20 (Htr in next 6 sts, htr2tog)
7 times. [49 htr]
Round 21 (Htr in next 5 sts, htr2tog)
7 times. [42 htr]
Do not fasten off.
Use the shower puff as stuffing. They tend
to be tied together in the middle, so find
that strand and cut it so you can make the
puff fit the shape of the Strawberry better.
Sew on the seeds using two strands of Yarn
A held together and the image as a guide.
This yarn has a fluffy texture. Work in good
light so you can see your stitches clearly.
Round 22 Pick up working yarn, (htr in
next 4 sts, htr2tog) 7 times. [35 sts]
Round 23 (Htr in next 3 sts, htr2tog)
7 times. [28 sts]
Round 24 (Htr in next 2 sts, htr2tog)
7 times. [21 sts]
Round 25 (Htr in next st, htr2tog) 7 times.
[14 sts]
Round 26 (Htr2tog) 7 times. [7 sts]
Fasten off.
LEAF CENTRE
Using Yarn C, make a magic loop.
Round 1 Ch1 (does not count as st), 5dc
into loop. [5 dc]
Round 2 2dc in each st around. [10 dc]
Round 3 (Dc in next st, 2dc in next st)
5 times. [15 dc]
Round 4 (Dc in next 2 sts, 2dc in next st)
5 times. [20 dc]
Round 5 (Dc in next 3 sts, 2dc in next st)
5 times. [25 dc]
Round 6 (Dc in next 4 sts, 2dc in next st)
5 times. [30 dc]
Round 7 (Dc in next 5 sts, 2dc in next st)
5 times. [35 dc] Fasten off.
LEAF MAKE 6
Using Yarn C, ch10.
Round 1 Dc in second ch from hook and
each ch across to last ch, 2dc in last ch,
rotate to work along opposite side of
starting ch, dc in next 8 ch. [18dc]
Round 2 Ch3, dtr in next 2 sts, tr in next 3
sts, htr in next 2 sts, dc in next st, 2dc in
each of next 2 sts, dc in next st, htr in next
2 sts, tr in next 3 sts, dtr in next st, (dtr,
ch3, ss) in last st. Fasten off.
Sew leaves evenly around the edge of the
Leaf Centre.
Add a loop of yarn in the middle of the
centre piece to use for hanging, then sew
the whole green piece onto the top of the
Strawberry, using the image as a guide.
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Designer and blogger Kat Goldin on
slowing her crochet pace and learning
to savour the process instead.
or someone who makes her living out of crochet, the
F following admission might seem strange, but here
goes: I've spent a lot of the last six years as a crochet
designer not really enjoying crocheting very much.
I like the swatching and problem solving that comes with
pattern development. I like the code cracking that is crochet
pattern writing. I love photographing finished items to
show them in their best light. Layout and charting took a
while to get the hang of, but have become an aspect of the
business that I really look forward to when publishing new
designs comes around. For me the best part of the whole
process is definitely the release of new patterns and seeing
the designs remade by others. But the actual crochet? Meh,
I could take it or leave it.
From the early days of my business, getting myself to sit
down and crochet required a very similar skill set to the one
I employ to get my five-year-old on the school bus in the
morning. There was the mental preparation that took place
in the day or so before: “OK Kat, tomorrow you are going to
crochet that shawl.” Then, there were the warnings that
ranged from “in 25/20/5 minutes, you are going to sit down
and actually do the work,” to “PUT THAT PHONE DOWN AND
GET OFF THE INTERNET RIGHT NOW.” Of course, the snack
“I delighted in the
process and repetition
of stitch after stitch.”
Photograph of Kat Goldin by Xanthe Berkeley.
st u d i o
“It occu r red to
m e h ow m uch
I had act ually
been crocheting.”
and Netflix or audiobook accompaniments had to be just
right as well, and then built-in extra incentives to “just finish
the next row then you can check Instagram” kept me on task.
Heavy yarns, long stitches and quick and easy projects
became my design wheelhouse, just so I could get it over with.
And so it went for years. I would begrudgingly crochet so
that I could do everything else.
A CHANGE OF HEART
I can’t tell you exactly when that mindset altered, but I can
tell you when I noticed it. One afternoon, at our weekly
three-hour stint at the local swimming pool for lessons, I
realised that I'd forgotten my current crochet project to work
on. I had my book, my phone and a friend with me – all of
which were perfectly good entertainment to while away the
hours – but actually, I just wanted to crochet. I made a quick
dash out to the car park to see if maybe I had a long-neglected
project in the car that I could pick up. I even debated making
the one hour round trip drive over a rather snowy mountain
at the time to get my project from where I had left it on the
kitchen counter at home.
As I laughed about my obsession later, it occurred to me
how much I had actually been crocheting recently. My
 “Mornings start
with a few rows.”

mornings started with a few rows before I begrudgingly left
it and my bed behind to feed the masses and start the day.
Projects followed me around the house as I did various tasks:
change the washing over, crochet a bit, stir the porridge,
crochet a bit, read with the six-year-old, crochet a bit, and on
and on all day. I even found myself reaching for my hook more
often than I was reaching for my camera – something that’s
normally unheard of in my house.
PROCESS VERSUS PRODUCT
The strangest thing about it was that the desire to always
have a hook in hand wasn’t fuelled by the ambition to finish
something or the blind panic that proceeds a deadline. It was
because I genuinely enjoyed making. I delighted in the
process and repetition of stitch after stitch, and designed
things that highlighted that leisurely meditation – Tunisian
shawls and double crochet ribbing in fingering weight yarns
have featured heavily of late with the slowness of stitch built
into the design, just so I can savour the process. I even recently
picked up a lace weight yarn, such a change from my previous
preference for aran and chunky, before realising that I didn’t
have a hook to match its weight.
It seems that old dogs can learn new tricks. And if I can
become a process person, surely one day I will be able to get
that small boy on the school bus.
See what Kat’s been hooking lately on her blog at www.
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A loch at my month
“I’ve been working hard laying out our
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making birthday cakes. And then
there’s Luna, our new feline studio
assistant!”
My new-found love of savo ing the proc
even xten to hand winding bal of y n.
Meanwhile, I’m looking f w d to the
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Vest of both
One pretty top, two ways to make it. Slip into
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 Vest tops

Pat Strong’s design is worked sideways,

A BIT
TRICKY
DK 3.5MM
WEIGHT
YOU WILL NEED
Q DROPS Cotton Viscose
(54% cotton, 46% viscose,
50g/110m), Light Pink (28) and/or
Light Grey Green (29)
See table for yarn quantities and
measurements
Q A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook
Q A 4mm (US 7) hook
For yarn stockists contact
Wool Warehouse 01926 882818
www.woolwarehouse.co.uk
TENSION
18 sts and 20 rows to measure
10x10cm (4x4in) over dc pattern
using a 4mm hook or size needed to
obtain stated tension
ABBREVIATIONS
For a full list, see page 92
giving it lots of drape and stretch, and is
finished with a picot edging. Decide if you
want to go long or short, then choose
4MM
between pale pink or pistachio green
cotton yarn. Struggling to decide? The
two versions look beautiful layered
together. That’s the long and short of it.
NOTES
This Top is designed to be close fitting, so
choose the actual bust size (size of finished
garment) that is nearest your bust
measurement. The Top is worked from side
to side, and finished with a picot edge. The
pattern is given in two different lengths.
All instructions apply to both versions
unless stated, although the stitch counts in
square brackets are given for the Long
version only. The stitch counts for the
Short version will always be 33 sts fewer
than the Long version.
FRONT AND BACK MAKE 2
With a 4mm hook, ch41 (41: 42: 44) for the
Short version or 74 (74: 75: 77) for the
Long version.
Row 1 (RS: RS: WS: WS) Dc in second ch
from hook and in each ch to end, turn.
[40 (40: 41: 43) sts for Short, 73 (73: 74: 76)
sts for Long]
Row 2 Ch1 (does not count as st
throughout), dc in front loop of each st to
end, turn. Row 2 sets pattern.
Repeat (Row 2) 1 (1: 2: 2) more times.
INCREASES AT ARMHOLE EDGE
Next row (RS inc) Ch1, dcfl in each st to
A picot edge is worked around the armholes
and the scoop neckline on both vests.
last st, 2dcfl in last st, turn.
Next row (WS inc) Ch1, 2dcfl in first st, dcfl
in each st to last st, turn.
Next row RS inc row as above.
Next row As Row 2.
Repeat the last 2 rows once more, followed
by another RS inc row, do not turn.
[5 sts increased: 78 (78: 79: 81) sts]
SHOULDER
Ch33 (35: 37: 38), turn.
Next row (WS) Dc in second ch from hook
and in each ch to next dc, patt to end, turn.
[110 (112: 115: 118 sts)]
Work in patt for a further 16 (20: 22: 26)
rows or until work measures 13.5 (15.5:
17: 19)cm, ending with a WS row.
NECKLINE
Next row (RS) Ch1, work in patt on first 53
(55: 55: 58) sts for Short version and for 86
(88: 88: 91) sts for Long version, turn
leaving remaining sts unworked.
Next row (WS dec) Ch1, dcfl2tog, patt to

SIZE 8-10 12-14 16-18 20-22

cm 81-86 91-97 102-107 112-117
TO FIT BUST
in 32-34 36-38 40-42 44-46
16 (17: 17 : 18 )in

ACTUAL BUST cm 84 98 104 116

42 (43: 45: 46)cm

APPROX in 33 38 41 45

Direction of work LENGTH SHORT cm 42 43 45 46

VERSION in 16 17 17 18
23 (24: 24 : 25 )in

Short version
60 (61: 63: 64)cm

cm 60 61 63 64
LENGTH LONG VERSION
in 23 24 24 25

YARN SHORT VERSION 50g 5 6 6 7

Long version
YARN LONG VERSION 50g 7 8 9 10

42 (49: 52: 58)cm To make this pattern easier to follow, we’ve colour-coded the sizing instructions – simply follow the
16 (19 : 20 : 22 )in relevant column.

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end, turn.
Next row As Row 2.
Next row WS dec row as above.
Next row (RS dec) Ch1, patt to last 2 sts,
dcfl2tog over last 2 sts, turn.
Repeat last 2 rows once more.
[5 sts decreased: 81 (83: 83: 86) sts]

Work a further 16 (22: 22: 26) rows in patt

on these stitches, or until work measures
25 (30: 31.5: 35.5cm) ending on a RS row.

Work a WS inc row followed by a RS inc

row.
Repeat the last 2 rows once more.
Work a plain row as Row 2, followed by a
RS inc row, do not turn.
[5 sts increased: 86 (88: 88: 91) sts]

SHOULDER
Ch25 (25: 28: 28), turn.
Next row (WS) Dc in second ch from hook
and in each ch to next dc, patt to end, turn.
[110 (112: 115: 118) sts]
Work in patt for the same number of rows
as the first Shoulder.

ARMHOLE EDGE
Next row (RS) Ch1, work in patt on first 45
(45: 46: 48) sts for Short version and for 78
(78: 79: 81) sts for Long version, turn
leaving remaining sts unworked.
Work a plain row as Row 2, followed by a
RS dec row.
Repeat the last 2 rows once more.
Work a WS dec row, followed by a RS dec
row, then a WS dec row.
[5 sts decreased: 73 (73: 74: 76) sts]

Work in patt on these stitches for a final 3

(3: 4: 4) rows. Fasten off.

TO MAKE UP
Block to measurements, sew shoulder and
side seams.

EDGING
With a 3.5mm hook, rejoin yarn to left
Shoulder at Neckline edge.
Round 1 (RS) Ch1, dc evenly around
Neckline Edge, working a multiple of 3 sts
in total, ss to first dc.
Round 2 *Ch4, ss into third ch from hook,
ch1, skip 2 dc, ss into next st; rep from *
around. Fasten off.
Join yarn at side seam of Armhole Edge
and repeat Rounds 1 and 2 on both
Armholes.
Weave in all ends.

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Cherry & lime
A scrummy two-tone accessory
by Elisabeth Davis de Herraiz.
ripple wrap
EASY
PEASY
4PLY 4MM
WEIGHT HOOK
YOU WILL NEED
Q DROPS Baby Merino (100%
superwash merino, 50g/175m),
2 balls of each:
Cerise (08), Lime (09)
Q A 4mm (US G/6) hook
Q Tapestry needle
For yarn stockists, contact
Wool Warehouse 01926 882818
www.woolwarehouse.co.uk
TENSION
5 shells (2.5 patt repeats) and 9 rows
to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over
shell pattern using a 4mm hook or
size needed to obtain tension
MEASUREMENTS
30x122cm (12x49in)
ABBREVIATIONS
Tr5tog (Yrh, insert hook in next
stitch, yrh and pull up loop, yrh and
draw through 2 loops) 5 times, yrh
and draw through all loops on hook
For a full list, see page 92.
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Two terribly tempting shades of squashy
merino yarn make this project rather
dreamy to hook up. Elisabeth Davis de
Herraiz’s versatile accessory is worked in
gorgeous stripy waves and can be worn as
a scarf or wrap. The contrasting ripple
stitches look really impressive and this
wrap would make a fantastic gift, too, if
only we could bear to part with it. Sigh.
WRAP
With Cerise, ch196.
Row 1 (RS) 2tr in the fourth ch from the
hook (counts as 3 tr), *tr5tog over next 5
ch, 5tr in next ch; repeat from * 30 more
times, tr5tog over the next 5 ch, 3tr in the
last ch.
Fasten off and turn. [193 sts]
Row 2 Join Lime, ch2 (counts as first htr
throughout), htr in each st across.
Fasten off and turn.
Row 3 Join Cerise, ch3 (counts as first tr
throughout), 2tr in the st at base of ch,
*tr5tog over the next 5 sts, 5tr in the next
st; repeat from * 30 more times, tr5tog over
the next 5 sts, 3tr in the last st.
Fasten off and turn.
Row 4 Join Lime, ch3, tr in each st across.
Fasten off and turn.
Row 5 With Cerise, repeat Row 3.
Row 6 Repeat Row 2 with Lime, do not
fasten off.
Row 7 Repeat Row 3 with Lime.
Row 8 Repeat Row 2 with Cerise.
Row 9 Repeat Row 3 with Lime.
Row 10 Repeat Row 4 with Cerise.
Row 11 Repeat Row 3 with Lime.
Row 12 Repeat Row 2 with Cerise.
Row 13 Repeat Row 4.
Row 14 Join Cerise, ch1 (does not count as
st), working in the front loop only, dc in
each st across.
Fasten off and turn.
The wrap is finished off with a half treble
edging along both of the short sides.
Row 15 Join Lime, ch1 (does not count as
st), working in the back loop only, dc in
each st across.
Fasten off and turn.
Row 16 Repeat Row 4 with Cerise.
Row 17 Join Lime, ch3, tr in the next tr,
*skip the next tr, tr in the next tr, tr in
skipped st (crossed tr made)**; repeat from
* 46 more times, tr in the next st (centre st),
repeat from * to ** to the last 2 sts, tr in the
last 2 sts.
Fasten off and turn.
Row 18 Repeat Row 17 with Cerise.
Rows 19-22 Repeat Rows 13-16.
Rows 23-28 Repeat Rows 7-12.
Row 29 Repeat Row 3 with Cerise.
Rows 30-33 Repeat Rows 2-5.
Do not fasten off.
EDGING
Rotate work and htr evenly along the short
side.
Fasten off.
Rejoin and repeat for the other short side.
TO FINISH
Weave in all ends and block to
measurements.
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”I can’t imagine one
part of my creative
work life existing
without the other.”
BREATHE IN, CRAFT OUT
Vickie Howell has taken crafting to a new level with her enthusiasm for making.
or Vickie Howell, memories of learning to
F crochet are wrapped up in the cosy
nostalgia of her childhood. “When I was
eight or nine years old, I made a
doll-sized granny square blanket,” she
says. “My mom – with the patience only a
career schoolteacher could have – guided me
through each step while we watched
episodes of The Bionic Woman and M*A*S*H.
I still have that blanket, which acts as a special
souvenir of my stitcherly beginnings.”
These early crochet tussles were to shape
Vickie’s lifelong attitude towards crafting.
“That experience instilled in me a value in
sharing time and craft with people,” she
says. “Crocheting evokes an openness that
lends itself to community. It’s my passion to
inspire people to be creative and embrace
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GOOD READ
the global community of crafting that the
internet now affords us access to.”
Vickie was also determined to make the
most of every break she got. “After I became
the host of a television show called Knitty
Gritty in 2004, I decided that when the
universe gives that type of opportunity one
should run with it!” she says. “The show
hadn’t even aired before I’d pitched my first
book. From there, I wrote a book or booklet
every year for over a decade. I’m a huge fan
of new media, but there’s still nothing like
holding a physical book filled with great
information and beautiful pictures!”
A PORTFOLIO CAREER
Today, Vickie’s output as an author comprises
more than a dozen titles, including Wee Garter
Stitch, published by Sixth & Spring in April
2016, and Pop Goes Crochet, published by
Lark Books in May 2009. Her presenting
work also goes from strength to strength,
encompassing hosting and producing as well
as guest appearances and, increasingly,
‘webisodes’ – online television shows. In fact,
from writing books and presenting craft
shows to motivational speaking and
teaching, Vickie has so much going on that
we have to ask how they all fit with each other.
“It’s an interesting question, as I can’t
imagine one part of my creative work life
existing without the other,” she says. “In part,
that’s because it’s really difficult to make
a living in the knitting and crochet industry
– and near impossible as an independent
contractor to do this through only one trade,

such as design, writing or vlogging. To have
a viable career in craft, more often than not,
means being a Jane of all crafty trades.”
She thinks for a moment, then adds:
“There’s also for me a fluidity in designing
and creating projects, and then using those
projects to get people talking about knitting
and crochet. In a way, I see the inspiration
and encouragement aspect of what I do as
equally creatively fulfilling as the making
aspect of it. They feed different parts of a
creative whole, if that makes sense.”
As a result, work days can vary greatly
depending on which aspect of the job
Vickie’s working on. “After the kids are off to
school, and if I’m not travelling, then I’m
almost always in my studio working on
pitches, answering emails, writing articles or
blog posts, playing with new yarns or tools,
dreaming up and then making new designs,
recording interviews for my podcast,
CRAFT*ish, or shooting video tutorials. And
when I’m not doing one of those things, I’m
on social media promoting projects and
interacting with the craft community as
much as possible.” Phew!
At the time our interview takes place,
Vickie is in the process of preparing a big
Kickstarter campaign. “It’s for The Knit Show
with Vickie Howell, the first studio quality,
crowd-funded, internationally accessible
episodic knitting and crochet web series,”
Vickie explains. “I’m so excited about the
possibilities that producing this show will
offer for our yarny industry – keep your
hooks crossed for me!”
WORK LIFE BALANCE
Vickie admits that balancing all these
ventures with her home life can be a
challenge. “It’s really important to me that
we as women are honest about that,” she
comments. “There are those days when all
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things work – family and life come together in to her early crochet favourites. “After all of
perfect union – but that’s a rarity. On most these years, I’m still gaga for granny squares!
days, we all just do the best we can, right? I try I’m really into hexagon motifs right now, too.”
to prioritise and fit everything in where and Living in Austin, Texas, Vickie laments that
when I can. This often means fitting in a few it’s “almost always too hot for wearing yarn.
stitches while in the car line to pick up my Because of that, I rarely make sweaters. I prefer
daughter from school, or posting on great layering pieces – funky shawls, chunky
Instagram while grocery shopping.” cowls, slouchy beanies and the like.”
It’s an outlook that Her instinctive
informs many of her approach to design
designs. “I approach
them with the
“IT’S MY PASSION TO INSPIRE PEOPLE has led to a number
of minor disasters,
mindset that we are TO BE CREATIVE AND EMBRACE THE but Vickie remains
all likely to be busy
people, trying to
CRAFTING COMMUNITY. ” unfazed. “They
happen all the time as
balance home, family, I tend to design as I go,
career, or whatever,” she explains. “It’s hard to rather than writing the pattern first,” she says.
find the time to fit creativity into our lives and as “This process leaves a lot of room for mistakes.
a designer, I don’t want to give you one more Sometimes that means ripping out hours of
thing to feel like you’re not going to be able to crocheting when you realise something isn’t
finish. Most of us spend enough of our time working. Other times, something wonderful
feeling behind. I want crocheters to feel a sense and unexpected comes from a mishap, which
of accomplishment and joy over being able to then becomes a design feature!”
produce something cool and wearable, and in When it comes to her crocheting location,
a reasonable amount of time.” “I’ll either work on my designs in the studio or,
As far as aesthetic goes, Vickie’s design if it’s something more time-consuming, I’ll
preferences veer towards strikingly vivid. head down to our living room for a comfier
“I like simple, with a dose of funky. Stripes, cool space where I can binge-watch a show while
angles and a pop of colour are usually my I’m stitching!” Sounds perfect to us!
go-to design elements.” She also remains loyal Written by Judy Darley.
A few of her favourite things
When Vickie puts down her crochet hook...
“I love hanging out with my husband and three kids. To relax, I enjoy
meeting up with friends and drinking wine, reading fiction and
thriller novels and listening to music. I also like checking out
political articles and podcasts. Travel is definitely one of my
passions, but closer to home I also love going to thrift stores, and
watching great movies and television series.”
You can visit Vickie at www.vickiehowell.com
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Sweet on you
Rainbow sprinkles make this delectable doughnut
tunic so fun to stitch. Designed by Frank&Olive.

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 child’s tunic

True to Frank&Olive’s signature playful

EASY style, this design is straightforward and a
PEASY whole lot of fun. It’s a simple cotton tunic
DK 4MM dress for little ones with a yoke that forms
WEIGHT HOOK
a doughnut-style ring around the top.
This tasty little number has a shorter fit,
making it perfect for layering over
YOU WILL NEED colourful leggings. The pattern is sized to
Q Wool and the Gang Shiny fit children aged two to six years and,
Happy Cotton (100% Pima sweet tooth or not, we just doughnut
cotton, 100g/142m), know how you could resist making it.
4 (5: 7) balls of Yarn A Jog Grey
1 ball of Yarn B Ivory White NOTES
2 (3: 3) balls of Yarn C Magic Mint The Yoke of the Tunic is worked in Rows
Q For Sprinkles: Wool and the Gang then joined under the arms.
Crazy Sexy Wool (100% wool, The main skirt of the Tunic is worked using
200g/80m), small amounts of: the amigurumi method. Work in a
Pink Lemonade, Hot Punk Pink, continuous spiral without closing off each
Yellow, Magic Mint & Ivory White round with a slip stitch.
Q A 4mm (US G/6) hook You may find it helpful to place a marker in
Q Stitch marker the first st of each round and move it up as
Q Tapestry needle you work.
Q 1.5 cm button or ribbon to fasten
dress YOKE Straight stitches in different shades of roving
For yarn stockists contact Wool Row 1 (RS) Using Yarn C, ch65 (65: 69), tr yarn form the colourful sprinkles on the yoke.
and the Gang 020 7241 6420 into the fourth ch from the hook and next
www.woolandthegang.com ch, (2tr in next ch, tr in each of the next 3
ch) 15 (15: 16) times, turn. [78 (78: 83) sts] times, turn. [- (153: 163) sts]
TENSION Row 2 (WS) Ch3 (counts as tr throughout),
16 sts and 8 rows to measure tr in each of next 2 tr, (2tr in next tr, tr in Size 6-7 only
10x10cm (4x4in) over tr using a 4mm each of next 4 tr) 15 (15: 16) times, turn. Row 7 Ch3, tr in each st to end, turn.
hook or size needed to obtain [93 (93: 99) sts] Fasten off.
stated tension Row 3 Ch3, tr in each of next 2 tr, (2tr in
next tr, tr in each of next 5 tr) 15 (15: 16) All Sizes
ABBREVIATIONS times, turn. [108 (108: 115) sts] Next row Join Yarn B in first st, ch2 (counts
For a full list, see page 92 Row 4 Ch3, tr in each of next 2 tr, (2tr in as htr), htr in each of next 2 tr, [2htr in next
next tr, tr in each of next 6 tr) 15 (15: 16) tr, htr in each of next 8 (9: 9) tr] 15 (15: 16)
times, turn. [123 (123: 131) sts] times, turn. [153 (168: 179) sts]
Row 5 Ch3, tr in each of next 2 tr, (2tr in Next row Ch2 (counts as htr), htr in each st
next tr, tr in each of next 7 tr) 15 (15: 16) across. Fasten off.
times, turn. [138 (138: 147) sts]
Armhole row (RS) With RS facing, join
Sizes 4-5 and 6-7 only Yarn A in first st, ch3, tr in next 19 (20: 22)
Row 6 Ch3, tr in each of next 2 tr, (2tr in sts, ch6 for the underarm, skip next 37 (42:
31.5 (33.5: 36.5)cm next tr, tr in each of next 8 tr) - (15: 16) 43) sts to create first armhole, tr in each of
12 (13: 14 )in

SIZE YEARS 2-3 4-5 6-7

cm 55 59 63
TO FIT CHEST
in 21 23 24
17 (20 : 23 )in

cm 63 67 73
45 (52: 59)cm

ACTUAL CHEST
in 24 26 28
cm 45 52 59
LENGTH
in 17 20 23
To make this pattern easier to follow, we’ve colour-coded the sizing instructions –
simply follow the relevant column.

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the next 39 (42: 47) sts, ch6 for the SPRINKLES

underarm, skip 37 (42: 43) sts to create the
second armhole, tr in each of last 20 (21:
23) sts, do not turn. [79 (84: 93) tr and 2
ch-6 sps]
SKIRT
Round 1 (RS) (Dc, htr) in the first st to join
in the round, place marker in the first st, 2tr
in each tr across to the first underarm ch, tr
in each ch of ch-6 the underarm, 2tr in
each tr across to the second underarm ch,
dc in each ch of ch-6 the underarm, 2tr in
each st around. [170 (180: 198) sts]
Continue working 1tr in each st around
until the Tunic measures 45 (52: 59)cm, and
then work htr in next st, dc in next st, ss in
next st to finish.
Fasten off and weave in ends.
Using a tapestry needle and a length of the
Sprinkles yarn, stitch sprinkles onto the
Yoke using the image as a guide until it
starts to resemble a delicious iced
doughnut!
FASTENING
To fasten, you can either attach a 1.5cm
button to the back of the dress and simply
use the space between the stitches as a
buttonhole, OR thread a length of pretty
ribbon through the stitches on either side
and tie a bow to tie up the back.

SAVE OR
SPLURGE

For a more budget-friendly make, you could

use the following yarn:
DROPS Love You 5 (100% cotton, 50g/70m)
8 (10: 14) balls of Yarn A Light Grey (112)
2 balls of Yarn B Off White (110)
4 (6: 6) balls of Yarn C (118) Light Blue
For Sprinkles: DROPS Eskimo Uni Colour
(100% wool, 50g/50m), small amounts of
Pastel Pink, Hot Pink, Big Bird Yellow, Pastel
Blue and Off White
For yarn stockists contact
Wool Warehouse 01926 882818
www.woolwarehouse.co.uk

SIMPLE STEPS HOW TO MAKE A TREBLE

1 To work a treble crochet,
start by winding yrh and then
insert the hook under the top
two loops of the stitch on the
previous row.
2 Wrap the yarn around the
hook (yrh), and pull the yarn
through the stitch only.
3 You will now have 3 loops on
the hook. Yrh again, and draw
the yarn through the first 2
loops on the hook.
4 You will now have 2 loops on
the hook. Yrh again, and draw
the yarn through the
remaining 2 loops on the
hook. Your treble crochet will
be complete.

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 Tempting yarn cakes with mesmerising colour changes are the
hottest trend right now. Once we'd stopped swooning over them,
we took a closer look at what makes each gradient yarn so special.

UNIC
How about getting cosy with a 100%
merino wool DK? Bergere describes Unic
as: "Uniquely delicate yarn that’s incredibly
soft and gentle, with colour gradation
throughout the ball." RRP £25 per 200g ball.
www.bergeredefrance.co.uk

MANDALA
Lion Brand gave us the lowdown
on their new gradient acrylic yarn:
"Mandala has a unique self-striping
pattern that ombrés between colour
changes. Each palette is a unique
combination of otherworldly colours,
and each yarn cake has enough
yardage to make a large shawl or baby
blanket." There's been a high demand
for these 150g cakes. Keep an eye
on www.lionbrand.com to find out
when they'll next be available.

CREATIVE COTTON
DEGRADÉ
Ombre-style yarn cakes from Rico have

CANDY SWIRL
caught our eye. The brand told us: "Available
in six colours on a 200g hand-wound ball,
this blend of cotton and acrylic has been
designed to create beautiful light garments This yarn looks set to give stunning
and accessories for summer. The yarn is made stripes. Stylecraft told us: "Candy Swirl
using four 2ply yarns individually dyed, then launches in June and will be supported
spun together to create a delicate colour by six accessory patterns. Each cake of
wash effect from one end of the ball to the yarn is made up of 150g and a whopping
other." RRP £15.99. From June, the yarn will be 442m of premium acrylic DK and retails
available at www.lovecrochet.com at £6.99." www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk

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 CAKES
Caron were first past the post with their aran weight gradient yarn
that launched last summer. Steven McAllister at Caron told us: “The
five-colour combination in each ball creates the most gorgeous
striping effect and each piece you make will be completely unique
depending on your starting point. The colour combinations have
been meticulously researched to ensure they're classic combinations
that won't go out of style. This wool blend yarn makes bespoke
striping a piece of cake.” £10 per 200g at www.hobbycraft.co.uk

COLOURWHEEL
Sirdar say: "We love nothing
more than exploring colour
combinations to create the most
breathtaking yarns! Colourwheel
creates gorgeous blocks of
colour that appear as you
crochet. The effect is incredible."
There are four crochet patterns
available for this yarn. £11.10 per
150g ball. www.sirdar.co.uk

WHIRL
This twisted 4ply is a cool cotton blend.
Scheepjes told us: “The shade names are based
on ice cream flavours as the yarn looks like a
spiralling whirl of ice cream. Each gradient cake
contains six colours, but we’ve added extra
yardage of the first and last colours. This is to
ensure that even if your projects are smaller
than the 1000m of yarn in the cake, you’ll get
the full gradient effect no matter if you start
your cake from the beginning or outer edge.”
RRP £20.99 per 225g ball. www.scheepjes.com

SLYTHERIN GRADIENT
Designer and indie dyer Vicki Brown
has produced a magical merino and
nylon blend 4ply inspired by Harry
Potter. Look out for Hogwarts house
colours, as well as a rainbow colourway,
in her next update. £18 per 100g at
www.vickibrowndesigns.etsy.com
MULI
Budapest-based indie dyer Bilum
exclusively sell hand-dyed gradient cakes
on a variety of beautiful natural bases.
Luxurious Muli is 65% silk, 35% baby camel.
£53.51 per 175g at www.bilum.etsy.com

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

Erinna Lee Jennifer Santos

Aussie designer Erinna has
a dreamy pastel outlook
that we can’t get enough
of. She told us: “My design
aesthetic is kawaii! I love
making things that exude
cuteness. I’m still trapped
in a child’s imagination. The one thing I always
hope to achieve is that my finished creations
will evoke some sort of an emotional reaction.”
Erinna shares her cute creations on Instagram
as @littleaquagirl and sells her patterns in an
Etsy shop she runs with her mother (and fellow
designer) at www.bubblesandbongo.etsy.com
Sweden-based stitcher
Jennifer is the face behind
Super Cute Design. She
says: “Crochet enables me to
live out my creativity. I love
that you can have an idea
of what you want to make
and then be able to create it with just a hook
and some yarn. As I have a huge sweet tooth and
am such a sucker for cute and colourful stuff, I
make lots of yummy rainbow things with happy
faces.” You can find Jennifer’s patterns at www.
supercutedesignshop.etsy.com. She shares her
makes on Instagram as @supercutedesign

Made in association with Designer Yarns. For stockists

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Psst
It’s all about the
detai – don’t
f get the mini
beach ball!
Left: Little Popper the Penguin by Erinna Lee certainly knows how to accessorise – his goggles match his stripy swimming trunks and his froggy
rubber ring helps to keep him afloat. Right: A peek inside Erinna's sketchbook at her original design for Little Popper. So adorable.
Little popper the penguin
Erinna Lee’s happy bird is all set for his
summer holidays, and can’t wait to hit
the pool in his striped trunks, goggles
and accessories. Such a cutie.
Q DY Choice Fruity DK (100% acrylic,
100g/250m), 1 ball of each: Yarn A Bilberry
(03), Yarn B White (02), Yarn C Raspberry
(09), Yarn D Peach (07), Yarn E Lime (05)
and Yarn F Strawberry (10)
Q A 2.5mm (US B/1 or C/2) hook
Q Toy stuffing
Q 5mm black safety eyes for the penguin
Q 3mm black safety eyes for the frog
Q Black embroidery thread
Q Stitch markers
MEASUREMENTS
Penguin is approx 11cm (4 in) tall
NOTES
The Penguin and accessories are worked
using the amigurumi method. Work in a
continuous spiral without closing off each
round with a slip stitch. You may find it
helpful to place a marker in the first st of
each round and move it up as you work.
The Head is worked in two colours. When
changing colour mid-round, twist the ends
of the two colours tog. Pick up the new
colour in the last yrh of the previous st.
Carry the unused strands of yarn along the
top of the sts.
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HEAD
Using Yarn A, make a magic loop.
Round 1 Ch1 (does not count as st), 6dc
into loop. [6 sts]
Round 2 2dc in each dc around. [12 sts]
Round 3 (Dc in next dc, 2dc in next dc)
6 times. [18 sts]
Round 4 (Dc in each of next 2 dc, 2dc in
next dc) 6 times. [24 sts]
Round 5 (Dc in each of next 3 dc, 2dc in
next dc) 6 times. [30 sts]
Round 6 (Dc in each of next 4 dc, 2dc in
next dc) 6 times. [36 sts]
Round 7 (Dc in each of next 5 dc, 2dc in
next dc) 6 times. [42 sts]
Round 8 (Dc in each of next 6 dc, 2dc in
next dc) 6 times. [48 sts]
Rounds 9-10 Dc in each dc around. [48 sts]
Round 11 Dc in each of next 15 dc, change
to Yarn B, dc in each of next 3 dc, change
to Yarn A, dc in each of next 7 dc, change
to Yarn B, dc in each of next 3 dc, change
to Yarn A, dc in each of next 20 dc. [48 sts]
Round 12 Dc in each of next 13 dc, change
to Yarn B, dc in each of next 7 dc, change
to Yarn A, dc in each of next 4 dc, change
to Yarn B, dc in each of next 7 dc, change
to Yarn A, dc in each of next 17 dc. [48 sts]
Round 13 Dc in each of next 12 dc, change
to Yarn B, dc in each of next 9 dc, change
to Yarn A, dc in each of next 2 dc, change
to Yarn B, dc in each of next 9 dc, change
to Yarn A, dc in each of next 16 dc. [48 sts]
Round 14 Dc in each of next 12 dc, change
to Yarn B, dc in each of next 9 dc, change
to Yarn A, dc in each of next 3 dc, change
to Yarn B, dc in each of next 9 dc, change
to Yarn A, dc in each of next 15 dc. [48 sts]
Round 15 Dc in each of next 12 dc, change
to Yarn B, dc in each of next 10 dc, change
to Yarn A, dc in each of next 2 dc, change
to Yarn B, dc in each of next 10 dc, change
to Yarn A, dc in each of next 14 dc. [48 sts]
Round 16 Dc in each of next 12 dc, change
to Yarn B, dc in each of next 22 dc, change
to Yarn A, dc in each of next 14 dc. [48 sts]
Round 17 Dc in each of next 13 dc, change
to Yarn B, dc in each of next 21 dc, change
to Yarn A, dc in each of next 14 dc. [48 sts]
Round 18 Dc in each of next 6 dc, dc2tog,
dc in each of next 6 dc, change to Yarn B,
dc2tog, (dc in each of next 7 dc, dc2tog)
twice, change to Yarn A, (dc in each of next
5 dc, dc2tog) twice. [42 sts]
Round 19 (Dc in each of next 5 dc, dc2tog)
twice, change to Yarn B, (dc in each of next
6 dc, dc2tog) twice, change to Yarn A, (dc
in each of next 4 dc, dc2tog) twice. [36 sts]
Round 20 (Dc in each of next 4 dc, dc2tog)
twice, dc in next dc, change to Yarn B, dc in
each of next 5 dc, dc2tog, dc in each of
next 4 dc, dc2tog, change to Yarn A, (dc in
each of next 3 dc, dc2tog) twice. [30 sts]
Secure the eyes between Rounds 15 and
16, approx 11 sts apart, with the centre part
in Yarn A positioned centrally between the
eyes. Stuff the head with toy stuffing and
continue stuffing as you go.

Clockwise from top left: When you work the feet, be sure to leave a long tail for sewing, photo by Erinna Lee; working in the back loops only of
round 12 of the body creates a waistband for the trunks, photo by Erinna Lee; the goggles are attached at the back only so he can wear them.
Round 21 (Dc in each of next 3 dc, dc2tog)
twice, dc in each of next 2 dc, change to
Yarn B, dc in next dc, dc2tog, dc in each of
next 4 dc, dc2tog, dc in next dc, change to
Yarn A, (dc in each of next 2 dc, dc2tog)
twice. [24 sts]
Round 22 (Dc in each of next 2 dc, dc2tog)
twice, dc in each of next 2 dc, change to
Yarn B, (dc2tog, dc in each of next 2 dc)
twice, change to Yarn A, dc2tog, dc in each
of next 2 dc, dc2tog. [18 sts]
Round 23 Dc in each of next 4 dc, dc2tog,
dc in each of next 2 dc, change to Yarn B, dc
in each of next 2 dc, dc2tog, dc in each of
next 2 dc, change to Yarn A, dc in each of
next 2 dc, dc2tog, ss to first st to join. [15 sts]
Fasten off and weave in ends.
BODY
Using Yarn B, make a magic loop.
Round 1 Ch1 (does not count as st), 8dc
into loop. [8 sts]
Round 2 2dc in each dc around. [16 sts]
Change to Yarn C.
Round 3 (Dc in next dc, 2dc in next dc) 8
times. [24 sts]
Round 4 (Dc in each of next 2 dc, 2dc in
next dc) 8 times. [32 sts]
Change to Yarn B.
Round 5 (Dc in each of next 3 dc, 2dc in
next dc) 8 times. [40 sts]
Round 6 Dc in each dc around.
Change to Yarn C.
Rounds 7-8 Dc in each dc around.
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Change to Yarn B.
Rounds 9-10 Dc in each dc around.
Change to Yarn C.
Round 11 Dc in each dc around.
Round 12 Working in the back loops only,
dc in each dc around.
Change to Yarn A.
Round 13 Dc in each dc around.
Round 14 (Dc in each of next 8 dc, dc2tog)
4 times. [36 sts]
Round 15 (Dc in each of next 4 dc, dc2tog)
6 times. [30 sts]
Round 16 (Dc in each of next 3 dc, dc2tog)
6 times. [24 sts]
Round 17 Dc in each dc around.
Round 18 (Dc in each of next 2 dc, dc2tog)
6 times. [18 sts]
Round 19 (Dc in each of next 4 dc, dc2tog)
3 times, ss to first st to join. [15 sts]
Fasten off, leaving a long tail to sew the
Body to the Head.
Stuff the Body with toy stuffing.
WINGS MAKE 2
Using Yarn A, make a magic loop.
Round 1 Ch1 (does not count as st), 6dc
into loop. [6 sts]
Round 2 (Dc in each of next 2 dc, 2dc in
next dc) twice. [8 sts]
Round 3 (Dc in each of next 3 dc, 2dc in
next dc) twice. [10 sts]
Round 4 (Dc in each of next 4 dc, 2dc in
next dc) twice. [12 sts]
Rounds 5-6 Dc in each dc around.
hook to hook
Round 7 (Dc in next dc, dc2tog) 4 times.
[8 sts]
Round 8 Dc in each dc around. [8 sts]
Flatten the top of each wing.
Working through both layers, dc in each of
next 4 sts to close the opening.
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for sewing
each Wing to the Body.
BEAK
Using Yarn D, make a magic loop.
Round 1 Ch1 (does not count as st), 6dc
into loop. [6 sts]
Round 2 (Dc in each of next 2 dc, 2dc in
next dc) twice. [8 sts]
Flatten the top of the Beak. Working
through both layers, dc in each of next 4
sts to close the opening. Fasten off,
leaving a long tail for sewing to the Head.
FEET MAKE 2
Using Yarn D, ch5.
Round 1 Starting in the 2nd ch from hook,
dc in each of next 3 ch, 3dc in next ch,
working along the other side of the
starting chain, dc in each of next 2 ch, 2dc
in last ch. [10 sts]
Rounds 2-3 Dc in each dc around.
Round 4 (Dc in each of next 3 dc, dc2tog)
twice. [8 sts]
Rounds 5-6 Dc in each dc around.
Round 7 (Dc2tog, dc in each of next 2 dc)
twice, ss to first st to join. [6 sts]
Fasten off, leaving a long tail.
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Left: The Lifesaver Ring and Frog Head are worked separately then sewn together afterwards – make sure you sew the head onto a green stripe.
Right: The Beach Ball is a lovely little accessory worked in only 11 rounds. Pay close attention to the pattern to get the colour changes right.
Using a tapestry needle, thread the tail
through the front loops of all 6 dc, pull the
tail to close.
Insert the needle through the hole and
pull through the Foot bringing the tail out
between Rounds 6 and 7 on one side of
the Foot. This will be used to sew each
Foot to the Body.
LIFESAVER RING
Using Yarn E, ch10.
Round 1 Dc in the first ch to make a ring,
being careful not to twist, dc in each of
next 9 ch. [10 sts]
Rounds 2-7 Dc in each dc around. Change
to Yarn D.
Rounds 8-14 Dc in each dc around.
Stuff the Lifesaver Ring with toy stuffing
and continue stuffing as you go.
Change to Yarn E.
Rounds 15-21 Dc in each dc around.
Change to Yarn D.
Rounds 22-49 Repeat (Rounds 8-21) twice
more.
Change to Yarn D.
Rounds 50-56 Dc in each dc around.
[10 sts]
Change to Yarn E.
Round 57 Dc in each dc around, ss to first
st to join. [10 sts]
Fasten off, leaving a long tail.
Bend Lifesaver Ring into a ring and sew
the ends tog neatly, using the long tail.
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FROG HEAD
Using Yarn E, make a magic loop.
Round 1 Ch1 (does not count as st), 6dc
into loop. [6 sts]
Round 2 2dc in each dc around. [12 sts]
Round 3 (Dc in each of next 3 dc, 2dc in
next dc) 3 times. [15 sts]
Rounds 4-6 Dc in each dc around. [15 sts]
Round 7 (Dc in each of next 3 dc, dc2tog)
3 times. [12 sts]
Round 8 (Dc in next dc, dc2tog) 4 times, ss
to first st to join. [8 sts]
Fasten off, leaving a long tail.
Stuff the Frog Head with toy stuffing.
Using a strand of black embroidery thread,
sew a smile on the Frog’s Head, using the
image as a guide.
FROG EYES
Using Yarn B, make a magic loop.
Round 1 Ch1 (does not count as st), 6dc
into loop. [6 sts]
Round 2 (Dc in each of next 2 dc, 2dc in
next dc) twice, ss to first st to join. [8 sts]
Fasten off, leaving a long tail.
Stuff the Frog Eyes with toy stuffing if
needed.
Insert a 3mm safety eye between Rounds 1
and 2 of each Frog Eye.
GOGGLE LENSES
Using Yarn B, make a magic loop.
Round 1 Ch1 (does not count as st), 6dc
into loop. [6 sts]
Round 2 2dc in each dc around. [12 sts]
Round 3 (Dc in next dc, 2dc in next dc)
6 times. [18 sts]
Change to Yarn C.
Round 4 Working in the front loops only,
dc in each dc around, ss to first st to join.
[18 sts]
Fasten off and weave in ends, leaving 1
tail in Yarn B to sew each Goggle Lens to
the Goggle Band.
GOGGLE BAND
Using Yarn C, ch55.
Row 1 Starting in the 2nd ch from hook,
dc in each of next 54 dc. [54 sts]
Fasten off, leaving a long tail.
BEACH BALL
Using Yarn F, make a magic loop.
Round 1 Ch1 (does not count as st), 6dc
into loop. [6 sts]
Round 2 2dc in each dc around. [12 sts]
Round 3 (Change to Yarn B, dc in next dc,
2dc in next dc, change to Yarn F, dc in next
dc, 2dc in next dc) 3 times. [18 sts]
Round 4 (Change to Yarn B, dc in each of
next 2 dc, 2dc in next dc, change to Yarn F,
dc in each of next 2 dc, 2dc in next dc) 3
times. [24 sts]
Rounds 5-8 (Change to Yarn B, dc in each
of next 4 dc, change to Yarn F, dc in each of
next 4 dc) 3 times. [24 sts]
Round 9 (Change to Yarn B, dc in each of
next 2 dc, dc2tog, change to Yarn F, dc in

Left: A glimpse of Jennifer's ice cream planning sketch and some of her little cute scoops in progress, photograph by Jennifer Santos.
Right: This amigurumi dessert in a bowl is made all the more tempting with the addition of strawberries and cream and a classic ice cream wafer.
each of next 2 dc, dc2tog) 3 times. [18 sts]
Round 10 (Dc in next dc, dc2tog) 6 times.
[12 sts]
Stuff the Beach Ball with toy stuffing and
continue stuffing as you go.
Round 11 (Dc2tog) 6 times, ss to first st to
join. [6 sts]
Fasten off.
Using a tapestry needle, thread the tail
through the front loops of all 6 dc.
Pull the tail to close.
TO MAKE UP
Sew the Body to the Head using whip
stitch. Ensure that the colour change seam
of the Body faces the back.
Each Wing should be sewn to the Body
between Rounds 18 and 19, at the front
approx 6 sts apart.
Attach the Beak to the Head between
Rounds 15 and 16 of the Head between the
Eyes.
The inside of each Foot should be aligned
between Rounds 1 and 2 of the body.
The back of each Foot should be
positioned between Rounds 3 and 4 along
the back half of the Body (image top left,
p59).
Sew just the tops of each Foot to the Body
so that the sts do not show on the bottom
side of each Foot.
Find the middle of the Goggle Band.
Sew each Goggle Lens on either side of
this middle point, 4 sts apart.
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Place the Goggle Band around the Head
and sew the ends of the Goggle Band tog
at the back of the head. If you wish to
secure the Goggles to his Head, sew a few
stitches through the Head as well.
Sew the base of each Frog Eye over Rounds
2-4 on either side of the Frog Head,
ensuring that the safety eyes are facing
forward. Sew the Frog Head to the
Lifesaver Ring to a Lime section of the Ring
away from the join. Slip the Lifesaver Ring
over the Body.
Adorable ice cream
Three smiling scoops of tutti-frutti ice
cream topped with a dollop of cream,
a wafer and a handful of berries – this
is one heck of an amigurumi dessert.
Designed by Jennifer Santos.
Q DY Choice Fruity DK (100% acrylic,
100g/250m), 1 ball of each: Yarn A Bilberry
(03), Yarn B White (02), Yarn C Raspberry
(09), Yarn D Peach (07), Yarn E Lime (05)
and Yarn F Strawberry (10)
Q A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook
Q Toy stuffing
Q Three 8mm black plastic safety eyes
Q Black embroidery thread
Q Stitch markers
Q Small circle of cardboard approx 5cm
(2 in) diameter – the same size as the
internal base of your bowl
hook to hook
MEASUREMENTS
Ice cream bowl measures approx 16x13cm
(6 x5 in)
NOTES
The ice cream is worked using the
amigurumi method. Work in a continuous
spiral without closing off each round with
a slip stitch.
You may find it helpful to place a marker in
the first st of each round and move it up as
you work.
ICE CREAM MAKE 1 EACH IN YARN A,
YARN C AND YARN E
Make a magic loop.
Round 1 Ch1 (does not count as st), 6dc
into loop. [6 sts]
Round 2 2dc in each dc around. [12 sts]
Round 3 (Dc in next dc, 2dc in next dc)
6 times. [18 sts]
Round 4 (Dc in each of next 2 dc, 2dc in
next dc) 6 times. [24 sts]
Round 5 (Dc in each of next 3 dc, 2dc in
next dc) 6 times. [30 sts]
Round 6 (Dc in each of next 4 dc, 2dc in
next dc) 6 times. [36 sts]
Round 7 (Dc in each of next 5 dc, 2dc in
next dc) 6 times. [42 sts]
Rounds 8-15 Dc in each dc around.
Round 16 (Dc in each of next 5 dc, dc2tog)
6 times. [36 sts]
Round 17 Working in front loops only, 4htr
in first st, ss in next st, *4htr in next st, ss in
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Left: Those amazing ice cream expressions are what makes this project so darn cute – refer to this image when you come to stitch on the faces.
Right: As it's worked in a spiral, the stripe on the ice cream bowl will have a jog – keep this to the back of your work for a neat finish.
next st; repeat from * around.
Do not fasten off.
FACES
Attach 2 safety eyes, approx 6 sts apart,
between Rounds 11 and 12 of the Bilberry
Ice Cream. Embroider a smile in Round 12
between the eyes.
Attach 1 safety eye between Rounds 11
and 12 of the Raspberry Ice Cream.
Embroider a winking eye approx 6 sts away
over Rounds 11 and 12 and a smile in
Round 12 between the eyes.
Embroider 2 sleeping eyes approx 6 sts
apart over Rounds 11 and 12 and a smile in
Round 12 between the eyes on the Lime
Ice Cream.
Using Yarn E, embroider cheeks onto all Ice
Creams either side and below the eyes,
using the image as a guide.
Round 18 Working in back loops only of
Round 16, (Dc in each of next 4 dc, dc2tog)
6 times. [30 sts]
Round 19 (Dc in each of next 3 dc, dc2tog)
6 times. [24 sts]
Round 20 (Dc in each of next 2 dc, dc2tog)
6 times. [18 sts]
Stuff the Ice Cream and continue to stuff
as you go.
Round 21 (Dc in next dc, dc2tog) 6 times.
[12 sts]
Round 22 (Dc2tog) 6 times. [6 sts]
Fasten off leaving a long tail.
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at the back, too!
Weave tail through last 6 sts and leave for
sewing.
BOWL
Using Yarn B, make a magic loop.
Rounds 1-7 Work as Rounds 1-7 of Ice
Cream. [42 sts]
Round 8 Working in back loops only, dc in
each st around.
Rounds 9-10 Dc in each dc around.
Round 11 (Dc in each of next 6 dc, 2dc in
next dc) 6 times. [48 sts]
Rounds 13-15 Dc in each dc around.
Round 16 (Dc in each of next 7 dc, 2dc in
next dc) 6 times. [54 sts]
Round 17 Dc in each dc around.
Change to Yarn A, do not fasten off Yarn B.
Round 18 Dc in each dc around.
Change back to Yarn B.
Fasten off Yarn A.
Round 19 Dc in each dc around.
Round 20 (Dc in each of next 8 dc, 2dc
in next dc) 6 times, turn without closing
round. [60 sts]
Round 21 (WS) With the opening of the
Bowl facing you and working into the back
loops only, 4htr in first st, skip next st, ss to
next st, skip next st, *4htr in next st, skip
next st, ss in next st, skip next st; repeat
from * around, turn without closing round.
Trim cardboard to fit internal base of bowl
and place inside.
Round 22 (RS) Working in remaining
unworked loops of Round 20, (dc in each of
next 8 dc, dc2tog) 6 times. [54 sts]
Round 23 (Dc in each of next 7 dc, dc2tog)
6 times. [48 sts]
Round 24 (Dc in each of next 6 dc, dc2tog)
6 times. [42 sts]
Round 25 (Dc in each of next 5 dc, dc2tog)
6 times. [36 sts]
Round 26 (Dc in each of next 4 dc, dc2tog)
6 times. [30 sts]
Round 27 (Dc in each of next 3 dc, dc2tog)
6 times. [24 sts]
Stuff the Bowl and continue to stuff as you
go.
Round 28 (Dc in each of next 2 dc, dc2tog)
6 times. [18 sts]
Round 29 (Dc in next dc, dc2tog) 6 times.
[12 sts]
Round 30 (Dc2tog) 6 times. [6 sts]
Fasten off leaving a long tail.
Weave tail through last 6 sts and weave in
ends.
FROSTING
Using Yarn B, make a magic loop.
Rounds 1-7 Work as Rounds 1-5 of Ice
Cream. [42 sts]
Round 6 *4tr in next st, skip next st, ss in
next st, skip next st, 4dc in next st, skip
next st; repeat from * around.
Fasten off leaving a long tail.
WAFFLE MAKE 2
Worked back and forth in rows.
Using Yarn D, ch2.
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Clockwise from top left: Even the ice cream bowl has pretty details – a scallopped rim and a single blue stripe; take time to stitch on little
blushing cheeks on each of the ice cream scoops; there are five strawberries – two at the front, two at the back and one on top.

Row 1 2dc in second ch from hook, turn.
[2 sts]
Row 2 Ch1 (does not count as st
throughout), 2dc each dc across, turn.
[4 sts]
Row 3 Ch1, dc in each dc across, turn.
Row 4 Ch1, 2dc in first st, dc in each st
across to last st, 2dc in last st, turn. [6 dc]
Row 5 Ch1, dc each dc across, turn.
Rows 6-13 Repeat (Rows 4-5) four more
times. [14 sts]
Row 14 Ch1, dc in each dc across, turn.
Rows 15-16 Repeat (Rows 4-5) once more.
[16 sts]
Rows 17-18 Ch1, dc in each dc across, turn.
Fasten off the first, do not fasten off the
second.
Holding both Waffles RS facing out, dc
evenly around the edge working through
both pieces.
STRAWBERRY LEAF MAKE 5 Pin two Strawberries next to each other at
Using Yarn E, make a magic loop, keeping the front and two at the back of the bowl
the loop loose. between the bottom Ice Creams.
Round 1 *Ch3, dc in second ch from hook, Pin the Waffle to the back of the bowl and
(dc, ss) into loop; repeat from * four more to one side and sew in place.
times.
Fasten off leaving a long tail. For stockist details contact Designer
Using the long tail, sew the Leaf on to the Yarns www.designeryarns.uk.com or
Strawberry. call 01535 664222.
TO MAKE UP
Using the image as a guide, pin the Ice
Creams into place and sew securely onto
the Bowl.
Sew the Frosting on top of the top Ice
Cream.
Pin one Strawberry on top of the Frosting
and sew in place.

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Discove r a n ew stitch and how to use it in every
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BASIC TEXTURED WAVE STITCH PATTERN
For the Headband, ch a multiple of 9 plus 6
(we used 24 ch for the sample).
For the Wristbands, ch a multiple of 9 plus 2
and omit the last 4 sts of the Row 1 pattern
below.
ch. If you are starting with a htr, ch2 as a
turning ch. The turning ch do not count as
stitches:
Row 2 Htr in each htr and ss in each ss, turn.
Row 3 Ss in each htr and htr in each ss, turn.
Row 4 Ss in each ss and htr in each htr, turn.

T n the page f
Row 1 (RS) Htr in third ch from hook (skipped Row 5 Htr in each ss and ss in each htr, turn.
ch do not count as st), htr in each of next 3 Rows 2-5 set pattern.

m e eative ide to
ch, ss in each of next 5 ch, (4htr, 5ss) repeat to Repeat Rows 2-5 as many times as stated in
last 4 sts, htr in each of last 4 sts, turn. pattern.
Work in back loops only from now on. If you
are starting the row with a ss, ch1 as a turning Patterns by Rebecca Aldridge. e th patt n
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Tiebreaker Headband
For keeping your tresses in check on and
off the court, you’ll love this stretchy
headband. We’re thinking about making
a bunch of them in different colours.
That’s what the champs do, right?
Q Katia Cotton Stretch
(87% cotton, 13% polyester, 50g/170m),
1 ball of each:
Yarn A White (1)
Yarn B Royal Blue (21)
For yarn stockists, contact
LoveCrochet 0845 544 2196
www.lovecrochet.com
WRISTBAND 1
Using Yarn A, ch47.
Work Rows 1-5 of Basic Stitch Pattern,
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for seaming.
Seam the short ends together, weave in
ends.
alternating yarn colours on every row.
Continue alternating colours and WRIST BAND 2
repeating Rows 2-5 of Stitch Pattern until Work as for Wrist Band 1, but alternate
you have a total of 10 rows. colours every second row.
Headband Wristband
5 5

Repeat
4

Repeat
Q A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook
4

TENSION 3 3
22 sts and 21 rows to measure 10x10cm
(4x4in) over pattern using a 3.5mm hook 2 2

1 1
MEASUREMENTS
Headband measures 25x5cm (9 x2in)
before seaming
Repeat Repeat
Key
NOTE
Only 26g of yarn in total was used to make Slip stitch (ss) Work in back loop only
1 headband and 2 wristbands.
Chain (ch) Half treble crochet (htr)
HEADBAND
Using Yarn A, ch105.
Work in Basic Stitch Pattern, working from
Rows 1-5 in Yarn A, then repeating Rows
2-5 of stitch pattern, work 2 rows in Yarn B
and 5 rows in Yarn A.
Fasten off, leaving a long tail for seaming.
Seam the short ends together, weave in
ends.

Match point wristbands

You don’t need a matching set to win a
match – just think of these two as mixed
doubles. This project is an easy way to
play with colour changes in wave stitch.
Q Katia Cotton Stretch (87% cotton, 13%
polyester, 50g/170m), 1 ball of each:
Yarn A White (1)
Yarn B Royal Blue (21)
Q A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook

TENSION
22 sts and 21 rows to measure 10x10cm
(4x4in) over pattern using a 3.5mm hook

MEASUREMENTS
Wristband measures 18x5cm (7x2in) before Using two contrasting colours is the best way to highlight the gorgeous texture of this wave
seaming stitch pattern. We’ve gone for a simple sporty palette, but the choice is yours. Game on.

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at Scheepjes
We spend a day with Scheepjes’ creative director
Simy Somer, talking bloggers, rebranding, CALs and
more – all the ingredients that help the brand thrive.

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or 22 years, Scheepjeswol yarns
mostly disappeared from public view,
only returning to the international
stage in 2010. “Although it probably seems
like a hiatus, production did continue,”
explains the company’s creative director
Simy Somer. “We mainly focused on our
home market within the Benelux – an area
comprising Belgium, the Netherlands, and
Luxembourg – but a little over five years ago
we took a long hard look at the brand and
how we wanted to move it forward.”
This change is reflected in Scheepjes’ new
tagline: Inspiration In Every Ball of Yarn. With
a freshly defined focus of targeting a new
generation of crafters and inspiring a more
international audience, Simy and her team
rebranded from Scheepjeswol to Scheepjes,
giving the brand a complete makeover.
“The yarns received new ball bands and
logos, a new website and social media pages
followed, then an array of new yarns, colours
and qualities. The
latest step has been
the introduction of “Our bloggers
our biannual YARN
bookazine and After offer us
Party booklets,
introducing a new insight into
style of photography
and styling for the
company, giving us
the minds
a distinct identity.”
A key part of the
of today’s
process involved
organising
crafters.”
Scheepjes’ yarns into a more crafter-friendly
three-tier label system. “This means we have
a yarn to suit most pockets,” says Simy. “Our
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Opposite: Simy choosing yarn
colours. This page: the 2017
Hyyge CAL, worked in Simy’s
Danish Mermaid colourway.
black label yarns are for those on a smaller
budget but who are seeking quality yarns at a
good price. The Kraft label yarns are for the
more creative crafters who require a larger
colour range. Our white labels offer more
luxurious yarns, often with unusual fibres such
as alpaca or silk.
“Scheepjes offers everything from cotton
to silk blended yarns. We tend to work more
with blends, as we think carefully about the
properties of our yarns and always consider
their softness and workability. Blending fibres
enables us to have the look and strength of a
linen yarn with the softness of a cotton yarn,
for example. We do, however, have a great
range of pure cotton yarns.” As crocheters, this
wide range of fibres is music to our ears.
G E T T I N G C H AT T Y W I T H I T
As Scheepjes expanded its range beyond crafting community. We wanted to connect
yarn to include haberdashery treasures such with that and felt that enlisting the help of
as fabulous arrays of buttons, it also became active craft bloggers was the key.”
much more proactive The bloggers, who include Dedri Uys of
about engaging with
customers and yarn
www.lookatwhatimade.net and Nerissa
Muijs of www.missneriss.com, contribute
lovers, and a vital tactic
was introducing a team
enormously to the company’s success.
“Our bloggers are a crucial part of the
of creative Scheepjes team,” says Simy. “They offer us insight into
crochet bloggers who the mind of today’s crafters and give our
are passionate about products a story, life, meaning and use.”
yarn. “We were keen
to target a younger
For Simy, joining the Scheepjes work force
came about as naturally as reaching for
generation of crafters
through social media,
hooks and yarn. “Scheepjes is a family
business, and as a member of the family I’ve
and blogging is
inherent to this new
always been around,” she laughs. “However, I
took a more central role when we rebranded,
generation,” says Simy. “Sharing ideas and becoming Scheepjes’ Creative Director.”
inspiration, pictures of works-in-progress Taking on this role offered Simy a chance for
and showing off finished projects is the new a somewhat holistic approach to developing
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 Clockwise from left: Simy gets hooking
with Alpaca Rhythm; Scheepjes
Stonewashed yarn, ready to go;
scrummy shades of Scheepjes Catona.

the brand. “I enjoy working with creative popular it will be until launch day. There is with a quick glance through our social media
people – their energy and vision inspires me,” always a huge sigh of relief and then an and filtering through my inbox.” The first drink
she explains. “This role enables me to draw overwhelming feeling of satisfaction that of the day is “tea, always tea… preferably with
from a wide range of skills, knowledge and comes after a project or product launch.” a stroopwafel, a traditional treat in the
contacts that I have within this industry, select The company’s CALs allow Simy’s design Netherlands! Here in Holland we really enjoy
talented designers, photographers, stylists and skills come to the forefront as well as offering our fruit teas – my current favourite is
graphic artists, and her the chance to raspberry and pomegranate.”
pull them all indulge in some Simy’s studio at the Scheepjes warehouse,
together to best
serve our brand.
“We worked for crochet time of her
own. In a blog post at
is, she enthuses, “an Aladdin’s cave! There’s
inspiration in every corner, whether it’s a jar of
There’s really never
a dull moment
almost a year www.simysstudio.com
this February, while
new buttons or swatches of fabric. It’s a little
chaotic, but it’s organised chaos.”
in this job!”
With some truly
preparing this preparing for the
Hygge CAL, Simy wrote:
There’s plenty of natural light in the studio
and a friendly laidback atmosphere, “which is
talented bloggers
on board, CALs (or
year’s Hygge “In between all the fuss,
I’ve been sneaking
conducive to creativity,” says Simy. “I like to
bring in things that inspire me from home
crochet-alongs),
were the obvious
crochet-along.” away for the odd half
hour here and there for
and especially from my garden, such as
flowers or a potted plant.”
next stage, creating a little ‘Hygge Time’ of Social media and emails checked, tea
a community feel everyone is welcome to join. my own, to catch my breath and finish my sipped and surroundings revelled in, the
“One of the most satisfying things I feel is Danish Mermaid wrap.” This is a work of art, remainder of Simy’s work day can vary
when I see a project come to fruition and be using delicious yarn shades that offer the enormously. “It can include anything from
embraced by our consumers,” says Simy. “This sense of sunshine on waves. overseeing a photoshoot, to project
year’s Danish-themed Hygge CAL is a prime managing a pattern or meeting with
example. I worked with the designer Kirsten A D AY I N T H E L I F E customers,” says Simy. “ In the morning, I
Ballering for almost a year preparing this An average work day for Simy is wonderfully might be choosing 60 colours for a new yarn
project and you never really know how varied. “Mostly I start work at around 8am, we plan to introduce and in the afternoon I

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might be doing an interview with a magazine. yet share them. “We have lots and lots of plans
The two things I do always try to fit into each for Scheepjes and Simy’s Studio, but if I told
day are some time to browse social media and you, I’d have to shoot you,” she says, grinning.
time to connect with our bloggers. I feel that “What I can tell you is that last year we
these two things are important to keeping our introduced the first of Simy’s Studio products
brand rooted with crafters, current and (an embroidery kit) and we hope to build on
connected to the huge crafting community that to produce a Simy’s Studio range. I’ll also
we aim to please.” be working more on the studio blog,
Unsurprisingly, Simy’s biggest challenge is developing my audience and reaching out to
time, or rather, the lack of it. “There’s never the crafting community.”
enough time to squeeze everything in that It’s clear that the Scheepjes family has
needs to be done,” she laments. However, this no interest in sitting still. “We’re constantly
is only natural, she agrees, in a job where there reviewing our products and I can tell you
is so much joy to be found, both in the that the future will be filled with colour,
devising, production and selling of wares, and community and yarn, lots of yarn...”
in the experiences reported by Scheepjes’ Written by Judy Darley
countless loyal customers worldwide. Learn more at www.scheepjes.com and find
Another area of satisfaction comes from Simy blogging at www.simysstudio.com
seeing the positive impact a new yarn or
pattern produced by Scheepjes can bring to
someone’s life. “We all have busy lives, we all
have stresses either at work or home, and
when a kit, a CAL or even a new yarn can
distract someone and light up their faces for
a short time, that’s a good feeling.”
Colour ripples throughout Simy’s work, and
this is something she especially enjoys. “I work
very hard on pulling together the Scheepjes
colour ranges to make sure several shades
from a range can work together,” she says.
“I get inspiration from many places, but there’s
always a little worry in the back of my mind
until the sample balls arrive in the studio.
When you finally see your colours as little balls
of yarn it feels very satisfying, knowing that
those hours and hours selecting and
reselecting colours were worth it.”
Plans for the future are constantly buzzing
around Simy’s head, but frustratingly she can’t

Left: all about the colour – Scheepjes

Secret Garden. This image: Simy gets
organised in the studio. Above: a
glimpse of Scheepjes haberdashery.

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Best foot forward

Take things up a notch in the style stakes with these
gladiator sandals designed by Matt Spiers.

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A BIT
TRICKY
4PLY 2.5MM
WEIGHT HOOK
YOU WILL NEED
Q DMC Natura Just Cotton
(100% cotton, 50g/155m),
1 ball of Ibiza (01)
Q A 2.5mm (US B/1 or C/2) hook
Q A pair of sandals with a central
loop or bar that can be used to
attach the crochet to
Q Stitch markers
For yarn stockists contact
DMC 0116 275 4000
www.dmc.com
MEASUREMENTS
Each two-leaf motif measures
approximately 7x3cm (2 x1 in)
Each complete piece measures
approximately 27x11cm (10 x4 in)
including lace loops
ABBREVIATIONS
For a full list, see page 92
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Put a crochet spin on the current trend for
statement sandals with this gorgeous DIY
embellished pair. The cleverly-linked
motifs and chained laces with tassels
make for showstopping footwear. You’ll
just need a pair of strappy sandals with a
central ring to attach the crochet to. Flat
sandals g ve the perfect boho-chic vibe,
but heels will work just as well if that’s
more your style. Match the colour of your
sandals to the crochet for a co-ordinating
look, or glam it up with silver or gold.
NOTES
Only turn when specifically told, otherwise
RS should always be facing. See Chart on
p75. Numbers of motifs are given for each
sandal, so you will need to repeat the
motifs made for the second sandal.
TWO LEAF MOTIF MAKE 8
Ch26.
Row 1 (RS) Starting in second ch from
hook, *dc in next 2 ch (place marker in first
of these 2 dc), (2dc in next ch, dc in next
ch) twice, ch5, ss in top of last dc made, (dc
in next ch, 2dc in next ch) twice, dc in next
2 ch, ss in marked st**, ch1, skip 1 ch;
repeat from * to **, ss into first dc of Row 1,
ch5, turn, skip ss at base of chains and ss
into next ss (the last ss of second repeated
section). Fasten off and weave in all ends.
INITIAL JOINING OVAL MAKE 1
Oval joins two of the Two-Leaf Motifs.
Ch24, ss in first ch to make a ring, being
careful not to twist the ch.
Round 1 (RS) Ch1, dc in next ch, 2dc in
next ch, *ch1, turn, with WS facing (of both
the Oval and the Two Leaf Motif), ss into
ch-5 loop at top leaf of first Two-Leaf Motif,
ch1, turn so RS facing, ss in top of last dc
made**, (dc in next 2 ch, 2dc in next ch)
twice, dc in next 2 ch, repeat from * to **
working into ch-5 loop on bottom leaf of
first two-leaf motif, 2dc in next ch, dc in
next 2 ch, 2dc in next ch, repeat from * to
** working into ch-5 loop on bottom leaf
of second Two-Leaf Motif, (dc in next 2 ch,
2dc in next ch) twice, dc in next 2 ch,
repeat from * to ** working into ch-5 loop
on top leaf of second Two-Leaf Motif, 2dc
in next ch, dc in next ch, ss in first dc.
Fasten off and weave in all ends.
SECOND JOINING OVAL MAKE 3
Work as Initial Joining Oval, but on the first
and the last joins of the Oval, join also into
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the ch-5 loops at the bottom of the first

section made (see Chart).

SANDAL JOIN OVAL MAKE 1

Work as for Initial Joining Oval, but skip the
first and last set of joins.
On the other two joins, join also to the ch-5
loops of the last section made (see Chart),
do not fasten off, turn.
Row 2 Ch1, dc into each of the last two
stitches, inserting the hook into the loop of
the sandal at the same time to join.
Fasten off and weave in ends.

LACES MAKE 2
You can test if you need to adjust this
length by lacing up the sandals with a
single piece of yarn first, allowing excess
for tying a bow/knot.
Row 1 Leaving a starting tail of
approximately 15cm, ch400 (or as many
Put a swing in your step! These pretty
chains as required for a length of around tassel caps are fun and easy to make
1.5m. and add the perfect carefree touch.
Fasten off, leaving a tail of approximately
15cm.
With WS facing, thread a lace through the
two ch-5 loops of bottom motif nearest to Chart
sandal (you may find it easier if you use
5 5
your hook to pull the lace through the S
loop), then evenly lace up crossing over
each time.
Initial
1

Joining Oval S2
5
TASSEL CAP MAKE 4
2 5
Ch4, ss in first ch to make a ring. S
1

Round 1 Ch1 (does not count as st

throughout), 8dc into ring, ss into first dc. Two Leaf Motif
[8 sts]
5 5
Round 2 Ch1, dc in each st around, ss into JOIN JOIN
5 5
first dc. [8 sts]
Round 3 Ch1, *dc in next 2 sts, dc2tog*
repeat twice, ss into first dc. [6 sts]
Fasten off and weave in all ends. Second
5 Joining Oval x3
5
Key
Thread the Tassel Caps onto the ends of
the Laces so that the open end faces the
Slip stitch (ss)
end of the lace.
5 JOIN JOIN
Joining slip stitch
5
TASSEL MAKE 4 Work ss through both loops
Cut five 20cm lengths of yarn. joined by dotted line
Fold the lengths in half together.
Chain (ch)
Use the tail of the Lace to tie the Tassels at Sandal Join
Oval
the fold as close to the end of the chain Double crochet (dc)
length as possible. 2dc in one stitch
Slip the Tassel Cap down over the knot.
5 Ch-5 space
S
Trim the Tassel so that it measures 3cm
from the bottom of the Tassel Cap, and use Sandal ring S Starting point
a needle to split and fray the Tassel Direction of work
threads.

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L in e n y a r ns
atural fibres for summer
o o l b lends and n makes
C .
LEAF MOTIF
Ch17. Dc in second ch from hook and in each ch
to end, turn (forms stalk). [16 dc]
ROW 1 Ss into first 2 dc, ch1, ss into ch just
made, ss into next dc of stalk, *ch2, ss into
each ch back towards stalk, ss in next st of
stalk; rep from *, increasing the number of ch
worked by 1 each time, until you have

bile
completed a 5-ch length, (ch6, ss in each ch

a m o
Make leav
and next st of stalk) 4 times, ch5, ss in each ch
and next st of stalk. Ss across back of stalk to

of l i n e n
other side and repeat Row 1 in reverse order to
match, working in opposite side of foundation
ch. FASTEN OFF and weave in ends.
 Yarn reviews
Knitpicks Cotlin Stolen Stitches Nua
WEIGHT DK WEIGHT DK
CONTENT 70% tanguis CONTENT 60 % merino,
cotton, 30% linen 20% yak, 20% linen
BALL 50g/112m SKEIN 50g/140m
HOOK 3.75-4.5mm HOOK 3.5-4mm
RRP £2.69 RRP £8.50

CotLin may look like your
everyday cotton DK to the
untrained eye, but peer a little
closer and you’ll see those fine
linen fibres woven through the
yarn. Tanguis is a Peruvian
cotton favoured for its
consistency and regularity. This
makes a lot of sense when you
clock the smooth finish and
fantastic stitch definition.
Teamed with linen, the Tanguis
cotton results in a light, cool,
hard-wearing yarn that’s ideal
for making bags, shawls or
amigurumi toys. Choose from
34 stylish solid shades.
www.knitpicks.com
Irish knitwear designer Carol
Feller (www.stolenstitches.com)
has teamed up with Jeni from
Fyberspates and Andy of
Chester Wools to produce this
unique, bouncy DK. Merino, yak
and linen is such an unusual
fibre combination that we just
had to try it for ourselves. Each
of the fibres brings a different
quality to the yarn – merino
wool for squishiness, yak for
soft silkiness and linen for
durability. Nua comes in a
sophisticated palette of 10
imaginatively-named shades.
www.purlescence.co.uk
01865 600330

DROPS Belle Scheepjes Linen soft

WEIGHT DK WEIGHT DK
CONTENT 53% cotton, CONTENT 27% linen,
33% viscose, 14% linen 47% cotton, 26% acrylic
BALL 50g/120m BALL 50g/135m
HOOK 4mm HOOK 3.5mm
RRP £1.65 RRP £3.19

Four cotton blend strands are
plied loosely together with two
linen strands to make up this
cool, summery DK from DROPS.
This method of construction
gives Belle gentle drape, a more
rustic texture and a subtle
two-tone appearance. As it’s so
reasonably priced, it’s ideal for
stitching larger projects such as
blankets or garments – that’s
where that lovely drape will
come into its own, too. There
are 20 shades to choose from,
including pretty pastels,
neutrals and denim tones.
www.woolwarehouse.co.uk
01926 882818
Linen Soft feels rather firm at
first touch, but it will continue
to soften as it’s worked and
washed, resulting in a pleasant,
wearable yarn that’s easy to
hook. It comes in a choice of
33 bird-inspired shades,
named as Heron for neutrals,
Hummingbird for brights and
Peacock for jewel tones.
Scheepjes have also released
a cardigan design in this yarn
– find the Linen and Lace
pattern by Annelies Baes in
the Yarn the After Party n 01
booklet up on Ravelry or the
Scheepjes website.
www.scheepjes.com

Schoppel El Linio DMC Natura Linen

WEIGHT DK WEIGHT DK
CONTENT 100% linen CONTENT 58% linen,
BALL 50g/150m 26% viscose, 16% cotton
HOOK 5mm BALL 50g/150m
RRP £5.90 HOOK 3mm
RRP £4.50

Did you know that a lot of
German brand Schoppel’s yarns
are dyed by hand? The painted
effect in El Linio gives it an
intriguing semi-solid look. Take
your pick from 12 tonally
variegated colourways, each
with beautiful depth. El Linio’s
chainette construction really
makes the most of the natural
fibre, transforming 100% linen
into a stylish, skinny ribbon
tape yarn that’s crisp, light and
glides over the hook with ease.
The linen fibres will continue
to soften as they’re washed and
worn. Perfect for summer.
www.schoppel-wolle.de/en
DMC have added an exciting
new addition to their popular
Natura range – a beautiful linen
blend. It’s a very fine yarn, at
the lighter end of the DK scale
in weight, with a thick ‘n’ thin
twine texture. The high linen
content and structure gives it a
fairly rustic finish – think wispy
linen fibres and soft cottony
slubs – which will add a lovely
tactile element to your makes.
The yarn’s available in 12 soft
shades that all work really well
together. We’d love to stitch a
summery top in Natura Linen.
www.dmc.com
0116 275 4000

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HOW TO INCREASE AND DECREASE IN FILET CROCHET.
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Filet crochet is a simple, mesh-based technique that

has huge creative potential and flexibility. We’ve
previously explained the basics of filet crochet (back
in issue 32), but there’s a quick reminder below. It
might seem scary, but increasing and decreasing in
filet crochet is simpler and easier than you might
think, using simple techniques in clever ways. You’ll
only need to work easy-peasy chains and double or
triple treble stitches to master filet shaping – it all
comes down to how you combine them. Once you
know how to do it, you’ll be able to work all sorts of
interesting filet crochet patterns, including shaped
garments and motifs.
Filet crochet is considered one of the more
traditional crochet techniques, associated with table
coverings and threadwork, but with exciting yarn
shades and contemporary shapes, you can create

Ag n Ly m Ti 3 something really fresh and original. Turn to p83

to make Becky Skuse’s pretty dragonfly motif.

what is filet crochet?

A quick reminder of the basics.
Filet crochet is based on a simple mesh, with the fabric made up of
treble stitches separated by chains. The mesh can be formed with
either 1 chain or 2 chains between the trebles.
The mesh forms squares and while you’re working, you can either
leave the squares open by working chains between the trebles (these
are called spaces) or you can fill in the squares by working more
trebles (these are called blocks). You can use the combination of
spaces and blocks to form patterns, images and lettering. Remember
that adjacent squares share the outer trebles of the filet mesh.
Many filet crochet patterns use a chart (as below) rather than fully
written-out text instructions, where empty squares represent spaces
and dotted squares represent blocks. This saves space and makes filet
patterns really easy to follow, whatever your language, and much
simpler to work for left-handed crocheters.

Space

Block

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how do i decrease in filet crochet?
Reducing filet squares is very simple.
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01 01 02

Decreasing the number of filet squares in
your fabric is pretty straightforward, so
give this a go first. The simplest filet
decrease happens at the end of a row.
Step 1 Just work the number of squares you
want to and stop, leaving squares unworked
as desired. Then turn and work the next row,
starting with the turning chain. Easy.
There are a number of different ways to
decrease at the start of a row, which vary
in their complexity. The simplest method
is to use slip stitches, as follows.
Step 1 Complete the previous row and turn
as usual. Ch1 and then slip stitch into the top
of the next stitch and into as many stitches as
you need to reach the place where you want
to start the next row.
Step 2 Then you can just make your turning
chain and work the next row.
Once you’ve mastered this technique, you
could try some of the more creative decrease
techniques, which involve making part
stitches (for a block) or a long stitch (for a
space) to form the last stitch(es), which leaves
your hook in a better position to start the
next row.

how do I increase at the start of a row?

Adding filet squares is easy when you know how.

Increasing the number of filet crochet
squares in your fabric is a slightly
lengthier process, but it’s still pretty
easy to do. The simplest increase
happens at the start of a row. Whether
you’re increasing by just one square
or five squares, the basic technique
remains the same.
Step 1 Work to the end of the previous
row, then work a length of chain to act as
a foundation chain for the new squares.
If you’re working a filet mesh made up of
trebles separated by 1ch, you’ll need to
work an extra 2ch for each new square
you want to add, plus an extra 2ch to
complete the turning chain. For example,
if you’re increasing by one square, you’ll
need to ch4; to increase by three squares,
just ch8.
If you’re working a filet crochet mesh
made up of trebles separated by 2ch, it’s
slightly different. Instead you’ll need to
work an extra 3ch for each new square
that you want to add, plus an extra 2ch to
complete the turning chain. For example,
if you’re intending to increase by one
square, you’ll need to ch5; to increase by
three squares, just ch11.
In this guide, we’ve worked a filet mesh
made up of trebles separated by 1ch, so
we worked ch4 to increase by one square.
Complete the previous row and turn as
usual. Ch1 and then slip stitch into the top
of the next stitch and into as many
stitches as you need to reach the place
where you want to start the next row. 01
Step 2 On the chain length you just made,
the first 3ch will count as the first treble,
so you’ll then need to either ch1 or work a
treble into the 4th chain from the hook,
depending on whether you want the first
square to be a space or a block – we
worked a treble.
If you’re working a filet mesh made up
of trebles separated by 2ch, work another
ch or tr into the next chain. Then treble
into the next stitch to complete the first
new square, and so on to form the new 02
filet squares.

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how do i increase at the end of a row?
Get creative with shaping in filet crochet...
Once you reach the end of a row, increasing
squares can be a little more of a challenge,
but there are a number of nifty solutions,
depending on whether the square is a block
or a space. Try this method.
Step 1 At the end of the row, work the last
stitch into the top of the turning chain on the
row below. If your next square is a block,
follow Steps 2 and 3. If your next square is a
space, go straight to Step 4.
Step 2 If your next square is a block, work a
double treble stitch into the same space as
you worked the previous stitch – this will be
into the top of the turning chain on the
row below.
Step 3 Now work another double treble
stitch into the side of the first dtr you made
– start by working yrh twice and then insert
the hook near the bottom of the post of the
first dtr, approx one chain width up from the
base. Finish the stitch as usual. If you’re not
sure where to insert the hook, just try one
place and see how it looks – if it’s not right,
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try again further up or down the post of the (as shown), working into the side of the
dtr until you’ve made a square shape. If previous stitch. Work 1ch and trtr or 2ch
you’re working a filet mesh made up of and qtr (as described in Step 5) to form
trebles separated by 1ch, this will complete another space.
your first new square block. If you’re working
a filet mesh made up of trebles separated by Alternatively, if you’re familiar with working
2ch, you’ll need to work another dtr in the crochet foundation rows, you can use this
same way to complete the block. technique to form new blocks, working 2ftr
Step 4 Alternatively, if your next square is a or 3ftr into the last st on the row below.
space and not a block, skip Steps 2 and 3.
Instead, go ahead and ch1 or ch2 if you’re
working the wider filet mesh.
Step 5 Then work a triple treble stitch into
the same space as you worked the previous
stitch – this will be into the top of the turning
chain on the row below. This will create
crochet lines that look like the foundation
chain and the next treble. (If you’re working
a filet mesh made up of trebles separated by
2ch, you’ll need to work a quadruple treble
instead.)
Step 6 If you need to increase more squares,
just work in the same way. Work 2dtr or 3dtr
(as described in Step 3) to form another block
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 dragonfly motif

Better shape up
Put your filet shaping skills into practice with this
pretty metallic dragonfly motif. By Becky Skuse.

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dragonfly motif
Designer Becky Skuse says: “Filet crochet
A BIT is a simple technique that anyone can
TRICKY learn, and being able to increase and
2PLY 2MM decrease within the fabric will enable you
WEIGHT HOOK
to work many more filet patterns. This
sweet dragonfly motif is a great pattern to
start you off, with plenty of increasing and
YOU WILL NEED decreasing to practice, both at the start
Q Rico Design Essentials Crochet and the end of the row. We’ve used a fine
Glitz (94% cotton, 6% polyester, yarn and small hook to create a small
50g/250m), 1 ball of Emerald (06) patch to decorate a skirt or dress, but you
Q A 2mm (US 4 steel) hook could use a heavier yarn and larger hook
Contact your local Rico Design to create a dragonfly as big as you like!”
retailer or online stockist
NOTES
MEASUREMENTS This filet motif is worked using blocks of
Motif measures approximately 3tr or spaces of (tr, ch1, tr). Adjacent blocks
12x12cm (4 x4 in) share the outer trebles of the filet mesh.
Follow the Dragonfly chart on p93 to work
ABBREVIATIONS the motif, increasing and decreasing
For a full list, see page 92 squares as instructed in the Crochet
Workshop on previous pages. Rows 1-7
have been written out in full to help you.
To make the dragonfly, you will need to
start your work twice. The first part is
worked from Row 1 to the end of Row 5a.
The second part is worked from Row 3b to
the end of Row 5b, then the two parts are
joined as instructed in the pattern before
the rest of the dragonfly is worked.
DRAGONFLY MOTIF
Ch10. Using the Dragonfly chart, work as
follows:
Row 1 (RS) Tr in sixth ch from hook, (ch1,
skip 1 ch, tr in next ch) twice, turn.
[3 squares]
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Row 2 Ch4 (counts as tr, ch1), skip next ch-1
sp, tr in next tr, tr in next ch-1 sp, tr in next
tr, ch1, skip next ch-1 sp, (tr, ch1, ttr) in last
tr (square created), turn. [4 squares]
Row 3a Ch5 (counts as 1 foundation ch, tr,
ch1, square created), tr in ttr, ch1, tr in each
of next 3 sts, (ch1, skip ch-1 sp, tr in next st)
twice, turn. [5 squares]
Row 4a Ch1, ss in next ch-1 sp and tr
(square removed), ch3 (counts as tr), (ch1,
skip next st, tr in next st) twice, tr in each of
next 2 sts, ch1, skip ch-1 sp, tr in 4th ch of
beg ch-5, turn. [4 squares]
Row 5a Ch5 (counts as 1 foundation ch, tr,
ch1, square created), tr in next tr, ch1, skip
ch-1 sp, tr in each of next 3 sts, ch1, skip
ch-1 sp, tr in next st.
Fasten off leaving last square unworked.
[4 squares]
Now work the second part, using the
Dragonfly chart, as follows:
Ch12.
Row 3b (RS) Tr in sixth ch from hook, (ch1,
skip 1 ch, tr in next ch) 3 times, turn.
[4 squares]
Row 4b Ch7 (counts as 3 foundation ch, tr,
ch1), tr in sixth ch from hook, ch1, skip 1 ch,
tr in next st (this should be the last tr of
Row 3b) (2 squares created), ch1, skip ch-1
sp, tr in each of next 5 sts, ch1, skip ch-1 sp,
tr in last st, turn. [6 squares]
Row 5b Ch4 (counts as tr, ch1), skip ch-1 sp,
tr in each of next 9 sts, ch1, skip next ch-1
sp, (tr, ch1, ttr) in last st (square created),
ch1, ss to 4th ch of beg ch-5 of Row 5a to
join the two pieces (square created).
[7 squares]
Continue as one piece, as follows:
Working along Row 5a, ss in the top of
each of the next 6 sts, turn leaving last
square unworked.
Row 6 Ch4 (counts as tr, ch1), skip next tr, tr
in each of next 3 sts, (ch1, skip 1 st, tr in
next st) 3 times, tr in each of next 8 sts, ch1,
skip 1 st, tr in next st, ch1, skip 1 st, (tr, ch1,
ttr) in last tr (square created), (ch1, ttr into
the side of the previous ttr) 3 times (3
squares created), turn. [15 squares]
Row 7 Ch4 (counts as tr, ch1), skip ch-1 sp,
tr in each of next 7 sts, (ch1, skip 1 st, tr in
next st) twice, tr in each of next 10 sts, (ch1,
skip 1 st, tr in next st) twice, tr in each of
next 2 sts, ch1, skip 1 st, tr in last st.
[15 squares]
Continue to follow Rows 8-19 of the Chart.
Fasten off. Weave in all ends.
Wet block and starch if desired.
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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.

HOLDING THE HOOK HOLDING THE YARN

Try these methods and see which works best. Even tension results in even stitches.

PENCIL METHOD KNIFE METHOD METHOD ONE METHOD TWO

Hold the hook like a pencil, in
your right hand (if you’re
right-handed), about 3-5cm
from the hooked end. If your
hook has a flat area, you’ll find it
comfortable to hold it here.
Hold the hook between your
thumb and forefinger, about
3-5cm from the hooked end,
resting the end of the hook
against your palm. This will
give you lots of control.
Pass the ball end of the yarn
between the little finger and
third fingers of your left hand
(if you are right-handed), then
behind the third and middle
fingers, over your index finger.
Loop the ball end of the yarn
loosely around the little finger
of your left hand, then take it
over the third finger, behind the
middle finger and over your
index finger.

MAKING A SLIPKNOT The first loop on the hook.

1 Hold the tail of the ball of
yarn in your left hand and
drape the yarn clockwise over
the top of it to form a circular
loop.
2 Hold the loop between left
thumb and forefinger, then
insert the crochet hook
through the centre of the loop
from front to back.
3 Catch the ball end of the
yarn with the hook and pull it
back through the centre of the
loop, taking the yarn through
with it.
4 Pull both ends of the yarn to
tighten the knot, then pull just
the ball end to tighten the
loop so it’s close to the hook,
but not touching it.

CHAIN STITCH Use this stitch to make your foundation chain. How to count chains

9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

Each chain or loop counts as

1 Hold the hook in your right
hand, and both the yarn end
and the working yarn in your
left hand. Move the hook under
and over the yarn to wrap it
around anticlockwise.
2 Pull the hook towards the
slipknot, catching the yarn in
the hook, and pulling it through
the slipknot loop. This forms
your first chain (ch) stitch.
Repeat steps 1 and 2 to form a
chain length.
3 This is what your row of
chains will look like. Hold the
chain with your left hand near
the hook, to keep the tension.
Keep going until you have the
number of chains that’s stated
in your pattern.
one stitch. Never count your
first slipknot or the loop on
the hook (called the working
loop). So that you can be
accurate, make sure the
chain is not twisted and that
the front is facing you.

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SLIP STITCH (ss) WORKING IN ROWS
This stitch has no height – often used to join rounds. Follow these simple rules to construct crochet fabric.

1 The slip stitch is used to join
a length of chain into the
round. Insert the hook from
front to back into the first
chain you worked. Wrap yarn
round the hook (yrh) in an
anticlockwise direction.
2 Pull the yarn through the
chain stitch (as shown) and
then the loop already on the
hook to make a slip stitch. You
can also work this stitch into
each stitch along a row to
form a neat edging.
1 The first row is made by
working across the
foundation chain from right to
left. At the end of the chain or
row, turn the work so that the
yarn is behind the hook.
2 For the next row, first make
the turning chain for the stitch
you’re about to work (see
opposite). Now work the next
stitch into the top of the
stitches on your first row,
missing the first stitch.

DOUBLE CROCHET (dc) US term: single crochet

One of the key stitches in crochet, doubles are simple, compact stitches that form a dense fabric.

1 To make a double crochet
stitch, insert the hook under
the top two loops of the next
stitch on the previous row.
2 Wind the yarn around the
hook (yrh).
3 Pull the yarn through the
stitch, giving you two loops
on your crochet hook.
4 Yarn round hook again, then
pull the yarn through both
loops. There’s your double
crochet made and you’ll have
one loop left on the hook,
ready to do the next stitch.

HALF TREBLE CROCHET (htr) US term: half double crochet

A handy stitch that’s between double and treble crochet in size, and it looks slightly looser than double crochet.

1 To make a half treble crochet
stitch, work to where you
want the htr and then wind
the yarn round the hook (yrh).
2 Insert the hook under the
top two loops of the next
stitch in the previous row.
Wrap yarn around the hook
again (yrh).
3 Pull the yarn through the
stitch only (3 loops on hook).
4 Yarn round hook again, pull
the yarn through all 3 loops.
You’ve made a half treble
crochet. Continue working htr
into next and following sts to
the end of the row.

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TREBLE CROCHET (tr) US term: double crochet
One of the most popular stitches in crochet, this simple stitch is twice as high as a double crochet stitch.
1 To work a treble crochet,
start by winding yrh and then
insert the hook under the top
two loops of the stitch on the
previous row.
DOUBLE TREBLE CROCHET (dtr)
US term: treble crochet
This is a stitch regularly used
as an elongated version of the
treble (described above). It’s
worked in a very similar way to
the treble, as follows:
1 Make a foundation chain. Skip
4ch, *yrh twice, and insert the
hook under the top loop of the
next ch.
2 Yrh, pull the yarn through the
ch loop only (4 loops on hook).
3 Yrh and pull the yarn through
2 loops only (3 loops on hook).
TURNING CHAIN (t-ch)
For an even finish, start each row with a turning chain.
In crochet, you need to add
turning chains (t-chs) to the
beginning of rows. The reason
for this is to bring the hook up to
the height of the stitches you’re
crocheting. Each basic stitch has
its own number of chains. The
Add to
foundation
chain before
STITCH starting row
Double crochet 1 ch
Half treble 1 ch
Treble 2 ch
Double treble 3 ch
Triple treble 4 ch
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2 Wrap the yarn around the
hook (yrh) and pull the yarn
through the stitch only.
Yrh and pull the yarn through
2 loops only (2 loops on hook).
4 Yrh and pull the yarn through
the remaining 2 loops. Repeat
from * to make more dtr sts.
5 To make the next row of dtr,
turn work and ch4. This turning
chain counts as the first dtr in a
new row. Skip first st at the base
of the t-ch, work 1dtr under the
top two loops of the 2nd stitch
in the previous row; continue to
the end of the row.
table below tells you how many
t-ch sts form the first stitch. *For
dc, usually the turning chain
does not count as a stitch, and
the first stitch of the row is
worked into the stitch at the base
of the turning chain.
Skip at For
start of turning
foundation chain
row (counts (counts as
as first st) first st)
1 ch* 1 ch*
2 ch 2 ch
3 ch 3 ch
4 ch 4 ch
5 ch 5 ch
3 You will now have 3 loops on 4 You will now have 2 loops on
the hook. Yrh again, and draw the hook. Yrh again and draw the
the yarn through just the first yarn through the remaining
2 loops on the hook. loops on the hook. Your treble
crochet is complete.
TRIPLE TREBLE CROCHET (ttr)
US term: double treble crochet
This is one of the longest loops only. Repeat from † 3
standard crochet stitches and is times more and your triple
mainly used in fancy stitch treble will be finished. Repeat
patterns. It’s taller than a double from * to make more ttr sts.
treble crochet stitch (described 4 To make the next row, turn
left) and is worked in a very work and ch5. This turning chain
similar way, as follows: counts as the first triple treble in
1 Make a foundation ch. Skip 5 a new row. Skip first st at base of
ch, *yrh 3 times, insert hook the t-ch. Work 1 triple treble,
under top loop of next ch. inserting hook under the top 2
2 Yrh, pull yarn through ch loop loops of the 2nd st in the
only (5 loops on hook). previous row; continue to the
3 † Yrh, draw loop through 2 end of the row.
How to count stitches
Check your work is correct.
Being able to count
your stitches is very
important and helps
you to ensure that 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
you’re following a
pattern correctly. It’s
a good idea to count
your stitches at the
end of every row. To
count short stitches
such as double
crochet, look at the
plaited tops (see
above right). For
taller stitches, count
the upright ‘stems’ – 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
each ‘stem’ is
counted as a stitch
(see right).
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HOW TO CHANGE COLOUR INCREASING AND DECREASING
Create stripes and other colour effects. Shaping stitches are vital for making garments.

1 Before you work the final yrh
(yarn round hook) on the last
stitch of a row in the old
colour, drop the old yarn and
then pick up the new one with
your hook.
2 Pull through a loop of the
new yarn to finish the old
stitch. The working loop will
be in the new colour.
Continue, keeping the old
yarn at the wrong side.
INCREASE To increase one
stitch is very simple – work
one stitch into the next stitch
on the row below. When
you’ve finished, work another
stitch into the same stitch.
DECREASE For a quick
decrease, just skip one stitch.
For a neater look, work the
first part of one stitch and
then begin the next stitch.
Finish both together.

SEWING SEAMS
You can join crochet seams by using a tapestry needle or a crochet hook, using one of these four methods.

1 Sewing with a tapestry
needle is the regular and neat
way to join seams. Place two
pieces of crochet right sides
together and oversew them as
shown above, using a tapestry
or yarn needle.
2 To slip stitch a seam, place
the crochet pieces right sides
together. *Insert hook into
both edge stitches, yrh and
pull through to complete 1
slip stitch; rep from * working
into the next edge stitches,
keeping work fairly loose.
3 For a dc seam, place the
crochet pieces right sides
together, or wrong sides
together for a visible seam.
Work as for slip stitch seam,
using double crochet instead
of slip stitch.
4 A useful variation on the dc
seam, the dc and chain seam is
used when less bulk and/or
greater flexibility is needed.
Work 1 double crochet and
1 chain alternately.

How to check your tension

Make and measure a swatch to check your tension.

Most crochet patterns state the tension

required, in rows and stitches of a specific
type. Make a swatch at least 15cm square
and check that your tension matches. Place
a ruler across the swatch and insert two pins,
10cm apart. Then place the ruler along a
column of stitches and insert two pins 10cm
apart. Count the stitches and rows between
the pins – if you have less than the pattern,
your tension is too loose so you need to use
a smaller hook, but if you have too many,
use a larger hook. It’s usually better to
match the stitches than rows, because you
can always work more or fewer rows.

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FOUNDATION RING
Create a foundation ring for working in the round.
1 Make a chain the length
stated in the pattern
instructions. Next, insert the
crochet hook into the first
chain. Close the ring with a
slip stitch, working yrh…
MAGIC LOOP
An alternative foundation ring for working in the round.
Working
yarn
Tail end
1 To start a Magic Loop, don’t
make a slipknot. Instead, make
a loop with the yarn, leaving a
tail around 10cm long. Make
sure the tail end is under the
working yarn.
JOINING ROUNDS
Finish off each round of crochet stitches nice and neatly by using a slip stitch.
1 To close a round of stitches,
work a slip stitch into the top
of the turning chain. To do
this, insert the hook into the
top stitch of the turning chain.
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2 …and pull yarn through 2
loops on hook. Now you’re
ready to start crocheting in
the round, following the
instructions given right.
2 Now insert your hook into the
loop, from front to back. Wrap
the working yarn around the
hook and pull the yarn through
the loop.
2 Then place the yarn round
the hook. Pull the yarn
through the turning chain
stitch and through the
original stitch on your hook.
WORKING STITCHES INTO A RING
To make circles, tubes and other shapes.
1 Make a foundation ring and
work the t-ch (3ch for treble
sts). Work a treble st as usual,
but insert hook into centre of
ring. For treble sts, yrh, insert
hook into ring.
3 Make a t-ch for the sts you
want to work (above, we made
1 t-ch for dc). Work your sts
into the Magic Loop, over
both the loop and the tail end
(so two yarn strands).
3 You’ve slip stitched the
round together! Before
working another round, be
sure to make the required
turning chain. Always work
rounds on the right side,
unless you pattern instructs
you otherwise.
2 Finish the treble as usual
(yrh, pull yarn through ring,
yrh, pull yarn through first 2
loops, yrh, pull yarn through 2
loops). Work more sts into the
ring as needed.
4 Once you’ve worked the first
round of stitches, simply pull
the tail end of yarn to draw up
the ring. Work a slip stitch to
join the last and first sts to finish
the first round (as instructed in
the guide below).
Rounds
or spirals
Check which technique
you need to use.
Some patterns are worked
in rounds that are joined
together at the end of each
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round (see left). Other
patterns are worked in a
spiral so you don’t need to
join the rounds at the end,
just keep going, working
into the next stitch on the
previous row. Amigurumi
toys are often worked in a
spiral like this.
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 Abbreviations Crochet hook conversions
across to end of the row htr half treble UK METRIC US
approx approximate(ly) htr2tog work 2htr together
14 2mm –
beg beginning in next sts to be worked into
bl insert hook under the same stitch 13 2.25mm B/1
back loop only inc increase
12 2.5mm –
BPtr Back Post treble: LH left hand
yrh, starting from the lp(s) loop(s) – 2.75mm C/2
back, insert hook from meas measures
back to front to back patt(s) pattern(s) 11 3mm –
around post of st in pm place marker 10 3.25mm D/3
row below, complete prev previous
as treble st qtr quadruple treble 9 3.5mm E/4
ch(s) chain/chain stitch(es) rem remain(s)/remaining – 3.75mm F/5
ch-sp(s) chain space(s) rep repeat
ch- refers to ch made RH right hand 8 4mm G/6
previously, eg. ch-3 rnd(s) round(s) 7 4.5mm 7
cl(s) clusters RS right side
2-tr cl (yrh, insert hook in sp/ sk skip 6 5mm H/8
st, yrh & pull up loop, sp(s) space(s) 5 5.5mm I/9
yrh & draw through 2 ss slip stitch
loops) twice, inserting st(s) stitch(es) 4 6mm J/10
hook in same sp/st, tbl through back loop
3 6.5mm K/10
yrh & draw through all t-ch(s) turning chain(s)
loops on hook tog together 2 7mm –
cont continue tr treble crochet
0 8mm L/11
dc double crochet tr2tog (yrh, insert hook in
dc2tog (insert hook in next st, next st, yrh and pull 00 9mm M/13
yrh and draw a loop up loop, yrh and draw
through) twice, yrh through 2 loops) 000 10mm N/15
and draw through all 3 twice, yrh and draw
loops on hook through all loops on
dec decrease hook
dtr
dtr2tog
double treble crochet
work 2dtr together
ttr
WS
triple treble crochet
wrong side
Which hook do I use?
fdc foundation dc yrh yarn round hook Hook size UK yarn weight
ftr foundation tr * work instructions
fl insert hook under immediately foll *, 2.5-3.5mm hook 4ply yarn
front loop only then rep as many 3.5-4.5mm hook double knitting yarn
foll/folls following/follows more times as directed
FPtr Front Post treble: work () work all instructions in 5-6mm hook aran yarn
in opposite way to the brackets as many 7mm and bigger chunky yarn
BPtr times as directed

HOW TO GET A PERFECT FINISH

UK/US conversions
To prevent your hard work unravelling once you’ve finished crocheting, UK US
fasten the end off carefully.
chain ch chain ch
Complete the final stitch, then cut the yarn
about 15cm from the work. Pull it through the slip stitch ss slip stitch ss
last loop on the hook and pull to close the double crochet dc single crochet sc
loop. Thread the yarn tail onto a tapestry
half treble htr half double hdc
needle and weave into the back of the work.
Most crochet items don’t need a lot of treble tr double dc
blocking, but cotton lace work usually does.
double treble dtr treble tr
To do this, carefully pin out the item with
rust-proof pins, mist with a water spray and triple treble ttr double treble dtr
leave to dry naturally.

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Charts & Diagrams Here are the extra bits and pieces you’ll need to make
the Dragonfly motif this issue.

"N=CKJ U !D=NP L=CA

Key
19

18 Space

17

16 Block

15

14

13

12

11

10

5a 5b

4a 4b

3a 3b

21 20 19 18 17 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1

On the Chart, RS rows are read from right

to left and WS rows from left to right.

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Mandala
This design is the sixth in our series of
EASY mandalas for 2017, hooked with King
PEASY Cole’s Giza Cotton 4ply yarn. The pattern
DOUBLE, 4PLY 2.5MM matches the June illustration in your
TREBLE WEIGHT HOOK
Simply Crochet calendar – now you can
make the real deal. Share yours on social
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YOU WILL NEED – we love to see your colourful makes.
Q King Cole Giza Cotton 4ply
(100% cotton, 50g/158m), MANDALA
1 ball of each: Using Rosehip, ch5, ss to first ch to join into
White (2190) a ring.
Black (2201) Round 1(RS) Ch3 (counts as tr), 15tr into
Plum (2198) the ring, ss to top of beg ch-3 to join.
Coral (2196) Fasten off. [16 tr]
Rosehip (2197) Round 2 Join Black to first st, ch1 (does not
Pink (2192) count as st), dc in same st at base of ch-1,
Q A 2.5mm (US B/1 or C/2) hook 2dc in next st, *dc in next st, 2dc in next st;
For yarn stockists, contact rep from * another 6 times, ss to first dc.
King Cole 01756 703670 Fasten off. [24 dc]
www.kingcole.com Round 3 Join Pink to first st, ch3 (counts as
tr), tr in st at base of ch-3, *2tr in next st, tr
MEASUREMENTS in next st, 2tr in next st; rep from * another
Finished Mandala measures 19cm 7 times, omitting last 2 tr, ss to top of beg
(7 in) diameter (after blocking) ch-3. Fasten off. [40 tr]
Round 4 Join Coral to first st, ch1 (does not
ABBREVIATIONS count as st), dc in same st, dc in each of
Picot Ch2, ss in second ch from next 3 sts, ch1, skip next st, (dc in each of
hook next 4 sts, ch1, skip next st) 7 times, ss to
For a full list, see page 92 first dc. [32 dc, 8 ch-1 sps]
Round 5 Ss in next st, *ch3, Picot, tr in st at
base of ch-3, Picot, (tr, Picot) twice in next
st, (tr, Picot, ch3, ss) in next st, ss in each of
next 3 sts; rep from * another 7 times,
omitting last ss. Fasten off. [8 Petals]
Round 6 Join Black to any skipped tr in
Round 3, ch4 (counts as dtr), ch13, (dtr in
next skipped tr in Round 3, ch13) 7 times,
ss to top of beg ch-4. Fasten off.
Round 7 Join Black to 4th ch of any ch-13
loop, ch1 (does not count as st), dc in same
ch, *dc in next ch, skip next ch, 5tr in next
ch, skip next ch, dc in each of next 2 ch,
ch4, dc in 4th ch of next ch-13 loop; rep
from * another 7 times omitting last dc, ss
to first dc. Fasten off.
Missed our 2017 colour-in mandala calendar Round 8 Join White to centre tr of any 5-tr
with issue 51? See page 94 for back issues. group, ch1 (does not count as st), 2dc in
IT’S THE YEAR OF THE GIZA MANDALA
w st around, ss to first dc.
All 12 mandalas in our 2017 calendar series are hooked in Giza,
King Cole’s 100% cotton 4ply. The mercerised Egyptian cotton is
fine, has a brilliant sheen and a luxurious feel. The cotton is grown
in its namesake city, Giza. The purity of the soil there results in
fantastic clarity and depth in each of the 20 colourways. For the
chance to win six balls of Giza yarn to hook this design, head to
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same tr, *dc in next tr, htr in next tr, tr in
each of next 2 dc, tr in next ch, ch2, skip
next 2 ch, tr in next ch, tr in each of next 2
dc, htr in next tr, dc in next tr, 2dc in next
tr; rep from * another 7 times, omitting last
2 dc, ss to first dc.
[48 tr, 32 dc, 16 htr, 8 ch-2 sps]
Round 9 Ch1 (does not count as st), dc in
same st, *dc in next st, ch3, skip next (dc,
htr and tr), dc in next tr, skip next tr, (3tr,
ch9, ss to 9th ch from hook, 3tr) all in ch-2
sp, skip next tr, dc in next tr, ch3, skip next
(tr, htr and dc), dc in next dc; rep from *
another 7 times, omitting last dc, ss to first
dc. Fasten off.
Round 10 Join Rosehip with a ss to first ch
of ch-9 loop, *(2dc, 9htr, 2dc) in ch-9 sp,
ch3, skip next 3 tr, dc in next dc, tr in each
of next 3 skipped sts in Round 8, ch2, tr in
next 3 skipped sts in Round 8, dc in next dc
in Round 9, ch3, ss to first ch of ch-9 loop;
rep from * another 7 times. Fasten off.
[8 loops of (2 dc, 9 htr and 2 dc), 16 dc, 48
tr, 16 ch-3 sps, 8 ch-2 sps]
Round 11 Join Plum to first ch-3 sp, ch1
(does not count as st), 2dc in same ch-3 sp,
*(dc in each of next 4 sts, 2dc in next ch-sp)
twice, now working behind next loop, ch1,
2dc in next ch-3 sp; rep from * another 7
times, omitting last 2 dc, ss to top of first
dc. [112 dc, 8 ch-1 sps]
Round 12 Ch3 (counts as tr), *tr in each of
next 13 dc, now working behind loop, 3tr
in next ch-1 sp, tr in next dc; rep from *
another 7 times omitting last tr, ss to top of
beg ch-3. [136 tr]
Round 13 Ch3 (counts as tr), *tr in each of
next 13 tr, now working behind loop, 2tr in
next tr, tr in next tr, 2tr in next tr, tr in next
tr; rep from * another 7 times omitting last
tr, ss to top of beg ch-3. [152 tr]
Round 14 Ch1 (does not count as st), dc in
same st, *dc in each of next 15 tr, dc in
centre htr of loop in Round 10, skip next tr
of Round 13, dc in each of next 3 tr; rep
from * another 7 times omitting last dc, ss
to top of beg ch-3. Fasten off. [152 dc]
Round 15 Join Pink to any dc, ch1 (does
not count as st), dc in same st and in each
Fasten off and weave in ends.
With Black, embroider a diamond shape
over centre 2 rounds using the image as a
guide.
Surface crochet a chain stitch over Rounds
13 and 14 using Pink, and the image as a
guide.
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Super chevrons
It started life as a swatch, but this zig-zag scarf is
now designer Emma Potter’s favourite crochet make.
his super-bright Geoffrey scarf design is my
T favourite crochet make of the moment. It
originally started out as a stitch swatch for my
crafty YouTube channel (www.youtube.com/
potterandbloom), but the colours that I used
for the swatch ended up being so fabulously bright
that I just had to keep on making it!
The creation of the Geoffrey scarf all happened
quite by chance. I had some random balls of acrylic
aran yarn sitting on my desk and just used them,
challenging myself to only use one ball of each colour.
It took me about a month to design and make it, using
a fabulous chevron stitch from Linda P. Schapper’s
Complete Book of Crochet Stitch Designs.
I initially got a bit stuck with the final construction
because I wanted both ends of it to match (with
chevrons you usually get two different ends) and I was
scratching my head about it for ages. Eventually the
idea for the central panel of motifs came from my
brother-in-law, Geoff, and that’s why the design
ended up being called Geoffrey.
If I had thought about it a bit more, and wasn’t on a
(self-imposed) challenge, I probably would have used
a DK weight yarn and made the main body colour
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longer. However, in the pattern I make these (and
other) modification suggestions, because once
you’ve made a pattern sample you usually know
what would/could make it better.
I’ve had such great feedback from the pattern and
so many people have made brilliant modifications to
all aspects of it. These range from making it longer and
more colourful (if that’s even possible) to using
different types and weights of yarn.
Mainly I’m fascinated to see what colour choices
people make for the stripes, as this is one of those
projects where you can go really wild! For me, seeing
what people do with my projects is one of the great
joys of pattern designing.
You can buy the Geoffrey Scarf pattern on Ravelry
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Once you’ve made your own version, don’t forget to
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I absolutely love to see all of your makes!
You’ll find Emma on Instagram @potterandbloom,
and can see more of her fabulous designs on her
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