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Welcome to the third edition of Your Crochet Christmas. Once again we’ve gathered a selection of our favourite festive projects from Simply Crochet so that you can have A VERY YARNY CHRISTMAS! Whether you want to hook a gift for a friend, create your own crocheted decorations or just treat yourself to some new winter accessories, we’ve got over 50 patterns for you. If you want to deck your halls with hand-hooked wreaths, stockings and snowflakes, our DECORATIONS section (p86) should be your first stop. Or if you’re keen to make presents for family and friends, you’ll find plenty of inspiration in the GORGEOUS GIFTS chapter (p50). Of course, it’s good to hook something for yourself every now and then, so take a look at our WINTER WARDROBE ideas (from…

Few things are more exciting than a Christmas stocking filled with gifts, especially if they’re crocheted – they add a lovely handmade touch to your Christmas offerings. We got in touch with some savvy crochet designers to find out their top tricks for keeping Christmas crochet stress-free, fun and gorgeous. From accessories to amigurumi, they share their tips for fabulous crocheted stocking fillers. FEW OR MANY ? We all love a well-stuffed stocking, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that every item in it needs to be crocheted. “I’d rather make just one, really special handmade gift for each recipient,” says Sarah Shrimpton of www.annabooshouse.blogspot.co.uk. “That way, it will be treasured above all the other gifts.” J.A. Poolvos of www.littlebearcrochets.com agrees. “It depends on the time I have left, but I…

WRAP STAR Perched right on the tipping point of when an accessory becomes a garment is this fine creation. Arms and shoulders are kept snug and there’s a gorgeous wrapover front. Think of it as a wrap with sleeves. I DREAM OF BEANIE The beauty of this beanie hat lies in the faultless simplicity of the design and the sheer magnitude of that slouch. Just think – in a pinch, you could even stash your latest WIP away in there. Well, maybe. TO BE ADORNED Seeking an easy, on-the-go project fit for a fashionista? Look no further. There are two beaded necklaces to stitch, each made with stacks of speedy, single-round circles. And need we say they’re nifty stashbusters? OFF THE CHAIN Denim goes with everything, which is why accessories…

YOU WILL NEED ▪ Lana Gatto Sugar (100% viscose sugar cane, 50g/125m), 3 balls of each: Yarn A Aqua (7663) Yarn B Turquoise (7664) Yarn C Ocean (7665) ▪ A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook ▪ Stitch markers For yarn stockists contact Yeoman Yarns 0116 240 4464 www.yeoman-yarns.co.uk TENSION 4 pattern repeats measure 12cm (4¾in) and 7 rows measure 10cm (4in) using a 3.5mm hook or size needed to obtain correct tension MEASUREMENTS 228cm (90in) wide x 103cm (40½in) deep ABBREVIATIONS V-st (Tr, ch2, tr) in same st Shell 5tr in same st For a full list, see page 130 We’re getting some serious Queen Elsa vibes from this gorgeously frosty shawl. How beautiful are those ombre blues? It’s hooked with Lana Gatto’s Sugar yarn, made from silky sugar…

YOU WILL NEED ▪ Rowan Kid Classic (70% wool, 22% mohair, 8% polyamide, 50g/140m), 13 balls of Yarn A Drought (876), 3 balls of Yarn B Feather (828) ▪ A 6mm (US J/10) hook For yarn stockists, contact Mez Crafts UK 01484 950630 www.knitrowan.com TENSION 15 sts and 9 rows to 10x10cm (4x4in) over stitch pattern using a 6mm hook or size needed to obtain tension MEASUREMENTS 120x140cm (47¼x55in) without fringe ABBREVIATIONS Slip stitch 2 sts tog (ss2tog) Insert hook from front to back in each of next 2 sts, yrh and draw through both sts For a full list, see page 130 Blankets we can wear outside the house? Yes please! We’re loving the blanket wrap trend, and this design by Hannah Cross is absolutely spot on. It has a…

YOU WILL NEED ▪ Caron Simply Soft (100% acrylic, 141.7g/228m), Yarn A Charcoal Heather (9508) ▪ King Cole Moments (100% polyester, 50g/90m), Yarn B Lipstick (488) For measurements and yarn quantities see table ▪ Small amount of Caron Simply Soft (100% acrylic, 170g/288m), Yarn C Neon Coral (9772) ▪ A 6mm (US J/10) Tunisian hook ▪ A 7mm (US K/10½ or L11) Tunisian hook ▪ A 5.5mm (US I/9) standard hook ▪ Open-ended zip (see Notes) ▪ 2 closed end zips 10cm (4in) ▪ 7 buttons 1.5cm (½in) ▪ Stitch marker ▪ Pompom maker (small) ▪ Tapestry needle ▪ Sewing needle For yarn stockists contact LoveCrochet 0845 544 2196 www.lovecrochet.com King Cole 01756 703670 www.kingcole.com TENSION 10.5 sts and 13 rows in Tunisian Knit Stitch and Yarn A meas 10x10cm…

Give us a kiss!

YOU WILL NEED ▪ Scheepjes Maxi Bonbon (100% mercerised cotton, 25g/140m), 1 ball of Sage Green (212) ▪ A 2mm (US 4 steel) hook ▪ A grey jumper ▪ Approx 37 pearly beads ▪ 60cm (24in) of gingham ribbon, made into a bow For yarn stockists contact Deramores 0845 519 4573 www.deramores.com MEASUREMENTS Finished heart measures approximately 29x31cm (11x12in) ABBREVIATIONS Extended treble (etr) Yrh, insert hook in next stitch or chain, yrh and pull up loop (3 loops on hook). Yrh and draw through first loop on hook, (yrh and draw through 2 loops) twice For a full list, see page 130 The novelty Christmas jumper gets a classy update with shiny pearls and fine thread. Create Esme Crick’s mistletoe heart motif to spruce up a plain jumper or tee…

Give us a kiss!

Fringe benefits

YOU WILL NEED ▪ DROPS Baby Alpaca Silk (70% alpaca, 30% silk, 50g/167m), 7 balls of Yarn A Pistachio (7219) ▪ DROPS Glitter (10g/700m), 1 spool of Yarn B Silver (02) ▪ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ▪ A 20cm (8in) piece of card to make tassels For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk TENSION 2 stitch patt repeats and 10 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over stitch patt using a 4mm hook or size needed to obtain tension ABBREVIATIONS Bead Stitch Working around the post of the treble just made (yrh, insert hook behind post from right to left, draw up loop) 4 times (9 loops on hook), yrh, draw hook through first 8 loops on hook, yrh, draw hook through final 2 loops on hook For…

Fringe benefits

YOU WILL NEED ▪ Any DK yarn, small amounts of 8 rainbow shades, plus cream (we used Sublime Cashmere Merino Silk DK and Sublime Extra Fine Merino Wool DK, approx 15g/35m of each rainbow colour and approx 50g/116m of cream) ▪ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ▪ 3 buttons (optional) ▪ 3 safety pins (optional) MEASUREMENTS Scarf measures approx 13cm (5in) wide and 80cm (31½in) long ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130 “My yarn stash is full of leftover bits of yarn from finished projects,” says designer Becky Skuse. “I decided to use some of them up and create this supersimple rainbow scarf. It’s quick and easy (great for beginners), using just treble and double crochet stitches, while the dc seam between the stripes adds a bit of…

YOU WILL NEED ▪ Debbie Bliss Cashmerino Aran (55% wool, 33% acrylic, 12% cashmere, 50g/90m), Yarn A White (25) Yarn B Kingfisher (62) See table for yarn quantities and measurements ▪ A 4mm (US G/6) hook For yarn stockists contact Designer Yarns 01535 664222 www.designeryarns.uk.com MEASUREMENTS Hood measures 33x23cm (13x9in) when laid flat Mittens measure 26cm (10¼in) in length and 10cm (4in) across the base of the fingers TENSION 20sts and 20 rows over dc and 16sts and 9 rows over V st pattern to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) using a 4mm hook or size required to obtain tensions ABBREVIATIONS V st 2tr in st indicated. On the following row, work a V st into a previous V st by working 2 tr between the tr sts of the previous V…

YOU WILL NEED ▪ Cascade 128 Superwash (100% wool, 100g/117m), 5 skeins of Really Red (809) ▪ A 6mm (US J/10) hook For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk MEASUREMENTS 38cm (15in) wide and 130cm (51in) long TENSION 14 sts and 5 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over pattern using a 6mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension ABBREVIATIONS Tr3tog (yrh, insert hook in next st, yrh and pull up loop, yrh and draw through 2 loops) three times, yrh and draw through all loops on hook For a full list, see page 130 Designer Susie says: “Is this a scarf or is it a wrap? Well, it depends how you wear it. This adaptable accessory – wide and soft, with a fun pompom trim –…

YOU WILL NEED ▪ Knit Picks Preciosa Tonal Worsted (100% merino, 250m/100g), 1 skein in Anemone (26722) ▪ A 4mm (US G/6) hook For yarn stockists contact Knit Picks www.knitpicks.com MEASUREMENTS 10x17cm (4x6¾in) NOTES Each Mitt is made up of 2 motifs that are edged tog around the top and bottom and seamed down the sides. For all 3-st clusters (tr, dtr or ttr), (work required st stopping before last yrh) 3 times, inserting hook in same sp each time, yrh and draw through all loops on hook. ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130 Make a cosy mitt and hat set using just one skein of this fab yarn. Find the matching hat under the ‘free patterns’ tab on our blog at www.simplycrochetmag.co.uk. MITTS (MAKE 2) MOTIFS (MAKE…

YOU WILL NEED ▪ Lana Grossa Silkhair (70% mohair, 30% silk, 25g/210m), Rohweiss (52) For yarn quantities and measurements see table ▪ A 6mm (US J/10) hook ▪ Stitch markers For yarn stockists contact LoveCrochet 0845 544 2196 www.lovecrochet.com TENSION 3.5 Shells and 5.5 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over Shell Pattern using a 6mm hook or size needed to obtain tension ABBREVIATIONS Shell (3tr, ch1) in st indicated Corner Shell (3tr, ch1, 3tr, ch1) in st indicated For a full list, see page 130 Find out more about Jenny’s ‘Get Squared’ technique and see more great patterns on her website, www.jennykingdesigns.com Designer Jenny King has worked magic with silk and mohair laceweight yarn! Using a 6mm hook, even humble granny trebles are transformed into something exquisite. The result is…

YOU WILL NEED ▪ DMC Natura Just Cotton (50g/155m), 1 ball of each: Yarn A Canelle (37) Yarn B Siena (41) Yarn C Chartreuse (48) Yarn D Bamboo (76) Yarn E Prussian (64) ▪ A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook ▪ A pair of 5mm safety eyes ▪ A 10mm plastic nose ▪ Small pompom or pompom maker ▪ Black embroidery thread ▪ Pipe cleaners ▪ Stitch markers ▪ Toy stuffing For yarn stockists contact DMC 0116 275 4000 www.dmccreative.co.uk TENSION To make this toy it is not necessary to use the same yarn and hook that we’ve used. Using a larger crochet hook and a suitable yarn, the toy will be larger but with the same proportions MEASUREMENTS Finished toy measures 24cm (9½in) tall ABBREVIATIONS For a full…

YOU WILL NEED ▪ Louisa Harding Amitola Grande (80% wool, 20% silk, 100g/250m), 1 ball of Elvira (524) ▪ A 6mm (US J/10) hook For yarn stockists contact Designer Yarns 01535 664222 www.designeryarns.uk.com MEASUREMENTS 25cm (10in wide), 18cm (7in) tall without handles ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130 This stunning bag is a real head-turner. But the best thing about it has to be how quick and easy it is to make! BAG Ch41. Row 1 (RS) Dc in the second ch from the hook and in each ch to the end, turn. [40 dc] Rows 2-29 Ch1 (does not count as st), dc in each dc to end, turn. Row 30 (WS) Work a row of loop stitches as folls: insert hook into next stitch, draw yarn…

YOU WILL NEED ▪ Cascade Sunseeker DK (48% acrylic, 47% cotton, 5% metallic, 100g/217m), 1 ball of each: Yarn A Cherry (42) Yarn B Dill (12) Yarn C White (35) ▪ A 2.5mm (US B/1 or C/2) hook For yarn stockists contact www.loveknitting.com TENSION Tension is not critical for this project MEASUREMENTS To fit any size jar ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130 This project is a good way of using leftover yarn in gorgeous Christmassy colours. Cascade Sunseeker works particularly well because it has a metallic thread worked into it – very festive! The patterns for the covers have been written to fit any sized jar, but designer Kate has used glass baby food jars. JAR COVER Round 1 Make a magic ring and work 6 dc…

YOU WILL NEED ▪ 13 shades of wool blend aran yarn with cashmere. We suggest: Debbie Bliss Cashmerino Aran (55% wool, 33% acrylic, 12% cashmere, 50g/90m), 20 balls of Yarn A Silver (202) 2 balls of each: Yarn B shade: Grey (009), Heather (046), Mustard (066), Stone (027), Coral (073), Grey Green (041), Charcoal (028), Cowslip (064), Beige (102), Aqua (047), Peach (072), Pale Lilac (071) ▪ A 4mm (US G/6) hook For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk TENSION Each square measures 16x16cm (6¼ x 6¼in) using a 4mm hook MEASUREMENTS Finished throw measures 115x165cm (45¼x65in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130 Can a piece be pastel and pretty, but fresh and funky at the same time? This delightful throw, with its irresistible mix of…

YOU WILL NEED ▪ KnitPicks CotLin (70% Tanguis cotton, 30% linen, 50g/112m), 3 balls of Yarn A Raindrops (25326) 1 ball of each: Yarn B Coffee (24138) Yarn C Swan (24134) Small amount of orange, Clementine (24460) ▪ A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook ▪ 40x40cm cushion For yarn stockists visit www.knitpicks.com TENSION 19 sts and 12 rows to 10x10cm (4x4in) over htr using 3.5mm hook MEASUREMENTS Approx 40x40cm (16in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130 One of the things we most enjoy about Christmas is the excuse to adorn every household object we can lay our hands on and decorate it with a festive-themed motif. Designer Jennifer has created a character with real personality for this cushion – you’ll have great fun hooking up this snowman. NOTE The…

Twinkle twinkle

YOU WILL NEED ▪ Sublime Extra Fine Merino DK (100% merino wool, 50g/116m), Yarn A Indigo (363) See table for Yarn A quantities and measurements 1 ball of Yarn B Alabaster (003) ▪ A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook ▪ A 4mm (US G/6) hook ▪ 4 co-ordinating buttons approx 1.5cm (½in) in diameter ▪ Tapestry needle For yarn stockists contact Sublime 01924 369666 www.sublimeyarns.com TENSION 15 sts and 12 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over htr using a 4mm hook or size needed to obtain stated tension Width a: 30 (32½: 35: 38)cm 11¾ (12¾: 14: 15)in Sleeve Length b: 24 (28: 32: 36)cm 9½ (11: 12½: 14)in Body Length c: 36 (40: 44.5: 48)cm 14¼ (15¾: 17½: 18¾)in ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130 Button shoulder fastenings…

Twinkle twinkle

YOU WILL NEED ▪ DROPS Andes (65% wool, 35% alpaca, 100g/100m), 1 ball of each: White (1101) Navy (6990) ▪ An 8mm (US L/11) hook ▪ A plain sweatshirt ▪ Sewing needle, pins and matching thread For yarn stockists, contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk TENSION 10sts and 12 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over dc using 8mm hook or size needed to obtain tension MEASUREMENTS Mitten pockets measure 20cm (8in) long by 12cm (4¾in) at widest point ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130 Perky patch pockets cunningly disguised as mittens can make the world of difference to a chilly pair of hands. This project is just the right size for customising a child’s jumper. The mitts should fit ages six to nine years. We’re loving stripes plus…

YOU WILL NEED ▪ DMC Natura Just Cotton 4ply (100% cotton, 50g/110m), 1 ball of each: Ivory (N02), Sable (N03), Gris Argent (N09), Jade (N20), Tropic Brown (N22), Passion (N23), Safran (N47) ▪ A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook ▪ 12mm black toy safety eyes ▪ Tapestry needle ▪ Toy stuffing ▪ Rice or pellets for weighting ▪ Black embroidery thread ▪ Small white pompoms For yarn stockists contact DMC 0116 275 4000 www.dmc.com.uk TENSION Tension is not critical for this project ABBREVIATIONS Bobble stitch Yarn over, insert hook in stitch, yarn over, draw loop through, yarn over, draw through 2 loops on the hook, (yarn over, insert hook in same space, yarn over, draw loop through, yarn over, draw through 2 loops on hook) repeat 3 times, yarn…

YOU WILL NEED ▪ DROPS Nepal (65% wool, 35% alpaca, 50g/75m), 4 balls of Deep Ocean (8905) ▪ A 4.5mm (US 7) hook For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk TENSION 14sts and 10 rows measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over htr using a 4.5mm hook or size needed to obtain stated tension MEASUREMENTS The finished and blocked scarf measures approx 142x26cm (56x10in) ABBREVIATIONS XFPtr (Crossed front post trebles) Skip next FPtr 2 rows below, FPtr around next FPtr, FPtr around skipped FPtr, skip 2htr in current row Left Slant Htr in next st, FPtr around FPtr 2 rows below and to the right, skip next st of current row Right Slant Skip next st, FPtr around FPtr 2 rows below and to the left, htr in next st of…

SIMPLE STEPS HOW TO WORK A FRONT POST TREBLE STITCH

1 Identify the post of the next stitch. Then work yrh (as usual for a treble stitch) and insert hook into the front of the fabric, around the back of the post, and bring out hook on other side of post. 2 Work the rest of the stitch as you usually would for a treble, so yrh and carefully pull the loop of yarn out of the fabric – it should loop around the post of the stitch. 3 Work yrh again and pull the yarn through the first 2 loops. Yrh and pull the yarn through the remaining 2 loops to complete the front post treble stitch. 4 You’ll see how the stitch is raised up, compared to the rest of the fabric. Work more front post treble stitches…

SIMPLE STEPS HOW TO WORK A FRONT POST TREBLE STITCH

YOU WILL NEED ▪ Debbie Bliss Rialto DK (100% merino wool, 50g/105m) Yarn A Apple (009) Yarn B White (001) Yarn C Scarlet (012) For yarn quantities, see table ▪ A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook ▪Tapestry needle ▪80cm (32in) of 5mm wide Red Ribbon for Mittens ▪110cm (44in) of 5mm wide Red Ribbon for Muffler ▪14cm (5½in) of 15mm wide ribbon to make a holding loop on the Muffler For yarn stockists contact Designer Yarns 01535 664222 www.designeryarns.uk.com MEASUREMENTS Each Mitten measures 20cm (8in) long and 12cm (4¾in) across the widest part of the wrist The Muffler measures 60cm (23½in) long x 15cm (6in) wide ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130 Cosy candy cane stripes, ruffles and bows – what more could you want from your…

YOU WILL NEED ▪ Stylecraft Special Aran (100% acrylic, 100g/196m), 3 balls of each: Yarn A Aspen (1422) Yarn B White (1001) 1 ball of each: Yarn C Silver (1203) Yarn D Lipstick (1246) Yarn E Black (1002) ▪ A 5mm (US H/8) hook For yarn stockists contact Stylecraft 01535 609798 www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk MEASUREMENTS Finished blanket measures 112x84cm (44x33in) TENSION 5 blocks x 5 blocks measures approx 10x10cm (4x4in) over pattern ABBREVIATIONS Border Star Work all of the following sts in the ch-sp indicated: Ss, dc, ch2, ss to second ch from hook, dc, ch3, ss to second ch from hook and next ch, dc, ch2, ss to second ch from hook, dc, ss For a full list, see page 130 Journey to the Arctic when you crochet this clever blanket.…

YOU WILL NEED ▪ Caron Simply Soft Party (99% acrylic, 1% polyester, 85g/150m), 1 ball of Yarn A Red Sparkle (15) ▪ Caron Simply Soft (100% acrylic, 170g/288m), 1 ball of each: Yarn B Bone (9703) Yarn C Off White (9702) Yarn D Black (9727) Yarn E Taupe (9783) ▪ A 4.5mm (US H/7) hook ▪Toy stuffing ▪Stitch marker For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk MEASUREMENTS Eyes measure 6cm (2½in) diameter Antlers measure 10cm (4in) long Nose measures 8.5cm (3¼in) diameter ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130 Designer Kath says: “Adorn a plain hoodie with antlers, eyes, ears and Rudolph’s famous red nose for a super-cute seasonal delight.” Wearing this version of Santa’s favourite reindeer, there’s no doubt you’ll be the best-dressed at your office’s…

YOU WILL NEED ▪ Patons Wool DK (100% wool, 125m/50g), 1 ball of Cherry (131) ▪ A 4mm (US G/6) hook For yarn stockists contact www.mezcrafts.co.uk 01484 950630 ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130 CHART NOTE On the chart, all rounds are read in an anti-clockwise direction. Lucy’s cute little square is reminiscent of a poinsettia, so what better shape to make this season? Stitch four of them together to create festive place mats, and then use individual squares as coasters for a bright dining table. Or you could hang them among your Christmas tree branches as cute yarny decorations. They’re quick to make, so whip up a big batch of blooms! SQUARE Make a magic loop. Round 1 Ch1 (does not count as st), 8dc into loop,…

A sky full of stars

YOU WILL NEED ▪ Scheepjes Catona (100% mercerised cotton, 50g/125m), 1 ball of Vivid Blue (146) ▪ A 2.75mm (US C/2) hook ▪ Two packs of Debbie Abrahams size 8 seed beads, Clear (34) For yarn stockists contact Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com TENSION 26 sts and 29 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over double crochet using a 2.75mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension, although tension is not critical for this project MEASUREMENTS Bag measures 8cm (3¼) by 16cm (6¼in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130 Designer Susie Johns says: “This little purse is dainty enough for the most formal of occasions, but will also accommodate essentials such as a phone, debit card, lipstick and house keys.“ NOTES Before you start, thread 630 beads on to the yarn.…

A sky full of stars

HOME SWEET HOME Delightfully detailed gingerbread houses make this charming wreath a treat to crochet. There’s lots of fun embellishment to play with. The address? Candy Cane Lane, of course. SUGAR COAT IT Satisfy your sweet tooth the high-fibre way with our collection of delectable decorations. Whether you’ve got a soft spot for liquorice, peppermint, gingerbread or barley sugar, you’ll find a crocheted treat to tempt you. DAILY DELICIOUSNESS Gingerbread men, tiny envelopes and a rainbow stripe – what’s not to love? An Advent calendar that lasts year after year is always special, but this one takes the biscuit. The beauty is that those numbered pouches allow you to decide what the daily treats will be. NO PEEKING Every time we visit the yarn shop we feel like kids in…

YOU WILL NEED ▪ King Cole Baby Alpaca DK (100% baby alpaca, 50g/100m), 3 balls of Cranberry (510), 1 ball of each: Fawn (501), Grey (502) ▪ A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook ▪ Foam ring 25cm (9¾in) diameter ▪ Glue gun ▪ Small amount of ribbon for hanging For yarn stockists contact King Cole 01756 703670 www.kingcole.com MEASUREMENTS Wreath measures 25cm (9¾in) diameter ABBREVIATIONS Ch-4 picot Ch4, ss into the first of these ch. 3-tr cluster (Yrh, insert hook in space/st indicated, yrh and pull up loop, yrh and draw through 2 loops) 3 times, inserting the hook in the same st each time, yrh and draw through all loops on hook. For a full list, see page 130 Decorate your home with a beautiful floral wreath. Simply…

YOU WILL NEED ▪ KnitPicks Curio #10 crochet thread (100% mercerized cotton, 100g/660m), 1 ball of each: White (26255) Victorian (26270) ▪ A 1.5mm (US 7 Steel) hook ▪ Sacking cloth stocking (42cm diameter opening) ▪ Needle and thread For yarn stockists visit www.knitpicks.com MEASUREMENTS Angel border measures 9.5cm (3¾in) high and 42cm (16½in) circumference Trim measures 2cm (¾in) high and 42cm (16½in) circumference ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130 Try your hand at a traditional crochet technique to gussy up a simple stocking. We adore this vintage-inspired look. NOTES Angel border uses 15g of White yarn, trim uses 10g of Victorian yarn. Angel border and trim are worked in vertical rows. Trim can be worked to the length desired. Trim pattern is provided below and as a…

YOU WILL NEED ▪ DMC Natura Just Cotton (100% cotton, 50g/155m), Nacar (N35) ▪ A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook For yarn stockists contact DMC 0116 275 4000 www.dmccreative.co.uk ABBREVIATIONS Picot Ch2, ss to the second ch from the hook For a full list, see page 130 Lucy Croft’s crochet motif is somewhere between a snowflake and a star – perfect for this time of year. It’s a lacy, geometric shape worked in cotton 4ply that would make an elegant bedspread or table runner. You’ll be working double trebles and picots for the fiddlier bits, but it’s not a difficult pattern to master. SNOWFLAKE MOTIF Make a magic loop. Round 1 (RS) Ch1 (does not count as st), 6dc into loop, ss to first dc to join. [6 dc]…

YOU WILL NEED ▪ DROPS Paris (100% cotton, 50g/105m), 1 ball of each: Orange (13), Opal Green (11), Red (12), Vanilla (35), Light Turquoise (02), Medium Purple (31) ▪ A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk MEASUREMENTS Each loop is 4cm (1½in) wide and 8cm (3in) long before joining. Approx 20 loops are required to make 1m of bunting. Each ball of yarn makes approx 6-7 loops. ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130 We reckon this simple project is almost as easy to make as its paper counterpart. Pick cheery shades of cotton and get to it! NOTES Colours can be used in any order or sequence. BASIC LOOP PATTERN Ch7. Row 1 (RS) Dc in second ch from hook, dc…

YOU WILL NEED ▪ Sirdar Beachcomber (100% cotton, 50g/140m), 2 balls in Surfer Blue (253), 1 ball of each: Paradise (252), White (250) ▪ A 3.25mm (US D/3) hook ▪ A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook For yarn stockists contact Sirdar 01924 231682 www.sirdar.co.uk TENSION Tension is not critical for this project MEASUREMENTS Approx 26cm (10¼in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130 Christmas is such a fun time for crocheters with so many gorgeous projects to hook up. Experienced crocheters will be able to make this really simple festive stocking in just a couple of evenings but the pattern is suitable for beginners too. NOTES For the stocking, work in the round in dc, but turn your work at the end of each round to give the ridged effect…

YOU WILL NEED ▪ Rico Essentials Cotton DK (100% cotton, 50g/130m), 1 ball of each: Red (002) Fuchsia (014) Turquoise (33) Royal Blue (36) Emerald (45) Banana (63) ▪ Rico Baby Cotton Soft DK (50% cotton, 50% acrylic, 50g/125m), 1 ball of Mouse Grey (26) ▪ A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook ▪ Tapestry needle ▪ Toy stuffing For yarn stockists contact Rico www.rico-design.de TENSION Tension is not critical for this project MEASUREMENTS Garland is approx 127cm (50in) long ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130 To see more of Liz’s designs, visit www.lizwardcrochet.com This jolly string of fairy lights will bring plenty of festive cheer to your home. We love the array of bold colours designer Liz has chosen: red, fuchsia, turquoise, blue and yellow – just gorgeous! These…

YOU WILL NEED ▪ Sublime Extra Fine Merino DK (100% extra fine merino wool, 50g/116m), 2 balls of Yarn A Julep (307), 1 ball of Yarn B Botanist (449), 1 ball of Yarn C Red Hot (167), 1 ball of Yarn D Sunday (349) ▪ A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook ▪ A 3.5mm (E/4) hook ▪ White polystyrene wreath 250mm (10in) (flat base) ▪ Small amount of polyester fibrefill ▪ Tapestry needle ▪ Pins For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk TENSION 18sts and 20 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over dc using a 3.5mm hook (not blocked) MEASUREMENTS Wreath is approx 25cm (10in) diameter ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130 Christmas is a time for holly and stars, and this wreath is the…

YOU WILL NEED ▪ DROPS Belle (53% cotton, 33% viscose, 14% linen, 50g/120m), 1 ball of each: Yarn A Mauve (16) Yarn B Off White (002) Yarn C Cherry (12) Yarn D Beige (09) ▪ A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook For yarn stockists, contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk ABBREVIATIONS Picot Ch stated number of sts (eg 4 ch for a ch-4 picot), ss into first of those ch 3-tr cluster (3-tr cl) (Yrh, insert hook in space/st indicated, yrh and pull up loop, yrh and draw through 2 loops) 3 times, inserting the hook in the same space/st each time, yrh and draw through all loops on hook For a full list, see page 130 Whether you’re a fan of the white stuff or not, the idea…

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YOU WILL NEED ▪ DROPS Alaska (100% wool, 50g/70m), 4 balls of Yarn A Brown (23), 2 balls of Yarn B Light Brown Mix (49), 1 ball of Yarn C Dark Brown Mix (50) ▪ DROPS Cotton Viscose (54% cotton, 46% viscose, 50g/110m), 1 ball of Yarn D Red (05) ▪ DROPS Bomull-Lin (53% cotton, 47% linen, 50g/85m), 3 balls of Yarn E Brown (05) ▪ Oddments of DK yarn in Yarn F Mid Brown and Yarn G black ▪ A 2.5mm (US B/1) hook ▪ A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook ▪ Stitch markers ▪ Toy stuffing ▪ Mount board: 2 circles, each measuring 21cm (8¼in) in diameter for the base; 2 circles, each measuring 4.5cm (1¾in) in diameter, for the antler bases; 2 pieces, each measuring 3.5x9cm (1¼x3½in) for…

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HOLDING THE HOOK Try these methods and see which works best. PENCIL METHOD 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. KNIFE METHOD 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. HOLDING THE YARN Even tension results in even stitches. METHOD ONE 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. METHOD TWO Loop the ball end of…

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