Simply Crochet

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

Simply Crochet • Do you take crochet with you on your travels? Whether you’re packing for a summer holiday or gearing up for a staycation with your pets, we’ve got lots of new project ideas to keep you busy this season – take a look!

Shape up!

CONTRIBUTORS • The faces behind this issue’s designs…

Simply Crochet

All dolled up • Listen up, ami’ enthusiasts! Hobbii have launched two new yarns in collaboration with crochet character designer Pica Pau, aka Yan. Both yarns are 100% combed cotton, with shades handpicked by Yan to match the colours she uses in her books. Pica Pau Cotton 8/7 comes in 29 different colours, while its nude counterpart has 25 different shades to reflect the diversity of human skin tones, making it ideal for ami’ dolls. Find out more at www.hobbii.co.uk

SHAPE IT ‘TIL YOU MAKE IT • Triangles, chevrons, stripes – with crochet you can do it all. It’s time to get eclectic and geometric!

High definition • Cassie Ward’s sweater celebrates colour, shape and eye-catching pattern

Man’s best friend • Clare Cooper’s fab figurines pay homage to social media sensations Dean and Nala

Whiskers on wheels • Dean Nicholson and his cat Nala have captured hearts worldwide with their adventures on the road, with crafting to provide comfort along the way…

CHAIN REACTION • Make a statement and update an outfit in minutes with a simple chain. By Esme Crick

SUMMER lovin’ • A chic hexagon cardi with embroidered details, designed by Chloé Elizabeth Birch

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Hippo hooray! • With rosy cheeks and a snuggly striped romper, Lisa Paddock’s hippo is irresistible

CINCH THE DEAL • Maria Jęczmyk explains the history of the krajka and shows you how to crochet – and style – one of your own!

Safe keeping • Keep your knick-knacks super organised with Heather Gibbs’ textured cotton baskets

TEEN PLAYER • Meet Stanley Jackson, the inspirational teenager who transformed a lockdown pursuit into a dream come true

Buds & blossom • Joanne Fowler’s floral holdall is ideal for summer picnics and afternoon tea

Hexcellent • Kaitlin Ostafew’s tessallating hexagon blanket makes a resourceful stashbuster

PEACOCK STITCH • This month we’re looking at how this fabulous fan shape looks in bold, eye-catching yarns

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CROCHET Unravelled With Becky Skuse

Fringe benefits • Try a budget-friendly approach to new jewellery with handcrafted earrings designed by Helen Anderson

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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

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