Inside Crochet 107

ADORABLE DONKEY XMAS TOY
Spread Some
ChriStmaS cheer
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THE MIDAS TOUCH
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Season!
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SHIMMER
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ONYX EVENING TOP

Delicate beaded Merino yarn
DEDRI UYS
PATTERN
UNDERSTATED CHIC
Beautiful edged shawl
RETRO
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CONTENTS ISSUE 107
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Hook this
pretty beaded
shawl from
Dedri Uys
PAGE 14
Make the next

part of Sarah
Shrimpton’s vibrant
Folklore CAL!
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NEWS & REVIEWS FEATURES

08 IN THE LOOP 14 HEARTH & HOME 8
Hook Frida Kahlo-inspired designs, lust over Dedri Uys celebrates her love of wool blends,
a new yarn shop, discover crochet taxidermy, dappled changes and beads, with a stunning
plus meet maker Emily Ashbourn. hydrangea-hued shawl.
11 OFF THE HOOK 28 FOLKLORE BLANKET CAL

Get ready for the festive season! Join in Sarah Shrimpton’s bright folkart-
inspired blanket crochet-along – this month
12 BOOK REVIEWS you’ll hook up a sweet bobble stitch square to
The latest from The Crochet Project, plus create a pretty flower motif.
patterns from the Rowan archives, colourful
seasonal projects and stylish shawls. 36 LUXURY YARNS
We head to Loop London to join owner
18 ESSENTIAL KITS Susan Cropper for a little fantasy Christmas
We’ve got your gift-buying sorted with 17 shopping amid her treasure trove of beautiful
irresistible crochet and yarny kits! artisan yarns and vintage haberdashery.
41 YARN REVIEWS 98 FINAL THOUGHT

Looking for luxury yarns this season? Pick Hand-dyer Jeni Hewlett of Fyberspates
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Pattern by KATH WEBBER
MATERIALS
● Yarn and Colors Must-Have Minis,
100% cotton, 10g/25m/27yds
Yarn A: Plum 051 x 1 ball
Yarn B: Petroleum 070 x 1 ball
● 2.5mm hook
● Two 5cm/2in hoops
● Ribbon (optional)
TENSION
Exact tension is not essential for this design.
MEASUREMENTS
Finished mandalas are 5cm/2in across.
DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY
Kath is a designer and writer and the
commissioning editor of Inside Crochet, with
an undying love for mustard yarn. She loves
all things retro and wishes she lived in a Wes
Anderson movie, but without the bad dads.
SPECIAL STITCHES
Picot3: (3ch, sl st in third ch from hook).
Picot4: (4ch, sl st in fourth ch from hook).
MANDALA
START With yarn A (B) and 2.5mm hook,
make an adjustable ring.
Rnd 1: *2ch, picot3, picot4 (see Special
• COVERGIFTS ARE ONLY AVAILABLE WITH PAPER COPIES OF THE MAGAZINE.
Stitches), picot 3, sl st in base of first picot,

2ch, sl st in ring; rep from * five more times.
Rnd 2: Join yarn B (A) in picot4, [4ch, dc in
next picot4] six times.
Rnd 3: Hold snowflake in centre of hoop.
Starting from edge of hoop next to screw
join, insert hook around hoop and pick up
loop from Rnd 2, [2dc in next dc and
around hoop, 8dc in ch-sp around
hoop] six times. END
Fasten off and weave in ends.
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on 7 to 9 June 2019, so be quick to grab a We’re stuffed!
place. The Big Crochet Stayaway takes place ➻ Head to the Horniman Museum and
in idyllic countryside in Ludlow in Shropshire. Gardens in south London to see an
Escape from the hustle and bustle and hook installation of remarkable life-size crochet
til your heart’s content in a relaxed and fun animal sculptures. Created by artist
© NICK HAND
environment. You’ll get on-hand crochet Shauna Richardson, the artworks can be
advice all weekend, workshops, yarn spinning seen alongside taxidermy specimens in
and natural dyeing, home cooked food, and the gallery. Shauna works in wool and
no washing up… what more could you ask for?! uses just one crochet stitch in different
From £100, www.thefibrelounge.com directions to sculpt the anatomy and show the skin of the animals. You’ll see
huge trophy heads of a bear, lioness and wild boar, with monkeys hanging
from the wall. “We find all too many species now tragically extinct but without
this visual reminder perhaps people would forget about conservation,” says
Shauna. The exhibition, Evolution of the Artist and The Exhibited Works, also
charts the development of Shauna’s life as an artist. Entry to the gallery is free.
Exhibition runs until 17 March 2019. www.horniman.ac.uk
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➻ We can’t wait to start making the beautiful
flowers in a new West Yorkshire Spinners
[ S H O P S W E LOV E ] booklet. The Simple Crochet Flowers
Heavenly Arts & Crafts booklet has 13 of our favourite blooms and
plants, designed by Anna Nikipirowicz,
➻ Heavenly Arts & Crafts Cafe, outside corresponding to each name in the gorgeous
Watford in Hertfordshire, runs funded Florist Collection. We love the 3D Hydrangea,
courses and a drop-in crochet session Cornflower and Peony. Just the thing to add
on Wednesday evenings. “We’re the wow factor to shawls, bags and hats on
known as the Heavenly Hookers!” says a grey day. They make perfect little gifts for
organiser Elizabeth Borg. The cafe special friends, too. And what about a flower
sells yarn from Stylecraft, Caron Cakes, garland? There’s plenty of inspiration here
King Cole, Cygnet, Eden Cottage – hang one up to add a lovely vintage touch
Yarns and Manos del Uruguay, as well and splash of colour to your room. Plus, find a
as other goodies. Join the friendly free download for the Rose and Honeysuckle
crochet group at www.facebook. patterns on the website.
com/groups/heavenlyhookers or find £4, www.wyspinners.com
the cafe’s Facebook page under CLP Our lovely pals at West Yorkshire Spinners are giving away one booklet and one ball of
Arts & Crafts Courses. Florist Hydrangea and Peony! Head to www.insidecrochet.co.uk/competitions for your
chance to win. Closing date 21 November 2018.
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DIARY
✽ 23-25 NOVEMBER
BOURNEMOUTH
WEEKEND GETAWAY
The Heavenly Arts and Crafts Cafe in
Watford, Hertfordshire is organising
a relaxed crochet weekend getaway
at the Cottonwood Boutique Hotel,
Bournemouth. It’s designed for those
who know the basics and would like
to learn more stitches and techniques.
Enjoy two three-hour workshops, plus
a yarn shop visit. £280.
Call Elizabeth Borg on 07771 992895 or
book at https://bit.ly/2MLLPQx
[ F R E E PAT T E R N S ] 22-25 NOVEMBER

KNITTING AND Don’t Miss!
Fabulously Frida! STITCHING SHOW
This huge textile, art and crafts event
➻ Channel Frida Kahlo in this fantastic new collection by the talented Katie Jones (see our heads to Harrogate this November.
Colour Block Kimono in issue 102). Plus, it’s free! Hooked in vibrant Paintbox Yarns, the five Bursting with Christmas makes and crafty
gifts, there’ll be plenty of inspiration.
designs blaze out in Frida’s bold, eccentric signature style, with motifs from Mexican heritage
Choose a workshop, from crochet flowers
and folk art, and bright colours against a black background for maximum pop. We love the and lampshade making to felted animals
boho Flower Patch Poncho, a riot of overlay crochet and stripes and multi-coloured fringes. and Japanese embroidery. Plus join the
Add a splash of colour to a sofa with the Casa Kahlo Blanket, bursting with granny octagons crochet drop-ins, and fill your bags from
the hundreds of exhibitors. Standard adult
and hexagons, or make the rainbow Passion Petal Tote and cheer up any cold morning. tickets £14.50.
www.lovecrochet.com www.theknittingandstitchingshow.com
✽ 22-25 NOVEMBER
COUNTRY HOMES &
INTERIORS CHRISTMAS
W E LOV E … Find over 100 stands at this curated
shopping event, with creative and crafted
This beautiful beret, scarf and clutch set designed festive gifts plus home, decorating and
lifestyle products. Watch demos from
by Ann Brown of Auriol Crochet – just the thing for businesses and meet their inspirational
keeping cosy and feeling fabulous over this festive owners. All taking place on the front lawns
season. Ann hooked her set in the Spanish Katia of Stonor Park Manor House, Henley-on-
Thames, in beautifully styled marquees.
Azteca DK, in a luscious pink/orange blend. Tickets from £11, 10am to 4pm.
Patterns: £6.60 for hat and scarf, £4.20 for clutch, www.thecraftshows.co.uk
www.auriolcrochetuk.etsy.com
✽ SUNDAY 20 JANUARY 2019
WALTHAM ABBEY
WOOL SHOW
Yarnaholics alert! The funky wool show
returns for its sixth year. Head to Waltham
[NEW SHOP] Abbey Marriott Hotel and browse
Join the tribe

luscious hand-dyed yarns, handmade
wool and felt items, knit and crochet
kits, a wide selection of accessories, and
demonstrations of spinning, rag-rugging,
➻ Woo-hoo, a new yarn shop! Tribe Yarns in Richmond, London, weaving and big knitting. Meet creative
was launched by Milli Abrams. The self professed “40-something exhibitors and craft artisans. Book in for a
accountant, wife, mum, adventurer and knit-nut,” spent 14 years workshop and enter the Best Funky Hats
competition! 10am to 4pm, £4.50 advance
living in the Canadian Rockies on a yacht, heading up the finance tickets, £5 on the door.
team for Sir Richard Branson. Now she’s back in the UK with yarn www.walthamabbeywoolshow.co.uk
and a cup of tea and loving
it. Head to her shop for some yummy yarn – with luxury WORKSHOPS
and indie brands from ananuca and Blue Sky Fibers to ✽ SATURDAY 24 NOVEMBER
Walcot Yarns and Yarntelier, there’s SNOWFLAKE BUNTING
a lot of smooshing to be done! Find Get in the festive spirit and learn how to
crochet snowflake bunting with Janet
patterns from Mrs Moon, TOFT and Friel. Class sizes are small to ensure that
Erika Knight, and beginners crochet Janet can give you plenty of attention.
and knitting courses. If you’re local, Yarn and crochet hooks to use on the day
will be provided, as will tea, coffee and
join Milli’s Thursday Night Knit
cake and biscuits.
Nite – bring your project and she’ll 10-12am, £30, in Frome, Somerset.
supply the wine and snacks! www.fromeyarncollective.co.uk
www.tribeyarns.com
[www.makeeshop.com]
Blog
EMILY ASHBOURN WE LOVE
[CROCHET CALL-OUT!]
Beep beep!
➻ We like to lend a hand (or hook) and
this project by Abbie David caught our TELL US A BIT ABOUT YOURSELF… I live on HOW DID YOU START DESIGNING? I found
imagination. The art student at Reading the Kent/East Sussex border with my myself using a pattern then casting
University is planning to cover the interior husband Ross, my chalk-and-cheese it aside to do my own thing. It wasn’t
of a car with crochet flowers! Abbie, girls Pearl, six and Cherry, four, Vegas until I broke my knee skiing that it all
who lives with seven housemates, her the dog and Robin Hood the hamster. took a turn; the girls were two and
boyfriend and Ginger her rabbit, works COULD YOU TELL US A BIT ABOUT WHAT three. Crochet came to the rescue! I
in an art shop and loves crocheting. YOU DO? I am a self-proclaimed crochet could make little outfits for the girls’
“I’m making blankets for my family for designer and maker. Working around toys. I started making my own designs.
Christmas and like experimenting with my family and flying by the seat of my I went on a Frank and Olive crochet
different borders,” she says. However, pants, pretending to be in control, while retreat and Ruby (@frankandolive) was
she’ll need a lot of flowers and would be forgetting to put the dishwasher on. a real source of encouragement. I had
over the moon if anyone can send her any HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN BLOGGING? designed t-shirt yarn tote bags, Ruby
– any pattern, size or colour, all welcome! I am relatively new to blogging, it was said I should write the pattern up.
Do send Abbie your address too so she can something I had wanted to do for a long WHAT IS YOUR BIGGEST SOURCE OF
send you photos of the finished project. time, but felt like I didn’t really have INSPIRATION? I am drawn to Scandi
Abbie David, 3 Geoffrey Avenue, Widley, anything to say. Then I started a blog to designs, but also love Californian beachy
Portsmouth, PO7 5BG. share free patterns and tutorials. vibes. My husband and I watch a lot of
“I am an Instagram gal! I love it. There is a strong

sense of community and makers are celebrated.”
WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO START BLOGGING? skateboarding and surf documentaries.
I can get very animated and passionate WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE DESIGN? My
when I talk about making. My blog is a moon bag was my first pattern that
great way for me to share ideas in detail. made me feel like I might actually be
DO YOU USE ANY OTHER SOCIAL MEDIA? alright at this designing lark. People love
I am an Instagram gal! Come and find how quick it is to whip up.
me @make.e. I love it. There is a strong WHAT ARE YOU WORKING ON? On some
sense of community, ideas are shared patterns based around my family. I find
daily and makers are celebrated. my best ideas come when I’m designing
HAVE YOU MADE NEW FRIENDS THROUGH for my girls, myself and home.
H A N DM A DE H E AV E N BLOGGING? I have made more friends
➻ The huge Knitting and Stitching Show through Instagram who then hop over
is heading to Harrogate on 22 to 25 to my blog. I have been lucky to find
November. Bursting with Christmas makes myself involved with Hobbycraft’s
and crafty gifts, you’ll find plenty of knitcraft ambassadors team.
inspiration and the temptation to fill your HOW DID YOU LEARN TO CROCHET?
bags with goodies from the exhibitors. My nan taught me to knit when I was
Plus, why not book a fun workshop, little, but I preferred making pompoms.
from lampshade making to Japanese Ross and I planned a trip to the Alps
embroidery. Also, don’t forget to pop and I decided to master crochet. I found
along to the crochet drop-ins for a natter! some instructions on the internet. I
Use discount code IC18, valid until 21/11/2018, spent two weeks completely confused.
for £2.50 discount on adult standard tickets When I got home I found some YouTube
(£12 instead of £14.50) and £1 discount on adult clips and it all fell into place.
concessions. £1.50 booking fee per order.
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Combine blue and pink with pops of gold for Keep cool and on top of all those multiple Add a luxury touch to your festive styling
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the Nona stoneware range from Habitat. cheerful llamas off skiing! embroidered on to soft wool felt or linen.
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We Love
Inspired?
Hook Elisabeth Davis
Candy house
de Herraiz’s jewel- £3
toned top from These gingerbread decs sprinkled with
issue 106. To order glitter look good enough to eat!
back issues
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BOOKS
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WE REVIEW NEW AND EXCITING RELEASES

Rowan 40 Years
Sixth&Spring, £25
➻ Rowan is one of Britain’s
most iconic yarn brands,
and its knitting and crochet
patterns are known for their
striking, fashion forward
yet classic styles and
stunning imagery. For the company’s 40th
anniversary, it has released this collection
of 40 favourite knitting designs from its
archives. Twenty are reproduced just as they
were, while twenty have been reworked
in new yarns and colour palettes. A must
for the knitters among us, or simply those
interested in handknitting design, style and
photography over the past four decades.
12 Months of Crochet
with Redagape
Mandy O’Sullivan • Meteoor Books, £13.95
US terminology
Photography © Kat Goldin for The Crochet Project
➻ If you’re starting to plan

your crochet for 2019, you
won’t go far wrong with this
colourful collection from
Mandy O’Sullivan of www.
redagapeblog.com. Colour
and shade are at the heart of Mandy’s
designs, and the book includes a section
on colour theory before launching into the
patterns. The designs are grouped by the
seasons, and we particularly love the floral
cushion and wreath for spring, the fun kiwi
Everyday Wearables fruit popcorn cushion for summer and the
Joanne Scrace gorgeous C2C heart blanket for winter, ideal
The Crochet Project, £18 for snuggling up under in colder months.
UK terminology
➻ We’re big fans of The Crochet Project here at Inside Crochet,

Handywoman
particularly for their contemporary, wearable style – summed up Kate Davies • Makadu Press, £15
here by this book’s very appropriate title! This collection from ➻ Kate Davies is a knitting
Joanne Scrace includes two jumpers and a cardigan, as well as hats, designer and former
mitts, socks and a scarf, perfect for wrapping up in this wintertime. academic whose life
There’s a definite case to be made for hooking up the whole was transformed eight
collection, but if pushed to choose, our favourite has to be the gorgeous Charn years ago when she was
Sweater. Worked in a colour block style, the body and sleeves are shown in grey and partially paralysed by a
blue with a contrasting mustard shade for the cuffs, perfectly showing off the curved stroke. In this fascinating account, she tells
hems, handy pockets and wide neckline, and like the other designs here it’s packed the stories of her hands and their work –
with texture. We also particularly love the striped Beruna Socks, showing off a pretty knitting as a child with her grandmother,
lace design, and the Halfang Hat & Mitts set, with their beautiful raised cables. rediscovering the craft as an adult, then
The designs come in a wide range of sizes (tops are sized for 30–60in chests). And relearning again after her stroke disabled
all the patterns come with informative design notes – on the importance of stretch in the left side of her body. With chapters
crochet socks, for instance, or the difference in drape and fit with differing amounts covering craft, communities, recovery and
of ease. A cosy collection that more than lives up to its name, and that will make its rehabilitation, this is a captivating record
mark in any crocheter’s wardrobe. of transformation and creativity.
12 Inside Crochet
HEARTH & HOME
In association with
Dedri Uys
DAPPLED HYDRANGEAS
Dedri shares the importance of the right tools for the job, with a shawl
design that celebrates her love of wool blends and beaded projects.
When I first started crocheting (not counting being in it. I stopped seeing crochet as a means to an end and
taught as a nipper), I used a lot of cheap and cheerful started seeing it as a mindful reward in itself.
acrylics and a squeaky aluminium hook I’d had for I started choosing my yarns more carefully, buying
way longer than I can remember. Way back then, the nicer yarn even if that meant I could not afford to buy
anticipation of seeing the “finished item” was enough as much of it. I started experimenting with various yarn
to see me past the squeak of the yarn as I wrestled bases and noticed that there seemed to be a natural
with stitch after stitch. Even the fact that the yarn yarn progression among crocheters. Most people tend
split more often than not was a necessary evil. I didn’t to start with acrylic before branching out to cotton. After
know any better. I put it down to the fact that my a while, and finances permitting, they might try a wool
tension was so tight and just got on with it. blend, followed by pure wool, followed by linen and silk.
The more I progressed, though, the more obvious After trying all of these yarns, as well as t-shirt
it became that there must be an easier, more pleasant yarn, plastic yarn, paper yarn and banana fibre yarn, I
way to crochet. I started dabbling with cotton and I realised that my true loves are cotton/acrylic blends,
loved it! Everything looked so much nicer in cotton pure cotton, and wool blends. I rarely use sparkly
than in acrylic, but, oh, the splitting! yarns, but I do love a touch of beading and have
I had been crocheting for almost five years (and recently started incorporating beads into some of my
designing for three) before I finally bought myself patterns. I am not a fan of choppy colour changes, but
a proper hook set: a gorgeous set of Clover Amour I love dappled changes.
hooks with pretty coloured handles and squeak-free With this month’s pattern, I wanted to celebrate my
coating. It changed my crochet life! I stopped splitting love of wool blends, dappled changes, and beads by
my yarn almost immediately and I realised that a good designing a shawl in the Scheepjes yarn Our Tribe. The
hook could make a ball of yarn feel twice as expensive colourway I chose always reminds me of hydrangeas;
as it actually was. never more so than when we were camping in
From this realisation sprung another one: the nicer Newquay and the boys were playing hide and seek
I could make the experience of crocheting, the more between the gorgeous hydrangea bushes while I sat
value I got out of each project and the money invested cross-legged on the grass, finishing this shawl.
“From this realisation sprung another one: the nicer

I could make the experience of crocheting, the more value
I got out of each project and the money invested in it”
Dedri Uys is a crochet designer and blogger. Find her online at
www.lookatwhatimade.net and on Instagram and Ravelry as BarbertonDaisy.
14 Inside Crochet
Hydrangeas Shawl
MATERIALS SPECIAL STITCHES ending with Bead A (so this will be next tr and in 2ch-sp – 6tr, 1 Picot,
● Scheepjes Our Tribe, Shell: (3tr, 2ch, 3tr) in same st/sp. the first bead to be used). 1 ch-sp, 1 corner 2ch-sp.
70% Merino wool/ Row 4: 4ch, move bead so that it
30% polyamide, Scallop: (1tr, 1ch) in second st of With yarn A, make an abuts hook, 2ch, sl st in fourth ch
100g/420m/460yds next Shell, (1tr, 1ch) four times adjustable ring. from hook to form a Picot, (1tr, 2ch,
Yarn A: 972 x 3 balls into next 2ch-sp, miss next st, Row 1: 5ch (counts as 1tr, 2ch), 2tr) in same 2ch-sp, 1tr in next st,
Yarn B: 882 x 1 ball 1tr in next st. 1tr in each of next 2 ch, turn, 1ch, 1ch, miss next tr, 1tr in next 1ch-sp,
● 4mm hook move bead so it abuts hook, 2ch, 1ch, miss next st, 1htr in top of beg
● Toho 3/0 beads PATTERN NOTES sl st in tr at base of 3ch to form a 3 ch, turn – 1htr, 6tr, 1 Picot, 2
Bead A: Transparent Rainbow When threading the beads onto Picot, sl st in next tr and in 2ch-sp 1ch-sps, 1 corner 2ch-sp.
Topaz 162C x 20g (79 beads) your working yarn, thread them in – 3tr, 1 Picot, 1 corner 2ch-sp. Row 5: 3ch, 1tr in next 1ch-sp,
Bead B: Gold Lined Peridot batches of no more than 30 for Row 2: 4ch (counts as 1tr, 1ch here 1ch, miss next tr, 1tr in next 1ch-sp,
991 x 20g (79 beads) ease of use. When you run out of and throughout), move bead so 1ch, miss next tr, 1tr in next tr, 1ch,
beads, cut yarn, thread more beads that it abuts hook, 2ch, sl st in miss next tr, (2tr, 2ch, 2tr) in next
TENSION onto working yarn and continue. fourth ch from hook to form Picot, 2ch-sp, turn, 1ch, move bead so
Work 14 (1ch, 1tr) repeats and (1tr, 2ch, 2tr) into same 2ch-sp, 1htr that it abuts hook, 2ch, sl st in tr at
14 rows to measure 10 x 10cm/ Every even-numbered row ends in third ch of beg 5ch, turn – 1htr, base of 3ch to form Picot, sl st in
4 x 4in using 4mm hook, or size with a htr to keep straight edge 4tr, 1 Picot, 1 corner 2ch-sp. next tr and in 2ch-sp – 8tr, 1 Picot,
required to obtain tension. from stretching too much. Row 3: 3ch (counts as 1tr here and 3 1ch-sps, 1 corner 2ch-sp.
throughout), 1tr in next st, 1ch,
MEASUREMENTS SHAWL miss next st, (2tr, 2ch, 2tr) in next Row 6: 4ch, move bead so that it
Finished shawl is 174cm/68½in START Before starting, thread 2ch-sp, turn, 1ch, move bead so abuts hook, 2ch, sl st in fourth ch
along top and 123cm/48½in beads onto yarn A, that it abuts hook, 2ch, sl st in tr at from hook to form Picot, (1tr, 2ch,
along sides. alternating Beads B and A and base of 3ch to form a picot, sl st in 2tr) in same 2ch-sp, 1tr in next st,
HEARTH & HOME
1ch, miss next st, [1tr in next 1ch-sp,

1ch, miss next st] until 1 st rem, 1htr
in top of beg 3ch, turn – 1htr, 8tr,
1 Picot, 4 1ch-sps, 1 corner 2ch-sp.
Row 7: 3ch, 1tr in next 1ch-sp,
[1ch, miss next st, 1tr in next 1ch-sp]
until 3 sts rem before corner
2ch-sp, 1ch, miss next tr, 1tr in next
st, 1ch, miss next st, (2tr, 2ch, 2tr) in
next 2ch-sp, turn, 1ch, move bead
so that it abuts hook, 2ch, sl st in tr
at base of 3 ch to form a Picot, sl st
in next st and in 2ch-sp – 10 tr,
1 Picot, 5 1ch-sps, 1 corner 2ch-sp.
Rows 8–145: As Rows 6 & 7, from hook to form Picot, (1tr, 2ch,
remembering that each row will 2tr) in same 2ch-sp, *293tr, (2tr,
have one more tr and one more 2ch, 2tr) in next 2ch-sp; rep from *
1ch-sp than previous row. once, turn, 1ch, move bead so that
Row 146: As Row 6 – 149tr, it abuts hook, 2ch, sl st in tr at base
1 Picot, 144 1ch-sps, 1 corner of 3 ch to form a Picot, sl st in next
2ch-sp. Fasten off. tr and in 2ch-sp – 299tr, 1 2ch-sp,
1 Picot per side, not including
BORDER central corner 2ch-sp.
Thread one Bead A and one Bead B Rnd 3: 4ch, move a bead so that it
onto yarn A so that Bead B is abuts hook, 2ch, sl st in fourth ch
closest to hook. from hook to form a Picot, (1tr, 2ch, next 2 sts, sl st in next st, miss next
Rnd 1: Working into sides of each 2tr) in same 2ch-sp, *[1ch, miss 2 sts, Shell (see Special Stitches) in
row, join yarn A in side of Row 1 next st, 1tr] until 1 st remains, 1ch, next st] until 5 sts remain before
with sl st, 4ch, move bead so that it miss last st, (2tr, 2ch, 2tr) in next the next 2ch-sp, miss next 2 sts, sl
abuts hook, 2ch, sl st in fourth ch 2ch-sp; rep from * once, turn, 1ch, st in next st, miss next 2 sts, make a
from hook to form Picot, (1tr, 2ch, move bead so that it abuts hook, Shell in next 2ch-sp; rep from *
2tr) into side of same row, 2tr in 2ch, sl st in tr at base of 3 ch to once, turn, 1ch, move bead so that
each row end until 1 row rem, (3tr, form Picot, sl st in next tr and in it abuts hook, 2ch, sl st in tr at base
2ch, 3tr) in side of last row, working 2ch-sp – 154tr, 149 1ch-sps, 1 of 3ch to form a Picot, sl st in next Scallop (see Special Stitches) in
into sps of last row [miss next st, 2tr 2ch-sp, 1 Picot per side, not tr – 51 Shells and 1 Picot per side, each rem Shell, turn, 1ch, move
in next 1ch-sp] until no ch-sps rem, including central corner 2ch-sp. not including central corner Shell. bead so that it abuts hook, 2ch,
miss next st, 1tr in next 2 sts, (2tr, Rnd 4: 4ch, move a bead so that it Rnd 6: 4ch, move a bead so that it sl st in tr at base of 3 ch to form
2ch, 2tr) in next 2ch-sp, turn, 1ch, abuts hook, 2ch, sl st in fourth ch abuts hook, 2ch, sl st in fourth ch a Picot – 103 Scallops and
move bead so that it abuts hook, from hook to form a Picot, (1tr, 2ch, from hook to form a Picot, (1ch, 2 Picots.
2ch, sl st in tr at base of 3 ch to 2tr) in same 2ch-sp, *1tr in next 2 1tr) four times in next 2ch-sp, 1ch, Fasten off and weave in END
form a Picot, sl st in next tr and in sts, 2tr in each 1ch-sp across, miss miss next st, 1tr in next st, make a ends on WS of shawl.
2ch-sp, mark 2ch-sp with SM next st, 1tr in next st, (2tr, 2ch, 2tr)
– 295tr, 1 2ch-sp, 1 Picot per side, in next 2ch-sp; rep from * once,
not including central corner 2ch-sp. turn, 1ch, move bead so that it
Fasten off. abuts hook, 2ch, sl st in tr at base
of 3ch to form a Picot, sl st in next
Rnd 2: Still alternating colours, tr and in 2ch-sp – 307 tr, 1 2ch-sp,
thread ten beads onto yarn B, 1 Picot per side, not including
starting with Bead A so that Bead central corner 2ch-sp.
B is closest to hook, join yarn B Rnd 5: 4ch, move a bead so that it
with sl st in marked 2ch-sp, remove abuts hook, 2ch, sl st in fourth ch
SM, 4ch, move a bead so that it from hook to form a Picot, (2tr,
abuts hook, 2ch, sl st in fourth ch 2ch, 3tr) in same 2ch-sp, *[miss
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STYLING KATH WEBBER HAIR AND MAKE-UP NICKI HENBREY
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Onyx Top
by Annelies Baes
Using Lang Yarns
Merino Perliné
Pattern page 56
TIME TO SHINE!
Midas Touch Shrug
by Cassie Ward
Using Rico Design Fashion
Cotton Métallisé DK
Pattern page 44
Urban Landscape Shawl
by Helda Panagary
Using MrB @birdstreetuk
and any sock-weight yarn
Pattern page 54
Amber & Amethyst Cowl
by Elisabeth Davis de Herraiz
Using The Yarn Collective
Hudson Worsted
Pattern page 47
Midnight Moonstone Top
by Sue Maton
Using Fyberspates
Scrumptious 4ply
Pattern page 48
Topaz & Tourmaline Wrap
by Carmen Heffernan
Using Fyberspates
Scrumptious 4ply
Pattern page 60
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Our crochet shawl designs are proving very popular,

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M YS T E RY S H AW L
PART
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POPS OF COLOUR
Join in with Sarah Shrimpton’s glorious folkart-inspired
blanket in our colourful crochet-along.
W
ith autumn now well underway, the nights share your progress with us online at Twitter, Facebook
are drawing in and the heating is getting and Instagram – we love to see your pics, and don’t forget
turned on across the land – and crocheters the hashtag #folkloreblanketcal.
everywhere are cuddling up underneath You’ll also have spotted something extra special on the
their latest WIP for some extra handmade warmth. Our pages this month – a sneak peek at the completed
stunning blanket will be the perfect snuggle-up blanket! We hope you’re as excited as we are to see it in all
companion when it’s done, but until then simply enjoy its finished glory. It’s worked in Stylecraft’s super-soft
keeping your hands warm with a few more squares! Special Aran, a great-value yarn that comes in a huge
This issue Sarah has designed a sweet bobble stitch range of shades. We love the bold black borders around
square, which creates a pretty floral motif and gives you a the vibrant colours, giving that gorgeous folk-art look.
chance to practise this easy but effective stitch. Please Happy crocheting…
“Our blanket will be the perfect snuggle-up companion when it’s

done, until then keep your hands warm with a few more squares!”
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FOLKLORE BLANKET slip stitch (sl st)

double crochet (dc)
half-treble crochet (htr)
treble crochet (tr)
MATERIALS 6Bobble: Yrh, insert hook in st, double treble crochet (dtr)
● Stylecraft Special Aran, *pull up a loop, yrh, pull yarn
100% acrylic, through two loops (two loops on 5bobble
100g/196m/214yds hook), insert hook in next st; rep
SARAH SHRIMPTON, DESIGNER Yarn A: Black 1002 x 7 balls from* six times (seven loops on 6bobble
Sarah is a proud wife, mother, teacher, Yarn B: White 1001 x 1 ball hook), yrh, pull through all loop.
blogger and freelance designer – and Yarn C: Pomegranate 1083
one of Stylecraft’s extra-special
x 1 ball PATTERN NOTES
“Blogstars”! She’s also the author of two
fab crochet books, Beginner’s Guide To Yarn D: Royal 1117 x 1 ball To make bobble at beg of a round Rnd 4: (WS) Join yarn H (D, B) to
Crochet and Supersize Crochet. Find Yarn E: Lipstick 1246 x 1 ball work 2ch first, then make bobble any 2ch-sp, [6bobble (see Special
her online at www.annabooshouse.
chain stitch (ch)
Yarn F: Aspen 1422 x 1 ball as before. Stitches) in next 2ch-sp, 5ch]
blogspot.com, and view more of her
Yarn G: Gold 1709 x 1 ball around, sl st to first bobble, turn
designs at www.ravelry.com/designers/ slip stitch (sl st)
Yarn H: Empire 1829 x 1 ball SQUARE EIGHT – 8 bobbles, 40ch.
annaboos-house.
● 5mm hook START BOBBLE CIRCLE Rnd 5: (RS) Join yarn C (F, E) to
double crochet (dc) Make three any 5ch-sp, 3ch (counts as 1tr),
TENSION Using yarn C (F, E), 4ch (counts as (2tr, 2dtr, 2ch, 2dtr, 3tr) in same
half-treble crochet
Tension is not important to the (htr) 1ch, 1tr). 5ch-sp, (2tr, 3htr, 2tr) in next
overall project. Rnd 1: (RS) 7tr in fourth ch from 5ch-sp, *(3tr, 2dtr, 2ch, 2dtr, 3tr)
hook, join with sl st to fourth ch, in next 5ch-sp, (2tr, 3htr, 2tr) in
treble crochet (tr)
MEASUREMENTS turn – 8tr. next 5ch-sp; rep from * twice
Square measures approximately Rnd 2: (WS) Join yarn F (B, G) to more, sl st to third ch, do not turn
15 x 15cm/6 x 6in. any st, [5bobble (see Special – 68 sts, 8ch.
double treble crochet (dtr) Stitches) in next st, 2ch] Rnd 6: Join yarn A to any 2ch-sp,
SPECIAL STITCHES around, sl st to first bobble, 5ch (counts as 1tr, 2ch), 2tr in
5Bobble: Yrh, insert hook in st, turn – 8 bobbles, 16ch. same 2ch-sp, 1tr in each st to next
5bobble
*pull up a loop, yrh, pull yarn Rnd 3: (RS) Join yarn G (H, C) to 2ch-sp, *(2tr, 2ch, 2tr) in next st,
through two loops (two loops on any 2ch-sp, 3ch (counts as 1tr), 2tr 1tr in each st to next 2ch-sp; rep
hook), insert hook in next st; rep in same 2ch-sp, 2ch, [3tr in next from * twice more, 1tr
6bobble
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PHOTOGRAPHS LEANNE JADE PHOTOGRAPHY
STYLING KATH WEBBER
Shell Clutch
by Tracey Todhunter
Using Eden Cottage Yarns
Milburn DK
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Vintage Garnet Toddler Tunic
by Tracey Todhunter
Using The Fibre Co. Cumbria Fingering
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ABOVE RIGHT
Royal Tartan Blanket
by Stylecraft Design Team
Using Stylecraft Special DK
Pattern page 62
32 Inside Crochet
ABOVE
Joy Banner
by Dawn Curran
Using DMC Natura Just Cotton
Pattern page 72
BELOW
Christmas Baubles
by Alessandra Poggiagliolmi
Using Sirdar No 1 and Rico Design
Fashion Cotton Métallisé DK
Pattern page 84
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Winter Wreath
by Irene Strange
Using DMC Natura Just
Cotton and DMC Lumina
Metallic Gold
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Alpaca Donkey
by Stylecraft Design Team
Using Stylecraft Alpaca DK and
Stylecraft Alpaca Tweed DK
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Ruffle Rose Brooch
by Rosina Northcott
Using Sublime Baby Cashmere
Merino Silk DK and Twilley’s
Washable Goldfingering
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34 Inside Crochet
BELOW
Houndstooth Purse
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36 Inside Crochet
Th e touch of
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Discover how to
make the most of
a really special yarn
this season!
Loop London is a treasure trove of beautiful artisan yarns, vintage haberdashery and
gorgeous handmade pieces, all carefully curated by owner Susan Cropper. Join us as we
indulge in a little fantasy Christmas shopping, while Susan shares her tips for best buys.
By LINDSEY HARRAD
M
any years ago, in a time before Ravelry, before of yarns available over there – and dismayed by the relatively
Instagram, and even before Inside Crochet limited offerings in the UK at the time. “This was pre-Ravelry
magazine, Susan Cropper dreamed of opening days, of course, and before the Internet thing really had taken
her own shop, which would be filled to the rafters off and long before social media,” she says. “Back then it was
with the most exquisite hand-dyed, natural yarns from around difficult to find really lovely yarn in the UK other than brands
the world along with beautiful vintage haberdashery, gorgeous such as Rowan and Debbie Bliss, which was really good quality,
patterns, designer-made pieces and all the accessories you could but didn’t offer much choice. I was so frustrated, and local
ever desire to indulge your favourite yarn crafts. independent yarn shops were often full of acrylics and horrible
When her dream finally came true, she says the queue out the synthetic yarns. I just couldn’t believe that in a city like London
door on the very first day made her realise how many people there wasn’t a really beautiful yarn shop.
wanted and needed what she was offering at Loop. “From day “I knew beautiful yarns and patterns were out there, and I had
one it was overwhelming, the excitement and passion for what I seen gorgeous things being made in fibre by designer makers,
was doing with the shop. People were just so thrilled to see what and it really excited me. I also couldn’t find any knitting or
we were stocking.” crochet classes other than for beginners. I really felt there was
As a New Yorker who had moved to London with her British a need for a wonderful place that could offer all these things,”
husband, Susan made regular trips back to the States throughout she says. “So, I did a lot of research, reached out to companies in
the 80s and 90s, and was always dazzled by the wonderful variety Europe and the States to see if I opened a shop they would supply
SUSAN’S SPECIAL ❤ 1. MADELINETOSH ❤ 2. WILDWOOD CROCHET KIT
PICKS FOR PASHMINA YARN This is really special, from Danish brand Plant
The colours and the feel Dyed by Mehlsen. Designer Mette makes
CHRISTMAS GIFTS
of this yarn are amazing, naturally dyed yarn using foraged natural plants
it’s one of my personal and materials and her Wildwood kit includes all
favourites. It’s soft, bouncy, the yarn you need to make a beautiful crochet
swishy – it’s just beautiful. scarf in tiny, tiny granny squares. Gorgeous.
Photographs right and far right: Kristin Perers
to me and they were all unbelievably supportive and excited. Then I of Amsterdam or Berlin to hunt for vintage haberdashery. This
took a leap of faith and opened Loop in Islington in 2005.” November she headed back to New York to hold Loop’s first pop-up
Like all the most successful businesses, Loop has always been shop in the States, returning ‘home’ to bring the best of British and
fuelled by a personal passion, and Susan says that in some ways some European brands to American crafters, a move that signals
she’s come full circle, returning to a love of fibre and textiles that just how much has changed in the UK artisan yarn industry since
was first sparked in childhood. Raised in New York, her mother was Susan first set up shop, when all the finest, most exciting products
an interior designer and did weaving. She sometimes hand-dyed had to travel in the other direction across the Atlantic.
jute and hemp, and Susan says she was surrounded by creative Susan’s philosophy at Loop has always been to stock the most
inspiration from an early age. “We went to the art museums in New beautiful and unique products she can find, which has ensured she
York, and my mother would take me to furniture and fabric places, always stays ahead of the curve when it comes to keeping on top of
so I was always highly exposed to lots of art, design and textiles,” she trends and taking a gamble on exciting fledgling brands. “The very
says. “I’ve knitted on and off throughout my life. I first learned to knit first yarns we stocked were names like Blue Sky Alpacas – now Blue
when I was around six and then stopped and started again when I Sky Fibers – they had never been in Europe before,” she says. “We
moved back to New York in the mid 1980s, because I passed a yarn also had Manos Del Uruguay, which had never been available in
shop that had a whole wall of Manos Del Uruguay yarn in hanks – it London before, and Colinette, which was a big seller when we first
took my breath away because I’d never seen anything like that before. opened. Also lots of yarns from the States that had never been sold in
Then I got back into it again when I had my children. I have always Europe before as the online shops and yarn fairs didn’t exist then.”
dipped in and out of knitting – and I can do a little crochet too – but I However, Loop has consistently steered clear of acrylic, polyester
was never an amazing knitter, I just loved fibre and colour.” and nylon yarns, focusing mostly on natural fibres. “From an ethical
After working as an art director for most of her career, mostly perspective and my own aesthetic, natural is what Loop has always
in publishing for companies such as Condé Nast, Susan says she been about,” she says. “However, I do try to cover a range of prices, as
had absolutely loved her job but relished the thought of a new while I know a lot of people love hand-dyed yarns not everyone can
challenge and enjoyed applying her keen eye for art and design to afford them, so I always include some basics, and still do to this day.
her vision for the shop. Loop was a ground-breaking concept in the All along, the shop has been about selling what I love – if I fall in love
UK, inspiring a new generation of discerning crafters who craved with something, I hope that other people will too, and most of the
the quality and authenticity that was so elusive at the time. Susan time this approach has worked.”
admits it’s proved to be a dream job – chatting to knitters in the The craft community has changed radically since Loop first
shop one day, the next she could be flying to India to buy ribbons opened its doors, of course, and so has the industry. Back then, Susan
and beads; or hopping over to Paris to meet a crochet designer to says the yarn companies held all the power to set new trends and
discuss her latest commissions, or heading over to the flea markets supply the products to meet them, with their patterns and products
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❤ 3. PLUCKY KNITTER
Based in Michigan, Sarah Dimond’s
Primo fingering yarn is hand dyed
and she has her bases custom milled
for us. It’s super yummy yarn and
seven of her colours are bespoke
and exclusive to Loop too.
Photographs right and below: Kristin Perers
dominating knit and crochet magazines too, but thanks to the

“Instead of buying ten balls of internet and social media, the growing numbers of independent yarn
everyday wool to make a sweater, dyers and mills, widespread and regular yarn fairs and platforms
such as Ravelry, these days yarn dyers, independent knit and crochet
people are buying two skeins of designers and crafters themselves are setting their own agenda.
beautiful artisan hand-dyed And what they want is something authentic and natural rather than
something man-made and mass-produced, and the pieces they prefer
yarn to make a shawl” to make favour quality over quantity too.
“When we first opened everyone was buying chunky yarn like
Rowan Big Wool which is great for beginners and for making quick
knits, but now we sell hardly any chunky wool and more 4-ply
fingering yarns for delicate pieces like shawls,” she says. “These
days people are definitely spending more and buying less. Instead
of buying ten balls of everyday wool to make a sweater, people are
buying two skeins of beautiful artisan hand-dyed yarn to make a
shawl. It might be more expensive than a sweater would have been to
make, but it gives them greater pleasure. Knitters and crocheters are
much more clued up now, they are more educated about yarns, they
are interested in its provenance. It’s exactly like what’s happened
with the Slow Food movement too – people want to know where their
yarn comes from, just like they do with their ingredients.
“It’s undoubtedly the biggest change since I first opened Loop. Back
then people were only exposed to whatever the major yarn companies
put out there, but now it’s a whole new world in the fibre community.”
To meet the demand for Loop’s impossibly soft, tactile yarns in
an array of covetable shades, Susan sources products from around
the world and often works with producers to create bespoke ranges
for the shop or yarns in exclusive colours, but says she’s always
searching for the next special something that makes her heart soar.
“We are looking for people doing something genuinely, completely
Eden Cottage YarnS Moel View Holo Glitter
“When I find something special it’s often an emotional,

instinctive response. A new yarn has to spark something in me”
different. For example, Victoria at Eden Cottage Yarns,” she says. But Susan is keen to point out that not everything in the shop is
“When I saw her yarns I immediately responded and just flipped a budget-buster, there are some very affordable, everyday yarns
over them. I loved the British fibre, her unique palette of slightly too. “Danish brand CaMaRose is not hand dyed, it comes in either a
silverised colours, and she was lovely too – it just made me want beautiful merino or just a plain everyday wool, it’s totally affordable
her products in the shop. I immediately wanted to give her yarn to and basic, but Trine Bertelsen’s colour palette is beautiful, they are
some designers to make something beautiful with it. When I find such clear, happy colours. Trine herself is a fantastic designer so
something special it’s often an emotional, instinctive response. she provides great pattern support using the yarns. It’s affordable
A new yarn has to spark something in me.” and plain but I really love it, and although I already have regular
Another British brand stocked at Loop is Moel View, and Susan plain yarn from brands such as Rico in the shop, I just wanted
says she particularly loves independent dyer Paula Goosen’s CaMaRose in the shop too and it’s sold fantastically well. So it
naturally dyed yarns. “Paula is based in Wales and she uses doesn’t necessarily have to be luxurious for me to stock it, it just has
natural botanical dyes made from plants, barks and roots foraged to be something authentic and different.”
locally. Her Bliss merino and silk blend yarn would be lovely for a Although Susan is primarily a knitter herself, she always
Christmas gift or project.” ensures there are crochet experts on hand among her staff, and
Lykke driftwood crochet hooks CaMaRoSe
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The Uncommon
Handmaiden Thread LuSh
CaSbah BC Garn Jade Saphire Shalimar
Jaipur Exotic FibreS YarnS WorSted
Silk Fino Mongolian Breathless
CaShmere
HEAVENLY YARNS
Jewel-inspired skeins to treat yourself
or someone special this festive season, for
heirloom makes or luxury gifts.
All yarns available from Loop, 15 Camden Passage,
Islington, London, N1 8EA
or www.loopknittingshop.com
Jade Saphire Exotic Fibres Mongolian Cashmere

100% cashmere • 55g/137m/150yds • £39.95
Loop stocks an impressive 49 modern colours of this stunningly soft, 6ply,
Mongolian cashmere (we worked up Blue Spruce). All skeins are hand-
dyed and therefore unique. Working the yarn is incredible, with the silk-like
properties even causing a ‘squeak’ against a metal hook, it is SO smooth. A
delight to have against the hands (think pretty wristwarmers) or against the
face in a luxury cowl.
Sophie Digard
Shalimar Yarns Breathless
75% SW Merino/15% cashmere/10% silk • 100g/384m/420yds • £28
the shop has plenty to tempt you to get out your hook, from This semi-solid range of sumptuous, hand-dyed 3ply is a wonderfully
practical accessories to beautiful patterns by designers such as luxurious yarn to use for one-skein projects due to its generous yardage. The
Quince & Co, Big Bad Wool and Mrs Moon. Loop also stocks superwash Merino blend would be perfect for some really pretty crocheted
an exquisite selection of handmade merino and linen wraps, long socks. In addition to being heavenly against the skin, the subtle tonal
bags, toys, necklaces and brooches all crocheted, embroidered changes of the colourways give the fabric a really beautiful depth. We used
and hand-sewn by Parisian designer Sophie Digard, which the Loop exclusive Parma Violet.
would all make beautiful gifts too. But if you fancy making
something fun, Susan recommends looking out for the
imminent arrival of a new crochet kit to make ‘Lopsy Rabbit’, BC Garn Jaipur Silk Fino
a project created by new designer Thandi Pritchard, which 100% mulberry silk • 50g/300m/328yds • £16
Susan says “is just adorable”. The finest of laceweight silk, for a truly delicate shawl or wrap. The Jaipur
The festive season is the perfect opportunity to splash Silk Fino shimmers beautifully with stunning depth and crochets as if you are
out on a luxurious yarn, either to make a handmade gift or hooking magical cobwebs. The Danish yarn is available in 30 jewel-like shades
as a treat for yourself, so if you’re thinking of asking Father (we used h25), perfect for combining in a really stunning keepsake project.
Christmas for something lovely to pop on your hook, how does
Susan recommend you get the best value for money from a
special skein. “I’d make a cowl,” she says. “The thing about The Uncommon Thread Lush Worsted
luxury yarn is it usually feels incredible against your skin, 80% SW Merino/10% cashmere/10% nylon • 100g/210m/230yds • £24
so a cowl or wrap or shawl that you can swoosh around your Hand-dyed in Brighton by the ethically conscious TUT company, this
neck feels lovely. I love the crochet patterns from The Crochet gorgeous, worsted weight, generous skein would be perfect for baby
Project – created by designers Joanne Scrace and Kat Goldin. garments or sumptuous next-to-skin projects. ‘Lush’ is an apt title as the dye
They sell really well in the shop, and a lot of their patterns shimmers from the plump base and it is a joy to hook with. A gentle steam
are great for one or two skeins as they are mostly accessories. block left a deliciously soft fabric with wonderful definition and real depth of
I recommend taking a look at those if you have something colour. We worked up the stunning Mermaid deep green.
special to use.”
On the subject of special purchases, Susan’s personal pick
for a thoughtful gift this Christmas would be a skein or two of Handmaiden Casbah
Madelinetosh Merino Light and Holo Glitter. Dyed by hand 80% Merino/10% nylon/10% cashmere • 115g/325m/365yds • £24.99
in Texas using ethically-sourced South African wool, it has a Hand-dyed in Canada, Loop has a range of 43 stunning colourways of this
gorgeously tasteful hint of glitter. “I’d give a friend a skein of it ultra-soft, wonderfully light sock yarn that is also perfect for shawls and
in Night Bloom, it’s such a lovely shade,” she says. “As for my other delicates. Nylon gives the yarn strength but the blend still feels like the
own stocking, I’d love to wake up on Christmas morning and ultimate luxury. The depth of colour in Tourmaline is extraordinary with subtle
find a set of ten Lykke driftwood crochet hooks. They are made differences in the take up of dye, creating natural tonal changes resulting in a
of birchwood that looks like driftwood, they are so beautiful. truly unique make.
This set is a really special gift for a crocheter and it would
Round flower motif from 201 Crochet Motifs, Blocks, Projects and Ideas by
really inspire me to do more crochet!” Melody Griffiths. Cico Books
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➻ MAKE IT Pattern instructions
MATERIALS
● Sirdar No 1, 50% acrylic/
50% nylon,
100g/230m/252yds
Shades: Dove White 203
Fog 213
Glow 204
Jade 200
Luna 201
Palm 219
Pure Scarlet 214
Loop London is a treasure trove of beautiful artisan yarns, vintage haberdashery and
Rosebud 206
Spearmint 205
Watermelon 218
gorgeous handmade pieces, all carefully curated by owner Susan Cropper. Join us as we
Wave 220
Wishbone 202
● Rico Design Fashion Cotton
indulge in a little fantasy Christmas shopping, while Susan shares her tips for best buys. Métallisé DK, 53% cotton/35%
acrylic/12% metallic yarn,
50g/130m/142yds
Shades: Amthyst 009
By LINDSEY HARRAD Chrome 010
Gold 003
Platinum 001
Rose Gold 007
M
Rose Quarz 008
any years ago, in a time before Ravelry, before of yarns available over there – and dismayed by the relatively Silver 004
Steel Grey 005
Instagram, and even before Inside Crochet limited offerings in the UK at the time. “This was pre-Ravelry ● 4mm hook
● Yarn needle
magazine, Susan Cropper dreamed of opening days, of course, and before the Internet thing really had taken ● Scissors
● PVA glue
her own shop, which would be filled to the rafters off and long before social media,” she says. “Back then it was ● Small brush
● Pins
with the most exquisite hand-dyed, natural yarns from around difficult to find really lovely yarn in the UK other than brands ● Blocking board/foam tiles
the world along with beautiful vintage haberdashery, gorgeous such as Rowan and Debbie Bliss, which was really good quality, YARN ALTERNATIVES
You can use any DK weight yarn
patterns, designer-made pieces and all the accessories you could but didn’t offer much choice. I was so frustrated, and local to achieve a similar effect.
ever desire to indulge your favourite yarn crafts. independent yarn shops were often full of acrylics and horrible TENSION
When her dream finally came true, she says the queue out the synthetic yarns. I just couldn’t believe that in a city like London
Exact tension is not required for
this piece.
door on the very first day made her realise how many people there wasn’t a really beautiful yarn shop. MEASUREMENTS
wanted and needed what she was offering at Loop. “From day “I knew beautiful yarns and patterns were out there, and I had After blocking, each bauble
measures approx 20cm/8in high
one it was overwhelming, the excitement and passion for what I seen gorgeous things being made in fibre by designer makers, and 10cm/4in wide.
was doing with the shop. People were just so thrilled to see what and it really excited me. I also couldn’t find any knitting or DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY
Christmas Baubles
Alessandra shares patterns and
we were stocking.” crochet classes other than for beginners. I really felt there was photo tutorials on her blog
www.homemadeatmyplace.
As a New Yorker who had moved to London with her British a need for a wonderful place that could offer all these things,” blogspot.com and posts
BY ALESSANDRA POGGIAGLIOLMI frequently on Instagram
husband, Susan made regular trips back to the States throughout she says. “So, I did a lot of research, reached out to companies in @homemadeatmyplace.
The perfect sparkling touch to add
the 80s and 90s, and was always dazzled by the wonderful variety Europe and the States to see if I opened a shop they would supply PATTERN NOTES
to your Christmas tree this year. Starting from Rnd 4, the circular
shape of the bauble will see the
addition of a “neck”. Keep this in
ADD TO THE STASH mind when following the pattern.
Buy this silk-blend yarn from
www.lovecrochet.com Small amounts only are needed
of all yarns.
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YOUR PATTERN INSTRUCTIONS START HERE
BEGINNER EASY INTERMEDIATE ADVANCED
Midas Touch Amber & Amethyst Midnight Moonstone Urban Landscape Onyx
Shrug Cowl Top Shawl Top
Cassie Ward Elisabeth Davis de Herraiz Sue Maton Helda Panagary Annelies Baes
Page 44 Page 47 Page 48 Page 54 Page 56
Topaz & Tourmaline Royal Tartan Houndstooth Shell Ruffle Rose

Wrap Blanket Purse Clutch Brooch
Carmen Heffernan Stylecraft Design Team Rosina Northcott Tracey Todhunter Rosina Northcott
Joy Winter Alpaca Vintage Garnet Christmas

Banner Wreath Donkey Toddler Tunic Baubles
Dawn Curran Irene Strange Stylecraft Design Team Tracey Todhunter Alessandra Poggiagliolmi
MATERIALS
Métallisé DK, 53% cotton/
35% acrylic/12% metallic
fibres, 50g/130m/142yds
Yarn A: Gold 003 x 9 (9,
11, 11) balls
Yarn B: Onyx 006 x 9 (9,
11, 11) balls
● 4mm (4.5mm, 5mm, 6mm)
hook (see Pattern Notes)
YARN ALTERNATIVES
that works to the same tension
for this design.
TENSION
Work one motif to measure
12.5 (13, 13.5, 14.5)cm/5 (5, 5¼,
5¾)in square using 4mm (4.5mm,
5mm, 6mm) hook, or size needed
to obtain tension.
DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY
Cassie loves to crochet clothing.
She’s largely inspired by a desire
to be different and always
wants to make something that
turns heads!
PATTERN NOTES
Pattern is sized by changing
hook size – be sure to choose the
correct hook size and work to
the correct tension for your
desired measurements.
Make 36 motifs in total; 18

motifs in each colourway as folls:
GROUP 1
Rnds 1, 3, 6 & 7: Yarn A.
Rnds 2, 4 & 5: Yarn B.
GROUP 2
Rnds 1, 3, 6 & 7: Yarn B.
Rnds 2, 4 & 5: Yarn A.
Motifs can be joined using join-

as-you-go method on Rnd 7 or
Midas Touch Shrug

sew together.
Join in rows of six motifs. Sample
alternates one of each colour.
BY CASSIE WARD MOTIF

START Make 36
This striking design is worked in a metallic yarn and an With 4mm (4.5mm,
5mm, 6mm) hook and yarn as
absolute must-make for the Christmas party season! specified in Pattern Notes, 5ch,
sl st to form ring.
Rnd 1: 3ch (counts as 1tr here
ADD TO THE STASH and throughout), 15tr in ring, join
Buy this shimmering yarn from with a sl st, changing to next yarn
www.blacksheepwools.com on last pull through – 16tr.
Rnd 2: 4ch (counts as 1tr, 1ch),
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[1tr, 1ch] in each tr – 16tr,16ch-sp.
Fasten off.
chain stitch (ch)
Rnd 3: Join new yarn in top of
slip stitch (sl st)
any tr, 3ch (counts as 1tr), 2tr in
ch-sp, [1tr, 2tr in ch-sp] 15 times double crochet (dc) 7
6
– 48tr.
Fasten off. treble crochet (tr)
3 4 5
Rnd 4: Join new yarn in top of 2
any tr, *10ch, miss 2 tr, 1dc in 1
next tr, 3ch, miss 2tr, 1dc in next
tr, 5ch, miss 2 tr, 1dc in next tr, (counts as 1dc, 2ch, 1dc), 5ch,
3ch, miss 2tr, 1dc in next tr; rep miss 5 tr, 1tr in space between
from * three more times. 5 tr and 7 tr, 3ch, miss 3 tr, 1dc
Rnd 5: Sl st in 10ch-sp, *3ch, in top of fourth of 7tr, 3ch, miss
(4tr, 3ch, 5tr) in same ch-sp, 1dc 3 tr, 1tr between last 7 tr and
in 3ch-sp, 7tr in 5ch-sp, 1dc in 5 tr, 5ch; rep from * three more
3ch-sp; rep from * three more times (replacing first 3ch and 1dc
times (replacing first 3ch with with (1dc, 2ch, 1dc), sl st to first
1tr), sl st in top of first 3ch. 3ch, turn.
Fasten off. Rnd 7: *Sl st in 5ch-sp, *3ch, 4tr
in same sp, 3tr in 3ch-sp, 3tr in
Rnd 6: Join new yarn in any next 3ch-sp, 5tr in 5ch-sp, (3tr,
corner sp, *3ch, 1dc in same sp 2ch,3tr) in corner sp; rep from *
chain stitch (ch)

slip stitch (sl st)
double crochet (dc)
treble crochet (tr)
34
3
B D
Armband
Pattern instructions
Armband
➻ MAKE IT
A A C C
B D
34dc
34dc
34dc
34dc
34dc
34dc
A B B D D
C
Armband
Armband
Armband
Armband
Motif
B B D D
34dc
34dc
34dc
34dc
A A C C
MotifMotif
three times (replacing first 3ch
with 1tr), sl st in top of 3ch.
JOINING
Join motifs either by working
continual joining in Row 7
or sewing through blo once
complete.
Join in whatever colour pattern
desired, or use pictures as a
guide, making a large square of
six motifs per row and column.
ARMBANDS
Row 1: With yarn B, evenly
distribute 134dc along one edge.
Row 2: 1ch, dc to end, change to
yarn A on last pull through.
Rows 3 & 4: Rep Row 2,
changing to yarn B on last pull
through of Row 4.
Row 5: Rep Row 2.
Fasten off.
Rep on opposite edge of
garment.
Fold corners in, working along

Row 5 of armband, join corners,
working in blo work 1dc in first
34dc. Fasten off.
Rep on other side.
EDGING
Rnd 1: Join yarn B, evenly work
264dc around edge, sl st to
join, turn. S M L XL
Rnd 2: 1ch, dc around, sl st to ACTUAL CHEST 79.5 84 88.5 93 cm
join changing to yarn A on last
31¼ 33 34¾ 36½ in
pull through, turn.
Rows 3 & 4: 1ch, dc to end, turn. SHOULDER TO SHOULDER 39.5 42 44.5 47 cm
Fasten off. 15½ 16½ 17½ 18½ in
LENGTH TO UNDERARM 41.5 46 48.5 52 cm
FINISHING END
16¼ 18¼ 19 20½ in
Weave in ends.
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alternative yarn for this design.
Alternatively, any standard aran-
weight yarn with a high wool
content would be suitable to
make the cowl.
TENSION
Work 6 sts and 9 rows in main
pattern to measure 10 x 10cm/
4 x 4in using 5.5mm hook, or size
required to obtain tension.
MEASUREMENTS
Circumference: 57cm/22½in.
Depth: 23cm/9in.
DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY
Elisabeth is a crochet addict
hoping to pass on her passion and
inspire crocheters to pick up their
hooks and get lost in the stitches!
Find her as ElizyArt on Instagram
and Ravelry and read her blog at
www.elizyart.blogspot.com.
PATTERN NOTES
Make the cowl longer or shorter
by increasing or decreasing the
row repeats, and make thicker
stripes of colour by increasing
the row repeats between
colour changes.
COWL
START With yarn A, 36ch.
Row 1: (RS) (1dc, 1ch,
Amber & Amethyst Cowl

1tr) in third ch from hook, miss
2 ch, [(1dc, 1ch, 1tr) in next ch, miss
2 ch] to end, 1dc in last ch, turn
– 11 x (1dc, 1ch, 1tr) groups, 2dc.
BY ELISABETH DAVIS DE HERRAIZ Row 2: (WS) 1ch (counts as 1dc
here and throughout), [(1dc, 1ch,
1tr) in 1ch-sp] to end, 1dc in last
Rich tones and a luxurious Merino and yak blend st, turn.
yarn make for a warm and snuggly cowl that Rows 3 & 4: Rep Row 2 twice
with yarn B.
adapts perfectly to your style and wardrobe. Rows 5 & 6: Rep Row 2 twice
with yarn A.
Rows 7–58: Rep Rows 3–6
thirteen times.
Rows 59 & 60: Rep Row 2 twice
MATERIALS with yarn B.
● The Yarn Collective Hudson
ADD TO THE STASH Worsted, 85% wool/15% yak, BORDER
Buy this wool-blend yarn from 100g/180m/196yds With yarn A, work one row in
www.lovecrochet.com Yarn A: Cortland Amorino Red evenly spaced reverse dc along
405 x 1 skein one long side of cowl.
Yarn B: Terrapin Pumpkin 406 Rep along other side using yarn B.
x 1 skein
● 5.5mm hook FINISHING
● One stitch marker Sl st short sides together to
form a circle.
YARN ALTERNATIVES Fasten off, weave in
Drops Big Merino (100% wool, ends and block to END
50g/75m/82yds) would be a great measurements.
MATERIALS Use the schematic/assembly

● Fyberspates Scrumptious 4ply, diagrams to ensure “join as
45% silk/55% Merino wool, you go” connections are
100g/365m/399yds worked correctly.
Yarn A: Baby Pink 306
x 2 skeins Ensure motifs are all joined with
Yarn B: Midnight 309 (RS) facing.
x 2 skeins
● 2.5mm & 3.25mm hooks Weave in ends as you go.
(size S/M)
● 2.75mm & 3.5mm hooks (size L) SPECIAL STITCHES
● Yarn needle Large Picot Point: 5ch, sl st
in second ch, 3ch, sl st in same
YARN ALTERNATIVES second ch, 3ch, sl st in same
Other 4ply yarns with similar fibre second ch.
content could be substituted for
this design. 6-POINTED
START SNOWFLAKE
TENSION Make 110
Work Snowflake Motif to measure With yarn A 4ch, join with sl st to
approximately 7 (7.5)cm/2¾ (3)in form ring.
from point to point (before Rnd 1: 1ch, 11dc in ring, sl st to
blocking), using 3.25mm (3.5mm) 1ch to join – 12dc.
hook or size required to obtain Rnd 2: 1ch, [3ch, miss 1 dc, 1dc in
tension. next dc] to end, ending 3ch, sl st
in 1ch to join – 6 3ch-sps.
After Rnd 5 motif should Rnd 3: 1ch, *1dc, 1htr, 1tr, Large
measure approximately 9 (9.5)cm/ Picot Point (see Special Stitches)
3½ (3¾)in from picot to picot 1ch, 1tr, 1htr, 1dc) in 3ch-sp, 1dc
(before blocking) using 3.25mm in next dc; rep from * to end, sl st
(3.5mm) hook or size required to in 1ch – 6 points.
obtain tension. Fasten off.
It is important that the tension 5-POINTED SNOWFLAKE
Midnight
is accurate, so several hook sizes (NECKLINE)
may need to be tried to achieve Make six
the correct size. Work as for 6-Pointed Snowflake
Moonstone Top
to end of Rnd 1.
The final round for the neck Rnd 2: 1ch, *3ch, [miss 1 dc, 1dc
and hem is worked on 2.5mm in next st] three times, 2dc, 3ch,
(2.75mm) hook. This could be miss 1 dc, 1dc in next dc, 3ch, sl st
worked on a larger hook if the in 1ch to join – 5 3ch-sps.
BY SUE MATON
edges are too tight. Rnd 3: 1ch, *(1dc, 1htr, 1tr, Large
Picot Point, 1ch, 1tr, 1htr, 1dc) in
Inspired by the geometry of DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY 3ch sp, 1dc in next dc; rep from *
snowflakes, this luxurious Sue is a full-time textile designer twice more, 2dc, **(1dc, 1htr, 1tr,
and teacher working under the Large Picot Point, 1ch, 1tr, 1htr,
evening top is perfect for the brand name The Mercerie. 1dc) in 3ch-sp, 1dc in next st; rep
mid-winter party season. Find her online at from ** once more, sl st in 1ch
www.themercerie.co.uk – 5 points.
Fasten off.
PATTERN NOTES
This top is made of individual 4-POINTED SNOWFLAKE
crochet snowflakes worked in (HEM)
yarn A, which are then “joined Make 8
ADD TO THE STASH
Buy this silk-blend yarn from as you go” using yarn B. Work as for 6-Pointed Snowflake
www.lovecrochet.com to end of Rnd 1.
The neck edge and bottom hem Rnd 2: 1ch, [3ch, miss 1dc, 1dc
include “partial snowflakes” in next dc] three times, 4dc, 3ch,
which have points missing to sl st in 1ch to join – 4 3ch-sps.
achieve a smooth edge. Rnd 3: 1ch, *(1dc, 1htr, 1tr, Large
Picot Point, 1ch, 1tr, 1htr, 1dc) in
The tip of each snowflake point 3ch-sp, dc in next dc; rep from *
has a “3picot-point” made up of twice more, 1dc in next dc, 2dc in
three 3ch-picots. each of next 3 dc, 1dc in next dc,
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3
2
1
3
2
1
3
2
1
Midnight Moonstone Top
3
2
1
3
2
1
3
2
1
(1dc, 1htr, 1tr, Large Picot Point, back in corresponding 3ch-picot

1ch, 1tr, 1htr, 1dc) in 3ch-sp, 1dc of next motif, pick up working st
in next dc, sl st in 1ch and pull through, work third ch of
– 4 points. Fasten off. 3ch-picot, cont with patt.
When joining third picot in two
JOINING 6-POINTED previously joined picots, do
SNOWFLAKES this through either of the two
WORKING FIRST MOTIF joined picots.
Rnd 4: Join yarn B in 3ch-picot
at tip of first Large Picot Point, Joining at a 5ch-sp: Work first
1ch, 1dc in same 3ch-picot, *2ch, 3ch of 5ch, remove hook from 3
1dc in next 3ch-picot, 2ch, sl st working st and insert back in 2
in centre of 3ch (at base of Large corresponding 5ch-sp of next 1
Picot Point), 3ch, miss 3 sts, 1dc in motif, pick up working st and pull 3
next dc, miss 3 sts, sl st in centre through, 2ch, cont with patt. 2
1
of next 3ch picot-point, 2ch, 1dc
in next 3ch-picot, 2ch, 1dc in next Join 100 6-Pointed Snowflakes 3
3ch-picot (at top of Large Picot as indicated by pink stars on 2
Point); rep from * to end, ending schematic, overleaf. 1
with 2ch, sl st in 1ch to join.
Rnd 5: *3ch, sl st in 1 dc, sl st in JOINING 5-POINTED
each of next 2 ch, sl st in next dc, SNOWFLAKES (NECK)
chain stitch (ch)
5ch, sl st in first dc of next Large Join at 3ch-picots and 5ch-sps
Picot Point, sl st in each of next as before. Insert 5-pointed slip stitch (sl st)
2 ch, sl st in next dc; rep from * snowflake motifs in neck edge double crochet (dc)
to end (working first sl st of each as indicated by blue stars on sts, sl st in centre of next 3 picot-
rep in same dc as last sl st of rep), schematic, overleaf. point, 2ch, 1dc in next 3ch-picot,
ending with sl st in each of last 2ch, 1dc in next 3ch-picot**; rep treble crochet (tr)
3 ch. Fasten off. Rnd 4: Join yarn B join in 3ch- from * to ** once more, 2ch,
picot at tip of first snowflake 1dc in next 3ch-picot, 2ch, sl st
JOINING MOTIFS picot-point, 1ch, 1dc in same 3ch- in centre of 3 picot-point, 3ch,
Joining at a 3ch-picot: Work picot, *2ch, 1dc in next 3ch-picot, miss 3 sts, 3dc, miss 3 sts, sl st
first 2ch of 3ch-picot, remove 2ch, sl st in centre of 3 picot- in centre of 3 picot-point, 2ch,
chain stitch (ch)
hook from working st and insert point, 3ch, miss 3 sts, 1dc, miss 3 1dc in next 3ch-picot, 2ch, 1dc in
slip
chainstitch (sl(ch)
stitch st) www.insidecrochet.co.uk 49
next 3ch-picot, rep from * to **

twice more ending with 2ch, sl st
in 1 ch.
Rnd 5: *3ch, sl st in 1dc, sl st in

each of next 2 ch, sl st in next
dc, 5ch, sl st in first dc of next 3
picot-point, sl st in each of next
2 ch, sl st in next dc**, rep from *
to ** once more, 3ch, sl st in 1dc,
sl st in each of next 2 ch, sl st in 52 (58.5)cm/20½ (23)in
next dc, 5ch, miss 1dc, 1dc, miss
1dc, 5ch, sl st in first dc of next
3picot-point, sl st in each of next
57 (64)cm/22½ (25)in
2 ch, sl st in next dc, rep from * to

** once more ending with sl st in
each of next 2 ch, sl st in 1 ch.
Fasten off.
BLOCKING
Block work before joining side and
sleeve seams.
Pin work out on a clean, smooth

surface with WS facing. Make sure
it is laying square and ease it in
the correct measurements:
S/M Body width: 48cm/19in, 104 (117)cm/41 (46)in

complete length from top to
bottom: 114cm/45in.
L Body width: 53cm/21in, sl st in centre of 3 picot-point,

complete length from top to 3ch, miss 3 sts, 1dc, miss 3 sts,
bottom: 127cm/50in. sl st in centre of next 3 picot-
Use a steam iron to thoroughly point, 2ch, 1dc in next 3ch-picot,
steam the work. 2ch, 1dc in next 3ch-picot**, rep
Allow to cool and dry whilst flat. from * to ** once more, 2ch,
1dc in next 3ch-picot, 2ch, sl st in
JOINING SLEEVE & centre of 3 picot-point, 3ch, miss
SIDE SEAMS 3 sts, 1dc, 2ch, miss 3 sts, 1dc in
The sleeve and side seams are between third and fourth dc, 2ch,
joined using rem 6-pointed miss 3 dc, 1dc in next st, 3ch, sl
snowflakes. st in centre of next 3 picot-point,
2ch, 1dc in next 3ch-picot, 2ch,
Join in eight side seam snowflakes 1dc in next 3ch-picot, 2ch, sl st in
as indicated by green stars in top centre of 3 picot-point, 3ch, miss
schematic, opposite. 3 sts, 1dc, miss 3 sts, sl st in centre
Join in two sleeve seam of next 3 picot-point, 2ch, 1dc in
snowflakes as indicated by next 3ch-picot, 2ch, sl st in 1ch.
green stars in bottom schematic,
opposite. Rnd 5: *3ch, sl st in 1dc, sl st in
each of next 2ch, sl st in next dc,
JOINING 4-POINTED 5ch, sl st in first dc of next 3picot-
SNOWFLAKE MOTIFS (HEM) point, sl st in next 2ch, sl st in next
Join at 3ch-picots and 5ch-sps as dc; rep from * once more, 3ch, sl st
previously. in 1dc, sl st in each of next 2ch, sl
Insert eight 4-pointed snowflake st in next dc, 5ch, 2dc in 2ch-sp,
motifs along hem in gaps miss 1dc, 2dc in 2ch-sp, 5ch, sl st
between 6-pointed stars. in first dc of next 3picot-point, sl st
in next 2ch, sl st in next dc, 3ch, sl
Rnd 4: Join yarn B join in 3ch- st in 1dc, sl st in each of next 2ch,
picot at tip of first snowflake sl st in next dc, 5 ch, sl st in first dc
point, 1ch, 1dc in same 3ch-picot, of next 3picot-point, sl st in each of
*2ch, 1dc in next 3ch-picot, 2ch, next 2ch, sl st in 1ch. Fasten off
50 Inside Crochet
Don’t join Don’t join
at this at this
picot point picot point
Rnd 3: 5sl st blo, [3ch, sl st in Neck Edging.

1 ch, miss 1 st, 5sl st blo] to end. Fasten off
Fasten off.
FINAL BLOCKING
HEM EDGING Lay work out on a clean
Rnd 1: With 3.25mm (3.5mm) smooth surface again, pin in
hook, join yarn A to any 5ch-sp shape and give it a gentle, final
on a 6 pointed snowflake 1ch, steam, allow to cool and dry
*3dc in 5ch-sp, 3ch, 3dc in space whilst flat.
under picot join (counts as ch-sp),
3ch, 3dc in next 5ch-sp, 4dc, 3dc AFTERCARE
in next 5ch-sp, 3ch, 3dc in next Hand wash gently at
ch-sp, 3ch; rep from * to end, sl st 30 degrees and allow
in 1ch. to dry flat. Do not hang END
Rnds 2 & 3: As Rnds 2 & 3 of – store flat.
S/M L
TO FIT BUST 97 110 cm
NECK EDGING from * to end, sl st in 1ch. 38 43¾ in

Rnd 1: With 3.25mm (3.5mm) ACTUAL BUST 104 117 cm
hook, join yarn A to any 5ch-sp, Rnd 2: 1ch, 1dc in every dc and
41 46 in
1ch, *3dc in 5ch-sp, 3ch, 3dc in 3dc in every 3ch-sp around, sl st
space under picot join (counts as in 1ch. LENGTH 57 64 cm
ch-sp), 3ch, 3dc in next ch-sp, Change to 2.5mm (2.75mm)
22½ 25 cm
3ch, 3dc in next ch-sp, 3ch; rep hook.
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Urban Landscape Shawl

MATERIALS
● MrB @birdstreetuk,
75% Merino wool/
25% nylon,
BY HELDA PANAGARY 100g/425m/465yds
Yarn A: Rust Bucket x 1 skein
This design is inspired by the old rusty corrugated Yarn B: Just Rust x 1 skein
● Any sock-weight yarn
panels that are used as fencing on building sites. Yarn C: Mustard x 10g
● 4mm hook
TENSION
Exact tension is not critical for
ADD TO THE STASH
Buy this wool-blend yarn from this design.
www.birdstreetuk.etsy.com
DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY
Helda is hopelessly devoted to
yarn, and is constantly working
to transform it to modern
wearable crochet.
PATTERN NOTES
A simple textured unisex shawl,
this is crocheted from the bottom
up to make this easily adaptable
to any size.
A large triangle that can be
folded in half to create diagonal
striping for a different look.
54 Inside Crochet
SHAWL Change to yarn B. next st] to end, (1dc, 1ch, 1dc) in carefully slide scissors between
END Wind off 5g of yarn A Next Row: 3ch, miss first htr, 3ch-sp, turn. the wrapped yarn and cardboard.
to be used for tassels. [1dc in next ch-sp, 1ch, miss Rep last row a further ten times. Cut wrapped yarn, freeing it
With yarn A, 3ch. next st] to end, (1dc, 1ch, 1dc) in Change to yarn C. from cardboard.
Row 1: 1dc in third ch from 3ch-sp, turn. Rep last row four more times.
hook, turn – 1dc, 1 2ch-sp. Next Row: 3ch, miss first dc, Fasten off and weave in all ends. Cut another 38cm/15in length
Row 2: 3ch, (1dc, 1ch, 1dc) in [1dc in next ch-sp, 1ch, miss of yarn.
2ch-sp, turn. next st] to end, (1dc, 1ch, 1dc) in FINISHING Lay it horizontally on a flat surface.
Row 3: 3ch, miss first dc, [1dc 3ch-sp, turn. Make tassels by wrapping yarn Lay tassel on top of this strand so
in next 1ch-sp, 1ch, miss next st] Rep last row a further 19 times. around a piece of cardboard that strand is approx 2cm/¾in from
to end 3ch-sp, (1dc, 1ch, 1dc) in is 1cm/½in longer than desired top of tassel.
3ch-sp, turn. Next Row: 3ch, miss first dc, finished length of tassel. Tie a tight knot around loose
Row 4: Rep Row 3 until [1htr in next ch-sp, 1ch, Sample used a piece of strands.
60g of yarn has been used miss next st] to end, (1htr, cardboard approx 15cm/6in long Wrap the tails of strand around
(including 5g set aside for tassels) 1ch, 1htr) in 3ch-sp, turn. resulting in a 14cm/5½in tassel. cinched tassel a few times to
– approximately 93 rows. Next Row: 3ch, miss first htr, The yarn was wrapped around cover knot.
[1htr in next ch-sp, 1ch, miss approximately 30 times.
Next Row: 3ch, miss first dc, next st] to end, (1htr, 1ch, 1htr) in Cut yarn. To secure tails, using a yarn
[1htr in next ch-sp, 1ch, miss 3ch-sp, turn. Cut a 38cm/15in length of yarn needle or crochet hook, bring
next st] to end, (1htr, 1ch, 1htr) Rep last row a further 13 times. and thread it on to a yarn needle. them under the cinching strand
in 3ch-sp, turn. Bring the needle under the wraps from the top and down the
Next Row: 3ch, miss first htr, Next Row: 3ch, miss first htr, of yarn at top of cardboard. centre of tassel to join the other
[1htr in next ch-sp, 1ch, miss [1dc in next ch-sp, 1ch, miss Remove needle and tie a tight strands of tassel.
next st] to end, (1htr, 1ch, 1htr) next st] to end, (1dc, 1ch, 1dc) in knot around wraps. Gently shake tassel and trim
in 3ch-sp, turn. 3ch-sp, turn. (Later you can use these tails to ends neatly.
Rep last row until all of yarn A Next Row: 3ch, miss first dc, attach the tassel.) Use tails at top to END
has been used (approx 14 rows). [1dc in next ch-sp, 1ch, miss At opposite end of cardboard, attach tassel.
MATERIALS
● Lang Yarns Merino Perliné,
89% wool/11% glass (beads),
25g/122m/133yds,
Shade: Marine 951.0035
x 6 (6, 7, 7, 8, 8) balls
● 3.5mm & 3.75mm hooks
YARN ALTERNATIVES
This yarn can be difficult to
find in the UK – try Lang Yarns
Stellina Perliné, Lang Yarns Stellina
Paillettes or Lang Yarns Merino
Paillettes as sparkly alternatives.
TENSION
Work 12 rows in pattern, starting
with 23ch and working (3TrG,
3dc, 1tr) at each end of row, to
measure 10 x 10cm/4 x 4in using
3.75mm hook, or size required to
obtain tension. See Tension Chart,
overleaf.
SPECIAL STITCHES
Treble Group (TrG): (1tr, 2ch, 1tr,
2ch, 1tr) worked in a ch or ch-sp.
Patt St: [2ch, miss next 2ch-sp,
TrG in next 2ch-sp (ie before next
dc), 2ch, miss next 2ch-sp, 1dc
in next 2ch-sp (ie first 2ch-sp of
next TrG)], work stated number
of times.
DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY
Annelies loves making garments
that fit well and make every
woman shine! View more of her
designs at www.ravelry.com/
designers/annelies-baes-vicarno.
PATTERN NOTES
Back and front parts are worked
separately. The waterfall neckline
is created by increasing stitches on
the front side.
The front has fewer rows than
back. This way the waterfall
effect on the front can be
accentuated by pulling the
Onyx Top
shoulders a little to the front.
Side seams are closed, as well as

shoulder seams.
BY ANNELIES BAES Small edgings at the bottom of
the top and armholes finish
A luxurious festive top, worked this design.
in beaded Merino wool. BACK

START With 3.75mm hook, 83
(89, 95, 101, 107, 119)ch.
Row 1: (RS) TrG (see Special
Stitches) in sixth ch from hook,
2ch, miss 2 ch, 1dc in next ch,
[2ch, miss 2 ch, TrG in next ch,
56 Inside Crochet
2ch, miss 2 ch, 1dc in next ch] miss next 2ch-sp, TrG in next 2ch- 5 (5,5 (5,
5.5,5.5,
5.5,
5.5,6.5,
6.5, 6.5)cm
6.5)cm
12 (13, 14, 15, 16, 18) times, sp, 2ch, miss next 2ch-sp, 1dc in 2 (2,2 (2,
2¼, 2¼,
2¼, 2¼,2½,
2½, 2½)in
2½)in
2ch, miss 1 ch, 1tr in last ch, next 2ch-sp, Patt St 10 (9, 10, 11,
turn – 13 (14, 15, 16, 17, 19)TrG, 12, 14) times, 2ch, 1tr in next dc,
13 (14, 15, 16, 17, 19)dc, 1tr at turn leaving rest of row unworked
each end of row. – 11 (10, 11, 12, 13, 15)TrG, 1tr at
Row 2: (WS) 3ch (counts as 1tr each end of row.
49.5 (52.5, 54.5, 57.5, 59.5, 65.5)cm

here and throughout), miss first Row 41 (41, 43, 45, 47, 49): (RS)
19½ (21, 21¾, 22¾, 23½, 26)in
49.5 (52.5, 54.5, 57.5, 59.5, 65.5)cm

2ch-sp, TrG in next 2ch-sp, 2ch, 2ch (does not count as 1tr here
19½ (21, 21¾, 22¾, 23½, 26)in

miss next 2ch-sp, 1dc in next 2ch- and throughout), miss 2ch, TrG 40 (43, 46, 49, 52, 58)cm
sp, Patt St (see Special Stitches) in next 2ch-sp, 2ch, miss next 16 (17, 18¼, 19½, 20½, 23)in
12¾ (12¾, 13½, 14¼, 14¾, 15¼)in

12 (13, 14, 15, 16, 18) times, 2ch, 2ch-sp, 1dc in next 2ch-sp, Patt St 40 (43,Across
46, 49,
Back52, 58)cm
32.5 (32.5, 34, 36, 37.5, 39)cm

1tr in third ch, turn – 13 (14, 15, 9 (8, 9, 10, 11, 13) times, 2ch, miss 16 (17, 18¼, 19½, 20½, 23)in
12¾ (12¾, 13½, 14¼, 14¾, 15¼)in

16, 17, 19)TrG, 13 (14, 15, 16, 17, next 2ch-sp, TrG in next 2ch-sp,
Across Back
32.5 (32.5, 34, 36, 37.5, 39)cm

19)dc, 1tr at each end of row. 2ch, miss next TrG, 1tr in last tr,
Row 2 forms patt row. turn – 11 (10, 11, 12, 13, 15) TrG,
Rep Row 2 a further 37 (37, 39, 2ch at beg and 1tr at end of row.
41, 43, 45) times. Row 42 (42, 44, 46, 48, 50):
Back will meas approx 32.5 (32.5, 2ch, (1tr, 2ch, 1tr) in first 2ch-sp,
34, 36, 37.5, 39)cm/12¾ (12¾, 2ch, miss next 2ch-sp, 1dc in next
13½, 14¼, 14¾, 15¼)in. 2ch-sp, Patt St 9 (8, 9, 10, 11, 13)
Cut yarn and fasten off. times, 2ch, miss next 2ch-sp, (1tr,
2ch, 1tr) in next 2ch-sp, 1dtr in
SHAPE ARMHOLES centre tr of last TrG, turn – 9 (8,
& UPPER BACK 9, 10, 11, 13)TrG and half TrG at
Row 40 (40, 42, 44, 46, 48): each end of row.
(WS) Rejoin yarn with sl st in Row 43 (43, 45, 47, 49, 51): 2ch,
second 2ch-sp of first (second, 1tr in first 2ch-sp, 2ch, miss next Patt St 8 (7, 8, 9, 10, 12) times, 2ch-sp, 1dtr in last tr, turn – 9 (8,
second, second, second, second) 2ch-sp, TrG in next 2ch-sp, miss 2ch, miss next 2ch-sp, (1tr, 2ch, 9, 10, 11, 13)TrG, 1tr at beg and
TrG, (2ch, 1tr) in same 2ch-sp, next 2ch-sp, 1dc in next 2ch-sp, 1tr) in next 2ch-sp, miss next half TrG at end of row.
41 (41, 43, 45, 47, 49)

Row 44 (44, 46, 48, 50, 52): SHAPE FRONT BACK DECREASES
2ch, 1tr in first 2ch-sp, miss next Row 34 (34, 36, 38, 40, 42):
2ch-sp, TrG in next 2ch-sp, 2ch, (WS) 3ch, miss first 2ch-sp, TrG
43 (43, 45, 47, 49, 51)

miss next 2ch-sp, 1dc in next in next 2ch-sp, 2ch, miss next
49 (45, 47, 49, 51, 57)

51 (47, 49, 51, 53, 59)
2ch-sp, Patt St 8 (7, 8, 9, 10, 12) 2ch-sp, 1dc in next 2ch-sp, Patt St
times, 2ch, miss last 2ch-sp, 1tr in 12 (13, 14, 15, 16, 18) times, 2ch,
last tr, turn – 9 (8, 9, 10, 11, 13) (1tr, 2ch, 1tr) in third ch, turn – 13
TrG, 1tr at each end of row. (14, 15, 16, 17, 19)TrG, 13 (14, 15,
16, 17, 19)dc, 1tr at beg and half
Sizes XS & 2XL only TrG at end of row.
Rep last four rows once more. Row 35 (35, 37, 39, 41, 43): (RS)
2ch, 1tr in first tr, 1tr in first 2ch-
All sizes sp, 2ch, 1dc in next 2ch-sp (before
Row 49 (45, 47, 49, 51, 57): 2ch, dc), 2ch, TrG in next 2ch-sp (after
1tr in first tr, miss next 2ch-sp, dc), 2ch, miss next 2ch-sp, 1dc in
TrG in next 2ch-sp, 2ch, miss next next 2ch-sp, Patt St 12 (13, 14, 15,
2ch-sp, 1dc in next 2ch-sp, Patt St 16, 18) times, 2ch, (1tr, 2ch, 1tr) in
6 (7, 8, 9, 10, 10) times, 2ch, 1tr third ch, turn – 13 (14, 15, 16, 17,
in last tr, turn – 7 (8, 9, 10, 11, 11) 19)TrG, 13dc (14, 15, 16, 17, 19),
TrG, 1tr at each end of row. half TrG at each end of row.
Rows 50–58 (46–62, 48–64, Row 36 (36, 38, 40, 42, 44): 2ch,
50–68, 52–70, 58–74): Rep 1tr in first tr, 1tr in first 2ch-sp,
last row. 2ch, 1dc in next 2ch-sp (before
Cut yarn, fasten off. dc), 2ch, TrG in next 2ch-sp (after
dc), 2ch, miss 2ch-sp, 1dc in next
FRONT 2ch-sp, Patt St 12 (13, 14, 15, 16,
Rows 1–33 (1–33, 1–35, 1–37, 18) times, 2ch, miss next 2ch-sp,
1–39, 1–41): Work as for Back. TrG in next 2ch-sp, miss 1tr, 1tr in
back decreasing
50 (46, 48, 50, 52, 58)
44 (44, 46, 48, 50, 52)
42 (42, 44, 46, 48, 50)
40 (40, 42, 44, 46, 48)
58 Inside Crochet
Front part increasing
FRONT INCREASES
39 (39, 41, 43, 45, 47)
38 (38, 40, 42, 44, 46)
37 (37, 39, 41, 43, 45)

36 (36, 38, 40, 42, 44)
35 (35, 37, 39, 41, 43)
34 (34, 36, 38, 40, 42)
TENSION CHART
– 15 (16, 17, 18, 19, 21)TrG, 15 Rows 41–56 (41–58, 43–60,
chain tr
(16, 17, 18, 19, 21)dc, 1tr at each 45–64, 53–64, 55–68): Rep
dc (1tr, 2ch, 1tr, 2ch, 1tr) end of row. last row.
Row 39 (39, 41, 43, 45, 47): PM Cut yarn, fasten off.
(for side seam), 3ch, 1tr in first
tr, miss first 2ch-sp, TrG in next FINISHING
6
2ch‑sp, 2ch, miss next 2ch-sp, With right sides together, join
5 1dc in next 2ch-sp, Patt St 12 (13, Front and Back side seams using
14, 15, 16, 18) times, 2ch, miss loose sl st join from bottom to SM,
4 next tr, 1tr in next tr, PM (for side lining up Front and Back parts so
3 seam), turn – 15 (16, 17, 18, 19, they fit perfectly on to each other.
21)TrG, 15 (16, 17, 18, 19, 21)dc, Join shoulder seams for about
2 1tr at each end of row. 5 (5, 5.5, 5.5, 6.5, 6.5)cm/2 (2,
1 2¼, 2¼, 2½, 2½)in from outside
Sizes XL & 2XL only towards neck. Leave large centre
Rep last six rows once more. part of Front open, to create
waterfall neckline.
last tr, turn – 14 (15, 16, 17, 18, in next 2ch-sp, miss 1tr, 1tr in last All sizes Weave in all ends.
20)TrG, 14 (15, 16, 17, 18, 20)dc, tr, turn – 15 (16, 17, 18, 19, 21) Row 40 (40, 42, 44, 52, 54):
half TrG at beg and 1tr at end of TrG, 14 (15, 16, 17, 18, 20)dc, 1tr 3ch, miss first 2ch-sp, TrG in next BOTTOM EDGING
row. at each end of row. 2ch-sp, 2ch, miss next 2ch-sp, 1dc With RS facing, using 3.75mm
Row 37 (37, 39, 41, 43, 45): 2ch, Row 38 (38, 40, 42, 44, 46): in next 2ch-sp, Patt St 12 (13, 14, hook rejoin yarn with sl st at lower
1tr in first tr, TrG in next tr, 2ch, 2ch, 1tr in first tr, TrG in next tr, 15, 18, 20) times, 2ch, 1tr in third side seam.
miss next 2ch-sp, 1dc in next 2ch- 2ch, miss next 2ch-sp, 1dc in next ch, turn – 15 (16, 17, 18, 21, 23) Rnd 1: (RS) 1ch, 1dc in every st or
sp, Patt St 13 (14, 15, 16, 17, 19) 2ch-sp, Patt St 14 (15, 16, 17, 18, TrG, 15 (16, 17, 18, 21, 23)dc, 1tr ch across, close round with sl st in
times, 2ch, miss next 2ch-sp, TrG 20) times, 2ch, 1tr in last tr, turn at each end of row. first dc, turn.
Rnds 2–5 (5, 5, 7, 7, 9): 1ch, dc
XS S M L XL 2XL around, sl st in first dc, turn.
Cut yarn, fasten off.
BACK WIDTH 40 43 46 49 52 58 cm
16 17 18¼ 19½ 20½ 23 in ARMHOLE EDGINGS
With RS facing, using 3.5mm
HEIGHT BACK TO ARM 32.5 32.5 34 36 37.5 39 cm
hook rejoin yarn with sl st at
13 13 13½ 14¼ 15 15½ in underarm seam.
TOTAL LENGTH 49.5 52.5 54.5 57.5 59.5 65.5 cm Dc around armhole opening
working 1dc in every st and (1dc
19½ 21 21¾ 22¾ 23½ 26 in
in first tr, 1dc in first 2ch-sp, 1dc
FRONT WIDTH AT BOTTOM 40 43 46 49 52 58 cm in second tr, 1dc in second 2ch-sp,
16 17 18¼ 19½ 20½ 23 in 1dc in last tr) in every TrG, sl st to
first dc.
FRONT WIDTH INCREASED 46 49 52 55 64 70 cm
Cut yarn and fasten off.
18¼ 19½ 21 21¾ 25½ 27¾ in
TOTAL LENGTH FRONT 48 49.5 51 54 54.5 60.5 cm Weave in remaining
ends. Block and allow END
19 19½ 20¼ 21½ 21¾ 24 in
to dry naturally.
MATERIALS in next 3ch-sp, 5ch, 1dc in next

● Fyberspates Scrumptious 4 Ply, 5ch-sp, 5ch, 1dc in next 3ch-sp,
55% wool/45% silk, 3ch, *tr2tog over next 2 sts,
100g/365m/400yds 1tr in each of next 3 sts, tr2tog
Yarn A: Oyster 303 x 2 skeins over next 2 sts, 3ch, 1dc in next
Yarn B: Amethyst 329 x 1 skein 3ch-sp, 5ch, 1dc in next 5ch-sp,
● 4mm hook 5ch, 1dc in next 3ch-sp, 3ch; rep
from * twice more, sl st to top
YARN ALTERNATIVES of tr2tog – (2 tr2tog, 3tr) in
You can use any heavy 4ply/ each section.
light DK weight yarn to achieve
a similar effect. Rnd 6: 3ch, 1tr in next st (counts
as tr2tog), 1tr in next st, tr2tog
TENSION over next 2 sts, 3ch, 1dc in next
Work each Motif to measure 23 x 3ch-sp, 5ch, 1dc in next 5ch-sp,
23cm/9 x 9in using 4mm hook, or 5ch, 1dc in next 5ch-sp, 5ch, 1dc
size required to obtain tension. in next 3ch-sp, 3ch, *tr2tog over
next 2 sts, 1tr in next st, tr2tog
MEASUREMENTS over next 2 sts, 3ch, 1dc in next
Wrap is 165 x 46cm/65 x 18in 3ch-sp, 5ch, 1dc in next 5ch-sp,
before tassels are added. 5ch, 1dc in next 5ch-sp, 5ch, 1dc
in next 3ch-sp, 3ch; rep from *
DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY twice more, sl st to top of tr2tog
Carmen lives in the Irish – ( 2 tr2tog, 1tr) in each section.
countryside and is obsessed with
yarn and colour combinations. Rnd 7: 3ch, tr2tog over next
She can be found on Instagram 2 sts (counts as tr3tog), 4ch,
@anniedesigncrochet, and you 1dc in next 3ch-sp, [5ch, 1dc in
can view more of her designs next 5ch-sp] three times, 5ch,
at www.ravelry.com/designers/ 1dc in next 3ch-sp, 4ch, *tr3tog
carmen-heffernan. over next 3 sts, 4ch, 1dc in next
3ch-sp, [5ch, 1dc in next 5ch-sp]
SQUARE MOTIF three times, 5ch, 1dc in next
START Make 14 3ch-sp, **4ch; rep from * once
Topaz &
With yarn A, 4ch, sl st more, and from * to ** once
to first ch to form ring. more, ending round with 1ch, 1tr
Rnd 1: 1ch, (1dc in ring, 3ch) four in top of tr3tog (counts as 4ch).
Tourmaline Wrap
times, sl st to first dc.
Rnd 2: Sl st in first 3ch-sp, 3ch Rnd 8: 1ch, 1dc under last tr just
(counts as 1tr), 4tr in same sp, made, *7ch, 1dc in next 4ch-sp,
5ch, *5tr in next 3ch-sp, 5ch; rep [5ch, 1dc in next 5ch-sp] four
from * twice more, sl st to top of times, **5ch, 1dc in next 4ch-sp;
BY CARMEN HEFFERNAN
3ch – 5tr in each section. rep from * twice more and from
* to ** once more, ending round
Luxury and softness combine Rnd 3: 3ch, 1tr in same st (counts with 2ch, 1tr in first dc (counts
to make this wrap a must-have as 2tr), 1tr in each of next 3 sts, as 5ch).
2tr in next st, 3ch, 1dc in next
winter accessory! 5ch-sp, 3ch, *2tr in next st, 1tr in Rnd 9: 1ch, 1dc under last tr just
each of next 3 sts, 2tr in next st, made, *5ch, 1dc in next 7ch-sp,
3ch, 1dc in next 5ch-sp, 3ch; rep 7ch, 1dc in same sp, [5ch, 1dc in
from * twice more, sl st to top of next 5ch-sp] five times; rep from
3ch – 7tr in each section. * twice more, 5ch, 1dc in next
7ch-sp, 7ch, 1dc in same sp, [5ch,
Rnd 4: 3ch (counts as 1tr), 1tr 1dc in next 5ch-sp] four times,
ADD TO THE STASH in each of next 6 sts, 3ch, 1dc ending round with 2ch, 1tr in first
Buy this silk-blend yarn from in next 3ch-sp, 5ch, 1dc in next dc (counts as 5ch).
www.lovecrochet.com 3ch-sp, 3ch, *1tr in each of next
7 sts, 3ch, 1dc in next 3ch-sp, 5ch, Rnd 10: 1ch, 1dc under last tr
1dc in next 3ch-sp, 3ch; rep from just made, *4ch, 1dc in next
* twice more, sl st to top of 3ch 5ch-sp, 4ch, 1dc in next 7ch-sp,
– 7tr in each section. 5ch, 1dc in same sp, [4ch, 1dc in
next 5ch-sp] five times; rep from
Rnd 5: 3ch, 1tr in next st (counts * three more times, ending last
as tr2tog), 1tr in each of next 3 sts, rep with sl st to first dc.
tr2tog over next 2 sts, 3ch, 1dc Fasten off yarn A.
60 Inside Crochet
Tourmaline and Topaz Wrap
Rnd 11: Join yarn B in any corner

5ch-sp, 3ch (counts as 1tr), 1tr, 10
10
3ch, 2tr in same sp, * [4tr in next 9
4ch-sp] seven times, ** [2tr, 3ch, 9
11
8
2tr] in next 3ch-sp; rep from * 11
7
twice more, and from * to ** 6
5
8
once more, sl st to top of 3ch. 4
3
Fasten off and sew in any ends. 7
6
5 2
FINISHING 4 1
Gently steam/block motifs to size. 3

Assemble two rows of seven
squares each.
With RS tog, join squares by whip 2
stitching through back loops only, 1
to give flat finish.
Block shawl gently by pinning
in shape, spray with water and
leave to dry.
TASSELS
Make four tassels in yarn B as
follows and attach one to each
corner of shawl:
Using book approximately
15cm/6in wide, cut 30cm/12in
length of yarn and lay across top
of book (this will be used to tie
top of tassel).
Wrap yarn around book
approximately 24 times (depending
on thickness required).
Using 30cm/12in tie, knot top of
tassel tightly. chain stitch (ch)
Cut tassel at opposite end.
slip stitch (sl st)
Wrap another length of yarn
around tassel 2.5cm/1in from top double crochet (dc)
approximately five times and knot
treble crochet (tr)
ends together.
Trim if needed and sew
securely to corners END
of shawl.
chain stitch (ch)

slip stitch (sl st)
double crochet (dc)
treble crochet (tr)
MATERIALS
● Stylecraft Batik DK,
80% acrylic/20% wool,
50g/138m/151yds
Yarn A: Biscuit 1901 x 4 balls
Yarn B: Old Gold 1902 x 4 balls
Yarn D: Cherry 1904 x 4 balls
Yarn E: Rose 1916 x 4 balls
Yarn G: Raspberry 1905 x 4
balls
Yarn H: Plum 1907 x 4 balls
Yarn I: Indigo 1914 x 4 balls
● Stylecraft Batik Elements,
80% acrylic/20% wool,
50g/138m/151yds
Yarn C: Copper 1934 x 4 balls
Yarn F: Sulphur 1931 x 4 balls
● 6mm hook
TENSION
Work one square to measure
4.5 x 4.5cm/1¾ x 1¾in, and block
of nine squares to measures
41 x 41cm/16 x 16in, using 6mm
hook or size required to obtain
correct tension.
MEASUREMENTS
Finished blanket measures
132 x 132cm/52 x 52in.
PATTERN NOTES
The blanket is made from nine
blocks, each block is 9 squares
wide by 9 squares long. The
Blanket Chart shows one
block; each square in the Chart
represents one crochet square and
the two colours used to make that
square. The two strands of yarn
are held together as one yarn.
The squares are joined together

as they are worked. The easiest
way to join the 9 x 9 blocks is
to join them as you make each
subsequent piece rather than
assembling at the end.
BLOCK 1
Royal Tartan Blanket

START SQUARE
Make 81
Using 6mm hook and two strands
of yarn held together as given in
BY STYLECRAFT DESIGN TEAM the chart, 5ch, sl st into first ch to
form a ring.
This stunning blanket uses a clever blended Rnd 1: 3ch (counts as 1tr), 3tr into
ring, 3ch, (4tr into ring, 3ch) three
yarn effect for easy colour transitions. times, sl st into third of 3ch.
Fasten off.
Make another 80 squares,

following the Chart and joining
together at corner 3ch-sps where
appropriate as follows: instead of
62 Inside Crochet
3ch, work 1ch, sl st into corner sp BLOCK COLOUR CHART
of next square, 1ch.
A B C D E F G H I
MAKING UP I I I I I I I I I
Make eight more blocks in the A B C D E F G H I
same way and assemble into a
H H H H H H H H H
blanket three blocks wide and
three blocks long. A B C D E F G H I
G G G G G G G G G
BORDER
A B C D E F G H I
Work in stripes using two strands
of yarn held together
F F F F F F F F F
Rnd 1: Attach yarn I into any A B C D E F G H I
corner ch-sp, 1ch, **(1dc, 3ch, E E E E E E E E E
1dc) into corner 3ch-sp, (1ch, miss
a st, 1dc into next st) twice across
A B C D E F G H I
edge of square, *1ch, 1dc into join D D D D D D D D D
between squares, (1ch, miss a st, A B C D E F G H I
1dc into next st) twice across edge
C C C C C C C C C
of square; rep from * to corner
sp, work from ** in the same way A B C D E F G H I
across rem three sides of blanket, B B B B B B B B B
sl st into first dc. A B C D E F G H I
Fasten off.
A A A A A A A A A
Rnd 2: Attach yarn F into any
corner ch-sp, 1ch, **(1dc, 3ch, sides of blanket, sl st into first dc. FINISHING towels and leave to dry.
1dc) into corner 3ch-sp, *1ch, 1dc Fasten off. Sew in all yarn ends neatly.
into next 1ch sp; rep from * to Pin out blanket to the See ball band for
next corner sp, work from ** in Rnds 3–5: As Rnd 2, working in measurement given. washing and further END
the same way across rem three yarns D, A and B. Cover with clean, damp tea care instructions.
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MATERIALS
● Drops Muskat,
100% cotton,
50g/100m/109yds,
Yarn A: Purple 14 x 1 ball
Yarn B: Petrol 74 x 1 ball
● 3mm hook
● Purse frame, 18cm/7in
● Fabric for lining,
20.5 x 29cm/8 x 11½in
● Needle and strong thread
YARN ALTERNATIVES
You can use any DK weight
cotton to achieve a similar effect.
TENSION
Work 21 sts and 15 rows in patt
to measure 10 x 10cm/4 x 4in
using 3mm hook, or size required
to obtain tension.
MEASUREMENTS
Finished purse is 13 x 18cm/
5 x 7in.
DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY
Rosina blogs at www.zeens
androger.wordpress.com where
she shares her crochet projects
and patterns she’s designed
as well as general lifestyle,
gardening and cooking.
You can also find her on
Instagram @zeensandroger.
PATTERN NOTES
The purse is made in one flat
piece, folded in half and partly
sewn up the sides. The purse
frame is then sewn onto the
crochet with the lining being
hand stitched on at the end.
Ends of non-working yarn are
carried over each row.
Change colour on last stitch of

previous colour by working last
Houndstooth Purse
pull through in new colour.
Carry yarn not in use along the
row and crochet over the top
of the yarn and into the
BY ROSINA NORTHCOTT stitch below.
Purse frame shown is “Purse

A simple purse that harks back to the glamour of times Frame Square – Silver Plated
gone by. Use bright colours and add a contemporary Sew In Large” from
www.crabtreelaneshop.etsy.com.
fabric for the lining to give it a modern twist.
PURSE
ADD TO THE STASH
Buy this pure cotton yarn from Row 1: 1dc in second
www.woolwarehouse.co.uk ch from hook, 1tr in next ch, [1dc
in next ch, 1tr in next ch] to end,
change to yarn B, turn – 34 sts.
66 Inside Crochet
Row 2: 1ch (does not count as needle and strong thread, stitch
st), working over yarn A [1dc, 1tr] the frame to the opening ends.
to end, change colour, turn. Tip: Attach thread in all corners
Rows 3–37: Rep Row 2, first to keep it from moving
changing colour at end of about too much.
every row.
Row 38: (RS) With yarn B, 1ch, Fold lining fabric in half and
dc to end, do not turn, cont machine sew or hand stitch
down side of work making 1dc up sides, leaving a gap
in each dc st and 2dc in each tr at opening, matching
st (ie 55 sts), 1dc in each st along measurements of main purse.
bottom (ie 34 sts) and work Use 1cm/½in seam allowance.
along last side as before, join
with sl st to first st of row. Press seams open including non-
Fasten off and sew in ends. sewn part of sides and tops.
Tuck into purse and pin in place.
MAKING UP Hand stitch lining to bag.
Fold in half, with right sides
together. STRAP
Join sides from bottom by slip With one strand each of yarns A
stitching tog outer loops only for and B held tog, 165ch.
7cm/2¾in, leaving an open gap Fasten off. Thread chain through
of 6cm/2¼in. Sew in ends. loops of purse frame
and tie ends together END
Turn right side out and using a in a firm knot.
Shell Clutch
BY TRACEY TODHUNTER
Soft yarn and an elegant pattern

combine to make a pretty bag
that will see you though the
winter party season.
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Buy this luxurious yarn from
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MATERIALS
● Eden Cottage Yarns Milburn
DK, 85% Blue Faced
Leicester wool/15% silk,
50g/112m/122yds
Yarn A: Harvest Gold x 1 ball
Yarn B: Night Sky x 1 ball
Yarn C: Estuary x 1 ball
● 4mm hook
● Metal purse frame, 21cm/
8in width
● Textile glue or needle and
matching thread to attach
frame
● Lining fabric, 50cm/20in
YARN ALTERNATIVES
You can substitute any DK weight
yarn for this project.
TENSION
Work 15 dc and 22 rows to
measure 10 x 10cm/4 x 4in with
4mm hook, or size required to
obtain tension.
MEASUREMENTS
Finished clutch is 21cm/8in wide,
and 17cm/6¾ high.
DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY
Tracey is a crochet designer
specialising in homewares and
accessories. Find free patterns
and advice at www.grannycool from * to last dc, 1dc, turn. on top of front and mark the FIT FRAME
crochet.com, or follow her on Row 5: 1ch, 33dc, change to point where the hinge rests on If you are gluing the bag into
Instagram @traceytodhunter. yarn C, turn. the fabric on both sides with pins the frame, apply generous
Row 6: 4ch, 3dtr in first dc, 1ch, or stitch markers. amount of textile glue to
PATTERN NOTES *miss 7dc, 7dtr in next dc, 1ch; Starting at stitch marker on left inside of frame.
Embossed Shells are worked as rep from * across, ending 4dtr in hand side, join front and back Starting at right hand hinge,
multiples of 8 sts +1, plus 1 for last dc, change to yarn A, turn. pieces by working 1dc in each dc gently fit the bag into the
foundation chain. Row 7: 1ch, 1dc in each st across of edging from first stitch marker frame, pushing firmly so that
Change to new colour on last yrh (1ch-sp counts as stitch), turn. to second marker. fabric sits snugly in the frame,
of last st worked of previous row. Row 8: As Row 5. The top and sides of the bag, slowly work bag into frame as
Always cut yarn when Repeat Rows 3–8 three times which fit into the frame, should far as left hand hinge.
changing colours. more ending last rep after Row 5. not be joined.
Fasten off yarns B and C. Fasten off yarn. Allow glue to dry for 10–15
FRONT/BACK Weave in all ends. minutes, and then repeat
START Make two LINING with second side of frame.
With yarn A, 34ch. EDGING Measure the width and height Use small pair of scissors
With RS facing, join yarn A to of the bag, fold your fabric in or bamboo skewer to push
Row 1: 1dc in second ch from top right hand corner of front, half and cut the fabric to match fabric into frame.
hook, 1dc in each ch across, turn 1ch, 3dc in first dc, 1dc in each the dimensions of your bag, plus
– 33 sts. dc across to last dc, 3dc in last 1cm/½in seam allowance. The Wipe any excess glue off the
Row 2: 1ch, 33dc, change to dc, turn, 20dc evenly down side, fold will be the bottom of the fabric and frame as you work.
yarn B, turn. turn, working along underside of lining. Once dry, any glue residue
foundation chain, 3dc in first ch, Pin the sides together and stitch on the frame can be removed
Row 3: 1ch, 1dc in first dc, miss 1dc in each ch across to last ch, to match crochet bag (again with acetone based nail
3dc, *7dtr in next dc, 1ch, miss 3dc in last ch, turn, 20dc evenly leaving sides that will fit within polish remover.
next 7dc; rep from * to last 5dc, along second side, sl st in first dc. frame unstitched).
7dtr in next dc, miss 3dc, 1dc in Fasten off yarn. Slip the lining into bag and fold If you are sewing the bag into
last dc, change to yarn A, turn. Repeat edging for back over the unstitched edges to the frame, use a needle and
Row 4: 1ch, 1dc in first dc, *1dc match top and sides of bag, sew matching thread to stitch
in each dtr, 1dc in centre dc of MAKING UP lining to crochet bag using top the frame to the top END
missed 7dc on row below; rep With WS together, place frame stitch or whip stitch. and sides of the bag.
68 Inside Crochet
MATERIALS
● Sublime Baby Cashmere
Merino Silk DK, 75% Merino
wool/20% silk/5% cashmere,
50g/116m/127yds
Yarn A: Dusty Pink 346 x 1 ball
Yarn B: Twinkle 491 x 1 ball
● Twilley’s Washable
Goldfingering, 80%
viscose/20% metallised
polyester, 25g/100m/109yds
Yarn C: Antique Gold 04 x 1 ball
● 4mm hook
● Brooch back, 3cm/1¼in
● Yarn needle
YARN ALTERNATIVES
to achieve a similar effect.
TENSION
Tension is not critical for
this design.
MEASUREMENTS
Diameter: 8cm/3½in.
DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY
Rosina is a Devon-based crochet
designer. Find her on Instagram as
@zeensandroger She frequently
talks about how brilliant crochet is
elsewhere online too! Her blog
is www.zeensandroger.
wordpress.com
PATTERN NOTES
This is made in one long piece and
spiralled around into shape, using
a few stitches to secure in place.
Use the tail ends to stitch it
together and to sew on the
brooch back.
BROOCH
Row 1: 5dc in second ch
from hook, 5dc in next ch, [5htr in
next ch] five times, [6tr in next ch]
seven times, [6dtr in next ch] four
Ruffle Rose Brooch

times, change colour to yarn B,
[6dtr in next ch] four times, [7dtr
in next ch] eight times, fasten off
leaving a tail, do not turn – 181 sts.
BY ROSINA NORTHCOTT Row 2: Join yarn C to first st of
Row 1, 1dc blo in each st to end.
A classically elegant statement piece – add to your seasonal Fasten off.
party outfit or make several as extra gifts for friends. FINISHING

Coil the crochet around on itself,
securing with sts with a needle and
yarn tail as you go
(begin with the end of
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● DMC Natura Just Cotton, yarn A etc.
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50g/155m/170yds When referring to Charts read all
BY DAWN CURRAN
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Yarn B: Passion N23 x 1 ball and all even (WS) rows from left
This Scandi-inspired banner is ● 2.75mm & 3mm hooks to right.
a fun first colourwork project, To start a new colour, work last
YARN ALTERNATIVES yrh of st before colour change
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your seasonal decor. cotton to achieve a similar effect working “snowA1dc” in the tree
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2.75mm hook, or size required to
obtain tension. Using intarsia method, start a
ADD TO THE STASH new length of yarn for each
Buy this pure cotton yarn from MEASUREMENTS change of colour and hold all
www.purplelindacrafts.co.uk Each flag measures 10cm/4in strands on WS.
wide and 11.5cm/4½in long.
Finished banner measures “J” FLAG
88cm/34½in wide. START With 2.75mm hook
and yarn A, 2ch.
DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY Row 1: (RS) 3dc in second ch
Dawn believes we all have a from hook, turn – 3 sts.
creative desire and hopes to help Row 2: (WS) 1ch (does not count
makers create items they love as st here and throughout), 2dc
while developing their crochet in first st, 1dc, 2dc in last st, turn
skills. Visit her Etsy store at – 5 sts.
www.thealmondsnug.etsy.com. Rows 3 & 4: 1ch, 5dc, turn.
Row 5: 1ch, 2dc in first st, 3dc,
PATTERN NOTES 2dc in last st, turn – 7 sts.
Work stated number of stitches Rows 6 & 7: 1ch, 7dc, turn.
in yarn shade as indicated, so Row 8: 1ch, 2dc in first st, 5dc,
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27 27
26 27 26 27
26 25 26 25
24 25 24 25
24 23 24 23
22 23 22 23
22 21 22 21
20 21 20 21
20 19 20 19
18 19 18 19
18 17 18 17
16 17 16 17
16 15 16 15
14 15 14 15
14 13 14 13
12 13 12 13
12 11 12 11
10 11 10 11
10 9 10 9
8 9 8 9
8 7 8 7
6 6
7 7
6 5 6 5
4 5 4 5
4 3 4 3
2 3 2 3
2 1 2 1
1 1
27 27
26 27 26 27
26 25 26 25
24 25 24 25
24 23 24 23
22 23 22 23
22 21 22 21
20 21 20 21
20 19 20 19
18 19 18 19
18 17 18 17
16 17 16 17
16 15 16 15
14 15 14 15
14 13 14 13
12 13 12 13
12 11 12 11
10 11 10 11
10 9 10 9
8 9 8 9
8 7 8 7
6 6
7 7
6 5 6 5
4 5 4 5
4 3 4 3
2 3 2 3
2 1 2 1
1 1
2dc in last st, turn – 9 sts. Row 14: 1ch, A2dc in first st, B7dc, A5dc, turn. Row 23: 1ch, A2dc in first st,
Rows 9 & 10: 1ch, 9dc, turn. A2dc, A2dc in last st, turn – 13 sts. Row 19: 1ch, A5dc, B3dc, A3dc, B7dc, A5dc, A2dc in last
Row 15: 1ch, A4dc, B3dc, A1dc, A7dc, turn. st, turn – 19 sts.
Row 11: 1ch, A2dc (see Pattern B3dc, A2dc, turn. Row 20: 1ch, A2dc in first st,
Notes) in first st, A2dc, B4dc, Row 16: 1ch, A2dc, B3dc, A1dc, A6dc, B3dc, A4dc, A2dc in last Cont in yarn A only.
A1dc, A2dc in last st, turn – 11 sts. B3dc, A4dc, turn. st, turn – 17 sts. Rows 24 & 25: 1ch, 19dc, turn.
Row 12: 1ch, A2dc, B5dc, Row 17: 1ch, A2dc in first st, Row 21: 1ch, A4dc, B7dc, Row 26: 1ch, 2dc in first st, 17dc,
A4dc, turn. A3dc, B3dc, A5dc, A2dc in last A6dc, turn. 2dc in last st, turn – 21 sts.
Row 13: 1ch, A3dc, B6dc, st, turn – 15 sts. Row 22: 1ch, A6dc, B7dc, Row 27: 1ch, 21dc.
A2dc, turn. Row 18: 1ch, A7dc, B3dc, A4dc, turn. Fasten off.
“O” FLAG Row 11: 1ch: A2dc in first st, B1dc, A4dc, B2dc, B2dc in last Rows 26 & 27: As Rows 26 & 27
Rows 1–10: As Rows 1–10 for A2dc, B3dc, A2dc, A2dc in last st, turn – 11 sts. for “J” flag.
“J” flag. st, turn – 11 sts. Row 12: 1ch, B4dc, A3dc, Fasten off.
Row 11: 1ch, A2dc in first st, Row 12 & 13: 1ch, A4dc, B3dc, B4dc, turn.
A1dc, B4dc, A2dc, A2dc in last st, A4dc, turn. Row 13: 1ch, B1dc, A8dc, EDGING
turn – 11 sts. Row 14: 1ch, A2dc in first st, B2dc, turn. Edge each flag as folls:
Row 12: 1ch, A3dc, B5dc, A3dc, B3dc, A3dc, A2dc in last Row 14: 1ch, B2dc in first st, With 3mm hook and RS facing,
A3dc, turn. st, turn – 13 sts. A9dc, B2dc in last st, turn join yarn B in first ch at lower
Row 13: 1ch, A2dc, B6dc, Row 15: 1ch, A5dc, B3dc, – 13 sts. point of flag, 2ch (counts as first
A3dc, turn. A5dc, turn. Row 15: 1ch, B1dc, A10dc, dc), (1dc, 3ch, 2dc) in same ch,
Row 14: 1ch, A2dc in first st, Row 16: 1ch, A4dc, B4dc, B2dc, turn. turn to work alongside edge of
[A1dc, B3dc] twice, A1dc, A2dc in A5dc, turn. Row 16: 1ch, B2dc, A9dc, flag, starting in edge of Row 2,
last st, turn – 13 sts. Row 17: 1ch, A2dc in first st, B2dc, turn. 2dc in this and every alt row edge
Row 15: 1ch, A2dc, B3dc, A2dc, A3dc, B5dc, A3dc, A2dc in last Row 17: 1ch, B2dc in first st, 12 times, (2dc, 3ch, 2dc) in st at
B3dc, A3dc, turn. st, turn – 15 sts. B1dc, A7dc, B3dc, B2dc in last st, next corner, cont along top edge
Row 16: 1ch, A2dc, B3dc, A3dc, Row 18: 1ch, A4dc, B6dc, turn – 15 sts. [miss 1, 2dc in next st] nine times,
B3dc, A2dc, turn. A5dc, turn. Row 18: 1ch, B4dc, A6dc, miss 1, (2dc, 3ch, 2dc) in st at
Row 17: 1ch, A2dc in first st, Row 19: 1ch, A4dc, B3dc, A1dc, B5dc, turn. next corner, turn to work along
A1dc, B3dc, A3dc, B3dc, A1dc, B3dc, A4dc, turn. Row 19: 1ch, B2dc, snowA1dc next side edge, starting in edge
A2dc in last st, turn – 15 sts. Row 20: 1ch, A2dc in first st, (see Pattern Notes), B1dc, of Row 25, 2dc in this and every
Rows 18 & 19: 1ch, A3dc, [B3dc, [A2dc, B3dc] twice, A3dc, A2dc A7dc, B1dc, snowA1dc, alt row edge 12 times, join in top
A3dc] twice, turn. in last st, turn – 17 sts. B2dc, turn. of 2ch at beg of rnd – 78dc.
Row 20: 1ch:, A2dc in first st, Row 21 & 22: 1ch, A4dc, B3dc, Row 20: 1ch, B2dc in first st, Fasten off.
[A2dc, B3dc] twice, A3dc, A2dc A3dc, B3dc, A4dc, turn. B3dc, A7dc, B3dc, B2dc in last
in last st, turn – 17 sts. Row 23: 1ch, A2dc in first st, st, turn – 17 sts. JOINING
Row 21: 1ch, A5dc, B7dc, [A3dc, B3dc] twice, A3dc, A2dc Row 21: 1ch, B1dc, snowA1dc, Using the photo as a guide,
A5dc, turn. in last st, turn – 19 sts. B3dc, A5dc, B5dc, snowA1dc, arrange flags in correct order
Row 22: 1ch, A5dc, B6dc, B1dc, turn. with RS facing.
A6dc, turn. Cont in yarn A only. Row 22: 1ch, B6dc, A4dc, Using 3mm hook and yarn B,
Row 23: 1ch, A2dc in first st, Rows 24–27: As Rows 24–27 for B7dc, turn. 10ch, sl st in tenth ch from hook,
A5dc, B5dc, A5dc, A2dc in last “J” flag. Row 23: 1ch, B2dc in first st, 35ch, cont across top edge of
st, turn – 19 sts. Fasten off. B3dc, snowA1dc, B1dc, A4dc, last flag of sequence *2dc in first
B2dc, snowA1dc, B3dc, B2dc in ch-sp, 22dc, 2dc in last ch-sp; rep
Cont in yarn A only. TREE FLAG last st, turn – 19 sts. from * to work across top edge
Rows 24–27: As Rows 24–27 for Make two Row 24: 1ch, B8dc, A3dc, of each flag, 45ch, sl st in tenth
“J” Flag. With yarn B work as folls: B8dc, turn. ch from hook.
Fasten off. Rows 1–8: As Rows 1–8 for Row 25: 1ch, B3dc, snowA1dc, Fasten off.
“J” flag. B4dc, A2dc, B5dc, snowA1dc,
“Y” FLAG Rows 9 & 10: 1ch, B2dc, A5dc, B3dc, turn. FINISHING
Rows 1–10: As Rows 1–10 for B2dc, turn. Weave in all ends END
“J” flag. Row 11: 1ch, B2dc in first st, Cont in yarn B only. and wet block.
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MATERIALS all three front loops, yrh, pull

● DMC Natura Just Cotton, through two loops, yrh, pull
100% cotton, through last two loops.
50g/155m/169yds Dcblo: Dc in back loop of
Yarn A: Gardenia 36 x 2 balls next stitch only.
Yarn B: Nacar 35 x 1 ball
Yarn C: Agatha 44 x 1 ball PATTERN NOTES
Yarn D: Gerbera 98 x 1 ball To add subtle gold shimmer some
Yarn E: Spring Rose 07 x 1 ball of the elements double up metallic
● DMC Lumina Metallic Gold, thread with other colour yarns.
60% viscose/40% polyester,
20g/150m/164yds The base of the wreath will look
Yarn F: Gold L3821 x 1 ball like a long strip which is wider
● 4mm hook in the middle and narrower on
● Thick garden wire the ends. You can turn at the
● Yarn needle end of each row and work in
● Toy stuffing the opposite direction if you
prefer, but we prefer the look
YARN ALTERNATIVES given by all the rows running in
You can use a combination of any the same direction.
DK weight cotton and yarn with
metallic thread mixed in to achieve Wrap the base around a frame or
a similar effect. embroidery hoop loosely when
assembling – this will give the
TENSION wreath a bit of volume without
Exact tension is not essential for the need for stuffing.
this project.
The doubled-up yarn elements Arrange the elements in the
will feel a bit firmer than single way that’s pleasing to you,
yarn ones. building a composition by
grouping together different
MEASUREMENTS tones of colour, with a bit of
Finished wreath is approximately gold shimmer between layers.
35cm/13¾in in diameter when Make more or fewer of different
Winter Wreath
assembled, including the leaves. elements of the design to suit
personal preference.
DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY
A crochet addict, Irene loves BASE
experimenting with characters, START Work in rows, fastening
BY IRENE STRANGE
shapes and textures! Visit off at the end of each
www.irenestrange.etsy.com row and starting new row above
Combine a natural colour for more of Irene’s patterns or beginning of previous row (see
palette with hidden gold sparkle see what she’s making next on Pattern Notes).
Instagram @irenestrange. With yarn A and 4mm hook,
and a splash of rose to create 151ch.
a beautifully layered wall SPECIAL STITCHES Row 1: 1dc in second ch from
Tr10tog: When decreasing all the hook, 19dc, 30htr, 50tr, 30htr,
trebles into one stitch it might be 20dc – 150 sts.
easier to use two hooks – first five Fasten off yarn A
sts on first hook, then next five Row 2: With yarns A and F held
sts on second hook, pull final loop together, 1ch (does not count as
through all loops on second hook, st), 20dc, 30htr, 50tr, 30htr, 20dc
then all loops on first hook to – 150 sts.
complete stitch. Fasten off yarns A and F
Row 3: With yarn A, as Row 1.
Invisible dc2tog decrease (inv Rep Rows 1–3 along other side of
dc2tog): Insert hook in front loop the chain.
only of each of next two sts, yrh,
pull yarn through both front loops, SMOOTH LEAF
yrh, pull through two loops, yrh, Make five in yarn B, one in
pull through last two loops. yarns A and F held together,
Invisible dc3tog decrease one in yarn A, two in yarn C,
(inv dc3tog): Insert hook in three in yarn F
front loop only of each of next With 4mm hook, 14ch.
three sts, yrh, pull yarn through Row 1: 1dc in second ch from
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hook, 2htr, 2tr, 3dtr, 2tr, 1htr,
5htr in last st, work along other
side of the chain, 1htr, 2tr, 3dtr,
2tr, 2htr, 1dc, sl st in first st
– 28 sts. Fasten off.
TEXTURED LEAF
Make eight in yarn A, eight in
yarn C, three in yarn B, five in
yarns A and F held together,
three in yarns C and F held
together, three in yarn D
With 4mm hook, 14ch.
Row 1: 2dc in second ch from
hook, 4dc, dc3tog, 4dc, 2dc in
last ch, turn – 13 sts.
Rows 2– 4: 1ch, 2dcblo (see
Special Stitches) in first st, 4dcblo,
dcblo3tog, 4dcblo, 2dcblo in last
st, turn – 13 sts.
Row 5: 1ch, 5dcblo, dcblo3tog,
5dcblo, turn – 11 sts.
5
4
3
g Shimmer Wreath 2
1
red Leaf M A K E I T Pattern instructions

➻
oth Leaf
SMOOTH LEAF
1
1
10
9
TEXTURED
8
LEAF
7
6
5
4
chain stitch (ch)
slip stitch (sl st) 3
double crochet (dc)
2
dc3tog
1
(ch) treble crochet (tr)

Rnd 10: 13dc, inv dc3tog (see 20 or more chains to the top in
double treble crochet (dtr) Special Stitches) three times, dc yarn A, sew to the wreath top. The
st) to end – 23dc. project will look best if arranged
Fasten off, add stuffing, pinch asymmetrically, the widest part of
het (dc) Row 6: 1ch, 4dcblo, dcblo3tog, Rnd 1: 10tr in fourth ch from tog the edges, shaping the end the wrapped base on the left and
4dcblo, turn – 9 sts hook (3ch do not count as st), into a flat tail. Sew shut. narrowest at the top right.
Row 7: 1ch, 3dcblo, dcblo3tog, sl st in first tr – 10 sts.
3dcblo, turn – 7 sts Rnd 2: 2ch (does not count BIRD WINGS Arrange the textured leaves
rochet (htr)
Row 8: 1ch, 2dcblo, dcblo3tog, as st), tr10tog (see Special With 4mm hook and yarn B, around the base on the wider
2dcblo, turn – 5 sts Stitches), 3ch. Fasten off. make an adjustable ring. base section, sew them in place
et (tr) Row 9: 1ch, 1dcblo, dcblo3tog, Row 1: 5dc in ring – 5dc. with same colour yarn. Check
1dcblo, turn – 3 sts BIRD TUMMY Row 2: 1ch, 2dc in each of next how the wreath looks when
Row 10: 1ch, dcblo3tog. With 4mm hook and yarns D 2 st, 2htr in next st, 2tr in next st, hanging, secure the leaves that
e crochetFasten
(dtr)off. and F held together, make an 3tr in next st, turn – 11 sts. are too floppy with extra stitches.
adjustable ring. Row 3: 1 3ch (does not count as Next add in the rolled-up cones,
ROLL-UP CONE Rnd 1: 6dc in ring – 6 sts. st), 1tr in same st, 2tr in next st, positioning them on angles to
Make three in yarn A, two in Rnd 2: 2dc in each st around 1tr, 2tr in next st, 2htr in each of help lift the leaves. Sew leaves to
yarns A and F held together – 12 sts. next 2 sts, 2htr, [2dc in next st, the cones if necessary.
With 4mm hook, 32ch. Rnd 3: 2dc in first st, 1dc, [2dc in 1dc] twice – 18 sts.
Row 1: 1htr in third ch from next st, 1dc] five times – 18 sts. Fasten off, sew to the side of Add in smaller leaves and berries,
hook, 27htr, 1dc, 3dc in last Rnd 4: 4dc, 3dc in next st, 8dc, the body. make sure the contrasting colours
ch, work along underside of 3dc in next st, 4dc – 22 sts. sit next to each other for a
foundation ch, 1dc, 28htr, turn Rnd 5: 5dc, 3dc in next st, 10dc, Make a second bird with yarns B pleasing composition.
– 61 sts. 3dc in next st, 5dc – 26 sts. and F held together for tummy,
Row 2: 2ch, 28htr, 2dc, 3dc in Rnd 6: 6dc, 3dc in next st, 12dc, and yarn C for Body and Wings. Sew in the flowers hidden within
next st, 2dc, 28htr – 63 sts. 3dc in next st, 6dc – 30 sts. the leaves.
Fasten off, leave a tail for sewing. Rnd 7: 7dc, 3dc in next st, 14dc, MAKING UP
Roll up into a cone shape and 3dc in next st, 7dc – 34 sts. Make a ring from garden wire, Finish the birds by embroidering
secure with yarn tail. Rnd 8: 8dc, 3dc in next st, 16dc, twisting together into a strong their eyes, beaks and cheeks in
3dc in next st, 7dc, sl st in last wreath shape approximately contrasting yarns. Add the beak
FLOWER st – 38 sts. 28cm/11in in diameter. by building up layers of short
Make three in yarns D and F Fasten off. stitches in cross-hatching pattern
held together Wrap the base strip around the – first four horizontally, then
Make an adjustable ring, *8ch, BIRD BODY metal wire of the wreath loosely. three vertically around the first
sl st in ring; rep from * four times Join yarn B to centre of corner Stitch together the edges to cover four, then two horizontally across
stitch (ch)more – 5 loopy petals. increase. the base. The wrap will have a bit the previous three and so on.
Fasten off. Rnd 1: 38dcblo around – 38dc. of ripple texture to it.
ch (sl st)
BERRY
Rnds 2–7: 38dc around – 38dc.
Rnd 8: 13dc, [inv dc2tog (see Weave in loose ends on all the
Hang up the wreath and choose
the best position for the birds.
crochetMake
(dc)three in yarn E and
three with two strands of
Special Stitches), 1dc] six times,
dc to end – 32dc.
elements before arranging them
on the wreath if you prefer.
Sew them in place.
yarn F Rnd 9: 13dc, inv dc2tog six Weave in any loose END
With 4mm hook, 4ch. times, dc to end – 26dc. Add a hanging loop made up of ends to finish.
ble crochet (htr)

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MATERIALS
● Stylecraft Alpaca DK,
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100g/240m/262yds
Yarn A: Orchid 6012 x 1 ball
● Stylecraft Alpaca Tweed DK,
77% acrylic/20% alpaca/
3% viscose, 100g/240m/262yds
Yarn B: Sea Breeze 1659 x 1 ball
● 2.5mm hook
● Stitch marker
● Yarn needle,
● Safety eyes, 12mm/½in
● Polyester toy stuffing
YARN ALTERNATIVES
Design would also work well in
Stylecraft Special DK or Batik DK.
TENSION
Work 28dc and 30 rows to
measure 10 x 10cm/4 x 4in using
2.5mm hook or size required to
obtain tension.
MEASUREMENTS
When seated, donkey is
26cm/10¼in tall.
PATTERN NOTES
Photographs show donkey and
pony – pattern is only for the
donkey, shown on the right.
The pieces are worked in

continuous rounds throughout,
unless otherwise stated.
It is recommended that a stitch
marker is used and placed in the
first stitch to denote the start of
each round.
Move the marker into the first
stitch of each round as you go.
When finishing each piece, leave

a long yarn tail for sewing up.
DONKEY
START HEAD
Using 2.5mm hook and
yarn A, make 2ch.
Rnd 1: 6dc into first ch – 6 sts.
Rnd 2: 2dc into each st – 12 sts.
Alpaca Donkey
Rnd 3: (1dc into next st, 2dc into
next st) six times – 18 sts.
Rnd 4: (1dc into each of next 2 sts,
2dc into next st) six times – 24 sts.
BY STYLECRAFT DESIGN TEAM Rnd 5: (1dc into each of next 3 sts,
This sweet donkey is an easy crochet in simple Rnd 6: (1dc into each of next 4 sts,
stitches and a super-soft alpaca blend yarn. Rnd 7: (1dc into each of next 5 sts,
Rnd 8: 1dc into each st to end.
Rnd 9: (1dc into each of next 6 sts,
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2dc into next st) six times – 48 sts. NOSTRILS 5 sts, dc2tog) three times – 18 sts. 2dc into next st) six times – 36 sts.
Rnd 10: 1dc into each st to end. Using the photographs for Rnds 13 & 14: 1dc into each st Rnd 7: (1dc into each of next 5 sts,
Rnd 11: (1dc into each of next guidance, create the nostrils by to end. 2dc into next st) six times – 42 sts.
7 sts, 2dc into next st) six times sewing a length of yarn several Rnd 15: (1dc into each of next Rnd 8: (1dc into each of next 6 sts,
– 54 sts. times from one side of the nose to 4 sts, dc2tog) three times – 15 sts. 2dc into next st) six times – 48 sts.
Rnds 12–15: 1dc into each st the other, pulling tight each time Rnds 16–18: 1dc into each st Rnd 9: (1dc into each of next 7 sts,
to end. to make indents in the nose. to end. 2dc into next st) six times – 54 sts.
Sew in yarn end securely. Flatten the last row so ear is closed Rnd 10: (1dc into each of next
Change to yarn B. and work 1dc into each st through 8 sts, 2dc into next st) six times
Rnd 16: 1dc into each st to end. EARS both thicknesses to close the base. – 60 sts.
Rnd 17: (1dc into each of next 16 Make two Cut yarn and fasten off. Rnd 11: (1dc into each of next
sts, dc2tog) three times – 51 sts. Using 2.5mm hook and yarn B, 9 sts, 2dc into next st) six times
Rnds 18–20: 1dc into each st make 2ch. Sew ears to top of head, using the – 66 sts.
to end. Rnd 1: 6dc into first ch – 6 sts. photographs for guidance. Rnd 12: (1dc into each of next
Rnd 21: (1dc into each of next 15 Rnd 2: (1dc into next st, 2dc into Ear placement, like the eyes, 10 sts, 2dc into next st) six times
sts, dc2tog) three times – 48 sts. next st) three times – 9 sts. can change the character and – 72 sts.
Rnds 22–27: 1dc into each st Rnd 3: (1dc into each of next 2 sts, expression so have fun with it! Rnds 13–30: 1dc into each st
to end. 2dc into next st) three times to end.
Rnd 28: (Dc into next 15 sts, 2dc – 12 sts. BODY Rnd 31: (1dc into each of next
in next st) repeat to the end of the Rnd 4: (1dc into each of next 3 sts, Worked from base up to the neck 10 sts, dc2tog) six times – 66 sts.
round – 51 sts. 2dc into next st) three times Using 2.5mm hook and yarn B, Rnd 32: 1dc into each st to end.
Rnd 29: 1dc into each st to end. – 15 sts. make 2ch. Rnd 33: (1dc into each of next
Rnd 30: (1dc into each of next Rnd 5: (1dc into each of next 4 sts, Rnd 1: 6dc into first ch – 6 sts. 9 sts, dc2tog) six times – 60 sts.
16 sts, 2dc into next st) three 2dc into next st) three times Rnd 2: 2dc into each st – 12 sts. Rnd 34: 1dc into each st to end.
times – 54 sts. – 18 sts. Rnd 3: (1dc into next st, 2dc into Rnd 35: (1dc into each of next
Rnd 31: 1dc into each st to end. Rnd 6: (1dc into each of next 5 sts, next st) six times – 18 sts. 8 sts, dc2tog) six times – 54 sts.
Rnd 32: (1dc into each of next 2dc into next st) three times Rnd 4: (1dc into each of next 2 sts, Rnd 36: 1dc into each st to end.
17 sts, 2dc into next st) three times – 21 sts. 2dc into next st) six times – 24 sts. Rnd 37: (1dc into each of next
– 57 sts. Rnds 7–11: 1dc into each st to Rnd 5: (1dc into each of next 3 sts, 7 sts, dc2tog) six times – 48 sts.
Rnd 33: (1dc into each of next end. 2dc into next st) six times – 30 sts, Start stuffing the body and add
18 sts, 2dc into next st) three Rnd 12: (1dc into each of next Rnd 6: (1dc into each of next 4 sts, more as you go from this point.
times – 60 sts.
Rnds 34–36: 1dc into each st Rnds 38–42: 1dc into each st
to end. to end.
Rnd 37: (1dc into each of next Rnd 43: (1dc into each of next
8 sts, dc2tog) six times – 54 sts. 6 sts, dc2tog) six times – 42 sts.
Rnd 38: 1dc into each st to end. Rnds 44–46: 1dc into each st
Place safety eyes between Rnds 29 to end.
& 30 and set them approx 12 sts Rnd 47: (1dc into each of next
apart. 5 sts, dc2tog) six times – 36 sts.
Start stuffing at this point, adding Rnds 48 & 49: 1dc into each st
more as you go. to end.
Rnd 50: (1dc into each of next
Rnd 39: (1dc into each of next 4 sts, dc2tog) six times – 30 sts.
7 sts, dc2tog) six times – 48 sts. Rnds 51 & 52: 1dc into each st
Rnd 40: 1dc into each st to end. to end.
Rnd 41: (1dc into each of next Rnd 53: (1dc into each of next 3
6 sts, dc2tog) six times – 42 sts. sts, dc2tog) six times – 24 sts.
Rnd 42: (1dc into each of next Rnds 54 & 55: 1dc into each st
5 sts, dc2tog) six times – 36 sts. to end.
Rnd 43: (1dc into each of next Cut yarn and fasten off, leaving
4 sts, dc2tog) six times – 30 sts. a long tail for sewing up.
Rnd 44: (1dc into each of next Sew the head to the top of the
3 sts, dc2tog) six times – 24 sts. body, making sure the neck is
Rnd 45: (1dc into each of next stuffed firmly.
2 sts, dc2tog) six times – 18 sts.
Add more stuffing. FRONT LEGS
Using 2.5mm hook and yarn A,
Rnd 46: (1dc into next st, dc2tog) make 2ch.
six times – 12 sts. Rnd 1: 6dc into first ch – 6 sts.
Rnd 47: (Dc2tog) six times – 6 sts. Rnd 2: 2dc into each st – 12 sts.
Cut yarn and fasten off. Rnd 3: (1dc into next st, 2dc into
Weave yarn tail through last sts next st) six times – 18 sts.
and pull tight to close. Rnd 4: (1dc into each of next 2 sts,
Sew in yarn end. 2dc into next st) six times – 24 sts.
Rnd 5: Working into back loops more as you go from this point.
only, 1dc into each st to end. Rnd 12: (1dc into each of next
Rnds 6–10: 1dc into each st 2 sts, dc2tog) six times – 18 sts.
to end. Rnds 13–34: 1dc into each st
to end.
Change to yarn B. Cut yarn and fasten off, leaving
Vintage Garnet
Rnd 11: 1dc into each st to end. a long tail for sewing up.
Start stuffing the leg and add Sew legs to the front of the body
more as you go from this point. to allow the donkey to sit upright.
Toddler Tunic
Rnd 12: (1dc into each of next
2 sts, dc2tog) six times – 18 sts. MANE
Rnds 13–42: 1dc into each st Using yarn A, cut a large number
to end. of 12cm/4¾in long strands.
Cut yarn and fasten off, leaving a Fold two strands in half and BY TRACEY TODHUNTER
long tail for sewing up. using hook, pull fold through
Using the photographs for the top of the head then pull the Designed to make the best
guidance, sew the front legs ends through the fold to secure
to either side of the body the strand. use of a single skein of luxury
approximately 4cm/1¾in, below Continue adding strands in the yarn, this tunic is a quick hook
the neck seam. same way to make a thick mane
that covers the top of the head with no seams.
BACK LEGS between the ears.
Make two Trim to desired length.
Using 2.5mm hook and yarn A,
make 2ch. TAIL
Rnd 1: 6dc into first ch – 6 sts. Sit the donkey down and mark
Rnd 2: 2dc into each st – 12 sts. the position of the tail on the
Rnd 3: (1dc into next st, 2dc into lower back.
next st) six times – 18 sts. Using a mix of yarns A and B, cut ADD TO THE STASH
Buy this super-soft yarn from
Rnd 4: (1dc into each of next 2 sts, eight 16cm/6¼in long strands.
www.tangled-yarn.co.uk
2dc into next st) six times – 24 sts. Fold two strands in half and using
Rnd 5: Working into back loops hook, pull fold through the body
only, 1dc into each st to end. then pull the ends through the
Rnds 6–10: 1dc into each st to end. fold to secure the strand.
Repeat for the other three
Change to yarn B. sets of two strands to
Rnd 11: 1dc into each st to end. make the tail. END
Start stuffing the leg and add Trim to desired length.
82 Inside Crochet
MATERIALS insert hook in same sp, pull up Rnd 6: [12 (15)dc, 2dc in next dc] miss next sp; rep from * to last sp,
● The Fibre Co. Cumbria loop, yrh, pull through 2 lps) six times, turn – 84 (102)dc. sl st in top of 3ch. Do not turn.
Fingering, 90% wool/ twice, yrh, pull through all loops Rnd 7: 1dc in each dc to end. Next Rnd: Sl st in first ch sp, beg
10% mohair, on hook. Rnd 8: [13 (16)dc, 2dc in next dc] bob, 1ch, * bob in next ch-sp,
100g/300m/328yds Bobble (bob): Yrh, insert hook in six times, turn – 90 (108)dc. 1ch; rep from * to end of rnd,
Shade: Cowberry CUF058 sp, pull up loop, yrh, pull through Rnd 9: 1dc in each dc to end. join with sl st to top of 3ch
x 1 (2) skein(s) 2 loops, (yrh, insert hook in same Rnd 10: [14 (17)dc, 2dc in next – 41 (50) bobbles, 41 (50)ch-sps.
● 3.5mm & 3.75mm hooks sp, pull up loop, pull through dc] six times, turn – 96 (114)dc. Rep last round until tunic
● Stitch marker 2 loops) three times, yrh, draw Rnd 11: 1dc in each dc to end. measures approximately 26 (32cm)/
● Button through all 5 loops on hook. Rnd 12: [15 (18)dc, 2dc in next 10¼ (12½)in from start.
● Narrow ribbon, 1m/1yd dc] six times, turn – 102 (120)dc.
PATTERN NOTES Rnd 13: 1dc in each dc to end. HEM
YARN ALTERNATIVES Bobble Stitch is worked in sp Rnd 14: [16 (19)dc, 2dc in next Change to 3.75mm hook.
Any 4ply weight yarn can be between each tr on the first dc] six times, turn – 108 (126)dc. Rnd 1: Sl st in first ch-sp, 1dc in
substituted. One 400m skein will round. On subsequent rounds, Rnd 15: 1 dc in each dc to end. each ch-sp and in top of each tr
be sufficient to make either size. bobbles are worked in ch-sp. Rnd 16: [17 (20)dc, 2dc in next around, sl st in top of first dc.
If using recommended yarn, it dc] six times, turn – 114 (132)dc. Rnd 2: 1ch (does not count as st),
TENSION may be necessary to unravel your Rnd 17: 1dc in each dc to end. 1dc in each dc around.
Work 9 bobbles and 10 rows to tension square to complete the Fasten off yarn.
measure 10 x 10cm/4 x 4in using larger tunic. Size 6–12 mths only
3.5mm hook, or size required to Rnd 18: 1dc in each dc to end. NECK
obtain tension. TUNIC With 3mm hook, rejoin yarn to
START Use stitch marker to All sizes centre top at back of neck, 1dc
MEASUREMENTS mark last stitch of Remove marker. in each foundation ch around,
To fit newborn (6–12 months). each round. ending with 3ch for button tab.
Chest circumference: With 3.75mm hook, make 67 SHAPE ARMHOLES Fasten off yarn and leave long
38 (48)cm/15 (19)in. (85)ch. Rnd 1: 14 (17)dc, 12 (16)ch, miss tail to sew ch to neck to make
Length from neck to hem: Row 1: 1dc in second ch from 28 (32)dc, 29 (34)dc, 12 (16)ch, button tab.
27 (33)cm/10½ (13)in. hook, 1dc in each ch to end, turn miss 28 (32)dc, 15 (17)dc.
– 66 (84) dc. Rnd 2: 1dc in each dc and ch ARMHOLE EDGING
DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY across – 82 (100)dc. With 3.5mm hook rejoin yarn to
Tracey is a crochet designer Change to 3.5mm hook. any dc of armhole with sl st, 1dc
specialising in homewares Row 2: 1ch (does not count as BODY in same place as sl st, 1dc in each
and accessories. You can find free st), [10 (13)dc, 2dc in next dc] six Next Rnd: (Eyelets) 3ch dc and in each ch around, join
patterns and crochet advice on times – 72 (90)dc. (counts as 1tr), 1tr in each dc with sl st in first dc.
her website www.grannycool Taking care not to twist sts, join around, sl st in top of 3ch to join Fasten off yarn.
crochet.com, or follow her on with sl st in first dc and cont – 83 (101)tr.
Instagram @traceytodhunter. working in spirals. Next Rnd: Sl st in sp between Sew button on opposite
3ch and first tr, beg bob (see button tab. Weave in all ends
SPECIAL STITCHES Rnd 3: 1dc in each dc to end. Special Stitches), 1ch, miss sp Block lightly to finish.
Beginning bobble (beg bob): Rnd 4: [11 (14)dc, 2dc in next dc] between next 2 tr, bob (see Weave ribbon through
3ch, yrh, insert hook in sp, pull up six times, turn – 78 (96)dc. Special Stitches) in next sp, 1ch, eyelet row, tie in bow END
lp, yrh, pull through 2 lps, (yrh, Rnd 5: 1dc in each dc to end. miss next sp *bob in next sp, 1ch, and trim if necessary.
MATERIALS
● Sirdar No 1, 50% acrylic/
50% nylon,
100g/230m/252yds
Shades: Dove White 203
Fog 213
Glow 204
Jade 200
Luna 201
Palm 219
Pure Scarlet 214
Rosebud 206
Spearmint 205
Watermelon 218
Wave 220
Wishbone 202
Métallisé DK, 53% cotton/35%
acrylic/12% metallic yarn,
50g/130m/142yds
Shades: Amthyst 009
Chrome 010
Gold 003
Platinum 001
Rose Gold 007
Rose Quarz 008
Silver 004
Steel Grey 005
● 4mm hook
● Yarn needle
● Scissors
● PVA glue
● Small brush
● Pins
● Blocking board/foam tiles
YARN ALTERNATIVES
to achieve a similar effect.
TENSION
Exact tension is not required for
this piece.
MEASUREMENTS
After blocking, each bauble
measures approx 20cm/8in high
and 10cm/4in wide.
DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY
Christmas Baubles
Alessandra shares patterns and
photo tutorials on her blog
www.homemadeatmyplace.
blogspot.com and posts
BY ALESSANDRA POGGIAGLIOLMI frequently on Instagram
@homemadeatmyplace.
The perfect sparkling touch to add
PATTERN NOTES
to your Christmas tree this year. Starting from Rnd 4, the circular
shape of the bauble will see the
addition of a “neck”. Keep this in
ADD TO THE STASH mind when following the pattern.
Buy this silk-blend yarn from
www.lovecrochet.com Small amounts only are needed
of all yarns.
84 Inside Crochet
Please note that there is not between two shells, 2ch, 3tr in
a strict colour combination same sp, 3tr in each sp, sl st in
to follow: top of first tr – 12 x 3tr shells Christmas Baubles
Yarn A is any of the Rico Design Cut yarn C and fasten off.
Fashion Cotton Métallisé DK yarn,
and used in Rnd 1. Rnd 4: Join yarn D in any space
Yarn B is Sirdar No 1, in Dove between two shells, 2ch, (3tr,
White 203, and is used in Rnd 2. 1ch) in same sp, (3tr, 1ch) in each
Yarns C & D are any of the other sp, sl st in top of first tr, 17ch
shades of Sirdar No 1, and are (foundation chain for “neck”),
used for Rnds 3–6. turn and working back along
6
underside of chain, 1tr in fourth
BAUBLE ch from hook, 13tr, sl st in top 5
START With 4mm hook and of second tr of shell – 12 x 3tr
4
yarn A, 4ch, sl st in first shells, 12 x 1ch- sps, 14tr (“neck”
ch to form the foundation ring. of bauble).
Rnd 1: 2ch (does not count as Rnd 5: 2ch, 1tr in same st as last
stitch throughout), 12tr, sl st in sl st, 46tr (working 1tr in each
3
top of first tr – 12tr. tr and in each 1ch-sp), sl st in 2
Cut yarn A and fasten off. second ch of previous foundation 1
ch, (1ch, 1dc) in same stitch,
Rnd 2: Join yarn B in any sp 12dc, 3dc around 3ch at top of
between two tr, 2ch, 2tr in same “neck”, sl st in top of first tr, 1ch,
sp, 2tr in each sp, sl st in top of 1dc in same stitch, 12dc, miss
first tr – 12 x 2tr shells. last tr on “neck”, sl st in first tr of
Cut yarn B and fasten off. Rnd 5 – 47tr, 27dc.
Rnd 6: 1ch,1dc in same st, 19dc,
Rnd 3: Join yarn C in any space 1htr, 1tr, 1dtr, (1dtr, 3ch, 1dtr)
in same st, 1dtr, 1tr, 1htr, 20dc, chain stitch (ch)

sl st in first dc of “neck”, (12sl sts, slip stitch (sl st)
3sl sts, 13sl sts) around “neck”,
double crochet (dc)
sl st in top of first dc of Rnd 6.
Cut yarn and fasten off. half-treble crochet (htr)
Weave all ends in. treble crochet (tr)
Put your bauble face down on a

double treble crochet (dtr)
blocking mat and pin it in place.
Spray some water to define the
shape, the pointy bottom and the
top hole where the hanging loop
chain stitch (ch) will go.

Once the bauble is dry, you need
Fold these threads in half and
with help of a hook pull them,
to stiffen it with a solution of from front to back, through the
slip stitch (sl st) equal parts water and PVA glue. bottom pointy hole.
With a small brush, spread this Pass threads through loop and
double crochet (dc) solution on back only. pull them to form fringe.
Leave to dry completely before Trim to desired length.
half-treble crochet (htr) adding the fringe and hanging
loop. Cut an extra thread 30cm/12in
long to create hanging loop
treble crochet (tr) FINISHING at top of bauble, using
Select different shades from the same technique used
metallic yarns and cut at least for fringe.
double treble crochet (dtr) eight threads, each approximately

34cm/13in long.
Knot the thread to
form the loop.
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Crochet
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The May Bloom Wrap I have always believed

by Carmen Heffernan
(issue 101) uses a that anyone can learn to
beautiful linen-blend
yarn for stunning crochet, so long as you
drape and texture.
follow one simple rule:
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the perfect tension for forming all the following
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TEACH
YOURSELF
How to hold the work,
chains, double
& treble crochet,
slip stitch TURN THE PAGE FOR ALL
YOU NEED TO GET STARTED
THE BASICS GETTING STARTED
To crochet smoothly and efficiently, you must hold the hook SLIPKNOT CHAIN
and yarn in a relaxed, comfortable and consistent fashion. This
will also ensure that your tension is even and accurate. There A slipknot creates the first Most crochet projects begin
are two main ways of holding the hook and two main ways loop on the hook. with a length of chain. This is
to tension the yarn. You can choose whichever combination the perfect stitch to practise
feels more natural for you, or a variation on these. your hold and tension with.
HOLDING THE HOOK
1 Make a loop in the yarn

around 10–20cm/4–8in from
KNIFE GRIP PENCIL GRIP the end. Insert hook through 1 Holding just the hook with
Hold the hook in your Hold the hook in your loop, catch the back strand point up in your dominant
dominant hand as you dominant hand as you of yarn and pull it through to hand, and the yarn in the
would a knife. would a pencil. the front. other, grip the slipknot
with the yarn holding hand.
Work a yarn round hook
(yrh or yoh) by passing the
HOLDING THE YARN hook in front of the yarn,
under and around it.
2 Pull the ends of the yarn to

FOREFINGER MIDDLE-FINGER secure the knot around the
METHOD METHOD hook, but not too tightly or
Wrap the ball end of the yarn Wrap the ball end of the it will be hard to pull the first
around the little finger of yarn around the little finger loop of chain through.
your opposite hand, under of your opposite hand and
the next two fingers and over over the other fingers. Hold 2 Roll the hook round in
the forefinger. Hold the work the work steady with your your fingers towards you
steady with your middle forefinger and thumb, then to catch the yarn and pull
finger and thumb, then raise your middle finger through loop on hook.
raise your forefinger when while you are crocheting to One chain made.
working to create tension. create tension.
The action of working

stitches causes a
constan t rolling of the
hook in your fingers;
hold the hook pointin g
up when performing
To croch e t le ft-h and ed, It doesn’t ma t te r
if your the yrh, then roll it
simply do the opp osit e to sti tch es te nd tow
ar ds round towards you
.
the righ t-h and ed hol ds be in g sli gh tly tig
ht or to point down when
Hold a mirror up to any ev en a lit tle loose;
you ar e pulling through the
p ic ture in this gu ide
to ai mi ng for an ev loops so that you 3 Ensuring the stitches
en te nsion
see how to wor k. th roughout to ac
hi ev e a don’t catch the hook are even – not too loose
pr of ession al fin ish in the stitches. or tight – repeat to make
.
a length of chain.
90 Inside Crochet
➻ HOW TO CROCHET
This adorable
Cupcake Ella
THE MAIN STITCHES amigurumi by Lydia

Tresselt (issue 100)
uses simple dc
stitches for a
sweet finish!
SLIP STITCH Double crochet stitches

(sl st) are perfect for making
A slip stitch is usually used to
join one stitch to another, or to amigurumi, while treble
join a stitch to another point.
It is generally made by picking
crochets are used to
up two strands of a stitch but create the classic granny
when used all over, you usually
only pick up the back loop. square design
DOUBLE CROCHET (dc)

The smallest stitch, creating a dense fabric perfect for amigurumi.
1 Insert hook into st or chain 1 Insert hook into

required. Yarn over hook, as chain or stitch, front to
when you make a chain. Pull back. Yarn over hook
a loop through all stitches/ and draw through
loops/work on hook to finish stitch to front, leaving
slip stitch. you with two loops
on the hook. Yarn
round hook.
2 Draw through both

COUNTING loops to finish the
A CHAIN stitch. Double
crochet completed.
The right side of your chain is
the one that looks like a little
plait of “v” shapes. Each “v” is
a stitch and must be counted.
When you are working the
chain, you do not count the
HALF TREBLE CROCHET (htr)
slipknot, but begin to count Slightly taller than a double crochet stitch, with a softer drape to the resulting fabric.
your chain when you pull
through the first loop. To count 1 Yarn over hook, insert
the chain afterwards you hook into st from front
count the slipknot as the first to back and draw loop
stitch, but not the loop on the through stitch only.
hook, or “working” loop. This gives you three
loops on the hook.
Yarn round hook.
2 Draw yarn through

three remaining loops
on the hook together
to complete half treble.
TREBLE CROCHET FASTEN OFF
Top crochet websites (tr)
Pull up final loop of last stitch to make it bigger
The tallest of the basic and cut the yarn, leaving enough of an end to
stitches, great for using within weave in. Pull end through loop, and pull up
more complex patterns. tightly to secure.
www.thepetalshed.uk
➻ Hattie Risdale’s beautiful site is a riot 1 Yarn round hook, insert hook
of gorgeous colour combinations, floral into stitch from front to back
mandalas and on-trend homewares. and draw loop through stitch
Uplifting, inspiring and fun! only. This gives you three loops
COUNTING STITCHES
on the hook. Yarn round hook. Count the post or “stem” of each stitch from the
side of your work. Each post counts as one stitch.
Double crochet
www.lookatwhatimade.net
➻ Inside Crochet columnist Dedri Uys sets
out to inspire with her website of tutorials,
free patterns and CAL information. 2 Pull loop through two loops.
Two loops on hook. Yarn
round hook. Treble crochet
www.haakmaarraak.nl
➻ Scheepjes blogger Kirsten Ballering’s
website offers lots of bright homewares
inspiration with plenty of free patterns.
www.lovecrochet.com
➻ Love Crochet isn’t just a great value shop
for yarn, hooks and patterns, it also has a
thriving Community section where you can
Try t o coun t your st it ches a t regu
share projects and a blog full of tutorials. lar
int erva ls, usua lly a t the end of
ever y,
or ever y othe r, row and esp ecia lly
www.ravelry.com a f t er an incr ea se or decr ea se row.
➻ A crochet and knitting community site It is b est t o try t o ca t ch any mist
with almost seven million members, Ravelry 3 Pull loop through the ake s
a s q uick ly a s p ossib le, a s this will
is your one-stop site for indie patterns, yarn remaining two loops to
mak e them muc h ea sier t o rect i fy!
information, forums and project galleries. complete treble, repeat to
end of row.
92 Inside Crochet
➻ HOW TO CROCHET
The Blossom & Blue
USING THE STITCHES Skies Garland by

Hattie Risdale (issue
101) is largely made
of easy treble, double
and chain stitches.
WORKING WORKING
INTO A CHAIN STRAIGHT
When working into a chain, you need When working straight, you need to
to miss out the appropriate number turn your work at the end of a row
of chain stitches called for with your and then work a turning chain (t-ch)
particular stitch (see the information to the height of your intended stitch
on turning chains, to the right). Now so that you can continue working
insert the hook from front to back into along the next row. This chain often
the next chain, under the top loop of counts as the first stitch of the
the chain. Yarn over and draw a loop row and each type of stitch uses a
through to the front of the chain. different number of chain stitches
for the turning chain.
Sometimes you are

asked to work into a
space or chain space.
To do this, simply
WORKING INTO
WHICH LOOP? With htr and taller stitches, you now
insert your hook into
Crochet stitches are always worked miss out the first stitch of the row, the hole underneath
through both loops of the next stitch then work into every following stitch.
(this looks like a “v” on top of the stitch), This is because the turning chain is the chain and complete
the stitch normally
unless the pattern tells you otherwise. tall enough to count as the first stitch
itself, so is counted as the first stitch of
the row. This also means that you must
remember to work the last stitch of a
row into the top of the previous row’s
turning chain.
KEEPING
STRAIGHT EDGES
Knowing which stitch to work into when
working straight can be a problem for
Sometimes a pattern will ask you to work beginners, because the turning chain
only through one loop of the stitch. To has such a role to play. If you don’t know
work through the front loop only (flo), which stitch to work into after making
insert your hook under the front loop of your turning chain, simply unravel back
the next stitch, then bring it out at the WORKING to the last stitch from previous row and
centre of the stitch, then complete. To insert a thread or stitch marker into that
work through the back loop only (blo),
INTO A SPACE stitch. Make your desired turning chain
insert your hook through the centre of Sometimes you are asked to work then miss out the stitch with the thread
the stitch, then under the back loop to into a space or a chain space. To in (except with dc stitches), as your
the back, then complete the stitch. do this simply insert your hook into turning chain now counts as the first
Sometimes you are even asked to work the hole underneath the chain, then stitch of the row. Once you have worked
in between the stitches. In this case, complete your stitch normally. across all stitches in the row, you must
ignore the top loops of the stitch and remember to put a stitch into the top of
insert your hook between the posts of This is similar to working into a ring, the previous row’s turning chain, as this
adjoining stitches. as shown on page 94. also counts as a stitch.
Beginner
WORKING IN THE ROUND
When working in the round, instead of working backwards and forwards along the work,
books we turning at the end of each round, you simply work with the right side facing you at all times
recommend and you do not turn. When working in the round, you generally begin one of three ways:
WORKING WORKING INTO ADJUSTABLE

AROUND A RING A SHORT CHAIN RING
This method of working in You can create a smaller This method is also referred
the round creates a large hole in the centre of your to as the magic loop or ring,
hole at the centre of your work by working into a as it creates a round with
work. Its size is dependent chain as short as 2ch long. no hole at the centre. Here
on the length of chain used. it is demonstrated with
double crochet.
CROCHET WORKSHOP
Erika Knight
(Quadrille, £14.99)
Perfect for the beginner,
Erika guides the reader
through 20 beautiful For double crochets, as in this
projects that quickly increase example, work 2ch. For htr
knowledge and skill level. you would work 3ch and for
Make a length of chain as trebles, 4ch.
required, then insert your Make a loop in your yarn, at
hook into the first chain stitch least 15cm/6in from the tail
you made. Yarn round hook. end. Insert hook through the
loop from front to back.
Insert hook into the top loop

of the first chain as shown.
BEETLES, BUGS AND Yarn round hook.
BUTTERFLIES
Lydia Tresselt
(SewandSo, £16.99)
A lovely introduction to
Work a slip stitch to join,
amigurumi crochet, Lydia
takes the crocheter into the
creating a ring, and then Pull yarn though to front of
tiny world of insects all with work your turning chain loop and complete the stitch
meticulous instructions. dependent on which stitch around the loop and the tail
you will be working into the end of yarn held double.
ring. Insert hook into the Complete the first stitch in the
centre of the ring and work chain as shown (illustrations
the first stitch into this ring. show dc, but can be any stitch).
ROUND AND ROUND

THE CROCHET HOOK
Now work the required amount Work all the following stitches
Emily Littlefair
(Tuva, £14.95) of stitches into the same chain. into the ring in the same way,
Emily from The Loopy Stitch
The sheer amount of stitches over the two strands of yarn
shares a whole host of Work required number of worked into one place will in the loop. Once all stitches
colourful in-the-round stitches into the centre of the cause them to fan out into a have been worked, pull the
projects, starting with ring and join round with a slip round. Now join this round loose tail end of the yarn to
simple, beginner level ideas. stitch. Do not turn, but continue with a slip stitch and continue close the ring and join the
the next row around the last. with the pattern. round with a slip stitch.
94 Inside Crochet
➻ HOW TO CROCHET
SHAPING, COLOURWORK & TENSION

Once you’ve learned simple shaping stitches, you can create almost any garment – and add
in different colours as you go with our simple technique. Make sure to check your tension first
though, or your finished piece could be completely the wrong size!
INCREASING JOINING IN TENSION/GAUGE

A NEW COLOUR
To join in a new colour (or a new ball
of the same colour), you can simply
fasten off the old yarn and then attach
the new colour with a slip stitch into the
top of the last stitch made. However,
for a neater join, you can also work the
colour change as follows:
To work an extra stitch, you simply
need to work into the same stitch more Work the last stitch in the colour you
than once. Work one stitch as normal. are using first, up to the final step, so
Insert hook into same stitch you’ve just that the stitch is unfinished. Pull the A tension swatch is used to
worked and complete another stitch. new colour through the loops on your ensure that you are working
One stitch increased. hook, completing the stitch and joining at the tension called for in the
the new colour at the same time. pattern. It is essential to check this,
otherwise your finished garment
DECREASING is likely to be the wrong size!
Working a new colour over
To decrease a stitch, you need to work double crochet Crochet a small square of just over
into two stitches without finishing 10 x 10cm/4 x 4in in the main yarn
them, then work them together. and stitch used in the pattern, then
count and calculate the average
amount of stitches per cm.
Chain a few more stitches and

work more rows than the tension
in the pattern suggests you’ll
need for this size. Once you have
completed the swatch, use a
For a double crochet (above), insert hook measuring tape or ruler, place
into next st, yarn over hook and draw a Working a new colour over some pins at 0 and 10 and take
loop through the stitch, but do not finish treble crochet some average measurements
the double crochet stitch as usual. Insert – count how many stitches and
hook into following st, yarn over hook and rows to 10cm at different points
draw a loop through the next st, so there over the swatch.
are three loops on the hook in total. Yarn
over hook and draw the loop through If you find you have more stitches
all loops on hook, drawing two stitches per cm than indicated in the
together. One stitch decreased. pattern, then your tension is too
tight and you need to work more
loosely. The best way to do this
is to increase the size of hook
Once you have joined in the new yarn, you’re using by a quarter or half
you can weave in the ends of both millimetre until the tension is as
yarns as you go, by holding them on close as you can get it. If there are
top of your stitches and working round fewer stitches than required, then
them as you work into the following you are crocheting too loosely,
stitches. Do this for at least 5cm/2in and you need to decrease the size
For a treble crochet, work a treble into the then cut the remaining ends. of hook used in the same way.
next stitch until the last step of the stitch,
two loops on hook. Do the same into the
following stitch, three loops on hook. Draw
TURN THE PAGE FOR CLUSTER STITCHES, TIPS AND A FULL GLOSSARY
through all three loops on hook to draw the
OF CROCHET ABBREVIATIONS, UK VS US TERMS AND HOOK SIZES
two trebles together. One stitch decreased.
CLUSTERS
Clusters are groups of stitches worked into the same stitch, but rather than an increase,
they still only equate to one stitch overall. Clusters can be confusing to work, so here
TIPS ANDTRICKS
abcdgg
are the details of some of the main cluster stitches.
Working from
BOBBLE PUFFS a pattern
A bobble is a number of stitches A puff is a number of elongated half
(generally trebles), half finished and trebles worked into the same stitch
all worked into the same stitch. and then finished together, as follows: ➻ Once you have “cracked
Work each stitch until the last step, the code” and understand
omitting this final step. Once the desired the stitches’ abbreviations,
number of half finished trebles have a pattern becomes much
been completed, you will have one easier to read. Don’t read a
more loop on your hook than you have pattern fully before starting
half finished trebles. Yarn round hook, it as it may make it seem
then pull through all loops on hook to more complex, but do
complete the bobble. take a brief look through
to check if there any
abbreviations you are
POPCORNS 1 Yarn round hook, insert into next stitch, unfamiliar with. Consult
Popcorns are a number of complete pull a loop through the stitch and then the abbreviations tables
stitches worked into one stitch. pull it up to the height of all other stitches opposite before beginning.
in the row.
➻ Purchase yarn with the
same dye lot number on
the balls to avoid unwanted
colour changes and choose
light coloured yarn for
your first projects to make
sure that you can see your
stitches easily – this helps
prevent mistakes occurring.
➻ If you are attempting

1 Once the sts are completed, remove your 2 Yarn round hook, insert into same a project with multiple
hook and insert back into the first stitch stitch, pull a loop through stitch and pull size options, circle or
worked, then through the final loop. it up to the height of all other stitches highlight the instructions
in the row. Repeat this step the desired for the size you are making
number of times. throughout the pattern
to avoid confusion. The
smallest size is listed first,
then all following ones inside
brackets, increasing in size
and separated by commas.
➻ Where a pattern has an

accompanying chart, use this
for reference, as it shows the
formation of the stitches as
they will be worked and can
2 Yarn round hook and pull through 3 Yarn round hook and pull through all help with tricky instructions.
everything on the hook. Popcorn complete. loops on hook. Puff made.
➻ Finally, and most
importantly, for projects
Choose light-coloured yarn for your first few projects that need to have a good fit,
always check your tension by
to make sure that you can see all of your stitches swatching before you begin.
easily – this helps prevent mistakes occurring

96 Inside Crochet
➻ HOW TO CROCHET
ABBREVIATIONS A note
on... Hook sizes
Note: Inside Crochet uses UK terms throughout
➻ Hook sizes and their designations vary
alt · alternate etr · extended treble prev · previous from country to country. When following
bef · before est · established rem · remain(s); remaining the recommendations in a pattern or on
beg · begin(s); beginning fdc · foundation double rep(s) · repeat(s) a ball band, make sure to check which
size convention is being used.
bet · between crochet rev dc · reverse double
blo · back loop only flo · front loop only crochet CROCHET HOOK SIZES
ch(s) · chain(s) foll · follows; following rnd(s) · round(s)
ch-sp(s) · chain space(s) ftr · foundation treble RS · right side Metric (mm) UK US
cl(s) · cluster(s) crochet rtrf · raised treble front 0.60 14
cm · centimetre(s) g · gram(s) rtrb · raised treble back 0.75 12
cont · continue(s); gp(s) · group(s) sl · slip
1 adjustable ring
11
continuing hk · hook sl st · slip stitch
1.25 7
dc · double crochet htr · half treble crochet sp(s) · space(es) sl st
dc2tog · work two dc htr2tog · work two htr st(s) · stitch(es) 1.50 6
together together t-ch(s) · turning chain(s) 1.75 5ch
dec(s) · decrease(s); inc(s) · increase(s); tog · together 2 14
decreasing; decreased increasing; increased tr · treble crochet
bl only
2.25 B/1
dtr · double treble crochet in · inch(es) trtr · triple treble adjustable ring
2.5 12 fl only
adjustable ring
dtr2tog · work two dtr lp(s) · loop(s) tr2tog · work two trebles 2.75 C/2
together m · stitch marker together sl st dc
3sl st 10
ea · each mm · millimetre(s) WS · wrong side ch
ech · extended chain nc · not closed yd(s) · yard(s)
3.25
ch fdc
D/3
edc · extended double patt · pattern yoh · yarn over hook 3.5
bl only 9 E/4
bl only htr
crochet pm · place marker yrh · yarn round hook 3.75 F/5
adjustable ring 4fl only
fl
only 8 G/6
tr
4.5
dc 7 7
BREAKING THE LANGUAGE BARRIERsl st 5dc 6 H/8
fdc
5.5 5 dtr
I/9
UK and US terms have differing meanings which can create difficulty for thech fdc
crocheter. Here’s a handy reference guide to overcome any misunderstandings. 6 4 J/10
bl only htr
htr
6.5 3 K-/101/2
trtr
UK TERMS US TERMS 7tr 2
fl only
Chain Chain
adjustable ring 8tr 0 L/11
Miss Skip dc rtrf
9 00 M /13
Slip stitch Slip stitch dtr
sl st fdc dtr
10 000 N/15
Double crochet Single crochet
ch 11.5 O
rtrb
Half treble crochet Half double crochet htr
Treble crochet Double crochet trtr
12 P
bl only trtr
Double treble crochet Treble crochet 15 Q
dc2tog
tr
Triple treble crochet Double treble crochet
fl only 20 S
adjustable ring rtrf
Raised treble back/front Back/front post dc rtrf tr2tog
sl st dc dtr
fdc rtrb tr3tog

ch rtrb
CHARTS KEY bl only htr
trtr
dc2tog puff
dc2tog
adjustable ring fl only tr rtrf tr2tog 3-tr cl
tr2tog
sl st dc
dtr tr3tog popcorn
ch rtrb tr3tog
fdc
puff
bl only htr puff linked tr
trtr dc2tog
fl only 3-tr cl
tr tr2tog 3-tr cl
dc rtrf
popcorn www.insidecrochet.co.uk 97
dtr tr3tog popcorn
fdc
➻ FINAL THOUGHT
“My absolute favourite fibre to wor

k
with is silk – it’s impossible to get a bad
colour on silk, the shine on silk makes
everything gorgeous!”
Jeni Hewlett
FANTASTIC FIBRES
We chat to Jeni of Fyberspates yarns about colour, silk
and finding inspiration in food…
Tell us about your life… I live in Chester with my which come after that tend to fill in the gaps, but also
husband and business partner and my cat Kit. I have reflect what works well with that particular fibre.
a massive greenhouse where I like to grow things like With Scrumptious we made the palette into a
Above: Jeni started hand-
dyeing back in 2004, when
ginger, citrus and turmeric, and I am obsessed with rainbow and then added pastels. With Vivacious we
there were only a few other fermenting things from kimchi to soy sauce. started with a rainbow and then moved towards
UK hand-dyers around. more complex colours, it all depends on what looks
Below: A selection of some Fyberspates has gone through quite a few good with the construction and fibre content.
of Jeni's absolutely stunning
changes over the years – could you tell us
hand-dyed yarns in beautiful
bright and muted tones. about the company’s journey? I started off as a Do you have a favourite of your yarns? This is a
hand-dyer in 2004 while I was at university – there super hard one, but I think it’s a tie between Faery
were only about three other hand-dyers at that time Wings and Vivacious (probably because they are
in the UK. I ran my business alongside my job and both hand-dyed). Vivacious is an all-around yarn
eventually took the plunge to run my business full perfect for sweaters and accessories, and we are
time after about three years. I sold yarn to shops as always working on the palettes. If I had to take one to
well as retail, and found this a difficult balance. a desert island it would be Vivacious I think.
Eventually I created my Scrumptious range which
was purely for wholesale, and this lifted my business What’s a typical day like for you? If I'm working
significantly. It eventually got too big for me to for Fyberspates I check emails, work on patterns, do
continue to dye yarn, do the shows and manage all sketches for designs, or dye colours to be matched by
the wholesale, so I switched entirely to wholesale. In our hand dyers. If it’s for Chester Wool Co, it’s social
2015 I joined my company with my husband’s and media, test dyeing yarns, answering queries or giving
became Chester Wool Co. Now I run Fyberspates information on the sourcing of our yarns.
and also help with parts of Chester Wool Co;
developing yarns, dealing with the ecological and What inspires you? This is going to sound weird,
sustainability aspects of the business and I do all the but I try not to get inspiration from yarn and knitting
test dyeing. It’s wonderful, although nothing I ever – on my social media accounts I tend to follow
do stays the same for very long! creatives in different industries and also indie food
producers, these can often give you ideas which
What are your favourite fibres to work with? come from a totally different perspective. If I
My absolute favourite fibre is silk – it’s impossible to followed yarnies all the time I wouldn’t be able to tell
get a bad colour on silk, whereas wools can become if my ideas were coming from others or myself. Of
muddy, the shine on silk makes everything gorgeous. course, I dip in and out, but I don’t follow it all the
I have a couple of yarns with silk in, Scrumptious and time. So basically, I get inspiration from food,
Faery Wings, Faery Wings in particular shows off strange but true!
how gorgeous it can be.
What are your plans for the future? Fyberspates
How would you describe your colour continues to grow, we have some big targets that I
sensibilities? My tendency has been towards bright want to hit next year, and we have some really
jewel colours, but I have recently been embracing exciting collaborations coming. I tend to have targets
pastels and also muted colours. I tend to go in phases like who I’d like to work with and turnover goals, but
– I had a yellow phase, and a long grey phase, and other than that, I like to keep it simple and flexible
there are a lot of greys in Vivacious as a result! and do things when they feel right.

How do you choose colours for the different View Fyberspates yarns at www.fyberspates.com
yarn ranges? When we launch a new range, there Turn to pages 48 and 60 for our fab projects in the
are a basic 12 colours we know will sell, the colours luxurious Fyberspates Scrumptious yarn
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