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26 TWO!TONE TURTLENECK 62 BABY BLANKET
30 AMIGURUMI DEER 68 VALENTINE’S SCARF
35 SCARF AND MITTS SET 72 CABLED SWEATER
45 EMBELLISH: FLIPFLOP SLIPPERS 82 BABY BEANIE
48 NEW! KATIE JONES 2!IN!1 CAL 93 GEO CUSHION DUO
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CAL we’ve been working on with designer Katie Art Editors Kimberly Price, Jude Curle
Production EditorTallulah Speed
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behind a project,
and this adorable
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did not get to talk to her much. She
was so relaxed and at ease when
she came to talk to us, it did rub o!
a little bit!”Jane Foster, who judged
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COSY POSIES
Criminally overlooked amongst a rainbow
of other colours, chocolate brown o!ers a
muted base note to these cushions that’s
deep enough to hold its own against bold
primary shades.
GROW A THROW
Corner-to-corner crochet is a great match
for the retro look of this lap blanket. A
perfect winter project, this blanket will
keep you warm while you hook!
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PUT YOUR FEET UP
Draw the admiration of visitors with this
bold cube pou!e. The elongated stitches
in this beauty mean it hooks up quicker
than you’d think.
PUT THE PETAL ON
Who needs paintings when you’ve got a hook
and yarn? These simple decorative motifs work
well on a wall, but could equally be used in the
dining room, as potholders or place mats.
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COASTERS NOTES next st, 2tr in next 3 sts, 2htr in next st, dc in
Coasters are worked in rounds with RS facing
next 2 sts; rep from * four times more, ss to beg
Perk up your coffee table with this sweet throughout. Each Coaster uses approx 12g of ss to join. [75 sts]
set of coasters, designed by Emma Leith yarn. Use colours of your choice for each Round 7 *Dc in next 2 dc, htr in next 3 sts, 2htr
Q Sirdar Country Classic (50% wool, 50% acrylic, round, making sure Rounds 5-7 are worked in in next st, htr in next 2 sts, 2htr in next st, htr in
50g/125m), 1 ball of Chocolate Brown (854) the same colour. next 3 sts, dc in next 2 sts, ss into ss; rep from *
Q Sirdar Snuggly Doodle DK (90% acrylic, 10% four times more. [85 sts]
polyester, 50g/125m), 1 ball of each: Pea Pod COASTER Fasten off.
(200), Jammy (204), Chatterbox (202), Using any colour, make a magic loop.
Honeybunch (203) Round 1 (RS) Ch2 (counts as htr throughout), SURFACE CROCHET
Q A 4mm (US G/6) hook 9htr into loop, ss to top of beg ch-2 to join. Surface crochet around the sts from Rounds 2
[10 sts] and 4 using same colour used for Round 1 of
TENSION Fasten off and join any colour into any st. Coaster.
Tension is not critical for this project, but may Round 2 Ch2, htr in st at base of ch-2, 2htr in Fasten off and weave in all ends.
affect yarn quantities required each st around, ss to top of beg ch-2. [20 sts]
Fasten off and join any colour into any st.
MEASUREMENTS Round 3 Ch2, (2htr in next st, htr in next st) 9 CUSHIONS
Coaster measures 13x13cm (5x5in) times, 2htr in final st, ss to top of beg ch-2.
[30 sts] These two-tone cushions are a masterclass
ABBREVIATIONS Fasten off and join any colour into any st. in simple statement. By Marianne Rawlins
surface crochet Position yarn on WS of work, Round 4 Ch2, htr in st at base of ch-2, (htr in Q Sirdar Country Classic (50% wool, 50% acrylic,
insert hook through fabric from RS to WS, yrh, next 2 sts, 2htr in next st) 9 times, htr in final 2 50g/125m), 12 balls of Yarn A Chocolate
pull loop through to RS, *insert hook through sts, ss to top of beg ch-2. [40 sts] Brown (854) (see Notes for breakdown of yarn
fabric moving in direction you want the surface Fasten off and join any colour into any st. quantities)
crochet to travel, yrh and pull up a loop, pull Round 5 Ch2, htr in st at base of ch-2, (htr in Q Sirdar Snuggly Doodle DK (90% acrylic, 10%
through loop on hook; rep from * as required next 3 sts, 2htr in next st) 9 times, htr in final 3 polyester, 50g/125m), 1 ball of each for Yarn B
For a full list, see page 92 sts, ss to top of beg ch-2. [50 sts] Pea Pod (200), Jammy (204), Chatterbox (202),
Round 6 *Ss into next st, dc in next 2 sts, 2htr in Honeybunch (203)
Q A 4mm (US G/6) hook
Q Cushion insert, 30x30cm
TENSION
16 sts and 16 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in)
over double crochet using a 4mm hook or size
needed to obtain correct tension
MEASUREMENTS
Cushion cover measures 38x38cm (15x15cm)
NOTES
Each Cushion Cover uses two colours. You will
need 3 balls of Chocolate Brown and 1 ball of
any other colour per cushion. Throughout
pattern Chocolate Brown will be referred to as
Yarn A and the second colour will be referred
to as Yarn B. There is a Chart on the page
opposite, which you will need to refer to for all
colourwork. Each small Square represents 1dc.
Read RS rows from right to left and WS rows
from left to right. The first two rows of the
Chart have been written out to guide you.
Change colour on the final yrh of st before
colour change is indicated and carry unused
yarn across the WS of your work.
CUSHION
FRONT
Using Yarn A, ch61.
Row 1 (RS) Dc in second ch from hook and in
each ch to end, turn. [60 sts]
Row 2 (WS) Ch1 (does not count as a st
throughout), dc in first 8 sts, change to Yarn B,
dc in next 9 sts, change to Yarn A, dc in next 26
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sts, change to Yarn B, dc in next 9 sts, change to
Yarn A, dc in final 8 sts, turn.
Row 3 Ch1, dc in first 6 sts, change to Yarn B, dc
in next 13 sts, change to Yarn A, dc in next 22
sts, change to Yarn B, dc in next 13 sts, change
to Yarn A, dc in final 6 sts, turn.
Rows 4-60 Continue in pattern set working
from the Chart above.
Fasten off and weave in ends.
BACK
Using Yarn A, ch61.
Row 1 (RS) As Row 1 of Front. [60 sts]
Row 2 Ch1, dc in each st to end, turn.
Rows 3-60 As Row 2.
Fasten off and weave in ends.
TO MAKE UP
Place Back and Front sections together with RS
facing outwards.
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Join Yarn A into any corner and work sts joined together before the Border is added. FLOWER CHART
through both pieces to join as follows: Each Square is worked using a ‘corner to
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Round 1 (RS) Ch1, (3dc into corner, dc into each corner’ (c2c) construction in blocks of (ch3, 3tr)
15
st or row-end to next corner) 3 times, insert worked into the same sp. 28
cushion pad and work bracketed instruction Each row is made up of a diagonal row of 13
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once more, ss to beg dc to join. [248 sts] blocks, starting with 1 block in the bottom
11
Fasten off and weave in ends. right-hand corner, increasing to two blocks in 24
the next row, 3 blocks in the next row and so 9
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on. When you have worked a row with 15 7
colour cruShBLANKET blocks you will continue by working one fewer 20 5
block on each row.
18
Go for a bold interior aesthetic with this There is a Flower Chart to the right, which you 3
corner-to-corner project by Kate Alinari should refer to when making the Flower 16
Q Sirdar Country Classic (50% wool, 50% acrylic, Squares. Each small Square represents 1 c2c 1
14 12 10 8 6 4 2
50g/125m), 14 balls of Chocolate Brown (854) block. Read all rows diagonally on the Chart.
Q Sirdar Snuggly Doodle DK (90% acrylic, The first 2 rows of colourwork have been
Key
10% polyester, 50g/125m), 2 balls of each: written out to guide you.
Honeybunch (203), Chatterbox (202), Pea Pod Change colour on the ss between c2c blocks. Chocolate Brown
(200), Jammy (204) Do not carry the yarn, instead wind off
Yarn B
Q A 4mm (US G/6) hook separate balls of each colour to use.
Q Tapestry needle Yarn C
BLANKET
TENSION PLAIN SQUARE (MAKE 8) LAYOUT DIAGRAM
6x6 c2c blocks measure 10x10cm (4x4in) With Chocolate Brown, ch6.
Row 1 (RS) Tr in fourth ch from hook, tr in next
MEASUREMENTS 2 ch, turn. [1 block]
Blanket measures 95x150cm (37x59in) Row 2 (WS) Ch6, tr in fourth ch from hook, tr in
next 2 ch, ss into ch-3 sp on previous block,
NOTES (ch3, 3tr) in same ch-sp, turn. [2 blocks]
Blanket is made up of 15 Squares (8 Plain Row 3 Ch6, tr in fourth ch from hook, tr in next
Squares and 7 Flower Squares), which are 2 ch, *ss into ch-3 sp on next block, (ch3, 3 tr) in
Key
Flower Square
Plain Square
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ch-3 sp; rep from * to end, turn. [3 blocks]
Rows 4-15 As Row 3. [15 blocks]
Row 16 Ss in next 3 sts from previous block, *ss
into ch-3 on next block, (ch3, 3tr) in ch-3 sp; rep
from * omitting last ch-3 sp, turn. [14 blocks]
Rows 17-29 As Row 16. [1 block]
Fasten off.
FLOWER SQUARE (MAKE 7)
Follow the pattern for the Plain Square, but use
the Flower Chart on the page opposite for all
colour changes.
Make one in each of the following colour
combinations:
Honeybunch as Yarn B, Pea Pod as Yarn C.
Pea Pod as Yarn B, Honeybunch as Yarn C.
Honeybunch as Yarn B, Chatterbox as Yarn C.
Jammy as Yarn B, Pea Pod as Yarn C.
Pea Pod as Yarn B, Jammy as Yarn C.
Chatterbox as Yarn B, Honeybunch as Yarn C.
Jammy as Yarn B, Chatterbox as Yarn C.
Q Sirdar Snuggly Doodle DK (90% acrylic, 10% pull through all loops on hook
TO MAKE UP polyester, 50g/125m), 2 balls of each: Pea Pod tr2tog over 4 *Yrh, insert hook into next st, yrh
Weave in all ends. (200), Jammy (204), Chatterbox (202), and pull up a loop, yrh and pull through 2
Steam block each Square: lay it on a blocking Honeybunch (203) loops**, skip next 2 sts; rep from * to **, yrh and
board, pin it to shape, set a household iron to Q A 4mm (US G/6) hook pull through all loops on hook
the hottest temperature and maximum steam, Q Pouffe, 40x40x40cm For a full list, see page 92
hover it about 2cm from the Square making
sure the iron never touches the fabric. Leave to TENSION NOTES
dry for approx 30 minutes. Rounds 1-2 of Flower Motif to measure 7cm Pouffe is made up of 6 Flower Motifs and
Using Chocolate Brown, sew the Squares (2"in) in diameter 8 Triangles, which are joined together at
together using the Layout Diagram on the the end.
page opposite. MEASUREMENTS For the Flower Motif you can use any colours
To fit pouffe measuring 40x40x40cm for Rounds 1-8 except Chocolate Brown.
BORDER (15"x15"x15"in) Change colour every 2 rounds as indicated.
With RS facing, join Chocolate Brown into any The ch3 at the beginning of each round
corner. ABBREVIATIONS always counts as a st, but not always a treble.
Round 1 (RS) Ch3 (does not count as a st tr2tog over 3 *Yrh, insert hook into next st, yrh Sometimes it will count as the final leg of a
throughout), *(3tr, ch3, 3tr) into corner, 3tr into and pull up a loop, yrh and pull through 2 tr2tog.
each block across to next corner; rep from * 3 loops**, skip next st; rep from * to **, yrh and Slip stitches are not included in st counts
times more, ss to top of beg tr.
Round 2 Ch3, *tr in each st to ch-3 corner sp,
(2tr, ch2, 2tr) in corner sp; rep from * around, ss
to beg tr.
Change to Chatterbox.
Rounds 3-6 As Round 2 using Chatterbox for
Round 3, Pea Pod for Round 4, Jammy for
Round 5 and Honeybunch for Round 6.
Change to Chocolate Brown.
Round 7 Ch2 (does not count as a st), *(tr in
next st, dc in next st) around to next ch-2 corner
sp, (2dc, ch2, 2dc) in corner; rep from * around,
ss to beg tr.
Fasten off and weave in ends.
POUFFE
Seat your feet on tropical-sized florals with
Fran Morgan’s practical pouffe
Q Sirdar Country Classic! (50% wool, 50% acrylic,
50g/125m), 5 balls of Chocolate Brown (854)
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times more omitting final htr, ss to top of beg
ch-2. [188 sts]
Fasten off leaving stitch markers in place.
TRIANGLES (MAKE 8)
Using Chocolate Brown, make a magic loop.
Round 1 (RS) Ch3 (counts as tr), (2tr, ch2) into
loop, (3tr, ch2) twice, ss to top of beg ch-3.
[9 tr, 3 ch-2 sps]
Round 2 (RS) Ch3 (counts as tr throughout), *tr
in each st to next ch-2 sp, (2tr, ch2, 2tr) in ch-sp;
rep from * around, ss to top of beg ch-3. [21 tr]
Rounds 3-4 As Round 2. [45 tr]
Round 5 Ch2 (counts as htr), *htr in each st to
ch-2 sp, htr in ch-sp (pm); rep from * around, ss
to top of beg ch-2. [48 sts]
TO MAKE UP
Take one Flower Motif and sew a triangle
between each pair of marked stitches so that
the marked sts on the Triangle are joined to the
marked sts on the Flower Motif.
Then join 4 more Flower Motifs around the side
of the first Motif, lining up the markers on the
Triangles as before.
Join the remaining 4 Triangles to the final
Flower Motif; insert the Pouffe before joining
the final side.
unless otherwise stated. in next st, skip final 2 sts, ss to top of beg ch-3.
[102 sts] WALL ART
POUFFE Change colour.
FLOWER MOTIF (MAKE 6) Round 7 Ss in next 2 sts, ch3 (counts as final leg Take your wall from bare to blooming
Using any colour except Chocolate Brown, of tr2tog over 4), *tr in next st, dtr in next 3 sts, marvellous with Natalie Beard’s hooky art
make a magic loop. 2dtr in next 5 sts, dtr in next 3 sts, tr in next st**, Q Sirdar Country Classic (50% wool, 50% acrylic,
Round 1 (RS) Ch3 (counts as tr), 19tr into loop, tr2tog over 4: rep from * 5 times more ending 50g/125m), 1 ball of Chocolate Brown (854)
ss to top of beg ch-3 to join. [20 sts] final rep at **, tr in next st, skip final 2 sts, ss to Q Sirdar Snuggly Doodle DK (90% acrylic, 10%
Round 2 (RS) Ch3 (counts as tr), (2tr in next st, tr top of beg ch-3. [114 sts] polyester, 50g/125m), 1 ball of each: Pea Pod
in next st) 9 times, 2tr in final st, ss to top of beg Round 8 Ss in next 2 sts, ch3 (counts as final leg (200), Jammy (204), Chatterbox (202),
ch-3. [30 sts] of tr2tog over 4), *tr in next st, dtr in next 3 sts, Honeybunch (203)
Change colour. 2dtr in next 7 sts, dtr in next 3 sts, tr in next st**, Q A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook
Round 3 Ch4 (counts as dtr throughout), dtr in tr2tog over 4; rep from * 5 times more ending Q 3 metal rings, 15cm in diameter (available at
st at base of ch-4, *2dtr in next st, dtr in next st, final rep at **, tr in next st, skip 2 sts, ss to top of www.littlecraftybugs.co.uk)
tr2tog over 3 working first leg into st at base of beg ch-3. [138 sts]
prev dtr, dtr in st at base of second leg of Change to Chocolate Brown. TENSION
tr2tog**, 2dtr in next st; rep from * 5 times more Round 9 Ch5 (counts as ttr), ttr in st at base of Rounds 1-4 of Base measures 10cm (4in) in
ending last rep at **, ss to top of beg ch-4. ch-4, *dtr in next 2 sts, tr in next 2 sts, htr in diameter
[42 sts] next 2 sts, dc in next 3 sts, ss in next 4 sts, dc in
Round 4 Ch3 (counts as tr), *2dtr in next 3 sts, next 3 sts, htr in next 2 sts, tr in next 2 sts, dtr in MEASUREMENTS
2tr in next st, tr2tog next 2 sts**, 2tr in next st; next 2 sts**, 2ttr in next st; rep from * ending To fit 15cm (6in) metal ring
rep from * 5 times more ending final rep at **, tr final rep at **, ss to top of beg ch-4.
in st at base of beg ch-3, ss to top of beg ch-3. [144 sts including 24 ss] NOTES
[66 sts] Round 10 Ch3 (counts as tr), tr in st at base of A plain Base is worked first and sewn to a ring.
Change colour. ch-3, (tr in next 11 sts, 2tr in next st) 11 times, tr Next you will make a Flower Motif and sew
Round 5 Ch3 (counts as tr), *skip next st, 2dtr in in final 11 sts, ss to top of beg ch-3. [156 sts] this to the Base. There are three colourways
next 5 sts, 2tr in next st, tr2tog over 3**, 2tr in Round 11 Ch3 (counts as tr), tr in st at base of for the Flower Motifs and the yarns used are
next st; rep from * 5 times more ending final ch-3, *tr in next 5 sts, 2tr in next st, tr in next 6 listed at the top of the Flower Motif section.
rep at **, tr in st at base of beg ch-3, ss to top of sts**, 2tr in next st; rep from * 11 times more The petals of the Flower Motif are worked in a
beg ch-3. [90 sts] ending final rep at **, ss to top of beg ch-3. continuous spiral without closing off each
Round 6 Ch3 (counts as final leg of tr2tog over [180 sts] round with a ss. Please note that ss are used
4), *tr in next st, dtr in next 2 sts, 2dtr in next 5 Round 12 Ch2 (counts as htr), *2htr in next st within this section of the pattern but are
sts, dtr in next 2 sts, tr in next st**, tr2tog over 4; (pm in first htr), htr in next 14 sts, 2htr in next st counted as stitches.
rep from * 5 times more ending final rep at **, tr (pm in final htr), tr in next 29 sts; rep from * 3
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WALL ART Chatterbox for Yarn A, Chocolate Brown for next st; rep from * 3 times more. [56 sts]
BASE (MAKE 3) Yarn B and Honeybunch for Yarn C. Round 8 *Ss in next st, dc in next st, htr in next
Using Chocolate Brown, make a magic loop. st, 2htr in next st, tr in next st, 2tr in next 4 sts, tr
Round 1 (WS) Ch3 (does not count as a stitch Using Yarn A, make a magic loop. in next st, 2htr in next st, htr in next st, dc in
throughout), 12tr into loop, ss to top of beg tr to Round 1 (RS) Ch1 (does not count as a st next st, ss in next st; rep from * 3 times more.
join. [12 sts] throughout), 6dc into loop, ss to top of beg dc [80 sts]
Round 2 (WS) Ch3, 2tr in each st around, ss to to join. [6 sts] Round 9 Dc2tog, dc in next 2 sts, htr in next st,
top if beg tr. [24 sts] Round 2 (RS) Ch1, 2dc in each st around, ss to 2htr in next st, tr in next 3 sts, 2tr in next 4 sts, tr
Round 3 Ch3, (2tr in next st, tr in next st) 12 top of beg dc. [12 sts] in next 3 sts, 2htr in next st, htr in next st, dc in
times, ss to top of beg tr. [36 sts] Round 3 Ch1, (dc in next st, 2dc in next st) 6 next 2 sts; rep from * 3 times more, ss in next st
Round 4 Ch3, (2tr in next st, tr in next 2 sts) 12 times, ss to top of beg dc. [18 sts] to join. [100 sts]
times, ss to top of beg tr. [48 sts] Round 4 Ch1, (dc in next 2 sts, 2dc in next st) 6 Fasten off.
Round 5 Ch3, (2tr in next st, tr in next 3 sts) 12 times, ss to top of beg dc. [24 sts]
times, ss to top of beg tr. [60 sts] Fasten off and join Yarn B into the fl of any st TO MAKE UP
Round 6 Ch3, (2tr in next st, tr in next 4 sts) 12 from Round 4. Using the image as a guide, sew each Flower to
times, ss to top of beg tr. [72 sts] Round 5 Ss in fl of each st around. a Base.
Fasten off leaving a 75cm tail. Fasten off.
Use the tail to sew the Base to a metal ring, Rounds 6-9 are worked in a continuous spiral
working through each st of the final round. without closing off each round with a ss. F
Join Yarn C with a ss into bl of any st from YARN STOCKISTS
FLOWER MOTIF (MAKE 3) Round 4. Sirdar 01924 231682
Make one in each of the following colour Round 6 *Htr in next st, (tr, dtr) in next st, (dtr, www.sirdar.co.uk
combinations: tr) in next st, htr in next st, ss in next 2 sts; rep
Jammy for Yarn A, Chocolate Brown for Yarn B from * 3 times more working final ss into same
and Pea Pod for Yarn C. st as beg ss. [32 sts]
Pea Pod for Yarn A, Chocolate Brown for Yarn B Round 7 *Ss into next st, htr in next st, 2tr in
and Chatterbox for Yarn C. next 2 sts, 3tr in next st, 2tr in next 2 sts, htr in
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Simple shapes for
an easy make!
TWO-TONE SWEATER
we
love
Snuggle up
One-up your winter jumper game with this
ultra-cosy turtleneck, designed by Liliana Buce
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TWO-TONE SWEATER
Whenthechillbedsin,letthiscomfortable
EASY turtleneckbeyourwinterweather
PEASY consolation.Alooserollneckandpairof
ARAN 5MM close-fittingsleevesaddextracuddle–and
WEIGHT HOOK
a stylish twist – to the classic jumper style.
NOTES
YOU WILL NEED Sweater is worked in pieces which are joined
Q West Yorkshire Spinners The Croft together at the end. The Turtleneck is worked
(100% wool, 100g/166m) in rounds over the neckline space on the
Yarn A Ollaberry (568) Front and Back after the shoulders have been
Yarn B Maryfield (761) joined. The model is wearing a size 12-14.
See table for measurements and
yarn quantities SWEATER
Q A 5mm (H/8) hook FRONT
For yarn stockists contact Using Yarn A, ch63 (70: 77: 84: 90).
WY Spinners 01535 664500 Row 1 (RS) Htr in the third ch from the hook,
www.wyspinners.com htr in each ch across, turn. [61 (68: 75: 82: 88) sts] The fitted jumper sleeves are made from
Rows 2-10 Ch2 (does not count as a st half-trebles, turning at the end of each row
TENSION throughout), htr in each st across, turn.
13 sts and 11 rows to measure Change to Yarn B.
10x10cm (4x4in) over half treble Rows 11-25 Ch2, htr in every st across, turn. across, turn. [42 (45: 48: 51: 54) sts]
crochet using a 5mm hook, or size Rows 26-40 Ch2, htr in bl of each st across, Rows 12-13 Ch2, htr in each st across, turn.
needed to obtain correct tension turn. Row 14 Ch2, 2htr in first st, htr in each st to final
Row 41 Ch2, htr in each st across. st, 2htr in final st, turn. [44 (47: 50: 53: 56) sts]
ABBREVIATIONS Repeat Row 41 another 19 (21: 23: 25: 27) times. Rows 15-16 Ch2, htr in each st across, turn.
For a full list, see page 92 Fasten off. Repeat Rows 12-16 another 3 (7: 7: 7: 7) times.
[50 (61: 64: 67: 70) sts]
BACK Fasten off sizes 12-14 only.
Using Yarn A, ch63 (70: 77: 84: 90).
Rows 1-25 As Rows 1-25 of Front, changing to SIZE 8!10 ONLY
Yarn B at the end of Row 10. Repeat Row 12 of Sleeve another 2 times.
[61 (68: 75: 82: 88) sts] Repeat Rows 12-16 another 3 times. [56 sts]
Row 26 Ch2, htr in each st across, turn. Repeat Row 12 of Sleeve another 2 times.
Repeat Row 26 another 34 (36: 38: 40: 42) times. Fasten off.
Fasten off.
SIZES 16!18, 20!22 AND 24!26 ONLY
SLEEVES !MAKE 2" Next row Ch2, 2htr in first st, htr in each st
Using Yarn A, ch30 (32: 34: 37: 39). across. [- (-: 65: 68: 71) sts]
Row 1 Htr in third ch from hook, htr in each ch Fasten off.
across, turn. [28 (30: 32: 34: 36) sts]
Rows 2-10 Ch2, htr in every st across, turn. TO MAKE UP
Change to Yarn B. We recommend blocking the Front, Back and
Row 11 Ch2, (2htr in next st, htr in next st) Sleeves before joining. Pin out to
SIZE 8-10 12-14 16-18 20-22 24-26
cm 81-86 91-97 102-107 112-117 122-127
TO FIT BUST
in 32-34 36-38 40-42 44-46 48-50
ACTUAL BUST cm 93 104 114.5 125.5 134.5
"APPROX# in 36" 41 45 49" 53
b c
cm 54.5 56.5 58 60 62
LENGTH
in 21" 22! 22# 23" 24"
cm 45.5 46.5 47 47 47
SLEEVE LENGTH
a
in 18 18! 18" 18" 18"
Bust width a: 46.5 (52: 57: 62.5: 67)cm, YARN A 100g 2 2 2 3 3
18! (20": 22": 24": 26!)in
Length b: 54.5 (56.5: 58: 60: 62)cm 21" YARN B 100g 5 6 7 8 9
(22!: 22#: 23": 24")in
Sleeve Length c: 45.5 (46.5: 47: 47: 47)cm To make this pattern easier to follow, we’ve colour-coded the sizing instructions – simply follow the relevant
18 (18!: 18": 18": 18")in column.
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measurements stated and spray with water.
Leave until completely dry. The turtleneck is
Place Front and Back together with WS facing hooked on after the
out. Sew shoulder seam together over 16 (19: jumper has been
22: 25: 28) sts on each side. seamed together
Pin the Sleeves in place making sure there are
an even number of sts over the Front and Back.
Once happy with the position, sew the Sleeves
into place then seam the sides and Sleeves on
the Jumper.
TURTLENECK
Turtleneck is worked in rounds.
Join Yarn A into any st from neckline.
Round 1 (RS) Ch2, htr in each st around Front
and Back, ss to top of beg htr, turn.
[58 (60: 62: 64: 64) sts]
Round 2 (WS) Ch2, htr in each st around, ss to
beg htr, turn.
Repeat Round 2 another 10 (10: 10: 10: 10)
times.or to desired length.
Fasten off and weave in ends.
SIMPLE STEPS HOW TO MAKE A HALF TREBLE
1To make a half treble crochet 2 Insert the hook under the 3Pull the yarn through the 4Yarn round hook again, pull
stitch, work to where you top two loops of the next stitch only (3 loops on hook). the yarn through all 3 loops.
want the htr and then wind stitch in the previous row. You’ve made a half treble
the yarn round the hook (yrh). Wrap yarn around the hook crochet. Continue working htr
again (yrh). into next and following sts to
the end of the row.
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Happy new deer
Make it your 2020 resolution to hook up
this sweet fellow, designed by Erinna Lee
perfect
gift
AMIGURUMI DEER
With his neatly coiffed hair and baby blue
A BIT bow tie, this little deer’s dressed to his best
TRICKY and ready to party. Don’t forget safety eyes
4PLY 2.5MM are only suitable for children over 36 months
WEIGHT HOOK
– swap them for sewn eyes if you’re planning
to gift him to a young tot.
YOU WILL NEED NOTES
Q! Scheepjes Organicon Pattern is worked using the amigurumi
(100% cotton, 50g/170m) method, working in a continuous spiral
1 ball of each: without closing off each round with a ss. You
Soft Cloud (202) may find it helpful to mark the first st of the
Frosted Silver (203) round, moving the marker up as you work.
Soft Sky (216)
Q! A 2.5mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook DEER
Q! Toy stuffing BODY
Q! Stitch markers Using Soft Cloud, make a magic loop.
Q! 2 safety eyes, 6mm Round 1 (RS) Ch1 (does not count as a st
Q! Stranded cotton in black and throughout), 6dc into loop. [6 sts] The teardrop tail is stitched approximately
brown Round 2 2dc in each dc around. [12 sts] 7-8 rounds in from the rear side of the body
Q! Blusher and make-up brush Round 3 (Dc in next dc, 2dc in next dc) 6 times.
(optional) [18 sts]
For stockists contact Round 4 (Dc in next 2 dc, 2dc in next dc) 6 dc in next 8 dc, turn. [19 sts]
Scheepjes times. [24 sts] Flatten the two sides together and bring the
www.scheepjes.com/en Round 5 (Dc in next 3 dc, 2dc in next dc) 6 front edges of the chest together. The first and
times. [30 sts] last dc of Row 29 should meet.
TENSION Round 6 (Dc in next 4 dc, 2dc in next dc) 6 Ss through the bl of each st across joining each
Tension is not critical for this project, times. [36 sts] side. You should have an opening for the Neck
but it may affect the yarn quantities Round 7 (Dc in next 5 dc, 2dc in next dc) 6 over the unworked sts from Round 24 and the
required times. [42 sts] row ends from Rows 25-29.
Rounds 8-12 Dc in each dc around. Fasten off and weave in tail.
MEASUREMENTS Round 13 Dc2tog, dc in next 40 dc. [41 sts] Place marker in the first st on the Neck after the
Deer measures 12cm (4!in) tall Round 14 Dc2tog, dc in next 37 dc, dc2tog. ss seam.
[39 sts]
ABBREVIATIONS Rounds 15-17 Dc in each dc around. [39 sts] NECK
For a full list, see page 92 Round 18 Dc in next dc, 2dc in next dc, dc in Join Soft Cloud into marked st on Neck.
next 16 dc, dc2tog, dc in next dc, dc2tog, dc in Round 1 (RS) Dc in first 7 sts, dc in next 6
next 16 dc. [38 sts] row-ends along the left side of the Neck, dc in
Round 19 Dc in each dc around. next 6 row-ends along the right side of the
Round 20 Dc in next dc, 2dc in next dc, dc in Neck. [18 sts]
next 16 dc, dc2tog, dc in next dc, dc2tog, dc in Round 2 (Dc in next 2 dc, 2dc in next dc) 6
next 15 dc. [37 sts] times. [24 sts]
Round 21 Dc in each dc around. [37 sts] Ss in next st and fasten off.
Round 22 Dc in next dc, 2dc in next dc, dc in
next 16 dc, (dc2tog) 2 times, dc in next 15 dc. HEAD
[36 sts] Using Soft Cloud, make a magic loop.
Round 23 Dc in each dc around. Rounds 1-3 (RS) As Rounds 1-3 of Body. [18 sts]
Round 24 Dc in next 2 dc, 2dc in next dc, dc in Round 4 Dc in next dc, 2dc in next dc, dc in
next 15 dc, (dc2tog) 2 times, dc in next 14 dc, next 14 dc, 2dc in next dc, dc in next dc. [20 sts]
turn. [35 sts] Round 5 Dc in next dc, 2dc in next dc, dc in
Start stuffing the Head firmly; continue on as next 16 dc, 2dc in next dc, dc in next dc. [22 sts]
you work. Round 6 Dc in next 8 dc, (2dc in next dc, dc in
Continue on in rows. next dc) 3 times, dc in next 8 dc. [25 sts]
Row 25 (WS) Ch1, dc in next 12 dc, dc2tog, dc Mark the 12th and 13th sts of Round 6, which
in next 2 dc, dc2tog, dc in next 11 dc, turn. indicates the top centre of the Head.
[27 sts] Round 7 Dc in next 6 dc, (2dc in next dc, dc in
Row 26 (RS) Ch1, dc in next 10 dc, dc2tog, dc in next 3 dc) 4 times, dc in next 3 dc. [29 sts]
next 2 dc, dc2tog, dc in next 11 dc, turn. [25 sts] Round 8 Dc in next 7 dc, (2dc in next dc, dc in
Row 27 Ch1, dc in next 10 dc, dc2tog, dc in next next 4 dc, 2dc in next dc, dc in next 3 dc) 2
2 dc, dc2tog, dc in next 9 dc, turn. [23 sts] times, dc in next 4 dc. [33 sts]
Row 28 Ch1, dc in next 9 dc, (dc2tog) 2 times, Round 9 Dc in next 8 dc, (2dc in next dc, dc in
dc in next 10 dc, turn. [21 sts] next 4 dc, 2dc in next dc, dc in next 5 dc) 2
Row 29 Ch1, dc in next 9 dc, (dc2tog) 2 times, times, dc in next 3 dc. [37 sts]
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Round 10 Dc in next 9 dc, (2dc in next dc, dc in in next 4 dc. [13 sts] RIGHT FRONT LEG
next 5 dc) 4 times, dc in next 4 dc. [41 sts] Stuff base of Leg firmly, continuing to stuff as Using Frosted Silver, make a magic loop.
Round 11 Dc in next 10 dc, (2dc in next dc, dc you work (the top of the leg needs less stuffing Rounds 1-17 As Rounds 1-17 of Left Front Leg.
in next 6 dc, 2dc in next dc, dc in next 5 dc) 2 than the base). Round 18 Dc in next 8 dc only (final st marks
times, dc in next 5 dc. [45 sts] Rounds 11-18 Dc in each dc around. new end of round). [8 sts]
Round 12 Dc in next 11 dc, (2dc in next dc, dc Round 19 Dc in next 2 dc only (final st marks Flatten top of Leg and ss through sts on both
in next 6 dc, 2dc in next dc, dc in next 7 dc) 2 end of round). [2 sts] sides to close.
times, dc in next 4 dc. [49 sts] Flatten top of Leg and ss through sts on both Pin all the Legs to the Body and once happy
Round 13 Dc in next 12 dc, (2dc in next dc, dc sides to close. with the position use the tails to sew in place.
in next 7 dc) 4 times, dc in next 5 dc. [53 sts]
Round 14 Dc in next 13 dc, (2dc in next dc, dc RIGHT BACK LEG EARS !MAKE 2"
in next 8 dc, 2dc in next dc, dc in next 7 dc) 2 Using Frosted Silver, make a magic loop. Using Soft Cloud, make a magic loop.
times, dc in next 6 dc. [57 sts] Rounds 1-18 (RS) As Rounds 1-18 of Left Back Round 1 (RS) Ch1, 6dc into loop. [6 sts]
Rounds 15-22 Dc in each dc around. Leg. Round 2 (Dc in next dc, 2dc in next dc) 3 times.
Using brown stranded cotton, sew the nose Round 19 Dc in next 9 dc only (final st marks [9 sts]
over Rounds 1-3. The nose should be centred new end of round). [9 sts] Round 3 (Dc in next 2 dc, 2dc in next dc) 3
around the marked sts from Round 6. The base Flatten top of Leg and ss through sts on both times. [12 sts]
of the nose should go through the starting sides to close. Round 4 Dc in each dc around.
magic loop, while the top of the nose should be Round 5 (Dc in next 3 dc, 2dc in next dc) 3
approx 5 sts wide. LEFT FRONT LEG times. [15 sts]
Insert safety eyes between Rounds 10-11, 18 sts Using Frosted Silver, make a magic loop. Round 6 Dc in each dc around.
apart. Using black stranded cotton, sew Rounds 1-3 (RS) As Rounds 1-3 of Body. [18 sts] Round 7 (Dc in next 4 dc, 2dc in next dc) 3
eyebrows above each eye. Round 4 (Dc in next 5 dc, 2dc in next dc) 3 times. [18 sts]
Round 23 (Dc in next 17 dc, dc2tog) 3 times. times. [21 sts] Round 8 (Dc in next 2 dc, 2dc in next dc) 6
[54 sts] Rounds 5-7 Dc in each dc around. times. [24 sts]
Round 24 (Dc in next 7 dc, dc2tog) 6 times. Round 8 Dc in next 4 dc, (dc2tog) 6 times, dc in Round 9 (Dc in next 5 dc, 2dc in next dc) 4
[48 sts] next 5 dc. [15 sts] times. [28 sts]
Round 25 (Dc in next 6 dc, dc2tog) 6 times. Mark the 7th and 8th sts of Round 8 to indicate Rounds 10-12 Dc in each dc around.
[42 sts] the top centre of Leg. Round 13 (Dc in next 5 dc, dc2tog) 4 times.
Round 26 (Dc in next 5 dc, dc2tog) 6 times. Change to Soft Cloud. [24 sts]
[36 sts] Round 9 Dc in next 4 dc, (dc2tog) 3 times, dc in Round 14 (Dc in next 2 dc, dc2tog) 6 times.
Start stuffing the Head firmly; continue on as next 5 dc. [12 sts] [18 sts]
you work. Rounds 10-17 Dc in each dc around. Round 15 (Dc in next dc, dc2tog) 6 times.
Round 27 (Dc in next 4 dc, dc2tog) 6 times. Round 18 Dc in next 3 dc only (final st marks [12 sts]
[30 sts] new end of round). [3 sts] Do not stuff Ear.
Round 28 (Dc in next 3 dc, dc2tog) 6 times. Flatten top of Leg and ss through sts on both Flatten the sts from Round 15 and dc through
[24 sts] sides to close. both layers to close opening.
Round 29 Dc in each dc around. [24 sts]
Round 30 (Dc in next 2 dc, dc2tog) 6 times.
[18 sts]
Round 31 (Dc in next dc, dc2tog) 6 times.
[12 sts]
Round 32 (Dc2tog) 6 times. [6 sts]
Ss in next stitch and fasten off.
Thread tail through final 6 sts, working from the
centre and up through the fl of the st, pull tight
to close hole and weave in ends.
Sew the Head to the opening of the Neck,
making sure you stuff the Neck first.
The opening of the Neck should sit over
Rounds 15-22 of base of Head. Tilt the Head to
the side slightly for an even cuter look.
LEFT BACK LEG
Using Frosted Silver, make a magic loop.
Rounds 1-4 As Rounds 1-4 of Body. [24 sts]
Rounds 5-8 Dc in each dc around. [24 sts]
Round 9 Dc in next 6 dc, (dc2tog) 6 times, dc in
next 6 dc. [18 sts] The legs are made
Mark the 9th and 10th st of Round 9, which from the bottom up,
indicate the top centre of Leg. with a colour change
Change to Soft Cloud. after round 8
Round 10 Dc in next 4 dc, (dc2tog) 5 times, dc
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Using the tail, sew Ears to Head. The front
corners of each Ear should sit between Rounds
18-19 of the Head, 5 sts apart. The back bottom
edge of each Ear should sit between Rounds
19-20 of the Head.
TAIL
Using Soft Cloud, make a magic loop.
Round 1 (RS) Ch1, 4dc into loop. [4 sts]
Round 2 (Dc in next dc, 2dc in next dc) 2 times.
[6 sts]
Round 3 (Dc in next dc, 2dc in next dc) 3 times.
[9 sts]
Round 4 (Dc in next 2 dc, 2dc in next dc) 3
times. [12 sts]
Round 5 Dc in each dc around.
Round 6 (Dc in next 3 dc, 2dc in next dc) 3
times. [15 sts]
Round 7 Dc in each dc around.
Round 8 (Dc in next 3 dc, dc2tog) 3 times.
[12 sts]
Round 9 (Dc2tog) 6 times. [6 sts]
Do not stuff Ear.
Flatten the sts from Round 9 and dc through
both layers to close opening.
Using the tail, sew the Tail to the Body.
TUFT
Using Frosted Silver, make a magic loop.
Round 1 (RS) Ch1, 6dc into loop. [6 sts] Do not stuff Tuft.
Round 2 (Dc in next dc, 2dc in next dc) 3 times. Flatten the sts from Round 20 and dc through
[9 sts] both layers to close opening.
Round 3 Dc in each dc around. Use black stranded cotton to sew small straight
Round 4 (Dc in next 2 dc, 2dc in next dc) 3 lines across the top of the Tuft. You should use
times. [12 sts] the images for guidance.
Round 5 Dc in each dc around. Sew the Tuft to the top of the Head between
Round 6 2dc in next 2 dc, dc in next 4 dc, 2dc in the Ears. Sew along the underside of the Tuft to
next dc, dc in next 5 dc. [15 sts] attach it to the Head, ensuring that no stitches
Round 7 Dc in next dc, 2dc in next 2 dc, dc in are seen on the upper side. Once the ears are attached, gently dab them
next 6 dc, 2dc in next dc, dc in next 5 dc. [18 sts] with blusher, working from the inner ear
Round 8 Dc in next dc, 2dc in next 4 dc, dc in BOW
next 5 dc, 2dc in next 2 dc, dc in next 6 dc. Using Soft Sky, ch46.
[24 sts] Row 1 (RS) Dc in second ch from hook and NECK BAND
Round 9 Dc in next 4 dc, 2dc in next 3 dc, dc in each ch across, turn. [45 sts] Using Soft Sky, ch24.
next 10 dc, 2dc in next dc, dc in next 6 dc. Rows 2-9 Ch1, dc in each st across, turn. Rows 1-3 As Rows 1-3 of Bow Centre. [23 sts]
[28 sts] Fasten off leaving a long tail. Fasten off leaving a long tail.
Rounds 10-12 Dc in each dc around. Sew the short edges of the Bow together and Position around Neck and sew two short ends
Round 13 Dc in next 7 dc, dc2tog, dc in next 12 wind the yarn tails a few times around the together. Sew the Bow into position onto the
dc, dc2tog, dc in next 5 dc. [26 sts] middle to squeeze it together. Secure the ends Neck Band.
Round 14 Dc in next 5 dc, (dc2tog) 2 times, dc and weave in all tails at the back near the seam.
in next 10 dc, (dc2tog) 2times, dc in next 3 dc. TO FINISH
[22 sts] BOW CENTRE Weave in any remaining ends.
Round 15 Dc in next 5 dc, (dc2tog) 2 times, dc Using Soft Sky, ch12. Apply cosmetic blusher to the inside of the Ears
in next 7 dc, (dc2tog) 2 times, dc in next 2 dc. Row 1 (RS) Dc in second ch from hook and using a brush (optional).
[18 sts] each ch across, turn. [11 sts]
Round 16 (Dc in next 4 dc, dc2tog) 3 times. Rows 2-3 Ch1, dc in each st across, turn.
[15 sts] Fasten off leaving a long tail.
Round 17 Dc in each dc around. Wrap the Bow Centre around the main Bow
Round 18 (Dc in next 3 dc, dc2tog) 3 times. over the wound yarn that squeezed the middle
[12 sts] together. Sew the ends together at the back of
Round 19 Dc in each dc around. the Bow. Work a few stitches through the Bow
Round 20 (Dc in next 2 dc, dc2tog) 3 times. itself to prevent the centre of the Bow from
[9 sts] sliding around.
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Mitts are worked from the Cuff up. The Cuff is
YOU WILL NEED worked in rows and seamed together. The
Q Lion Brand Heartland Main Body of the Mitt is worked up from the
(100% acrylic 142g/230m) Cuff in rounds.
Mitts: Scarf is made in 2 pieces which are joined Loop stitch adds a fun, playful texture, and it
Q 1 ball of Glacier Bay (105) together at the end. can also be cut to transform it into fringing
Q A 5.5mm (US I/9) hook Work loop stitches on the WS so the loops sit
Q A 6mm (US J/10) hook on the RS of your work.
Scarf: beg st, turn.
Q 2 balls of Glacier Bay (105) MITTS !MAKE 2" Round 13 Ch1, dc in each st around, ss to beg
Q A 7mm (US K/10# or L/11) hook CUFF dc, turn.
For yarn stockists contact Using a 6mm hook, ch9. Rounds 14-15 As Rounds 12-13.
LoveCrafts 01409 404010 Row 1 (RS) Dc in second ch from hook and Round 16 Ch1, lp in first 23 st, ss to beg st
www.lovecrafts.com each ch across, turn. [8 sts] leaving remaining sts unworked (thumb
Row 2 (WS) Ch1 (does not count as a st space made), turn. [23 sts]
TENSION throughout), dc in bl of each st across, turn. Round 17 Ch1, dc in each st around, ss to beg
Mitts: 14 sts and 10 rounds to Row 3-28 As Row 2, do not turn at the end of dc.
measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over half Row 28. Fasten off.
treble crochet using a 5.5mm hook Fold in half so the foundation ch lines up Rejoin yarn into unworked st of thumb space
or size needed to obtain correct with Row 28 and ss across each st to join. and work a round of dc over the 12 sts..
tension Turn so RS is facing out. Fasten off.
Scarf: Tension is not critical for this
project, but it may affect the yarn MAIN BODY SCARF
quantities required Change to a 5.5mm hook. PANEL !MAKE 2"
Round 1 (RS) Ch1, 28dc around the cuff, ss to Using 7mm hook, ch26.
MEASUREMENTS beg dc to join. [28 sts] Row 1 (RS) Dc in second ch from hook and
Mitts: To fit wrist measurement of Rounds 2-6 (RS) Ch1, htr in each st around, ss each ch across, turn. [25 sts]
15-18cm (6-7in) to beg htr. Rows 2-3 Ch1, dc in each st across, turn.
Scarf measures 208x15cm (82x6in) Round 7 Ch1, 2htr in next 2 sts, htr in each st Row 4 Ch1, lp in each st across, turn.
to end, ss to beg htr. [30 sts] Row 5 Ch1, dc in each st across, turn.
ABBREVIATIONS Round 8 Ch1, htr in first st, 2htr in next 2 sts, Repeat Rows 4-5 seven more times.
lp (loop stitch) Insert hook into st, htr in each st to end, ss to beg htr. [32 sts] Row 20 Ch1, htr in each st across, turn.
wrap working yarn around index Round 9 Ch1, (2htr in next st, htr in next st) 3 Row 21 Ch, dc in each st across, turn.
finger of left hand, slide the hook times, htr in each st to end, ss to beg htr. [35 Repeat Rows 20-21 until Panel measures
underneath the wrapped yarn so sts] 104cm.
that the 2 strands sit on the hook, Round 10-11 As Round 2, turning at the end Fasten off.
draw the 2 strands through keeping of Round 11. Sew the final rows of both sections together
the yarn wrapped around your Round 12 (WS) Ch1, lp in each st across, ss to and weave in all ends.
finger, yrh and draw through all
loops on hook, remove loop of yarn
from your finger
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...from the studio
Designer Pony McTate is getting ready for
the year ahead by making some New Year’s “I'd like to improve my stitch
game this year"
resolutions with a crochet twist!
ome January, lots of people like to set themselves dainty frock for Fanny”. It goes on to include a recipe for
New Year’s resolutions. I’m not one of them. I confess, something called A Pudding Men Love. I am yet to try it.
I’ve never done well with the ‘shoulds’. You know the One stitch that I’d like to explore further is Celtic
Ckind: I should exercise more, I should blame the cat basketweave. It’s a fascinating stitch, one of those immensely
less, I should not lie to my dentist about how often I floss. complicated jobbies with a pattern worked over many rows.
If my track record is anything to go by, those kinds of It is not for the faint-hearted. I gave it a go once, and
resolutions are doomed to fail and I end up feeling simultaneously loved it and loathed it. It took bucket-loads of
miserable. Instead, this year I’ve been thinking about concentration and caffeine, but the results were mind-
‘want to’ resolutions instead. I want to take my old blowing and yet so pretty. I want to see what else I can do
roller-skates out for a spin. I want to grow giant pumpkins with this marvellous stitch. Maybe cuffs on a cardigan?
with my children. And I certainly want to do lots of new
things with crochet. NEW PROJECTS
Perhaps I will also spread my wings in terms of the projects I
NEW TECHNIQUES make. Socks are something I have dabbled in briefly. I’d like to
I’d like to improve my stitch game this year. Despite all the give them another go, especially since there are so many
clever combinations out there, I tend to rely on that old pretty sock patterns about at the moment. I like how
workhorse, the trusty half treble. hard-wearing they are. And – added bonus – they really set
If you find yourself in a rut, stitch dictionaries are an off a head-to-toe crochet ensemble.
excellent source of inspiration. I’ve gathered together quite a As well as new projects for me, I am thinking about
collection of books now, both old and new. My favourites are who else I can share my craft with. My eldest son has been
dog-eared old vintage pamphlets, especially those with asking me to crochet him a jumper. I must admit, I’ve been
handwritten notes in the margin. I found a wee gem in my a bit reluctant to make wearable things for my children
local shop that suggests Little Fish Scale stitch “would make a thus far. I find boys tend to grow too quickly and attract too
“I’d like to give socks another
ere are so many
pretty patterns about at the moment”
“My Never-ending Blanket
deserves some hook time”
muchmud.Acrochetedgarmentisquitetheundertaking pattern, I know that this ancient project deserves some hook
andyouwantyourmakestobeappreciated,wherever time. It still reigns supreme as my longest-standing WIP –
theyendup. something in the region of seven (eight? Gulp, nine?) years. It
So,stillabitwary,Iaskedmysonwhatcolourshewould features regularly on my social media posts in various states
likethishypotheticaljumpertobe.Herootedaroundinmy of neglect. But I think 2020 might be its year. Firstly, because it
stashforawhileandunexpectedlycamebackwitha ticks so many of my crochet boxes (bold colours, dramatic
selectionthatmademyheartskipwithexcitement:aglorious geometric design, squishy). And secondly, because the guilt
deepgreen,arichsparklymustardandsparklyhotpink. associated with it is beginning to burn.
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whathewanted.Well.Almostwhathewanted. promptly moved in. There’s no room for the blanket anymore,
Funnilyenough,theparticularyarncombohepickedout so I guess I’ll have to finish it.
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Cosseted feet need cosy slippers to survive ss to top of beg dc. [64 sts]
A BIT the maudlin months, but that’s no reason Fasten off and weave in ends.
TRICKY to dash straight out to the shops. This clever
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the granny square. For children’s slippers ch to form a loop.
or smaller feet, try using DK yarn instead. Row 1 (WS) Ch3, (2tr, ch2, 3tr) into loop, turn.
YOU WILL NEED [6 sts]
Q Cascade Pacific (60% acrylic, NOTES Change to Yarn B.
40% merino wool, 100g/195m) These instructions are just a guide to the Row 2 (RS) Ch3, 2tr in same st, ch1, (3tr, ch2, 3tr,
1 ball of each: techniques you’ll need to make your own ch1) in ch-2 sp, 3tr in final st, turn. [12 sts]
Yarn A Salmon Rose (161) Granny Mules. Change to Yarn C.
Yarn B Yellow (12) Prepare your flip flops by removing the toe Row 3 Ch3, 2tr in same st, ch1, (3tr, ch1) in ch-1
Yarn C Cream (01) thongs. sp, (3tr, ch2, 3tr, ch1) in ch-2 sp, (3tr, ch1) in next
Yarn D Jet Heather (94) ch-1 sp, 3tr in final st, turn. [18 sts]
Q A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook GRANNY MULES Change to Yarn D and work on in rounds.
Q A 4.5mm (US 7) hook GRANNY SQUARE !MAKE 2" Round 4 Ch1, dc in each st and ch-1 sp to ch-2
Q A pair of flip flops Using a 4.5mm hook and Yarn A, ch4, ss first ch sp, (2dc, ch1, 2dc) in ch-2 sp, dc in each st and
Q Marker pen to form a loop. ch-1 sp to final st, (2dc, ch1, 2dc) in final st,
For yarn stockists contact Round 1 (RS) Ch3 (counts as tr throughout), 2tr, rotate to work into row ends, 10dc evenly
LoveCrafts 01409 404010 (ch2, 3tr) 3 times, ch2, ss to top of beg ch-3 to across, (2dc, ch1, dc) in same st as beg dc, ss to
www.lovecrafts.com join. [12 sts, 4 ch-2 sps] beg dc, turn. [38 sts]
Fasten off and join Yarn B into any ch-2 sp. Change to Yarn A.
TENSION Round 2 (RS) Ch3, (2tr, ch2, 3tr, ch1) in same Round 5 Ch1, *dc in each st to and ch-1 sp
Tension is not critical for this project, ch-2 sp, (3tr, ch2, 3tr, ch1) 3 times, ss to top of around, ss to top of beg dc. [41 sts]
but it may affect the yarn quantities beg ch-3. [24 sts] Fasten off and weave in ends.
required Fasten off and join Yarn C into any ch-2 sp.
Round 3 Ch3, (2tr, ch2, 3tr, ch1) in same sp, *(3tr, PREPARE FLIP FLOPS
MEASUREMENTS ch1) in ch-1 sp, (3tr, ch2, 3tr, ch1) in ch-2 corner Take a finished Granny Square and, using a
Measurements dependant on size of sp; rep from * three times more ending final marker pen, mark around the edge of the flip
flip flops used repeat at **, ss to top of beg ch-3. [36 sts] flop at every second st (moving the Granny
Fasten off and join Yarn D into any ch-2 sp. Square around as you mark up the sole).
ABBREVIATIONS Round 4 Ch1 (does not count as a st Pierce a hole through each marked spot; we
For a full list, see page 92 throughout), *(2dc, ch1, 2dc) in ch-2 corner sp, used a 3mm hook, but you may find it easier to
dc in each st and ch-1 sp to next corner; rep use an awl or skewer.
from * three times more, ss to top of beg dc.
[60 sts] SIDES
Fasten off and join Yarn A into any ch-1 sp. Using a 3mm hook, join Yarn A into any hole.
Round 5 Ch1, dc in each st and ch-1 sp around, Round 1 Ch1, 2dc into each hole around, ss to
beg dc to join.
Change to a 4.5mm hook.
Use an awl or skewer to Round 2 Ch1, dc in each st around, ss to beg dc.
punch holes around the Fasten off and join Yarn B into any st.
base of the flip flop Round 3 As Round 2.
Fasten off and join Yarn C into any st.
Rounds 4-5 As Round 2.
TO FINISH
Whipstitch 2 Half Granny Squares to a Granny
Square, one on each side to form a ‘V’ shape;
you can use the image as a guide.
Position the point of the V to the toe end of the
flip flop and whipstitch to Round 5.
Using a 4.5mm hook, join Yarn A into any st
from Round 5 of Sides not joined to the Granny
Squares. Dc around the un-joined sts from
Round 5 of Sides and the sts across open sides
of Half Granny Square Motifs.
Fasten off and weave in all ends.
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GOOD READ
Katie Jones
Our CAL designer’s living life in full colour!
IconicdesignerKatieJonesshares Iwantedeachinstalmenttobeinteresting,butthat
herjourneyfromartstudentto makesforaverybusypiece…Luckily,busyandbold
designmaster,andtheinspiration is my style so I think it worked out perfectly!
behindherlatestmakeforus,the
two-in-onecrochet-alongtomake HaveyoudesignedaCALlikethisbefore?
a colourful jumper or blanket. Atwo-in-oneCALwasnewtome,buttheconceptof
itwasn’tasIalwaystendtodesignincollections.I
Howhasyourstyleevolvedovertheyears? liketoseehowIcanmakemypatternsthemost
Icameintocrochetadifferentwayfrommost dynamicandversatiletheycanbe,soInaturally try
peopleIknow.Itrainedatartschoolinknitwearfor and get multiple designs out of an idea.
sevenyears,andwenttoareallycreativeuniversity,
CentralSaintMartins,whereitwasallaboutfinding Wheredoyouliketocrochet?
yourvoiceandowningyouraesthetic.SoIreallygot ItravelbytrainalotforworksinceImovedtothe
topractisecreatingapersonalstyleinquitean coastandworkaFashionLecturerthreedaysaweek,
academicway.Becauseofthis,bythetimeIleftuni soIdon’thavemuchroutine.Itakemycrochetinmy
anddecidedtosetupabrandIfeltlikeIalready bagatalltimesandtryandgetasmuchdoneonthe
knewmyimage.Formethemostimportantfactors moveasIcanonthemove.Myfavouriteplaceisto
are always colour, pattern and craftsmanship. workonthesofawithsomebadTVon.Iwouldn’tbe
averygoodhobbyistcrocheterasIloveinstant
WhatinspiredthestylingofthisCAL? gratificationandwouldmuchratherspend three full
Iwantedtocreateapatterninspiredbythelast days making than a little at a time.
collectionImade,aready-madewomenswear
brand.Themaininfluenceswerethesixties, The CALaside,what’sonthehorizonforyouin2020?
Beatles:YellowSubmarineanimationandartistNiki AlotofhouseDIY!I’malsogettingexcitedabout
deSaintPhalle.I’vechannelledcolour,patterns and workingonnewcrochethomewarepiecesforthat.
theenergy of Carnaby Street in its heyday! I’vealsodesignedsomepiecesforthebrand
Birdsongthatworkwithanamazingwomens’ group
TalkusthroughthedesignprocessforthisCAL: that I’m really excited to see go on sale!
IloveddesigningtheCALbutitwasquitetricky.
Usuallywhendoingapieceyouwouldn’thaveto SeeoverleafforKatie’sCAL,findheronInstagram
think about everything in such segmented terms. @katiejonesknit or online at www.katiejonesknit.co.uk
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2-IN-1
CARNABYCAL
JUMPER OR BLANKET
Inspired by the vibrancy of its famous London street
namesake, Katie Jones’brand new 10 part crochet-along
is a bright-as-you-like jumper....or blanket. You choose!
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CARNABY CAL
EASY
PEASY
DK 4MM
WEIGHT HOOK
YOU WILL NEED
For entire CAL (Blanket or Jumper)
Q Stylecraft Special DK (100% acrylic,
100g/295m)
3 balls of each:
Yarn A Black (1002)
Yarn C Fiesta (1257)
2 balls of each:
Yarn B Jaffa (1256)
Yarn D Kelly Green (1826)
Yarn E Mustard (1823),
Yarn F Aster (1003)
Q A 4mm (US G/6) hook
Q Stitch markers
For your local stockists contact:
Stylecraft Yarns 04184 848435
www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk
For other stockists, see page 52
CAL TENSION
Tension is not critical for the Blanket; the
finished measurements will be approx
138x138cm (54!x 54!in) if you make
your motifs to the sizes stated. The fully Abonanzaofcolourand brimfulofcheer, st) 13 times, skip next st, 3tr in last st, turn.
reversible Jumper is one size only with an ourtwo-in-onecrochet-alongputsthe‘CAL’ [15 3-tr groups]
actual bust measurement of approx in‘superCALifragilisticexpialidocious’!Hook Row 8 Ch3, skip 3-tr group at base of ch, *(3tr in
120cm (47!in), although there are upthemotifsmonthbymonth,andchoose sp before next 3-tr group) twice, ch1; rep from *
guidelines at the end on how to adjust to make up a bright jumper or bold blanket. 6 more times, skip next 2 tr, tr in last tr, turn.
for a larger size. If you want to make sure [14 3-tr groups, 7 ch-1 sps, 2 tr]
your Jumper comes out at this size, check SPOT THE DIFFERENCE NOTES Row 9 Ch3, 2tr in ch-1 sp at base of ch, ch1, *(3tr,
that your motifs are the sizes stated, A Half Circle motif is made first, then two ch1) in sp before next 3-tr group; rep from * to
adjusting your hook size if necessary Corners are added to make the shape into sp before last tr, 3tr in last sp, turn.
a Rectangle. [15 3-tr groups, 14 ch-1 sps]
MEASUREMENTS Fasten off.
60x30cm (23"x11#in) SPOT THE DIFFERENCE With WS facing, join Yarn C in first st. In the
Blanket: Make 2 following row, a tr is worked in the 2 sps
ABBREVIATIONS Jumper: Make 1 between sts of each 3-tr group, so there will be
For a full list, see page 92 2 tr worked in each 3-tr group.
HALF CIRCLE Row 10 *(2tr in next 3-tr group, 2tr in next ch-1
CAL NOTES With Yarn A, ch6, ss to first ch to join into a ring. sp) twice, 2tr in next 3-tr group, tr in next ch-1
There are nine different motifs that Row 1 (RS) Ch3 (counts as tr throughout), 7tr sp; rep from * 4 more times omitting last tr on
make up the CAL, and you can use these into ring, turn. [8 sts] final rep, turn. [54 sts]
motifs to make either a Blanket or a Row 2 (WS) Ch3, tr in same st, 2tr in each rem st Row 11 Ch3, tr in next st, *2tr in next st, 3tr, 2tr
Jumper. In each issue we will give you to end, turn. [16 sts] in next st, 6tr; rep from * 4 more times omitting
instructions to make a different motif, Row 3 Ch3, tr in same st, (1tr, 2tr in next st) rep last 3 sts on final rep, turn. [64 sts]
along with how many motifs you will to last st, tr in last st, turn. [24 sts] Row 12 Ch3, tr in next 2 sts, *2tr in next st, 4tr,
need if you are making a Blanket, and Row 4 Ch3, tr in same st, (3tr, 2tr in next st) 5 2tr in next st, 7tr; rep from * 4 more times
how many for a Jumper. You will need times, tr in each st to end, turn. [30 sts] omitting last 4 sts on final rep, turn. [74 sts]
approx twice the number of motifs to Row 5 Ch3, tr in same st, (4tr, 2tr in next st) 5 Row 13 Ch3, tr in next 3 sts, *2tr in next st, 5tr,
make the Blanket. There is one motif times, tr in each st to end, turn. [36 sts] 2tr in next st, 8tr; rep from * 4 more times
each issue for the first nine parts, and Row 6 Ch3, tr in same st, (5tr, 2tr in next st) 5 omitting last 5 sts on final rep, turn. [84 sts]
the final part will include instructions on times, tr in each st to end, turn. [42 sts] Row 14 Ch3, tr in next 3 sts, *2tr in next st, 6tr,
how to make up your Blanket or Jumper. Fasten off. 2tr in next st, 8tr; rep from * 4 more times, turn.
With RS facing, join Yarn B in first st. [94 sts]
Row 7 Ch3, 2tr in same st, (skip 2 sts, 3tr in next Fasten off.
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