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13 13
12 12
11 11
10 10
9 9
8 8
7 7
6 6
5 5
4 4
3 3
2 2
1 1
With RS facing, join Yarn A in first st. in 9th 7 ch-1 sp, ch3 (this will count as first tr on [34 tr, ch-2 sp]
Row 15 Ch3, 2tr in same st, skip 2 sts, (3tr in next row), dc in 10th (6th) ch-1 sp, turn. Row 7 Skip first st, tr between each st to corner
next st, skip 2 sts) rep to last st, 3tr in last st, [2 3-tr groups, 2 ch-3 sps, 3 dc] ch-sp (2tr, ch3, 2tr) in corner ch-sp, tr between
turn. [32 3-tr groups] Row 2 (WS) 2tr in sp between dc in 9th 7 sp each st to last st, tr in sp after last st, dc in 3rd 13
Row 16 Ch3, skip 3-tr group at base of ch, *(3tr and 3-tr group, (3tr, ch3, 3tr) in corner ch-sp, 3-tr sp. [38 tr, counting ch-3 from end of Row 6 as a
in sp before next 3-tr group) twice, ch1; rep in sp after last 3-tr group, dc in 6th 10 sp, ch3 st, ch-2 sp]
from * 14 more times, 3-tr in sp before next 3-tr (counts as first tr for next row), dc in 5th 11 sp, Fasten off.
group, ch1, skip next 2 tr, tr in last tr, turn. turn. [4 3-tr groups (ch-3 and 2-tr count as 1), 2
[31 3-tr groups, 15 ch-1 sps, 2 tr] ch-3 sps, 2 dc]
Row 17 Ch3, 2tr in ch-1 sp at base of ch, ch1, Row 3 2tr in sp before first 3-tr group, 3tr in sp
*(3tr, ch1) in sp before next 3-tr group; rep from before next 3-tr group, (3tr, ch3, 3tr) in corner
* to sp before last tr, 3tr in last sp, turn. ch-sp, 3tr in sp before next 3-tr group, 3tr in sp
[32 3-tr groups, 31 ch-1 sps] between last tr and dc, (dc, ch3, ch3) in 11th 5
Fasten off. sp, turn. [6 3-tr groups, 2 ch-3 sps, 2 dc]
Row 4 2tr in sp before first 3-tr group, (3-tr in sp
CORNERS before next 3-tr group) twice, (3tr, ch3, 3tr) in
Work 2 onto the Half Circle. corner ch-sp, (3tr in sp before next 3-tr group)
Using stitch markers, mark the 8th ch-1 sp at twice, 3tr in sp between last tr and dc, dc in 5th
each side of the Half Circle (this will become the 11 sp, ch3, dc in 4th 12 sp, turn.
centre of each Corner). Spaces are numbered [8 3-tr groups, 2 ch-3 sps, 2 dc]
with the straight edge of the Half Circle at the Row 5 2tr in sp before first 3-tr group, (3tr in sp
bottom, counting from each side of the Half before next 3-tr group) 3 times, (3tr, ch3, 3tr) in
Circle towards the centre (see image above). corner ch-sp, (3tr in sp before next 3-tr group) 3
The numbered spaces are shown in the pattern times, 3tr in sp between last tr and dc, dc in
as Right Corner (Left Corner). For the Right 12th 4 sp. [10 3-tr groups, 1 ch-3 sp, 1 dc]
Corner, use Yarn D as First Colour, and Yarn E as Fasten off.
Second Colour. For the Left Corner, use Yarn E
as First Colour and Yarn F as Second Colour. Join Second Colour in 4th 12 sp with RS facing.
Row 6 (RS) Tr in sp before first tr, tr between
Join First Colour with a dc in 7th (9th) ch-1 sp each st to corner ch-sp, (2tr, ch3, 2tr) in corner
from edge of Half Circle with RS facing. ch-sp, tr between each st to last dc, dc in 12th Make one spot motif for the jumper, or two
Row 1 (RS) (3tr, ch3, 3tr) into marked ch-1 sp, dc 4 sp, ch3, dc in 13th (3rd) sp, turn. motifs if you plan on hooking up the blanket
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SHAPE INTO RECTANGLE
Place Half Circle with flat edge towards you and
Yarn D triangle on the right and Yarn E on the
left. Join Yarn B in the top of the first tr of Row
17 of the Half Circle.
Row 8 (RS) Ch3, (3tr in next ch-1 sp of Half
Circle) 3 times, skip first Yarn E st at edge of
Corner, 3tr in sp before next st, (skip 3 sts, 3tr in
sp before next st) 5 times, (3tr, ch3, 3tr) in corner
ch-2 sp, (skip 3 sts, 3tr in sp before next st) 6
times, 3tr in same (13th) sp as last dc of Row 6 of
Corner, (3tr in next ch-1 sp of Half Circle) twice,
(2tr, ch1, 2tr) in next ch-1 sp, (3tr in next ch-1 sp)
3 times, skip first st of Row 7 of Corner, (3tr in sp
before next st, skip 3 sts) 6 times, (3tr, ch3, 3tr)
in corner ch-2 sp, (skip 3 sts, 3tr in sp before
next st) 6 times, 3tr in same (3rd) sp as last dc of
Row 7 of Corner, (3tr in next ch-1 sp of Half
Circle) twice, tr in top of last tr of Half Circle,
turn. [40 3-tr groups, 2 corner ch-3 sps, (2tr, ch1,
2tr) group at centre top, 2 tr]
Row 9 Ch3, 2tr in sp before first 3-tr group, 3tr
in each sp to corner, (3tr, ch3, 3tr) in corner
ch-sp, skip next 3-tr group, 3tr in each sp across
top of Rectangle, including in ch-sp of centre
group, (3tr, ch3, 3tr) in corner ch-sp, 3tr in each
sp to end, turn, fasten off.
[45 3-tr groups, 2 corner ch-3 sps]
Row 10 Join Yarn A in first st, ch3, 3tr in next sp
and each rem sp around, working (3tr, ch3, 3tr)
in each corner, tr in last st, turn.
[46 3-tr groups, 2 corner ch-3 sps, 2 tr]
Row 11 Ch3, 2tr in sp before first 3-tr group, 3tr
in each rem sp around working (3tr, ch3, 3tr) in
corner ch-sp, turn.
[49 3-tr groups, 2 corner ch-3 sps]
Row 12 Join Yarn C in first st and work as Row
10, do not turn. each alt row working the last group in the beg C ARNABYC AL
[50 3-tr groups, 2 corner ch-3 sps, 2 tr] of Row 10, ss to top of beg ch-3.
The next round is worked around the entire [27 3-tr groups on each long side, 13 3-tr groups
outside edge of the Rectangle. Draw Yarn A on each short side, 4 ch-3 sps]
through the sp between beg ch-3 and first 3-tr Round 14 Ch1 (does not count as st), dc in each SHOW US YOURS!
group of Row 12. st around working (dc, ch1, dc) in each corner
Round 13 (RS) Ch3, (2tr, ch3, 3tr) in same sp, 3tr sp, ss to first dc. We want to see how you’re getting on!
in each rem sp around first 3 sides of Rectangle, Fasten off. Join our group at www.facebook.com/
working (3tr, ch3, 3tr) in each corner ch-sp and groups/SCtreblemakers and post your
(3tr, ch3, 3tr) in sp before last tr at end of Row pics on Facebook and Instagram
12, now work 25 3-tr groups along flat edge of #carnabyCAL
Half Circle, which works out as a group in the
end of Row 10 and every alternate row to the
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colour within a mosac
crochet framework
Icelandic textile designer Tinna Thórudóttir Thorvaldsdóttir injects
colour and creativity into her crochet patterns and her CALs
hat do Iceland, Havana, Cuba abroad have all been part of the inspiration CRAFT CULTURE
and Granada all have in of her crochet designs, “I would mostly seek Textile work using yarn might seem an
common? Despite the inspiration in my Icelandic heritage and obvious hobby for Icelanders, simply as a
thousands of miles between traditional textiles, and I still do sometimes. practical option for layering up with cosy
Wthem, these locations have all Lately I’ve been more inspired by cities. My garments in the country’s cold climate, but
provided inspiration to crocheter Tinna first mosaic crochet project, the Havana Tinna explains that it’s actually celebrated
Thórudóttir Thorvaldsdóttir, resulting Afghan, was obviously inspired by Havana for another reason, “In Iceland work is
in her vibrant afghans, shawls, purses the city, where I have lived on and off for the considered a virtue, so the culture here is that
and bags. Tinna has a passion for last 14 years. There I wanted to capture the you should always be working or producing
mosaic stitch – a technique based on fact that in Havana you have such a crazy something,” she says. “I was taught that this
the Apache Tears Stitch from the collage of different vibrant colours and is a way of showing your love to your family,
seventies, which she has reintroduced patterns everywhere you look, which then to knit them socks in winter and then mend
into her modern mosaic designs. A somehow makes one beautiful whole. So, them the next autumn. That’s what my
tireless organiser of CALs, Tinna I designed my Havana afghan with that in grannies did. And it’s a custom that I have
currently boasts over 20,000 YouTube mind. My Terrazzo afghan came to be after kept as I grew up and had my own family. I
subscribers, and she also has published visiting Granada and the breathtaking often think of my grandmothers as I crochet.”
three Icelandic crochet books. Alhambra palace. I’m absolutely fascinated Crocheting in Iceland also has another
While Tinna is currently based in Reykjavík by the mosaic tiles and ceramics of Andalusia bonus – the incredible yarn. “I prefer working
with her two sons, her travels and stays and for me they are an endless inspiration.” with natural fibres,” says Tinna. “My favourite
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iswool,butIalsoloveworkingwithcotton/ well,justasinlife,I’ve found nothing good quicklyrealisedthatwhenusingtwo
woolblends,andobviouslywool/silkblends willcomeofthis! contrastingcolours,youcanmakeupliterally
arejustglorious.WearesoluckyinIceland “MyHavanaafghanwasactuallythe anypatternyoulikewithit!It’sabsolutely
thatherethecheapestyarnavailableis100% turningpoint.Ifirstpublishedthatpatternin amazing!”sheenthuses.“Idesignedmyfirst
Icelandicwool,asaresultoftherebeing myHavanacrochetbook back in 2016, and two mosaic patternsbackin2015andsince
moresheeplivingherethanpeople!Thisis whenchoosingthe 2016,I’veworked
ourtraditionaltextilematerial,it’seven coloursforit,Ifound almostexclusively
availableinmanysupermarkets,andIdon’t myselftoningmyself withthistechnique.
rememberhavingeverworkedwith down,choosingonly “COLOURS COME VERY NATURALLY It’sjustsomuchfun
anythingelseuntilIwasover25! twocoloursforeach TO ME. I JUST UNDERSTAND AND andsoveryversatile,I
“Imustadmit,thatnowIhavegottoknow pattern,andmostly don’tneedanything
merinowool,andallkindsofjuicyalpaca somerathermuted KNOW COLOURS” else.AndIfeelIstill
andsilkblends,Idon’tworkasmuchwith colours.Theresultis havealotmoreto
Icelandicwoolasbeforeasit’sabitcoarseto lovely,butitwasn’t explore and discover.”
thetouchbeforewashing,butIstilluseour reallyme.AfterpublishingthebookI
unspunPlötulopiquitealotandabsolutely decidedtomakeanotherHavanaandthis ONLINE FAMILY
loveworkingwiththat.Itcomesinbig100g timeitwasjustforme,personally.My LiketheideaoftryingoutTinna’sdesigns
cakesandisunbelievablylightandairy.Ifyou bedspread.ThenIdidn’thavetoplease yourself?Shegivescrochetersaroundthe
arenotusedtoworkingwithit,itmaybeabit anyoneelse,justmyself,soIjustwentwith worldahelpinghandviathepopularCALs
scary,becauseitbreaksveryeasily.But, mygutandusedprettymuchjustallthe thatsheruns–infactshe’sonlyrecently
becauseit’sunspun,it’sjustaseasytotwist it colours.Thebrighterthebetter.Andloand finishedholdinga‘Fiesta’CAL,withvideo
backtogetherandcontinuestitching. behold,everyoneflippedoutoverthatone introductionsandtutorialsforeveryoneto
Traditionallyit’susedalotwithtwoorthree andlikeditmuchbetterthantheonewhereI learnfrom.“Thisyearismyfirsttimehosting
threadsheldtogether,butmyfavouriteisjust wastryingtotonemyselfdown.So,afterthat aCALinmyowncrochetgrouponFacebook,
workingitsingleply–there’snothingthat Ijuststoppedlisteningtoanythingbutmy Tinna’sCrochetClub,andwe’rehavingsuch
comesclosetoitreally,solightandairy,but ownheartwhenitcomestocolours. And funthere!Thatbestpartaboutmyjob,
still warm. Which is of course essential here!” wow,it’ssomuchmorefun!“ besidescrochetingalldaylong,isseeingall
TheidiosyncraticnatureofTinna’sdesigns thedifferentversionspeoplemakewithmy
PERFECT PALETTE canalsobeseeninheruseofmosaicstitch patterns.Iloveit.Andsinceit’sarelatively
Besidesheryarnchoices,it’shergloriously –somethingshediscoveredfiveyearsago smallgroupstill,it’ssocloseandpersonal.
vibrantuseofcolourwhichhasbecome whenshecameacrosstheApacheTears Everyoneiswelcometojoin, so please do!”
somethingofadistinctivefeatureinTinna’s blanket online. “I started to play with it and Written by Lucy Evans
work–anaspectsherevelsin.“Colourscome
verynaturallytome.Ijustunderstandand
knowcolours.Andtheygivemegreatjoy,” A few of her favourite things
shesays.“Whenstartingoutdesigning,I
WhenTinna has time to put her hook down, you’ll find her…
remembersometimestryingtotonemyself
“Reading, mostly Scandinavian crime novels and history books,
downinmycolouruse,”sherecalls.“Ilove
and gardening. I also like horseback riding with my sister.”
big,bright,neoncolours,andlotsofthemall
Find out more at www.tinnacrochet.com; on Instagram @tinnahekl,
mixedup!AndIamfullyawarethatthisisnot
Facebook: www.facebook.com/groups/TinnaCrochetClub, or find
everyone’scupoftea!So,Iwouldtryand
her tutorials and CALs on YouTube: Tinna Thorudottir Thorvaldar.
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COLOURFUL SCARF
When the sky says ‘bleak midwinter’ but Row 1 (RS) Tr in fourth ch from hook and in
A BIT your heart says ‘summer madness’, reach each st across, turn. [34 sts]
TRICKY for this colour-popping , bright delight of Row 2 (WS) Ch3 (counts as a tr throughout), tr
CHUNKY 6MM a neck-warming accessory. in next 5 sts, *BPdtr around next 4 sts, tr in next
WEIGHT HOOK
5 sts; rep from * twice more, tr in final st, turn.
NOTES Row 3 Ch3, tr in next 5 sts, *skip next 2 sts (pm
Scarf is made up of four sections, which are in skipped sts), FPdtr around next 2 sts, FPdtr
YOU WILL NEED joined together at the end. There are two around 2 skipped sts (marked sts) working in
Q!!Scheepjes Namaste (50% wool, charts on page 97 which you will need to refer front of last two sts made , tr in next 5 sts; rep
50% acrylic, 100g/85m) to for all colour changes. Change colour on from * twice more, tr in final st, turn.
1 ball each of: the final yrh of st before colour change is Rows 4-42 As Rows 2-3.
Yarn A Half Frog (605) indicated. Work a round of dc around Cable Section as
Yarn B Marichi (608) follows:
Yarn C Firefly (607) SCARF Round 43 (RS) Ch1, *dc in each st to next
Yarn D Mountain (613) HEART MOTIF SECTION corner, 2dc in corner, 2dc in each row end to
Yarn E Fish (619) Using Yarn C, ch38. next corner, 2dc in corner; rep from * once
Yarn F Happy Baby (621) Row 1 Dc in second ch from hook and each ch more, ss to beg dc to join.
Q!!2 balls of across, turn. [37 sts] Fasten off.
Yarn G Dolphin (606) Row 2 Ch1 (does not count as a st throughout),
Q!!A 6mm (US H/8) hook dc in each st across, turn. STRIPE SECTION
Q!!4 stitch markers Rows 3-4 As Row 2. Using Yarn A, ch39.
Q!!Large pompom maker Use the Heart Chart on page 97 for all Row 1 (RS) Htr in third ch from hook and each
For yarn stockists contact colourwork over Rows 5-17. ch across, turn. [37 sts]
Scheepjes Row 5 Ch1, dc in first 2 sts, *pm in next st to Rows 2-3 Ch2 (does not count as a st
www.scheepjes.com/en mark first st of Chart, dc in next 2 sts, change to throughout), htr each st across, turn.
Yarn B, dc in next 3 sts, change to Yarn C, dc in Change to Yarn E.
TENSION next 3 sts, change to Yarn B dc in next 3 sts, Rows 4-36 As Row 2, alternating between Yarn
Tension is not critical for this project, change to Yarn C, dc in next 2 sts (pm in final st A and E every 3 rows.
but it may affect the yarn quantities to mark last st of Chart)**, dc in next 7 sts; rep Fasten off and weave in ends.
required from * to ** once more, dc in final 2 sts, turn.
Rows 6-17 Continue in pattern working from DIAGONAL STRIPE SECTION
MEASUREMENTS the Heart Chart between each set of markers. Using Yarn F, ch38.
Scarf measures 29x225cm Rows 18-21 Ch1, dc in each st across, turn. Row 1 (RS) Dc in second ch from hook and
(11!x88!in) Use the Heart Chart for all colourwork over each ch across, turn. [37 sts]
Rows 22-34. Follow the Diagonal Stripe Chart on page 97
ABBREVIATIONS Row 22 Ch1, dc in first 12 sts, pm in next st to for all colourwork over Rows 2-62.
FPdtr Yrh twice, insert hook around mark first st of Chart, dc in next 2 sts, change to Rows 2-62 Ch1, dc in each st across working
post of st working from front to back Yarn B, dc in next 3 sts, change to Yarn C, dc in Rows 2-14 of chart once and then working
to front, yrh and pull up a loop, (yrh next 3 sts, change to Yarn B, dc in next 3 sts, Rows 7-14 of chart six times.
and pull through 2 loops) 3 times change to Yarn C, dc in next 2 sts (pm in final st Rows 63-64 As Rows 7-8 of chart.
BPdtr Yrh twice, insert hook around to mark last st of Chart), dc in final 12 sts, turn. Fasten off.
post of st working from back to front Rows 23-34 Continue in pattern working from Using Yarn B, work a row of dc down the row
to back, yrh and pull up a loop, (yrh the Heart Chart between each set of marked ends on either side of the Section.
and pull through 2 loops) 3 times sts. Fasten off.
For a full list, see page 92 Rows 35-38 Ch1, dc in each st across, turn.
Rows 39-72 Repeat Rows 5-38, turn. TO MAKE UP
Work a round of dc around section as follows, Weave in all ends and block each section
working 1dc into each st and row end, and 2dc keeping the widths of each section consistent.
into each corner. Sew each section together in the following
Fasten off. order: Heart, Diagonal Stripe, Cable and Stripe.
Make 6 pompoms using a mixture of all yarns
CABLE SECTION and attach 3 to each short end of the Scarf.
Using Yarn G, ch36.
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We challenged two designers to come up with a fab design,
each using the same yarn… which is your fave?
Jessica Bloom Elisa Oldman
“When I think ofValentine’s “When challenged to make
Day, I think of !owers, and a wreath forValentine’s Day
Love Hearts candy! I wanted whilst on my honeymoon
to incorporate one of the I had oodles of inspiration
little sayings from the Love at my "ngertips. I knew
Hearts into the design, I wanted to incorporate
and the colours worked traditional hearts and
perfectly to make some !owers too.The !owers decided on small pu# hearts !oating around the
around the banner are based on the shape of a rattan wreath.The smooth yarn was ideal for the
forget-me-not which is one of my favourites, and longer hook ofTunisian crochet and the polka
also very "tting for aValentine’s theme.” dot and tweed pattern helped add depth to the
You can "nd more from Jessica on her classic red, white and pink associated with love.”
Instagram @rocketgirlcrochet, or check out Find Elisa on Instagram @crochethooksandmagic
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Clockwise from above: The writing is created with surface crochet – follow the ‘Be mine’ lettering above or create your own personalised
message; a double-layered bow adds a contrast texture to the wreath; a cluster of puff stitch flowers and leaves gives the finishing touch
be mine wreath from * as required Round 2 (RS) *(Ch3, 3-tr cl, ch3, ss) into each st
around. [5 petals]
For a full list, see page 92
Say it with yarny flowers. By Jessica Bloom Fasten off and weave in final tail.
Q DROPS Merino Extra Fine (100% wool, NOTES Leave the tail from the magic loop loose to
50g/105m), 1 ball of each: Yarn A Off White Wreath is decorated with Banner and Flowers. attach to the Wreath.
(01), Yarn B Rose (33), Yarn C Red (11), Yarn D
Light Greyish Green (15) WREATH LEAF !MAKE 5"
Q A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook BANNER Using Yarn D, ch11.
Q Heart-shaped wreath, 25cm (available from Using Yarn A, ch13. Row 1 (RS) Ss in third ch from hook, dc in next
Hobbycraft) Row 1 Dc in second ch from hook and each ch ch, htr in next ch, tr in next ch, 3-tr cl in next ch,
Q 50cm of ribbon, 3cm wide across, turn. [12 sts] tr in next ch, htr in next ch, dc in next ch, ss in
For yarn contact Wool Warehouse Row 2 Ch1 (does not count as a st throughout), final ch.
01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk dc in each st to end, turn. Fasten off.
Rows 3-27 As Row 2. Sew a Leaf onto the back of any 5 of the
TENSION Fasten off. Flowers.
Tension is not critical for this project, but it may Using Yarn B, surface crochet ‘Be Mine’ over the
affect the yarn quantities required Banner; you can use the image as a guide. TO FINISH
Using the tails, tie the Banner onto the bottom Using the image as a guide, attach the Flowers
MEASUREMENTS left-hand side of the Wreath. to the Wreath either side of the Banner. Make a
Banner measures 14x6cm (5!x2"in) bow out of the ribbon and attach it to the top
Flowers measure 5cm (2in) in diameter PUFF FLOWER !MAKE 5" of the Wreath. Weave in any remaining ends.
Make 3 using Yarn B and 2 using Yarn C.
ABBREVIATIONS Leaving a 20cm long tail, make a magic loop.
puff st (Yrh, insert hook in st indicated, yrh Round 1 (RS) Ch1, 6dc into loop, ss to beg dc to TUNISIAN HEART
and pull up loop to height of tr) 5 times, yrh join. [6 sts]
and draw through all loops on hook Round 2 (RS) (Ch3, puff st, ch3, ss) into each st Get used to holding your loops on hook with
3-tr cl (3 treble cluster) (Yrh, insert hook into st around. [6 petals] these mini Tunisian hearts. By Elisa Oldman
and draw up a loop, yrh and pull through two Fasten off and weave in final tail. Q DROPS Merino Extra Fine (100% wool,
loops) 3 times in same st, yrh and pull through Leave the tail from the magic loop loose to 50g/105m), 1 ball of each: Yarn A Off White
all loops on hook attach to the Wreath. (01), Yarn B Red (11), Yarn C Light Greyish
surface crochet Position yarn on WS, insert Green (15), Yarn D Rose (33)
hook through fabric from RS to WS, yrh and CLUSTER FLOWER !MAKE 4" Q A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) Tunisian hook
pull up a loop, *insert hook back through Make 2 using Yarn B and 2 using Yarn C. Q Polyester toy stuffing
fabric moving in direction you want your Leaving a 20cm long tail, make a magic loop. Q Heart-shaped wreath, 25cm (available from
surface crochet to travel, yrh and pull up a Round 1 (RS) Ch1, 5dc into loop, ss to beg dc. Hobbycraft)
loop, yrh and pull through loop on hook; rep [5 sts] For yarn, see Be Mine Wreath
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From L-R: The tweed heart is made up using Tunisian Simple Stitch, alternating colours on the return pass. Follow the description below or look
up our How To Tunisian Crochet guide on the Simply Crochet Yarniversity channel; tie the finished hearts around the wreath to decorate
TENSION colourwork on the Polka Dot Heart. Join yarn into marked st and work Rows 15-18
Tension is not critical for this project, but it may on unworked sts from Row 14.
affect the yarn quantities required WREATH Fasten off.
BASIC HEART !MAKE 2" Place 2 Hearts together with RS facing out. Sew
MEASUREMENTS Ch3. together, filling with toy stuffing as you go.
Heart measures 6x8cm (2!x3"in) Row 1 (RS) Starting in second ch from hook,
(insert in next ch, yrh and pull up a loop) to end, TWEED HEART !MAKE 3"
ABBREVIATIONS (3 loops on hook), RetP across. [3 sts] Follow pattern for Basic Heart.
tss (Tunisian simple stitch) With yarn at back, Row 2 Tssinc in next 2 sts (5 loops on hook), Begin with Yarn B, change colour before every
insert hook from side to side behind next RetP across. [5 sts] RetP and alternate between Yarn A and Yarn B.
vertical bar, yrh and pull up loop, leave loop Row 3 Tssinc in next st, tss in next 2 sts, tssinc in There is no need to carry the yarn, pick it up on
on hook final st (7 loops on hook), RetP across. [7 sts] the next RetP.
tssinc (Tunisian simple stitch increase) Yrh, Row 4 Tssinc in first st, tss in each st to final st,
then work standard tss tssinc in final st, (9 loops on hook), RetP across. RED HEART !MAKE 1"
tss2tog Insert hook through vertical bar of [9 sts] Follow pattern for Basic Heart, using Yarn B
next 2 sts, yrh, pull up a loop Row 5 FwdP across (9 loops on hook), RetP throughout.
FwdP (forward pass) Loop on hook counts as across.
first st, do not work into the vertical bar on Rows 6-7 As Row 4. [13 sts] POLKA DOT HEART !MAKE 4"
edge of work, *tss across in each vertical bar Row 8 As Row 5. Follow the pattern for the Basic Heart, using
to end Rows 9-10 As Row 4. [17 sts] Yarns A and D. There is a Chart on page
RetP (return pass) Yrh and draw through first Rows 11-14 As Row 5. 97, which you should refer to for all colour
loop on hook, *yrh and draw through 2 loops Do not fasten off. changes. Carry unused colours across the WS of
on hook; repeat from * until 1 loop remains Place marker in the 9 st across (central st). your work.
For a full list, see page 92 The peaks at the top of the Heart are worked
separately. Begin with the right-hand side. TASSELS !MAKE 2"
NOTES Row 15 FwdP in each st across up to and See the walkthrough on page 69 for how to
Wreath is made up of 8 Stuffed Hearts. The including marker (9 loops on hook, RetP across. make a tassel.
pattern for each Heart is the same and has [9 sts] Join one Tassel to the bottom of the Red Heart
been written out first for you to refer back to. Row 16 Tss2tog, tss in next 3 sts, tss2tog final 2 and one to the bottom of a Tweed Heart.
Hearts are worked in Tunisian Simple Stitch. All sts, tss in final st (7 loops on hook), RetP across.
rows are worked with RS facing throughout. [7 sts] TO FINISH
The loop left on the hook at the end of the Row 17 Tss2tog, tss in next st, tss2tog next 2 Using the image as a guide, attach each Heart
row counts as the first st of the next row. sts, tss in final st, (5 loops on hook), RetP across. to the Wreath. You can use the yarn tails or
The FwdP and RetP counts as one row [5 loops on hook] individual lengths of yarn to tie them in place.
throughout pattern. Row 18 Ss in each st across.
Refer to the Chart on page 97 when working Fasten off.
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Natural born
Celebrate stitches with snuggle factor in this
earthy tone baby blanket by Hannah Cross
BABY BLANKET
Cleverstitchcombinationsarewhathelps
EASY this Moroccan-shadebabyblanketsing,
PEASY andSublime’ssilk-blendyarnmakesittruly
DK 4.5MM luxurious.It’salsoagreatopportunityfor
WEIGHT HOOK
beginners to tackle a range of stitches.
NOTES
YOU WILL NEED Blanket is worked in rows.
Q Sublime Baby Cashmerino Silk DK Change colour on the final yrh at end of row
(75% merino wool, 20% silk, 5% before colour change is indicated. Do not
cashmere, 50g/116m) carry unused colours up the side of the The moss treble stitches give gorgeous
2 balls of each: Blanket, instead fasten off and rejoin when texture and pattern to the baby blanekt
Squash (666) directed.
Splash (124) You can alter the width of the pattern by
Little Linen (344) working a foundation ch that’s a multiple of Row 22 Ch1, htr in first st, (ch1, skip next st, htr
Pebble (006) 21+1. in next ch-1 sp) across to final st, htr in final st,
Q A 4.5mm (US 7) hook Ch-sps are not included in st counts unless turn. [53 sts]
For yarn stockists contact otherwise stated. Rows 23-25 As Rows 21-22, ending on a Row 21
Sublime 01924 369666 repeat. [54 sts]
www.sublimeyarns.com BLANKET Change to Pebble.
Using Pebble, ch106. Rows 26-28 As Row 2.
TENSION Row 1 (RS) Dc in second ch from hook and Change to Squash.
Tension is not critical for this project, each ch across, turn. [105 sts] Rows 29-41 As Rows 4-16, changing to Little
but it may affect the yarn quantities Row 2 (WS) Ch1 (does not count as a st Linen for Row 31, and changing back to Squash
required throughout), dc in each st across, turn. from Rows 32-41.
Row 3 As Row 2. Change to Pebble.
MEASUREMENTS Change to Splash. Rows 42-44 As Row 2.
Blanket measures 80x60cm Row 4 Ch1, *htr in first 3 sts, ch3, skip 3 sts, htr Change to Little Linen.
(31!x23!in) in next 2 sts, ch2, skip 2 sts, htr in next st, ch2, Rows 45-50 As Rows 20-25.
skip 2 sts, htr in next 2 sts, ch3, skip 3 sts, htr in Change to Pebble.
ABBREVIATIONS next 3 sts; rep from * four times more, turn. Rows 51-53 As Row 2.
moss tr Work as standard tr into [55 sts] Change to Squash.
skipped sts 2 rows below, working Row 5 Ch1, htr in first st, ch2, skip 2, *moss tr in Rows 54-66 As Rows 4-16 changing to Little
around the ch-sp in row below to next 3 sts, ch2, skip 2 sts, moss tr in next 2 sts, Linen for Rows 59-61, and changing back to
enclose it ch1, skip 1 st, moss tr in next 2 sts, ch2, skip 2 Squash for Rows 62-66.
For a full list, see page 92 sts, moss tr in next 3 sts**, ch6, skip 6 sts; rep Change to Pebble.
from * four times more ending final rep at **, Rows 67-69 As Row 2.
ch2, skip 2 sts, htr in final st, turn. [52 sts] Change to Little Linen.
Row 6 Ch1, htr in next st, moss tr in next 2 sts, Rows 70-75 As Rows 20-25.
*ch3, skip 3 sts, moss tr in next 2 sts, ch2, skip 2 Change to Pebble.
sts, moss tr in next st, ch2, skip 2 sts, moss tr in Rows 76-78 As Row 2.
next 2 sts, ch3, skip 3 sts**, moss tr in next 6 sts; Change to Splash.
rep from * four times more ending final rep at Rows 79-91 As Rows 4-16 changing to Little
**, moss tr in next 2 sts, htr in final st, turn. Linen for Row 87, and change back to Splash for
[55 sts] Rows 88-91.
Row 7 As Row 5. Change to Pebble.
Rows 8-15 Repeat Rows 6-7 changing to Little Rows 92-94 As Row 2.
Linen for Row 10 and changing back to Splash Change to Little Linen.
for Rows 11-15. [52 sts] Rows 95-100 As Rows 20-25.
Row 16 Ch1, htr in first st, moss tr in next 2 sts, Change to Pebble.
*htr in next 3 sts, moss tr in next 2 sts, htr in Rows 101-103 As Row 2.
next 2 sts, moss tr in next st, htr in next 2 sts, Change to Squash.
moss tr in next 2 sts, htr in next 3 sts**, moss tr Rows 104-116 As Rows 4-16 changing to Little
in next 6 sts; rep from * ending final rep at **, Linen for Row 110, and changing back to
moss tr in next 2 sts, htr in final st, turn. [105 sts] Squash for Rows 111-116.
Change to Pebble. Change to Pebble.
Rows 17-19 As Row 2. Rows 117-119 As Row 2.
Change to Little Linen. Fasten off and weave in all ends.
Row 20 Ch1, htr in first st, (ch1, skip 1 st, htr in
next st) 52 times, turn. [53 sts]
Row 21 Ch1, htr in first st, htr in next ch-1 sp,
(ch1, skip next st, htr in next ch-1 sp) across to
final st, htr in final st, turn. [54 sts]
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Crocheting
with a disability
A disability need not mean farewell to your favourite
hobby – as these inspiring hooksters prove
GOOD READ
Anne props her
crochet onto
a cushion
rochetisahobbybrimmingwith helpthemovercomeanimpairmentofsome whilstitwasslowgoingtostartwith,I
positivityandpossibility,soit’s sortthatstopsthemfromknittingor persevered.Thephysiotherapistdelighted
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illnessmightholdsomewould-behooksters arrangeforoneofour skilled volunteers to therapist and my physiotherapistbelieved
backfromcreating.However,associety– visitthemand thatIhadrecovered
andconcordantly,itsevolvingappliances– hand-makethema 95%ofthemobility
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than ever for people to take part. entirelymeets r e c o m m e n d crochetingthatI’d
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andmakingcustomisedequipmentfreeof MarianDyebelievesitcan:“Bylate198I campaignerandchairofInclusionLondon,
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commerciallyavailable.Wedesignand handsidewasslowlydeteriorating.After nicelittlecushionIusewheninmy
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“If a disabled person wants a gadget to the drips had faded, I picked up my hook and better to hold the yarn and hook on the same
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GOOD READ
Thannawantstoraise
awarenessofwheelchair
issues in yarn craft
side(righthand), as with knitting, due to my whohasaproblemwiththeirrightarm.” spondylosis,reachingthefloorisjustnot
handissues.” CrocheteducatorPaulineTurner,who possibleforme.Asaresult,Ican’tuseyarn
Annewenton,“Duetomytremors, foundedtheInternationalDiplomain bagsfromthefloor,and‘wheelchairtables’
crochetistheonlyhandcraftingIcandonow. Crochet,hassuccessfullytaughtahuge aretoosmalltoholdeverythingcrafters
Iusedtodoknitting,embroidery,tapestry spectrumofphysicallychallengedcrafters. need.Breakingyarnorgettingitcoveredin
andpapercrafts,butnowjustenjoycrochet. Shebelievesthatcrochetcanbeadaptedto oilfrommychairruinssomanythings,soI’m
Soit’simportant,withdetermination,tofind suitmostabilities,“Icanteachpeoplehowto stuckhookingsmaller,one-ballitems.”
awaytokeephooking.Ifoundwooden crochetwithonehand.Infactitdoesnot Whilesuchfrustrationsmightfellsome
hooksbetterformygripthanslippery ones, needanyspecialistequipment,evenbya crafters,Thannahasbeenbrainstorming
orthosethataretoobulky.” disabledperson,andjustasablindperson schemestoallowhertocontinuethecraft
Unfortunately,therearemanywaysone canknittheycancrochet.Thespecialist sheloves.“WhatI’dlovetoseeisawaytofeed
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crochettutor,whocanoffertailoredhelp. Andthereareothercrochetaidsthat can behindme.Mychair’sarmbagsarenotbig
LindyZubairywhoteachesatDenman cometotherescueofthehookster enoughtoholdballsofyarn.Weneedtoraise
College,hasasuggestion forthosewithout strugglingtocounttheirstitches,asLindy awarenessasthiswouldhelpothercrafters
completemobilityinbotharms,basedon explains:“Ifbeingabletoseeisanissue,an too,notjustwheelchairusersbutalsothe
herownunusualexperiences.“Eventhough embroiderymagnifierwithabuilt-inlamp elderly,andpeoplewitharthritis who can’t
I’mleft-handed,Icrochetthestandardway canhelp.I’veseenpeopleusingmagnifiers gripaswellastheyusedto.”
becauseItaughtmyselffromabook. likeminers’lampsattachedtotheirheads,or It’sfantasticthatthevalueofcrochetis
However,whathasemergedisthatIdocarry aroundtheirnecks,angledoverthecrochet.” beingrecognisedbybothcharitiesand
outcertainmanoeuvresfavouringmyleft However,therearestillproblemstobe medicalprofessionals.However,
hand.Myrighthandclutchesthehookand solvedbeforecrochetcantrulycallitself concurrentlyitseemsthereisstillscopeto
littleelse.Thelefthanddoesalmostallthe universallyinclusive.ThannaMillerisa broadenassistanceforthemanyhooksters
workwithmyrightforefingersometimes self-employedpartneredcreativeonMixer outthere,andThanna’ssuggestionof
pressingdownonloopsonthehookwhen whohasbeencraftingforaround40years. workingtoraiseawarenessmighthave an
theyneed‘staying’.Sittinginanarmchair,I Nowawheelchairuser,shestillcrochetsbut immeasurablypositiveimpacton
canrestmyrightelbowonthearmofthe findsherselffrustratedwiththeconstraints generationsoffuture hooksters.
chair. This method would work for anyone of her wheelchair. “As someone with Written by Mark Davidson
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Sweet hearts
Wear your heart on your scarf this Valentine’s
with Elisabeth Davis De Herraiz’s pretty pattern
VALENTINE SCARF
WrapyourselfinlovethisValentine’sDay
EASY withaheart-tipped,tassel-dipped
PEASY sweetheartscarf.Popcornstitchpicks
4PLY 3.5MM out aquartetoflovehearts,whileberry-red
WEIGHT HOOK
stripes add interest through the design.
NOTES
YOU WILL NEED Scarf is worked in rows.
Q Cascade Heritage Solids Crossed trebles are worked over 2 sts, so
(75% merino wool, 25% nylon, when directed to work a certain number of
100g / 400m) crossed trebles this is worked over double
1 skein of each: the number of stitches. For example 4
Yarn A Strawberry Cream (5648) crossed trebles will be worked over 8 stitches. Make sure your ‘popcorns’ are showing on
Yarn B Garnet Red (5714) the same (RS) side of the scarf at each end
Q A 3.5 mm (US E/4) hook SCARF
For yarn stockists contact Using Yarn A, ch37.
Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 Row 1 (WS) Tr in fourth ch from hook and each [31 tr, 4 pc]
www.woolwarehouse.co.uk ch across, turn. [35 tr] Row 8 As Row 4. [33 tr, 2 pc]
Row 2 (RS) Ch3 (counts as tr throughout), tr in Row 9 Ch3, tr in next 2 sts, 4 crossed tr, tr in
TENSION next 2 sts, 4 crossed tr, tr in next 6 sts, pc in next next 13 sts, 4 crossed tr, tr in next 3 sts, turn.
Tension is not critical for this project st, tr in next 6 sts, 4 crossed tr, tr in next 3 sts, [35 tr]
but it may affect the yarn quantities turn. [34 tr, 1 pc] Change to Yarn B.
required Row 3 Ch3, tr in next 2 sts, 4 crossed tr, tr in Rows 10-11 Ch3, tr in next 2 sts, 7 crossed tr, tr
next 5 sts, pc in next st, tr in next st, pc in next in next st, 7 crossed tr, tr in next 3 sts, turn.
MEASUREMENTS st, tr in next 5 sts, 4 crossed tr, tr in next 3 sts, Rows 12-21 Repeat Rows 2-11.
Scarf measures 158x17cm turn. [33 tr, 2 pc] Change to Yarn A.
(62!x6"in) Row 4 Ch3, tr in next 2 sts, 4 crossed tr, tr in Rows 22-29 As Row 10.
next 4 sts, pc in next st, tr in next 3 sts, pc in Change to Yarn B.
ABBREVIATIONS next st, tr in next 4 sts, 4 crossed tr, tr in next 3 Rows 30-31 As Row 10.
pc (popcorn) 5tr in same st, drop the sts, turn. Rows 32-161 Repeat Rows 22-31 thirteen times.
loop from hook, insert the hook in Row 5 Ch3, tr in next 2 sts, 4 crossed tr, tr in Rows 162-169 Repeat Rows 9, followed by Row
top of first tr (from front to back on next 3 sts, pc in next st, tr in next 5 sts, pc in 8, Row 7, Row 6, Row 5, Row 4, Row 3 and Row
RS row or back to front on WS row), next st, tr in next 3 sts, 4 crossed tr, tr in next 3 2. [34 tr, 1 pc]
place loop back on hook and pull sts, turn. Row 170-171 Repeat Row 10. [35 tr]
through the first tr Row 6 Ch3, tr in next 2 sts, 4 crossed tr, tr in Rows 172-179 Repeat Rows 162-169.
crossed tr Skip 1 st, tr in next st, tr in next 3 sts, pc in next st, tr in next 2 sts, pc in [34 tr, 1 pc]
skipped st (working in front of first next st, tr in next 2 sts, pc in next st, tr in next 3 Row 180 Ch3, tr in each st across. [35 tr]
tr) sts, 4 crossed tr, tr in next 3 sts, turn. Fasten off.
For a full list, see page 92 [32 tr, 3 pc]
Row 7 Ch3, tr in next 2 sts, 4 crossed tr, tr in TO FINISH
next 3 sts, *pc in next st, tr in next st; rep from * Weave in all ends and lightly block.
three times more, pc in next st, tr in next 3 sts, 4 Using Yarn B, make 6 tassels and attach 3 along
crossed tr, tr in next 3 sts, turn. each short edge of the Scarf.
SIMPLE STEPS HOW TO MAKE A TASSEL
3 Cut a small piece of yarn, 4Cut another piece of yarn
1 Cut a piece of cardboard 2 Wrap the yarn around the thread under the yarn wraps and wrap it around the tassel,
that’s about 5cm wide and as length of the card to the at the top of the card and knot approx 2cm from the top, to
long as you’d like your tassel thickness you require. If you the two ends. Cut through the form head. Thread end onto a
to be. Make a 1cm cut in one want to use more colours, bottom wraps of the tassel needleandinsertdowninside
short end of the card. Tie a knot the yarns together at the and snip off the starting the head wraps. Trim tassel
knot in one end of your yarn base of the card and carry on knot(s). ends to neaten.
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Unravelled
Unravelled
With
Becky Skuse
What’s the proper way to hold my hook?
Brush up on your technique with our hook-apedia…
Whether you’re brand new to crochet or you’ve been crocheting for pencil grip and the knife grip. We’ll show you how each one works,
decades, it all starts with a hook. But are you holding your hook in the and the pros and cons, so you can try both and see what suits. It’s
best way to achieve top crochet results, as well as avoiding aches, really important to feel comfortable holding the hook, as holding it
pains and strains? There’s no such thing as ‘one size fits all’ in crochet in the wrong way for you can cause pain in your hand and wrist. So,
and every crocheter seems to hold the hook and yarn slightly even if you’re a seasoned hookster, treat yourself to a bit of time to
differently! There tends to be two general methods though: the refresh your grip and see if you enjoy quicker and easier crocheting.
What’s the best sort of hook?
To start with, you need a hook. Crocheters plus a metal section for the hook, neck and the right hook size for your yarn – the yarn’s
tend to use a 4mm hook the most, so start shank. A grip hook can be easier to grasp. label (3) should state a recommended hook
with this size in a low-cost metal or plastic. Finally, you need to know about hook sizes, or needle size (circled in pink below).
Basic hooks, like the one annotated below (1), which refers to the diameter of the shank in A smaller hook will create a tighter fabric,
have a fairly straight shape and are great for millimetres (mm) – our hook below for while a larger hook will make a looser fabric.
most techniques. Alternatively, a grip hook example, is 4mm. Some hooks are labelled Tip For a slippery yarn, try using a wooden or
(2) combines the grip and handle into one with traditional UK or US sizes but you can bamboo hook. The natural material will offer
section, made of wood or moulded plastic, convert these on page 92. You need to use slightly more resistance, for extra grip.
5ïX
Grip 01
Use this to catch the yarn
A flattened area where and draw it through
Handle you hold the hook with 4mm loops to form stitches
your thumb and finger
The handle sits in
the hand and helps
to control the hook. ;RPX
This is the narrowest part of
@UN[X the hook – this is where a
new loop of yarn sits as it’s
Active loops sit here while pulled through the other
you’re working a stitch – it’s loops already on the hook.
important not to leave active
03
loops in the throat section
02
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F o a C
What is the pencil grip?
Startbytryingoutthepopularpencilgrip...
This is the most popular way to hold a crochet hook, but it’s not right of scrap paper if you like. Now replace the pencil with a crochet hook
for everyone. Start by picking up your crochet hook in your dominant and you’ll be doing the pencil grip. The shank should rest in front of
hand. It’s best to hold your hook with the hand that you write with your hand as you look at it. Try not to grip the hook too tightly – aim
– so right-handers hold it in the right hand, left-handers in the left. for your hand and fingers to feel relaxed. The hook should be
Step 1 To try out the pencil grip, hold the hook in your hand, placing pointing towards you or slightly downward – it shouldn’t be facing
your hand underneath the hook. Place your fingers approx 3-5cm up or away from you.
(1-2in) from the hooked end, as if you’re about to write with it like a With this pencil (or pen) style of grip, most of the crocheting
pencil. If your hook has a flattened area, hold it here. movement will be done with your fingertips. Some crocheters find
Step 2 If you’re not sure whether you’re doing it right, try picking up the pencil grip enables their movements to be more fluid, which
a pencil and holding it – you could even write a few words on a piece means that they can crochet more quickly.
01 02
what is the knife GRIP?
Discoverthebene!tsoftheknifegrip…
Many crocheters (including me!) prefer knife grip, so try this one too. grip the hook too tightly – aim for your hand to feel relaxed. The hook
Step 1 Pick up the crochet hook in your dominant hand (right or left) should be pointing towards you or slightly downward, not facing up
and hold the hook in your hand, with your hand on top. Place your or away from you.
fingers approx 3-5cm (1-2in) from the hooked end, in the same way With this style of grip, most of the crochet action will be done with
that you would hold a knife. If your hook has a flattened area, place your wrist. Some crocheters find the knife grip gives more control and
your thumb here and place your index finger further down the hook, flexibility in the range of motion, which helps when you advance to
a small distance away from the thumb. more complex stitches and techniques. You can also vary this grip by
Step 2 If you’re not sure whether you’re doing it right, try picking up using the fingertips as well as the wrist to guide the hook.
a dinner knife and holding it. Now carefully replace the knife with a Tip Why not try out both the pencil and knife methods of holding the
hook and you’ll be doing the knife grip. The shank should rest against hook, and see which one feels more natural? Feel free to adapt the
the palm of your hand, behind your hand as you look at it. Try not to grip to find a method that feels right for you when crocheting.
01 02
LetBeckysolveyourhookyconundrums!
Crochet Unravelled aims to deep dive into the techniques, tutorials and terminology that will make you a better
hookster. Have you got a question you want Becky to unravel? Send it in to us at [email protected]
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Practise your
post stitches!
CABLE JUMPER
twists and
turns
This cosy casual will keep you snuggly warm as
well as stylish, designed by Nancy Smith
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CABLE JUMPER
Earnyour(cabled)stripeswiththiswinter Row 21 Ch1, dc in first 5 (1: 3: 5: 1: 3: 5) sts, FPtr
A BIT essential.The4plyyarnmakesitalightyet around each of next 2 FPtr, *dc in next 3 dc, skip
TRICKY warm addition to your jumper collection. 1 FPtr, FPtr around each of next 2 FPtr, FPtr
4PLY 5.5MM around skipped FPtr, dc in next 3 dc, FPtr
WEIGHT HOOK
NOTES around each of next 3 FPtr; rep from * 4 (5: 5: 5:
Jumper is worked from the bottom up in 6: 6: 6) times more, dc in next 3 dc, skip 1 FPtr,
separate pieces for Front, Back and Sleeves. FPtr around each of next 2 FPtr, FPtr around
YOU WILL NEED When working FPtr, do not work the top of the skipped FPtr, dc in next 3 dc, FPtr around each
Q Cascade Heritage (75% superwash st behind the FPtr. of next 2 FPtr, dc across to end, turn.
merino, 25% nylon, 100g/400m) Row 23 Ch1, dc in first 5 (1: 3: 5: 1: 3: 5) sts, FPtr
Gray (5660) JUMPER around each of next 2 FPtr, (dc in next 3 dc, FPtr
See table for measurements and FRONT around each of next 3 FPtr) 11 (13: 13: 13: 15: 15:
yarn quantities Ch84 (88: 92: 96: 100: 104: 108) 15) times, dc in next 3 dc, FPtr around each of
Q A 5.5mm (US I/9) hook Row 1 (RS) Dc in second ch from hook and in next 2 FPtr, dc in each rem st across, turn.
Q Stitch markers each ch across, turn. Rows 24-38 Repeat (Rows 20-23) 3 times more,
For yarn stockists contact [83 (87: 91: 95: 99: 103: 107) dc] then Rows 20-22 once more, turn.
Cascade Yarns Row 2 (WS) Ch1 (does not count as st Row 39 Ch1, dc in first 5 (1: 3: 5: 1: 3: 5) sts, FPtr
www.cascadeyarns.com throughout), dc in each dc across, turn. around each of next 2 FPtr, *dc in next 3 dc, FPtr
Row 3 Ch1, dc in first dc, (FPtr around next dc around each of next 3 FPtr, dc in next 3 dc, skip
TENSION from Row 1, dc in next dc from Row 2) across, 1 FPtr, FPtr around each of next 2 FPtr, FPtr
16sts and 22 rows to measure turn. around skipped FPtr; rep from * 4 (5: 5: 5: 6: 6: 6)
10x10cm (4x4in) over pattern using Row 4 Repeat Row 2. times more, dc in next 3 dc, FPtr around last 2
5.5mm hook or size needed to All even (WS) rows for Body are worked in dc FPtr, dc in each rem st across, turn.
obtain tension from now on. Row 41 Repeat Row 23, turn.
Row 5 Ch1, dc in first dc, (FPtr around next FPtr, Rows 42- 55 Repeat (Rows 38- 41) 3 times more,
ABBREVIATIONS dc in next dc) 3 (1: 2: 3: 1: 2: 3) times, (skip 1 FPtr, then Rows 38 and 39 once more, turn.
reverse dc (RS) Work a dc stitch in FPtr around next dc 1 row below, FPtr around
each st, working from left to right next FPtr, FPtr around skipped FPtr, dc in next Repeat Rows 20-55 until piece measures approx
(or right to left if left-handed) dc, FPtr around next FPtr, dc in next dc) across 34 (35.5: 35.5: 37: 38: 39: 40.5) cm, ending with a
For a full list, see page 92 to last 4 (0: 2: 4: 0: 2: 4) sts, (FPtr around next RS row. Place stitch marker in centre FPtr of
FPtr, dc in next dc) across to end, turn. centre cable, place another marker 12 sts either
Row 7 Ch1, dc in first dc, (FPtr around next FPtr, side of marker and remove central marker so
dc in next dc) 3 (1: 2: 3: 1: 2: 3) times, *skip 1 FPtr, that the central 25 sts (including marked sts) are
(FPtr around next FPtr) 2 times, dc in next dc, marked.
FPtr around next FPtr, dc in next dc; rep from *
across to last 4 (0: 2: 4: 0: 2: 4) sts, (FPtr around RIGHT SHOULDER NECK SHAPING
next FPtr, dc in next dc) across to end, turn. For the Right Front, Shaping row 1 is worked on
Rows 8-14 Repeat (Rows 6-7) 3 times more, the WS, and Shaping row 2 the RS.
then Row 6 once more, turn. Shaping row 1 Ch1, dc in each st across to 1 st
Rows 15-19 Ch1, dc in first 5 (1: 3: 5: 1: 3: 5) sts, before marker, dc2tog using st before marker
FPtr around next FPtr, (FPtr around next FPtr, dc and marked st, turn.
in next 3 dc, FPtr around each of next 2 FPtr) [29 (31: 33: 35: 37: 39: 41) sts]
across to last 5 (1: 3: 5: 1: 3: 5) sts, dc in each rem Shaping row 2 Ch1, dc2tog using first 2 sts,
st across, turn. placing marker in finished st and moving it up
MAIN STITCH PATTERN each row, work in patt across, turn.
SIZE 10 12 14 16 18 20 22
cm 86 91 97 102 107 112 117
TO FIT BUST
c in 34 36 38 40 42 44 46
b
ACTUAL BUST cm 102 107 112 117 122 127 132
!APPROX" in 40 42 44 46 48 50 52
cm 48 49.5 49.5 51 52 53 54.5
LENGTH
a in 19 19! 19! 20 20! 21 21!
cm 43 44.5 43 44.5 43 42 42
SLEEVE LENGTH
Bust width a: 51 (53.5: 56: 58.5: 61: 63.5: 66)cm, in 17 17! 17 17! 17 16! 16!
20 (21: 22: 23: 24: 25: 26)in
Length b: 48 (49.5: 49.5: 51: 52: 53: 54.5)cm, GRAY 100g 5 5 6 6 6 7 7
19 (19!: 19!: 20: 20!: 21: 21!)in
Sleeve length c: 43 (44.5: 43: 44.5: 43: 42: 42)cm, To make this pattern easier to follow, we’ve colour-coded the sizing instructions – simply follow the
17 (17!: 17: 17!: 17: 16!:16!)in relevant column.
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CABLE JUMPER
[28 (30: 32: 34: 36: 38: 40) sts]
The jumper is worked
Shaping rows 3-5 Work 3 more rows in the
bottom-up, starting with
same way with 1 decrease at neckline edge on
the stylised ribbing
each row. [25 (27: 29: 31: 33: 35: 37) sts]
Shaping row 6 Ch1, dc in first st, FPtr around
each of next 2 FPtr, continue in patt to end,
turn.
The patt of 3 sts at the neckline edge (2FPtr and
1dc at neckline edge) will be maintained to the
shoulder with the rest of the row worked in patt
as set.
Work in patt without shaping until piece
measures approx 48 (49.5: 49.5: 51: 52: 53: 54.5)
cm from beg, ending with a RS row.
Fasten off.
LEFT SHOULDER NECK SHAPING
Rejoin yarn with WS facing in marked st on Left
Front. See Right Shoulder Neck Shaping above.
For the Left Front, Shaping row 2 is worked on
the WS and Shaping row 1 on the RS. Work
Shaping row 2, followed by Shaping row 1, then
work 3 more Shaping rows in the same fashion
with 1 decrease at neckline edge on each row.
Shaping row 6 Ch1, work in patt to last 2 FPtr,
FPtr around each of next 2 FPtr, dc in last st,
turn. The patt of these 3 sts will be maintained
to the shoulder to match Right Front.
Work in patt without shaping to match Right
Front.
Fasten off, remove markers. same number of total rows as Front. seam, do not fasten off. Turn RS out, dc in each
Fasten off leaving a 25cm tail for sewing. st and seam around bottom, join with ss to beg
BACK dc, add a second strand of yarn and holding
Work as for Front in patt without Neckline TO MAKE UP both together, reverse dc in each st around
Shaping until piece measures approx 46 (47: 47: With RS together, ss Front and Back shoulder bottom, join with ss to beg reverse dc.
48: 49.5: 51: 52)cm ending with a RS row. seams together. Fasten off.
Place stitch markers as for Front, then work 6 Fasten off.
Shaping rows on both sides as for Front, with Measure 30.5cm up from bottom corners, place NECK EDGING
decreases at neckline edge and (2FPtr, dc) at stitch marker through both Front and Back Join yarn with ss, RS facing at shoulder seam.
neckline edge from Shaping row 6 to shoulder. Body pieces, ss between marker and bottom Row 1 (RS) Work 20dc down Front side neck,
Work in patt without shaping until there are the corners for side seams. After joining second (dc2tog) 5 times over shaping, dc in central 15
SIMPLE STEPS HOW TO WORK A FRONT POST TREBLE STITCH
1Identify the post of the next 2Work the rest of the stitch as 3 Work yrh again and pull the 4 You’ll see how the stitch is
stitch. Then work yrh (as usual you usually would for a treble, yarn through the first 2 loops. raised up, compared to the
for a treble stitch) and insert so yrh and carefully pull the Yrh and pull the yarn through rest of the fabric. Work more
hook into the front of the loop of yarn out of the fabric the remaining 2 loops to front post treble stitches in
fabric, around the back of the – it should loop around the completethe front post treble the same way, repeating from
post, and bring out hook on post of the stitch. stitch. Step 1.
other side of post.
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CABLE JUMPER
sts, (dc2tog) 5 times over shaping, work 20dc
up Front side neck ending in seam, work 5dc The elegant cables
down Back side neck, (dc2tog) 5 times over are evocative of
shaping, dc in central 15 sts, (dc2tog) 5 times fairground carousels
over shaping, work 5dc up Back side neck to
shoulder seam, join with ss to beg dc.
Row 2 (RS) Ch1, reverse dc in each st around,
join with ss to beg st.
Fasten off.
SLEEVES !BOTH ALIKE"
Ch34 (34: 34: 40: 40: 44: 44).
Rows 1-2 Repeat Rows 1-2 of Front Body, turn.
[33 (33: 33: 37: 37: 41: 41) sts]
Row 3 (RS) Ch1, dc in first 2 (2: 2: 1: 1: 1: 1)dc,
(FPtr around next dc from Row 1, dc in next dc)
across to last 2 (2: 2: 1: 1: 1: 1) sts, dc in each st to
end, turn.
Cont working all WS rows in dc as before.
Row 5 Ch1, dc in first 2 (2: 2: 1: 1: 1: 1) dc, (FPtr
around next FPtr, dc in next dc) 2 (2: 2: 1: 1: 2: 2)
times, (skip 1 FPtr, FPtr around next dc 1 row
below, FPtr around next FPtr, FPtr around
skipped FPtr, dc in next dc, FPtr around next
FPtr, dc in next dc) 4 (4: 4: 6: 6: 6: 6) times, (FPtr
around next FPtr, dc in next dc) 1 (1: 1: 0: 0: 1: 1)
times, dc in rem 1 (1: 1: 0: 0: 0: 0) st, turn.
Rows 6 -14 Repeat (Rows 4-5) 4 times more,
then Row 4 once more, turn.
SIZES 10, 12, 14, 20 AND 22 ONLY
Row 15 (RS) Ch1, 2dc in first st, dc in next 2 (2: 2:
1: 1) dc, (FPtr around each of next 3 FPtr, dc in
next 3 dc) across to last 3 FPtr, FPtr around each
of next 3 FPtr, dc in next 2 (2: 2: 1: 1) dc, 2dc in
last st, turn. [35 (35: 35: 43: 43) sts]
Row 17 Ch1, dc in first 4 (4: 4: 3: 3) dc, (FPtr
around each of next 3 FPtr, dc in next 3 dc)
across to last 3 FPtr, FPtr around each of next 3
FPtr, dc in each rem st, turn.
Row 19 Ch1, 2dc in first st, dc in next 3 (3: 3: 2: 2)
dc, (FPtr around each of next 3 FPtr, dc in next 3
dc) across to last 3 FPtr, FPtr around each of
next 3 FPtr, dc in next 3 (3: 3: 2: 2) dc, 2dc in last 1 FPtr, FPtr around each of next 2 FPtr, FPtr FPtr of Sleeve to shoulder seam and corners of
st, turn. [37 (37: 37: 45: 45) sts] around skipped FPtr, dc in next 3 dc, FPtr Sleeve to Body side seam. Starting at underarm,
around each of next 3 FPtr, dc in next 3 dc) ss up and around armhole to opposite side,
SIZES 16 AND 18 ONLY across to last 3 FPtr, skip 1 FPtr, FPtr around then ss Sleeve edges together for Sleeve seam.
Row 15 (RS) Ch1, (dc, tr) in first st, FPtr around each of next 2 FPtr, FPtr in skipped FPtr, dc in Turning RS out, pull working yarn through
each of next 2 FPtr, dc in next 3 dc, (FPtr around each rem st across, turn. Sleeve, dc in each st around cuff, do not turn.
each of next 3 FPtr, dc in next 3 dc) across to Add a second strand of yarn and holding both
last 3 sts, FPtr around each of next 2 FPtr, (tr, dc) Continue working 2dc in first and last sts of row strands together, reverse dc in each st around,
in last st, turn. [39 (39) sts] on next row and every 4th foll row 9 (11: 11: 11: join with ss to beg reverse dc.
Row 17 Ch1, dc in first st, FPtr around next tr, 13: 13: 15) times more, while AT THE SAME TIME Fasten off.
FPtr around each of next 2 FPtr, (dc in next 3 dc, working cable pattern (Rows 22-55 of Front)
FPtr around each of next 3 FPtr) across to last 2 over central sts. [57 (61: 61: 65: 69: 73: 77) sts] TO FINISH
sts, FPtr around next tr, dc in last st, turn. Weave in all ends. Jumper may need light
Row 19 Ch1, 2dc in first dc, (FPtr around each of Cont working in established patt without blocking to uncurl bottom and cuff edges. Lay
next 3 FPtr, dc in next 3 dc) across to last 4 sts, increases until Sleeve measures approx 43 (44.5: flat, spritz with water, pat down, let dry.
FPtr around each of next 3 FPtr, 2dc in last st, 43: 44.5: 43: 42: 42)cm ending with a RS row, do
turn. [41 (41) sts] not fasten off.
ALL SIZES TO JOIN SLEEVES
Row 21 Ch1, dc in first 5 (5: 5: 2: 2: 4: 4) dc, (skip With RS of Body and Sleeve together, pin centre
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FASTEN OFF AND WEAVE IN ENDS
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Keep a tot’s top super toasty with
Susan Walsh’s traditional baby beanie
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Ahandmadegiftisall aboutshowingthe
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YOU WILL NEED NOTES
Q Debbie Bliss Baby Cashmerino Body of Beanie is worked top-down in rounds.
(55% merino wool, 33% acrylic, Ribbing is worked in rows and joined to the
12% cashmere, 50g/125m) final round of Beanie at the end of every
1 ball of each: second row.
Yarn A Rose Pink (94)
Yarn B Camel (102) BEANIE
Q A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook CROWN
Q A 4mm (US G/6) hook Using a 4mm hook and Yarn A, make a magic
For yarn contact loop.
Love Crafts 01409 404 010 Round 1 (RS) Ch2 (counts as tr throughout), (tr,
www.lovecrochet.com ch1) into ring, (2tr, ch1) 5 times, ss to top of beg
ch-2 to join. [12 tr, 6 ch-1 sps] The contrast trim is the last to be worked,
TENSION Round 2 (RS) Ss into next ch-1 sp, ch2, 4tr in with a fluting pattern created in dc, ch-2, dc
20 sts and 10 rounds to measure same ch-sp, 5tr in each ch-1 sp around ss to top
10x10cm (2x2in) over treble crochet of beg ch-2. [6 5-tr groups]
using a 4mm hook or size needed to Join Yarn B into sp between two groups of 5-tr.
obtain correct tension Round 3 Ch1 (does not count as a st), 2dc in
same sp, skip 1 tr, dc in bl of next 4 tr, (2dc in
MEASUREMENTS next sp between tr groups, skip 1 tr, dc in bl of
Beanie measures 34cm in next 4 tr) 5 times, ss to beg dc. [36 dc]
circumference Round 4 Ch2, tr in bl of each dc around, ss to
top of be ch-2. [36 tr]
ABBREVIATIONS Join Yarn A into any tr.
For a full list, see page 92 Round 5 Ch1 (does not count as a st), dc in bl of
each tr around, ss to top of beg dc. [36 dc]
Round 6 Ch2, tr in next 4 dc, 2tr in next dc, (tr in
next 5 dc, 2tr in next dc) 5 times, ss to top of
beg ch-2. [42 tr]
Round 7 Ch2, tr in next 5 tr, 2tr in next tr, (tr in
next 6 tr, 2tr in next tr) 5 times, ss to top of beg
ch-2. [48 tr]
Round 8 Ch2, tr in next 6 tr, 2tr in next tr, (tr in
next 7 tr, 2tr in next tr) 5 times, ss to top of beg
ch-2. [54 tr]
Round 9 Ch2, tr in next 7 tr, 2tr in next tr, (tr in The hat is worked in rounds from the crown
next 8 tr, 2tr in next tr) 5 times, ss to top of beg down, with the ribbing then added in rows
ch-2. [60 tr]
To make a larger Beanie, keep increasing by 6 Repeat Rows 2-3 around.
sts each round to size required. Once all trebles from Round 10 of Beanie have
Round 10 Ch2, tr in each tr around, ss to top of been worked into, ss seam the final row of
beg ch-2. ribbing to the opposite side of the beg ch-9.
Do not fasten off. Do not fasten off.
RIBBING TRIM
Turn Hat so WS is facing. Change to a 3.5mm hook and continue with
Row 1 (WS) Ch9, dc in third ch from hook Yarn A.
(skipped ch-2 count as dc), dc in next 6 ch, Round 1 (RS) Ch1 (does not count as a st), *(dc,
dc2tog final ch and next tr from Round 10, dc in ch2, dc) in end of next row, dc in end of next
next tr from Round 10, turn. [10 sts] row; rep from * around, ss to top of beg dc.
Row 2 (RS) Ch1 (counts as dc), skip dc2tog, dc Join Yarn B in any ch-2 sp. [90 dc, 30 ch-2 sps]
in bl of next 8 sts, turn. [9 sts] Round 2 Ch1, (does not count as a st), *(dc, ch2,
Row 3 Ch1 (counts as dc), dc in bl of next 7 sts, dc) in ch-2 sp, skip next dc, dc in next st, skip
dc2tog beg ch-1 of previous row and next tr next dc; rep from * around, ss to top of beg dc.
from Round 10 of Beanie, dc in next tr from Fasten off and weave in ends.
Round 10, turn. [10 sts]
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YOUR GUIDE
HOW-TO
VIDEOS
Crochet essentials help,seeour Yarniversitychannel
Forvideodemosandexpert
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Over the next few pages, you’ll !nd simple step-by-step guides to many useful
stitches and techniques that you’ll use every time you pick up a hook
HOLDING THE HOOK HOLDING THE YARN
Try these methods and see which works best Even tension results in even stitches
PENCIL METHOD KNIFE METHOD METHOD ONE METHOD TWO
Holdthehooklikeapencil,in Hold the hook between your Passtheballendoftheyarn Looptheballendoftheyarn
yourrighthand(ifyou’re thumb and forefinger, about betweenthelittlefingerand looselyaroundthelittlefinger
right-handed),about3-5cm 3-5cmfrom the hooked end, thirdfingersofyourlefthand ofyourlefthand,thentakeit
fromthehookedend.Ifyour resting the end of the hook (ifyouareright-handed),then overthethirdfinger,behindthe
hookhasaflatarea,you’llfindit against your palm. This will behindthethirdandmiddle middlefingerand over your
comfortable to hold it here. give you lots of control. fingers, over your index finger. index finger.
MAKING A SLIPKNOT The first loop on the hook
1Hold the tail of the ball of 2 Hold the loop between left 3 Catch the ball end of the 4 Pull both ends of the yarn to
yarn in your left hand and thumb and forefinger, then yarn with the hook and pull it tighten the knot, then pull just
drape the yarn clockwise over insert the crochet hook back through the centre of the the ball end to tighten the
the top of it to form a loose, through the centre of the loop loop, taking the yarn through loop so it’s close to the hook,
circular loop. from front to back. with it. but not touching it.
CHAIN STITCH Use this stitch to make your foundation chain How to count chains
1
9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2
Eachchainorloopcountsas
onestitch.Nevercountyour
1 Holdthehookinyourright 2 Pullthehooktowardsthe 3 Thisiswhatyourrowof firstslipknotortheloopon
hand,andboththeyarnend slipknot,catchingtheyarnin chainswilllooklike.Holdthe thehook(calledtheworking
andtheworkingyarninyour thehook,andpullingitthrough chainwithyourlefthandnear loop).Sothatyoucanbe
lefthand.Movethehookunder theslipknotloop.Thisforms thehook,tokeepthetension. accurate,makesurethe
andovertheyarntowrapit yourfirstchain(ch)stitch. Keepgoinguntilyouhavethe chainisnottwistedandthat
around anticlockwise. Repeatsteps1and 2 to form a numberofchainsthat’s stated the front is facing you.
chain length. in your pattern.
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SLIP STITCH (ss) WORKING IN ROWS
This stitch has no height – often used to join rounds Follow these simple rules to construct crochet fabric
1The slip stitch is used to join 2 Pull the yarn through the 1The first row is made by 2 For the next row, first make
a length of chain into the chain stitch (as shown) and working across the the turning chain for the stitch
round. Insert the hook from then the loop already on the foundation chain from right to you’re about to work (see
front to back into the first hook to make a slip stitch. You left. At the end of the chain or opposite). Now work the next
chain you worked. Wrap yarn can also work this stitch into row, turn the work so that the stitch into the top of the
round the hook (yrh) in an each stitch along a row to yarn is behind the hook. stitches on your first row,
anticlockwise direction. form a neat edging. missing the first stitch.
DOUBLE CROCHET (dc) US term: single crochet
One of the key stitches in crochet, doubles are simple, compact stitches that form a dense fabric
1To make a double crochet 2 Wind the yarn around the 3 Pull the yarn through the 4 Yarn round hook again, then
stitch, insert the hook under hook (yrh). stitch, giving you two loops pull the yarn through both
the top two loops of the next on your crochet hook. loops. There’s your double
stitch on the previous row. crochet made and you’ll have
one loop left on the hook,
ready to do the next stitch.
HALF TREBLE CROCHET (htr) US term: half double crochet
A handy stitch that’s between double and treble crochet in size, and it looks slightly looser than double crochet
1To make a half treble crochet 2 Insert the hook under the 3 Pull the yarn through the 4 Yarn 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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TREBLE CROCHET (tr) US term: double crochet
One of the most popular stitches in crochet, this simple stitch is twice as high as a double crochet stitch
1To work a treble crochet, 2 Wrap the yarn around the 3 You will now have 3 loops on 4 You will now have 2 loops
start by winding yrh and then hook (yrh) and pull the yarn the hook. Yrh again, and draw on the hook. Yrh again and
insert the hook under the top through the stitch only. the yarn through just the first draw the yarn through the
two loops of the stitch on the 2 loops on the hook. remaining loops on the
previous row. hook. Your treble crochet
is complete.
DOUBLE TREBLE CROCHET (dtr) TRIPLE TREBLE CROCHET (ttr)
US term: treble crochet US term: double treble crochet
This is a stitch regularly used Yrh and pull the yarn through This is one of the longest loops only. Repeat from † 3
as an elongated version of the 2 loops only (2 loops on hook). standard crochet stitches and is times more and your triple
treble (described above). It’s 4 Yrh and pull the yarn through mainly used in fancy stitch treble will be finished. Repeat
worked in a very similar way to the remaining 2 loops. Repeat patterns. It’s tallerthan a double from * to make more ttr sts.
the treble, as follows: from * to make more dtr sts. treble crochet stitch (described 4 To make the next row, turn
1 Make a foundation chain. Skip 5 To make the next row of dtr, left) and is worked in a very work and ch5. This turning chain
4ch, *yrh twice, and insert the turn work and ch4. This turning similar way, as follows: counts as the first triple treble in
hook under the top loop of the chain counts as the first dtr in a 1 Make a foundation ch. Skip 5 a new row. Skip first st at base of
next ch. new row. Skip first st at the base ch, *yrh 3 times, insert hook the t-ch. Work 1 triple treble,
2 Yrh, pull the yarn through the of the t-ch, work 1dtr under the under top loop of next ch. inserting hook under the top 2
ch loop only (4 loops on hook). top two loops of the 2nd stitch 2 Yrh, pull yarn through ch loop loops of the 2nd st in the
3 Yrh and pull the yarn through in the previous row; continue to only (5 loops on hook). previous row; continue to the
2 loops only (3 loops on hook). the end of the row. 3 † Yrh, draw loop through 2 end of the row.
TURNING CHAIN (t-ch) How to count stitches
For an even finish, start each row with a turning chain Check your work is correct
Incrochet,youneedtoadd tablebelowtellsyouhowmany Beingabletocount
turningchains(t-chs)tothe t-chstsformthefirststitch.*For yourstitchesisvery
beginningofrows.Thereason dc,usuallytheturningchain importantandhelps
forthisistobringthehookupto doesnotcountasastitch,and youtoensurethat
theheightofthestitchesyou’re thefirststitchoftherowis you’refollowinga 1 2 3 4 5 6 7
crocheting.Eachbasicstitchhas workedintothestitchat the base patterncorrectly.It’s
its own number of chains. The of the turning chain. agoodideatocount
yourstitchesatthe
endofeveryrow.To
Skip at For
Add to start of turning countshortstitches
foundation foundation chain suchasdouble
chain before row (counts (counts as crochet,lookatthe
STITCH starting row as first st) first st) plaitedtops(see
Double crochet 1 ch 1 ch* 1 ch* aboveright).For
tallerstitches,count
Half treble 1 ch 2 ch 2 ch
theupright‘stems’ –
Treble 2 ch 3 ch 3 ch each‘stem’is 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9
countedasastitch
Double treble 3 ch 4 ch 4 ch
(see right).
Triple treble 4 ch 5 ch 5 ch
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HOW TO CHANGE COLOUR INCREASING AND DECREASING
Create stripes and other colour effects Shaping stitches are vital for making garments
1Before you work the final 2 Pull through a loop of the INCREASE To increase one DECREASE For a quick
yrh (yarn round hook) on the new yarn to finish the old stitch is very simple – work decrease, just skip one stitch.
last stitch of a row in the old stitch. The working loop will one stitch into the next stitch For a neater look, work the
colour, drop the old yarn and be in the new colour. on the row below. When first part of one stitch and
then pick up the new one Continue, keeping the old you’ve finished, work another then begin the next stitch.
with your hook. yarn at the wrong side. stitch into the same stitch. Finish both together.
SEWING SEAMS
You can join crochet seams by using a tapestry needle or a crochet hook, using one of these four methods
1Sewing with a tapestry 2 To slip stitch a seam, place 3 For a dc seam, place the 4 A useful variation on the dc
needle is the regular and neat the crochet pieces right sides crochet pieces right sides seam, the dc and chain seam is
way to join seams. Place two together. *Insert hook into together, or wrong sides used when less bulk and/or
pieces of crochet right sides both edge stitches, yrh and together for a visible seam. greater flexibility is needed.
together and oversew them as pull through to complete 1 Work as for slip stitch seam, Work 1 double crochet and
shown above, using a tapestry slip stitch; rep from * working using double crochet instead 1 chain alternately.
or yarn needle. into the next edge stitches, of slip stitch.
keeping work fairly loose.
How to check your tension
Make and measure a swatch to check your tension
Most crochet patterns state the tension
required, in rows and stitches of a specific
type. Make a swatch at least 15cm square
and check that your tension matches. Place
a ruler across the swatch and insert two pins,
10cm apart. Then place the ruler along a
column of stitches and insert two pins 10cm
apart. Count the stitches and rows between
the pins – if you have less than the pattern,
your tension is too loose so you need to use
a smaller hook, but if you have too many,
use a larger hook. It’s usually better to
match the stitches than rows, because you
can always work more or fewer rows.
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FOUNDATION RING WORKING STITCHES INTO A RING
Create a foundation ring for working in the round To make circles, tubes and other shapes
1Make a chain the length 2 …and pull yarn through 2 1Make a foundation ring and 2 Finish the treble as usual
stated in the pattern loops on hook. Now you’re work the t-ch (3ch for treble (yrh, pull yarn through ring,
instructions. Next, insert the ready to start crocheting in sts). Work a treble st as usual, yrh, pull yarn through first 2
crochet hook into the first the round, following the but insert hook into centre of loops, yrh, pull yarn through 2
chain. Close the ring with a instructions given right. ring. For treble sts, yrh, insert loops). Work more sts into the
slip stitch, working yrh… hook into ring. ring as needed.
MAGIC LOOP
An alternative foundation ring for working in the round
Working
yarn
Tail end
1TostartaMagicLoop,don’t 2 Nowinsertyourhookintothe 3 Makeat-chforthestsyou 4 Once you’ve worked the first
makeaslipknot.Instead,make loop,fromfronttoback.Wrap wanttowork(above,wemade round of stitches, simply pull
aloopwiththeyarn,leavinga theworkingyarnaroundthe 1t-chfordc).Work your sts the tail end of yarn to draw up
tailaround10cmlong. Make hookandpull the yarn through into the Magic Loop, over the ring. Workaslipstitchto
sure the tail end is under the the loop. both the loop and the tail end jointhelastandfirstststofinish
working yarn. (so two yarn strands). thefirstround(asinstructed in
the guide below).
JOINING ROUNDS Rounds
Finish off each round of crochet stitches nice and neatly by using a slip stitch
or spirals
Checkwhichtechnique
you need to use
Some patterns are worked
in rounds that are joined
together at the end of
each round (see left).
Other patterns are worked
in a spiral so you don’t
1To close a round of stitches, 2 Then place the yarn round 3 You’ve slip stitched the need to join the rounds at
work a slip stitch into the top the hook. Pull the yarn round together! Before the end, just keep going, ©Stephanie Lau, www.allaboutami.com
of the turning chain. To do through the turning chain working another round, be working into the next
this, insert the hook into the stitch and through the sure to make the required stitch on the previous row.
top stitch of the turning chain. original stitch on your hook. turning chain. Always work Amigurumi toys are often
rounds on the right side, worked in a spiral like this.
unless you pattern instructs
you otherwise.
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Abbreviations Crochet hook conversions
across to end of the row htr half treble UK METRIC US
approx approximate(ly) htr2tog work 2htr together
14 2mm –
beg beginning in next sts to be worked into
bl insert hook under the same stitch 13 2.25mm B/1
back loop only inc increase
BPtr Back Post treble: LH left hand 12 2.5mm –
yrh, starting from the lp(s) loop(s) – 2.75mm C/2
back, insert hook from meas measures
back to front to back patt(s) pattern(s) 11 3mm –
around post of st in pm place marker
10 3.25mm D/3
row below, complete prev previous
as treble st qtr quadruple treble 9 3.5mm E/4
ch(s) chain/chain stitch(es) rem remain(s)/remaining
– 3.75mm F/5
ch-sp(s) chain space(s) rep repeat
ch- refers to ch made RH right hand 8 4mm G/6
previously, eg. ch-3 rnd(s) round(s)
cl(s) clusters RS right side 7 4.5mm 7
2-tr cl (yrh, insert hook in sp/ sk skip 6 5mm H/8
st, yrh & pull up loop, sp(s) space(s)
yrh & draw through 2 ss slip stitch 5 5.5mm I/9
loops) twice, inserting st(s) stitch(es)
4 6mm J/10
hook in same sp/st, tbl through back loop
yrh & draw through all t-ch(s) turning chain(s) 3 6.5mm K/10!
loops on hook tog together
2 7mm –
cont continue tr treble crochet
dc double crochet tr2tog (yrh, insert hook in 0 8mm L/11
dc2tog (insert hook in next st, next st, yrh and pull
00 9mm M/13
yrh and draw a loop up loop, yrh and draw
through) twice, yrh through 2 loops) 000 10mm N/15
and draw through all 3 twice, yrh and draw
loops on hook through all loops on
dec decrease hook
dtr double treble crochet ttr triple treble crochet Which hook do I use?
dtr2tog work 2dtr together WS wrong side
fdc foundation dc yrh yarn round hook Hook size UK yarn weight
ftr foundation tr * work instructions
fl insert hook under immediately foll *, 2.5-3.5mm hook 4ply yarn
front loop only then rep as many
3.5-4.5mm hook double knitting yarn
foll/folls following/follows more times as directed
FPtr Front Post treble: work () work all instructions in
5-6mm hook aran yarn
in opposite way to the brackets as many
BPtr times as directed 7mm and bigger chunky yarn
HOW TO GET A PERFECT FINISH
Topreventyourhardworkunravellingonceyou’vefinishedcrocheting, UK/US conversions
fasten the end off carefully, following our instructions below
UK US
Complete the final stitch, then
cut the yarn about 15cm from chain ch chain ch
the work. Pull it through the
last loop on the hook and pull slip stitch ss slip stitch ss
to close the loop. Thread the
yarn tail onto a tapestry needle double crochet dc single crochet sc
and weave into the back of the
half treble htr half double hdc
work. Most crochet items don’t
need a lot of blocking, but treble tr double dc
cotton lace work usually does.
To do this, carefully pin out the double treble dtr treble tr
item with rust-proof pins, mist
with a water spray and leave to triple treble ttr double treble dtr
dry naturally.
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Little &large
Hook a casual cushion and its supersized
big sister with Esme Crick’s geometric duo
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MOSAIC CUSHIONS
Handmade?Yourfriendswillneverbelieve
A BIT it,suchistheprofessionalpolishofthis
TRICKY geometricpair.Theombreismore
DK 4MM pronouncedinthelargercushion.Ifyou
WEIGHT HOOK
wantamoredramaticeffectinthesmaller
one, unravel the yarn a little between rows.
YOU WILL NEED NOTES
Q Scheepjes Whirligig (80% virgin This pattern uses mosaic crochet techniques,
wool, 20% alpaca, 450g/1000m), where you work in two contrasting colours,
1 cake of Yarn A Sapphire to Teal referred to as Yarn A and Yarn B in this pattern.
(213) Alternating 2-row stripes of double crochet
Q Scheepjes Whirligigette (80% form the base of the pattern. Where the
virgin wool, 20% alpaca, contrasting colour needs to interrupt the base The ‘fabric’ of the yarn is made of dc, for a
100g/215m), 2 balls of Yarn B colour in a row, a ch-sp is created in the base dense texture that shows off the shades well
Blue (255) colour. When the base colour changes for the
Q Basic sewing kit next 2-row stripe, the new base colour is used
Floor cushion only: to ‘fill in’ the spaces left in the previous rows, by
Q Backing fabric, 77x77cm working mosaic treble sts in front of the ch-sps CUSHIONS
Q Cushion pad, 75x75cm and into the skipped sts 3 rows below. Using Yarn A, ch128 (ch80).
Small cushion only: The instructions for the Floor Cushion are Row 1 (RS) Dc in second ch from hook and in
Q Backing fabric, 47x47cm written first, with the instructions for the Small each ch to end, turn. [127 (79) sts]
Q Cushion pad, 45x45cm Cushion written in coloured brackets. Rows 2-4 Ch1 (does not count as st
For yarn stockists contact throughout), dc in each st to end, turn.
Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com CHART NOTES Change to Yarn B.
There is a Chart on the opposite page which Row 5 Ch1, dc in first st, ch3, skip 2 sts, dc in
TENSION you will need to refer to for all colour changes. next 7 sts, ch12, skip 11 sts, *dc in next 13 sts,
18 sts and 20 rows to measure RS rows are read from right to left, and WS rows ch12, skip 11 sts; rep from * three times (once)
10x10cm (4 x 4in) over pattern using from left to right. Each square represents 1dc more, dc in next 7 sts, ch3, skip 2 sts, dc in final
a 4mm hook or size needed to stitch and each rectangle represents 1mtr. If an st, turn.
obtain correct tension mtr is shown in a row worked in the opposite Row 6 Ch1, dc in first st, ch3, skip ch-3 sp, (dc in
colour skip this st and ch the number of sts each st to next ch-sp, ch12, skip ch-sp) across to
MEASUREMENTS skipped plus 1. For example if 3mtr are show final ch-3 sp, ch3, skip ch-sp, dc in final st, turn.
Floor cushion cover: 74x74cm you would skip 3 sts and ch4. Change to Yarn A.
(29!x29!in) before blocking Where a dc or a tr is made in the first row of a Row 7 Ch1, dc in first st, 2mtr, dc in next 7 dc,
Small cushion cover: 44x44cm new colour, a dc is made in this st in the second 11mtr, (dc in next 13 sts, 11mtr) 4 (2) times, dc in
(17"x17"in) before blocking row (make sure to work into all tr sts from the next 7 sts, 2mtr, dc in final st, turn.
first row as they can easily be missed). Where a Row 8 Ch1, dc in each st to end, turn.
ABBREVIATIONS ch-sp is made in the first row, the same ch-sp is Rows 9-24 Continue in pattern set using the
mtr (mosaic treble) Work a standard made in the second row. Chart on the oppostie page.
tr in skipped stitch 3 rows below, The first 4 rows of the Chart have been written Rows 25-28 Using Yarn A, ch1, dc in each st to
working st in front of ch-sps out to guide you. end, turn.
For a full list, see page 92
The tesselating arrows
offer a contemporary
design look
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Change to Yarn B.
Repeat Rows 5-28 another 5 (3) times.
Fasten off Small Cushion only.
FLOOR CUSHION ONLY
Repeat Rows 5-26 once more.
Fasten off and weave in all ends.
TO MAKE UP
With WS facing, fold in and iron a seam of 2cm
around all 4 sides of fabric backing (to make
backing same dimensions as cushion pad). Lay
the fabric square on flat surface, with WS and
folded-in edges facing up, place crochet panel
on top with RS facing up. Pin together around 3
sides and carefully sew edges together (approx
2mm from outside edge). Insert cushion pad
and sew up final side in same way.
Ombre yarn is a great
way to incorporate
colour without lots of
faffy yarn changes
24
23
22
21
20
19
18
17
16
15
14
13 Key
12
11 Yarn A
10
9 Yarn B
8
7
6 mtr in Yarn A
5
55 50 45 40 35 30 25 20 15 10 5
Repeat
SIMPLE STEPS HOW TO MAKE A DOUBLE CROCHET
1To make a double crochet 2Wind the yarn around the 3 Pull the yarn through the 4 Yarn round hook again, then
stitch, insert the hook under hook (yrh). stitch, giving you two loops pull the yarn through both
the top two loops of the next on your crochet hook. loops. There’s your double
stitch on the previous row. crochet made and you’ll have
one loop left on the hook
ready to do the next stitch.
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†
CHARTS
Charts & Diagrams
Follow these helpful charts when making the Hook to Hook
Tunisian heart wreath and colourful scarf
Tunisian heart wreath, page 59
17 Key
16 Yarn D
15
14 Yarn A
13
12
11
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
Colourful scarf, page 57
14
13
12
11 Repeat
10
9
8
7
6 Key
5
4 Yarn D
3
2 Yarn F
35 30 25 20 15 10 5
17
16
15
14
13
12
11
10
9
8 Key
7
6 Yarn B
5 Yarn C
13 10 5
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inceIwasverylittle,Ihavealwaysbeena Ialwayshadmyowngrannyinmindwhen
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