Simply Crochet is full of creative ideas for anyone who loves - or would love to learn - crochet. Crochet is a wonderfully versatile craft with endless possibilities of creative things to make. Inside you will find beautiful designs for the home, fashionable accessories to wear and gift ideas for all occasions. From lampshade covers to shawls, toys to blankets and gadget cosies to cardigans, Simply Crochet is a must-buy for creative crafters looking for new things to make. With clear, easy-to-follow instructions to ensure the best possible results every time, you'll be hooked on handmade from the very first page!***Please note: This digital version of the magazine does not include the covermount items you would find on the printed newsstand copies. ***
Simply Crochet • Is crochet your favourite sport? The (yarn) ball is in your court, so turn the page to inspire your next make. But try not to overexert yourself, or you may get a stitch in your side! It’s all pun and games this issue…
Sunny stitches
CONTRIBUTORS • Meet a few of our talented designers
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Hooked • IDEAS ♥ INSPIRATION ♥ ACCESSORIES ♥ WEBSITES ♥ EVENTS ♥ STUFF
WE LOVE • A handful of our faves this month…
Cream of the crop • Float away on a cool cloud of crochet with our on-trend, off-white collection
Peak of chic • Cassie Ward’s natural fibre garment is a cream dream
GAME FACE • Love might mean zero in tennis, but our love for Lisa Paddock’s ami’ athlete knows no bounds
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Findy your next FAVOURITE KNIT! • Beautiful patterns for all the family, clear step-by-step guidance and trustworthy inspiration in every issue of Simply Knitting magazine. Take your knitting to the next level.
BRACE YOURSELF • Transform old shorts into a cute pair of dungarees with Tricia Fairburn’s adjustable crochet straps
Let it grow • Florencia Campos Correa’s colourwork blanket brings a vibrant touch to fab florals
Mint to be • Chloé Elizabeth Birch pairs cool pastels with a cropped, boxy fit
Roll with it • A quirky accessory for your bathroom shelf, designed by Heather C Gibbs
Lolly-licious CAL • Get beach-ready with Helen Anderson’s mouthwatering summer crochet-along
Light touch • Drape yourself Pat Strong’s airy shawl hooked in shimmering glitter yarn
Hair care • Ever think of putting crochet in your hair? These little butterflies are a summer style must
LAVENDER LOVE • Keep little ones warm and happy on windswept holidays with a wool jacket by DROPS
Mending matters • Ready to learn how to cherish, celebrate and repair the crochet in your life? We speak to seasoned stitchers and textile specialists for their expert insights
Flow state • Gordana Adamceska-Halson’s beachy cover-up has drape for days
Daybreak • Bring Jess Bennett’s beach-worthy tote to your next seaside excursion
LEAF CLUSTERS • The sun is out, flowers are in bloom and trees are thick with leaves – much like this nature-inspired stitch
Beautiful sewing, made simple
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WHICH SLEEVE IS WHICH? • Learn about garments with our simple guide
NEXT ISSUE
Crochet essentials • Over the next few pages, you’ll find simple step-by-step guides to many useful stitches and techniques that you’ll use every time you pick up a hook
Glorious garden designs! • Discover 248 designs to stitch for green-fingered loved ones–from picturesque views, gardening motifs, bugs and butterflies, and...