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06 IN THE LOOP
Ideas to help wildlife charities in Australia,
our round-up of the best yarn shows and
workshops, the latest beautiful accessories,
plus meet Sara Mulvey of Black Sheep Wools.
09 YARN REVIEWS
Sarah Moran tests out some lovely plant-
based yarns for lightweight garments and
accessories that are both soft and long-lasting.
10 OFF THE HOOK
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gorgeous, botanical-inspired homewares.
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Pay tribute to these creative processes and
make his cute and cheerful succulent!
26 SPRING/SUMMER FASHION
It may be 20 20 but the fashion trends are far
from futuristic – instead this season brings a
celebration of retro. Get the vintage summer
vibe with boho balloon-sleeve blouses, midi
dresses with feminine, flouncy tiers, earth-
toned prints, lots of crochet and floppy hats.
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life on the island of Ornö in Sweden, her love
of overlay crochet, colour palettes inspired by
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crocheting on the go. So say a big hello
to these soft leather pouches from
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they’re ideal for safely storing tiny snips,
needles, stitch markers or buttons. You
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CRAFT AND UNITE THE WORLD
➻ With the recent bushfires in Australia
causing devastation to wildlife and
habitats, a Sydney-based craft group,
the Animal Rescue Craft Guild, called
out for handmade items for injured
or orphaned animals, such as joey
pouches and bat wraps. The response
was so huge that most of the guild’s
needs have now been met – you can
keep up to date via its Facebook group .
However, there are still other ways
we can help out wildlife charities. How
about putting your hook into action and
hosting a fundraising crafternoon? The
World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF)
has launched a Bushfire Emergency
Fund (support.wwf.org.uk/australia-
bushfires) for urgent support to care for
and knit Crying Koala Hat (find it
on Simy’s Studio on Ravelry) to
Zoos Victoria, while Wool Couture
(woolcouturecompany.com) is giving
proceeds of its knit koala hat to the
WWF bushfire appeal. And Christina
Hadderingh (A Spoonful of Yarn)
is donating ¤1.50 of sales of her
Eucalyptus Wrap (on Etsy and Ravelry)
to WIRES wildlife rescue organisation.
From our own corner of the planet,
we can also show our support by
being mindful about climate change.
In Australia, artist Naomi Bulger has
designed an envelope template for her
newsletter subscribers to colour in and
spread hope, featuring much-loved
Australian flora and fauna (download

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injured wildlife, and after the fires clear, it at naomiloves.com/newsletter). As
to restore homes by planting trees for makers, we can hook up re-usable

IDA’S HOUSE koalas and other wildlife.

Or why not check out designers’
face scrubbies and shoppers, and
add some eco-friendly yarns to our
➻ Jayne went from customer to fundraising patterns? Scheepjes is stash. It’s amazing how a bit of crafty
owner when she took over Ida’s donating profits of its cute crochet goodness can go a long way.
House in Surrey, three years ago.
“We run classes every week so
customers know that if they invest in
a project they can come to a session
and get any advice they need,” says
Jayne. She stocks Rico, Stylecraft
and Sirdar plus a large selection of
indie-dyed skeins and British yarn,
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MID-WALES EXTRAVAGANZA!
➻ Join in the fun and celebrate all that’s
great about wool and natural fibres at the
brilliant Wonderwool Wales, on 25 and
26 April, at the Royal Welsh Showground,
Builth Wells. Feast your eyes on fantastic
goods on sale at over 200 stalls, and
book your space on one of the popular
Woolschool workshops. We’re excited
about the variety of ways to get creative
with wool and fibres. Needle felt your
own bee button or brooch, try macramé
using recycled cotton cord, or design a
W E LOVE …
The next best thing to a walk through a tropical
rainforest or botanical garden? Gazing at Lana Bou’s
gorgeous, shiny stitch markers. The set is made up of
four leaves and succulents in luscious green shades.
£5, www.lanaboushop.com
collage using felt and kantha stitch. Use
Tunisian intarsia to make a mug rug or
plant coaster, or whip up a rustic framed
wall hanging using hand-spun yarns…
and much more! Find special exhibitions,
demos, have-a-go sessions, and the fun
Sheepwalk catwalk. Plus, see creations
from Jourdan Williams and Daisy Fay Ray,
graduates from the BA Textiles course at
Carmarthen School of Art. Open 10am to
5.30pm (4.30pm Sunday), day tickets £10.
www.wonderwoolwales.co.uk
Must have
➻ We are coveting one of these roll-top
bags, beautifully crafted by Nu Shearman
of Hide & Hammer in the Cotswolds.
Choose from six gorgeous colours –
mustard, berry, dark blue, black, grey
or green. The bags are made of water
resistant canvas (just remove the handle
to wash them) and have a stud closure or
buckle. Plus, there are internal pockets for
your notions and hook. The roll top folds
down to make a bucket so you can hook
away on the bus, in a class, in the park…
£65, www.hideandhammer.co.uk
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✽ SATURDAY 21 MARCH Don’t Miss!
YORKSHIRE YARN FEST
Come along to a fantastic, friendly yarn
festival in Yorkshire, brimming with
gorgeous yarn and accessories to buy
from wonderful exhibitors. Please note
the location has changed to Poppleton
Centre, Main St, Nether Poppleton,
York YO26 6JT. 11am–4pm, free entry.
Follow on Instagram @yorkshireyarnfest.
www.yorkshireyarnfest.com
✽ 2–4 APRIL
THE CRAFT 4
CRAFTERS SHOW
Visit an amazing collection of craft
businesses, displays, textile artists,
workshops, make & takes and competitions.
With stands over two floors, new workshop
rooms and larger cafes, you’ll be in
crafting heaven! Held at the Bath & West
Showground at Shepton Mallet, Somerset.
www.craft4crafters.co.uk
✽ 18 & 19 APRIL
SPRING INTO WOOL
This show is packed with yarny joy and
colour! It’s held at the bright and airy
Grammar School in Leeds with lots of
seating, free parking and a great cafeteria.
Find 90 wonderful exhibitors from all over
Britain, covering crochet and knitting,
felting, weaving, spinning and dyeing. Book
onto a workshop, and meet the guilds and
associations. 10am–4pm, tickets £4 to £7.
www.springintowool.co.uk
✽ 16 & 17 MAY
WOOL @J13
Join in a celebration of all things woolly,
just off Junction 13 of the M6, in Penkridge,
Staffordshire! Meet passionate exhibitors
and fill your bag with brilliant crafting
goodies. Enjoy a stimulating programme of
workshops and demos, a stash swap, sheep
shearing displays, live music, street food
and more! Advance day tickets £5.50.
www.wool-j13.uk
WORKSHOPS
✽ SATURDAY 4 APRIL
LEARN TO CROCHET
This class with Rowan tutor Gina Couch
covers a variety of stitches (foundation
chain, double crochet, treble crochet) and
techniques (how to hold hook and yarn,
working in the round, turning chains and
pattern reading), so you can make a flower,
and coaster or granny square. 10am–4pm,
£54.95, including yarn and lunch.
www.blacksheepwools.com
✽ 3–5 APRIL
CRAFTER’S RETREAT
The first three-day Crafter’s Retreat is
taking place with Karen Holland and
Jennie Rainsford of The Craft Barn, Ali
Reeve of Stamps Away, and Mark Vardy
of Silvar Design, in Lechlade-on-Thames.
There will be workshops in mixed media,
enamelling, hand stitching, block printing,
paint techniques, book binding, lampshade
making, stamping, mosaics and more. £149.
www.craftersretreats.co.uk
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handmade bracelets by Sungi Verhaar.
“I love natural materials like gemstones,
freshwater pearls, sterling silver and
gold beads,” says Sungi, who also adores
adding sweet charms and roses. Sungi
lives in a village in the Netherlands with
her husband and two daughters and
used to work as a nurse. She now makes
jewellery, teaches nursing part time and
does face painting with Ellen Deckers
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Hand-dyer
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➻ We could drink in the glorious
colour variations in these beautiful
hand-dyed yarns from Tananayarns
all day! (Latest crush: Maracuya/
passion fruit, above.) This magical
alchemy is all down to crocheter
and knitter Maria, who also runs the
Lola & Punto shop with her husband
and mother in Granada, Spain. The
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CROCH E T
EN TR EPR EN EU R S
We chat with Sara Mulvey of Black Sheep
Wools about life in the family business.
www.blacksheepwools.com
Sara took on Black Sheep Wools with
her brother Stephen, 35 years after their
mum, a lifelong knitter, opened the first
shop. Sara lives with her husband Matt,
two daughters and two dogs a few
minutes from the shop, in the village of
Culcheth in Cheshire. “I love not having
to commute. In my previous life I had to
spend at least an hour in the car to get to
work,” says Sara, who was in advertising
and media sales for almost 20 years.
Black Sheep Wools has always been a
family business. “When my mum opened
our first shop in 1983 it was a great
success and she quickly went on to open
more. At one point we had six shops and
a couple of market stalls. Stephen began
working with her very early on and I
joined him nine years ago. Our mum and
dad are now retired, but they’re still the
first port of call for any advice!”
Sara is a self-confessed yarn addict.
“I definitely get my love of yarn from my
mum, and also my grandma. She was
the most phenomenal knitter; I still have
garments she made for me over 30 years
ago! Knitting is something I’ve always
done, and I taught myself to crochet
seven years ago. I love the potential in
each ball of yarn,” enthuses Sara.
“We have so much choice at the shop.
If you love a bit of luxury, Fyberspates is
perfect. We’ve just introduced Vivacious
DK and it’s flying out of the shop. We
are a Rowan flagship store and have a
beautiful Rowan section with their yarns
and books. We also stock a huge range
of Stylecraft and Scheepjes and their
yarns are always in our top five sellers.
With regards to notions I’m a huge fan
of Fripperies & Bibelots stitch markers,
they are completely snag proof!”
Black Sheep Wools runs popular
workshops too. “We use lots of different
tutors, many of whom we have worked
with for years. Jane Crowfoot visits once
a year, Carol Meldrum, Juliet Bernard
and many more.”
Sara is also very proud of the Craft
Barn. “It’s our biggest achievement. It
has a great feel. I love nothing more than
seeing new friendships formed over yarn
and a cup of tea. It’s my happy place and
lots of other people’s too.”
Sara is passionate about keeping yarn
shops alive. “A big challenge is the rise of
the internet retailer and the discounting
that they do. We sell great quality
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Studio Linen Lana Grossa
About Berlin Chilly

Lang Yarns
Canapa

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PLANTING AN IDEA
Perfect for spring makes in every way, try out a plant-based yarn.

Scheepjes Mighty
68% cotton/32% jute • 50g/80m/87yds • £2.49 from www.woolwarehouse.co.uk
A clever new yarn released by Scheepjes that has the strength of jute – making it perfect for planters,
macramé-style crochet, coasters and shoppers – but combined with cotton, making it soft to work with.
The crocheted fabric has the look of jute fibre and 11 natural shades open up stylish design possibilities.

Lang Yarns Canapa

100% hemp • 25g/80m/87yds • £4.99 from www.lovecrafts.com
An unusual yarn made from hemp plant fibre, crocheting with this gives a real sense of how sturdy it is,
Leaf pattern adapted from Millie Masterton’s Ruby & Custard’s Crochet book

but using a 3mm or 3.5mm hook and open stitches results in a fabric with a lovely drape, similar to linen,
and with a soft feel, perfect for summer garments. Eight natural colours each have a textured dye finish.

Wool and the Gang Tina Tape Yarn

100% Lyocell • 100g/150m/164yds • £10.50 from www.woolandthegang.com

products at great prices and are experts Made from plant fibre sustainably sourced from eucalyptus trees, using renewable energy and eco-
friendly dyes, Tina Tape is special because of how very soft it feels. With a tape construction and using a
in our field but yarn shops are closing. suggested 8mm hook, give it a try for silky soft, drapey summer garments that are light and airy to wear
We need bricks and mortar yarn shops – or tighter construction bags and accessories. It’s available in 17 gorgeous colourways.
to keep the craft thriving. Please, please,
please support your local yarn shop!” Erika Knight Studio Linen
85% recycled rayon linen/15% linen • 50g/120m/131yds • £6.80 from www.laughinghens.com
Sara says she finds it easy to stay
This blend of recycled and premium linen is available in 20 beautiful shades reminiscent of faded blooms,
motivated. “I genuinely love what I do. denim and hazy summer days, making it a great choice for on-trend summer projects. Cool to wear, light
It isn’t work, it’s part of me. If I’m having as a feather and with a natural drape, for a special garment or shawl, Studio Linen is an excellent choice.
a bad day (which isn’t very often) my
brother is always around to pick me up Lana Grossa About Berlin Chilly
100% linen • 50g/95m/104yds • £6.80 from www.lovecrafts.com
and I hope I do the same for him.” From fashion yarn brand Lana Grossa, this linen ribbon yarn has a lightweight chain construction that
What does Sara enjoy when she’s feels light and airy when crocheted up on the suggested 6mm or 7mm hook. Available in 14 bright,
not working? “I crochet and knit!” she summery colours, it’s an easy crochet that would make a really lovely summer top.
laughs. “Honestly, it’s what I do when I
get any spare time. I try to do a couple
of hours every day. If I don’t knit I really
feel out of sorts. But I also love cooking. @jwcrochetnl
I catch up with everyone when I get
home and lock myself away for half an
hour with the radio and make something
lovely for dinner. I also love walking our Congratulations to Conny Willems
two dogs, Poppy and Jasper across the who wowed us with her fantastic
fields,” says Sara. “I’m a real old movie version of Alexa Boonstra’s
Gingerbread Ginny from issue 119.
fan too, I love 1940s and 1950s films. I’m
Conny wins a 12-month digital
re-watching Hitchcock’s films; I did Film subscription! To be in with a chance of
Studies as part of my degree and have winning, share your recent makes from
been hooked on this era ever since!” the magazine on Instagram using the
hashtag #myinsidecrochet and
What’s on the horizon for Sara? “My tag us @insidecrochet
hopes are that I might finish some of my
WIPs – I have too many to count!”

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Dotty over you Totally tropical Garden study

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It’s easy to add a green touch to any room
with this trio of beautiful little ceramic
hanging planters in pretty toning glazes.
www.annabeljames.co.uk
£99
Take the hot seat to paradise in this fun
dining chair, featuring a lush monstera and
palm print velvet fabric.
www.cultfurniture.com
£15
Nature-lovers will be delighted with
this jug for their breakfast table, or
to display flowers gathered on walks.
www.giselagraham.co.uk

SPRING GROWTH
Green up your living space with beautiful botanical-inspired accents.

Coffee on the go
£8.95
We love the colour combos of these
eco-friendly bamboo travel mugs.
www.trouva.com
Retro pop
£25
Cheer up the kitchen with a classic
Orla Kiely flower print storage jar.
uk.wildandwolf.com

Inspired?
Statement display Hook up Cassie
Amber vase, £32, bud vases, £12.50 Ward's tulip red Tropical wonderland
Create a stunning table centrepiece with a Townhouse Sweater £29.95
cluster of glass vases filled with greenery. from issue 121 Step into a magical realm with this
We love their shapes and colours. panther and rainforest print cushion.
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BOOKS
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WE REVIEW NEW AND EXCITING RELEASES Pollevie Style

Ellen Deckers
Livres de Louise, £25 • US terminology

➻ We’re big fans of Ellen

Deckers’ freeform, creative
crochet, and this book is
brimming with colourful
inspiration! She begins with
patterns for things like a
cardigan, cushion and shawl, then later
chapters allow you to embellish them with
motifs including flowers, a swan, Frida Kahlo
face, tiger and more! The book also comes
with a section of pages you cut into strips
to mix and match parts of different designs.
This book is a wonderful choice for anyone
looking to expand their crochet style.

Sweet Crochet Friends

Khuc Cay
TUVA Publishing, £14.99 • US terminology

➻ Nothing brings a smile

Turn to page 84
to our faces quite like
to make the pretty adorable amigurumi, and this
plant holders
collection of 16 sweet designs
is a hit! Filled with quirky
personality, patterns range
from Anna the Little Bunny Girl, complete
with dungarees, pigtails and a bunny ear
hat, to Bobbi Puppy, with his co-ordinating
bow tie and hat, Toto Raccoon, in a stylish
striped jumper and Lulu Otter, clutching a
hard-won fish. Pick of the bunch though has
to be Cocola the Koala, heading out to sea
in a natty striped sailor top. There’s a full
introduction to crochet included too, with
Fair Isle Crochet clear illustrations and colour photographs.

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loops only to avoid the stitches skewing to one side as they stack up. Then it’s on loop stitch jacket and floral poncho, there’s
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 matt
farci
Matt reflects on the pleasure he gets from caring for his plants and
watching them grow, and similarly for his crochet designs.
n tribute, enjoy creating his cute succulent.
MATT FARCI, DESIGNER
Matt enjoys working on bright crochet
projects and nibbling on Jammy Dodgers.
Find him over at www.boyandbunting.com
or on Instagram @boyandbunting.
Love and nurture
One of the things that I love about design ing
crochet projects, is the creative process that is
involved. From in itial idea all of the way
through to completing and ador ing your
finished project. Not to mention all of the
lovely steps in between, like choosing yarn,
playing around with the stitches, fibres and
colours, explor ing what works (and what
doesn’t) and finally throwing a whole lot of
love into your idea as you watch it develop and
grow. It’s a process that never gets old to me.
I was contemplating the design process for
m y crochet projects as I got stuck into th is
m onth’s piece, a per fectly jolly am igur um i
succu lent (if I say so m yself). I noticed the
sim ilar ities to the piece I was creating and
the love and at tention that goes into taking
care of and nur tur ing a real-life plant.
You see, I’m a keen plantsm an and always
have been. I have always loved growing
th ings from watercress to pot ted m oney
plants. I was fascin ated at school when we
were shown how to ger m in ate a bean in a
jam jar with just som e damp kitchen paper.
Gen ius!
With my love for growing things learned at
an early age, it’s been a hobby that I’ve carr ied
into my adulthood. I’ve always m ade a point
of adapting my living circum stances to m ake
the most of the space for not on ly my crafting
but also for my plant fetish.
In the past I’ve loved growing an
assor tment of vegetables in the garden or on
the balcony, planting clem atises to climb the
walls of my outside space and feeling giddy
with excitement as they flowered. I would
m ar vel at the development they would m ake
from day to day and when they revealed the
treasure that was their br ight and bold
patterns magnificently designed by nature, I’d
practically squeal in delight!
Currently, in my flat in London, I have
adorned ever y spare inch of windowsill space
with something green. Luckily my flatmate
shares the same love for botan ics as I do and
so between us, we have quite the collection.
Current favour ites of ours are our growing
collection of avocado plants along with some
acorns that we are growing in jars, some day
to become m ighty oaks!
 Succulent Friends

MATERIALS Rnd 1: 1ch, 6dc in ring – 6dc.

● Scheepjes Catona,
100% cotton,
10g/25m/27yds
Yarn A: Root Beer 157 x 1 ball
Yarn D: Tulip 222 x 1 ball
● Scheepjes Catona, 100%
cotton, 50g/125m/137yds
Yarn B: Baby Blue 509 x 1 ball
Yarn C: Emerald 515 x 1 ball
● 2.5mm hook
● Small amount of black
embroidery floss
● Toy stuffing
● Yarn needle
● Two safety eyes, 8mm/¼in
I enjoy growing avocados for several
reasons, the first being I love avocados, they TENSION
are yum my! The second it’s just a fun project. Exact tension is not important for
I enjoy the process of washing the stone (once this project.
I’ve eaten all of the flesh) and suspending it
half im mersed in water with some toothpicks. MEASUREMENTS
Checking on its development is so exciting and Succulent is approximately
because it’s not yet potted you get to watch the 25cm/9¾in high.
development of the roots as well as the stalk!
I find the whole process so very exciting, SOIL
planting a seed and seeing what it turns into. START Work in the round
Giving it what it needs in ter m s of water, soil without joining using
and nutrients. Above all though, I’ve found the amigurumi method.
most impor tant ingredients for a thr iving Using yarn A make an
plant are: attention, energy and love, much adjustable ring.
like a good crochet project.
Along with adm ir ing the progress my plants
make, I’m always fascinated by the shapes that
they create as they grow and also the colours
that appear. These shapes and colours are a
m assive inspiration to my crochet design work.
If ever I’m stuck for an idea, I can guarantee
that I’ll find masses of inspiration in a flower, or
a plant for that matter. Whether it be a colour
combination or some insanely intricate
geometric pattern. It will be beautiful regardless
W
Rnd 2: 2dc in each dc around
– 12dc.
Rnd 3: [2dc in next dc, 1dc]
around –18dc.
Rnd 4: [2dc in next dc, 2dc]
around – 24dc.
Rnd 5: [2dc in next dc, 3dc]
around – 30dc.
Rnd 6: [2dc in next dc, 4dc]
around – 36dc.
Rnd 7: [2dc in next dc, 5dc]
around – 42dc.
Rnd 8: [2dc in next dc, 6dc]
around – 48dc.
Rnd 9: [2dc in next dc, 7dc]
around – 54dc.
Rnd 10: [2dc in next dc, 8dc]
around – 60dc.
Fasten off and weave in ends.
PLANT POT
Using yarn B make an
adjustable ring.
Work Rnds 1–10 as for Soil.
Rnd 11: Dc blo in each dc
around.
Rnds 12–30: Dc around.
Place safety eyes between
Rnds 22 & 23, with 10 sts
between each eye.

and what better source of inspiration than

or

something created by nature itself.

I hope you enjoy this month’s make! I’m off
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Rnd 31: Dc blo in each dc
around.
Rnd 32: Dc around passing
hook through sts of previous rnd
and into final rnd of Soil piece,
stuffing as you go.
Rnds 33–41: Dc around.
Rnd 42: Dc around passing
through sts of previous rnd and
rem flo of Rnd 31, to join brim
of pot.
Fasten off and weave in ends.

LARGE LEAVES
Make six
Using yarn C make an
adjustable ring.
Rnd 1: 1ch, 6dc in ring – 6dc.
Rnd 2: Dc around.
Rnd 3: [2dc in next dc, 1dc]
around – 9dc.
Rnd 4: Dc around.
Rnd 5: [2dc in next dc, 2dc] Fasten off leaving a 15cm/6in adjustable ring. CHEEKS
around – 12dc. tail to sew. Rnd 1: 1ch, 6dc in ring – 6dc. Make two
Rnd 6: Dc around. Rnd 2: Dc around. Using yarn D make an
Rnd 7: [2dc in next dc, 3dc] CENTRE SPIKE Rnd 3: 2dc in each dc around adjustable ring.
around – 15dc. SPIKE BASE – 12dc. Rnd 1: 1ch, 6dc in ring, sl st to
Rnd 8: Dc around –15dc Using yarn C make an Rnd 4: Dc around. first st to join – 6dc.
Rnd 9: [2dc in next dc, 4dc] adjustable ring. Rnd 5: [2dc in next dc, 1dc] Rnd 3: 1ch, 2dc in each dc around,
around – 18dc. Rnd 1: 1ch, 6dc in ring around – 18dc. sl st to first st to join – 12dc.
Rnds 10–15: Dc around. – 6dc. Rnd 6: Dc around. Fasten off.
Rnd 16: [Dc2tog, 4dc] around Rnd 2: 2dc in each dc around Rnd 7: [2dc in next dc, 2dc]
– 15dc. – 12dc. around – 24dc. FINISHING
Fasten off leaving a 15cm/6in tail Rnd 3: [2dc in next dc, 1dc] Rnd 8: Dc around. Sew Large Leaves to soil about
to sew. around – 18dc. Rnd 9: [2dc in next dc, 3dc] 1cm/½in from brim join.
Rnd 4: [2dc in next dc, 2dc] around – 30dc. With a smaller total circumference,
SMALL LEAVES around – 24dc. Rnd 10: Dc around. sew Small Leaves to Soil.
Make six Rnd 5: [2dc in next dc, 3dc] Rnd 11: Dc around passing hook Sew Spike to top of Soil.
Work as for Large Leaves to end around – 30dc. through sts of previous rnd and Sew Cheeks to front of pot and
of Rnd 7. Fasten off. final rnd of Spike Base to join, with a small amount of embroidery
Rnds 8–13: Dc around – 15dc. stuffing as you go. floss sew a cute smiley
Rnd 14: [Dc2tog, 3dc] around SPIKE Fasten off leaving 25cm/9¾in tail mouth. Weave in any END
– 12dc. Using yarn C make an for sewing. remaining ends.

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by Linda Skuja
Using Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK
Pattern page 38

Spring into the new season with our beautiful botanical crochet…
PHOTOGRAPHS KIRSTEN MAVRIC STYLING CLAIRE MONTGOMERIE
HAIR AND MAKE-UP NICKI HENBREY
Floral fancies
Vernal Sweater
by Joanne Scrace
Using Stolen Stitches
Nua Sportweight
Pattern page 41
Layered Leaves Shawl
by Hayley Joanne Robinson
Using Lana Grossa Shades of Cotton Linen
Pattern page 67

First Buds Of Spring Jacket

by Theodora Burrow
Using King Cole Bamboo Cotton DK
Pattern page 54
 Botanical Wrap
by Claire Montgomerie
Using Debbie Bliss Baby
Cashmerino and MillaMia
Naturally Soft Merino
Pattern page 44

Tulip Scarf
by Helda Panagary
Using Isager Highland Wool
Pattern page 58
Angles Cowl & Mitts
by Alessandra Poggiagliolmi
Using Paintbox Yarns
Wool Mix Chunky
Pattern page 56

Leaf Yoke Sweater

by Linda Modderman
Using Hoooked Somen
Pattern page 50
Botanical Hap
by Jacinta Bowie
Using Paintbox Yarns
Cotton DK
Pattern page 64
This season brings a celebration of retro. For the daring, hot pants are
back along with street-style bra tops, while Bermuda shorts and balloon-
sleeve blouses are the chic alternative. Midi dresses are having a moment,
while crochet, earth-toned prints and floppy hats add a boho vibe.

Spring/ Su m m er 20 20

TRENDS Flared print trousers,

River Island

Lola Skye retro print

blouson dress,
£35, Dorothy Perkins

Flared print trousers,

River Island

Paisley wide leg trousers,

£18, F&F

Floral jumpsuit, £59,

Chevron patched floral
Marks & Spencer
pleated midi dress,
£79.50, Oliver Bonas

Inspired?
Try the Twiggy Dress
designed by Cassie Ward
in issue 122

Re tro prin ts
For this season’s hottest prints, think 60s and 70s curtains and wallpaper. From ditsy florals to Tiered tunic dress,
£29.99, Zara
retro geo and swirly abstracts in clashy colours that shouldn’t work together, yet really do!
– this season’s dresses strike notes ranging from full-on psychedelic to laid-back boho.

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 Tiered mix print
midi dress,
£40, V by Very
Inspired? Tiered floral skirt,
Try the Cinnamon £32, Cotton Traders
Raffia Hat designed by
Sam Hermes in issue 116

Tie rs
For those who can’t resist a twirly frock, light, voluminous tiered creations were a hit on
the catwalks. Super feminine, a tiered dress, skirt or even shirt is a gorgeously grown-up
way to rock frills, plus they dress up and down surprisingly well.

Stone belted maxi skirt,

£16, Primark

High neck mid dress,

£22, George at Asda

Lace tiered smock dress,

£27.99, New Look

Blush lace tiered skirt,

£55, Miss Selfridge Green leopard print
tiered shirt dress,
£69, Sosandar

Lace tiered smock dress,

£27.99, New Look

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 Coral chunky knit
short cardigan,
£49.50, Fat Face

Sonder Studio duster coat,

£75, M&Co

Bloomsbury print dress, Balloon sleeve

£75, Oliver Bonas knitted jumper,
£30, Miss Selfridge

Cream woven tasseled bag,

£12, TU at Sainsbury’s

Inspired?
Try the Bubblegum Shawl
designed by Helda Panagary
in issue 113

Pussy bow ruffle blouse,

£38, Lipsy

Zimmermann Bonita
crochet-trimmed
floral-print linen
midi dress,
£630, net-a-porter.com

Lilac shirt,
£25.99, Zara

P re tty pa s te ls
Pale and interesting, spring’s pastels provide the perfect counterpoint
to the high summer brights. Look for delicate crochet details, pretty
prints and textured knits to add impact to a muted look.

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 Wooden and crochet
bead necklace by
Mon Bijou-French, £13.15,
Cro ch e t o n th e catw a lk
thedesigngiftshop.com From Alexander McQueen dresses to Dior bra tops and
Yellow crochet even crochet trainers from Jil Sander, we’ve seen Marni,
triangle bikini top, Missoni, Salvatore Ferragamo, Gabriela Hearst, Jonathan
£5, Primark
Simkhai, Giambattista Valli and Prada parading crochet
pieces on the catwalk this season.

Hot pink jacket, All available from

Next matchesfashion.com

Colville floral crochet

midi dress, £1,290
Green mini bag,
£19, Next

Alexander McQueen
Lime crop jeans,
frilled neck, crochet-lace,
£26, JD Williams
cotton-blend dress,
£2,290

Pointelle stitch jumper,

£55, Oliver Bonas
Shirred waist
tiered maxi dress,
£40, V by Very

Giambattista Valli
bibbed floral-crochet
silk blouse, £1,390
Missoni cape back
metallic crochet
knit dress, £1,620

Button front
yellow culottes,
£16, TU at Sainsbury’s
Inspired?
Try the Cityscape Clutch
designed by
Gurinder Hatchard
in issue 121

Bo ld a n d brigh t
If wearing fluorescent socks in the 80s is something of a bad fashion memory for you, then you
may wish to avoid this season’s big impact highlighter hues. But opting for one neon bright
accessory is a more wearable nod to the trend, or opt for some of this summer’s citrus shades.

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BEGINNER EASY INTERMEDIATE ADVANCED

Gre e n h o u s e Ve rn al Bo tan ical Le af Yo ke Firs t Bu ds Tu lip

Cro p To p Sw e ate r W rap Sw e ate r Of Sprin g Scarf
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Eco Bo tan ical Laye re d Le ave s Ake le j Raffia

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➻ MAKE IT Pattern instructions

MATERIALS
● Paintbox Yarns Cotton
DK, 100% cotton,
50g/125m/137yds
Shade: Vintage Pink 456
x 7 (8, 9, 10) balls
● 4.5mm hook
● Yarn needle

YARN ALTERNATIVES
You can use any DK weight
cotton to achieve a similar effect.

TENSION
Work 16tr and 11 rows to
measure 10 x 10cm/4 x 4in using
4.5mm hook, or size required to
obtain tension.

DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY
Linda is a textile designer who
designs crochet clothing and
accessories. Find more inspiration
on her website www.lindaskuja.
com and @elevenhandmade
on Instagram.

PATTERN NOTES
The top consists of four panels.
The shoulder part is worked on
two panels. Two centre seams
and two side seams are sewn.
The top is designed to fit with up
to 45 (35, 25, 15)cm/18 (14, 10,
6)in positive ease.

PANEL
START Make four
With 4.5mm hook,
66 (70, 74, 78)ch.
Row 1: 1tr in fourth ch from
hook, 1tr in each of next 1 (5, 9,
13) ch, miss next ch, *2tr in next
ch, 2ch, 2tr in next ch, 4ch, miss
next 7 ch, 3dtr in next ch, 3ch,
3dtr in next ch, 4ch, miss next
7ch; rep from * twice more, 2tr in
next ch, 2ch, 2tr in next ch, miss
next ch, 1tr in each of next 3 ch,

Gre e n h o u s e Cro p To p turn – 81 (85, 89, 93) sts.

Row 2: 3ch, 2tr, *miss next 2tr,
BY LINDA SKUJA (2tr, 2ch, 2tr) in next ch-sp, 2ch,
miss next (2tr, ch-sp), 2tr in next
The oversized boxy crop top will look great with high dtr, 1tr in next dtr, 2tr in next
dtr, 2ch, miss next ch, 1tr in next
waisted pants or your favourite linen dress.
ch, 2ch, miss next ch, 2tr in next
dtr, 1tr in next dtr, 2tr in next dtr,
2ch, miss next 4ch-sp; rep from
* twice more, miss next 2tr, (2tr,
ADD TO THE STASH 2ch, 2tr) into next ch-sp, miss
Buy this great value yarn from
next 2tr, 3 (7, 11, 15) tr, turn
www.lovecrafts.com
– 87 (91, 95, 99)sts
Row 3: 3ch, 2 (6, 10, 14)tr, *miss
next 2 tr, (2tr, 2ch, 2tr) in next
ch-sp, 1ch, miss 2 tr and ch-sp,

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 15¼ (16½, 17½, 18½)in 4cm/1½in
39 (42, 44.5, 47)cm

Neck opening
36 (38.5, 41, 43.5)cm
14 (15, 16, 17)in

Seam along red lines

tr2tog, 1tr, tr2tog, 3ch, miss next
ch-sp, 3tr in next tr, 3ch, miss next
ch-sp, tr2tog, 1tr in next tr, tr2tog,
1ch, miss next ch-sp; rep from *
twice more, miss next 2 tr, (2tr,
2ch, 2tr) in next ch-sp, miss next
2 tr, 3tr, turn – 81 (85, 89, 93) sts.
Row 4: 3ch, 2tr, miss next 2 tr,
(2tr, 2ch, 2tr) in next ch-sp, 1ch,
miss 2 tr and ch-sp, tr3tog, 3ch,
miss next ch-sp, 2tr in next tr, 1tr,
2tr in next tr, 3ch, miss next ch-
sp, tr3tog, 1ch, miss next ch-sp,
*miss next 2 tr, (2tr, 2ch, 2tr) in
next ch-sp, 1ch, miss 2 tr and
1 ch-sp, tr3tog over next 3 sts,
3ch, miss next ch-sp, 1tr in next
tr, 3ch, miss next tr, 1tr in next tr,
3ch, miss next ch-sp, tr3tog over
next 3 sts, 1ch, miss next ch-sp;
rep from * once more, miss next
2 tr, (2tr, 2ch, 2tr) in next ch-sp,
miss next 2 tr, 3tr, turn – 75 (79,
83, 87) sts.

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Row 5: 3ch, 2tr, miss next 2 tr,
*(2tr, 2ch, 2tr) in next ch-sp, 4ch,
miss (2 tr, 1ch-sp, 1tr, ch-sp),
3tr in next tr, 3ch, miss next
ch-sp, 3tr in next tr, 4ch, miss
next (1ch-sp, 1tr, 1ch-sp, 2tr);
rep from * once more, (2tr, 2ch,
2tr) in next ch-sp, 5ch, miss next
(2tr, ch-sp, tr, ch-sp), tr2tog, 1tr,
tr2tog, 5ch, miss next (ch-sp, tr,
ch-sp, 2tr), (2tr, 2ch, 2tr) in next
ch-sp, miss next 2 tr, 3tr, turn
– 77 (81, 85, 89) sts.
Row 6: 3ch, 2tr, miss next 2 tr,
(2tr, 2ch, 2tr) in next ch-sp, 6ch,
miss (2 tr, 1ch-sp), tr3tog, 6ch,
miss (1ch-sp and 2 tr), *(2tr, 2ch,
2tr) in next ch-sp, 2ch, miss (2 tr
and 1ch-sp), 2tr in next tr, 1tr, 2tr
in next tr, 2ch, miss next ch, 1tr
in next ch, 2ch, miss next ch, 2tr
in next tr, 1tr, 2tr in next tr, 2ch,
miss next (1ch-sp and 2tr); rep
from * once more, (2tr, 2ch, 2tr)
in next ch-sp, miss next 2 tr, 3tr,
turn – 81 (85, 89, 93) sts.
Row 7: 3ch, 2tr, miss next 2 tr,
*(2tr, 2ch, 2tr) in next ch-sp, 2ch,
miss (2 tr and 1ch-sp), tr2tog, 1tr,
tr2tog, 3ch, miss next ch-sp, 3tr
in next tr, 3ch, miss next ch-sp,
tr2tog, 1tr, tr2tog, 2ch, miss next
(1ch-sp and 2tr); rep from * once
more, (2tr, 2ch, 2tr) in next ch-sp,
miss next 2 tr, 1tr in each of next
5 ch, tr3tog, 1tr in each of next
5 ch, 2tr, 1tr in next ch-sp, 5tr,
turn – 78 (82, 86, 90) sts.
Row 8: 3ch, 18tr, miss next 2 tr,
(2tr, 2ch, 2tr) in next ch-sp, 1ch,
miss next (2tr, ch-sp), tr3tog, 3ch,
miss next ch-sp, 2tr in next tr, 1tr,
2tr in next tr, 3ch, miss next ch-
sp, tr3tog, 1ch, miss next (ch-sp,
2tr), (2tr, 2ch, 2tr) in next ch-sp,
1ch, miss next (2tr, ch-sp), tr3tog,
3ch, miss next ch-sp, 1tr in next
tr, 3ch, miss next tr, 1tr in next tr,
3ch, miss next ch-sp, tr3tog, 1ch,
miss next (ch-sp, 2tr), (2tr, 2ch,
2tr) in next ch-sp, miss next 2 tr,
3tr, turn – 70 (74, 78, 82) sts.
Row 9: 3ch, 2tr, miss next 2 tr,
(2tr, 2ch, 2tr) in next ch-sp, 4ch,
miss next (2 tr, 1ch-sp, 1 tr and
1ch-sp), 3tr in next tr, 3ch, miss
next 3 ch, 3tr in next tr, 4ch, miss
next (1ch-sp, 1 tr, 1ch-sp and
2 tr), (2tr, 2ch, 2tr) in next ch-sp,
5ch, miss next (2 tr, 1ch-sp, 1 tr
and 1ch-sp), tr2tog, 1tr, tr2tog,
5ch, miss next (1ch-sp, 1 tr,
1 ch-sp and 2 tr), (2tr, 2ch, 2tr) in
next ch-sp, miss next 2 tr, 19tr,
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10
8
6
4
2
turn – 70 (74, 78, 82) sts.
Row 10: 3ch, 18tr, miss next
2 tr, (2tr, 2ch, 2tr) in next ch-sp,
6ch, miss next (2tr, ch-sp), tr3tog,
6ch, miss next (ch-sp, 2tr), (2tr,
2ch, 2tr) in next ch-sp, 2ch, miss
next (2tr, ch-sp), 2tr in next tr,
1tr, 2tr in next tr, 2ch, miss next
1 ch, 1tr in next ch, 2ch, miss
next 1 ch, 2tr in next tr, 1tr, 2tr
in next tr, 2ch, miss next (ch-sp,
2tr), (2tr, 2ch, 2tr) in next ch-sp,
miss next 2 tr, 3tr, turn – 72 (76,
80, 84) sts.
Row 11: 3ch, 2tr, miss next 2 tr,
(2tr, 2ch, 2tr) in next ch-sp, 2ch,
miss next (2tr, ch-sp), tr2tog, 1tr
in next tr, tr2tog, 3ch, miss next
ch-sp, 3tr in next tr, 3ch, miss
next ch-sp, tr2tog, 1tr, tr2tog,
2ch, miss next (ch-sp, 2tr), (2tr,
2ch, 2tr) in next ch-sp, miss next
2 tr, 1tr in each of next 5 ch,
tr3tog, 1tr in each of next 5 ch,
1tr in next 2 tr, 1tr in next ch-sp,
21tr, turn – 69 (73, 77, 81) sts.
Row 12: 3ch, 34tr, miss next 2
tr, (2tr, 2ch, 2tr) in next ch-sp,
1ch, miss next (2tr, ch-sp), tr3tog,
3ch, miss next ch-sp, 2tr in next
tr, 1tr, 2tr in next tr, 3ch, miss
S/M
ACTUAL BUST 144
56¾
LENGTH 43
17
11
9
7
5
3
1
chain stitch
next ch-sp, tr3tog, 1ch, miss next treble crochet (tr)
(ch-sp, 2tr), (2tr, 2ch, 2tr) in next
double treble crochet (dtr)
ch-sp, miss next 2 tr, 3tr, turn
– 65 (69, 73, 77) sts.
Row 13: 3ch, 2tr, miss next 2 tr,
(2tr, 2ch, 2tr) in next ch-sp, 5ch, 6 tr] five (six, six, seven) times, 3tr
miss next (ch-sp, 1 tr, ch-sp), in next tr, 3ch, miss next 4 tr, 2tr,
tr2tog, 1tr, tr2tog, 5ch, miss next turn – 41 (48, 48, 55) sts.
(ch-sp, 1 tr, ch-sp, 2 tr), (2tr, 2ch, Row 2: 3ch, 1tr, 2ch, miss next
2tr) in next ch-sp, miss next 2 tr, ch-sp, *2tr in next tr, 1tr, 2tr in
35tr, turn – 63 (67, 71, 75) sts. next tr, 2ch, miss next ch-sp; rep
Row 14: 3ch, 34tr, miss next 2 tr, from * three (four, four, five)
(2tr, 2ch, 2tr) in next ch-sp, 6ch, more times, 2tr, turn – 41 (48,
miss next (2tr, ch-sp), tr3tog, 6ch, 48, 55) sts.
miss next (ch-sp, 2tr), (2tr, 2ch, Row 3: 3ch, 1tr, 3ch, miss next
2tr) in next ch-sp, miss next 2 tr, ch-sp, *tr2tog, 1tr, tr2tog, 4ch,
3tr, turn – 63 (67, 71, 75) sts. miss next ch-sp; rep from * three
Row 15: 3ch, 4tr, 1tr in next (four, four, five) more times,
ch-sp, 2tr, 1tr in each of next tr2tog, 1tr, tr2tog, 3ch, miss
5 ch, tr3tog, 1tr in each of next next ch-sp, 2tr, turn – 41 (48,
5 ch, 2tr, 1tr in next ch-sp, 37tr, 48, 55) sts.
turn – 59 (63, 67, 71) sts. Row 4: 3ch, 1tr, 4ch, miss next
ch-sp, [tr3tog, 6ch, miss next
Rows 16–43 (46, 49, 52): 3ch, tr ch-sp] four (five, five, six) times,
to end, turn – 59 (63, 67, 71) sts. tr3tog, 4ch, miss next ch-sp, 2tr
Fasten off on first two pieces – 41 (48, 48, 55) sts.
only. Fasten off.
Second two pieces cont as folls:
FINISHING
SHOULDER Weave in ends.
Row 1: 3ch, 1tr, 3ch, miss next Sew together using
4 tr, [3tr in next tr, 4ch, miss next schematic as a guide. END
L/XL 2XL/3XL 4XL/5XL
154 164 174 cm
60½ 64½ 68½ in
46 49 52 cm
18 19 20½ in
 MATERIALS
● Stolen Stitches Nua
Sportweight, 60% Merino
wool/20% yak/20% linen,
50g/140m/153yds
Shade: Mosquito Coast
9801 x 7 (7, 8, 9, 10, 12,
13, 14, 15) skeins
● 4mm hook
● Stitch marker

TENSION
Work 19htr and 14 rows to
measure 10 x 10cm/4 x 4in using
4mm hook, or size required to
obtain tension.

DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY
Joanne has been writing crochet
patterns for more than eight
years and is the lead designer
for The Crochet Project. She
specialises in wearable crochet,
combining a knowledge of
seamstress pattern drafting and
the material science of crochet
to make pieces that fit and drape
beautifully with patterns that are
well written and clear.

SPECIAL STITCHES
Shell: (2tr, 2ch, 2tr) in same
place. Work into 2ch-sp of loop
on subsequent rows.
Loop: (1dc, 3ch, 1dc) in same
place. Work into 3ch-sp of shell
on subsequent rows.

PATTERN NOTES
Worked flat in pieces, the back is
worked from hem to underarm
with part of the dolman-style
sleeve. The front is worked as
the back with the lace yoke and
sleeves worked as part of it. The
sections are then joined along
the back yoke and sleeve seam
and down sleeve and side seams
using slip stitch crochet seams.

Ve rn a l Sw e ate r T-ch does not count as a stitch.

BY JOANNE SCRACE
As pattern is highly reversible
A perfect layering sweater with it helps to place a marker to
a delicate floral lace pattern. show RS.

This jumper is designed to be

worn with 5–10cm/2–4in
ADD TO THE STASH positive ease.
Buy this blended yarn from
www.tangledyarn.co.uk
BACK
START Starting at Lace Hem:
With 4mm hook,
84 (92, 100, 108, 124, 132,
140, 148, 156)ch.

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Set-up Row: (WS) 2tr in fourth
ch from hook, miss 3 ch, loop
(see Special Stitches) in next ch,
*miss 3 ch, shell (see Special
Stitches) in next ch, miss 3 ch,
loop in next ch; rep from * to
last 4 ch, miss 3 ch, 3tr in last ch,
turn – 9 (10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 16,
17, 18) shells.
Row 1: (RS) 3ch, 1dc in first tr,
miss 2 tr, [shell in loop, loop in
shell] to last loop, shell in loop,
miss 2 tr, (1dc, 1ch, 1htr) in t-ch,
turn – 10 (11, 12, 13, 15, 16, 17,
18, 19) shells.
Row 2: 3ch, 2tr in 1ch-sp, [loop
in shell, shell in loop] to last
shell, loop in shell, 3tr in 3ch-sp,
turn – 9 (10, 11, 12, 14, 15, 16,
17, 18) shells.
Rows 3–8: As Rows 1 & 2.
Row 9: (RS) 3ch, 3tr, [3tr in loop,
5tr in shell] to last loop, 3tr in
loop, 2tr, turn – 80 (88, 96, 104,
120, 128, 136, 144, 152) sts.
BODY
Row 1: (WS) 2ch, 1htr blo in
each st to end, turn.
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Rep Row 1 until piece measures
25cm/9¾in ending after a WS row.
Note: This will be 22 (22, 23, 24,
26, 29, 30, 32, 34)cm/8¾ (8¾, 9,
9½, 10¼, 11½, 11¾, 12½, 13½)in
less than total finished length, so
adjust accordingly for a longer or
shorter body.
SHAPE SLEEVES
Row 1: (RS) 2ch, 1htr blo, 2htr
blo in next st, htr blo in each st to
last 2 sts, 2htr blo in next st, 1htr
blo, turn – 82 (90, 98, 106, 122,
130, 138, 146, 154) sts.
Rows 2–8: As Row 1 – 96 (104,
112, 120, 136, 144, 152, 160,
168) sts.
Row 9: (RS) 42ch, 1htr in third ch
from hook and in each ch along,
1htr blo in each rem st to last
2 sts, 2htr blo in next st, 1htr blo,
turn – 137 (145, 153, 161, 177,
185, 193, 201, 209) sts.
Row 10: 41ch, 1htr in third ch
from hook and in each ch along,
htr blo in each rem st to end
– 176 (184, 192, 200, 216, 224,
232, 240, 248) sts.
Note: To alter length of sleeve,
add or subtract multiples of 4
from ch at start of Rows 9 & 10.
Row 11: 2ch, htr blo to end, turn.
Rep Row 11 a further two (two,
four, four, four, six, six, six,
eight) times. Fasten off.
FRONT
Work as Back but do not
fasten off.
FRONT LACE YOKE &
SLEEVES
Set-up Row: (WS) 3ch, 2tr in
first st, miss 3 sts, loop in next st,
*miss 3 sts, shell in next st, miss
3 sts, loop in next st; rep from *
to last 4 sts, miss 3 sts, 3tr in last
st, turn – 21 (22, 23, 24, 26, 27,
28, 29, 30) shells.
Row 1: (RS) 3ch, 1dc in tr, miss
2 tr, [shell in loop, loop in shell] to
last loop, shell in loop, miss 2tr,
(1dc, 1ch, 1htr) in t-ch, turn
– 22 (23, 24, 25, 27, 28, 29, 30,
31) shells.
Row 2: 3ch, 2tr in 1ch-sp, [loop
in shell, shell in loop] to last shell,
loop in shell, 3tr in 3ch-sp, turn
– 21 (22, 23, 24, 26, 27, 28, 29,
30) shells.
Rep Rows 1 & 2 until total sleeve
measurement at cuff (including
htr section) is approximately
17 (18, 18, 19, 22, 24, 25, 28,
29)cm/6¾ (7, 7, 7½, 8¾, 9½, 9¾,
11, 11½)in ending after Row 2.
Note number of rows worked
here, to make Back Lace Yoke
same length.
NECK OPENING
Row 1: 3ch, 1dc in tr, miss 2 tr,
[shell in loop, loop in shell] 8 (8,
9, 9, 10, 11, 11, 12, 12) times, 39
(47, 39, 47, 47, 39, 47, 39, 47)ch,
miss next 5 (6, 5, 6, 6, 5, 6, 5, 6)
shells, [loop in next shell, shell in
loop] to last 2 sts, miss 2 tr, (1dc,
1ch, 1htr) in t-ch, turn – 16 (16,
18, 18, 20, 22, 22, 24, 24) shells.
Row 2: 3ch, 2tr in 1ch-sp, *[loop
in shell, shell in loop] to last loop,
*miss 3 ch, loop in next ch, miss
3 ch, shell in next ch; rep from
* to last 7 ch, miss 3 ch, loop in
next ch, miss 3ch, [shell in loop,
loop in shell] to end, 3tr in 3ch-sp
– 21 (22, 23, 24, 26, 27, 28, 29,
30) shells.

18½ (18¾, 19, 19½, 20¼, 21¼, 22, 22¾, 23¼)in

BACK LACE YOKE &

47 (48, 48, 50, 51, 54, 56, 58, 59)cm

SLEEVES
Row 1: (RS) 3ch, 1dc in tr, miss
2 tr, [shell in loop, loop in shell] to
last loop, shell in loop, miss 2 tr,
(1dc, 1ch, 1htr) in t-ch, turn 26cm
– 22 (23, 24, 25, 27, 28, 29, 30, 10½in
31) shells.
Row 2: 3ch, 2tr in 1ch-sp, [loop 25cm
in shell, shell in loop] to last shell, 10in
loop in shell, 3tr in 3ch-sp, turn
– 21 (22, 23, 24, 26, 27, 28, 29,
30) shells.
Rep Rows 1 & 2 to make Back
Lace Yoke same length as Front
Lace Yoke.
84 (92, 101, 109, 126, 135, 143, 151, 160)cm chain stitch
Fasten off. 33 (36, 39¾, 43, 49½, 53, 56¼, 59½, 63)in
double crochet (dc)

FINISHING loop
Block both pieces. Starting at cuff, crochet or sew shell
With right sides tog, seam last sleeve seams to underarms.
row of Back Lace Yoke to last row Starting at Lace hem, crochet or half treble crochet (htr)
of back across all 176 (184, 192, sew side seams.
treble crochet (tr)
200, 216, 224, 232, 240, 248) Weave in all ends.
sts using slip stitch crochet or See yarn label for care END
mattress stitch. instructions.
9

XS S M L XL 2XL 3XL 4XL 5XL

TO FIT BUST 76 86 96 106 117 127 137 147 157 cm
30 34 38 42 46 50 54 58 62 in
ACTUAL BUST 84 92 101 109 126 135 143 151 160 cm
33 36 39¾ 43 49½ 53 56¼ 59½ 63 in
SLEEVE SEAM 26 26 26 26 26 26 26 26 26 cm
10½ 10½ 10½ 10½ 10½ 10½ 10½ 10½ 10½ in
LENGTH 47 48 48 50 51 54 56 58 59 cm
18½ 18¾ 19 19½ 20¼ 21¼ 22 22¾ 23¼ in

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MATERIALS
● Debbie Bliss Baby Cashmerino,
55% wool/33% acrylic/
12% cashmere,
50g/125m/137yds
Yarn A: Ecru 101 x 3 balls
Yarn B: Teal 203 x 1 ball
Yarn C: Light Pink 600 x 1 ball
Yarn E: Mint 03 x 1 ball
Yarn F: Acid Yellow 91 x 1 ball
● MillaMia Naturally Soft Merino,
100% wool, 50g/125m/137yds
Yarn D: Moss 103 x 1 ball
● 4.5mm hook
● Yarn needle

YARN ALTERNATIVES
Any sportweight to DK-weight
yarn will work here, or choose a
different weight yarn to create a
differently sized wrap or blanket.

TENSION
Work 16htr and 12 rows in
intarsia crochet pattern to
measure 10 x 10cm/4 x 4in, using
4.5mm hook or size required to
obtain correct tension.
Exact tension is not essential for
this design.

MEASUREMENTS
Wrap is approximately
37cm/14½in wide and
145cm/57in long.

DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY
Claire is the stylist and
photoshoot editor of Inside
Crochet, and a textiles teacher,
author and designer specialising
in knit and crochet. Her latest
book is Hooked by Parragon
books. Find out more at
www.montyknits.blogspot.com.

PATTERN NOTES
2ch at beg of row counts as htr
unless otherwise stated.

Intarsia crochet is a technique for

using two or more colours in a

Bo ta n ica l Wrap pattern to create a multi-coloured

fabric. Unlike tapestry crochet,
BY CLAIRE MONTGOMERIE you drop the yarn not in use and
only ever work with one colour
Try out intarsia crochet with these simple blocks of colour. at a time, rather than encasing
the colour not in use as you go.
The added surface crochet is a fun technique and adds
You do this by using a new ball
textural interest to the bold colour blocks. for each separate area of colour
across a row. You can make small
bobbins of yarn for each new
ADD TO THE STASH area of colour rather than using
Buy this super soft yarns from
www.lovecrafts.com a new ball for each.

44 Inside Crochet
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90

85

80

75

70

65

60

55

50

45

40

35

30

25

20

15

10

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Charts are provided to show the
colour of the stitches, with each
square of colour representing a
stitch. Begin from bottom right
corner of chart and work all odd
rows from right to left and even
rows from left to right. As with all
colourwork, always change to a
new colour of yarn on the last pull
through of the previous stitch.
Surface crochet
With RS of work facing you, insert
your hook through fabric at the
start of surface slip stitches. Pull
up a loop of yarn. Insert your
hook into the next appropriate
gap in fabric along intended line
of surface crochet. Yoh and pull
loop through to front, then pull
through the loop on your hook,
completing slip stitch.
Repeat around.
WRAP
START With 4.5mm hook and
yarn A, 61ch.
46 Inside Crochet
Row 1: 1htr in second ch from
hook and in each ch to end,
following Row 1 of Chart and
changing colour to yarn B roughly
midway through on stitch 26
– 60htr.
Rows 2–175: Work Rows 2–175
of Charts, adding in remaining
yarns where indicated.
Do not fasten off yarn A, but
work a row of dc evenly all
around wrap, changing colour
to yarn B when that colour is the
edge colour. Join rnd with sl st.
Fasten off yarn.
FINISHING
Weave in all ends and block
lightly to shape.
SURFACE CROCHET
With yarn held double, add the
linear shapes noted on the
Chart as shown, by working
surface crochet with
yarn F (abstract shape) END
and yarn D (leaf).
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MATERIALS
● Hoooked Somen,
100% recycled cotton with
sustainably grown flax,
100g/165m/180yds
Yarn A: Oliva S021 x 6 (8) balls
Yarn B: Ambra S17 x 2 balls
Yarn C: Taupe S012 x 1 ball
● 4mm, 4.5mm & 5mm hooks
● Two stitch markers
● Yarn needle

YARN ALTERNATIVES
Use any cotton/linen yarn suitable
for 4.5mm hook to achieve a
similar effect.

TENSION
Work 14 tr and 10 rows to
measure 10 x 10cm/4 x 4in using
4.5mm hook, or size required to
obtain tension.

PATTERN NOTES
The sweater is worked top-down,
starting with the neckline.
The body is worked in the round
and sleeves are added last.
The sweater is seamless.

DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY
Linda is a crochet designer from
the Netherlands who loves to
design garments for adults and
children. Take a look at her
website www.lindamodderman.
nl or her Instagram account
@lindamodderman.

NECKLINE
START With yarn B and 5mm
hook, 88 (92, 96)ch,
sl st in first ch to form ring.
Change to 4.5mm hook.
Rnd 1: 3ch (counts as 1tr here
and throughout), 1tr in each
ch around, sl st to top of 3ch
– 88 (92, 96)tr.
Change to yarn C.

Le a f Yo ke Sw e ate r Rnd 2: 3ch, 2tr, 2tr in next st,

BY LINDA MODDERMAN
Inspired by the Royal Botanic Gardens full of green, sand
and yellow shades, this sweater, with its collar of leaves,
is a great piece to make for spring or summer.
ADD TO THE STASH
Buy this cotton blend yarn from
www.hoookedyarn.com
[3tr, 2tr in next st] around sl st to
top of 3ch – 110 (115, 120)tr.
Change to yarn A.
Rnd 3: 3ch, 3tr, 1tr in space
before next tr, [5tr, 1tr in space
before next tr] to last st, 1tr, sl st
to top of 3ch – 132 (138, 144)tr.
Rnd 4: 6ch (counts as 1tr, 3ch),
miss next 3 tr, 1tr between in
space before next tr, 1rtrf, 1tr in
space before next tr, *3ch, miss
next 5 tr, 1tr in space before next
tr, 1rtrf, 1tr in space before next
tr; rep from * around ending
last rep 3ch, miss next 5 tr, 1tr

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in space before next tr tr, 1rtrf,
sl st in third of 6ch – 22 (23, 24)
patt reps.
Rnd 5: 3ch, 1tr in same st, 2ch,
*2tr in next tr, 1rtrf, 2tr in next tr,
2ch; rep from * around ending
last rep 2tr in next st, 1rtrf, sl st
in top of 3ch.
Rnd 6: 3ch, 2tr in next tr, 1ch, 30cm/ 11¾in
*2tr in next tr, 1tr, 1rtrf, 1tr, 2tr
in next tr, 1ch; rep from * around

18¾ (19¾, 20½)in

ending last rep 2tr in next st, 1tr,
1rtrf, sl st in top of 3ch.

48 (50, 52)cm
Rnd 7: 3ch, 2tr, 1ch, [3tr, 1rtrf,
3tr, 1ch] around, sl st in top of
3ch.
Rnd 8: Rep Rnd 7.

Rnd 9: 3ch, tr2tog, 3ch, [tr2tog,

1tr, 1rtrf, 1tr, tr2tog, 3ch] around
ending last rep tr2tog, 1tr, 1rtrf,
sl st in top of 3ch.
Rnd 10: Work 3ch and 1tr tog,
[5ch, tr2tog, 1rtrf, tr2tog] around
ending with tr2tog, 1rtrf, sl st in
86 (98, 112)cm
top of 3ch.
Rnd 11: 8ch (counts as 3ch, 34 (38½, 44)in

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5ch), [1tr, 1rtrf, 1tr, 5ch] around

Rnd 12
ending last rep 1tr, 1rtrf, sl st in
third of 8ch.
Rnd 12: 3ch, [5tr in next 5ch-sp,
Rnd 11
1tr, 1rtrf, 1tr] around ending last
Rnd 10
rep 5tr in next 5ch-sp, 1tr, 1rtrf,
sl st in top of 3ch – 176 (184,
192) sts. Rnd 9
Rnd 13: 3ch, 6tr, 1rtrf, [7tr, 1rtrf]
around, sl st in top of 3ch. Rnd 8
Rnds 14 & 15: Rep Rnd 13.
Rnd 7
Rnd 16: 3ch, 6tr, 2tr in rtrf, [7tr,
2tr in rtrf] around, sl st in top of
3ch – 198 (207, 216) sts. Rnd 6
Rnd 17: 3ch, tr to end, sl st to
top of 3ch, turn.
Rnd 5
Rnds 18–20: Rep Rnd 17.
Rnd 4
Size XS only
Rnd 21: 3ch, 55tr, (PM1 in first
stitch and PM1 in last stitch just
worked to indicate Back section),
4ch, miss next 43 sts for Sleeve,
56tr for Front, 4ch, miss next
43 sts for second Sleeve, sl st in
top of 3ch.
Rnd 22: 3ch, 1tr in each tr and
ch to end, sl st in top of 3ch All sizes (worked to prevent holes Change to yarn C and 4mm hook.
– 120tr. (Work more rnds for a longer forming) – 51 (54, 59) sts.
Rnds 23–42: Rep Rnd 22. body.) Rnd 2: 3ch, tr2tog, tr to last Sizes XS & L/XL only
Change to yarn C. 2 sts, tr2tog, sl st to top of 3ch Rnd 26: 3ch, tr to last 2 sts, tr2tog,
Size S/M only Rnd 43 (45, 47): 3ch, tr to end, – 49 (52, 57) sts. sl st to top of 3ch – 42 (-, 50) sts.
Rnd 21: 3ch, 1tr in same st, sl st to top of 3ch. Rnd 3: 3ch, tr to end, sl st to top
[18tr, 2tr in next st] to last 16 of 3ch. All sizes
sts, tr to end, sl st to top of 3ch Change to yarn B and 4mm hook. Rnd 4: 3ch, tr2tog, tr to last Change to yarn B.
– 218tr. Rnd 44 (46, 48): 3ch, tr around, 2 sts, tr2tog, sl st to top of 3ch Rnd 27: 3ch, tr around, sl st to
Rnd 22: 2ch, tr to end, sl st to sl st to top of 3ch. – 47 (50, 55) sts. top of 3ch.
top of 3ch. Rnd 45 (47, 49): 3ch, [1rtrf, Rnd 5: 3ch, tr to end, sl st to top Rnd 28: 3ch, [1rtrf, 1rtrb] sl st to
Rnd 23: 3ch, 63tr, (PM1 in first 1rtrb] around, sl st to top of 3ch. of 3ch. top of 3ch.
stitch and PM in last stitch just Rnds 46–48 (48–50, 50–52): Rnd 6: 3ch, tr2tog, tr to last Rnds 29 & 30: Rep Rnd 28.
worked for Back), 5ch, miss next Rep last rnd. 2 sts, tr2tog, sl st to top of 3ch Fasten off.
45tr for Sleeve, 64tr for Front, Fasten off. – 45 (48, 53) sts.
5ch, miss next 45tr for second Rnd 7: 3ch, tr to end, sl st to top NECK TRIM
Sleeve, sl st to top of 3ch. SLEEVES of 3ch. With yarn B and RS facing, with
Rnd 24: 3ch, 1tr in each tr and ch Using yarn A and 4.5mm hook, Rnd 8: 3ch, tr2tog, tr to last 4mm hook, start in 1ch of first
to end, sl st in top of 3ch – 138tr. with RS of work and Back of 2 sts, tr2tog, sl st to top of 3ch round of sweater.
Rnds 25–44: Rep Rnd 24. sweater facing, attach yarn with – 43 (46, 51) sts. Rnd 1: 3ch, [1rtrf, 1rtrb] around,
sl st to one marked st. sl st to top of 3ch.
Size L/XL only Rnd 9: 3ch, tr to end, sl st to top Rnd 2: Rep Rnd 1.
Rnd 21: 3ch, 7tr, 2tr in next st, Rnd 1: 3ch, 1tr in each st across, of 3ch.
[8tr, 2tr in next st] around, sl st work 2tr extra on each side of Rnds 10–25 (26, 25): Rep Rnd 9. FINISHING
to top of 3ch – 240 sts. underarm ch by working around Work more rnds for a longer Remove markers and END
Rnd 22: 3ch, tr to end, sl st to horizontally lying st of body, Sleeves. weave in all yarn ends.
top of 3ch.
Rnds 23 & 24: Rep Rnd 22.
Rnd 25: 3ch, 71tr, (PM1 in first XS S/M L/XL
stitch and PM in last stitch just ACTUAL BUST 86 98 112 cm
worked for Back), 7ch, miss next
34 38½ 44 in
48 sts for Sleeve, 72tr for Front,
7ch, miss next 48 sts for second LENGTH TO UNDERARM 48 50 52 cm
Sleeve, sl st to top of 3ch. 18¾ 19¾ 20½ in
Rnd 26: 3ch, tr in each st and ch SLEEVE LENGTH 30 30 30 cm
across, sl st to top of 3 ch – 158tr.
11¾ 11¾ 11¾ in
Rnds 27–46: Rep Rnd 26.

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➻ MAKE IT Pattern instructions

MATERIALS
● King Cole Bamboo Cotton DK,
50% bamboo/50% cotton,
100g/230m/252yds
Yarn A: Green 533 x 4 (4,
5, 5) balls
Yarn B: Pebble 610 x 3 (3,
4, 4) balls
● 3.5mm & 4mm hooks
● Yarn needle

YARN ALTERNATIVES
You can use any DK weight
cotton/bamboo to achieve
a similar effect.

TENSION
Work 21tr and 3 pattern repeats
in pattern to measure 10 x 10cm/
4 x 4in using 4mm hook, or size
required to obtain tension.

DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY
Londoner Theodora is an ’80s kid
with a love of vintage patterns,
vintage vinyl and vintage clothes.
Designer by day, DJ by night, you
can find her on Instagram
@theodora_goes_wild.

PATTERN NOTES
Jacket is commenced at left
sleeve and worked across forming
the upper back, fronts and right
sleeve. The lower back and fronts
are picked up and worked down.

SLEEVES, UPPER
START BACK & FRONTS
With 4mm hook and
yarn B, 127 (131, 135, 139)ch.
Set-up Row: 1tr in fourth ch
from hook and in each ch to end,
turn – 125 (129, 133, 137)tr.
Row 1: (WS) 1ch, 1dc in first tr,
[3ch, miss 3tr, 1dc in next tr] to
end, working last dc in top of
t-ch, turn.
Row 2: 5ch (counts as 1tr, 2ch),

Firs t Bu d s o f Sprin g 1dc in first 3ch-sp, 2ch, 1tr in

next dc, [2ch, 1dc in next 3ch-sp,

Jacke t 2ch, 1tr in next dc] to end, turn.

Row 3: 1ch, 1dc in first tr, [3ch,
1dc in next tr] to end, working
BY THEODORA BURROW
last dc in third of 5ch, turn.
Row 4: 3ch (counts as 1tr), miss
A beautiful layering top in muted shades,
first st, [3tr in next 3ch-sp, 1tr in
worked in a botanical lace stitch. next dc] to end, turn.
Change to yarn A.
Rep Rows 1–4 a further 8 (9, 11,
12) times.
ADD TO THE STASH Work Rows 1–3 again.
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BACK NECK
Next Row: 3ch, 56 (60, 64, 64)

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11½ (12, 12½, 13)in
29 (31, 32, 33)cm

direction of work

25 (25½, 26½, 27)in

63 (65, 67, 69)cm
20cm
8in
17 (19, 21, 25)cm
7 (7½, 8½, 10)in
30.5cm
12in
5cm
2in

112 (122, 132, 142)cm

44 (48, 52, 56)in

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4
3

2
1

tr, turn, cont working on this
section for a further 5 (5, 6, 6)
patt reps. Do not turn at end of
last row.
RIGHT SLEEVE
69 (69, 69, 73)ch, 1dc in second
ch from hook, *3ch, miss 3ch,
1dc in next ch; rep from * to back
neck, cont as Row 1.
Keeping patt correct, rep to
match first sleeve.
LOWER BACK
to neck edge of Left Front, 3ch
(counts as 1tr), evenly distribute
36 (40, 46, 52)tr across Front
to within 20cm/8in of sleeve
edge, turn.
Work six patt reps.
Change to yarn A and work a
further two patt reps.
Fasten off.
LOWER RIGHT FRONT
With RS facing attach yarn B to
lower edge 20cm/8in in from
Right Sleeve.
chain stitch
NECK
double crochet (dc)
With 3.5mm hook and RS facing
attach yarn B to lower edge of treble crochet (tr)
Right Front, 3ch (counts as 1tr),
work a row of tr around entire
front edge. Turn.
Row 1: (WS) 2ch (counts as SLEEVE EDGINGS
1htr), 1htr in next tr and each tr With 4mm hook and RS facing
to end. attach yarn A, work one row of
Row 2: 3ch (counts as 1tr), 1tr dc around edge.
blo in each htr to end.
Rep Rows 1 & 2 once more then FINISHING
Row 1 again. Weave in all ends. Sew END

With RS facing attach yarn B to Work as for Left Front. Fasten off. Fasten off. side and sleeve seams.
lower edge 20cm/8in in from
Left Sleeve edge, 3ch (counts as
XS S M L
1tr), evenly distribute 116 (129,
137, 147)tr across lower edge to TO FIT BUST 81–91 91–107 107–112 112–122 cm
within 20cm/8in of Right Sleeve 32–36 36–40 40–44 44–48 in
edge, turn. ACTUAL BUST 112 122 132 142 cm
Work six patt reps.
44 48 52 56 in
Change to yarn A and work
a further two patt reps. SLEEVE SEAM 20 20 20 20 cm
Fasten off. 8 8 8 8 in
LENGTH 63 65 67 69 cm
LOWER LEFT FRONT
25 25½ 26½ 27 in
With RS facing attach yarn B

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➻ MAKE IT Pattern instructions

MATERIALS
● Isager Highland Wool, 100%
lambswool, 50g/278m/305yds
Shade: Rhubarb x 2 balls
● 3.5mm hook

TENSION
Exact tension is not essential for
this design.

DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY
Helda is a passionate and
creative crochet designer who
can be found on Instagram at
@heldap123.

SPECIAL STITCHES
Tr3tog: [Yoh, insert hook in next
st, yoh and draw through st, yoh
and draw through 2 loops] three
times, yoh and draw through all
4 loops on hook.
Tr2tog: [Yoh, insert hook in next
st as instructed, yoh and draw
through st, yoh and draw through
2 loops] twice, yoh and draw
through all 3 loops on hook.

SCARF
START Wind off 10g of
yarn and set aside
for fringing.
Make 55ch.
Foundation Row: 1tr in fourth
ch from hook, [4ch, miss next
4ch, 1tr in next ch, 4ch, miss
next 4ch, 1tr in each of next 2ch]
across, turn.

Row 1: 3ch (counts as 1tr), 1tr in

next tr, [3ch, 7tr in next tr, miss
next 2tr] across, ending 3ch, 1tr in
next tr, 1tr in top of 3ch, turn.
Row 2: 3ch (counts as 1tr), 1tr in
next tr, [2ch, 1tr in next 3tr, 2tr
in next tr, 1tr in each of next 3tr]
across, ending 2ch,1tr in next tr,
1tr in top of 3ch, turn.

Tu lip Sca r f Row 3: 3ch (counts as 1tr), 1tr in

next tr, [2ch, tr3tog (see Special
BY HELDA PANAGARY Stitches) over first 3tr of next 8tr
of prev row, 3ch, tr2tog (see
Inspired by the Tulip Garden of Keukenhof in Amsterdam, Special Stitches) working in same
third tr as last leg of tr3tog, and
this delicate lacy scarf will keep spring chills at bay.
sixth tr of 8tr, 3ch, tr3tog working
in same sixth tr as last leg of tr2tog
ADD TO THE STASH and in each of last 2tr of 8tr]
Buy this pure wool yarn from across each set of 8tr of prev row,
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top of 3ch, turn.
Row 4: 3ch (counts as 1tr), miss
first tr, 1tr in next tr, [1tr in top of
tr3tog, 4ch, 1tr in top of tr2tog,
4ch, 1tr in top of tr3tog] across,

58 Inside Crochet
 Eco
Ma rke t Bag
BY JACINTA BOWIE

Made from tough, durable and

4 sustainable linen, this bag is
strong and stylish with great
3
eco credentials.
2

ADD TO THE STASH

Buy this pure linen yarn from
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chain stitch
double crochet (dc)
treble crochet (tr)

treble 2 together (tr2tog)

treble 3 together (tr3tog)

FRINGING
Make total of 36 tassels
ending 1tr in next tr, 1tr in top of – 18 tassels for each end of scarf.
3ch, turn. Each tassel is made up of
Rep Rows 1–4 until yarn runs out, five strands of yarn,
ending with Row 4. each approximately END
Weave in ends 20cm/8in long.
➻ MAKE IT Pattern instructions

MATERIALS
● Katia Lino, 100% linen,
50g/150m/164yds 11
Shade: Stone Brown
17 x 5 balls
10
● 3.5mm hook
● Stitch markers
9

YARN ALTERNATIVES
You can use any lightweight 8
DK or 4ply yarn to achieve a
similar effect. 7

TENSION 6
Work 22tr and 8.5 rows to
measure 10 x 10cm/4 x 4in using 5
3.5mm hook, or size required to
obtain tension.
4

MEASUREMENTS
Finished bag is 45cm/17¾in wide
and 39cm/15¼in high. The base
of the bag is 16cm/6¼in deep
and 35cm/13¾in across.
DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY
Jacinta has worked in crochet,
knitting and fashion design.
Visit her website at
www.jacintabowie.com and
find her on Instagram
@jacintabowiedesigns.
SPECIAL STITCHES
Cluster stitch (CL): [Yoh, insert
hook in sp, yoh, draw yarn
through, yoh, draw through
2 loops on hook] four times, yoh,
draw through all 5 loops.
BASE
START Using 3.5mm hook,
39ch.
Rnd 1: 1htr in second ch from
hook, 1htr in each of next 36ch,
6htr in first ch, 1htr back along
opposite side of 36ch, 5htr in
base of first st, sl st to top of first
st – 84 sts.
Rnd 2: 2ch (counts as first htr
throughout), 83htr around, sl st
to top of 2ch to join.
Rnd 3: 2ch, 35htr, [2htr in next
st] six times, 36htr, [2htr in next
st] six times, sl st to top of 2ch to
join – 96 sts.
Rnd 4: 2ch, 95htr around, sl st to
top of 2ch to join.
Rnd 5: 2ch, 35htr, [2htr in next
st] 12 times, 36htr, [2htr in next
st] 12 times, sl st to top of 2ch to
join – 120 sts.
Rnd 6: 2ch, 119htr around, sl st
to top of 2ch to join.
Rnd 7: 2ch, 35htr, [2htr in next
st] 24 times, 36htr, [2htr in next
st] 24 times, sl st to top of 2ch to
join – 168 sts.
Rnds 8–10: 2ch, 167htr around,
sl st to top of 2ch to join.
Optional: Make paper template
of base of bag to use to make a
base insert.
Next Rnd: Dc around in a spiral
(amigurumi style), PM in top of
first dc of rnd.
Work ten rnds in total, moving
marker up on each rnd, sl st to
first dc on last rnd. Fasten off.
MAIN BODY
Rejoin yarn at the side of the bag.
Rnd 1: 3ch (counts as first tr), 1tr
in each st to end, sl st in top of
3ch, turn – 168 sts.
Rnd 2: 4ch (counts as 1tr, 1ch),
miss first st, 1tr in next st, [1ch,
miss next st, 1tr in next st]
around to last 2 sts, 1ch, sl st in
third of 4ch, turn.
Rnd 3: Sl st in first sp, 3ch, 1tr
in same sp, 2tr in each 1ch-sp
around, sl st in top of 3ch, turn.
Rnd 4: 3ch, 1tr back in prev st,
[1tr in sp between second and
third st, 1tr back in prev sp to
create cross over] around, sl st in
top of 3ch, turn.
Rnd 5: Sl st in sp between
crossover sts of prev rnd, 3ch, 1tr
back in top of prev st, [1tr in sp
between next set of crossovers,
1tr back in prev sp] around, sl st
in top of 3ch, turn.
Rnd 6: As Rnd 5.
Rnd 7: Sl st in sp between
crossover sts of last rnd, 3ch, 1tr
in same sp, [2tr in sp between
next set of crossovers] around,
sl st in top of 3ch, turn.
Rnd 8: 3ch, 1CL (see Special
Stitches) in same sp, [miss next
sp, 1CL in next sp] around, sl st in
top of 3ch, turn.
Rnd 9: 5ch (counts as 1tr, 2ch),
[1tr between each CL, 2ch]
around, sl st to third of 5ch, turn.
Rnd 10: Sl st in 2ch-sp, 5ch
(counts as 1tr, 2ch), [1tr in next
2ch-sp, 2ch] around, sl st in third
of 5ch, turn.
Rnd 11: Sl st in next 2ch-sp, 3ch,
1tr in same 2ch-sp, [2tr in next
2ch-sp] around, sl st in top of
3ch, turn.
Rep Rnds 4–11 twice more.
Fasten off.
HANDLE
Place markers at sides of bag
when laid flat and rejoin yarn at
one of markers.
Next Rnd: Dc around, working
in top of first dc of previous rnd
in a spiral – 168 sts.
Work six rnds in total, moving
3
2
1
slip stitch
chain stitch
double crochet (dc)
treble crochet (tr)
crossed trebles
Cluster (Cl)
marker up on every rnd.
Next Rnd: 20dc, 66ch, miss
44dc, 40dc, 66ch, miss 44dc,
20dc, move up marker – 212 sts.
Work seven rnds of dc, working
in each ch for Rnd 1 to begin
making handles.
Sl st to beg of rnd.
Fasten off.
Weave in all ends and trim.
Lightly steam.
OPTIONAL
If you prefer a base for your bag,
cut two pieces of corrugated
cardboard from your paper
template with the corrugated
sections going in opposite
directions for strength.
Make a bag for the cardboard
from a piece of fabric and leave
one end open to place
cardboard inside.
Oversew remaining end. END
Place in base of bag.

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➻ MAKE IT Pattern instructions

MATERIALS
● Paintbox Yarns Cotton DK,
100% cotton,
50g/125m/137yds
Yarn A: Blood Orange 420
x 3 balls
Yarn B: Coffee Bean 411
x 3 balls
Yarn C: Pistachio Green 425
x 3 balls
Yarn D: Buttercup Yellow 423
x 3 balls
Yarn E: Racing Green 428
x 3 balls
● 5mm & 5.5mm hooks

YARN ALTERNATIVES
Use any DK weight cotton to
achieve a similar effect. Drops Paris
Cotton DK is a suitable alternative.

TENSION
Work 13tr and 7 rows to measure
10 x 10cm/4 x 4in using 5mm
hook, or size required to
obtain tension.

MEASUREMENTS
Motif: 30 x 30cm/12 x 12in.
Blanket: 110 x 110cm/43 x 43in.

DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY
Jacinta has worked in crochet,
knitting and fashion design,
including working with yarn
companies such as Hayfields,
Rowan and Sirdar. Visit her
website at www.jacintabowie.
com and find her on Instagram
@jacintabowiedesigns.

PATTERN NOTES
When changing colour of yarn,
work last yoh of previous st in
new colour.

SPECIAL STITCHES
Lark’s head knot: Decide which
side of the knot you like best.

Bo ta n ica l H ap Fold the threads you want to

tie the lark’s head knot with in
BY JACINTA BOWIE half. Slip folded end of threads
beneath place where knot will be
An earthy cotton cover-up inspired tied and slide threads underneath
space where threads will be
by symmetry in nature.
pulled through. Put 5.5mm hook
through the hole and pull up all
ADD TO THE STASH loops at fold far enough for ends
Buy this pure cotton yarn from to be passed back through them.
www.lovecrafts.com Pass cut ends through the loop
and pull down to tighten.

MOTIF A
START Make five
Using 5.5mm hook and

64 Inside Crochet
 11
10

9
8
7
6

5
4
3

double crochet (dc)

2dc worked in 1st

yarn D, 5ch, sl st to first ch to
make a ring.
Rnd 1: 3ch (counts as first tr
throughout), 11tr in ring, sl st to
top of 3ch – 12 sts.
Change to yarn B.
Fasten off yarn D.
Rnd 2: 3ch, 1tr in same place,
[1tr in next st, 2tr in next st] five
times, 1tr in next st, sl st to top of
3ch to join – 18 sts.
Change to yarn C.
Fasten off yarn B.
Rnd 3: 4ch, [1tr into next st, 1ch]
around, sl st to third of 4ch.
Fasten off yarn C.
Join yarn B in any 1ch-sp.
Rnd 4: 3ch, 1tr in same 1ch-sp,
[1tr in next 1ch-sp, 2tr in next
chain stitch
half treble crochet (htr)
treble crochet (tr)
1ch-sp] eight times, 1tr in next
1ch-sp, sl st to top of 3ch to join
– 27 sts.
Change to yarn A.
Fasten off yarn B.
Rnd 5: 1ch (counts as st), [2dc in
next st, 1dc in next st] 13 times,
sl st to 1ch to join – 40 sts.
Rnd 6: [8ch, miss next dc, sl st
in next dc] 19 times, 8ch, sl st to
beg of rnd to join – 20 loops.

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Rnd 7: (1dc, 1htr, 1tr, 3ch, 1tr,
1htr, 1dc) in each 8ch-sp, sl st to
beg of rnd to join.
Fasten off yarn A. Join yarn D to
3ch at top of any petal.
Rnd 8: [10ch, sl st across to next
3ch-sp, [8ch, sl st across to next
3ch-sp] four times] four times,
working last sl st into beg of rnd.
Rnd 9: 3ch, 9tr in 10ch-sp, [[6dc
in 8ch-sp] four times, 10tr in
10ch-sp] three times, [6dc in 8ch-
sp] four times, sl st to top of 3ch.
Fasten off yarn D.
Rnd 10: Join yarn C between
fifth and sixth tr in any corner
10tr loop, [5ch, 1dc into same sp,
66 Inside Crochet
1dc in each of next 34 sts] three
times, 5ch, 1dc into same sp, 1dc
in each of next 33 sts, sl st to
beg of 5ch.
Fasten off yarn C.
Rnd 11: Join yarn E in any 5ch-sp,
(3ch, 1tr, 2ch, 2tr) in 5ch-sp, [1tr
in each st to next 5ch-sp, (2tr,
2ch, 2tr) in 5ch-sp] three times,
1tr in each st across to beg of
rnd, sl st to top of 3ch.
Fasten off.
MOTIF B
Make four
As motif A using the colour
sequence as follows:
and 5.5mm hook, join
motifs together as shown in
photographs by working dc
through corresponding sts of
both motifs to create a ridge
between motifs.
Join motifs in rows of A B A,
B A B, A B A.
OUTSIDE BORDER
Rnd 1: Join yarn B to any corner
2ch-sp of blanket with 5mm
hook, (1dc, 2ch,1dc) in same 2ch-
sp, 1dc in each st across to next
corner, [(1dc, 2ch, 1dc) in 2ch-sp,
1dc in each st across to next
corner] three times, sl st to join.
Fasten off yarn B.
Rnd 2: Join yarn D to any corner
2ch-sp, 5ch, 1tr in same 2ch-sp,
1tr in each st across to next 2ch-
sp, [1tr, 2ch, 1tr) in 2ch-sp, 1tr in
each st across to next corner] to
beg of rnd, sl st in third of 5ch.
Fasten off yarn D.
Rnd 3: Join yarn C to any
corner 2ch-sp, 4ch, 1htr in same
2ch-sp, 1htr in each st across to
next 2ch-sp, [(1htr, 2ch, 1htr) in
2ch-sp, 1htr in each st across to
next corner] to beg of rnd, sl st to
second of 4ch.
Fasten off yarn C.
Rnd 4: Join yarn E to any corner
2ch-sp, 5ch, 1tr in same 2ch-sp,
1tr in each st across to next 2ch-
sp, [(1tr, 2ch, 1tr) in 2ch-sp, 1tr in
each st across to next corner] to
beg of rnd, sl st to third of 5ch.
Fasten off yarn E.
Rnd 5: Join yarn A to any corner
2ch-sp, 5ch, tr in same 2ch-sp,
1tr in each st across to next 2ch-
sp, [(1tr, 2ch, 1tr) in 2ch-sp, 1tr in
each st across to next corner] to
beg of rnd, sl st to third of 5ch.
Fasten off yarn A.
Rnd 6: Join yarn B to any corner
Rnd 1: Yarn A. 2ch-sp, [2dc in each 2ch-sp, 1dc
Rnd 2: Yarn C. in each st] around, sl st in first dc
Rnd 3: Yarn B. to join.
Rnd 4: Yarn C. Rnd 7: [3ch, miss next st, sl st in
Rnd 5: Yarn E. next st] around.
Rnd 6: Yarn E. Rnd 8: [1dc, 1tr, 1dc in 3ch-sp]
Rnd 7: Yarn E. around.
Rnd 8: Yarn C. Fasten off.
Rnd 9: Yarn C.
Rnd 10: Yarn A. TASSELS
Rnd 11: Yarn D. Cut 100 strands of each colour
yarn, 35cm/13¾in long, and
MAKING UP divide into four sections.
Weave in all ends and block Attach with lark’s heads knot on
motifs individually to 30 x 30cm/ each corner of blanket.
12 x 12in before joining. Block work to END
With RS facing, using yarn B measurements.
 MATERIALS
● Lana Grossa Shades of Cotton
Linen, 70% cotton/30%
linen, 200g/840m/919yds
Shade: 706 x 1 skein
● 4mm Tunisian hook

YARN ALTERNATIVES
You can use any light DK-weight
cotton gradient yarn to achieve
a similar effect.

TENSION
Work 27Tss and 24 rows to
measure 10 x 10cm/4 x 4in using
4mm Tunisian hook, or size
required to obtain tension.

MEASUREMENTS
Inner curve of shawl measures
132cm/52in.

DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY
Tunisian crochet is Hayley
Joanne’s passion and she loves
how unique and versatile it is.
She enjoys a challenge, and
is always working to design
new and exciting makes.
Follow her on Instagram
@hayleyjoannerobinson where
she shares behind the scenes
progress of her designs and
helpful tips and techniques.

SPECIAL STITCHES
Tunisian Simple Stitch (Tss):
Insert hook under next vertical
bar from right to left, yrh and
pull up a lp.
Return pass: 1ch, [yrh, pull
through 2 lps] to end.
2TssTog: Insert hook under
front vertical bars of next 2 sts,
yrh, pull up a loop.

PATTERN NOTES
This Shawl is modular. There are
eight sections of the same size
and shape, which are joined to
each other as they are worked.

Laye re d Le ave s Sh aw l On the left side of each section

BY HAYLEY JOANNE ROBINSON
A curved, spikey shawl worked in a gradient yarn in
Tunisian crochet, this is the perfect spring make!
during Rows 1–47, 2 sts are left
unworked from the previous row.
On the right side of each section
on alternate rows, a decrease is
made to create a sharp angle to
the end of each section.

The stitches along the inside of

ADD TO THE STASH
Buy this gradient yarn from
www.lovecrafts.com
the shawl are left unfinished,
so the inside border resembles
the sharp spikey edges of
some leaves.

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SHAWL
START With 4mm Tunisian
hook, 120ch.
Foundation Row: Pull up a loop
in back loop of second ch from
hook and each ch to end (120 lps
on hk), RP (see Special Stitches).
Row 1: Miss first vertical bar,
Tss (see Special Stitches) in next
117 sts (118 lps), RP.
Row 2: Miss first vertical bar,
2Tsstog (see Special Stitches),
Tss in next 113 sts (115 lps), RP.
60cm/23¾in
Row 3: Miss first vertical bar, 132cm/52in
Tss in next 112 sts (113 lps), RP.
/8in

Row 4: Miss first vertical bar,

2Tsstog, Tss in next 108 sts
20cm

(110 lps), RP.

Row 5: Miss first vertical bar,
Tss in next 107 sts (108 lps), RP.
Row 6: Miss first vertical bar, 23cm/9in
2Tsstog, Tss in next 103 sts
(105 lps), RP.
Row 7: Miss first vertical bar,
Tss in next 102 sts (103 lps), RP.
Row 8: Miss first vertical bar,
2Tsstog, Tss in next 98 sts
(100 lps), RP. Row 10: Miss first vertical Row 11: Miss first vertical bar, bar, 2Tsstog, Tss in next 88 sts
Row 9: Miss first vertical bar, bar, 2Tsstog, Tss in next 93 sts Tss in next 92 sts (93 lps), RP. (90 lps), RP.
Tss in next 97 sts (98 lps), RP. (95 lps), RP. Row 12: Miss first vertical Row 13: Miss first vertical bar,

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Tss in next 87 sts (88 lps), RP.
Row 14: Miss first vertical
bar, 2Tsstog, Tss in next 83 sts
(85 lps), RP.
Row 15: Miss first vertical bar,
Tss in next 82 sts (83 lps), RP.
Row 16: Miss first vertical
bar, 2Tsstog, Tss in next 78 sts
(80 lps), RP.
Row 17: Miss first vertical bar,
Tss in next 77 sts (78 lps), RP.
Row 18: Miss first vertical
bar, 2Tsstog, Tss in next 73 sts
(75 lps), RP.
Row 19: Miss first vertical bar,
Tss in next 72 sts (73 lps), RP.
Row 20: Miss first vertical
bar, 2Tsstog, Tss in next 68 sts
(70 lps), RP.

Row 21: Miss first vertical bar,

Tss in next 67 sts (68 lps), RP.
Row 22: Miss first vertical
bar, 2Tsstog, Tss in next 63 sts
(65 lps), RP.
Row 23: Miss first vertical bar,
Tss in next 62 sts (63 lps), RP.
Row 24: Miss first vertical
bar, 2Tsstog, Tss in next 58 sts
(60 lps), RP.
Row 25: Miss first vertical bar,
Tss in next 57 sts (58 lps), RP.
Row 26: Miss first vertical
bar, 2Tsstog, Tss in next 53 sts
(55 lps), RP.
Row 27: Miss first vertical bar,
Tss in next 52 sts (53 lps), RP.
Row 28: Miss first vertical
bar, 2Tsstog, Tss in next 48 sts
(50 lps), RP.
Row 29: Miss first vertical bar,
Tss in next 47 sts (48 lps), RP.
Row 30: Miss first vertical
bar, 2Tsstog, Tss in next 43 sts
(45 lps), RP.
Row 31: Miss first vertical bar,
Tss in next 42 sts (43 lps), RP.
Row 32: Miss first vertical
bar, 2Tsstog, Tss in next 38 sts
(40 lps), RP.
Row 33: Miss first vertical bar,
Tss in next 37 sts (38 lps), RP.
Row 34: Miss first vertical
bar, 2Tsstog, Tss in next 33 sts Row 39: Miss first vertical bar, Row 44: Miss first vertical bar, second ch from hook and each
(35 lps), RP. Tss in next 22 sts (23 lps), RP. 2Tsstog, Tss in next 8 sts ch across, Tss in next 80 sts
Row 35: Miss first vertical bar, Row 40: Miss first vertical (10 lps), RP. across top of previous section
Tss in next 32 sts (33 lps), RP. bar, 2Tsstog, Tss in next 18 sts Row 45: Miss first vertical bar, (120 lps, 17 sts left unworked at
Row 36: Miss first vertical (20 lps), RP. Tss in next 7 sts (8 lps), RP. left side of previous section), RP.
bar, 2Tsstog, Tss in next 28 sts Row 41: Miss first vertical bar, Row 46: Miss first vertical bar, Rep Rows 1–48, six more times.
(30 lps), RP. Tss in next 17 sts (18 lps), RP. 2Tsstog, Tss in next 3 sts Rep Rows 1–47.
Row 37: Miss first vertical bar, Row 42: Miss first vertical bar, (5 lps), RP. Fasten off.
Tss in next 27 sts (28 lps), RP. 2Tsstog, Tss in next 13 sts Row 47: Miss first vertical bar,
Row 38: Miss first vertical (15 lps), RP. Tss in next 2 sts (3 lps), RP. FINISHING
bar, 2Tsstog, Tss in next 23 sts Row 43: Miss first vertical bar, Row 48: 40ch to right of work, Weave in ends. END
(25 lps), RP. Tss in next 12 sts (13 lps), RP. pull up a loop in back loop of Block and press.

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IC#123
➻ MAKE IT Pattern instructions

MATERIALS
● Yarn and Colors Must-Have,
100% cotton,
50g/125m/137yds
Yarn A: Pearl 043 x 1 ball
Yarn B: Birch 004 x 1 ball
Yarn C: Limestone 009 x 1 ball
Yarn D: White 001 x 1 ball
Note: Only small amounts used
of yarns A and C
● 3mm hook
● Yarn needle
● Scissors
● Dowling rod, 50cm/19¾in long
● 15 wooden balls with hole,
10mm/½in (to attach to dowel)
● Five wooden balls with hole,
20mm/¾in (for tassels)
● Small animal brush (for tassels)

YARN ALTERNATIVES
You can use any DK weight cotton
for this design. Try different yarn
weights and materials for different
sized hangings.

TENSION
Finished flower motif measures
10 x 10cm/4 x 4in, however
exact tension is not essential for
this design.

MEASUREMENTS
Floral section is 50cm/19¾in wide
and 50cm/19¾in long.
Drop is approximately 115cm/
45¼in from top of hanging string
to bottom of lowest tassel.

DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY
Therese (Tess) is a Scandinavian
crochet artist who is living
an island life in the Swedish
archipelago. She is the CEO of the
creative business SistersInStitch,
through which she provides
monthly video tutorials, patterns,
hosts CALs and more. Find
Tess and her designs online at

Ake le j Wa llh a n gin g www.sistersinstitch.com.

BY THERESE EGHULT SPECIAL STITCHES

This delicate wallhanging is a wonderfully
quick make and ideal for stashbusting.
ADD TO THE STASH
Buy this pure cotton yarn from
www.yarnandcolors.com
Picot: 2ch, sl st through both legs
of st below.
Popcorn (pop): 4tr in same st,
remove hook, insert hook back in
first of 4 tr, pick up working loop,
pull loop through, close with 1ch
(does not count as a st).
PATTERN NOTES
All rounds start with a standing
stitch. To work this, make a slip
knot on the hook and then work
as a regular st into the indicated

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 FLOWER 1
Rnd 5: Join yarn B in any 1ch-sp
between two sets of 4 tr, *(2htr,
picot (see Special Stitches), 2htr)
in 1ch-sp, rhtrb in each of next 5
1 2 3 4 5 sts, rdcb in next st, miss 4 sts, rdcb
in next st, rhtrb in each of next 5
sts; rep from * to end, close with
invisible join to second st – 24htr,
6 picot, 60rhtrb, 12rdcb.

6 7 8 9 FLOWERS 2–15
Follow instructions for completing
Rnd 5, when reaching a point that
needs to be joined to another
flower (see chart), work picot
as normal whilst adding a sl st
through the other flower’s picot
10 11 12 before making second ch st.
Work joining corners as folls: in
1ch-sp work 2htr, (1ch, join with
sl st, 1ch, sl st through brackets of
previous st), 2htr.

13 14
15
stitch or space. The stitch will
have a bump on the back, caused
by the slip knot. This can be
unravelled afterwards if you prefer.
FLOWER MOTIF
START Make 15
Work each flower up to
penultimate round (Rnd 4), then
join, using join-as-you-go method,
on last round.
With yarn A, make an
adjustable ring.
Rnd 1: 12htr in ring, fasten off
with an invisible join to second
st – 12htr.
Rnd 2: Join yarn B in any htr,
(sl st, 8ch, miss 1 st) to end of rnd,
fasten off with invisible join to
second st – 6 sl sts, 6x 8ch-sps.
Rnd 3: Join yarn C in any 8ch-sp,
*twist 8ch-sp to the left and work
(2dc, 5ch, 2dc) around top loop
just created, 3ch; rep from * to
end of rnd, close with an invisible
join to second st – 24dc, 6x
5ch-sps, 6x 3ch-sps.
Rnd 4: Working both in Rnds 2
& 3; join yarn D in any htr from
Rnd 1 that already has a sl st in it:
*(pop (see Special Stitches), 1ch)
on left side of sl st in htr from
Rnd 1, 1dc in each of next 2 sts
from Rnd 3, (1htr, 4tr, 1ch, 4tr,
1htr) in 5ch-sp from Rnd 3, 1dc in
each of next 2 sts from Rnd 3, 1ch;
rep from * to end of rnd, close
with invisible join to second tr.
JOINING ROUND
Join motifs horizontally in rows:
five flowers in Row 1, four in
Row 2, three in Row 3, two in
Row 4 and one in Row 5.
ROW 1
Flower 1: No attachment points.
Flowers 2–5: Two attachment
side points to the left.
ROW 2
Flower 1: One attachment point
to the top.
Flowers 6–9: One attachment
point to the top and two to the
left – 6pop, 24dc, 18x 1ch-sps,
12htr.
ROW 3
Flower 1: One attachment point
to the top.
Flower 10–12: One attachment
point to the top and two to
the left.
ROW 4
Flower 13: One attachment point
to the top.
Flower 14: One attachment point
to the top and two to the left.
ROW 5
Flower 15: One attachment point
to the top.
MAKING UP
Work in yarn B throughout.
Attach hanging to a dowel rod by
repeating foll three steps for all
five flowers of top row:
Step 1: Thread yarn on a darning
needle and attach through top
picot of flower.
Step 2: Thread a 10mm/½in bead
over both yarn ends and tie a
double knot as close to bead as

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twist

5 invisible join
slip stitch
chain stitch
double crochet (dc)
raised double crochet back (rdcb)
half treble crochet (htr)
raised half treble back (rhtrb)
2 treble crochet (tr)
1 3 Popcorn (Pop)
Adjustable Ring
4

possible; rep three times in total.

Step 3: Create approximately
3cm/1¼in tall loop by tying a
double knot around dowel rod.
Tip: Try to attach flowers as even
as possible by measuring whilst
tying it to the dowling rod, this
will ensure it hangs straight once
placed on the wall.

TASSELS
Repeat all steps to create and
attach all five tassels:
Step 1: Wrap yarn 35 times
around short side of a pocket
book or piece of card, (tassels
need to be approximately
13cm/5¼in tall when finished).
Step 2: Cut a 35cm/13¾in long
piece of yarn and tie a double knot
around top of tassel tightly before
removing it from pocket book.
Step 3: Cut a 20cm/7¾in long
piece of yarn and tie approximately
1cm/½in down from other knot;
creating a head.
Step 4: Use a pet brush to finished
tassel to separate the threads to
create a more raw look and feel
Step 5: Thread a 20mm/¾in bead
on yarn ends on top of a tassel
and attach through bottom picot
of flower. Secure with a double
knot tied on backside of flower.
Use a darning needle to bring ends
back down inside bead, into tassel
head and out in tassel body.
Step 6: Trim and give a
finishing brush.

FINISHING
For the hanging, cut yarn to a
length of about 80cm/31½in.
Tie the yarn in tight knots oneach
end of dowling rod, trim
ends then hang END
on a wall.

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MATERIALS
● Wool And The Gang
Ra-Ra Raffia, 100% raffia,
100g/250m/273yds
Yarn A: Dune Green x 1 ball
● Chunky weight string or strong
cotton yarn
Yarn B: Small amount
only needed
● 4mm hook
● Stitch marker

YARN ALTERNATIVES
Any raffia yarn will work here.

TENSION
Exact tension is not essential for
this pattern.

MEASUREMENTS
Large placemat measures
30cm/11¾in from stem to tip.
Coaster measures 18cm/7in from
stem to tip.

DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY
Claire is a textiles designer
specialising in knitting and
crochet, constructing fabrics,
garments, creatures and
accessories that are fun, quirky
and modern. Find out more at
www.montyknits.blogspot.com.

SPECIAL STITCHES
Picot: 1dc in next st, 3ch, sl st
back into bottom of ch.

PATTERN NOTES
The mats are made by working
double crochet around a separate
central cord.
Make your adjustable ring and
work Rnd 1, then work each
following round as specified,
holding Cord along top of each
round and working double
crochet stitches over the Cord.

Mats are worked in spirals.

Raffia Leaf Coasters

Place a marker to denote
beginning of round, move marker

& Placemats
up every round.

LARGE PLACEMAT
START With 4mm hook
BY CLAIRE MONTGOMERIE
and yarn A, make
adjustable ring.
This pretty riff on circular raffia placemats will
Rnd 1: 6dc in loop, pull up to
be sure to add a wow factor to your table setting!
tighten loop, do not join rnd, pm
to denote start of rnd – 6dc.
ADD TO THE STASH Work in continuous rnds without
Buy this fab raffia yarn from joining as folls:
www.woolandthegang.com Rnd 2: 2dc in each dc around
– 12dc.

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Lay cord over top of Rnd 2 and
work all Rnd 3 and onwards
sts around cord, trapping it as
you go.
Rnd 3: [2dc in next st, 1dc]
around – 18dc.
Rnd 4: [2dc in next st, 2dc]
around – 24dc.
Rnd 5: [2dc in next st, 3dc]
around – 30dc.
Rnd 6: [2dc in next st, 4dc]
around – 36dc.
Rnd 7: [2dc in next st, 5dc]
around – 42dc.
Rnd 8: [2dc in next st, 6dc]
around – 48dc.
Rnd 9: [2dc in next st, 7dc]
around – 54dc.
Rnd 10: [2dc in next st, 8dc]
around – 60dc.
Rnd 11: [2dc in next st, 9dc]
around – 66dc.
Rnd 12: [2dc in next st, 10dc]
around – 72dc.
Rnd 13: [2dc in next st, 11dc]
twice, 2dc in next st, 2dc, 2htr,
3tr, 2dtr, 2trtr in next st, (3qutr,
1ch, 3qutr) in next st, 2trtr in
next st, 2dtr, 3tr, 2htr, 4dc,
[2dc in next st, 11dc] twice
– 84 sts and 1ch-sp.
Cut off cord and work final
rnd just into the sts and not
around cord. Flo ra l
Rnd 14: (1dc, picot) (see Special
Stitches) to last 2 sts, 1dc, 11ch,
Je w e lle r y
turn, 1dc in second ch from hook
and each of foll 9 ch, 1dc in last st Se t
of rnd. Join rnd with sl st. BY TRACEY TODHUNTER
Fasten off.
Even an absolute beginner can
COASTER
make stunning pieces of jewellery
Work as for Large placemat to
using these simple motifs.
end of Rnd 7.
Rnd 8: [2dc in next st, 6dc]
twice, 2dc in next st, 1dc, 2htr,
2tr, (3dtr, 1ch, 3dtr) in next st,
2tr, 2htr, 3dc, [2dc in next st,
6dc] twice – 58 sts and 1 ch-sp. ADD TO THE STASH
Cut off cord and work final rnd just Buy this pure cotton yarn from
www.purplelindacrafts.co.uk
into the sts and not around cord.
Rnd 9: (1dc, picot) in each st to
ch-sp, picot, 1dc in ch-sp, (picot,
1dc) in each st to last st, 11ch,
turn, 1dc in second ch from hook
and each of foll 9 ch, 1dc in last st
of rnd. Join rnd with sl st.
Fasten off.
FINISHING
Weave in all ends neatly END
and block to shape.
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MATERIALS
● DMC Natura Just Cotton,
100% cotton,
50g/155m/170yds
Yarn A: Safran N47 x 1 ball
Yarn B: Giroflée N85 x 1 ball
Yarn C: Lin N78 x 1 ball
Yarn D: Gardenia N36 x 1 ball
● 2.75mm hook
● Beads or buttons to embellish
● Jewellery findings such as
earring blanks and brooch
backs
● Needle and matching
cotton thread.
YARN ALTERNATIVES
Use any yarn to make similar
pieces. The heavier the yarn
weight, the chunkier the
jewellery pieces will be.
TENSION
Exact tension is not essential for
these designs.
DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY
Tracey specialises in crochet
homewares and accessories.
You can find free patterns, tips
and crochet news on her website
www.grannycoolcrochet.com
or follow her on Instagram
@grannycoolcrochet.
SPECIAL STITCHES
Bobble: (Yrh, insert hk in ring,
yrh, pull through loop, yrh, pull
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through two loops) three times,
yrh, pull through all 4 loops
on hk.
CUFF
START Use any combination
of colours to make
the cuff.
Make approximately ten of each
motif in various colours.
CUFF BASE & LINER
Make two
With chosen yarn and 2.75mm
hook, 51ch, join with sl st being
careful not to twist sts.
Rnd 1: 1dc in second ch from hk
and in each ch around, do not
join with sl st, do not turn.
Rnd 2: Dc around.
Rep Rnd 2 until cuff measures
5cm/2in (or desired width).
Fasten off yarn.
Weave in ends and set both
pieces aside.
Make the embellishments.
LARGE CIRCLE
With 2.75mm hook and chosen
yarn, 6ch, join with sl st to make
a ring.
Rnd 1: 3ch, 9tr in ring, join with
sl st to top of 3ch. Fasten off yarn.
SMALL CIRCLE
With 2.75mm hook and chosen
yarn, 6ch, join with sl st to make
a ring.
Rnd 1: 1ch, 8dc in ring, join with piece and stitch two cuff pieces
sl st to first dc. together (or join at top
Fasten off yarn. and bottom with one END
round of dc).
FIVE PETAL FLOWER
With 2.75mm hook and chosen NECKLACE
yarn, 6ch, join with sl st to make START Using 2.75mm hook,
a ring. 151ch.
Rnd 1: *2ch, 1 bobble (see Row 1: 1dc in second ch from
Special Stitches), 2ch, sl st in hk and in each ch to end, turn
ring; rep from * four times (five – 150dc.
petals made). Row 2: 1ch, dc to end, turn.
Fasten off yarn. Row 3: 1ch, dc to end.
Fasten off.
ROSEBUD
With 2.75mm hook and chosen FINISHING
yarn, 22ch. Make a selection of circles and
Row 1: 1dc in second ch from flowers in chosen colours and
hk, 1dc in each ch to end, turn attach to necklace.
– 21dc. Embellish with beads as described
Row 2: 3ch (counts as 1tr), 6tr for cuff.
in fourth ch from hk, sl st in next Sew a clip to each end END
dc, (7tr in next dc, sl st in next dc) to fasten.
five times, (5tr in next dc, 1sl st in
next dc) three times, sl st in each EARRINGS
of next 3 dc. START Make two flowers
Fasten off yarn, leaving a and sew a bead to
long tail. centre. Sew an earring blank to
Roll flower into a small rosette each flower.
and secure using long yarn tail.
Use same motifs to make
MAKING UP brooches or larger, chunkier
Sew circles and flowers to first pieces as you wish.
cuff piece, arranging motifs and You could also supplement with
colours in a way that pleases you. your favourite flower motifs,
Stitch a bead to centre of each such as those from
motif. Inside Crochet issues END
Slip cuff liner inside first cuff 100 and 104.
 MATERIALS
● Paintbox Yarns Cotton
DK, 100% cotton,
50g/125m/137yds
Yarn A: Vanilla Cream 408
x 2 balls
Yarn B: Pistachio Green 425
x 1 ball
Yarn C: Dusty Rose 442
x 1 ball
Yarn D: Melon Sorbet 417
x 1 ball
● 4mm hook
YARN ALTERNATIVES
Use any DK weight cotton to
achieve a similar effect.
TENSION
Exact tension is not critical for
this design.
MEASUREMENTS
Made to fit a pot measuring
approx 13cm/5in wide x
13cm/5in tall.
DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY
Kate loves designing colourful
crochet pieces using simple
stitches that everyone can try.
Find her patterns online at
www.jellybeanjunction.co.uk, her
blog at blog.jellybeanjunction.
co.uk and on Instagram
@jellybean_junction.
Bo bble s SPECIAL STITCHES
Bobble: [Yoh, insert hook in
& Stripe s st, yoh and pull through a loop,
yoh and pull through 2 loops]
Po t Co ve r five times in same st (6 loops
on hook), yoh, pull through all
BY KATE ROWELL 6 loops.
Using neutral tones and texture, PATTERN NOTES
this is the ideal way to keep your 2ch or 1ch at start of round and
plants cosy and give your pots sl st at end of round do not
count as a stitch.
a fresh new look.
PLANT POT
START COVER
With yarn A, make an
adjustable ring.
Rnd 1: 2ch, 12tr, sl st in top of
ADD TO THE STASH 2ch – 12tr.
Buy this pure cotton yarn from Rnd 2: 2ch, 2tr in each st around,
www.lovecrafts.com
sl st in top of 2ch – 24tr.
Rnd 3: 2ch, [1tr in next st, 2tr
in next st] around, sl st in top of
2ch – 36tr.
Rnd 4: 2ch, [1tr in each of next
2 sts, 2tr in next st] around, sl st
in top of 2ch – 48tr.
Rnd 5: 2ch, [1tr in each of next
3 sts, 2tr in next st] around, sl st
in top of 2ch – 60tr.
Rnd 6: 2ch, [1tr in each of next
4 sts, 2tr in next st] around, sl st
in top of 2ch – 72tr.
Rnd 7: 1ch, 72dcblo, sl st in
first dc.
Rnd 8: 1ch, 1dc in same st,
[1 bobble (see Special Stitches)
in next st, 1ch, 1dc, miss next st]
to last 2 sts, 1 bobble in next st,
1ch, 1dc in last st, sl st in first dc
– 24 bobbles.
Rnd 9: 2ch, 1 bobble in same st,
1ch, 1dc in top of bobble, [miss
1ch, 1 bobble in dc, 1ch, 1dc in
top of bobble] around to last
2 sts, miss last ch, miss last dc,
sl st in top of 2ch – 24 bobbles.
Rnds 10–13: As Rnd 9.
Change to yarn B.
Rnd 14: 1ch, 1dc in same st, [2dc
in top of bobble, miss 1ch, 1dc
in next dc] around, sl st in first
dc – 72dc.
Rnd 15: 1ch, 72dc around, sl st
in first dc.
Change to yarn C.
Rnds 16 & 17: As Rnd 15.
Change to yarn D.
Rnds 18 & 19: As Rnd 15.
Change to yarn A.
Rnd 20: 1ch, 1dc in same st, [1
bobble in next st, 1ch, 1dc, miss
next st] around to last 2 sts, 1
bobble in next st, 1ch, 1dc in last
st, sl st in first dc – 24 bobbles.
Rnds 21–26: As Rnd 9.
Fasten off and sew END
in ends.
END
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MATERIALS
● Wool and the Gang Shiny
Happy Cotton,
100% cotton,
100g/142m/155yds
Yarn A: Chalk Yellow x 2 balls
Yarn B: Oz x 2 balls
Yarn C: Bazaar Orange x 2 balls
Yarn D: White x 3 balls
● 7mm hook
● Stitch marker

YARN ALTERNATIVES
You can use any aran-weight
cotton to achieve a similar effect.

TENSION
Work 13dc and 17 rows to
measure 10 x 10cm/4 x 4in using
7mm hook, or size required to
obtain tension.

MEASUREMENTS
Finished blanket is approximately
70 x 92cm/27½ x 36¼in.

DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY
Follow Emily over on Instagram
@lostinknit where you can find
lots of inspiration, from crochet
to macramé.

PATTERN NOTES
1ch at start of row does not
count as st.

When working chart, work from

right to left for odd-numbered
rows and left to right for even-
numbered rows.

When changing colour make sure

to change on the last step of the
stitch before the colour change.

When working the chart carry

yarn D across the whole chart but
work in intarsia method with the
other colours (eg one ball for each

Mo n s te ra Bla n ke t colour section).

BY EMILY PLATT BLANKET

The perfect blanket to take you through all
of springtime, great for the home or garden!
ADD TO THE STASH
Buy this pure cotton yarn from
www.woolandthegang.com
START Using yarn A and 7mm
hook, 86ch.
Row 1: (RS) 1dc in second ch from
hook and in each ch to end, turn
– 85dc.
Row 2: 1ch, dc to end, turn.
Continue working last row until
work measures 7cm/2¾in.
Change to yarn B.
Cont working Row 2 until yarn B
stripe measures 7cm/2¾in.
Change to yarn C.
Cont working Row 2 until yarn C

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 Monstera Chart
47
46
45
44
43
42
41
40
39
38
37
36
35
34
33
32
31
30
29
28
27
26
25
24
23
22
21
20
19
18
17
16
15
14
13
12
11
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1

Row 2: 1ch, dc to PM, work Yarn A

Row 2 of Chart, turn.
Yarn B
Cont working Chart until all
rows have been worked. Yarn C

stripe measures 7cm/2¾in, ending
with a RS row.
Change to yarn D.
Work three more rows.
With RS facing begin working
Chart A using tapestry crochet
method, PM at end of chart, then
work in dc in yarn D only to end
of row.
Row 1: 1ch, work Row 1 of Chart,
PM, dc to end, turn.
Yarn D
Cont in yarn D only.
Work in dc until work measures
approximately 40cm/15¾in from Next Rnd: 1ch, work in dc evenly
start of yarn D. along each side of blanket working
Change to yarn C. (1dc, 1ch, 1dc) in each corner, join
Work in dc until yarn C stripe with sl st to beg of rnd.
measures 7cm/2¾in. Next Rnd: 1ch, dc around
Change to yarn B. working (1dc, 1ch, 1dc) in each
Work in dc until yarn B stripe corner ch-sp, join with sl st to beg
measures 7cm/2¾in. of rnd. Fasten off.
Change to yarn A. Change to yarn B.
Work in dc until yarn A stripe Rep last rnd twice more.
measures 7cm/2¾in, ending with Fasten off yarn B.
a WS row. Change to yarn A.
Fasten off. Rep last rnd twice more.
Fasten off.
BORDER
With RS facing, join yarn C to any FINISHING END
corner with sl st. Weave in all ends.

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MATERIALS
● Scheepjes Organicon,
100% cotton,
50g/170m/187yds
Yarn A: Sapling 213 x 3 balls
Yarn B: Gentle Primrose 211
x 1 ball
Yarn C: Apple blossom 207
x 1 ball
Yarn D: Lavender 205 x 1 ball
Yarn E: Desert Bloom 209
x 1 ball
Yarn F: Bright Ocean 215
x 1 ball
● 3.5mm hook
● Cushion pad, 33 x 43cm/
13 x 17in

YARN ALTERNATIVES
You can use any 4ply cotton yarn
that works to the same tension
for this design.

TENSION
Work one hexagon to measure
approximately 7cm/2¾in across
using 3.5mm hook, or size
required to obtain tension. This
will stretch to approximately 8cm/
3¼in once cushion is stuffed.

MEASUREMENTS
Finished size: 33 x 43cm/
13 x 17in.

DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY
Cassie enjoyed creating new
interiors for her home, and loves
the sense of originality when she
designs something from scratch.

SPECIAL STITCHES
Cluster (cl): (Yoh, insert hook in
st, yoh, pull yarn through, yoh,
pull yarn through 2 lps) three
times in same st (4 lps on hook),
yoh, pull through all 4 lps.

PATTERN NOTES
Work hexagons using the
following colour combinations:

Ro u n d a n d Ro u n d Make 12 hexagons as follows:

Rnd 1: Yarn B.
th e Ga rde n Cu s h io n Rnd 2: Yarn F.
Rnds 3 & 4: Yarn A.
BY CASSIE WARD
Make 12 hexagons and 2 half
This delicate cushion is made up of hexagons in hexagons as follows:
a pretty floral design, packing a punch with its Rnd 1: Yarn B.
bright and zesty palette. Rnd 2: Yarn C.
Rnds 3 & 4: Yarn A.
ADD TO THE STASH
Buy this pure cotton yarn from Make 12 hexagons as follows:
www.blacksheepwools.com Rnd 1: Yarn C.

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 slip stitch
chain stitch
double crochet (dc)
treble crochet (tr)
Cluster (Cl)
4 same (first) dc and in each of next
3 1 2 Rnd 2: Yarn B.
Rnds 3 & 4: Yarn A.
Make 12 hexagons as follows:
Rnd 1: Yarn E.
4
Rnd 2: Yarn D.
3 Rnds 3 & 4: Yarn A.
Make 11 hexagons as follows:
2 Rnd 1: Yarn D.
Rnd 2: Yarn E.
1 Rnds 3 & 4: Yarn A.
HEXAGONS
START Make 59
Using first yarn and
3.5mm hook, 4ch, sl st in first ch
to join.
Rnd 1: (RS) 1ch, 6dc in ring, sl st
to join.
Fasten off.
Rnd 2: With RS facing, join
second yarn to any dc, (3ch, 1cl
(see Special Stitches), 3ch, 1dc)
in same dc as join, (1dc, 3ch, 1cl,
3ch, 1dc) in each of next 5 dc.
Fasten off.
Rnd 3: With WS facing, join
yarn A in top of any cl, [1dc, 4ch]
around, sl st in first dc to
join, turn.
Rnd 4: (RS) Sl st in first 4ch-
sp, 3ch, (2tr, 2ch, 3tr) in same
4ch-sp, (3tr, 2ch 3tr) in each
4ch-sp around, sl st in top of 3ch
to join.
Fasten off.
HALF HEXAGONS
Make two
Using first yarn and 3.5mm hook,
4ch, sl st in first ch to join.
Row 1: (RS) 1ch, 3dc in ring, do
not join.
Row 2: With RS facing, join
second yarn in first dc, 6ch, 1dc
in same dc, (1dc ,3ch, 1cl, 1dc) in
2 dc, (1dc, 6ch,1dc) in last dc.
Fasten off.
Row 3: With WS facing, join
yarn A in top of third of 6ch, 1dc
in same ch, 2ch, 1dc in top of cl,
(4ch, 1dc in top of cl) twice, 2ch,
1 dc in third of 6ch, turn.
Row 4: 3ch, 2tr in 2ch-sp, (3tr,
2ch, 3tr) in each of next two
4ch-sps, 3tr in last 2ch-sp.
Fasten off.
MAKING UP
Sew in all ends.
Join hexagons using schematic as
a guide, leaving one end open.
Join using whip stitch from WS,
with RS together.
Insert cushion pad.
Join remaining seam.
TASSELS
Make four
Wrap yarn A around a 10cm/4in
length piece of card 75 times.
Thread 20cm/8in piece of yarn
through and tie at top.
Cut along bottom of card.
Tie another length of yarn
approximately 1cm/½in from
first tie at top.
Trim tassels evenly.
Straighten yarn in tassel using
a low heat iron
Attach tassel to each END
corner of cushion.
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MATERIALS
● Scheepjes Catona,
100% cotton,
50g/126m/138yds
Yarn A: Jet Black 110
x 3 balls
Yarn B: Bridal White 105
x 3 balls
Yarn C: Metal Grey 242
x 3 balls
Yarn D: Lime Juice 392
x 2 balls
● 2.5mm hook
● Fabric stiffener
● Label (optional)

TENSION
Exact tension is not crucial
for these designs.

MEASUREMENTS
Height including cuff is
20cm/7¾in, diameter is
15cm/6in.

DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY
Natasja teaches mochila
crochet workshops at Wolcafé
in the Netherlands, and has
just written Fair Isle Crochet
Workshop, a collection of
15 modern colourwork projects
for the home.

PATTERN NOTES
When working the Fair Isle
pattern from charts, work all
stitches through the back
loop only.
Carry yarns not used behind
stitches, working your stitches
around the yarn to encase it
as you go. For the bases of the
holders, carry the same colour
alongside your stitches to give
the same weight to the fabric

Pla n t H o lde rs as the sides.

PINEAPPLE
BY NATASJA VREESWIJK START PLANT HOLDER
These stylish, contemporary plant pot holders BASE
The base is worked using
are a great introduction to Fair Isle crochet.
standard dc working through
both loops.
Use the same colour for the
carried yarn as the one you use
to work the base.

Rnd 1: Using yarn B, make an

These str iking design s are taken
from Fair Isle Crochet W ork shop
by Natasja Vreeswijk
(Search Press, £ 9.99).
Tu rn to page 13 fo r o u r re vie w
adjustable ring and work 8dc
into ring – 8 sts.
Rnd 2: 2dc in each st around
– 16 sts.
Rnd 3: *1dc, 2dc in next st; rep
from * to end of round – 24 sts.

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CROSSES PLANT HOLDER

86 Inside Crochet
Rnd 4: *1dc, 2dc in next st,
1dc; rep from * to end of round
– 32 sts.
Rnd 5: *3dc, 2dc in next st;
rep from * to end of round
– 40 sts.
Rnd 6: *2dc, 2dc in next st,
2dc; rep from * to end of round
– 48 sts.
Rnd 7: *5dc, 2dc in next st;
rep from * to end of round
– 56 sts. D igita l s u bs criptio n s s ta rt fro m
Rnd 8: *3dc, 2dc in next st,
3dc; rep from * to end of round as little as £ 19 .9 9 fo r s ix m o n th s
– 64 sts.
Rnd 9: *7dc, 2dc in next st;
rep from * to end of round £19.99 FOR
6 MONTHS
– 72 sts. £34.99 FOR
Rnd 10: *4dc, 2dc in next st, 12 MONTHS

4dc; rep from * to end of round

– 80 sts.

Rnd 11: *9dc, 2dc in next st;

rep from * to end of round
– 88 sts.
Rnd 12: *5dc, 2dc in next st,
5dc; rep from * to end of round
– 96 sts.
Rnd 13: *11dc, 2dc in next st;
rep from * to end of round
– 104 sts.
Rnd 14: *6dc, 2dc in next st,
6dc; rep from * to end of round
– 112 sts.
Rnd 15: *13dc, 2dc in next
st; rep from * to end of round
– 120 sts.
*Covermount gifts not available with digital versions

Do not fasten off.

Strengthen the base with

fabric stiffener. Leave it to dry
thoroughly before proceeding.

SIDES
Work the side in a spiral
using the Fair Isle technique
(see Pattern Notes), working
through back loops only and
following the chart. Because
you’re not increasing any more,
the work will increase in height.
Add the required colours and
work according to the chart.
Fasten off.

Using yarn C, work 20 rounds

of standard dc working through
both loops for the cuff. CROSSES PLANT AMPERSAND
Finish with a sl st in the last START HOLDER START PLANT HOLDER
dc of the previous round and Work as for Work as for
fasten off. Pineapple Plant Holder above. Pineapple Plant Holder above.
Weave in any loose ends.
Work the base in yarn A. Work the base in yarn C.
Fold the cuff over and END Use yarn D and work 20 END Use yarn B and work 20 END
stitch on the label. rounds of dc for the cuff. rounds of dc for the cuff.

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MATERIALS
● Scheepjes Softfun,
50% cotton/50% acrylic,
50g/140m/153yds
Yarn A: Dark Green 2535
x 4 (5, 6) balls
Yarn B: Light Green 2517
x 2 (2, 3) balls
Yarn C: Brown 2431 x 1 ball
● 4mm hook
● Yarn needle

YARN ALTERNATIVES
You can use any DK weight with
50% or more cotton to achieve
a similar effect.

TENSION
Work 32htr and 16 rows to
measure 10 x 10cm/4 x 4in using
4mm hook, or size required to
obtain tension.

DESIGNER BIOGRAPHY
Jess designs mostly for babies
and children, and her aim is to
create garments that are fun
and practical. She is influenced
by traditional textiles, toys and
nature. Find her on Instagram
@rock_salt_plum.

PATTERN NOTES
Chains count as a treble in the
spruce tree motifs but
not elsewhere.

Jumper is worked in rounds,

do not turn unless otherwise
instructed.

In order to keep the yoke

straight, miss first half treble
of previous round and start
crocheting in next stitch on all
odd numbered rounds.

YOKE
START Foundation Rnd: (RS)

Spru ce Sw e ate r With yarn A, 68 (78,

BY JESS BENNETT
Inspired by the pale green growth on spruce
trees, this is a great spring sweater for boys
and girls made in a cotton rich yarn.
ADD TO THE STASH
Buy this cotton-blend yarn from
www.blacksheepwools.com
88)ch, join with a sl st.
Rnd 1: 1ch, 1dc in each ch around,
join with sl st – 68 (78, 88)dc.
Rnd 2: 3ch (counts as 1htr, 1ch),
1htr in same st, 11 (13, 15)htr,
(1htr, 1ch, 1htr) in next st, 21 (24,
27)htr, (1htr, 1ch, 1htr) in next st,
11 (13, 15)htr, (1htr, 1ch, 1htr) in
next st, 21, (24, 27)htr, join with
sl st in ch-sp – 72 (82, 92)htr.
Rnd 3: (1htr, 1ch, 1htr) in ch-sp,
miss first htr, 1htr in each st to
next ch-sp, (1htr, 1ch, 1htr) in
ch-sp, 23 (26, 29)htr, (1htr, 1ch,
1htr) in ch-sp, 13 (15, 17)htr,

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(1htr, 1ch, 1htr) in ch-sp, 23 (26,
29)htr – 80 (90, 100)htr.
Rnd 4: (1htr, 1ch, 1htr) in ch-sp,
15 (17, 19)htr, (1htr, 1ch, 1htr) in
ch-sp, 25 (28, 31)htr, (1htr, 1ch,
1htr) in ch-sp, 15 (17, 19)htr,
(1htr, 1ch, 1htr) in ch-sp, 25 (28,

¾, 20¾¾)in
43 (48, 53)cm
31)htr – 88 (98, 108)htr.

¾
Rnds 5–15 (16, 17): Cont as set 29 (31,33)cm
29 (31, 33)cm
working (1htr, 1ch, 1htr) in each ½ 11½ ½
11 (12, 13)in
(12, 13)in

17 (18¾

¾
ch-sp and increasing by 8 sts per

¾
round – 176 (194, 212)htr.
½

¾
DIVIDE FOR SLEEVES
Rnd 1: 49 (54, 59)htr, miss
39 (43, 47)htr, htr2tog over
both ch-sps, 49 (54, 59)htr, ¼ ¾ ¼ ¾
miss 39 (43, 47)htr, htr2tog
over both ch-sps.
67 (73, 79)cm
Rnd 2: Htr around – 100 (110,
120)htr. ¼¼ (28¾
26 ¾, 31)in

Rnd 3: Rep Rnd 2.

Fasten off.
SPRUCE TREE MOTIF
FOUNDATION SHAPE
Foundation Rnd 1: (RS) Join
yarn B at underarm, 1ch, dc
around – 100 (110, 120)dc.
Foundation Rnd 2: (Charts A
and B) *Miss 1dc, 5tr in next st,
miss next dc, sl st in next st, 2ch,
sl st in next st, TURN, 1tr in sl st
(see Chart), 2tr in each of next
4 tr, sl st to next dc on right to
join – 10tr. Fasten off.
With RS facing, miss next 4 dc,
join yarn with sl st in next st;
rep from * a further 9 (10, 11)
times around.
TREE SHAPE
Step 1: (Chart C) With RS facing,
miss 2ch of foundation shape
(on RH side) and join yarn A with
sl st in next tr, 5tr in second of
3 unworked dc, sl st to second tr

Chart A
CHART A

3 2 1 3 2 1

Miss 4dc

CHART B

CHART C

JOIN TO THIS ONE FOR TREE SHAPE

CHART D

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on foundation shape on LH side,

2ch, miss next tr of foundation
shape and sl st in next tr (ie in
fourth tr), turn – 5 sts.
Step 2: (Chart D) 1tr in same st
as 2ch, 1tr, 2tr in next tr, 1tr, 2tr
in top of 2ch, miss next tr on
Foundation Shape and sl st to
next tr on Foundation Shape (ie
fourth tr) – 8 sts. Fasten off.
Rep Steps 1 and 2 a further 9 (10,
11) more times around.

Next Rnd: Join yarn B at

underarm, 1ch, 1dc in each st
around, join with sl st – 100 (110,
120)dc.
Next Rnd: Sl st around
– 100 (110, 120) sl sts.
Fasten off.
Next Rnd: Join yarn C at sl st at
centre of foundation shape, 2ch
(does not count as st), *4tr, miss
1 sl st, 1tr, 1tr in missed sl st, 4tr;
rep from * to end, join with sl st
– 100 (110, 120)tr. Fasten off yarn A, join in yarn C.
Fasten off. Rnd 30 (32, 34): 1ch, dc around,
join with sl st – 32 (36, 39)dc.
Repeat Spruce Tree motif Rnd 31 (33, 35): Sl st around.
three (four, five) more times, Fasten off.
alternating yarns A and B on each
repeat as shown in photograph. CUFF EDGING
Join yarn B at underarm edge
Work remainder of body section of cuff.
as folls: Row 1: 5ch, turn.
Rnd 1: Join yarn A, htr around Cont to work as for Bottom
– 100 (110, 120)htr. Edging working a total of 32 (36,
Rnds 2 & 3: Rep Rnd 2. 38) rows.
Fasten off yarn A, join in yarn C.
Rnd 4: Dc around. NECK EDGING
Rnd 5: Sl st around. Rnd 1: Join yarn C at left back,
Fasten off. (1ch, 1dc), dc2tog twice, 8 (10,
12)dc, dc2tog twice, 17 (20, 23)
BOTTOM EDGING dc, dc2tog twice, 8 (10, 12)dc,
Row 1: Join in yarn B, 5ch, turn. dc2tog twice, 17 (21, 24)dc, join
Row 2: 1dc in second ch from with sl st – 60 (70, 80)dc.
hook and in each of next 3 ch, Rnd 2: Sl st around.
1dc in each of next 2 yarn C sts Fasten off.
on main body section, turn. Rnd 3: Join yarn B, 1ch, dc
Row 2: 4dcblo, turn. around.
Row 3: 1ch, 4dcblo, 1dc in each Fasten off.
of next 2 sts of body, turn.
Rows 4–100 (110, 120): Rep FINISHING END
Rows 2 & 3. Weave in ends.
Joining Row: Sl st together.
Fasten off.
4–5yrs 6–7yrs 8–9yrs
SLEEVES ACTUAL CHEST 67 73 79 cm
Both alike
26¼ 28¾ 31 in
Rnd 1: Join yarn A with sl st at
underarm ch-sp, 2ch, htr around SLEEVE SEAM 29 31 33 cm
– 39 (43, 47)htr. 11½ 12 13 in
Rnds 2–29 (31, 33): Htr around, LENGTH 43 48 53 cm
working htr2tog at start of every
17 18¾ 20¾ in
fourth rnd.

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Howto

Crochet
The gorgeous, fluffy
Esme Cardigan
by Annelies Baes
(issue 62) is worked
I have always believed
that anyone can learn to
crochet, so long as you
in one piece, which follow one simple rule:
means minimal
finishing! don’t try to run before you
can chain! The chain is the
most simple of stitches
and therefore ideal for
practising the all-important hold, which helps create
the perfect tension for forming all the following
stitches. When my mother taught me to crochet,
she followed her grandmother’s lead and helped
me to hook metre upon metre of chain before I
was shown any further stitches. It was a fantastic
foundation for learning the more difficult
techniques. Once your chains are looking even
and feel comfortable to create, then progressing
on to the stitches becomes much easier.
If at any point you feel as if you have lost your
hold, simply go back to those comforting lengths
of chain until your confidence returns. My biggest
tip is to remember that this wonderful craft is well
known for being relaxing and fun, so find a comfy
chair, some free time and just enjoy it!
Happy crocheting…

TEACH
YOURSELF
How to hold the work,
chains, double
& treble crochet,
slip stitch TURN THE PAGE FOR ALL
YOU NEED TO GET STARTED

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 THE BASICS GETTING STARTED
To crochet smoothly and efficiently, you must hold the hook SLIPKNOT CHAIN
and yarn in a relaxed, comfortable and consistent fashion. This
will also ensure that your tension is even and accurate. There A slipknot creates the first Most crochet projects begin
are two main ways of holding the hook and two main ways loop on the hook. with a length of chain. This is
to tension the yarn. You can choose whichever combination the perfect stitch to practise
feels more natural for you, or a variation on these. your hold and tension with.

HOLDING THE HOOK

1 Make a loop in the yarn

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

2 Pull the ends of the yarn to

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

The action of working

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

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THE MAIN STITCHES
SLIP STITCH
(sl st)
A slip stitch is usually used to
join one stitch to another, or to
join a stitch to another point.
It is generally made by picking
up two strands of a stitch but
when used all over, you usually
only pick up the back loop.
1 Insert hook into st or chain
required. Yarn over hook, as
when you make a chain. Pull
a loop through all stitches/
loops/work on hook to finish
slip stitch.
COUNTING
A CHAIN
The right side of your chain is
the one that looks like a little
plait of “v” shapes. Each “v” is
a stitch and must be counted.
When you are working the
chain, you do not count the
slipknot, but begin to count
your chain when you pull
through the first loop. To count
the chain afterwards you
count the slipknot as the first
stitch, but not the loop on the
hook, or “working” loop.
➻ HOW TO CROCHET
This adorable
Cupcake Ella
amigurumi by Lydia
Tresselt (issue 100)
uses simple dc
stitches for a
sweet finish!
Double crochet stitches
are perfect for m aking
am igurum i, w hile treble
crochets are used to
create the classic granny
square design
DOUBLE CROCHET (dc)
The smallest stitch, creating a dense fabric perfect for amigurumi.
1 Insert hook into
chain or stitch, front to
back. Yarn over hook
and draw through
stitch to front, leaving
you with two loops
on the hook. Yarn
round hook.
2 Draw through both
loops to finish the
stitch. Double
crochet completed.
HALF TREBLE CROCHET (htr)
Slightly taller than a double crochet stitch, with a softer drape to the resulting fabric.
1 Yarn over hook, insert
hook into st from front
to back and draw loop
through stitch only.
This gives you three
loops on the hook.
Yarn round hook.
2 Draw yarn through
three remaining loops
on the hook together
to complete half treble.
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of gorgeous colour combinations, floral
mandalas and on-trend homewares.
Uplifting, inspiring and fun!
www.lookatwhatimade.net
➻ Inside Crochet designer Dedri Uys sets
out to inspire with her website of tutorials,
free patterns and CAL information.
www.haakmaarraak.nl
➻ Scheepjes blogger Kirsten Ballering’s
website offers lots of bright homewares
inspiration with plenty of free patterns.
www.lovecrafts.com
➻ LoveCrafts isn’t just a great value shop for
yarn, hooks and patterns, it also has a
thriving Community section where you can
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with almost seven million members, Ravelry
is your one-stop site for indie patterns, yarn
information, forums and project galleries.
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TREBLE CROCHET
(tr)
The tallest of the basic
stitches, great for using within
more complex patterns.
1 Yarn round hook, insert hook
into stitch from front to back
and draw loop through stitch
only. This gives you three loops
on the hook. Yarn round hook.
2 Pull loop through two loops.
Two loops on hook. Yarn
round hook.
3 Pull loop through the
remaining two loops to
complete treble, repeat to
end of row.
FASTEN OFF
Pull up final loop of last stitch to make it bigger
and cut the yarn, leaving enough of an end to
weave in. Pull end through loop, and pull up
tightly to secure.
COUNTING STITCHES
Count the post or “stem” of each stitch from the
side of your work. Each post counts as one stitch.
Double crochet
Treble crochet
Try t o coun t your st it ches a t regu
lar
int erva ls, usua lly a t the end of
ever y,
or ever y othe r, row and esp ecia lly
a f t er an incr ea se or decr ea se row.
It is b est t o try t o ca t ch any mist
ake s
a s q uick ly a s p ossib le, a s this will
mak e them muc h ea sier t o rect i fy!
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ABBREVIATIONS A note
on... Hook sizes
Note: Inside Crochet uses UK terms throughout
➻ Hook sizes and their designations vary
alt · alternate etr · extended treble prev · previous from country to country. When following
bef · before est · established rem · remain(s); remaining the recommendations in a pattern or on
beg · begin(s); beginning fdc · foundation double rep(s) · repeat(s) a ball band, make sure to check which
size convention is being used.
bet · between crochet rev dc · reverse double
blo · back loop only flo · front loop only crochet CROCHET HOOK SIZES
ch(s) · chain(s) foll · follows; following rnd(s) · round(s)
ch-sp(s) · chain space(s) ftr · foundation treble RS · right side Metric (mm) UK US
cl(s) · cluster(s) crochet rtrf · raised treble front 0.6 14
cm · centimetre(s) g · gram(s) rtrb · raised treble back 0.75 12
cont · continue(s); gp(s) · group(s) sl · slip
1 11
continuing hk · hook sl st · slip stitch
1.25 7
dc · double crochet htr · half treble crochet sp(s) · space(es)
dc2tog · work two dc htr2tog · work two htr st(s) · stitch(es) 1.5 6
together together t-ch(s) · turning chain(s) 1.75 5
dec(s) · decrease(s); inc(s) · increase(s); tog · together 2 14
decreasing; decreased increasing; increased tr · treble crochet 2.25 B/1
dtr · double treble crochet in · inch(es) trtr · triple treble 2.5 12
dtr2tog · work two dtr lp(s) · loop(s) tr2tog · work two trebles 2.75 C/2
together m · stitch marker together
3 10
ea · each mm · millimetre(s) WS · wrong side
3.25 D/3
ech · extended chain nc · not closed yd(s) · yard(s)
edc · extended double patt · pattern yoh · yarn over hook 3.5 9 E/4
crochet pm · place marker yrh · yarn round hook 3.75 F/5
4 8 G/6
4.5 7 7
BREAKING THE LANGUAGE BARRIER 5 6 H/8
UK and US terms have differing meanings which can create difficulty for the 5.5 5 I/9
crocheter. Here’s a handy reference guide to overcome any misunderstandings. 6 4 J/10
6.5 3 K-/101/2
UK TERMS US TERMS 7 2
Chain Chain 8 0 L/11
Miss Skip
9 00 M /13
Slip stitch Slip stitch
10 000 N/15
Double crochet Single crochet
11.5 O
Half treble crochet Half double crochet
Treble crochet Double crochet 12 P
Double treble crochet Treble crochet 15 Q
Triple treble crochet Double treble crochet 20 S
Raised treble back/front Back/front post dc

CHARTS KEY
adjustable ring fl only tr rtrf tr2tog 3-tr cl
sl st dc
dtr tr3tog popcorn
ch fdc rtrb

bl only htr puff linked tr

trtr dc2tog

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 Errata
CORRECTIONS IN BOLD

Rnd 12: Using yarn H, rep Row 5,
turn. Fasten off yarn H.
Rnd 13: Join yarn G in any dc, 3ch
(counts as 1tr), 1tr in each st
around, sl st to top of 3ch to
join, turn. Fasten off yarn G.
Rnd 14: Using yarn A rep Row 6,
turn. Fasten off yarn A.
Rnd 15: Using yarn D rep Row 5,
ZESTY SCARF do not turn. Fasten off yarn D.
ISSUE 121 page 68
With 5mm hook and yarn A, TWIGGY DRESS
45ch. ISSUE 122 page 46
FULL MOTIF
Rnd 2: Join yarn C in any
ch-sp, (3ch, 1ch, 1tr) in ch-sp to
create corner, 1tr in each tr to
next corner ch-sp, *(1tr, 1ch,
1tr) in corner ch-sp, 1tr in each
tr to next corner; rep from *
around, sl st to top of 3 ch to
join. Fasten off yarn C.
Rnd 8: Join yarn A in any corner
ECLECTIC JUMPER 1ch-sp, (2ch, 1ch, 1htr) in same
ISSUE 119 page 46 sp, 1htr in each tr to next corner
1ch-sp, *(1htr, 1ch, 1htr) in
BACK corner ch1-sp, 1htr in each tr to
Please follow written next corner 1ch-sp; rep from *
instructions rather than chart as around, sl st to top of 3 ch to
row numbers are mis-labelled join. Fasten off yarn A.
and Row 9 is missing.
Row 7: 4ch (counts as 1tr, 1ch HALF HEXAGON
miss 1 dc, [2tr, 1ch, miss 1 dc, 2tr] Row 2: 3ch, 1tr in each tr to
to last 3 dc, 1ch, miss 1 dc, 2tr, next corner ch-sp, *(1tr, 1ch,
change to yarn A on last pull 1tr) in corner sp, 1tr in each tr;
through, turn. rep from * around changing to
Row 8: 4ch (counts as 1dtr), yarn A on last pull through, turn.
1dtr in next tr, [1dtr in ch-sp, Fasten off yarn C.
2dtr] to last ch-sp, 1dtr in last Row 8: 2ch, 1htr in each tr to
ch-sp, 1dtr in top of 3ch, turn.
Row 9: 1ch, 1dc in each dtr to
end, turn, change to yarn G MONOCHROME JUMPER CHART
on last pull through.
Fasten off yarn A.
Rows 10 & 11: As written. TO FIT BUST
Row 12: 1ch, 1dc in each htr
to end.
ACTUAL BUST
corner ch-sp, *(1htr, 1ch, SLEEVES
1htr) in corner ch-sp, 1htr in Cont working chart B, increasing
each tr; rep from * once more. 1 st at each end of every alt row,
Fasten off. by working 2 tr in first and last
st, until there are 74 (74, 78,
DIAGONAL HALF 78, 82) sts.
HEXAGON Cont without shaping until
Rnd 2: 4ch, 1tr in 1ch-sp, 1tr in sleeve measures
each tr to next 1ch-sp, (1tr, 1ch, 42 (44, 44, 45, 45)cm/16 ½
1tr) in 1ch-sp, 1tr in each tr to (17¼, 17¼, 17¾, 17¾)in.
next 1ch-sp, (1tr, 1ch, 1tr) in
1ch-sp, 1tr in each tr to last tr, NECKBAND
1ch, 1tr in last tr change to Next Rnd: 2ch, 1tr in each st
yarn A on last pull through, turn. along back neck,
Fasten off yarn C. 2tr in each row end down front
Rnd 8: (2ch, 1ch, 1htr) in neck, 1tr in each st along front
corner ch-sp, *1htr in each tr to neck, 2tr in each row end up
next corner ch-sp, (1htr, 1ch, front neck, sl st to beg of rnd
1htr) in corner ch-sp; rep from * – 86 (90, 94, 98, 102) sts.
around, sl st to join. Fasten off. Next Rnd: 2ch, 1tr in each st
around, sl st to beg of rnd.
Rep last rnd until neckband meas
MONOCHROME 10cm/4in then turn work so
JUMPER that WS has now become RS.
ISSUE 122 page 42 Cont working last rnd until
neck trim meas 18cm/7in.
MATERIALS Fasten off, fold neck trim over.
● Yarn A: Black x 3 (3, 4,
4, 4) balls
● Yarn B: Cream x 3 (3, 4,
4, 4) balls
TENSION
Work 17tr and 10 rows to
measure 10 x 10cm/4 x 4in using
4mm hook, or size required to
obtain tension.
FRONT
Work as for Back until three
rows fewer have been worked.
S M L XL XXL
81–86 91–97 102–107 112–117 122–127 cm
32–34 36–38 40–42 44–46 48–50 in
110 122 134 145 156 cm

SLEEVES 43 48 52 57 61 in
Rnd 7: Join yarn E in any htr, 3ch SLEEVE SEAM 42 44 44 45 45 cm
(counts as first tr), 2tr in same st, 16½ 17 17 17¾ 17¾ in
[miss 2 sts, 3tr in next st]
LENGTH 50 50 52 54 56 cm
around, sl st to top of 3 ch to
join, turn. Fasten off yarn E. 19½ 19½ 20½ 21 22 in

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are aware of can be found at www.insidecrochet.co.uk/errata. Please do let us know if you find any mistakes by emailing errata@tailormadepublishing.co.uk.
The result of the finished project will vary depending on the yarn used. We always recommend swatching before beginning a new crochet project and using the yarn suggested for best results.
However, if you decide to use an alternative, ensure you swatch thoroughly to achieve the correct tension provided in the pattern.
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 ➻ FINAL THOUGHT
Above: Therese lives on the
island of Ornö in Sweden
with her family.
Below: Some of Therese’s
beautiful pieces (from top):
Akelej Wall Hanging (also
see page 72); Why Not
Bobble Pot; Bloom Balloon
and Blooming Baubles.
© Sofia Petterson | @fotografsofias on Instagram
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Therese Eghult
NATURAL INSPIRATION
WE CHAT TO INSIDE CROCHET DESIGNER THERESE ABOUT OVERLAY
CROCHET, SCANDINAVIAN SIMPLICITY AND HER BUSINESS SISTERSINSTITCH…
Tell us about your life…
You can find me in the Swedish archipelago on a
beautiful island named Ornö, located just outside
Stockholm. I live here very happily in my dream
house overlooking the ocean with my husband
Hannes and our two small children Evy and Lo.
How did you learn to crochet?
It wasn't until I had my first child that I fell in love
with crochet. Starting from the beginning again,
I re-familiarised myself with the basic stitches my
mom had shown me as a kid, but this time learning
through YouTube and CALs. It felt a lot like trying to
ride a bike after keeping it stored in the shed for many
years. A little rusty but I got the hang of it, and got
bitten by the crochet bug as I fell in love with the
combination of making and posting on Instagram;
the rest is history!
How did you get into crochet design?
I have always loved to be creative and have painted
a lot so one could say that I have a really curious
mind. I get an idea and then have to try it. It all
began as simply as that; an idea appeared and took
form then became a design and once I posted it on
Instagram people kept asking for the pattern and so
I started writing and haven’t stopped since.
How would you describe your design style?
“Scandinavian with a twist”. It could be a surprising
colour combo where pastels meet a deep rich
mustard or luscious charcoal grey, or a complex
combination of stitches that creates a beautiful
overlay pattern on an otherwise quite calm piece.
Sparkling simplicity.
What has been your most popular design?
It must be my overlay crochet coaster; the ELo Star.
With this darling design (named after my very own
little sea stars Evy and Lo) I aimed to make overlay
crochet a bit more approachable and not so scary,
in the hope of encouraging people to try it and then
hopefully fall in love with it as I have. It’s such an
amazing technique and is so much easier than it
appears to be. It’s all in the placement of stitches.
Could you tell us about SistersInStitch?
SistersInStitch is a design house and brand that
“My inspiration and colour
palettes come from the ocean,
the mountains and island fauna.”
aims to lift and inspire crocheters all over the world.
We design patterns, make tutorials on YouTube and
host CALs in-house but also together with other
companies and magazines.
What is your favourite thing about being
a designer?
To be a designer is freedom for my soul. I love and
crave the rush of designing, to get lost in the stitches
and lose track of time. To dive head first into the
creative waters with nothing but an idea and then
come back up with a complete design ready to share
with others. It’s the closest thing I get to magic!
What inspires you?
My inspiration and colour palettes come from the
nature surrounding me; the ocean, the mountains
and the island fauna, as it shifts throughout the
seasons. I love working with matt, muted colours
and dirty pastels as a reflection of this.
Which other designers do you admire?
Designers who make and share not only their
designs but also their hearts are the ones I admire
the most. Kindness is everything, towards others but
also towards oneself. It’s so easy to get all caught up
in the hamster wheel, forget about yourself and just
serve, serve, serve. To be able to care for others you
must first care for yourself. Finding a balance is the
key and those who inspire others through example
are my heroes.
What are your plans for the future?
I will keep pushing myself to try and experience new
things within the crocheting community, to keep on
learning. I want to inspire and spread kindness
through my makes, all while working hard on
developing the company to turn SistersInStitch into
a powerhouse and a full-time living. If I can dream
it, I can do it! Fingers crossed.
Find Therese on Instagram @crochetedbytess and
@sistersinstitch, and visit her website
www.sistersinstitch.com and YouTube channel
www.youtube.com/sistersinstitch
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