Simply Crochet

Simply Crochet is full of creative ideas for anyone who loves - or would love to learn - crochet. Crochet is a wonderfully versatile craft with endless possibilities of creative things to make. Inside you will find beautiful designs for the home, fashionable accessories to wear and gift ideas for all occasions. From lampshade covers to shawls, toys to blankets and gadget cosies to cardigans, Simply Crochet is a must-buy for creative crafters looking for new things to make. With clear, easy-to-follow instructions to ensure the best possible results every time, you'll be hooked on handmade from the very first page!***Please note: This digital version of the magazine does not include the covermount items you would find on the printed newsstand copies. ***

Simply Crochet • Dreaming of the perfect crochet project? You might find it in our Fairy Tale collection. Or maybe you’re fantasising about a new scarf, decoration or toy – whatever you’re wishing for, you’ll find it inside!

Crochet is magic…

CONTRIBUTORS • Meet a few of the talented designers in this issue…

Simply Crochet

Out at sea • There’s treasure to be found – but who will reach it first? An entire fishing village of characters is heading into the open ocean to hunt for their fortune. Hook an intrepid tortoise, a seafaring bear, a pirate lass and much more in Rico Design’s nautical Ricorumi Spring CAL. Patterns will be released starting in March, so grab your yarn kit ahead of time for £52.

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INSPIRING BOOKS

Fairy Tales • Write your own story with our collection of enchanting makes – you’re sure to hook up something magical!

No grey days • Layered up or worn on its own, Jane Menchini’s tunic is a ray of sunshine

MAN’S BEST FRIEND • The famous Gromit of Wallace & Gromit is the loyal buddy we all need!

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ERINNA’S JOURNAL …from the studio • Looking to create your own signature crochet style? Erinna Lee of The Little Hook Crochet is here to help you find the aesthetic that speaks to you…

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Check me out • Bye-bye, black and white! Kelly Wilson Moore’s checked scarf is all spring shades

PEACE OF MIND • Ripples of colour spread outwards in these easy-to-make mandala earrings by Emma Friedlander-Collins

Five questions with Sutton Foster • American television and Broadway star Sutton Foster has a passion for crochet – her memoir is even called Hooked! We asked her to share some of her hooky memories…

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JACK OF ALL TRADES • Set a little one up for success with Maria Jęczmyk’s amazing collection of ami’ tools

FLIGHT OF FANTASY • Much like the mythical characters she creates, crochet author and designer Megan Lapp’s life has been customised to focus on what matters – creativity, imagination and family

Banner year • Clear out your stash with creative scrap yarn bunting designed by Alexandra Lund

Desert nights • Keep chills at bay with Susan Kennedy’s cosy patterned wrap, ideal for magical evenings under the stars

So you want to make a postbox topper? • Here’s everything you need to know about jollying up a pillar box with crochet

Clean sweep • A crisp repeating pattern appears as you hook this satisfying geometric throw by HAE Barker

MISTY MEMORIES • Designer Eléna Leprêtre celebrates her Ossetian roots with a filet stitch headscarf inspired by traditional motifs and woven shawls from the Caucasus Mountains

Spring squish • Go bold, bright and extra soft with Marianne Rawlins’ floral cushions

FEEL THE LOVE • Pop over for a cuppa...