Mollie Magazine April 2022

Now that spring is finally here, we’re ready to bring the outside in! This issue’s cover project by Olga Prinku is a beautiful, intricate flowers-on-tulle artwork to fill your home with blooms year-round. It’s a surprisingly easy technique once you get to grips with handling the delicate stems – find out how to get started on page 14. If you’re in need of a mood boost, turn to page 20 for our take on the colourful new trend for dopamine dressing. Plus, discover some the incredible shades contained within nature in our feature with natural dye artist Kathryn Davey on page 38 – the hues she creates from foraged materials offer up a little bit of creative magic. Becca Parker lets us in on the secret joy of nurturing a craft project…

Now that spring is finally here, we’re ready to bring the outside in! This issue’s cover project by Olga Prinku is a beautiful, intricate flowers-on-tulle artwork to fill your home with blooms year-round. It’s a surprisingly easy technique once you get to grips with handling the delicate stems – find out how to get started on page 14. If you’re in need of a mood boost, turn to page 20 for our take on the colourful new trend for dopamine dressing. Plus, discover some the incredible shades contained within nature in our feature with natural dye artist Kathryn Davey on page 38 – the hues she creates from foraged materials offer up a little bit of creative magic. Becca Parker lets us in on the secret joy of nurturing a…

Lucy Turner Lucy is a surface pattern designer from East Yorkshire. She currently lives and works in Leeds where, when she’s not busy working as a junior designer, she spends her time creating. Lucy loves playing around with colour and texture, making punch needle rugs and always has crochet on the go. Discover Lucy’s beautiful illustrations on page 59 @lucydianestudio Arounna Khounnoraj Arounna helped bring punch needle back after one of her videos went viral. She’s a multi-crafter who runs the studio Bookhou with her husband, John. Her slow and artful approach embraces natural, handmade materials and small production pieces. Stitch Arounna’s embroidered purse on page 69 @bookhou Brandi Cheyenne Harper Knitting expert Brandi is all about celebrating small wins and enjoying the process of craft. They’re inspired by women…

Lucy Turner Lucy is a surface pattern designer from East Yorkshire. She currently lives and works in Leeds where, when she’s not busy working as a junior designer, she spends her time creating. Lucy loves playing around with colour and texture, making punch needle rugs and always has crochet on the go. Discover Lucy’s beautiful illustrations on page 59 @lucydianestudio Arounna Khounnoraj Arounna helped bring punch needle back after one of her videos went viral. She’s a multi-crafter who runs the studio Bookhou with her husband, John. Her slow and artful approach embraces natural, handmade materials and small production pieces. Stitch Arounna’s embroidered purse on page 69 @bookhou Brandi Cheyenne Harper Knitting expert Brandi is all about celebrating small wins and enjoying the process of craft. They’re inspired by women of colour and and the world around them. Knit Brandi’s…

GETTING APRIL SHOWER READY Treen are the purveyors of all things ethical – from vegan leather to recycled fabrics, it’s a must-shop if you’re looking to buy a bit more consciously. This bucket hat from London cruelty-free brand Jakke is the ultimate combo of fun and practical. It’s made from waterprrof thermoplastic, which sounds fancy and will be functional, too. Plus, a little camouflage print will go with everything. www.shoptreen.com DIY KIT cosy crafting. There’s not much that’s as squishy and comfortable as fluffy slippers at the end of a long day. Sheepers – the UK brand making Polish-syle moccasin slippers from offcuts of sheepskin – have just released a DIY kit so you can have a go at making your very own, or gift to a crafter in need of a new…

Artisan ropework – coiling, spiraling, and stitching cotton rope – is an exciting and relatively unexplored technique for creating baskets, vessels, wall hangings and bowls. This book is an excellent resource whether you are starting out on your stitched-ropework journey, looking for new inspiration, or seeking to explore new techniques. Stitched ropework is a creative, fun craft that’s accessible to all skill levels. In this book, enjoy 15 projects for making bowls, jewellery holders, beach bags and more – starting with beginner projects and moving through progressively more challenging designs. You’ll also find information on how to vary the designs and find your own style within this satisfying craft. All the projects have been designed by Jessica Geach, a well-known textile artist. Understanding the balance of materials, the sewing machine,…