Mollie Magazine August 2022

Welcome to the Happy issue of Mollie, which is filled with simple ideas to help you find happiness through craft. As you’ll read on page 74, all too often we search for happiness through the approval of others, but it’s not all about Instagram ‘likes’. We’re here to show you that the acts of simply making and doing; of mending and upcycling; of discovering new talents or long-forgotten ones, can be just the boost you need. I find colour so joyful, whether that’s in my home or my wardrobe, so top of my list this issue is the stripy raffia bag on page 48 – doesn’t it look gorgeous on our cover model? Elsewhere, we’ve got a home tour of Charlotte’s colourful cottage in Wiltshire and all her clever tricks for…

Josephine Magoola Sewist Josie is a wife and mum of two, who documents her crafting journey on both her blog and Youtube channel. Josie is a self-confessed hobby-hopper. You will find her sewing most of the time, but her love for crocheting has been rekindled recently. She loves using her Cricut machine and has also had a go at jewellery making. Make Josie’s beach poncho on page 28 www.itisjosie.com; www.youtube.com/c/ItisJosie Sam Hermes Crochet designer Sam lives in Essex with her barber husband Ken, and three kids. As well as being a full-time mum, Sam is a crochet designer and can usually be found either hooking a new project or scribbling down ideas for her quirky designs. Using all the colours of the rainbow is essential in all her makes – more is more, right!? Crochet Sam’s striped…

Welcome to the Happy issue of Mollie, which is filled with simple ideas to help you find happiness through craft. As you’ll read on page 74, all too often we search for happiness through the approval of others, but it’s not all about Instagram ‘likes’. We’re here to show you that the acts of simply making and doing; of mending and upcycling; of discovering new talents or long-forgotten ones, can be just the boost you need. I find colour so joyful, whether that’s in my home or my wardrobe, so top of my list this issue is the stripy raffia bag on page 48 – doesn’t it look gorgeous on our cover model? Elsewhere, we’ve got a home tour of Charlotte’s colourful cottage in Wiltshire and all her clever tricks…

BRAND FOCUS THE BASKET ROOM Each of The Basket Room’s baskets are made meticulously by craft collectives in Africa, often a valuable second income to help weavers support their families. Mix and match their beautifully hand-woven tableware in a range of patterns and colours to create an eclectic summery tablescape. BLUSH Dusky Pink and Natural Handwoven Placemat, £10.50 and Set of Six Coasters, £16.50; BLUSH Dusky Pink Trim Bread Basket, £19, www.thebasketroom.com LEARN SOMETHING NEW PUNCH NEEDLE FOR BEGINNERS Designer Louisa Burtonshaw is passionate about encouraging others to craft and reap the mindful benefits of having a creative outlet. Her shop offers simple macramé, embroidery, and cross stitch kits, but we can’t get enough of this modern abstract-shape punch needle cushion kit. Quick to learn, you’ll soon pick it up and enjoy the meditative effects of…

Josephine Magoola Sewist Josie is a wife and mum of two, who documents her crafting journey on both her blog and Youtube channel. Josie is a self-confessed hobby-hopper. You will find her sewing most of the time, but her love for crocheting has been rekindled recently. She loves using her Cricut machine and has also had a go at jewellery making. Make Josie’s beach poncho on page 28 www.itisjosie.com; www.youtube.com/c/ItisJosie Sam Hermes Crochet designer Sam lives in Essex with her barber husband Ken, and three kids. As well as being a full-time mum, Sam is a crochet designer and can usually be found either hooking a new project or scribbling down ideas for her quirky designs. Using all the colours of the rainbow is essential in all her makes –…

How can we all benefit from making our own clothes? Sewing is self care and something you should enjoy as a creative outlet. This means, when you are starting out, you should throw away any expectations about how your first projects will turn out. Mistakes will be made, swear words may be said, but the feeling of accomplishment when you try on your completed project for the first time will make it all worth it. Your designs are playful and colourful. Does this reflect your outlook on life? Absolutely! Colour and creativity brings me joy so I try to wear clothes and surround myself with things that make me feel positive and happy. What inspires your style? I’m inspired by crafty, colourful, and creative people on Instagram. I love minimal workwear style mixed with frilly,…