Mollie Magazine July 2022

Welcome to the brand-new issue of Mollie. It’s summertime, and the (slow) living is easy, as the old song says – and that is what we are all about this month. We’re making the time to slow it down, take a breath and really be present in this most relaxed of seasons. There’s nothing better than long summer evenings – I find all that extra daylight so energising, don’t you? Whether it’s being inspired to make something beautiful for your home or simply stepping outside and reconnecting with nature, Mollieis here to help you find creativity in the small things. Embrace the slow living mindset with us this month: like everything else that becomes a habit, we need to practise little and often. We’re inviting you to take a different view…

Welcome to the brand-new issue of Mollie. It’s summertime, and the (slow) living is easy, as the old song says – and that is what we are all about this month. We’re making the time to slow it down, take a breath and really be present in this most relaxed of seasons. There’s nothing better than long summer evenings – I find all that extra daylight so energising, don’t you? Whether it’s being inspired to make something beautiful for your home or simply stepping outside and reconnecting with nature, Mollieis here to help you find creativity in the small things. Embrace the slow living mindset with us this month: like everything else that becomes a habit, we need to practise little and often. We’re inviting you to take a different…

Isabella Strambio Macramé artist Isabella loves travelling and collecting handmade ceramics. Her ultimate travelling dream is to, one day, be able to see the Earth from space. In 2017 she left her career as an interior designer in London to become a full-time macramé artist and educator. She now runs a successful creative business, sharing her knowledge with other women. Master the art of macramé on page 16 @_twome Chuchu Briquet Punch needler Chuchu is a Taiwanese maker, living in France. She trained in fashion design in London and channels that through her makes now. Chuchu is overly obsessed with sci-fi movies; being the worst combination of Gemini (sun) and Aquarius (ascendant), she constantly wonders which planet the humankind will be moving to next. Make Chuchu’s punch needle bag on page 28 @chuchu_briquet Molly Mahon Printer Textile designer and print…

Isabella Strambio Macramé artist Isabella loves travelling and collecting handmade ceramics. Her ultimate travelling dream is to, one day, be able to see the Earth from space. In 2017 she left her career as an interior designer in London to become a full-time macramé artist and educator. She now runs a successful creative business, sharing her knowledge with other women. Master the art of macramé on page 16 @_twome Chuchu Briquet Punch needler Chuchu is a Taiwanese maker, living in France. She trained in fashion design in London and channels that through her makes now. Chuchu is overly obsessed with sci-fi movies; being the worst combination of Gemini (sun) and Aquarius (ascendant), she constantly wonders which planet the humankind will be moving to next. Make Chuchu’s punch needle bag on…

BRAND FOCUS NRBY Sustainable clothing brand NRBY puts the Japanese concept of one-mile wear at the core of its ethos, with each item designed to take you from home to work to further afield. Founder Jo Hooper uses natural materials including silk, cotton and cashmere, often from the industry’s surplus stock, for timeless wardrobe updates you can wear every day. Chrissie linen shirt in Jade,£99, www.nrbyclothing.com LEARN SOMETHING NEW GET HOOKED ON CROCHET If you’ve been thinking of giving crochet a go but can’t decide on a project, sign up to a subscription from @curatecrochetbox. Each month you’ll receive all the yarn, accessories and instructions you need for a homeware or clothing project. In July’s box you can make this pair of storage baskets. The best part? The decorative pom poms come premade. Monthly crochet…

Flower bunting Whip up a meadow of crocheted flowers to add colour to a bookcase, dresser or bed frame with Jenny Phin’s bunting – match the yarn to your room’s décor. Rainbow pencil flag Let your rainbow flag fly and show your support for Pride with this pencil topper crochet pattern. You’ll just need to know crochet chains and double crochet stitch. Feather dreamcatcher Weave a dainty doily then embellish it with hand-cut felt feathers with Erin Black’s dreamcatcher design for a vibrant bedroom or nursery update. Find these projects at www.gathered.how/knitting-and-crochet…