Simply Crochet 78

Rainbows and wreaths are so in right now, and we couldn’t be happier to be bringing you both! On page 14 you can snuggle into blankets, cushions, mitts and more (great for beginners, too); and turn to this issue’s gorgeous 2019 calendar to get going on Kate Eastwood’s beautiful wreaths. Four stunning seasonal wreaths will keep you crocheting all year – and for more year-round inspiration, subscribe! Turn to page 32 to see our latest special gift, and if you’re reading in the States, there’s a great offer on page 86. Don’t miss out on all the crochet goodies we’ll be bringing you in 2019!…

SARA SCALES Sara teaches crochet classes, and designs miniatures and doll crochet, which you can find on Etsy. This issue, she designed the gorgeous Christmas star cushion on page 47. MARTINE DE REGT Self-taught crocheter Martine loves designing her own patterns, from shawls to bags to amigurumi animals and dolls. Hook up her unique reindeer doll on page 28. ELISABETH DAVIS DE HERRAIZ Elisabeth stumbled upon crochet by accident a decade ago and has never looked back – she says a day without crochet isn’t a full day! She’s designed a baby blanket for us on page 67. HELEN MCLEAN Aka Sew Sew Baby, designer and blogger Helen is mum to three boys, a self-taught crocheter and a self-confessed yarn addict. Crochet keeps her sane... See her rainbow blanket on page 17. OTHER CONTRIBUTORS Kate Alinari, Emma Bassey, Liliana…

Rainbows and wreaths are so in right now, and we couldn’t be happier to be bringing you both! On page 14 you can snuggle into blankets, cushions, mitts and more (great for beginners, too); and turn to this issue’s gorgeous 2019 calendar to get going on Kate Eastwood’s beautiful wreaths. Four stunning seasonal wreaths will keep you crocheting all year – and for more year-round inspiration, subscribe! Turn to page 32 to see our latest special gift, and if you’re reading in the States, there’s a great offer on page 86. Don’t miss out on all the crochet goodies we’ll be bringing you in 2019!…

Get your Kahlo on Paintbox Yarns have teamed up with Katie Jones to create the most fabulous Frida Kahlo-inspired collection of crochet patterns. Full of Katie’s bold signature style, and zinging with colour, the five designs include a bomber jacket, blanket, poncho, tote and crop top, and use a variety of Paintbox yarns. The patterns are free (yay!) from www.lovecrochet.com ADVENT EVENT As if Christmas wasn’t exciting enough, designers Ilaria Caliri and Irene Strange are launching an Amigurumi Advent CAL, inviting you to hook up a tree and 24 cute ornaments – all original designs – during Advent, starting with the tree. Sign up at bit.ly/amiadvent2018 and get following #amigurumiadvent2018 on Insta for all the festive fun. Look out for giveaways, too! HOOK UP With new app All Things Crochet you can connect with other…

SARA SCALES Sara teaches crochet classes, and designs miniatures and doll crochet, which you can find on Etsy. This issue, she designed the gorgeous Christmas star cushion on page 47. MARTINE DE REGT Self-taught crocheter Martine loves designing her own patterns, from shawls to bags to amigurumi animals and dolls. Hook up her unique reindeer doll on page 28. ELISABETH DAVIS DE HERRAIZ Elisabeth stumbled upon crochet by accident a decade ago and has never looked back – she says a day without crochet isn’t a full day! She’s designed a baby blanket for us on page 67. HELEN MCLEAN Aka Sew Sew Baby, designer and blogger Helen is mum to three boys, a self-taught crocheter and a self-confessed yarn addict. Crochet keeps her sane... See her rainbow blanket on…

Feast your eyes on the delicious new Gourmet Crochet collection from TOFT! Kerry Lord’s latest kits feature six different amigurumi seafood designs and come served up in a can. Pull back the ring and you’ll find two 25g balls of pure British wool and a pattern recipe card so you can start rustling up your gourmet creation. There’s video support for all the techniques online too. Choose from tins of sardines, prawns, snails, mussels, mackerel or scallops – or collect all six and knock up a seafood platter. Yum yum! Each kit is £16 or you can buy all six for £90. We’ve fallen for these cute little tins hook, line and sinker, and think they’ll make perfect stocking fillers too! Available from www.toftuk.com…