Simply Crochet Issue 54

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!

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Over the rainbow

In case you hadn’t noticed, we’re obsessed with all things unicorn this issue! Why shouldn’t we have fun with colour and hook projects that make us smile? Ilaria’s sparkly unicorn (p14) is a favourite for me, of course, but I’ve also got a soft spot for the granny treble cardi on page 32. If you’ve never crocheted a garment before, this is a brilliant one to start with. Ooh, and make sure you check out the next mandala in our series – Lucy Croft has done wonders bringing our February calendar illustration to life with love hearts (p95).…

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BOYS AND BUNTING Creative blogging duo Matt and Dennis have stitched a showstopping starry lampshade as part of our dreamy pastel collection this issue. Flip across to page 21 to check it out. TRACY COLDWELL Tracy’s something of an amigurumi specialist and we love that her designs are packed with personality. Hop over to page 45 to find her adorable rabbit toy. Spring here we come. REBECCA ALDRIDGE Who better to turn to for a super-cute cloud make than cloud-obsessed designer Rebecca? She’s responsible for the oh-so sleepy pyjama case on page 16. It’s just perfect. VICKIE HOWELL Have you seen top US author and hookster Vickie’s gorgeous new Deramores yarns? She has designed a cosy cowl just for us using her Mod Wool. Find the pattern on page 41.…

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Magical mystery New from House of Wonderland (www.how-store.com) is a mystery charm club, where you’ll receive a special enamel charm that’s based on the month’s theme. The crochet launch theme gets a big thumbs-up from us, where lucky recipients will get this super-cute ‘Hooker for life’ charm for just £6. Clip it on a bracelet, necklace or zipper or use it as a stitch marker – the choice is yours. But be quick, as there’s only a limited number available! MADE BY MARINA These swoonsome skeins are by fibre artist Marina Skua. She uses natural fibres to produce small batches of yarn full of character and rich in colour. Imperium, Wave Crest and Loss (pictured) are our faves. The hand-spun skeins are one-offs, but the shop is frequently updated with new colours. Head…

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SLIPPERS FOR THE FAMILY LEISURE ARTS (£6.99, Leisure Arts) Everyone deserves cosy toes so this fab collection is ideal for any family. There are 10 colourful, texture-filled designs to fit a variety of feet, from babies, toddlers and children to teenagers, women and men. Some patterns include six sizes so you can make matching slippers for your family! Plus, there are bonus online tutorials. RAINBOW CROCHETED BLANKETS AMANDA PERKINS (£12.99, Search Press) Bringing all her expertise with colour and dyeing yarns, Amanda Perkins has created a collection of motifs to create 10 rainbow blankets. The starting chapter includes some colour theory, followed by blanket patterns, each with a chart, diagrams and colour variation ideas. BASKETS FOR ALL VARIOUS DESIGNERS (£6.99, Annie's) Whether it’s for storage, display or as a gift, there are 14 brilliant basket designs to choose…

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