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Welcome to our annual Knit & Crochet Collection special issue in which we celebrate all things yarn. As the weather cools, now is the perfect time to plan some projects, gather your supplies and spend some time creating handcrafted garments, toys and homewares. Whether you’re an expert, a confident crafter or a complete beginner, we’ve got projects to suit. You’ll also find plenty of information on how to get started, all the stitches you’ll need and techniques to finish it to perfection. We know that many of you like to use Australian yarn. We source our patterns from all around the world and, to ensure a finished product that is just like you see in the photo, we have, for the most part, kept the original yarn recommendation. If you…

draw a line YOU WILL NEED ■ West Yorkshire Spinners Elements (60% lyocell, 40% wool, 50g/112m)Yarn A Ocean Spray (1138)See table for measurements and yarn quantities1 ball of each:Yarn B Seashell (1100)Yarn C French Lavender (1144)Yarn D Living Coral (1103)Yarn E Summer Haze (1107)Yarn F Cool Aloe (1102)Yarn G Cherry Blossom (1105) ■ A 4mm hook ■ Stitch markers For yarn stockists see page 146 TENSION 18 stitches and 9 rows measure 10x10cm over treble crochet using a 4mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension ABBREVIATIONS reverse dc Insert hook in next st to right (or left if left-handed), yrh and pull up a loop, yrh and pull through 2 loops on hook For a full list, see page 69 NOTES Sweater is made in separate pieces, which…

wild things YOU WILL NEED ■ Scheepjes Colour Crafter (100% acrylic, 100g/300m)1 ball of each:Yarn A Weert (1001)Yarn B Gouda (1081)Yarn C Burum (1709)Yarn D Veenendaal (1064)Yarn E Gent (2002)Yarn F Rotterdam (1063)Yarn G Ede (1002) ■ A 3mm hook ■ Toy stuffing For yarn stockists see page 146 TENSION Tension is not critical, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Block Animals measures approx 24cm tall ABBREVIATIONS surface crochet Position yarn on WS, insert hook from RS to WS, yrh and pull up a loop, pull through loop on hook, *insert hook back through to WS in direction you want the surface crochet to travel, yrh and pull up a loop, pull through loop on hook; rep from * as required For a full list, see page…

CABLE CAST-ON METHOD Use it for a firm edge, and when adding stitches to your work. STEP 1 Make a slip knot. Insert right‑hand needle into the stitch as if to knit. Wrap the yarn around the point and pull through, slipping the stitch on to the left‑hand needle. STEP 2 Push the point of the right‑hand needle between the first and second stitches. Wrap the yarn around the point of the right‑hand needle. STEP 3 Pull the loop out with the right‑hand needle, then slip it over the tip of the left‑hand needle. STEP 4 Repeat Steps 2 and 3 until you have the number of stitches you require. THUMB CAST-ON METHOD A great all rounder, use it to cast on stitches quickly and easily. This method creates a…

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hilltop hoodie YOU WILL NEED ■ Scheepjes Metropolis (75% wool, 25% nylon, 50g/200m)Yarn A Darwin (044)Yarn B Lyon (078)See table for measurements and yarn quantities1 ball of each:Yarn C Salvador (029)Yarn D Bangalore (052)Yarn E Brasov (038)Yarn F Lahore (014)Yarn G Quebec (077)Yarn H Lima (055)Yarn I Bucharest (001) ■ A 3.5mm hook For yarn stockists see page 146 TENSION Square measures 9x9cm using a 3.5mm hook, or size needed to obtain correct tension ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 69 NOTES Hoodie is made up of Squares, which are worked in rounds with RS facing throughout. Squares are made in 3 colourways, which are written out first. The pattern follows. Block Squares to measurements listed before joining them together. There are Diagrams on page 81, which you should…

Exclusive to Spotlight kikki kardi WHAT YOU’LL NEED ■ Abbey Road Kikki Merino 14ply, 100g balls.For yarn quantities and measurements see size table ■ Size 6mm & 7mm circular knitting needles, 80cm long (to accommodate req number of sts), or sizes required to give correct tension ■ Size 6mm & 7mm circular knitting needles, 40cm long for sleeves OR use 80cm circular knitting needles using the Magic Loop knitting method ■ 2 removable stitch markers ■ Stitch holder ■ 2 buttons ■ Scissors, yarn needle, tape measure TENSION 12 sts x 17 rows to 10cm over stocking st, using 7mm needles. ABBREVIATIONS M1L = make one left - using the left needle pick up the strand between the sts from the front and knit into the back of the loop,…

YARN WEIGHTS Choose the right yarn for your project 1, 2 & 3PLY Essentially one strand, or two or three strands of yarn twisted together, these are great for knitting fitted garments such as socks, gloves or lace. Most often, 2ply is knitted on 1.5-3.5mm needles or crochet hook, and it’s best used for delicate lace knitting and baby garments. 4PLY This is a favourite weight for baby clothes, socks, and lightweight jumpers and cardigans. The best needles to use with 4ply yarn range between 3mm and 4mm, although socks are knitted with smaller needles to create a denser fabric that’s more hard-wearing. To crochet 4ply use a hook between 3.5 and 4.5mm. 8PLY OR DOUBLE KNITTING (DK) So called because it’s usually double the weight of 4ply, DK is…

BASICS OF THE POM Begin the fun by making a standard pompom with some soft yarn. STEP 1 Start by making a spherical pompom, which we’ll sculpt into a heart shape later. You’ll need a pink or red yarn (or any colour you like for your heart) in any weight. You can use any method you prefer, but we made ours with a Clover pompom maker to make the process quick and easy (see our quick step-by-step guide below). STEP 2 You can make the pompom for your heart in any size – we made ours 4cm in diameter. If you’re using the fork or skein method, to make a 4cm-diameter pompom you need 4cm yarn lengths and a 2cm diameter yarn bundle. USING A POMPOM GADGET Pompom-making gadgets, such…

Exclusive to Spotlight fantastique tote WHAT YOU’LL NEED ■ Abbey Road Kun Fu Cotton 10ply, 100g balls, FATIQUE (MC) x 3, NATURAL (C1) x 3 ■ Size 4.5mm crochet hook ■ 120cm belting material for handles ■ Plastic sheeting for base (optional) ■ Scissors, yarn needle, stitch marker MEASUREMENTS Width (approx) 42cmHeight (approx) 35cmDepth (approx) 9cm TENSION Tension is not crucial for this project. NOTES The tote is constructed by making 30 squares, 15 in each colour MC & C1. Squares are crocheted together using MC, making 3 rows of 10 squares first, working horizontally from a set of 2 squares to next set of 2 squares. Vertical joints are worked in the same manner across horizontal joints. Joints appear with a ‘right’ and ‘wrong’ side of the dc, so…

HOLDING THE HOOK Try these methods and see which works best. PENCIL METHOD Hold the hook like a pencil, in your right hand (if you’re right-handed), about 3-5cm from the hooked end. If your hook has a flat area, you’ll find it comfortable to hold it here. KNIFE METHOD Hold the hook between your thumb and forefinger, about 3-5cm from the hooked end, resting the end of the hook against your palm. This will give you lots of control. HOLDING THE YARN Even tension results in even stitches. METHOD ONE Pass the ball end of the yarn between the little finger and third fingers of your left hand (if you are right-handed), then behind the third and middle fingers, over your index finger. METHOD TWO Loop the ball end of…

@amourfou_crochet Carla Mitrani is an expert in amigurumi, and her book Crochet Iconic Women was a best seller around the world. You can easily adapt her techniques to make a version of yourself, or friends and family. She has also created patterns for all the main characters from Netflix’s Stranger Things, including the Demogorgon! Patterns available from etsy.com/au/shop/ AmourFouCrochet or a kit can be found at amazon.com.au @toft_uk Kerry Lord grew up surrounded by yarn (her parents ran an alpaca farm), so it was a given that her life would lead to designing the cutest makes. From flowers, and fruit and vegetables, to dogs, cows, and wildlife, Toft has a kit, a yarn, or a book for you. They source quality fibres from around the UK and have a superb…