Innholdsfortegnelse for Love Crochet October 2016 i Love Crochet

Crochet and autumn always feel like a match made in heaven, with the chill in the air a perfect excuse to indulge in our favourite pastime! We love to see the trees changing colour and dig out warm jumpers from last year, while cowls, fingerless mitts and the occasional hat are ideal for helping you make the transition to cooler days effortlessly. With that in mind, this issue is packed with speedy projects in soft, sumptuous yarns to relish. Whether you’re keen to see how granny squares can make a gorgeous hat, you want some snug socks with trims in berry red, or fancy a statement necklace in warm autumnal hues, we’ve got you covered. Try our vintage-inspired handwarmers on page 46, or get to grips with slipstitch with Joanne…

How did The Wool Kitchen come about? I was working part time as a receptionist and felt that I needed a creative, positive change. Craft has always been part of my life, I have a background in art and an overwhelming interesting in colour. It made sense that yarn dyeing would be a good option. I took a leap of faith and haven’t looked back – I’ve been very lucky! What are your main aims with the brand? For me, yarn dyeing is very much about being excited about what you’re crocheting or knitting. The way the colour changes in a variegated yarn makes you want to carry on with the project – you don’t know what’s coming up next! It’s important that people are encouraged to craft. It’s good…

With Emma Potter’s beautiful teal cowl you can really get to grips with the crochet work of yesteryear pattern, because the inspiration for it came from a vintage stitch pattern called the Hoosier Stitch. Designer Emma says: “This is a really simple but really effective stitch!” She’s chosen to use a super-chunky yarn by Schachenmayr – Bravo Big, the bulky-weight version of their best-selling Bravo yarn. “Bravo Big is a fabulously squishy, the Pool colour is divine and it works up really quickly,” says Emma. YOU WILL NEED ✿ Schachenmayr Bravo Big, 3 balls in Pool (00171) If you can’t get your hands on Schachenmayr Bravo Big try Fab Big from Patons. ✿ 10mm hook TENSION Is not important for this project ABBREVIATIONS ✿ For a full list of abbreviations,…

YOU WILL NEED ✿ DROPS Fabel from Garnstudio 150g in all sizes in colour no 111, mustard ✿ 2mm crochet hook – or size needed to get 28tr in width x 16tr vertically and 28dc in width x 35dc vertically = 10 x 10 cm. FINISHED SIZE Size: 35/37 - 38/40 - 41/43 Sock length: approx. 22 - 24 - 27cm Sock height: approx. 32 - 35 - 37cm ABOUT THIS YARN DROPS FABEL 75% wool; 25% polyamide 205m per 50g www.garnstudio.com It’s a popular misconception that crochet is not suited to sock making and that it’s a pursuit better suited to knitting. This pair of lacy socks by Garnstudio proves that theory wrong! The repeating flower motif is deliciously pretty. Refer to the diagram to get this right. Also…

YOU WILL NEED ✿ Rowan Siena 4 ply, 1 ball of Sloe (670) ✿ 3mm hook ✿ 6 beads – we used Design Element in Ultra Violet by www.JesseJamesbeads.com FINISHED SIZE ✿ 14x7cm TENSION Is not important for this project ABBREVIATIONS Turn to page 90 for a full list of abbreviations ABOUT THIS YARN ROWAN SIENA 4 PLY 100% cotton 140m per 50g www.knitrowan.com Embrace flapper chic with Nicky Hale’s vintage-inspired, statement bracelet in punchy purple. The fine cotton yarn is soft and smooth, perfect for showing off the bead embellishment and pretty cutout stitches. Straightforward to make, the lacy cuff will finish off any outfit in style. Designer Nicky Hale says: “Inspired by the 1920s, my cuff uses basic crochet stitches to create a fancy finish. The simple fastening…

YOU WILL NEED ✿ King Cole Bamboo Cotton, 1 x 100g ball of Oyster (543) ✿ 3.5mm hook ✿ 4mm hook ✿ 2.5cm metal keyring ✿ A toggle FINISHED SIZE Waist sizes 61 (66: 71: 76: 81: 76cm) TENSION Measurements in the pattern are based on a central hexagon of approx 9cm diameter. 16 rows of dc to 10cm, using a 3.5mm hook ABBREVIATIONS 3-trcl (Yarn over, insert hook in sp indicated, yarn over and pull up loop, yarn over and draw through 2 loops) 3 times, inserting the hook in the same sp each time, yarn over and draw through all loops on hook 2-trcl work as for 3-tr cluster above, but rep () 2 times instead of 3 corner (3-trcl, ch2, 3-trcl) in same sp Turn to page…

YOU WILL NEED ✿ Patons Fairytale Dreamtime 4ply, 1 ball of Pastel Blue (02934) ✿ 2.75mm hook ✿ Stitch markers ✿ Tapestry needle FINISHED SIZE One size fits most teens/women Circumference approx 18cm at finger edge Length approx 12.5cm from wrist to finger edge TENSION Motif measures 9cm wide on 3 sides and 7.5cm wide on bottom/wrist side 24 sts and 19 rows to 10cm in htr ABBREVIATIONS bl back loop Turn to page 90 for a full list of abbreviations ABOUT THIS YARN PATONS FAIRYTALE DREAMTIME 4PLY 100% wool 85m per 25g www.woolwarehouse.co.uk We love a pair of wristers; cosy covering for hands yet leaving fingers still free to get on with vital and intricate tasks, such as crochet, for instance! And when they are as attractive as these…

YOU WILL NEED ✿ Toft Aran Yarn, 1 x 100g ball each of 3 different colours ✿ 3.5mm hook ✿ 4.5mm hook ✿ 5.5mm hook FINISHED SIZE Each link = 14cm diameter Hole in centre = 4.5cm diameter Link = 4.8cm across TENSION Is not important for this pattern ABBREVIATIONS Turn to page 90 for a full list of abbreviations ABOUT THIS YARN TOFT ARAN YARN 100% British alpaca 115m per 100g www.thetoftalpacashop.co.uk SIMPLE STEPS WORKING STITCHES INTO A RING This chain link scarf from Toft Alpaca will appeal to all tastes. Each link is crocheted in the round, with the shaping created easily by using gradually larger hooks. The natural shades of yarn from Toft Alpaca work beautifully together and with three neutral colours of naturally soft alpaca, this…

YOU WILL NEED ✿ Debbie Bliss Donegal Luxury Tweed Aran, 4 (5:5) balls of Yarn A Oatmeal (007), 1 ball of Yarn B Red (04) ✿ 4mm hook FINISHED SIZE Small (UK 3-4) has a finished circumference of 17.5cm and a sock length of 34cm Medium (UK 5-6) has a finished circumference of 19cm and a sock length of 34cm Large (UK 7-8) has a finished circumference of 21cm and a sock length of 34cm TENSION Is not important for this pattern ABBREVIATIONS htr2tog: (Yrh, insert hook in next stitch, yrh and pull up loop) 2 times, yrh and draw through all loops on hook ss2tog: without putting yrh, insert hook in st from front to back, and in next st from front to back, yrh and draw through all…

YOU WILL NEED ✿ Fyberspates Scrumptious DK , 1 skein of Jen’s Green (113) ✿ 5.5mm hook ✿ Tapestry needle FINISHED SIZE Finished head circumference at brim: Small (Medium: Large) 47 (53: 60)cm TENSION Yarn used crochets as DK weight to this tension: 12 sts and 10 rows in half trebles to 10cm using 5.5mm hook (or size needed to achieve tension) after blocking. ABBREVIATIONS Turn to page 90 for a full list of abbreviations ABOUT THIS YARN FYBERSPATES SCRUMPTIOUS DK 55% merino, 45% silk 220m per 100g www.fyberspates.co.uk At this time of year, a brisk country walk to get the blood moving is essential, but stiff breezes can lead to chilly heads! Joanne’s gorgeous beret is an elegant solution, made in Fyberspate’s aptly named Scrumptious yarn. It’s super-soft, and…

www.consciousdreams.etsy.com Eileen was prompted to set up her Etsy shop after teaching herself to crochet in 2013. “That winter all of my family and friends received homemade gifts for Christmas and birthdays,” she says. “Because I couldn’t stop crocheting, I decided to start selling my wares at the end of 2014.” Eileen draws inspiration from the seasons. “I like to make items that not only physically keep you toasty through the colder months but also make you feel warm inside. Sometimes I take ideas from my own memories or picture my customers walking through a market on a sunny but crisp Saturday in January, hunting for the perfect place to stop for hot chocolate. I think about what might complete that picture, such as a beautiful pair of fingerless gloves!”…

1 Wendy Fleur DK Wendy Fleur DK is the newest yarn from Thomas B Ramsden’s. It’s a beautifully soft mixture of 44% cotton, 28% tencel and 28% acrylic. The yarn is brushed with a slight sheen and lends itself to crochet because it’s light and airy but has a good stitch definition. Although there are only eight shades, the colours range from pastel to darker shades and are suitable for adults and children, but not babies because if its fluffiness. As the yarn is light it would be fab for cowls, scarves and throws and as it’s machine washable on a 30 degree synthetic wash it’s practical too. There are 350 metres per 100g ball (£4.99). For stockists go to www.tbramsden.co.uk or call 01943 878689 2 DROPS Puna Puna from…

YOU WILL NEED ✿ Patons Big Fab, 1 ball in Violet Mix (0080), or any super chunky yarn ✿ 9mm hook ✿ 2 faux fur pom poms ✿ Basic sewing kit, including yarn needle FINISHED SIZE 56 x 19cm TENSION Work 8 sts x 8 rows in the main Bobble pattern to measure 10x10cm using a 9mm crochet hook, or size required to obtain tension ABBREVIATIONS ✿ For a full list of abbreviations, turn to page 90 We love any opportunity to get outside at this time of year, and this cosy hat seems designed with country strolls in mind. The super-chunky yarn is deliciously warm, while bobble stitch allows for some stretch. The fact that it looks like a mass of blackberries strung together makes it ideal for foraging…

MORE INFO This pattern comes from the book Encyclopedia of Crochet by Donna Kooler, published by Leisure Arts (RRP £16.99). Contact GMC 01273 488005 www.thegmcgroup.com Aslouchy hat is always a great style statement and the humble granny square is the perfect way to add a funky aspect to a design. The granny square is such a flexible creation, offering masses of choice. This simple hat uses just two complementary shades of purple to make squares for the band and a circle for the crown. But, shhh, keep it to yourself and no one will have any idea how easy it was to make! YOU WILL NEED ✿ Rowan Creative Focus Worsted 2 balls of True Purple (01800) (Yarn A) 1 ball of Lavender Heather (0712) (Yarn B) ✿ 5mm or…

From ocean waves to leafy parks to the wonders of ancient architecture, Elisabeth Davis de Herraiz draws inspiration from every part of the world around her. “Plants and flowers are a particular source of inspiration thanks to the amazing array of colours,” she says. “The petals of a flower or the veins on a leaf can inspire an idea that eventually becomes a pattern. Autumn is my favourite time of year. I go running in a park close to where I live and I love to watch the leaves changing colour there.” Running is another passion for Elisabeth, and balances out the time she spends sitting designing and crocheting. “I love to run 5km routes and try to do it a couple of times a week,” she says. “It’s great…

YOU WILL NEED ✿ Erika Knight Maxi Wool, 5 skeins of Artisan (20) ✿ 9mm hook ✿ 0.5m heavyweight felt at least 1.3m wide for lining ✿ Tapestry needle ✿ Large sheet of dressmaker’s pattern paper or baking paper ✿ Pair of leather handles – 32cm long FINISHED SIZE Approximately 38cm high and 30cm diameter TENSION Daisy Bloom: 17.5cm diameter Canterbury Bell: 11cm diameter Wheel motif: 13cm diameter Small flower: 10cm diameter ABBREVIATIONS 1 bobble: (yrh and insert hook in dc, yrh and draw a loop through, yrh and draw through first 2 loops on hook) 5 times all in same dc, yrh and draw a loop through all 6 loops on hook 1 cluster: (yrh and insert hook in ch-1 sp, yrh and draw a loop through, yrh and…

YOU WILL NEED ✿ Women’s Institute Soft and Chunky 1 ball in Cream ✿ 9mm hook ✿ 2 x 25mm diameter buttons TENSION Tension is not important for this project ABBREVIATIONS ✿ fptr: front post treble ✿ bptr: pack post treble ABOUT THIS YARN WOMEN’S INSTITUTE SOFT AND CHUNKY 70% acrylic; 30% merino 110m per 100g www.hobbycraft.co.uk This smartly-buttoned design is the kind of accessory that’s bound to become a wardrobe staple, as it’s just as well matched to throwing on over a jumper before tending to the sheep as to teaming with a suit and wearing to the office. While chunky, it’s compact enough to fit in a bag with ease. The merino and acrylic blend is wonderfully comfy, is designed not to pill and crochets up really fast.…

YOU WILL NEED ✿ Rowan Cotton Glace 1 ball of each: Yarn A Persimmon (832) Yarn B Bubbles (724) Yarn C Garnet (841) ✿ 3mm hook ✿ A selection of small beads ✿ 6 large plastic rings 3cm ✿ 3 medium plastic rings 2cm ✿ 3 small plastic rings 1.5cm ✿ Basic sewing kit FINISHED SIZE Circle portion of the necklace measures 24x13cm TENSION Is not important for this project ABBREVIATIONS Turn to page 90 for a full list of abbreviations ABOUT THIS YARN ROWAN COTTON GLACE 100% cotton 115m per 50g www.knitrowan.com SIMPLE STEPS HOW TO MAKE A TREBLE Who says you need to spend a packet to have a beautifully crafted couture piece of jewellery? Helen Ardley’s necklace is big on style and simple to make – just…

YOU WILL NEED ✿ Rowan Purelife British Sheep Breeds Chunky 2 balls of Steel Grey Suffolk (954) ✿ 7mm hook ✿ Scraps of leather or suede and matching sewing thread ✿ Tapestry needle FINISHED SIZE Sole length approx 24.5cm TENSION 10 sts and 14 rows to 10cm over dc using a 7mm hook SPECIAL STITCHES Dc2tog (insert hook in next st, yrh and draw a loop through) twice, yrh and draw through all 3 loops on hook. Turn to page 90 for a full list of abbreviations. ABOUT THIS YARN ROWAN PURELIFE BRITISH SHEEP BREEDS CHUNKY 100% wool 100m per 100g www.knitrowan.com Apair of skimpy slippers certainly won’t last the winter season, so we love the look of these chunky, solid slippers by Erika Knight hooked in chunky British wool.…

YOU WILL NEED ✿ Rowan, All Seasons Cotton 3 x 50g in shade 241 Damson (A); 2 x 50g balls in shade 257 Dark Violet (B) ✿ 5.5mm crochet hook ✿ Locking stitch markers or safety pins ✿ Tapestry needle ✿ Sew-in bag handles FINISHED SIZE 50.5cm wide (at widest point) x 31cm deep (excluding handles) TENSION ([3tr, 1ch] three times, 1tr) and 7 rows to measure 10cm ABOUT THIS YARN ROWAN ALL SEASONS COTTON 60% cotton; 40% acrylic 90m per 50g £4.90 www.knitrowan.com The endless verstality of the granny square never ceases to amaze us and here’s yet another stylish solution! This is a sturdy carry all, but if you want to give it a little more structure you can add a lining by stitching a hemmed piece of…

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…

YOU WILL NEED ✿ Debbie Bliss Baby Cashmerino Aran 1 ball each in Black (300) and Ecru (101) ✿ King Cole Luxe Fur 1 ball in Beaver (1039) ✿ 5mm hook ✿ 1m black satin ribbon and matching thread and needle TENSION ✿ For the muff, 18sts over 14 rows in pattern to measuring 10cm x 10cm, using aran yarn and a 5mm hook FINISHED SIZE ✿ Muff measures 20cm x 25cm, collar measures approximately 85cm long ABBREVIATIONS ✿ For a full list of abbreviations, turn to page 90 With a classic houndstooth pattern and a faux-fur trim, Kath Webber’s delicious duo adds a vintage vibe to your new season wardrobe. We’re always ready to add a bit of glamour to our everyday outfits. Wear the detachable collar over your…

Fancy the idea of getting some serious knitting time in? We know we do! What could be better than sharing a holiday with like-minded souls, taking time to knit, seeing some gorgeous sights and perhaps even learning some new skills along the way? This year, we are very excited to be working with Arena Travel on several holidays – see below for details. The trip to Florence will have both knitting and crochet tutors (I’m so looking forward to being the knitting tutor!), so why not bring a friend? (It’ll be fun for you both and save on single supplements too!) Come and join us – book your place today! This holiday will be operated in partnership with Arena Travel. *Find full payment details and options at www.arenatravel.com. Please ensure…

YOU WILL NEED ✿ Rico Basic Super Big Aran, 1 x 400g ball of Stone Grey (007) ✿ 5mm hook ✿ Stitch markers FINISHED SIZE Hood measures 40 x 25cm excluding scarf section Scarf section measures 54 x 14cm TENSION 16sts and 18 rows in pattern measures 10x10cm ABBREVIATIONS Turn to page 90 for a full list of abbreviations ABOUT THIS YARN RICO BASIC SUPER BIG ARAN 80% acrylic, 20% wool 880m per 400g www.loveknitting.com Autumn’s dwindling temperatures are no reason to stay indoors, especially if you have a lovely cosy bear cowl to wrap up in! This fun design is made up in super-big Aran, which is deliciously warm while being thick enough to ensure you’ll make speedy progress. The ears, though optional, are a really cute detail that…

YOU WILL NEED ✿ Rowan Big Wool, 3 x 100g balls of White Hot (001) ✿ 8mm hook (for button placket and loops) ✿ 12mm hook ✿ 2 buttons, 3cm diameter TENSION 1 complete row of 25 sts meas the length of the cowl (33cm) SIZE With cowl seamed and lying flat: top opening 31cm, bottom opening 54cm, length 33cm ABBREVIATIONS Turn to page 90 for a full list of abbreviations ABOUT THIS YARN ROWAN BIG WOOL 100% wool 80m per 100g www.knitrowan.com  There are days when we’d love to stay under the duvet with a crochet WIP to hand. Carol’s extra luxurious cowl is the next best thing, so you can head out into the world while staying as snuggly as though you’re still in bed. The mock cables…

YOU WILL NEED ✿ DROPS Fabel Print, 2 balls in Tex Mex (153) ✿ 4mm hook ✿ Basic sewing kit, including yarn needle FINISHED SIZE 244 x 10cm TENSION Work the scarf width x 10 rows in the main lace pattern to measure 10x10 cm using a 4mm crochet hook, or size required to obtain tension. ABBREVIATIONS ✿ For a full list of abbreviations, turn to page 90 ABOUT THIS YARN DROPS FABEL PRINT 75% wool; 25% polyamide 205m per 50g www.garnstudio.com This extra long scarf is lightweight and slender, yet ideal for looping and layering for extra warmth, or leaving loose for an elegant look on warmer days. Designer Deborah lives in the Vale of Glamorgan and the autumn shades of this rural landscape are evident in her stylish…

YOU WILL NEED ✿ Malabrigo Merino Worsted, 1 x 100g skein of Tuareg (98) ✿ 4mm hook ✿ 5mm hook FINISHED SIZE To fit head circumference: 49-56cm Head circumference: 50cm Height: 16cm TENSION Yarn used crochets as aran weight to this tension: 12 sts and 8 rows in spaced trebles (see abbreviations) to 10cm using 5mm hook, after blocking. ABBREVIATIONS Front Post treble (FPtr) Work around post of st in prev row as follows: Yrh, insert hook into gap between the sts to the right of the st in the prev row, and bring the hook out in the gap to the left of the st. Cont with tr st as normal. Spaced trebles (str) Yrh, insert hook into space between the stitches on the prev row, work treble as…

YOU WILL NEED ✿ Cascade Eco+ 1 x 250g skein of Pacific (2433) ✿ 5mm hook ✿ 5.5mm hook ✿ Stitch marker ✿2 buttons (2.5cm diameter) FINISHED SIZE To fit: 0-6 months Waist: 41-46cm Finished length: 66cm TENSION Yarn crochets as chunky as follows: 14 sts and 13 rows measures 10x10cm over dc ribbing using 5mm hook. 2.5sts and 7 rows in shell stitch measures 10x10cm using a 5.5mm hook SPECIAL STITCHES Bldc back loop double crochet Work a double crochet stitch into the back loop only of the next stitch on the previous row Shell Stitch (Sh) Set-up row: Skip 2 sts, 5tr in same stitch, skip 2 sts, dc in next stitch. Subsequent rows: dc in centre tr of shell, 5tr in dc between shells. Shell Decrease (Sh…

YOU WILL NEED ✿ Rowan Savannah 2 x 50g balls of each: Yarn A Pampas (936) ; Yarn B Chalk Grey (940) ✿ Rowan Kidsilk Haze 1 x 25g balls of each: Yarn C Ghost (642); Yarn D Tornado (667) ✿ 5.5mm hook FINISHED SIZE 33x76cm TENSION Yarn used crochets to this tension: 13 sts and 10 rows to measure 10x10cm over pattern using a 5.5mm crochet hook ABBREVIATIONS Turn to page 90 for a full list of abbreviations ABOUT THIS YARN ROWAN SAVANNAH 94% cotton; 6% silk 80m per 50g ROWAN KIDSILK HAZE 70% mohair; 30% silk 210m per 25g www.knitrowan.com SIMPLE STEPS HOW TO MAKE A TREBLE Mix soft and fuzzy mohair with sumptuous silk to make a light and airy cowl with dreamy texture. Helen Ardley’s stylish…