Innholdsfortegnelse for August 2017 i Love Crochet

Are you in a holiday frame of mind? We know we are! And whether you’re planning on jetting off somewhere exotic, or simply lazing in the back garden with a good book and cool drink, there’s nothing like a bit of downtime in the sun to recharge. So with this in mind, this issue we have projects inspired by happy holidays, both home and away… We have a very cute and cool pair of shorts, in a goes-witheverything pea-green shade on page 31– a space-saving suitcase essential. There’s our sweet sunglasses case inspired by a childhood favourite lolly (p37). And if you turn to page 38, we have a fabulous pair of feline fight socks – purrfect (not the last time we make that pun we’re afraid), for getting cosy…

Top tip A few rudimentary cross stitch skills are all you need to fnish the pot in style B uenos diás! Meet Cyril the Cactus! A sweet Mexican mate, complete with detachable sombrero… Cyril makes the ideal desktop buddy to see you through rough days at work, or could even work as a pincushion for a crafty friend - or yourself if you can’t bear to part with him! His body hooks up in no time, giving you a chance to really go to town with his accessories. Cute and quirky, Cyril would make a great housewarming gift, too. Viva Mexico! You wil need ■ 1 ball of Rico Creative Cotton (Aran) in: Light Pistachio (44), Turquoise (36), Fuchsia (13), Brown (58), Light Yellow (63) and Smokey Orange (72) ■ 3.5mm…

Top tip Master the magic ring technique to shape Marvin’s head, body and limbs You will need ■ Drops Safran 4ply white in Orange (28), Beige (21), Strong Yellow (11) and Yellow (10) ■ 3.5mm crochet hook ■ 9mm safety toy eyes ■ Wool and embroidery needle ■ Toy stuffing ■ Stitch markers Size ■ 12x12x8cm (4¾x 4¾x3in) Tension ■ Tension is not important for this project Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 90 About this yarn Drops Safran 4ply 100% cotton 160m per 50g £1.15 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk M arvin the cheeky monkey is the perfect primate pal to hang out with kids, over the course of the summer holidays! And with his own little banana to snack on, he won’t need feeding either! Marvin is made up of lots of…

You will need ■ Rico Creative Cotton (Aran) in White (80), Fuchsia (13), Brown (58), Clay (51), Pastel Pink (02), Vanilla (62) and Pastel Green (67) ■ 3.5mm crochet hook ■ Snap fastener ■ Wool and embroidery needle Size ■ 24x9cm (9½x3½) Tension ■ Tension is not important for this project. Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 90 About this yarn Rico Creative Cotton (Aran) 100% cotton 85m per 50g £1.89 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk W e love a whimsical project that ends up as something fabulously useful too. Recreating a sweet, summer treat in Rico yarn, Liz Ward’s design is practical enough to make sure your glasses stay safe and sound. You might though, have a hankering for nipping to the ice cream van for a delicious Fab lolly! LOLLY Make…

A lmost before our conversation has begun, Ingrid Wagner is keen to assert that she’s not a crafter or crocheter, “in the normal run of things.” Instead, she explains: “My background is in textile design and painting – I’m most interested in creating big pieces of fabric that have simplicity at their heart and allow me to focus on colour.” Which is where the crochet comes in. “Big Crochet allows me to create quickly – I have no patience with complicated stitches,” she admits. “I’m therefore, brilliant at the most basic stitches, namely double crochet. This creates a very close ‘stitch’ in terms of the fnished fabric, which really is exactly what’s needed for the interior textiles we create.” Ingrid runs Ingrid Wagner Rugs & Art Creation, a growing textiles…

Top tip For extra dazzle, add a scatter of French knots or small beads in contrast shades You will need ■ Use any 100% cotton DK yarn in white and a selection of bold colours ■ 4mm crochet hook ■ 3 large beads ■ 3 medium beads ■ A wooden curtain ring ■ Plant pot Size ■ Base: 9.5cm (3½in) diameter ■ Height from base to top: approx 50cm (19½in) Tension ■ Tension is not important for this project Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 90 W hether you’ve got a lot of outside space or none at all, you can create a gorgeous garden of your very own with a hanging plant pot holder or two. Colourwork and wooden beads make these crochet pretties a must-hook – and they’re…

Top tip If you worry about losing count, insert a stitch marker after every ten stitches You will need ■ Sublime Baby Cashmere Merino Silk DK 1 ball of each: Yarn A Vanilla (003) Yarn B Nutkin (275) Yarn C Cheeky (048) Plus a small amount of Yarn D Teddy Red (192) for the cherry ■ Small amount of toy stuffing ■ A standard 6-cup teapot, approx 15cm diameter ■ 4mm crochet hook Size ■ Teapot measurements are 25x15x17cm (10x6x7in) Tension ■ Yarn used crochets to this tension: 22sts and 28 rows measures 10x10cm (4x4in) in dc. Abbreviations ■ FPhtr yrh, starting at the front, insert hook from front to back to front around the post of the indicated st, complete as for htr. ■ BPhtr yrh, starting at the back,…

Top tip This yarn is also available other gorgeous shades that work well with this design You will need ■ Peter Pan DK, 2 (2: 3) balls of Baby Blue (306) ■ 4mm crochet hook ■ Tapestry needle ■ 2 buttons, 18mm (¾in) in diameter ■ Stitch markers Sizes ■ See guide below. Tension ■ 3 stitch pattern repeats measure 9cm (3½in) and 9 rows measure 10cm (4in), over main stitch patt Abbreviations ■ Tr4tog (Yrh, insert hook in next st, yrh and pull up loop, yrh and pull through 2 loops) 4 times, yrh and pull through all 5 loops on hook. ■ FPtr Yrh, starting at the front, insert hook from front to back to front around the post of the st in the row below, complete as for…

You will need ■ Debbie Bliss Donegal Luxury Tweed Aran (90% Wool, 10% Angora, 50g/85m),1 ball of each: Yarn A Maroon (16) Yarn B Gold (36) ■ 4mm crochet hook ■ 2 pieces of cotton fabric measuring 50x36cm (20x14½in) ■ Sewing needle and matching thread ■ 70cm (28in) of coordinating ribbon for fastening Sizes ■ See guide below Tension ■ 13.5 sts and 8 rows to 10x10cm (4x4cm) over treble crochet using a 4mm hook. Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 90 About this yarn Debbie Bliss Donegal Luxury Tweed Aran 90% wool, 10% angora 88m per 50g £5.95 www.laughinghens.com C ombine your crochet and sewing skills to create this sweet child’s dress by Ruby McGrath of Frank & Olive ( www.frankandolive.com). The yoke is worked in a yummy…

Top tip Give the yarn a tug after each decrease (dc2tog) to make sure your stitch is nice and tight You will need ■ DMC Natura in Ibiza (1) or Ivory (2) 01, Gardenia (36), Tournesol (16), Safran (47), Blue Layette (05), Golden Lemon (43), Gris Argent (09), Noir (11) ■ 3mm crochet hook ■ 9mm black safety toy eyes ■ Toy stuffing ■ Pink embroidery thread ■ Small buttons ■ Ribbon ■ Air erasable pen ■ Small block of foam ■ Wool and embroidery needle Size ■ 12x10cm (5x4in) Tension ■ Keep your tension tight Abbreviations ■ htr3tog: half treble crochet the next three stitches together ■ Bobble stitch: Yarn over, insert hook in stitch, yarn over, draw loop through, yarn over, draw through two loops on hook, (yarn over,…

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 finger of your left hand (if you are righthanded), then behind the third and middle fingers, over your index finger. METHOD TWO Loop the ball…

Top tip To save time, make the bag in just two shades – it will look equally pretty! You will need ■ James C Brett Supreme Baby DK in the following shades: Lilac Pink (12) = A Lime Green (22) = B Yellow (20) = C Pumpkin (19) = D Turquoise (21) = E Denim blue (13) = F ■ 3.5mm crochet hook Size ■ 36cm (14in) wide x 46cm (18in) long Tension ■ Tension is not important for this project Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 90 About this yarn James C Brett Supreme Baby DK 70% acrylic, 30% polyamide 310m per 100g £2.99 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk C arry summer essentials in style with Val Pierce’s gorgeous beach bag. With just enough room for sun cream, shades and a sizzling novel,…

Top tip To make a picot easily, hook a few ch and then add a slip stitch at the base You will need ■ Stylecraft Classique Cotton, 4 balls of Yarn A White (3660), 2 balls of each: Yarn B Azure (3671) Yarn C Sunflower (3662) Yarn D Teal (3566) Yarn E Lavender (3673) Yarn F Hot Pink (3668) ■ 4mm crochet hook ■ 4.5mm crochet hook ■ Stiff wire for outside brim (optional) Size ■ 40cm (15¾in) total diameter ■ 15cm (6in) depth ■ Circumference of hat around head measures 55cm (21½in) Tension ■ 17 sts and 22 rows measure 10cm (4in) with a 4.5mm hook. Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 90 About this yarn Stylecraft Classique Cotton 100% cotton 92m per 50g £2.19 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk Top Tip For…

Top tip Work top down in two pieces, Left Front and Back, then Right Front and Back You will need ■ Sirdar Cotton DK in Bluebird (515) ■ 4mm crochet hook ■ Tapestry needle Sizes ■ For measurements and yarn quantities, see table. Tension ■ 18 sts and 23 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) in Tweed Stitch using a 4mm hook. Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 90 About this yarn Sirdar Cotton DK 100% cotton 212m per 100g £4.99 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk Measurements Sizing guide A dd these sweet shorts to your summer capsule wardrobe for instant, casual glamour. These colourful cuties are cool, comfy and so much fun to hook. Work a two-row double crochet pattern repeat to form a pretty tweedy stitch. The shorts are then fastened with a…

Top tip These quizzical cats are taking a nap. Follow their example once you’re aboard! You will need ■ Rico Essentials Cotton (DK) 2 balls of Silver (03) ■ Small amount of black DK cotton for facial features ■ 3mm crochet hook ■ Stitch markers Sizes ■ See table on page 40 Tension ■ 24 sts and 13 rounds to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over htr worked in the round. Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 90 About this yarn Rico Essentials Cotton (DK) 100% cotton 130m per 50g £2.89 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk T hese ultra-cute pussycat travel socks are – wait for it – purrfect for travelling. And, rather unusually, they are worked toe up using the amigurumi method of chaining a continuous circle. The end result is seam-free and deliciously comfortable,…

You will need ■ Rooster Almerino Aran 1 ball each of Silver (320), Brighton Rock (307), Gooseberry (306) Or yarn from your stash ■ 5mm crochet hook ■ Tapestry needle Size ■ 7x5.5cm (2¾x2in) folded flat Tension ■ Tension is not important for this project Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 90 About this yarn Rooster Almerino Aran 50% baby alpaca, 50% merino wool 94m per 50g £5.75 www.laughinghens.com T here’s nothing like alfresco dining when the weather turns dry and warm, just long enough for us to fnish a meal! And little surpasses the pleasure of setting an outside table with pretty items we’ve crocheted ourselves. These napkin rings are a quick and easy way to bring a sweet, summer feel to your alfresco lunch. Enjoy! Top Tip…

Top tip More sure that the yarn you choose will be ultra soft against baby’s sensitive toes You will need ■ Worsted weight 100% cotton, 1 ball in the following: ecru (A), lilac (B) ■ Small amounts in the following: sky blue (C), lime green (D), pale yellow (E), apricot (F) ■ 4mm crochet hook ■ Tapestry needle ■ Two 15mm (⅝in) buttons Sizes ■ Size: 0-6 months ■ Foot circumference: 10cm (4in) ■ Foot length from heel: 8cm (3¼in) Tension ■ 17 sts and 13 rows = 4” (10 cm) in half double crochet Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 90 S hades of spun sugar make baby’s frst Mary Janes an irresistibly sweet design to hook up. The little bows and buttons create adorable accents to this classic,…

Top tip These crocheted buttons are safer for baby than a row of fuffy pompoms! You will need ■ Aran weight 50% cotton/50% acrylic yarn, 2 balls of baby blue (A) 1 ball in the following colours or the colours of your choice: forest green (B), orange (C), cobalt (D), gold (E), claret (F) ■ 5mm crochet hook ■ 4mm crochet hook ■ 3 locking stitch markers ■ Tapestry needle Sizes ■ Size: 6 months [12 months, 18 months] ■ Chest circumference: 53.5 [53.5, 56.5] cm (12 [21, 22¼]in) ■ Length: 28 [30.5, 30.5] cm (11 [12, 12]in) Shown in size 6 months. Tension ■ 13 sts and 8 rows = 10 cm (4”) in treble crochet with 5 mm hook Abbreviations ■ Vst: 1tr, 1ch, 1tr in indicated stitch or…

Crochet In the next issue... Gear up for back-to-school season with your next issue of Love Crochet! We have ideas and makes to help take the edge off the end of the summer holidays, and mark the start of the new school term. We also have beautiful autumnal projects for all skill levels, plus inspiration and crucial crochet tips. Plus. we’re giving away BONUS bamboo crochet hooks with every issue! Don’t miss out – pre-order your copy now! At just £5.99 this issue includes: ■ Projects for autumn ■ Advice and tutorials ■ News, reviews & more The October 2017 issue is on sale 29th August. Pre-order your copy today with FREE UK delivery! Only £ 5 .9 9 including p&p PRE-ORDER YOUR COPY TODAY! CALL 03330 162 138 and…

Top tip To prevent small treasures falling though the holes, add a fabric lining You will need ■ Sirdar Cotton DK in each of the following shades: Mediterranean Blue (540) = A Sea Shell (533) = B Breaking Waves (538) = C Cool Blue (527) = D Vanilla (502) = E Terracotta (539) = F ■ 3.5mm crochet hook ■ Small amount of toy stuffng Size ■ Approx 32cm (12½in) wide x 36cm (14in) long Tension ■ Tension isn’t important for this project Abbreviations ■ C2TR = Cross 2 trebles worked over 2 sts as follows: miss frst st, work 1tr into next st, now work 1tr into the missed st, thus crossing the stitches over. ■ For standard abbreviations see page 90 L ooking forward to a holiday is one…

Top tip You can tweak the panda design to make other animals if preferred! You will need ■ Stylecraft Special DK in: Fiesta (1257), White (1001) and Black (1002) ■ 4mm crochet hook ■ 2mm crochet hook ■ Embroidery needle ■ Scissors ■ 1 nine inch dark pink zip ■ Pencil ■ Ruler ■ Thin sharp needle Tension ■ Tension is not important for this project Abbreviations ■ MC – Magic circle ■ For standard abbreviations see page 90 About this yarn Stylecraft Special DK 100% acrylic 295m per 100g £1.85 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk N othing eases the end of summer holidays like a snazzy new, back-to-school pencil case. Relive those days with this versatile case (it’s perfect for storing crochet bits and bobs too), or make a panda case for a child…

Top tip Since the scarf is worked back and forth in rows, there’s not a right or wrong side! You will need ■ Manos del Uruguay Serena, 2 skeins of Swallowtail (2020) ■ 3.5mm crochet hook Size ■ Finished scarf measures 112x70cm (44x27½in) Tension ■ Tension is not important for this project Abbreviations ■ Picot Ch3, ss into the third ch from the hook. ■ For standard abbreviations see page 90 About this yarn Manos del Uruguay Serena 60% baby alpaca, 40% cotton 155m per 50g £11.90 www.laughinghens.com O ne swallow doesn’t make a summer, but two skeins of soft Manos de Uruguay yarn in this delicious Swallowtail colourway, will make a gorgeous seasonal scarf. The pretty picot edging gives it an extra feminine touch. Grab your hook and yarn and…

Top tip Sew completed squares together as you go so you don’t have to face it all at the end You will need ■ Any DK pure wool in the following: 12 balls of White 4 balls of Orange 3 balls each of: Turquoise, Blue, Yellow, Purple and Pink ■ 4mm crochet hook Tension ■ Tension is not important for this project Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 90 SQUARES NUMBERED 1-7 A blanket can seem like a daunting project when you consider the scale and colour changes. But with this vibrant design, made up of 20 different squares in total, it’s actually really straightforward to hook up. Give each individual one your full attention, and enjoy! BLANKET BASIC SQUARE Ch6, ss into the frst ch to form a ring.…

Top tip When you change colour, twist the yarn ends around one another on the WS You will need ■ Rooster Almerino DK 4 balls of Cornish (201), 1 ball of each: Brighton Rock (211), Pier (216), Beach (217), Starfish (218) ■ 3mm crochet hook ■ 3.5mm crochet hook ■ 25cm (9¾in) square cushion pad ■ 3 buttons ■ Clover pompom maker (Extra Small) Size ■ Each cushion measures 25cm (9¾in) square, without the pompom edging. Tension ■ 17sts and 24 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over double crochet using a 3.5mm hook Abbreviations ■ 3-tr cluster (Yrh, insert hook in sp/ st indicated, yrh and pull up loop, yrh and draw through 2 loops) three times inserting hook in same sp/st each time yrh and draw through all loops on…

Top tip The play mat design can be easily modifed to any size and shape you like You will need ■ Any Aran weight 100% wool in the following: 4 balls of white (A) 1 ball in the following colours: Red (B) Orange (C) Bright yellow (D) Lemon yellow (E) Lime green (F) Apple green (G) Cobalt (H) Cornflower blue (I) Fuchsia (J) Baby pink (K) Claret (L) Cyan (M) Heather (N) ■ 4.5mm crochet hook Size ■ 110x110cm (43x43in) Tension ■ Each motif measures 7cm (2¾in) in diameter, without edging Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 90 P acked with intriguing textures and luscious colours, this babyfriendly project is bound to stimulate the senses of any child who encounters it. Dedri Uys loves creating designs that work on more…

Top tip Sew a single large pearl bead to the centre of each shell for extra difference! You will need ■ Rowan Purelife Revive 1 ball of each in the shades of your choice (we used Pumice (461), Marble (466) and Grit (473), but any shades in this range will work) ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook Sizes ■ Large shell motif measures 10cm (4in) high ■ Medium shell motif measures 7cm (2¾in) high Tension ■ Tension is not important for this project Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 90 About this yarn Rowan Purelife Revive 36% recycled silk, 36% recycled cotton, 28% recycled viscose 125m per 50g £6.79 www.loveknitting.com B ring an element of handmade beach-hut fashion to your home with a length of shell bunting, transforming any room…

Top tip Always use yarn for your edging that’s a similar weight to the project yarn You will need ■ Rico Baby Classic (DK), 4 balls each of White (001) and Ice Blue (23) (or the shade of your choice) ■ 4mm crochet hook Size ■ 74cm (29in) square Tension ■ Tension is not important for this project Abbreviations ■ For standard abbreviations see page 87 About this yarn Rico Baby Classic (DK) 50% acrylic, 50% polyamide 165m per 50g £2.79 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk G ranny squares reign supreme for baby blankets, and this cosy creation is made of one great big one. What could be simpler than that? You’ll work multiple stripes with two gentle shades, work treble stitches in the round, and trim with a pretty shell edging. Notes The blanket…

Cairn Terrier Crochet Pattern HOOKEDBYANGEL £19.97 www.HookedbyAngel.etsy.com Add a touch of snuffe love to your mid-morning cuppa with this gorgeous mug cosy kit by Angel Doherty. Just one pup from a whole pack of cute canine cup cosies, the Cairn Terrier’s serious fuff-factor gets our vote. Suitable for beginners with lots of pictures and tips, your fnished cosy will stretch to ft most cup sizes. “It also looks adorable around a small jar,” suggests Angel. “Fill it with treats for yourself or your dog!” The kit includes a colour printed pattern or optional PDF fle, all the yarn you need, polyfll, plus the crucial doggie eyes and nose. Ecofriendly bag kit KELLSKRAFTSGB £15 www.KellsKraftsGB.etsy.com This colourful bag is ideal for carrying your essentials to the beach, with holes large enough…