Innholdsfortegnelse for April 2019 i Mollie Magazine

Spring is in the air, and it’s about time too! Those lighter mornings and evenings make such a difference, and I always feel a renewed sense of energy with this season, ready to make the most of the longer days. This month, we’re helping you do the same with plenty of ways to learn something new. Partly inspired by the time of year, and partly by Mollie fave, the Great British Sewing Bee, we’ve teamed up with Tilly and the Buttons to help you start your me-made wardrobe. This month’s gift is one of their amazing patterns, meaning you can learn to sew your own outfit instead of hitting the shops. There’s plenty of yarn inspiration too, from our crochet floral wreath to a new way of weaving. And, we’ve…

SANDWICHES, CAMPERVANS AND SUNSHINE - childrenswear doing it for the kids. Be it wardrobe basics with quirky prints or luxe items you’ll wish they stocked in grown-up sizes (pink satin bomber jacket anyone?), CarlijnQ is all about playful, unisex designs. Inspired to create clothes in soft, organic fabrics after having her daughter, Doris, Carlijn’s brand is now sold in over 200 stores worldwide. Sustainable principles and serious style points? No wonder they’re going from strength to strength. www.carlijnq.nl GET YOUR FIVE A DAY WITH BLUEBELLGRAY’S new collection. Awash with watercolour brushstrokes and deep inky blues, their latest inspiration is taken from moody Scottish skies and the fields below. This Big Pomegranate set gives artichokes, chard, radish and pomegranates an abstract twist we adore. Contrasted with delicate pink tassels at each…

It’s a given that Scandinavia have got it going on when it comes to design, and Danish interiors brand Hübsch are one of the stars. There’s always an emphasis on happiness and the unique in what they produce – the latest collection favours graphic, sculptural shapes. www.hubsch-interior.com…

HOW TO MAKE AN ORGANISATIONAL BOARD MATERIALS 61 x 122cm (24 x 48¼") plywood sheet, 12 or 18mm thick 4mm wood drill piece 18mm paddle drill piece 90cm (35½") wooden dowel, 18mm thick 50 x 8cm (19¾ x 3 1/8") timber, 1cm ( 3/8") thick Magnetic primer (we used Rust-Oleum) Furniture paint (we used Rust-Oleum Furniture Paint in Dusky Pink, Mustard and Mineral Grey) 25 x 15 x 16cm (9 7/8 x 6 x 6 8wire basket Washitape Painter’s tape (we used FrogTape) Saw Sandpaper Paint brushes or rollers Strong thread Metal ruler Ever fallen foul of Pinterestinduced studio envy? Us too. It’s time to seize a toolbox and take action. And whether you have a dedicated space for your crafting or not, you’ll be able to get your…

“There’s so much love, creativity and uniqueness in the handmade world.” Louisa Sheward and her BFF (Best Fibre Friend) Mel McLoughlin only started The Fibre Lounge last year, but they’re already living their best craft lives – and helping others do so, too. Winners of the 2018 Mollie Makes Handmade Champion Award, for Louisa: “Community is key to everything we do.” The Fibre Lounge has blossomed from an online store to a bricks and mortar shop – something the pair always wanted as a base for their community. Plus, they’ve got a yarn subscription box, workshops, retreats, a indie yarn store campaign, an Instagram challenge and a YouTube vlog thrown into the mix too. It’s a lot to fit into one sentence, let alone into a year of business. But,…

How to make it... You will need: Craft Essentials - Scissors - Pencil Hobbycraft Supplies - Kitchen Craft Preserving Jar 500ml - Faux Spring Flowers in pink, white, yellow and blue - Foam Sheets A4 in pink, white, yellow and blue - Tacky Glue 300ml - Hot Melt 7mm Mini Glue Gun - Hot Melt Glue Sticks 7mm 50 pack - Uni Paint Black Bullet Tip Permanent Marker Hobbycraft's pretty handmade Easter bunny jars are a unique way to bring spring to life in your home – plus, they're a lot of fun to make. You could even take things a step further and decorate a selection of jar sizes to create a gorgeous family of bunnies. All you need to get going with this project is a couple of…

HOW TO MAKE A NEEDLE PUNCH LAMB MATERIALS Knitcraft Leader of the Pac 90% acrylic, 10% alpaca, 169m/185yd per 100g, one ball each in Pink (Yarn A) and Mink (Yarn B) Women’s Institute Soft and Chunky Yarn, 70% acrylic, 30% merino wool,110m/120yd per 100g, two balls in Cream (Yarn C) Women’s Institute Soft and Smooth Aran, 100% acrylic, 660m/722yd per 400g, one ball in Biscuit (Yarn D) Scraps of aran-weight yarn in black (Yarn E) and mustard (Yarn F) 33x33cm13 x 13") monk’s cloth fabric 33 x 33cm (13 x 13") backing fabric 28 x 28cm (11 x 11") clip frame or embroidery hoop Needle punch Yarn needle Zipper foot Toy stuffing Fabric marker or fabric chalk Masking tape Not gonna lie – we’ve still not quite recovered from…

HOW TO MAKE A RHUBARB CHEESECAKE INGREDIENTS For the base 2 tbsp coconut oil 300g (10½oz) vegan biscuits For the cheesecake mixture 80g (3oz) raw cacao butter 240ml (8fl oz) almond milk or any plant milk 180ml (6fl oz) maple syrup 300g (10½oz) raw cashews, soaked overnight 2½ tsp vanilla extract 4-5 tsp freshly grated ginger 2 tbsp lemon juice For the topping 200g (7oz) fresh rhubarb 2 tbsp coconut sugar or maple syrup (optional) ½ tsp of vanilla extract Juice of 1 orange 1 tsp cornflour Chopped pistachios (optional) EQUIPMENT 20cm (7 7/8") round springform tin Baking paper Food processor Large baking dish Blender A slow Sunday lunch calls for an indulgent dessert that looks as delicious as it tastes. Whether you’re going for a full Easter roast for…

HOW TO MAKE A PEG LOOM CUSHION MATERIALS 50cm (19¾") wide peg loom (ours was from Debbie Bliss Roma, 70% wool, 30% alpaca, 80m/87yd per 100g, two balls in Cream (53001) (Yarn A) Lion Brand Hometown USA, 100% acrylic, 74m/81yd per 142g, one ball each in Louisville Julep (117) (Yarn B) and Montpelier Peacock (175) (Yarn E) Knit Craft Hug It Out, 100% acrylic, 58m/63yd per 200g, one ball in Shell (HH04) (Yarn C) King Cole Big Value Super Chunky, 100% acrylic, 81m/90yd per 100g, one ball in Mustard (3121) (Yarn D) Cottonstring Two 45 x 35cm (17¾ x 13¾") pieces of backing fabric Tapestry needle Sewing needle Matching sewing thread 43 x 43cm (17 x 17") cushion pad Adhesive putty or clamps It’s no secret that super…

“Think: have I represented people as best as I can?” When Runner’sWorld featured a hijabwearing woman as their cover model in 2016 I thought “wow! It’s cool to see someone like me on a magazine!”. I looked at sewing magazines, expecting them to reflect the diversity of the community, but it was obvious there was a real issue. Out of 52 covers from four different magazines, there were zero nonwhite models. That’s when I realised this was a big problem and I needed to speak out. After reviewing sewing mag covers from 2017-2018, I launched the #sewincolour hashtag. I wanted to get people thinking about what we can do individually to improve representation for all. The response was so much bigger than I expected and the sewing community really got…

MAKING YOUR OWN CLOTHES HAS NEVER BEEN SO EASY, thanks to sewing experts Tilly and the Buttons. Renowned for their easy-to-use patterns aimed at DIY dressmakers, we teamed up with them to bring you two wardrobe updates for the new season. Inside your gift you’ll find full size pattern sheets ready to cut out, plus step-by-step instructions and photos, making learning a new skill a breeze. Turn over for tips on getting started, and personalising your makes your way. Find detailed tutorials for techniques and fitting at www.tillyandthebuttons.com/p/marigold.html 20% OFF AT TILLY AND THE BUTTONS! If you’ve been bitten by the Great British Sewing Bee bug, or are looking to step up your skills, make Tilly and the Buttons your first port of call. From beginner designs like their Cleo…

HOW TO MAKE A PUFFA BAG MATERIALS 112 x 40cm (44 1/8 x 15¾") lightweight water-resistant fabric (we used Showerproof Lining in pale lilac from Fabric1) 112 x 40cm (44 1/8 x 15¾") foam interfacing 54 x 37cm (21¼ x 14 5/8") quilting weight plain cotton fabric (Fabric 2) 180cm (70 7/8") matching webbing, 3cm (1¼") wide 250g polyester toy stuffing Matching sewing thread Tape measure We’re nowhere near ready to hang up our duvet coats yet, so we’re taking the trend to the next level and sewing a puffer-style bag. This quilted wonder is waterproof and roomy, as well as delightfully squishy. Athleisure? You betcha, and then some – one jumbo tote worthy of pilates classes and burger dates alike. Use your favourite pastel tone du jour to keep…

Lifelong crafter Lindsey Campbell has always been fascinated with making. Her successful weaving business, Hello Hydrangea, is thriving, but it’s only recently she’s worked full-time as a fibre artist, designer, instructor and author. Before her son was born three years ago, Lindsey worked in the fashion industry as a marketing designer, photographer and graphic designer, fitting in her love of weaving, macramé and modern crafts on the side. Through her blog, Lindsey gained a loyal following of crafters who shared her love of graphic, organic and textural makes. Online video classes followed, and Lindsey has since taught thousands of students around the world how to weave, macramé and needle punch. Lindsey has now fulfilled two lifelong dreams, as not only has she designed a couple of Hello Hydrangea collections for…

This year marks the 100th anniversary of Bauhaus, the revolutionary German art, architecture and design school that transformed the way we look at art and functionality. Never heard of it? Chances are you’re more familiar with it than you think.The Bauhaus movement’s influence on contemporary design is huge, creating an instantly and widely recognisable style that’s part of popular culture. “Its ideas had an impact well beyond the school itself, its locations and its time,” explains the Bauhaus100 team ( www.bauhaus100.com ), who have organised inspiring events and exhibitions all over the world to celebrate the centenary. THE BEGINNING The Bauhaus school was founded by architect Walter Gropius in 1919, who rejected the traditional pupil-teacher set-up. Instead, Gropius cultivated a community of artists working together to help inspire one another,…

01 BONBI FOREST This poster by Lee Foster-Wilson has a comforting sentiment that will add a touch of personality to your home. ‘There’s Nothing Here to Run From’ comes in A4 and A3 sizes, £8-10. www.bonbiforest.com 02 AUTUMN BELLA DESIGNS Autumn Bella Designs specialise in creating beautiful, personalised illustrations.With a large range of designs to choose from they make thoughtful, creative gifts for weddings, birthdays and christenings. www.autumnbelladesigns.co.uk 03 JENNIFER KELLETT ILLUSTRATION & DESIGN A ideal gift for a fox lover, this charming limited edition, hand-pulled screen print by Jennifer Kellett would add a lovely modern touch to a country home. www.jenniferkellett.co.uk 04 SARAH EDMONDS ILLUSTRATION Sarah’s bestselling pun collection is both educational and amusing. Featuring bright illustrations and hand-drawn lettering, her prints make excellent gifts for everyone and are…

HOW TO MAKE FLORAL WALL ART MATERIALS 30.5 x 30.5cm (12 x 12") fabric Embroidery thread (we used DMC stranded cotton in 224 (pale pink), 225 (baby pink), 310 (black), 316 (dusty pink), 420 (golden brown), 648 (stone grey), 924 (dark teal), 3052 (olive green), 3362 (dark green), 3803 (magenta), 3811 (ice blue), 3820 (yellow) and Ecru) Fine-tipped black fabric marker Size8embroideryneedle 15cm (6") embroidery hoop Embroidery scissors You’re definitely not alone if grabbing a last-minute bouquet has become standard Mother’s Day behaviour, but perhaps it’s time to change things up and celebrate the mammas in your life in an altogether craftier and more intentional way. How about giving everlasting blooms instead? This botanical embroidered hoop is a creative alternative to a bunch of flowers, and doubles as wall…