Innholdsfortegnelse for Your Crochet Christmas 2019 i Your Crochet Christmas

Welcome! We’re delighted you’ve joined us to celebrate this year’s edition of YOUR CROCHET CHRISTMAS, a collection of over 60 of our favourite patterns from Simply Crochet. Whether you’re crafting a gift for a loved one or treating yourself to some cosy NEW WINTER ACCESSORIES, we’ve got your whole season hooked up! Find the perfect ideas for family, friends and stocking fillers in our GIFTS section on page 46 – we’ve got everyone on your list covered. Once they’re sorted, turn to our DECORATIONS section on page 80, to whip up festive garlands and Kate Eastwood’s amazing Christmas wreath. Take a look at page 6 if you’re after a new WINTER WARDROBE – we’ve got hats, mitts, wraps and even a selection of pretty jumpers to choose from. Some are…

YOU WILL NEED ■ Novita Nordic Wool (100% wool, 50g/155m): Rock (048) Pomegranate (532) Off White (010) Petrol (184) The shades Petrol and Pomegranate are now discontinued but they are still widely available. You can substitute Aqua (116) for Petrol and Heather (554) for Pomegranate if necessary. See table for yarn quantities and measurements ■ A 4mm (US G/6) hook For yarn stockists contact www.novitaknits.com TENSION 16 sts and 8 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over treble crochet (without colourwork) using a 4mm hook 17 sts and 8 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over colourwork pattern worked in treble crochet, using a 4mm hook ABBREVIATIONS puff stitch (shown as P on the Chart) (Yrh, insert hook in st indicated, yrh and pull up loop) 3 times, yrh and draw through…

YOU WILL NEED Novita 7 Pohjola Veljestä (45% wool, 30% Finnish wool, 25% polyamide, 100g/200m), 3 balls of Luosto (894) A 4.5mm (US 7) hook For yarn stockists contact www.novitaknits.com TENSION 14 sts and 7 rows measures 10x10cm (4x4in) over tr st MEASUREMENTS Scarf measures approx 168x25cm (66¼x9¾in) without Fringe ABBREVIATIONS FPdtr Yrh twice, insert hook around front of post of the st indicated, yrh, pull up the loop, (yrh, pull through 2 loops on the hook) 3 times For a full list, see page 130 Worked in a robust stitch pattern, this scarf has a twisted cable design down the centre with raised ridges on either side. The yarn was created to celebrate Novita’s 90th anniversary, and has a long colour repeat, with shifting tones giving a pretty effect.…

1 To make a double treble stitch, yrh twice and insert the hook under the top 2 loops of the next stitch on the previous row. Yrh and draw through the stitch only (4 loops on hook). 2 Yrh and pull the yarn through the first 2 loops only (3 loops on hook). 3 Yrh and pull the yarn through the first 2 loops only (2 loops on hook). 4 Yrh and pull the yarn through the remaining 2 loops. There’s your double treble made and you’ll have one loop left on your hook ready to do the next stitch.…

1 Begin working a treble as usual: yrh, insert hook under top two loops of next stitch on prev row, yrh, pull loop through (3 loops on hook), yrh and pull through first 2 loops (2 loops on hook). 2 Without finishing the first tr, begin the next tr, working yrh, insert hook in next stitch on prev row. Again, work yrh and pull loop through, yrh and pull through first 2 loops (3 loops on hook). 3 Now complete both the treble stitches together by working yrh and pull this loop through all 3 loops on the hook. 4 This is how your completed tr2tog should look. You will have neatly decreased one tr stitch. On subsequent rows, you can simply work a stitch into the top of the…

BOBBLE CUSHION Kicking off our colour-popping rainbow collection is this fabulously squishable cushion by Liliana Buce. We love the popcorn stitch detailing and bold stripes. Stylecraft Special DK (100% acrylic, 100g/295m), 1 ball of each: Lipstick (1246), Spice (1711), Citron (1263), Aspen (1422), Lapis (1831), Violet (1277), Emperor (1425), Silver (1203) A 4.5mm (US 7) hook A 50×50cm (20x20in) cushion insert 4 buttons Q A 3.5cm (1½in) pompom maker TENSION 12 sts and 7.5 rows to measure 10×10cm (4×4in) over tr using a 4.5mm hook MEASUREMENTS Cushion measures 50×50cm (20×20in) ABBREVIATIONS st-sp(s) (stitch spaces, i.e. the space between 2 sts) The last st-sp of the row is between the last tr and the beg ch pc (popcorn stitch) Work 5tr in the same stitch space, remove loop from hook, insert…

YOU WILL NEED Hoooked Milano Eco Barbante (85% recycled cotton, 15% other recycled fibres, 200g/204m), 2 balls of Orchid A 4.5mm (US 7) hook Stitch markers For yarn stockists, see www.hoooked.co.uk TENSION 12 htr over 8 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) MEASUREMENTS Bag measures 26x16cm (10¼x6¼in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130 Hook up this stylish clutch to match your new outfit, or to give as a quick gift. We love the semi-circle front and full-on fringe in purple, but you’ll be spoilt for choice as this recycled yarn comes in 21 shades, so you’ll easily find your favourite colour. NOTES The body of the bag is worked using 2 strands of yarn and the flap is worked with 1 strand. The sts from Row 24 of the…

1 Make a foundation ring (see page 91) and work the t-ch (1ch for dc). Now work 12 dc stitches into the ring, but do not join the last stitch and first stitch of this first round with a slip stitch. 2 Instead, work the first dc stitch of the second round into the first stitch of the first round. To do this, insert the hook into the stitch, yrh, pull yarn through, yrh and pull the yarn through both loops. 3 You’ll now be working in a spiral. Continue to work more rounds of dc stitches in a spiral, according to your pattern instructions. 4 On the last round, after you’ve worked the last dc stitch, you’ll need to finish off the spiral with a slip stitch for a…

YOU WILL NEED Patons Merino Extrafine DK (100% wool, 50g/120m), 1 ball of each: AppleGreen173 Iris168Small amounts of: Pink137 Orange125 A 4mm (US G/6) hook For yarn stockists contact Patons 01484 668200 www.knitpatons.com TENSION 18 sts over 10 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over stitch pattern MEASUREMENTS 8.5x16cm (3¼x6in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130 NOTES The Phone Case is made in a ripple pattern changing colour every two rows. Do not cut the yarn at the end of a colour change row but bring it up the side of the work, ready to be joined again. To make the case wider simply increase the number of rows worked. PHONE CASE Using Yarn A, ch34. Row 1 (WS) Tr in 4th ch from hook (skipped sts…

YOU WILL NEED Caron Simply Soft Party (99% acrylic, 1% metallic, 85g/150m), Fuchsia Sparkle (02) or Red Sparkle (15) Snow Sparkle (01) See table for yarn quantities and measurements A 4mm (US G/6) hook Sulky 20x36in Sticky Fabri-Solvy Stabilizer, available from For yarn stockists contact Readicut 01162 713759 www.readicut.co.uk TENSION 16 sts and 9 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over tr st using a 4mm hook 16 sts and 22 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over dc st using a 4mm hook (see Notes) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130 NOTES The Lettering is worked onto the Front and Back pieces at the end, over the Dc Band. You can download the lettering used from our website at www.simplycrochetmag.com You may need to go up a hook size…

YOU WILL NEED DMC Natura Just Cotton (100% cotton, 50g/155m) 1 ball of each: NacarN35 IbizaN01 PassionN23 NoirN11 A 2.5mm (US B/1 or C/2) hook Sewing needle and invisible thread (or matching colour thread) Toy stuffing 2 safety eyes, 5mm size 2 black buttons, 8mm size Bell, 1cm diameter For yarn stockists contact LoveCrafts 01409 404010 www.lovecrafts.com MEASUREMENTS Approx. 19cm (7½in) tall TENSION Tension is not critical for this project but stitches should be tight so that stuffing does not show through ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130 We love the traditional look of this festive fellow – dressed in red and white, with smart black boots and a matching belt, he’s a classic Santa, amigurumi style. Sit him on the mantelpiece to greet the real Santa on…

YOU WILL NEED Lily Sugar’n Cream (100% cotton, 71g/109m), 1 ball of each: Red (095) Hot Green (1712) Sage Green (084) A 4mm hook (US G/6) A 2cm diameter button For yarn stockists contact Readicut 01162 713759 www.readicut.co.uk MEASUREMENTS Mug hugs made to fit a mug of approx 26cm (10¼in) circumference TENSION 13 hbhtr and 12 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over hbhtr ABBREVIATIONS hbhtr Row 1 (RS) Yrh, insert hook in 3rd ch from hook, yrh and pull through ch and next loop on hook, yrh and pull through remaining 2 loops on hook, *yrh, insert hook in next ch, yrh and pull through ch and next loop on hook, yrh and pull through remaining 2 loops on hook; rep from * across, turn. Row 2 (WS) Ch2 (counts…

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…

MITTENS Keep the warmth in, with this gorgeous colourwork pair by Louise Smith. Novita Nordic Wool (100% wool, 50g/115m), 3ballsofPomegranate(532) 1ballofeach Petrol184 OffWhite010 Rock048 A 2.5mm (US B/1 or C/2) hook A 4mm (US G/6) hook TENSION 19 sts and 23 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over dc using 4mm (US G/6) hook MEASUREMENTS The Mittens measure 10x26cm (4x10_in) NOTES There is a Chart on page 123 for the Front section of the Mittens. Each Square represents a dc st or dc2tog where directed. RS rows should be read from right to left, and WS rows from left to right. You can carry the unused yarn on the WS, twisting the ends together when you change colour to avoid holes in the fabric. LEFT MITTEN CUFF Using a 2.5mm hook…

YOU WILL NEED West Yorkshire Spinners Re:Treat (100% wool, 100g/140m) Unwind094 Harmony184 Escape562 Relax093See table for yarn quantities and measurements A 6mm (US J/10) hook For yarn stockists contact WY Spinners 01535 664500 www.wyspinners.com TENSION 9 htr and 9 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over half treble using a 6mm hook or size needed to obtain tension ABBREVIATIONS puff stitch *Yrh and insert into st or sp instructed, pull yarn up to height of st (approx height of a dtr), leaving 3 loops on hook; rep from * 4 more times [11 loops on hook], yrh and draw through all loops, ch1 to close rtr (reverse treble) Work a standard treble working from left to right For a full list, see page 130 Width of rectangle a: 44 (48)cm Length…

YOU WILL NEED Wulla Neon’s Revenge Super Phat (100% merino, 250g/40m) 1 ball of Neon Revenge Turquoise An 18mm (US R) hook Pompom maker (optional) Strong string, approx 50cm For yarn stockists contact www.wulla.co.uk TENSION 4 sts over 2 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) in tr st MEASUREMENTS Hat measures approx 54cm (21 in) in diameter ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130 Winter weather won’t deter you from heading outside if you’re wearing this fabulously chunky number. Hooked up in Wulla’s Super Phat yarn with an 18mm hook, you’ll be amazed how long it takes to make (clue: not very!). You can turn up the rim, as shown, or wear it slouchy. HAT Make a magic loop. Round 1 (RS) Ch3 (counts as tr throughout), 11tr into the…

YOU WILL NEED Scheepjes Merino Soft (50% wool, 25% acrylic, 25% microfibre, 50g/105m) 3 balls of Ansingh (643) 2 balls of Lowry (604) 1 ball of Constable (629) A 4.5mm (US G/6) hook For yarn stockists contact Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com/en TENSION 18 sts over 22 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over st pattern MEASUREMENTS Cowl measures approx 36x70cm (14x27_in) ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130 Get mosaic happy for a style statement this winter. Change colour every two rows, skip some stitches and come back to them later! NOTES Refer to Charts on p124. Each small square on the chart represents the size of 1 dc st, but not every square is worked as a dc st. The tr sts on the Chart are represented by 3 small squares,…

YOU WILL NEED Stylecraft Special DK (100% acrylic, 100g/295m) 1 ball of each: White (1001) Spice (1711) Sherbert (1034) Aster (1003) Matador (1010) Green (1116) A small amount of Black (1002) A 4mm (US G/6) hook White and baby blue felt Black embroidery thread Glitter blue embroidery thread Embroidery needle Stitch marker Toy stuffing 2 black safety eyes, 12mm size 2 black safety eyes, 10mm size 4 black safety eyes, 6mm size For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk MEASUREMENTS Snowy: 25cm (10 in) tall Chilly: 15cm (6 in) tall TENSION Tension is not critical for this project but stitches should be tight so that stuffing does not show through ABBREVIATIONS inc 2dc in next st For a full list, see page 130 Whether you enjoy a traditional…

YOU WILL NEED Rico Baby Classic DK (50% acrylic, 50% polyamide, 50g/165m) 2 balls of Fuchsia (12) A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook A 4mm (US G/6) hook For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk MEASUREMENTS To fit average ladies’ hand. Width around palm approx. 22cm (8½in) TENSION Tension is not critical for this project but may affect yarn quantities required ABBREVIATIONS FPtr (Front Post treble crochet) Yrh, starting from front, insert hook from front to back to front around post of st in row below, complete as standard treble st For a full list, see page 130 Cosy mittens are a winter must-have, so get hooking this beautiful pair. Val’s design uses post treble stitches to create the textured pattern, so you’ll need to get to grips with…

YOU WILL NEED West Yorkshire Spinners The Croft Shetland Aran (100% wool, 100g/166m), 4 balls of Lerwick (637) A 4.5mm (US 7) hook 4 clear press studs 45x45cm cushion insert Tartan ribbon, approx 1.5m For yarn stockists contact WY Spinners 01535 664500 www.wyspinners.com TENSION First 6 rounds measure 13cm (5in) in diameter MEASUREMENTS Cushion measures 44x44cm (17¼x17¼in) ABBREVIATIONS popcorn Work 6tr in the same st, drop the loop from the hook, insert the hook from front to back in the top of first tr worked, put the hook back in the dropped loop and pull through the first tr, ch1 beg popcorn Ch3, 5tr in same space as ch-3, work as for popcorn inserting the hook into the top of the beg ch-3 instead of the first tr For a…

YOU WILL NEED Debbie Bliss Falkland Aran (100% merino, 100g/180m), 1 skein of each: Claret14 Ginger06 Mustard07 A 4mm (US G/6) hook Stitch markers For yarn stockists contact LoveCrafts 01409 404010 www.lovecrafts.com ABBREVIATIONS tr3tog (yrh, insert hook in next st, yrh and pull up loop, yrh and draw through 2 loops) 3 times, yrh and draw through all loops on hook. For a full list, see page 130 BRAID TECHNIQUE TUTORIAL Find out more about the Braid Technique, at www.simplycrochetmag.co.uk/category/tutorials Beautiful braiding makes this beanie a real stand-out piece. Worked in three rich, contrasting shades in a merino aran yarn, it’s ideal to give as a luxurious gift. Set yourself a challenge to add a touch of vibrant colour to grey days! NOTES The Hat Brim is worked in short…

1 Bring needle to the front of the fabric, after securing the thread at the back. Insert needle back into same hole (or very close to it) and pull gently to leave a small loop. 2 Bring needle to the front a little way to the right, making sure the needle passes through the loop. Insert the needle back into the same hole (or very close to it). Pull gently to leave a small loop. 3 Repeat Step 2 to make more loops. 4 After the final loop, make a small stitch over the last loop to secure it.…

YOU WILL NEED For the Tree: Rico Ricorumi DK (100% cotton, 25g/57m) 2 balls of Green (049) - enough for 3 Trees A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook Strong green sewing thread Christmas seed bead mix Star buttons Toy stuffing James C Brett Amazon Super Chunky (20% wool, 80% acrylic, 100g/81m) 1 ball of each: Cream (J2) Red (J5) A 6mm (US J/10) hook For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk MEASUREMENTS Trees: 10x8cm (4x3¼in) Bunting: 140cm (55in) long TENSION Tension is not critical for this project but may affect yarn quantities ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130 Set the scene for Christmas with these tiny trees, decorated with seed beads full of festive sparkle. Worked in double crochet throughout, the tree is stuffed and sewn up…

YOU WILL NEED Scheepjes Stonewashed DK (78% cotton, 22% acrylic, 50g/130m), 1 ball of each: PinkQuartzite821 Carmelian823 Citrine817 Malachite825 Enstatite832 RoseQuartz820 Scheepjes Sweetheart (100% polyester, 100g/153m) 1 ball of White01 A 4mm (USG/6) hook Toy stuffing A small amount of black stranded cotton Stitch markers For yarn stockists contact Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com/en TENSION Tension is not critical for this project though it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Doll measures 38cm (15in) in height ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130 Santa’s little helper is all dressed up for festive fun. Her dress, hat and boots are finished with snowy white fur, and she’s even rocking some golden reindeer antlers! She’s a stunner, and will make a fab gift for Christmas fans (not just the young ones!). NOTES The…

YOU WILL NEED Cascade Sunseeker (48% acrylic, 47% cotton, 5% metallic, 100g/217m) 1 ball of each: Cherry42 Watercress43 Clover31 Limestone27We used Cascade Sunseeker for this project, but any similar sparkly yarn would be a suitable alternative Anchor Artiste Metallic (80% viscose, 20% polyester, 25g/100m) 1 ball of each: Gold300 Red318 A 2mm (US 4 steel) hook A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook Stitch marker Polystester toy stuffing Needle and matching thread Thin string for hanging loops 175cm (70in) red cord Coordinating ribbon for bows For yarn stockists contact LoveCrafts 01409 404010 www.lovecrafts.com MEASUREMENTS Each tree: 13cm (5¼in) high Each large star: 6.5cm (2½in) from point to opposite point Each small star: 2cm (1¾in) from point to opposite point Garland: approx. 135cm (54in) long ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see…

YOU WILL NEED Hayfield Bonus DK (100% acrylic, 100g/280m) 1 ball of each: Cream (812) Classic Red (833) A 4mm (US G/6) hook Card Toy stuffing Ribbon For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk MEASUREMENTS Present is an 8cm (3in) cube TENSION Tension is not critical for this project but may affect yarn quantities required ABBREVIATIONS 3-tr cluster *Yrh, insert hook into sp specified, yrh and pull up a loop, yrh and pull through 2 loops; repeat from * twice more, yrh and pull through all loops on hook 4-tr cluster As above, repeating from * 3 more times For a full list, see page 130 Hook up these tiny presents to hang on the tree using your most festive ribbons. They also make sweet stocking fillers! GIFT…

Most crochet patterns state the tension required, in rows and stitches of a specific type. Make a swatch at least 15cm square and check that your tension matches. Place a ruler across the swatch and insert two pins, 10cm apart. Then place the ruler along a column of stitches and insert two pins 10cm apart. Count the stitches and rows between the pins – if you have less than the pattern, your tension is too loose so you need to use a smaller hook, but if you have too many, use a larger hook. It’s usually better to match the stitches than rows, because you can always work more or fewer rows.…

Christmas Day is a big event in the crochet calendar, and it’s also the perfect time to’ex your creative muscles. But where do you start and, more importantly, when? We catch up with several designers to discover how they prepare for this festive time of year. AN EARLY START Kate Eastwood (justpootling.blogspot.com) managed to get a head start last year. “I was working on Christmas projects as early as May!” she says. “But I was making wreaths for my book (Crocheted Wreaths & Garlands) and for Simply Crochet (the Christmas wreath ended up being my favourite), plus festive designs for the Little Box of Crochet and a Christmas blanket and cushion.” Whenever you start, it’s a good idea to have some sort of plan. Kate says: “I’d like to say…

YOU WILL NEED Stylecraft Special Aran (100% acrylic, 100g/196m) Royal (1117) See table for yarn quantities and measurements 1 ball of each: Aster (1003) Pomegranate (1083) Silver (1203) Black (1002) White (1001) A 5mm (US H/8) hook For yarn stockists contact Stylecraft 01484 848435 www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk TENSION 4.5 tr groups and 10 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over stitch pattern using a 5mm hook or size needed to obtain tension ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130 Width a: 50 (59: 67)cm 19½ (23¼:26¼)in Length b: 52 (56: 60)cm 20½ (22: 23½)in Sleeve Length c: 37 (37: 37)cm 14½ (14½: 14½)in This fun, colourful jumper has an oversized, slouchy fit. Its yoke and new sleeve shape add up to retro styling with a modern look, ideal for the work Christmas…

YOU WILL NEED King Cole Timeless Chunky (90% premium acrylic, 10% alpaca, 100g/155m) Peppercorn2913 DuckEgg2910 See table for yarn quantities and measurements A 6mm hook (US J/10) hook Small blue button For yarn stockists contact King Cole 01756 703670 www.kingcole.com TENSION 12sts and 7 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) square over treble crochet with a 6mm hook or size needed to obtain stated tension ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130 Chest width a: 25 (26.5: 28.5)cm 9¾ (10½: 11¼)in Length b: 44 (47: 54)cm 17½ (18½: 21¼)in Pinafore dresses are a wardrobe staple for little ones as they work well in all seasons. Hook this one up now to wear with long-sleeved tees and chunky tights and it will still be going next spring, layered over a light…

YOU WILL NEED Wool and the Gang Feeling Good Yarn (70% baby alpaca, 23% nylon, 7% merino, 50g/130m) Duck Egg Blue See table for yarn quantities and measurements A 5.5 mm (US I/9) hook Stitch markers For yarn stockists contact Wool and the Gang www.woolandthegang.com TENSION 11.5 sts and 7 rows to measure 10x10cm (4x4in) over tr using a 5.5mm hook; alternatively measure 23 sts and 14 rows over 20x20cm (8x8in) ABBREVIATIONS FPtr (Front Post treble) Yrh, starting from front, insert hook from front to back to front around post of st in row below, complete as a tr st BPtr (Back Post treble) Yrh, starting from back, insert hook from back to front to back around post of st in row below, complete as a tr st FPttr (Front…

YOU WILL NEED Rowan Felted Tweed Aran (50% wool, 25% alpaca, 25% viscose, 50g/87m), 4 balls of Seasalter (778) A 5mm (US H/8) hook For yarn stockists contact Rowan 01484 668200 www.knitrowan.com TENSION 12 sts over 8 rows measure 10x10cm (4x4in) in tr st MEASUREMENTS The hat measures approx 56cm (22in) in circumference ABBREVIATIONS Fdc (foundation dc) Ch2, *insert hook into last ch from hook, yrh, pull up loop, yrh, pull through one loop on the hook (this loop will sit at the base of the dc), yrh, draw through two loops on the hook (dc made); repeat from * the number of times indicated, inserting the hook into the first loop at the base of the last st worked For a full list, see page 130 Style and practicality?…

YOU WILL NEED Sirdar Snuggly DK yarn (55% nylon/45% acrylic, 50g/165m), 1_ball of each: Biscuit494 CutieClover480 Flamenco242 Bramble501 White251 DROPS Glitter yarn (60% cupro/40% metal, 10g/700m), 1 reel of Gold A pair of safety eyes A 2.5mm (US B/1 or C/2) hook Toy stuffing Pipe cleaner Bell Stitch markers Black sewing thread For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk TENSION Tension is not critical for this project MEASUREMENTS Elf measures approx 15cm (6in) tall ABBREVIATIONS FPhtr Yrh, insert hook around the front of the post of st indicated, yrh, pull up a loop, yrh, pull through all loops on the hook BPhtr Yrh, insert hook around the back of the post of st indicated, yrh, pull up a loop, yrh, pull through all loops on the hook For…

PHOTO BOOTH SET For a new take on photo booth fun, crochet your own fun props. Designed by Emma Friedlander-Collins. Caron Simply Soft Party (99% acrylic, 1% metallic, 85g/150m), 1 ball of each: BlackSparkle0007 SnowSparkle0001 FuchsiaSparkle0002 RedSparkle0015 A 5mm (US H/8) hook Stitch markers Cardboard Craft foam in black, white and red PVA glue 5 wooden skewers TENSION Tension is not critical for this project MEASUREMENTS Glasses measure 6x20cm (2¼x7¾in) Hat measures 17x20cm (6¾x7¾in) Red Nose measures 5cm (2in) in diameter Lips measure 6.5x4cm (2½x1½in) Reindeer Head measures 22x14cm (9x5½in) ABBREVIATIONS Loop stitch Insert hook into st indicated, wrap the yarn from front to back over the index finger of your non-hook hand, yrh, pull up the loop keeping the yarn wrapped around your finger, complete the dc st as…

YOU WILL NEED Rico Creative Ricorumi (100% cotton, 25g/58m), 1 ball of each: Olive (048) Pistachio (047) White (001) Red (028) Light Brown (052) Caramel (053) Twilleys of Stamford Goldfingering (20% metalized polyester, 80% viscose, 25g/100m), 1 ball of Red (38) A 2.5mm (US B/1) hook A 2mm (US B/1) hook Wreath base, 30cm diameter (available from Ribbon, 3cm wide, 40cm length Ribbon, 1cm wide, 10cm length Starch spray Toy stuffing Two pairs of safety eyes Glue gun Glitter spray (optional) For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk MEASUREMENTS Wreath measures 30cm (11.75in) in diameter TENSION Tension is not critical for this project ABBREVIATIONS ch-2 picot Ch2, ss into second ch from hook ch-3 picot Ch3, ss into third ch from hook French knot Bring the needle…

YOU WILL NEED Cascade Sunseeker (48% acrylic, 47% cotton, 5% metallic, 100g/217m) 1 ball of White35We used Cascade Sunseeker for this project, but any similar sparkly yarn would be a suitable alternative Schachenmayr Catania (100% cotton, 50g/125m) 1 ball of each: Kamel0179 Zimt0383 Anchor Artiste Metallic (80% viscose, 20% polyester, 25g/100m) 1 ball of each: EmeraldGreen322 Red318 A 2mm (US 4 steel) hook A 2.5mm (US B/1 or C/2) hook Stitch marker For yarn stockists contact LoveCrafts 01409 404010 www.lovecrafts.com MEASUREMENTS Each snowball/pudding: 12.5cm (5in) circumference Each holly leaf: 1.5cm (1¼ in) long ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130 Make the always welcome gift of chocolate even more special with some cute crocheted covers. These snowballs and Christmas puddings look great as decorations or favours on a festive…

1 Make a foundation ring (see p89) and work the t-ch (1ch for dc). Now work 12 dc stitches into the ring, but do not join the last stitch and first stitch of this first round with a slip stitch. 2 Instead, work the first dc stitch of the second round into the first stitch of the first round. To do this, insert the hook into the stitch, yrh, pull yarn through, yrh and pull the yarn through both loops. 3 You’ll now be working in a spiral. Continue to work more rounds of dc stitches in a spiral, according to your pattern instructions. 4 On the last round, after you’ve worked the last dc stitch, you’ll need to finish off the spiral with a slip stitch for a neat…

YOU WILL NEED Scheepjes Cahlista (100% cotton, 50g/85m), 1 ball of each: Shocking Pink (114) Royal Orange (189) Saffron (249) Ultra Violet (282) Dark Teal (401) Apple Granny (513) Candy Apple (516) Silver Blue (528) A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook For yarn stockists contact Scheepjes www.scheepjes.com/en TENSION Tension is not critical for this project MEASUREMENTS Each Coaster measures 11cm (4¼in) in diameter ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130 NOTES Each Coaster is made up of two colours. Mix and match colours as desired. Decide which colour will be Yarn A and which will be Yarn B. On Rounds 1-3 the non-working yarn is held over the sts of the previous round and worked over with the working yarn. Change colours on the last yrh of the st before…

YOU WILL NEED DROPS Safran (100% cotton, 50g/160m), 1 ball of each: Beige (21) Lime (31) Turquoise (30) Petrol (51) Light Ice Blue (50) A 3mm (US C/2 or D/3) hook Fabric glue For yarn stockists contact Wool Warehouse 01926 882818 www.woolwarehouse.co.uk TENSION Tension is not critical for this project MEASUREMENTS Tree measures approx 10cm (4in) tall Bunting measures approx 64cm (25¼in) across ABBREVIATIONS For a full list, see page 130 Decorating the tree is one of Christmas’ greatest joys, so why stop there? Make your own trees, match the colours to your festive theme and hang the bunting above the mantelpiece, along a shelf, or anywhere you want to add a touch of Yuletide merriment. NOTES Instructions are for 2 lengths of Bunting. You will need to make 10…

across to end of the row approx approximate(ly) beg beginning bl insert hook under back loop only BPtr Back Post treble: yrh, starting from the back, insert hook from back to front to back around post of st in row below, complete as treble st ch(s) chain/chain stitch(es) ch-sp(s) chain space(s) ch-refers to ch made previously, eg. ch-3 cl(s) clusters 2-tr cl (yrh, insert hook in sp/st, yrh & pull up loop, yrh & draw through 2 loops) twice, inserting hook in same sp/st, yrh & draw through all loops on hook cont continue dc double crochet dc2tog (insert hook in next st, yrh and draw a loop through) twice, yrh and draw through all 3 loops on hook dec decrease dtr double treble crochet dtr2tog work 2dtr together fdc…