Simply Crochet

Simply Crochet is full of creative ideas for anyone who loves - or would love to learn - crochet. Crochet is a wonderfully versatile craft with endless possibilities of creative things to make. Inside you will find beautiful designs for the home, fashionable accessories to wear and gift ideas for all occasions. From lampshade covers to shawls, toys to blankets and gadget cosies to cardigans, Simply Crochet is a must-buy for creative crafters looking for new things to make. With clear, easy-to-follow instructions to ensure the best possible results every time, you'll be hooked on handmade from the very first page!***Please note: This digital version of the magazine does not include the covermount items you would find on the printed newsstand copies. ***

Simply Crochet • Our favourite craft keeps us afloat, anchors us to the present and shines light on our foggiest moments. We could go on… or we could point you to our gorgeous patterns this issue. Turn the page to get started!

Introducing…

CONTRIBUTORS • Meet a few of our talented designers

Simply Crochet

Hooked • IDEAS ♥ INSPIRATION ♥ ACCESSORIES ♥ WEBSITES ♥ EVENTS ♥ STUFF

WE LOVE • A handful of our faves this month…

Tidal tones • Get your home in ship shape with our crochet décor in bright and buoyant shades

Lace is more • A boxy, airy summer garment by Chloé Elizabeth Birch

DIVE RIGHT IN! • Plunge into your supplies and fish out what you need to make Victoria Kairis’ bright little bird

Simply Crochet • SAVE TIME, MONEY AND HASSLE WITH AN ANNUAL SIMPLY CROCHET SUBSCRIPTION

OFF THE CUFF • Paula Green’s cuff and collar trims take a plain jacket to glamorous new heights

MAKE A SPLASH • Аsya Zaslavská’s shimmering shawl has us dreaming of shiny scales and turquoise seas

Begin anew • Florencia Campos Correa’s pillow, inspired by Art Nouveau style, is a home décor dream

Light life • Lisa Richardson’s loose layer is perfect for covering up on warmer days

Lolly-licious CAL • Get beach-ready with Helen Anderson’s mouthwatering summer crochet-along

CONSCIOUS CROCHET • Step into Beth Povey’s creative realm of sustainable crochet design, bringing her fresh, modern take on the time-honoured techniques of our favourite yarn craft

Daisy chain • Amanda MacMath’s floral blanket brings granny stitch and petal power together

LIVING THE GLEAM • Zara Powter’s chic bag is soft to the touch and lined with satin for a luxury feel

Love & fleece • Jess Bennett’s gorgeous squares make a tactile treat for spring-born babies

From farm to yarn • Find out how Bath City Farm brings together animal care, wool production and yarn crafts to create a holistic experience that’s transforming volunteers’ mental health

Look alive! • Sun, sea and stash-busting? Sounds like the summer we’ve been waiting for!

Inch by inch • Natalie Beard’s cuddly caterpillar is here to remind you to smile, breathe and go at your own pace

LOOP THE LOOP • Pull your finger out and get busy learning a new stitch in these super soft, warm-toned yarns

Show us yours • JOIN OUR GANG OF TREBLE MAKERS AND SHARE YOUR THOUGHTS AND MAKES WITH US, ♥ FOR A CHANCE TO BE FEATURED HERE, USE OUR HASHTAG #SCTREBLEMAKER ♥

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