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Blues on top
Chunky and tactile stitches are ruling Hannah Cross’ classic hat design
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Earning stripes
Rosina Northcott of Zeens and Roger shares a time when playing with yarn paid off
2 min |
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Two hoots
Heads will turn (180 degrees) at the sight of these beautiful owl mitts by Lucy Croft
3 min |
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Brighter days
Put a spring in your step and a smile on your face with a top to welcome the new season, by Simone Francis
8 min |
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Adorable Alpacas!
We meet some of the folks who’ve fallen for South America’s finest yarn animal.
6 min |
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Delight in detail
Lighten your load and mood by carrying this pretty and compact bag designed by Carolyn Calderon
4 min |
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NEW DIMENSIONS
Australian artist Trevor Smith shares with us the ideas behind his 3D crochet pieces, which combine retro appeal and humour to make a unique collection of ‘objets d’art’
4 min |
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Hannah's Journal...From The Studio
Hannah Cross of HanJan Crochet tell us how we can make this our time to shine with crochet – break the rules and make that pattern yours
3 min |
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ImagineFX
Paint Art Using Everyday Objects
Artist space gooose reveals how to banish creative block by using an item from his tool box as the foundation for some intergalactic art
6 min |
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Love those stripes!
High fashion, Eighties’ music and a creative mind influenced the design of Cassie Ward’s jumper
2 min |
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SANDRA'S JOURNAL... from the studio
In her final instalment, guest writer Sandra Gutierrez of Nomad Stitches looks forward to springtime and nature’s wealth of inspiration
3 min |
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YARN LIFE Online
We’re finding new ways to stay connected and inspired
6 min |
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DESIGNING BY INTUITION
Crochet garment designer Kristen TenDyke tells us how important it is for her to really ‘feel’ a design to get it just right…
4 min |
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SMALL WORLD
We chat to crochet and amigurumi designer Kwannie Chen who talks us through her journey to creating a world of wonderful miniature makes…
5 min |
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Vintage fashion
A popular cardigan that ticks all the design boxes is destined to be Fran Morgan’s crochet treasure
2 min |
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Feel-good factor
Be kind to the planet while enjoying your favourite hobby…
2 min |
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CROCHET FOR A CAUSE
Art and creativity have been used to raise awareness and spark revolution for centuries – and in 2020, craftivism has been thriving
5 min |
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Eco-Friendly Fibres
Beata Jezek tells us how donated yarn helps her business Hedgehog Fibres make their unique and sustainable skeins
2 min |
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RICH TAPESTRY OF LIFE
Designer Marianne Rawlins describes how discovering tapestry crochet took her enthusiasm for the craft to the next level
5 min |
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SANDRA'S JOURNAL ...from the studio
In her second instalment, guest writer Sandra Gutierrez of Nomad Stitches shares what it means to her to finally settle down
3 min |
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Russia with love
Catherine Venner found inspiration in imperial Russian jewels and it led to the biggest challenge of her crochet life (so far)
2 min |
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Crochet for our Communities
We’ve been captivated by the people turning to crochet to spread some joy!
5 min |
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How Do I Read A Crochet Pattern?
Brush up on your technique with our simple guide…
4 min |
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SANDRA'S JOURNAL ...from the studio
Guest writer Sandra Gutierrez of Nomad Stitches shares how her month in crochet has hooked up and what’s on her Christmas gift-making list
3 min |
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BLAST FROM THE PAST
Several decades of vintage style form the inspiration for Lizzie Morgan’s cool and quirky crocheted fashion collection Gimme Kaya – which is sustainable to boot…
5 min |
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Bee curious, bee brave
Claire Goodale aka E’Claire Makery found her niche in crochet colour work, and now it gives her such a buzz
2 min |
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Why Does My Crochet Circle Curl?
One of the greatest joys of crochet is the ease with which you can create flat circular motifs. To hook these sorts of motifs, the stitches are worked in the round. This is just as easy as working in rows – there are just a couple of extra little rules that I’ll show you how to master in this workshop. I’ll also be explaining how to make sure your motifs stay flat, so they don’t turn into tubes. To practise, all you need is yarn and a suitable sized hook. I’m using blue DK yarn and a 4mm hook, but you can use anything you’ve got to hand. Let’s hook…
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Have Yourself A Cozy Crochet Christmas
Craft your way to a special Christmas
5 min |
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Versatile vintage motifs
Sarah-Jane Hicks owes her love of crafting to the older generation, and the adaptability of crochet
2 min |
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Tip of the hat
Turn heads and expect fanfare with a patterned hat band by Lucy Croft
2 min |