Hobbies-Craft
Simply Crochet
Crochet the TikTok way
In today’s tech-heavy world, traditional art forms like crochet are still thriving. We met with two TikTok crochet creators to find out more about sharing their stitches online
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Fancy footwork
Turn a breezy summer shoe into a warm winter one with this thrifty design by Emma Friedlander-Collins
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FOLKESTONE HARBOUR YARN
Meet an indie dyer and indulge in a design with their skeins
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Santa paws!
Reward a year’s good behaviour with Vickie Smith’s treat stocking
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THE JOY OF GEO
We talk to Esme Crick, aka Red Sparrow Crochet, the designer behind contemporary geometric patterns, obsessor of colour palettes and master of mosaic crochet
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EMILY'S JOURNAL ...from the studio
Emily Penn of The Loopy Stitch loves designing and crocheting mandalas, and shares her tips and reasons for making this versatile motif
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Earth and sky
A scarf to keep your feet on the ground and head in the clouds
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Making waves
The British seaside has always been a favourite place for Zoë Potrac, but it also inspired a crucial crochet design
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ALL ABOUT THE SQUISH
Huggable and lovable, this cushion is a neon ray of sunshine after a long day.
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Rise of the INDIE CAL
Big yarn brands aren’t the only ones to run crochet-alongs; independent designers are increasingly doing their own too. We find out what’s to love about an indie CAL
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Bag of tricks
Carol Ibbetson is a multi-talented maker who, when she’s not designing crochet creations or presenting on TV, uses her technical skills to double-check patterns and teach others…
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Super stars
Make your dull denim sparkle again in a star-struck cushion design
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Twist & out
Wrap up warm with a versatile infinity wrap design that you’ll keep coming back to
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Wave hello!
Shari White’s shawl design can do the talking for you
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Pop on a pinny
Pretty and versatile, pinafores are deservedly a classic and Jenny King’s design is just so
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Summer shawls
We challenged two designers to come up with a fab design, each using the same yarn… which is your fave?
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NOW YOU SEE ME!
Cat and bunny come out to play with Natalie Beard’s traditional toy
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SUNSET STRIPE
For a summery top that’ll suit you to a tee, look no further than Pat Strong’s retro sleeveless design
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Stars in Her Eyes
Argentinian designer Carla Mitrani spends her days longing for the evenings when she can be back at her hook, whipping up more fabulous amigurumi of famous figures…
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Irish Artisan yarn
Meet an indie dyer and indulge in a design with their skeins
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Granny to the rescue
Jump-start an old woolly and join in the granny square revival with Emma Friedlander-Collins’ design
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Mossy must-have
Catalina Ungureanu of By Katerina is glad she didn’t realise the challenge she had taken on with her first big project
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A pair of diamonds
Hardworking feet deserve a treat, so lavish love on them with a premier pair of socks by Lucy Croft
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Wreaths, shawls and Folk Tales
Stunning colour work, beautiful shawls and jaw-dropping blankets – Anna Nikipirowicz invites us to discover more about her vibrant and sophisticated approach to crochet
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Mesh medley
The show-stopping sleeves on this design by Bowie and George are a call to arms to adventurous hooksters
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Pick ‘n' mix for six
It’s all about the hexagons in this design by Vicki Roberts
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Cardi calling
Love cardigans? Try out this summer version by Kristen TenDyke for cool layers
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A STITCH IN TIME
We all love modern crochet designs, but sometimes only a classic will do. We’re taking a step back and meeting the collectors who can’t get enough of vintage crochet
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Web designer
A complex dress pattern led Susan Walsh of Peppergoose Design to create an accessible version in the form of a bag
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nice and niche
Discover the crafters who are turning crochet into an ultra-specialised art form
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