Simply Crochet
ADORABLE AMIS
We chat to Khuc Cay, master amigurumi designer, who explains how she draws upon both Vietnamese and French cultures to come up with her oh-so-cute creations…
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Totes Amazing
A practical and plastic-free design by Vickie Smith
3 min |
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All Hail The Granny Square!
From its thrifty roots to modern runways, granny squares have won our hearts!
6 min |
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Working in harmony
Emma Leith on the wonders of geometric design
2 min |
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The wild side
Yorkshire-based designer Lisa Richardson draws upon the stunning surrounding countryside as she comes up with her latest crochet creations…
5 min |
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SMALL STITCHES, BIG BUSINESS
Turn your crochet skills into cash with our guide to selling your favourite creations online
5 min |
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On point
A tip top summer shawl, by Elisabeth Davis de Herraiz
3 min |
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Method in mosaic
Mosaic crochet helped Rosina Plane’s skills find their natural home, and now she wants to share the technique’s beauty
2 min |
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How Do I Make Hairpin Crochet?
Learn this lacy technique…
2 min |
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Shell's belles
Hook up this happy homebody in a pinch.Designed by Irene Strange
6 min |
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SUNSET BEACH
A stunning cover-up for hot days and sultry nights.
4 min |
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Table matters
Hook up a pair of practical place mats, ready for dinner.
1 min |
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STEFFI'S JOURNAL ...from the studio
Say it with micro crochet – tiny makes with enormous meaning, from SteffiGlaves
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Magic lantern
Put the light back in delightful with this irresistible make.
3 min |
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HOOKSTER HAVEN
We’ve never spent so much time behind closed doors as we are now, and crafting for our homes is providing comfort for so many in these challenging times
6 min |
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We heart crochet!
Bring a little love to your home with this versatile mandala.
3 min |
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Got your back!
Upgrade a summer vest with a mystical mandala design by Lucy Croft
4 min |
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Carry with style
Get caught red-handed with this bright bag by Ilaria Caliri
4 min |
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Colour Connection
Designer and owner of The Mercerie, Sue Maton shares her philosophy that crochet is a comfort, teaching tool and an important way to connect with others
5 min |
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YARN SHOPS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT
Discover four craft stores that go the extra mile
5 min |
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HANNAH'S JOURNAL ...from the studio
Lost that crochet loving feeling? Hannah Cross shares the tricks she’s learnt to help you keep your cro-jo up
4 min |
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SHARE THE JOY
Designer Louisa Sheward shares how her love of crochet is often used to help and teach others, whether on the road or online…
5 min |
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Falling in love again
Crocheting a hat for her unborn baby reignited Jess Bennett’s passion for designing garments, and this time she’s hooked
2 min |
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Born to shine!
Add shimmy to your shoulders with Becky Skuse’s dazzling design
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Model Engineers' Workshop
Readers' Workshops - Patrick Cubbon
Patrick Cubbon describes his workshops – a portable one from 1963 and the current accommodation
2 min |
May 2020
Model Engineers' Workshop
Desktop Gear Hobbing
Toby Kinsey has designed this fascinating piece of gearmaking equipment
9 min |
May 2020
Model Engineers' Workshop
The John Stevenson Trophy 2020
Many readers and forum members will remember John Stevenson, a contributor to MEW but best known for his larger-than life presence on the Model Engineer forum.
3 min |
May 2020
Model Engineers' Workshop
From the Archives: Twist drill Sharpening by the Four Facet Method
Giles Parkes, MEW Issue 64, February/March 2000
4 min |
May 2020
Model Engineers' Workshop
Dividing on the Warco 220 Lathe
Peter Shaw describes a mandrel dividing attachment for this popular lathe that can be adapted to fit many other benchtop machines
8 min |
May 2020
Model Engineers' Workshop
Choosing Steels
Stub Mandrel offers some advice on choosing the right steel for the job
7 min |