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LET’S GROW W This is artist Flow Maugran’s‘Ancestree,’ a 10m-high crochet sculpture that currently resides in the Millenium Centre in Cardiff. Inspired by West African baobab trees, Ancestree has served as an ethereal centrepiece for several exhibitions and workshops in the centre over the past year.The sisal rope MADE FOR PEACEtreerepresentsthe gFeoeoldin’ ‘crochet-tight’ kIybsofaofrtoinfyolatyiusgWmrosctrtiohiuz.ototsteMcfhowtahe.seloFneneabscildsnncteo,yllddsttmyoowohutticpfithhe’ostraaeeenAeentsnGsal,rywpi£setas’saywh1atnc-i3iodnwgtsa5woygH.iaw-asntwoononaoFfmdodosgejrtuMel£erkaaste1lrenocita5tnradwtt8icgwrntpr,ndhoGoodlieCacoeimtgcahsypoeareimpedxdntten.iaiogyngsTdda.gahciernonengm, community and multi-cultural history Oh baby of Cardiff Bay. Find out We’re so impressed! The indie designer more about Flow’s community on LoveCrafts has come together crochet art at www. to raise money for Ukranian refugees flowmaugran.com or through an amazing collection of crochet visit @flowmaugran and knitting patterns. When you purchase on Instagram. one of these designs, 100% of the proceeds go to the charity Choose Love and will be used to provide food, medical care, shelter, clothes, legal support and more to the more than two million people fleeing Ukraine. In the collection, you’ll find blankets, tops, toys, vests, shawls and more. You can also choose to donate money directly to the charity, if you prefer, via a link on the LoveCrafts website. For more details and to check out the selection of Choose Love patterns for yourself, visit www.lovecrafts.com Soft, machine washable and easy to care for – the new Rico Baby Cotton Soft DK is everything you could want when making summer clothing and blankets for tiny tots. It’s available in several soft and gender-neutral shades, including the printed variations pictured here. The yarn is a super soft and fine cotton blend, consisting of 50% acrylic and 50% cotton – just the thing to go easy on baby’s skin. It creates a lightweight and breathable fabric that will keep babies cool yet protected during warm days in the sun. Though the yarn is fairly easy to care for, avoid the tumble dryer, dry all garments flat and use a cool iron to get out any creases. To locate your local stockist, visit Rico Design online at www.rico-design.de 10 WWW.GATHERED.HOW/SIMPLYCROCHET

HOOKED c c s iss iss with the double crochet stitch: insert the hook INS I ISN through the front loop of the first stitch and IHNOVWISITBOLEMDAEKCERAENASE immediately through the front loop of the KAWAII CUDDLERS & next stitch. Yarn-round-hook (yrh) and pull the ACCESSORIES I’m Nerissa, an Australian expat loop up through both front loops, then yrh in the Netherlands. I grew up and pull through two loops. DONNA BEAVERS on a farm in South Australia, so sheep and (£9.99,Annie’s) wool are in my DNA. I was taught to knit and You can actually apply this method to any Learn to make seven spin as a child, and I think I learned to stitch. It works just as well with half trebles and snuggly characters for little crochet by osmosis. Over the years I have trebles; the key is to insert the hook through ones with this adorable developed all sorts of little tricks to level up only the front loops of the two stitches you book, plus two simple blankets and a crochet my crochet skills quickly and easily, and want to decrease into one. basket. The cuddlers, which include a dog, a cat, I cannot wait to share them with you. These a bee and more, should be just the right size for tips will all help to make you a better For a half treble (htr): Yrh, insert hook in children at 33-43cm (13-17in). Plus, they’re put crocheter with very little effort! front loop (fl) of next stitch (st) and fl of next together in a simple ‘rag doll style’, meaning The invisible decrease is a great little tool to st, yrh and pull up loop through both front they’re super easy to make up once you’ve have in your back pocket, especially when loops, yrh, pull through 3 loops. finished hooking all the various components. making amigurumi. I think it gives amigurumi toys and decorations a super professional For a treble (Tr): Yrh, insert hook in fl of 100 CROCHET TILES finish – and isn’t that what we all want? The next st and fl of next st, yrh and pull up a loop traditional decrease creates a visible bump in through both front loops, (yrh, pull through 2 SARAH CALLARD your work, whereas if you work the invisible loops) twice. And that’s it. Enjoy! (£16.99, David & Charles) decrease, your work will appear smooth. That For more on Nerissa follow her on Instagram Decorativeceramictilesand means that it will actually be difficult to even at @miss__neriss and Facebook at madeby crochetareamatchmade see where the decrease has been worked. MissNeriss, find her patterns at the nerissa-muijs inheaven.Thesymmetrcial Here’s how to create the invisible decrease Ravelry store or visit www.missneriss.com tilestranslateperfectlyinto NEXT ISSUE Standing start (beginning crochetsquares,andcanbemadewithinstaria, a new colour) overlay, moasaic or tapestry crochet. In addition to the 100 tile patterns, the book includes eight SEuxSLfRSiiEES! SUBS STARS! waysyoucanmakeupyoursquares,including cushions,afghans,rugs,throwsandmore.And f£SGa(boi1opmreE4lrledv.pio9zveil9wneyer.y’C)rasIynwsrmbosoaioicolcdlhotnceehekata,athsyH.cni,Tohookthunhoryi’erkslioelnc,muefeSiytnifsovoiotdunecurbhttrathhshd&cc,eeirotaGiihpbprrieeyvleyo.rewrfoE,ysewnfiawnclKjottoniaynrpyettt!rrhoosject LookoutfortilesdesignedbySarahShrimpton, Barbara Fegan, West Lothian Caitie Moore, Carol Ibbetson and others inside. Sarah Reed, Birmingham Leanne Horam, West Yorkshire EDWARD’S MENAGERIE:DOGS wfcSwOraiomueislmlrhrepbMaleadylletileCsedcnprruinotaaercatrrLcheteihinvemdeett,disisnSt.ueTutbobdhbe.srf(sceoarSerniebtwaIetmrhirsnsem.gnToiiehnvndeegsiadaeawtrlneaeatwrdGyieaTrisstoeewurmonpilfalsCtlbhaaoeinnsmcddihspsnCouaoosenenc.ynTod)hariprteteiuorrseabnpnlasoidsr.nehPodrenmiezrosensocef KERRY LORD (£16.99,Pavilion) The popular canine book from TOFT is back with 15 extra dogs to hook, including a Boston Terrier, a British Bulldog, a King Charles Spaniel, an Australian Cattle Dog and more for a total of 65 beginner-friendly pups to make. The book also includes step-by- step instructions and information on how to customise your project so that it looks just like your own favourite four-legged friend. ENGLISH PAPER PIECING WORKSHOP JENNY JACKSON (£16.99, David & Charles) Make your very own colourful geometric quilts with English paper piecing (EPP), a method that helps you achieve sharp points and accurate piecing. Inside, you’ll find 18 eclectic projects for your home, as well as various techniques and lots of information on how to put your new-found skills to work. You’ll be making massive EPP quilts in no time!

good graph AFLMOOWNEGRTSHE (CpoegRA(sr5aeivtrerotn1tahaotekrcDelpectnalenryharhxtausubuve7gcisstaotit8hadeoelordanld’doyscflesilurttin.esocethhgiFrn)wgateeeihggonntna.prneedertaUriaaitrhxepnRshtiReeqsuhigeenlreeurgksistgekremaaheoaosabnlionoftswKrp!nown)toponhhlfaeahiihonStenypdoheitedhicrftogmtooaooDhhyfrs-natoiaairtotsgedesvuRh-e1areisniae.dn3ltcavdiSyW0sissedhlptoxelaWieeri2ncrydg0hleF.ir0nadt-aUocsepmK,h, W We’re in love with the romantic, country- style projects in Stitch & Story’s Gardenscape collection.You can choose between four sweet garden-themed crochet patterns by Natalia McHayle, including the Terrace Crochet Shawl, the Rose Garden Raglan Fd Yr OrGTop,theParterre Crochet Handbag (pictured here) or the Wild Bloom Crochet Cardigan. Each one Walcot Yarns’ new line, Origin, has arrived! The would look right at luxurious worsted-weight yarn is 50% merino home in the outdoors, and 50% Peruvian highland wool and boasts whether at a picnic or a great deal of bounce and stitch definition, in the garden. Check making it a great and hard-wearing choice them all out at www. for clothing and accessories. Consisiting of 12 stitchandstory.com contemporary shades with evocative names like Spruce, Hippy Heart, Pacific and Grape Blossom, the yarn line recalls the company owner’s childhood in Oregon. She found inspiration for the yarns in her memories of the festivals and wide-open spaces that she explored in her youth, as well as of happy days spent knitting in her childhood home. Each 100g skein costs £20 and is hand-wash only, and you’ll need to lay items flat to dry. To find out more about Origin, or to pick up a skein or two for yourself, visit www.walcotyarns.com Twist &n Purl Slhoocapl FlF FoEe Each issue we explore a UK yarn shop Veranita by Qing Fibre is pure luxury – the Who’s in charge? Cath and John. lace-weight yarn is one of the softest yarns Where can we find you? Cleckheaton, West Yorkshire. out there, made from 79% Cashmere and What is your shop like? We pride ourselves in supplying 21% silk. It has a beautiful halo that looks a great customer experience, even when customers aren’t fantastic on lightweight garments.The able to visit the shop due to government restrictions. super-uy yarn is also a great alternative What are your most popular products? The economical for mohair or suri alpaca yarn. Each 25g yarns, which we get through good-quality brands, are very skein costs £27.50 – visit www.qingbre.com popular. We also get a lot of people in who enjoy our to get yours and to view the whole range. fabric and habersdashery selection. What support do you offer? We have some swatches made up from our own stock that can help you make your selection when you come to visit. 1 Bradford Road, Cleckheaton, West Yorkshire, BD19 5AG Telephone 01274 873279 Visit online at www.twistandpurl.co.uk, Instagram at @twistandpurlcleckheaton, Facebook at Twist & Purl 12 WWW.GATHERED.HOW/SIMPLYCROCHET

HOOKED TERRIFIC,TOM! 5 FA FIN S Earrings Olympic Diver Tom Daley has already released his Lentdreanndeyacrraoncdhehtoeoakrruinpgsso!me new collection, and this time there are several 1 beautiful crochet items to Shop Made With Love on bytomdaley.com make! From tea and mug EYE SEE YOU THERE cosies to blankets, hats Ifyoucould useanextrapairofeyes,you’ll BetDa N uO and headbands, Made with wanttomakeandwearthissetof crochet Love by Tom Daley: 1896 earrings fromRedBirdFiberArtsonEtsy.For After kicking off the first annual Buxton Part II is a delightful mix of amoresubtle look,stitchtheentireearring in Wool Gathering in 2019,the show has home- and headwear kits one solidcolour.Thepatterncosts£1.43. been online-only for the past two years, stitched in easy-to-work The but no longer! The Peak District wool Chunky One yarn (Tom’s 2 MUCH MUSHROOM festival is returning from 7-8 May in the personal yarn of choice). This crochet kit from grand Octagon Room in the centre of Nearly all of the designs LakeViewMaker Buxton. Over 50 exhibitors will be in are beginner-friendly, and comes with all you attendence, offering hand-dyed yarn, prices range from £15 for the need to make these hand-crafted items, useful advice and Super Snug Mug Cosy to the Fairy Mushroom more. Visit www.buxtonwool.co.uk to £230 Crochet You Stay Large Earrings! Find the find out more and get your tickets. Do Blanket. Find out more at £12kit on Etsy or the you fancy attending the event for free www.bytomdaley.com £3.99 pattern at with a friend? Just send an email to lakeviewmaker.com [email protected] with your Crochet community name and contact details before 1 May, COLD AS ICE ALL PUFFED UP 2022, to be in with the chance of winning Sekvilelnsts& Welcome summer Show a little pride one of five free pairs of day tickets. with the handmade with this fun set of 23 APR Crochet Workshop for Beginners Cute Crochet Ice Puff Rainbow £45, Ilkley Cream Hanging Earrings by Divine Earrings hooked by Debris! Get the www.duttonsforbuttons.co.uk Little Smidge of pattern for £3 on 24 APR Sunburst Crochet Square or Blanket Happiness at www. Ravelry or for free littlesmidgeofhappy on her blog, www. £45.50, London .co.uk for £5. divinedebris.com www.teaandcrafting.co.uk 14 MAYCrochetfor3DCreations: 4 Make a Cool Cactus ROUND RAFFIA £52.50, Bristol These raffia earrings look fantastic and www.bristolfolkhouse.co.uk are super easy to 21 MAY BeginnersCrochetWorkshop make for yourself. Get the pattern for £30, Norfolk £2.14on Etsy or for www.themercerie.co.uk free at www. 21 MAY Amigurumi Beginners Workshop 5crochetbycolleen. £30, Ware www.cratesofwool.co.uk com – check it out! WWW.GATHERED.HOW/SIMPLYCROCHET 13

ON THE MAP Which country is your dream destination? Manifest your next big holiday with a little ag, or make one each time you visit a new location.

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GLOBETROTTER COLLECTION THE WORLD IN YOUR POCKET Keep your travel necessities with you at all times when you pop this little world map purse in your carry-on luggage. It’s just the right size for your passport, too! IN ALL THE LAND The continents of Africa, South America and Australia are outlined in delicate let stitches as a subtle nod to travel in this clever coral, yellow and green blanket. 16 WWW.GATHERED.HOW/SIMPLYCROCHET





GLOBETROTTER COLLECTION PLANES, BOATS AND AUTOMOBILES Pack your bags – it’s time to head out on the open road! No matter your mode of transportation, you’ll need this big, beautiful backpack for your belongings. LUGGAGE CLAIM Mark your territory with a luggage tag that will really stand out on the conveyor belt. You’ll be able to spot it even in the busiest of international airports. WWW.GATHERED.HOW/SIMPLYCROCHET 19

GLOBETROTTER COLLECTION FLAGS a Basic Flag pattern written first. Countries’ throughout. Flags refer to this pattern, referencing the Fasten off. Where in the world have you been? Hook colours required. Using yellow stranded cotton, embroider the up a few of these flags by Sara Huntington stars and dots in the top-left corner. to represent countries you’ve visited FLAGS 4 FLAG OF INDIA Q Stylecraft Naturals Organic Cotton(100% Using the Basic Flag, work Rows 1-3 in Coral, BASIC FLAG Rows 4-7 in Gypsum and Rows 8-10in Leaf. cotton, 50g/105m), 1 ball of each: Leaf (7171), Ch13. Fasten off. Citronelle (7175),Coral (7180), Gypsum (7168), Row 1 (RS) Dc in second ch from hook and Using black stranded cotton, embroider the Deep Sea (7199) each ch across, turn. [12 sts] circle motif on the central section. Q A 2.5mm (US B/1 or C/2) hook Rows2-10 Ch1 (does not count as st 5 FLAG OF GAMBIA Q Yellow stranded cotton throughout), dc in each st across, turn. Using the Basic Flag, work Rows 1-3 in Leaf, Row Q Black stranded cotton Fasten off. 4 in Gypsum, Rows 5-6 in Deep Sea, Row 7 in Q Needle with a point 1 FLAG OF THE UNITED KINGDOM Gypsum, Rows 8-10in Coral. Q PVA glue Using the Basic Flag, work Row 1 using Deep Fasten off. Q 6 self-adhesive magnets(available from Sea. For Rows 2-4 use Deep Sea for the first 5 6 FLAG OF COLOMBIA amzn.to/3qemtfz) sts, Coral for the next 2 sts and Deep Sea for the Using the Basic Flag, work Rows 1-2 in Coral, final 5 sts. Work Rows 5-6 in Coral. For Rows Rows 3-4 in Deep Sea, Rows 5-10in Citronelle. TENSION 7-10use Deep Sea for the first 5 sts, Coral for Fasten off. the next 2 sts and Deep Sea for the final 5 sts. 7 FLAG OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA Tension is not critical for this project, but it may Fasten off. Using the Basic Flag, *work 1 row in Coral, work affect the yarn quantities required Using the image as a guide, embroider the rem 1 row in Gypsum; rep from * twice more (6 rows design with Coral and Gypsum. worked). For Row 7, work first 7 sts in Coral and MEASUREMENTS 2 FLAG OF JAPAN final 5 sts in Deep Sea. For Row 8, work first 5 sts Using the Basic Flag, work with Gypsum in Deep Sea and final 7 sts in Gypsum. For Row 9 Each Flag measures approx 6x5cm (2x2in) throughout. work as Row 7.ForRow10 work as Row 8. Fasten off. Fasten off. NOTES Using Coral, make a mgic loop. Using Gypsum, embroider the stars over the Round 1 (RS) Ch1,6dc in loop, ss to beg dc. top-left corner. Flags are worked in rows throughout. There is [6 sts] TO FINISH Round 2 (RS) Ch1,2dc in each st around, ss to Weave in all ends. 1 beg dc. [12 sts] Mix the glue with water, approx 3 parts glue to Fasten off. 2 parts water. Soak each Flag in the glue Sew to the RS of the Flag. 3 FLAG OF CHINA Using the Basic Flag, work with Coral 246 357 20 WWW.GATHERED.HOW/SIMPLYCROCHET

GLOBETROTTER COLLECTION mixture and pin out to dry. Row 1 (RS) Dc in second ch from hook and Round 1 Ch1,*3dc in corner, dc in each st to Once dry, secure a magnet to the WS of each ch across, turn. [72 sts] next corner; rep from * 3 times more inserting each Flag. Row 2 (WS) Ch1 (does not count as st the cushion pad before joining the final side, throughout), dc in each st across, turn. ss to beg dc. CUSHION Rows 3-5 As Row 2. Fasten off and weave in all ends. Row 6 (WS) Ch1,dc in first 32 sts, change to No matter what part of the globe you’re Leaf, dc in next 9 sts, change to Gypsum, dc in POUCH from, your living room needs this cushion final 31 sts, turn. by geographer and designer Maria Jczmyk Row 7 Ch1,dc in first 26 sts, change to Leaf, dc Show off your love of travel with this handy Q Stylecraft Naturals Organic Cotton(100% in next19 sts, change to Citronelle, dc in next pocket-sized pouch by Maria Jczmyk. It st, change to Gypsum, dc in final 26 sts, turn. makes a great easy-to-pack gift, too cotton, 50g/105m), 4 balls of Leaf (7171), Row 8 Ch1,dc in first 24 sts, change to Q Stylecraft Naturals Organic Cotton(100% 2 balls of Citronelle (7175), 1 ball of Gypsum Citronelle, dc in next 2 sts, change to Leaf, dc in (7168) next 22 sts, change to Citronelle, dc in next st, cotton, 50g/105m), 1 ball of each: Deep Sea Q A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook change to Gypsum, dc in final 23 sts, turn. (7199), Citronelle (7175) Q Cushion pad, 40x40cm Rows 9-80 Cont in patt, following chart for all Q A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook colour changes. Q 2 stitch markers TENSION Fasten off. Q Zip, 20cm EDGING 19sts and 21rows measure 10x10cm (4x4in) With RS facing, join Leaf in top-right corner. TENSION over double crochet using a 3.5mm hook, or Round 1 (RS) Ch1,*dc in each st and row-end size needed to obtain correct tension across to corner, 3dc in corner; rep from * 3 21sts and 19 rounds measure 10x10cm (4x4in) times more, ss to top of beg ch-3.[316 sts] over double crochet using a 3.5mm hook, or MEASUREMENTS Round 2 Ch1,*dc in each st to next 3-dc group, size needed to obtain correct tension dc in first dc of group, 3dc in next dc, dc in next Cushion measures 40x40cm (15x15in) dc; rep from * around to end, ss to beg dc. [324 sts] MEASUREMENTS Rounds 3-4 As Round 2. [340 sts] NOTES Fasten off. Pouch measures approx 19x14cm(17x5in) BACK Cushion is made up of 2 panels, which are Using Leaf, ch73. NOTES worked in rows. Row 1 (RS) Dc in second ch from hook, dc in For the Front you will need to refer to the each st across, turn. Pouch is worked in rounds throughout. Chart on page 92. Each small square Rows 2-80 Ch1,dc in each st across, turn. There is a Chart on page 93, which you will represents 1dc. Read all RS rows from right to Fasten off. need to refer to. The charted area is marked left and WS rows from left to right. The first EDGING out with stitch markers. Each small square few rows have been written out to guide you. Using Citronelle, work Edging as for Front. represents 1dc. Read all RS rows from right to Change colour on the final yrh of st before Fasten off. left and WS rows from left to right. The first colour change is indicated. Where a colour is TO MAKE UP few rows of the Chart have been written out used again within 5 or so stitches, carry the Place Front and Back panels together, with RS to guide you. unused colour across on the WS keeping a facing out. Work next round through both Change colour on the final yrh of stitch before consistent tension that’s not too tight. pieces to join. colour change is indicated. Carry the unused Toavoid carrying yarn strands across the entire Join Leaf in corner. width of the Cushion, use separate balls for different areas. As you have just one ball of Gypsum you will need to divide this into 2 balls. CUSHION FRONT Using Gypsum, ch73. WWW.GATHERED.HOW/SIMPLYCROCHET 21

GLOBETROTTER COLLECTION colour across the top of your stitches, all RS rows and (ch1, tr) on all WS rows. Read all Rows 3-4 As Row 2. enclosing the strand as you work. RS rows from right to left and WS rows from Row 5 (RS) Ch2, tr in first 48 sts, (tr in next st, left to right. The first few rows of the first Chart ch1, skip 1 st) twice, tr in next 94 sts, turn. POUCH have been written out to guide you. Row 6 (WS) Ch2, tr in first 94 sts, (ch1, skip 1 st, Using Deep Sea, ch40. Edging is worked around the Blanket at the end. tr in next st) twice, tr in final 48 sts, turn. Round 1 (RS) 2dc in second ch from hook, dc in Row 7 (RS) Ch2, tr in first 48 sts, (tr in next st, each ch across to final ch, 3dc in the final ch, BLANKET ch1, skip 1 st) 3 times, tr in next 92 sts, turn. turn to work in opposite side of foundation ch, Using Leaf, ch148. Rows 8-9 As Row 2 dc in each ch across, ss to beg dc, turn. [80 sts] Row 1 (RS)Tr in third ch from hook and each ch Row10 (WS) Ch2, tr in first 46 sts, ch1, skip next Round 2 (WS) Ch1 (does not count as st across, turn. [146 sts] st, tr in next 39 sts, (ch1, sk next st, tr in next st) 5 throughout), dc in each st around, ss to beg dc, Row 2 (WS) Ch2 (does not count as st times, tr in next 50 sts, turn. turn. throughout), tr in each st across, turn. Rows 11-36 Cont in patt, referring to Chart A. Markers are placed in next round to highlight charted area. Move the markers up as you work. Round 3 Ch1, dc in first 2 sts, pm in first st to mark first st of chart, change to Citronelle, dc in next st, change to Deep Sea, dc in next 25 sts, change to Citronelle, dc in next st, change to Deep Sea, dc in next 11 sts, pm in last st to mark end of chart, dc in final 40 sts, ss to beg dc, turn. Round 4 Ch1,dc in first 51 sts, change to Citronelle, dc in next st, change to Deep Sea, dc in next 26 sts, change to Citronelle, dc in next st, change to Deep Blue, dc in final st, ss to beg dc, turn. Rounds 5-26 Cont in patt, following the Chart for all colour changes. Fasten off and weave in ends. TO FINISH Pin the zip into the opening, folding the end in slightly. Once happy with the position, use Deep Sea to sew into place. BLANKET The filet-stitch outlines of three southern continents emerge from solid backgrounds in this intriguing blanket by Maria Jczmyk Q Stylecraft Naturals Organic Cotton(100% cotton, 50g/105m), 6 balls of each: Leaf (7171), Citronelle (7175),Coral (7180), 2 balls of Gypsum (7168) Q A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook TENSION Tension is not critical for this project, but it may affect the yarn quantities required MEASUREMENTS Blanket measures approx 160x92cm (63x36in) ABBREVIATIONS filet block On RS rows: tr in next st, ch1,skip 1 st. On WS rows: skip 1 st, ch1,tr in next st NOTES Main section of the Blanket is worked in rows, from the bottom. There are 3 Charts on pages 93-94, which you will need to refer to. Each coloured square represents 2tr. Each black square represents a filet block (tr, ch1) on 22 WWW.GATHERED.HOW/SIMPLYCROCHET

GLOBETROTTER COLLECTION Rows 37-41 As Row 2. MEASUREMENTS UPPER PIECE Change to Gypsum. Row 42 As Row 2. Rucksack measures approx 34x46cm (13x18in) Using Leaf, ch43. Change to Coral. Rows 1-8 As Rows 1-8 of Lower Piece. [42 sts] Row 43 As Row 2. NOTES Row 9 (RS) Ss in first 5 sts, dc in next 32 sts, turn Change to Gypsum. leaving final 5 sts unworked. [32 dc] Row 44 As Row 2. Rucksack is made in separate pieces, which are Rows10-13 Ch1,dc in every st across, turn. Change to Citronelle. joined together at the end. Fold the final 4 rows down so the row-ends line Row 45 As Row 2. The Straps are lined with canvas for added up with the 5 unworked sts at the beg and end Rows 46-83 Cont in patt, referring to Chart B. strength. of Row 9. Using Leaf, sew together to form the Rows 84-85 As Row 2. The pattern includes 3 Patches, which are top of the Pocket. Change to Gypsum. sewn to the front of the Rucksack. For the Pin the zip between the Lower and Upper Row 86 As Row 2. Campervan Patch you will need to refer to the Pieces and sew into place. Change to Leaf. Chart on page 95. Each small square Using Leaf, sew the Pocket to the Front over Row 87 As Row 2. represents 1dc. Read all RS rows from right to Rows 5-38. Change to Gypsum. left and WS rows from left to right. The first 2 Row 88 As Row 2. rows of colourwork have been written out to GUSSET Change to Coral. guide you. Row 89 As Row 2. Using Deep Sea, ch15. Rows 90-127 Cont in patt, referring to Chart C. RUCKSACK Row 1 Dc in second ch from hook and each ch Rows128-129 As Row 2. across, turn. [14 dc] Fasten off. FRONT AND BACK MAKE 2 Rows2-182 Ch1,dc in every st across, turn. Using Deep Sea, ch55. The Gusset continues in 2 sections to leave an EDGING Row 1 (RS) Dc in second ch from hook and opening for the zip. With RS facing, join Gypsum in top-right corner. every ch across, turn. [54 dc] Row183 Ch1,dc in next 7 sts, turn leaving rem Round 1 (RS) Ch1 (does not count as st Rows 2-67 Ch1 (does not count as a st sts unworked. [7 sts] throughout), dc in each st across top edge, 3dc throughout), dc in each st across, turn. Rows 184-262 Ch1,dc in each st across, turn. in corner, 2dc in each row-end down to next Row 68 Ch1,dc2tog, dc to final st, turn leaving Fasten off. corner, 3dc in corner, dc in each st across lowest last st unworked. [52dc] Join Deep Blue in first unworked st from Row edge, 3dc in next corner, 2dc in each row-end Rows 69-71 Ch1,dc in every st across, turn. 182. down to next corner, 3dc in corner, ss to beg dc. Row 72 As Row 68. [50 dc] Rep Rows 183-262 over the rem 7 sts. [808 sts] Rows73-74 As Row 69. Fasten off. Change to Citronelle. Row75 As Row 68. [48 dc] Sew the ends of the split section to the base of Round 2 Ch1,(htr in each st to corner, 3htr in Row76 As Row 69. Row 1 to join. corner) rep around, ss to top of beghtr.[816 sts] Row 77 As Row 68. [46 dc] Change to Gypsum. Row 78 As Row 69. EDGING Round 3 Ch1,(dc in each st to corner, 3dc in Rows 79-83 As Row 68. [36 dc] corner) rep around, ss to beg dc. [824 sts] Row 84 Ch1,dc3tog, dc to final 2sts, turn Join Deep Blue in any row-end around one Change to Leaf. leaving final 2 sts unworked. [32 dc] edge of Gusset, dc in each row-end around, ss Rounds 4-5 As Rounds 2-3. [840 sts] Row 85 As Row 84. [28 dc] to beg dc. Change to Coral. Do not fasten off. Fasten off. Round 6 As Round 2. [848 sts] Rep Edging on opposite edge. Fasten off and weave in ends. EDGING Using Gypsum, dc seam the Front and Back to the edges of the Gusset, making sure the Rucksack Cont with Deep Sea, opening is positioned centrally at the top. Round 1 Ch1,dc in each st and row-end Pin the navy zip into the opening and sew Pack up and go with an adorable rucksack around, ss to beg dc. [256 dc] into place. by Marianne Rawlins, complete with three Fasten off. fun transportation-themed patches Q Stylecraft Naturals Organic Cotton(100% POCKET Pocket is made up of 2 pieces, which are joined cotton, 50g/105m), 6 balls of Deep Sea (7199), together with the green zip. 1 ball of each: Leaf (7171), Citronelle (7175), Coral (7180), Gypsum (7168) LOWER PIECE Q A 4mm (US G/6) hook Q Blue canvas,100x3cm Using Leaf, ch43. Q Green zip, 28cm Row 1 (RS) Dc in second ch from hook and Q Navy zip, 47cm every ch across, turn.[42 dc] Rows2-23 Ch1,dc in each st across, turn. TENSION Row 24 Ss in first 5 sts, dc in next 32 sts, turn leaving final 5 sts unworked. [32 dc] 16sts and 18.5 rows measure 10x10cm (4x4in) Rows 25-28 Ch1,dc in each st across, turn. over double crochet using a 4mm hook, or size Fasten off. needed to obtain correct tension Fold the final 4 rows down so the row-ends line up with the 5 unworked sts at the beg and end of Row 24. Using Leaf, sew together to form the base of the Pocket. WWW.GATHERED.HOW/SIMPLYCROCHET 23

GLOBETROTTER COLLECTION STRAPS (MAKE 2) Row 1 (RS) Ch1,dc in next 6 row-ends, turn. unworked.[13 dc] Using Deep Sea, ch6. [6 sts] Row 9 Ch1, dc2tog first 2 sts, dc in next st, Row 1 (RS) Dc in second ch from hook and Row 2 (WS) Ch1,dc in each st across, turn. (change to Coral, dc in next 2 sts, change to each ch across, turn. [5 dc] Row 3 Ch1,dc2tog first 2 sts, dc in each st Citronelle, dc in next st) 3 times, dc in final st, Rows2-182 Ch1,dc in every st across, turn. across, turn. [5 sts] turn. [12 dc] Round 183 (Edging) Ch1,dc in each st and Rows 4-5 As Rows 2-3.[4 sts] Fasten off Coral only. row-end around, ss to beg dc. Row 6 As Row 2. Row10 Ch1, dc in first 11 sts, turn leaving last st Fasten off. Row 7 Ch1,dc2tog first 2 sts, dc in each st unworked.[11 dc] Using Deep Blue, sew the canvas fabric to the across, ch2, turn. [3 sts, 2 ch] Fasten off. WS of each Strap. Row 8 Dc in second ch from hook and each st Leaving approx 12 sts from the lower edge of across. [4 dc] CHIMNEY the Back, mark out 5 sts where each Strap will Rows 9-12 Rep Rows 3-4 another 2 times. [2 dc] be joined. Fasten off. With WS facing, join Citronelle in sixth st across. JOIN STRAPS Turn so the opposite long edge on Aeroplane is Row 1 (WS) Ch1,dc in st at base of ch-1 and Join Gypsum in first st across any straight edge. facing and join yarn in the 11th row-end. Rep next 2 sts, turn. [3 dc] Row 1 (RS) Ch1,dc in each st to corner, dc next Rows 1-12of Wing. Rows 2-5 Ch1,dc in each st across, turn. 5 sts to 5 marked sts at lower edge, dc in each st Fasten off. Fasten off. up next edge of Strap, dc the 5 sts at the top of the strap to the top of the Bag. EDGING EDGING Fasten off. Rep Row 1 on the second Strap. Using Citronelle, work a round of dc around With RS facing and using Gypsum, work a AEROPLANE PATCH Aeroplane, working 3dc in the tips of the Wings round of dc around Ferry, working 3dc in each Using Leaf, ch3. and the corners of the Tail. corner. Row 1 (RS) Dc in second ch from hook and Fasten off. Fasten off. next ch, turn. [2 dc] FERRY PATCH CAMPERVAN PATCH Row 2 Ch1,2dc in each st across, turn. Using Coral, ch15. Refer to the Chart on page 95 when making the [4 dc] Row 1 (WS) Dc in second ch from hook and main section of the Campervan Patch. Rows 3-17 Ch1,dc in each st across, turn. every ch across, turn.[14 dc] Using Gypsum, ch17. Row18 Ch1,dc in each st across, ch2, turn. Row 2 (RS) Ch1,dc in every st across, ch3, turn. Row 1 (RS) Dc in second ch from hook and [4 dc, 2 ch] [14dc, 3 ch] every ch across, turn.[16 dc] Row19 Dc in second ch from hook and each dc Row 3 Ch1,dc in second ch from hook and Row 2 Ch1,dc in each st across, turn. across, ch2, turn. [5 dc, 2 ch] every st across, ch3, turn.[16 dc, 3 ch] Rows 3-4 Ch1,dc in first 7 sts, change to Coral, Row 20 Dc in second ch from hook and each dc Rows 4-5 As Row 3. [20 dc, 3 ch] dc in next 2 sts, change to Gypsum, dc in final 7 across, ch3, turn. [6 dc, 3 ch] Row 6 Dc in second ch from hook and every st sts, turn. Row21 Dc in second ch from hook and each ch across, turn. [22 dc] Cont following the Chart for all colour changes. and dc across. [8 dc] Fasten off. Rows 5-11 Ch1,dc in each st across, turn. Fasten off. Join Citronelle into the fifth st across. Row12 Ch1, dc2tog first 2 sts, dc to final st, turn Row 7 Ch1,dc in next 14 sts, turn leaving rem leaving last st unworked. [14 dc] WINGS sts unworked. [14dc] Row13 Ch1,dc in each st across, turn. Row 8 Ch1,dc in first 2 sts, (change to Coral, dc Rows14-15 Rep Rows 12-13.[12 dc] With RS facing, join Leaf in end of Row 6. in next 2 sts, change to Citronelle, dc in next st) Row16 As Row 12.[10 dc] 3 times, dc in next 2 sts, turn leaving final st Fasten off. 24 WWW.GATHERED.HOW/SIMPLYCROCHET

GLOBETROTTER COLLECTION WHEELS With RS facing, join Deep Sea in second st across base. Row 1 Ch1,dc in next 2 sts, turn. [2 dc] Row 2 Ch1,dc in each st across, turn. Fasten off. Join Deep Sea in 14th st across base and rep Rows 1-2. Do not fasten off. EDGING With RS facing and using Deep Sea, work a round of dc around Campervan, working 3dc in each corner. Fasten off. TO FINISH Sew the Patches to the front of the Rucksack. Weave in all ends. LUGGAGE TAG You’ll always know which suitcase is yours thanks to these fun travel tags by Marianne Rawlins. Make one for each family member! Q Stylecraft Naturals Organic Cotton(100% cotton, 50g/105m), 1 ball of each: Citronelle (7175),Coral (7180), Gypsum (7168), Deep Sea (7199) Q A 3.5mm (US E/4) hook Q A luggage tag, 12.5x9cm (available from amzn.to/3u4zxFE) TENSION 22 sts and18 rows measure 10x10cm (4x4in) MEASUREMENTS Tag measures approx13x10cm (5x4in) including Border each ch across, turn. [28 sts] TO MAKE UP Rows 2-3 Ch1 (does not count as st Place Panels together with RS facing out and NOTES throughout), dc in each st across, turn. the luggage tag sandwiched between them. Luggage Tag is made up of 2 pieces, which are Row 4 Ch1,dc in first st, change toYarn B, dc in The strap of the Tag should come out from the joined together around a leather or PU tag. next 6 sts, change to Yarn A, dc in next st, centre on one short edge. There is a Chart on page 95, which you will change to Yarn B, dc in next 2 sts, change to Work the next round through both Panels to need to refer to when making the Tag. Each yarn A, dc in next 2 sts, change to Yarn B, dc in join. Join Gypsum in first row-end next to strap small square represents 1dc. Read all RS rows next 2 sts, change to Yarn A, dc in next st, of luggage tag. from right to left and WS rows from left to change to yarn B, dc in next 4 sts, change to Round 1 Ch1,*dc in each row-end or st to right. The first 2 rows of colourwork have been Yarn A, dc in next st, change toYarn B, dc in corner, 3dc in corner; rep from * around to written out to guide you. next 2 sts, change to Yarn A, dc in next 3 sts, row-end before strap, dc in each row-end on Change colour on the final yrh of stitch before change to Yarn B, dc in next 2 sts, change to Panel facing you, working in front of strap, ss to colour change is indicated. Carry the unused Yarn A, dc in final st, turn. beg dc, turn, dc in each unworked row-end on colour across the top of your stitches, Row 5 Ch1,dc in first st,(change to Yarn B, dc in back piece, ss in next joined dc. enclosing the strand as you work. next 3 sts, change to Yarn A, dc in next st) twice, Fasten off. change to Yarn B, dc in next 4 sts, change to LUGGAGE TAG Yarn A, dc in next st, change toYarn B, dc in PANEL MAKE 2 next 2 sts, change to Yarn A, dc in next 2 sts, Make 1 using Coral as Yarn A and Gypsum as change to Yarn B, dc in next 2 sts, change to Yarn B. Yarn A, dc in next st, change toYarn B, dc in Make 1 using Deep Sea as Yarn A and Citronelle next 6 sts, change to Yarn A, dc in final st, turn. asYarn B. Rows 6-16 Cont in patt, referring to the chart YARN STOCKISTS Using Yarn A, ch29. for all colour changes. Stylecraft 01484 848435 Row 1 (RS) Dc in second ch from hook and Fasten off. www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk WWW.GATHERED.HOW/SIMPLYCROCHET 25

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COLOURBLOCK CARDI AASSYY 56MMMM We love that this roomy cardigan is smart CWHEUIGNHKTY enough to throw on over your work clothes yet cosyenoughtowearforanafternoonon the sofa. Plus, its deep V-neck means you can show o yourfavouriteshirtsunderneath. YOU WILL NEED NOTES Work the button band ribbing into the row-ends of the striped front panels Q Rico Essentials Alpaca Blend Cardi is an oversize fit, worn slightly cropped. Chunky (50% acrylic, 30% wool, Garment is made up of Panels worked in rows 20% alpaca, 50g/90m) and seamed together. The Back is made of Yarn A Light Grey (006) 5 Panels and the 2 Front Panels are made up See table for measurements and of one complete and one shaped Panel yarn quantities seamed together. 2 balls of each for both sizes: Sleeves are worked in one piece in rows from Medium Grey (007) armholes, changing colour mid-way through Cream (001) the row to mimic Panels of Front and Back. Anthracite (022) Ribbing is added afterwards and worked in Pink (015) Yarn A throughout. Fuchsia (016) Dusky Pink (009) CARDIGAN Q A 5mm (US H/8) hook for ribbing STRIPE PANEL MAKE 7 Q A 6mm (US J/10)hook Make 5 for Back, 2 for Front. Q 3(4) buttons, 3cm For yarn stockists contact COLOUR PATTERN The sleeves are worked directly off the Rico Design After Foundation row, Panels are worked in armhole edges, changing colour mid-row www.rico-design.com/en/home alternating 2-row stripes. With the first pair of colours make a block of 10 rows or 5 stripes. Rep Row 1, changing colour as indicated in TENSION Panel is continued with a new pair of colours to Colour pattern, until there are a total of 36 (44) work another block of 10 rows. Rep this 10-row rows not including the Foundation row. 10sts and 7 rows to measure block with new colours a further 1 (2) times, Fasten off and weave in ends. 10x10cm(4x4in) over htrfl using a then change to a new pair and work 6 (4) more BACK 6mm hook or size needed to obtain rows in same patt. [36 (44) rows] Make and seam 5 Stripe Panels together along tension Use and distribute all colours evenly (including the long edges. Each Panel measures 16(19)cm / 6 Yarn A), using the image as a guide. FRONT (7)in wide Change colour on the ch1 t-ch of each row, and Make and seam one Panel to Back at side seam, carry unused yarn up the side within each leaving 18 (20) rows open at top for armhole. ABBREVIATIONS block. Rep with second Panel on opposite side seam. STITCH PATTERN For a full list, see page 90 Foundation row Using Yarn A and a 6mm hook, 17 (20) fdc, turn. For Row 1 With first colour of block, ch1 (does not at www.lovecrafts.com count as st throughout), htr in fl of each st to use the code MAKE91 end, turn. [17 (20) sts] at the checkout SIZE cm S/M/L XL/XXL T&Cs apply TO FIT BUST in 81-107 112-127 32-42 44-50 ACTUAL BUST cm 152 179 Doirfewctoiorkn APPROX in 60 70 cb LENGTH cm 58 69 in 41 49 Doirfewcotirokn SLEEVE LENGTH cm 39 42 in 15 16 a BLSeluensetgvwtehildbetn:h5g8ath:(67c96:)3(c8m99(),4c42m1)c,(m4390,)1(in355)in(16)in YARN A 50g 5 6 Treolemvaanket cthoilsumpantt.ern easier to follow, we’ve colour-coded the sizing instructions – simply follow the 28 WWW.GATHERED.HOW/SIMPLYCROCHET

COLOURBLOCK CARDI SHAPED FRONT PANEL MAKE 2 The back ismade The same Panel is used for both right and left up offive panels Front pieces. sewn together Work as for Back Panels until 18 (26) rows have been completed, not including foundation row. Next row (Decrease) Ch1, skip first st, htr in fl of each st to end, turn. [16 (19) sts] Next row Ch1, htr in fl of each st to end, turn. Rep prev 2 rows a further 7 times. [9 (12) sts] Work 2 more rows as for Back Panels without shaping. Fasten off and weave in ends. Turn one Panel over to make pieces with opposite shaping, and seam each straight edge to front edge of existing Front Panels. Seam Back to Front at shoulders only, leaving armholes open. SLEEVES MAKE 2 Sleeves are worked in one piece from the armhole edge, changing colour halfway along each row, as if 2 of the Stripe Panels had been seamed side-by-side. Follow the same Colour Pattern as the Stripe Panels, working in 10-row blocks of alternating colours. You will be working with one pair of colours for the first half of the row, and another pair of colours for the second half of the row. Using first colour of first block and a 6mm hook, join at side seam at base of armhole with RS facing. Row 1 (RS) Ch1,27(30) htr evenly spaced to shoulder seam, change to first colour of second block in last yrh and work 27 (30) htr evenly spaced to base of armhole on other side, turn. [54 (60) sts] Row 2 Ch1, htr in fl of first 27 (30) sts, change colour, htr in fl of each st to end in first colour of first block, turn. Rows 3-4 Change colours for the second stripe in each block and cont in colour and Stitch Patt as set. SIMPLE STEPS HOW TO WORK A FRONT POST TREBLE STITCH 1Identify thepost ofthestitch 2Work the rest of the stitch as 3 Work yrh again andpullthe 4You’ll see how the stitch is indicated. Then workyrh (as you usually would for atreble, yarn through the first 2 loops. raised up, compared to the usual for atreble stitch) and so yrh and carefully pull the Yrhandpulltheyarn through rest of the fabric. insert hook intothefront of loop of yarn out ofthefabric the remaining 2 loops to the fabric, around the back of –itshould loop around the complete the stitch. the post, and bring out hook post of the stitch. on other side of post. WWW.GATHERED.HOW/SIMPLYCROCHET 29

COLOURBLOCK CARDI Row 5 (Decrease) Keeping Colour Patt correct Fasten off. SAV and working in fl throughout; ch1,htr in first st , Join any colour along hem edge and work dc in S LU htr2tog, patt to last 3 sts, htr2tog, htr in last st, each st and row end across Front Ribbing and turn. [52 (58) sts] Hem Ribbing. For a more budget-friendly make, try Rows 6-12 As Row 5. [38 (44) sts] Fasten off and weave in ends. Cygnet Chunky: 3 (4) balls of Yarn A Rows13-20 Work in patt without shaping. TO FINISH Pearl Grey (241),1 (2) balls of each: Light Work a further 2 (3) dec rows as Row 5. Position buttons opposite buttonholes and sew Grey (195), Cream (256), Graphite (697), [34 (38) sts] in place. Pink (813), Fuchsia (521), Sorbet (539). Work 2 (3) rows in patt without shaping. Check hook size, tension and ball length Fold Sleeve in half and seam at underarm. if you use a different yarn SLEEVE RIBBING For yarn stockists contact Worked in the round from RS only. www.cygnetyarns.com Join Yarn A at Sleeve seam with RS facing. Round 1 (RS) Using a 5mm hook, ch2 (counts The cardigan has been as htr throughout Ribbing), htr in each st designed asaloose fit around, ss to top of beg ch-2. [34 (38) sts] in cropped style Rounds 2-6 (RS) Ch2, (FPhtr around next st, BPhtr around next st) rep to last st, htr in last st, ss to top of beg ch-2. Round 7 Join any colour, ch1 (does not count as st), dc in each st around, ss to first st. Fasten off and weave in ends. HEM RIBBING Rejoin Yarn A at hem edge with RS facing. Row 1 (RS) Ch2 (counts as htr), htr in each fdc across, turn. For S/M/L size, work an extra htr in last st to make the total an even number of sts. [154 (180) sts] Rows 2-6 Ch2, (FPhtr around next st, BPhtr around next st) to last st, htr in last st. Fasten off and weave in ends. FRONT RIBBING With WS facing, rotate garment to join Yarn A in last row of ribbing at base of left Front Panel. Row 1 (WS) Ch1 (does not count as st throuhgout),7dc along side edge of ribbing, 1dc in fdc, 3dc in each stripe of Front Panel (ie, make 3dc over 2 rows), dc in each st across Back Panel (make sure this is an even number of sts by adding a st if necessary), 3dc in each stripe of colour down second Front Panel, 1dc in fdc, 7dc across Ribbing, turn. If you have worked the same number of sts on both sides, and an even number of sts across the Back, then the total number of sts should be an even number, which is needed for the Ribbing. Row 2 Ch2 (counts as first htr throughout), htr in each st to end, turn. Row 3 Ch2, (FPhtr around next st, BPhtr around next st) to last st, htr in last st, turn. Row 4 Ch2, FPhtr around next st, *BPhtr around next st, ch1,skip next st,** (BPhtr, FPhtr) 6 times; rep from * 2 (3) more times ending final rep at **, (BPhtr, FPhtr) to last st, htr in last st, turn. [3 (4) buttonholes] Row 5 As Row 3, working FPhtr in each FPhtr and BPhtr in each BPhtr, and 1htr in each ch-1 sp. Rows 6-7 As Row 3. Row 8 Join any colour, ch1,dc in each st across. 30 WWW.GATHERED.HOW/SIMPLYCROCHET

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PEGASUS TOYS TA ICITY Soaring through the air, battling monsters All the pieces ofthetail areworked from WEDIGKHT 2H.5OMOMK and, of course, making new friends – just a base ofone foundation chain length a normal day in the life of Pegasus. Make one (Violet), dc in next 2 sts, change to Aqua YOU WILL NEED for a kid who loves horses, or create them (Mauve), dc in next 2 sts, change to Cream, dc in both for a couple as a sweet wedding gift. next st, dc2tog, (dc in next 9 sts, dc2tog) twice. Q Rico Ricorumi [42 sts] (100% cotton, 25g/58m) NOTES Round 19 Dc in next 9 sts, change to Light Blue 2 balls of Cream (002) (Pink), dc in next 6 sts, change to Patina (Violet), 1 ball of each: Parts of this pattern are worked in the dc in next 3 sts, change to Aqua (Mauve), dc in Blue Pegasus amigurumi method. Work stitches in a next 2 sts, change to Cream, dc in next 22 sts. Light Blue (033) continuous spiral without closing off each Round 20 Dc in next 9 sts, change to Patina Aqua (074) round with a slip stitch. You may find it helpful (Violet), dc in next st, change to Light Blue Patina (038) to mark the first stitch of the round, moving (Pink), dc in next 3 sts, change to Patina (Violet), Denim (034) the marker up as you go. dc in next 4 sts, change to Aqua (Mauve), dc in Mustard(064) The pattern is made in 2 colourways: blue and next 2 sts, change to Cream, dc in next 23 sts. Pink Pegasus pink. The instructions for the blue Pegasus are Round 21 Dc2tog, dc in next 4 sts, dc2tog, dc Pink (011) written first with the pink Pegasus in brackets. in next st, change to Patina (Violet), dc in next 4 Violet (018) Where a single colour is listed, use the same sts, dc2tog, dc in next st, change to Aqua Mauve (019) for both colorways. (Mauve), dc in next 3 sts, change to Cream, Sand (071) This pattern has been worked using the (dc2tog, dc in next 4 sts) 3 times, dc2tog, dc in yarn under method. When working your next 3 sts. [35 sts] Q Rico Ricorumi Lamé stitches, insert the hook into the stitch, turn Round 22 Dc in next 8 sts, change to Patina (62% polyester, 38% nylon, the hook so it’s facing down and pull the yarn (Violet), dc in next 4 sts, change to Aqua 10g/50m) through under the hook before completing (Mauve), dc in next 3 sts, change to Cream, dc in 1 ball of Silver (001) the stitch indicated. next 20 sts. Stuff Body as you work. Q A 2.5mm (US B/1 or C/2) hook PEGASUS Round 23 Dc in next 8 sts, change to Aqua Q Stitch marker (Mauve), dc in next st, change to Patina (Violet), Q Black stranded cotton BODY dc in next 2 sts, change to Aqua (Mauve), dc in Q Toy stuffing Using Cream, make a magic loop. next 3 sts, change to Cream, dc in next21 sts. Q Sewing pins Round 1 (RS) Ch1 (does not count as st Round 24 Dc in next 3 sts, dc2tog, dc in next 3 Q Pink blusher (optional) throughout),7dc in loop. [7 sts] sts, change to Aqua (Mauve), dc in next st, For yarn stockists contact Round 2 (RS) 2dc in each stitch around. [14 sts] dc2tog, dc in next 2 sts, change to Cream, dc in Rico Design Round 3(1dc, 2dc in next st) 7 times. [21 sts] next st, (dc2tog, dc in next 3 sts) 3 times, www.rico-design.com/en/home Round 4(1dc, 2dc in next st, 1dc) 7 times. dc2tog, dc in next 2 sts, dc2tog. [28 sts] [28 sts] Round 25 Dc in next 8 sts, change to Aqua TENSION Round 5 (3dc, 2dc in next st) 7 times. [35 sts] (Mauve), dc in next 2 sts, change to Cream, dc in Round 6 (2dc, 2dc in next st, 2dc) 7 times. next 8 sts. Tension is not critical, but it may [42 sts] Fasten off all colours except Cream. affect the yarn quantities required Round 7 (5htr, 2htr in next st) 6 times, 5htr, (htr, Rounds 26-27 Dc in each st around. dc) in the next stitch. [49sts] Do not fasten off. MEASUREMENTS Round 8 Dc in bl and bh of each st around. Rounds 9-13 Dc in each st around. Pegasus measures approx 16cm Round 14 Dc in next 19 sts, change to Light (6in) tall Blue (Pink), dc in next 2 sts, change to Cream, dc in next 28 sts. ABBREVIATIONS Round 15 Dc in next 19 sts, change to Light Blue (Pink), dc in next 2 sts, change to Patina bl and bh When working into the (Violet), dc in next st, change to Cream, dc in htr st, insert the hook into the back next 27 sts. loop and third back loop that sits on Round 16 Dc in next 18 sts, change to Light the WS, leaving the front loop Blue (Pink), dc in next 2 sts, change to Patina unworked (Violet), dc in next 2 sts, change to Aqua For a full list, see page 90 (Mauve), dc in next st, change to Cream, dc in next 26 sts. For Round 17 Dc in next 13 sts, dc2tog, dc in next st, change to Light Blue (Pink), dc in next 3 sts, wwwu.swaetotthohelweccaoahrdteeehcokSouCus1et2.2co.uk change to Patina (Violet), dc in next 2 sts, sucCahannadsnaoylatlOrbSncehpeaearpecepkpnlsjidee,sssda1alte9noidJtcueeLmlroytpas2,ii0ngp2iprf2otrovdoduuuctccsht.sers change to Aqua (Mauve), dc in next 2 sts, change to Cream, dc in next 8 sts, dc2tog, dc in 34 WWW.GATHERED.HOW/SIMPLYCROCHET next 14 sts, dc2tog. [46 sts] Round 18 Dc in next 8 sts, change to Light Blue (Pink), dc in next 2 sts, change to Cream, dc in next st, dc2tog, dc in next st, change to Light Blue (Pink), dc in next 3 sts, change to Patina

PEGASUS TOYS TO MAKE PEGASUS STAND tight to close. Top up the stuffing to the end of Round 27. Thread a length of Cream onto a darning EARS (MAKE 2) needle. *Insert the needle down the centre of Using Cream, make a magic loop. the Body and out next to the magic loop, insert Round 1 (RS) Ch1,5dc in loop. [5 sts] the needle through the centre of the magic Round 2 2dc in next st, 4dc. [6 sts] loop and up to the top of the Body, pull tight so Round 3 (2dc, 2dc in next st) twice. [8 sts] the base indents; rep from * twice more. Knot Round 4 (3dc, 2dc in next st) twice. [10 sts] the beg and end tail together and weave into Round 5 Dc in each st around. the edge of the Body. Round 6 (4dc, 2dc in next st) twice. [12 sts] Round 7 (2dc, 2dc in next st) 4 times. [16 sts] Each piece of mane ismade from five strands BODY CONTINUED Fasten off. of yarn andwrapped around thehook tocurl Continue with Cream. Fold the final round in half to form the Ear Round 28(1dc, dc2tog,1dc) 7 times.[21 sts] shape and sew closed to secure. Round 29 Dc in each st around. Round 30(1dc, dc2tog) 7 times.[14 sts] MANE (MAKE 3) Round 31 (Working in fl only) Ch1, (tr in next st, Each piece of Mane is made up of 5 strands. 2tr in next st) 7 times, ss to begtr.[21 sts] Make 1 using Denim (Pink), and make 2 using Fasten off. Light Blue (Mauve). Fold Round 31 down to create neck. Ch40. Strand 1 Ss in second ch from hook, (3dc in HEAD next ch, dc in next ch) twice, dc in next 34 ch. Use Cream, make a magic loop. Strand 2 *Ch40, ss in second ch from hook, Round 1 (RS) Ch1,6dc in loop. [6 sts] (3dc in next ch, dc in next ch) twice, dc in next Use black stranded cotton to embroider Round 2 (RS)(1dc, 2dc in next 2 sts) twice. 33 ch, leave last ch unworked; rep from * 3 delicate facial features using straight stitches [10sts] times more to complete strand 3, 4 and 5. Round 3*1dc,(1dc, 2dc in next st) twice; rep Fasten off. from * once more. [14 sts] Wrap the strands around your hook to curl. Round 4 Dc in each st around. Round 5 (2dc, 2dc in next 3 sts, 2dc) twice. WINGS (MAKE 2) [20 sts] Using Cream, make a magic loop. Round 6 2dc, 2dc in next st, 1dc, 2dc in next 2 Round 1 (RS) Ch1,7dc in loop. [7 sts] sts, 1dc, 2dc in next st, 4dc, (dc2tog) 3 times, Round 2 (RS) 2dc in each st around.[14 sts] 2dc. [21 sts] Round 3(1dc, 2dc in next st) 4 times, 6dc. Pm in the eighth st of last round to mark [18 sts] front-centre of Head. Round 4 (2dc, 2dc in next st) 4 times, 6dc. Round 7 (2dc, 2dc in next st) 7 times. [28 sts] [22 sts] Make a star and sewit to thefront ofthebody Round 8 4dc, (2dc, 2dc in next st) 3 times,10dc, Round 5 (3dc, 2dc in next st) 4 times, 6dc. at theend of the colourful striped section 2dc in next st, 4dc. [32 sts] [26 sts] Round 97dc, (2dc in next st, 3dc) 3 times, 13dc. Change to Light Blue (Pink). [35 sts] Round 6 (4dc, 2dc in next st) 4 times, 6dc. ** once more. Round 10 2dc, (2dc in next st, 4dc) 5 times, 8dc. [30 sts] Fasten off. [40 sts] Fold the Wing in half and ss the edge closed. Make one more using Light Blue (Pink) omitting Round 117dc, (2dc in next st, 3dc) 5 times, Fasten off. final ch-45 strand so only 3 strands are worked. 13dc. [45 sts] Round 12 Dc in each st around. STARS (MAKE 3) TO MAKE UP Stuff the Head as you work. Make 1 using Mustard (Sand) and 2 using Silver. Refer to the images when making up. Round 137dc, (2dc in next st, 4dc) 5 times, Round 1 (RS) Ch1,5dc in loop. [5 sts] Sew Rounds 16-22 of Head to top of Body, 13dc. [50 sts] Round 2 2dc in each st around.[10 sts] behind the round that has been folded down. Rounds 14-23 Dc in each st around. Round 3 *(Dc, htr, tr, htr, dc) in the next st, ss in Sew the Ears over Rounds 20-21of the Head, Round 24 (4dc, dc2tog, 4dc) 5 times. [45 sts] next st; rep from * 4 times more. [30 sts] 14sts apart. Round 25 Dc in each st around. Fasten off. Sew Mane to the top of the Head, so the curled Round 26(7dc, dc2tog) 5 times. [40 sts] Pinch the points of the Stars to accentuate the ends are positioned between the Ears and the Round 27 Dc in each st around. corners. straight strands run down the back of the Head. Round 28 (3dc, dc2tog, 3dc) 5 times. [35 sts] Sew the Mustard (Sand) Star to the Body over Sew the Wings either side of the Body. Round 29 (5dc, dc2tog) 5 times. [30 sts] Rounds 11-19, using the image as a guide. Sew the Silver Stars below the right Ear. Round 30 (2dc, dc2tog, 2dc) 5 times. [25 sts] Using black stranded cotton, embroider the Round 31 (3dc, dc2tog) 5 times. [20 sts] TAIL eyes between Rounds 9-11, the eyebrows Round 32(1dc, dc2tog,1dc) 5 times.[15 sts] Using Denim (Mauve), ch40. approx 4 rounds above each eye, the nostrils Round 33(1dc, dc2tog) 5 times.[10 sts] *Ss in second ch from hook, (3dc in next ch, dc and mouth. Round 34 (Dc2tog) 5 times. 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EMBELLISH A TEA TOWEL TWHERIGEAHDT 1H.2O5OMKM Try your hand at a series of intricate Add colourful buttons along the edge of your mini-projects as you sculpt each detailed item and dangle themotifs from them YOU WILL NEED chick and egg. Attach them to a tea towel to make asubtleEasterdecorationortothe next st, ss to beg dc to join into round. Q DMC Petra 5 hem of a skirt to give it some extra are. Fasten off. (100% cotton, 100g/400m) Using any colour, ss in each unused fl in Row 2. 1 ball of each: NOTES WINGS yellow (5742) Join any colour with a ss in first unused fl from ecru The tea towel embellishment is worked in Round 1. green (5907) separate pieces. Each piece is fastened to a Row 1 Ch3, tr in fl at base of ch-3, 2dtr in next fl, pink (53803) tea towel with a button. (ttr, ch5, ss) in next fl. You can use a small amount of scrap yarn to Fasten off. Q A 1.25mm (US 12 steel) hook stuff each piece. Join same colour in third fl from end of Round 1. Q Tea towel, 40x56cm Parts of this pattern are worked in a Row 2 Ch5, ttr in stitch at base of ch-5, 2dtr in Q Scrap yarn or toy stuffing continuous spiral without closing off each next fl, (tr, ch3, ss) in final fl. Q 14buttons, 12mm round with a slip stitch. You may find it helpful Fasten off and weave in all ends. For yarn stockists contact to mark the first stitch of each round, moving TO JOIN DMC 01924 231669 the marker up as you work. Fold piece in half, with RS facing out. www.dmc.com You can use any colour in any combination Work next row through the bl of both sides of throughout the pattern. Round 3 to join except the tail, which is worked TENSION around at the end. Stuff the Bird as you join. EASTER TEA TOWEL Join any colour through first sts at head end. Tension is not critical, but it may Row 1 (Ss, ch4, ss) in ch of beg ch-1,(ss, ch4, ss) affect the yarn quantities required EGG MAKE 7 in next dc, (ch1, ss) in next 2 sts ch1, ss in next st, Using any colour, make a magic loop. ch3, ss in second ch from hook, ch1,ss in same MEASUREMENTS Round 1 (RS) Ch1 (does not count as st st as last ss (beak made),(ch1, ss in next st) 12 throughout), 8dc in loop. [8 sts] times, do not work through both layers of the Bird measures approx 5cm (2in) tall Round 2(1dc, 2dc in next st) 4 times. [12 sts] tail, ch3, dc in top of ch-3 of tail, ch3, ss in top of Egg measures approx 2.5cm(1in) tall Round 3 Dc in each st around. last dc, (dc, ch3, ss in top of last dc) 4 times, dc in Round 4 (2dc, 2dc in next st) 4 times. [16 sts] top of next ch-3, ch3, ss in top of last dc, ch3, ss ABBREVIATIONS Round 5 Dc in each st around in base of Tail. Round 6 (3dc, 2dc in next st) 4 times. [20 sts] Fasten off and weave in ends. For a full list, see page 90 Round 7 Dc in each st around. TO MAKE UP Round 8 (2dc, dc2tog) 5 times.[15 sts] Using any colour, ch15. After padding out the egg with stuffing, Stuff the Egg. Fasten off. embroider pretty flowers and leaves Round 9(1dc, dc2tog) 5 times.[10 sts] Sew the ends of the ch-15length to the Birds Round 10 (Dc2tog) twice, ss in next st, leave and Eggs to form a button loop. 44 WWW.GATHERED.HOW/SIMPLYCROCHET rem sts unworked. Sew the buttons evenly across the longest Fasten off. edges of your tea towel, and hang a motif from Use the tail to close the final round. each one. Using any colours ,embroider stripes and flowers over the Eggs. BIRDS (MAKE 7) Birds are worked with RS facing throughout. Using any colour, make a magic loop. Row 1 (RS) Ch3, 5tr in loop, ch2, 5tr in loop, ch3, ss in loop. Fasten off. Join any colour with a ss in first ch of beg ch-3. Row 2 (RS) (Ch1, dc, htr, tr) in ch-3 sp, 3tr in bl of next st, htr in bl of next 3 sts, dc in bl of next st, dc in first ch of ch-2 sp, ch2, dc in next ch, dc in bl of next st, htr in bl of next 3 sts, 3tr in bl of next st, (tr, htr, dc) in ch-3 sp, ss in final ch of ch-3. Fasten off. Join any colour in bl of first dc. Round 3 (Working in bl throughout) Ch1,dc in first st, htr in next st, tr in next st, 2tr in next st, 3tr in next st, 2tr in next st, htr in next 3 sts, dc in next 2 sts, (dc, ch3, 2tr) in first ch of ch-2 sp, (2tr, ch3,1dc) in next ch (tail made), dc in next 2 sts, htr in next 3 sts, 2tr in next st, 3tr in next st, 2tr in next st, tr in next st, htr in next st, dc in

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LACE TOP AASSYY Whether you’re meeting friends for a casual WEDIGKHT 44.5MMMM get-together or heading out for a night on thetown,throwthisowytopover whatever YOU WILL NEED you’re wearing. Its versatile lace texture and relaxed t will pull together nearly any outt. Q Stylecraft Naturals Organic Cotton (100% cotton, 50g/105m) NOTES Gypsum (7168) See table for measurements and Top is made up of 30 Hexagon Motifs and yarn quantities 4 Half Hexagons. There is a Construction Diagram on page 95, which you will need to Q A 4mm (US G/6) hook refer to when joining the Motifs together. Q A 4.5mm (US 7) hook The Neckline Edging and Hem are worked For yarn stockists contact around the edges of the Top at the end. Stylecraft01484 848435 www.stylecraft-yarns.co.uk TOP HEXAGON MOTIF MAKE 30 TENSION Using a 4.5mm hook, ch5. Round 1 (RS) 2dtr in fifth ch from hook The top isconstructed of hexagonal-shaped Hexagon measures 15.5 (17: 19: 21) (skipped ch count as dtr),(ch2, 3dtr in fifth ch) motifs joined together by whipstitching cm, 6 (6: 7: 8)in 5 times, ch2, ss to top of beg ch-5. [18sts, 6 ch-2 sps] ABBREVIATIONS Round 2 (RS) Ch4 (counts as dtr throughout), SIZE L ONLY *dtr in each st to ch-2 sp, (dtr, ch3, dtr) in ch-sp; Round 4 Ch5 (counts as ttr), *ttr in each st and dttr (double triple treble)Yrh 4 rep from * around, ss to beg dc. ch-1 sp to ch-3 sp, (2ttr, ch3, 2ttr) in ch-3 sp; rep times, insert hook in st indicated, yrh [30 sts, 6 ch-3 sps] from * around, ss to top of beg ch-3. and pull up a loop, (yrh and pull Round 3 Ch5, (counts as dtr, ch1), *skip next st, [78 sts, 6 ch-3 sps] through 2 loops) 5 times dtr in next st, ch1, skip next st, (2dtr, ch3, 2dtr) in Fasten off. For a full list, see page 90 ch-3 sp, ch1,skip next st**, dtr in next st, ch1; rep from * 5 times ending last rep at **, ss to SIZE XL ONLY This lacey top features fourth ch of beg ch-5, do not fasten off. Round 4 Ch6, *dttr in each st and ch-1 sp to in Hello Hexie! (RRP [36 sts,18 ch-1 sps, 6 ch-3 sps] ch-3 sp, (3dttr, ch3, 3dttr) in ch-3 sp; rep from * £14.99), a collection of around, ss to top of beg ch-3. [90 sts, 6 ch-3 sps] 10 crochet hexagon SIZE S ONLY Fasten off. patterns and 20 step- Round 4 Ch3 (counts as tr), *tr in each st and by-step projects to ch-1 sp to ch-3 sp, (tr, ch3, tr) in ch-3 sp; rep from HALF HEXAGON (MAKE 4) make with them. Visit * around, ss to top of beg ch-3. Using a 4.5mm hook, ch5. davidandcharles.com [66 sts, 6 ch-3 sps] Row 1 (RS) (3dtr in fifth ch from hook, ch2) Fasten off. twice, 4dtr in fifth ch from hook, turn. [11 sts, 2 ch-2 sps] SIZE M ONLY Row 2 Ch5 (counts as dtr, ch1), dtr in st at base Round 4 Ch4, *dtr in each st and ch-1 sp to ch-3 of ch-5, *dtr in next 3 sts, (dtr, ch3, dtr) in ch-2 sp, (2dtr, ch3, 2dtr) in ch-3 sp; rep from * around, sp; rep from * once more, dtr in next 3 sts, (dtr, ss to top of beg ch-3. [78 sts, 6 ch-3 sps] ch1, dtr) in final st, turn.[17 sts, 2 ch-3 sps] Fasten off. Row 3 Ch5 (counts as dtr, ch1), 2tr in first ch-1 SIZE Small Medium Large X Large TO FIT BUST ACTUAL BUST cm 81-86 91-96 101-106 111-117 b APPROX in 32-34 36-38 40-42 44-46 LENGTH cm 93 104 114 126 c in 36 41 44 49 a cm 48 52 56 61 C18hes(t2w0id: t2h2a:: 4264.5)(i5n2: 57: 63)cm, S17L9elen(e(2g8v0teh:l:b9e2n:24g::812th04(5)ci2n:):i1n596:(2611:)c2m4:,26)cm, in 19 20 22 24 46 WWW.GATHERED.HOW/SIMPLYCROCHET SLEEVE LENGTH cm 19 21 24 26 in 7 8 9 10 YARN 50g 9 10 11 13 Treolemvaanket cthoilsumpantt.ern easier to follow, we’ve colour-coded the sizing instructions – simply follow the

LACE TOP sp, *(skip next st, ch1, dtr in next st) twice, ch1, NECKLINE EDGING After joining the motifs together,work an skip next st, (2dtr, ch3, 2dtr) in ch-3 sp; rep from Using a 4mm hook, join yarn in any st around edging around the neckline and the hem * once more, (skip next st, ch1,dtr in next st) neckline opening. twice, ch1,skip next st, 2dtr in ch-1 sp, ch1,dtr in Round 1 (RS) Ch1 (does not count as st final st, turn, do not fasten off. throughout), dc in each st and ch-3 sp around, [20 sts, 11 ch-1 sps, 2 ch-3 sps] ss to beg dc. Rounds 2-3 (RS) Ch1,dc in each st around, ss to SIZE S ONLY beg dc. Fasten off. Round 4 Ch4 (counts astr, ch1), tr in st at base HEM of ch-3 *tr in each st and ch-1 sp to ch-3 sp, (2tr, With RS facing and using a 4mm hook, work ch3, 2tr) in ch-3 sp; rep from * across to final st, 160 (192: 224: 256) sts evenly around lower (tr, ch1, tr) in final st, turn. edge, ss to beg dc. [41sts, 2 ch-1 sps, 2 ch-3 sps] Rounds 2-3 (RS) Ch1,dc in each st around, ss to Fasten off. beg dc. Fasten off. SIZE M ONLY Round 4 Ch5 (counts as dtr, ch1), dtr in st at base of ch-3 *dtr in each st and ch-1 sp to ch-3 sp, (2dtr, ch3, 2dtr) in ch-3 sp; rep from * across to final st, (2dtr, ch1, 2dtr) in final st, turn. [45 sts, 2 ch-1 sps, 2 ch-3 sps] Fasten off. SIZE L ONLY Round 4 Ch6 (counts as ttr, ch1), ttr in st at base of ch-3 *ttr in each st and ch-1 sp to ch-3 sp, (2ttr, ch3, 2ttr) in ch-3 sp; rep from * across to final st, (2ttr, ch1, 2ttr) in final st, turn. [45 sts, 2 ch-1 sps, 2 ch-3 sps] Fasten off. SIZE XL ONLY Round 4 Ch7 (counts as dttr, ch1), dttr in st at base of ch-3 *dttr in each st and ch-1 sp to ch-3 sp, (2dttr, ch3, 2dttr) in ch-3 sp; rep from * across to final st, (3dttr, ch1, 3dttr) in final st, turn. [49 sts, 2 ch-1 sps, 2 ch-3 sps] Fasten off. TO MAKE UP Block all the Motifs before joining them. Using the Diagrams on page 95, whipstitch the Motifs together, working through the bl only. SIMPLE STEPS HOW TO WORK ANALTERNATIVE FOUNDATION RING 1Begin by making aslipknot 2Now makeaturning chain 3…work yrh andpulla loop 4Continue working stitches and placing it onyourhook. for the sts youwantto work through. Yrhandpulltheloop into the first chain loop, Then make 1chain, tightening (above, wemade1t-ch for dc). through both loops on the although you’ll find that only up the slipknot afterwards. Now work the stitches of the hook. You’ll have made your around 4-6 stitches will fit. The first chain will beyour first round into thefirst chain first double crochet stitch into Work a slip stitch tojoin the foundation ring. you made–fordc, insertthe the foundation ring. first andlast stitches and hook into thechain… completethefirst round. WWW.GATHERED.HOW/SIMPLYCROCHET 47

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RAINBOW SHAWL AASSYY Now here’s a project that’s nearly as vibrant WAERIGAHNT H7OMOMK as youare!Thisbright-colouredshawlisboth easy to make and an absolute show-stopper. YOU WILL NEED NOTES Q Scheepjes Chunky Monkey (100% acrylic, 100g/116m) Scarf is worked in rows throughout. 1 ball of each: Change colour at the end of each row using Yarn A Cream (1005) the colour sequence listed. Yarn B Baby Blue (1034) Yarn C Blush (1130) SCARF The fabric is made inone-row stripes in14 Yarn D Amethyst(1432) bright colours in aran-weight for sturdiness Yarn E Lemon (1263) COLOUR SEQUENCE Yarn F Heather (1724) Yarn A, Yarn B, Yarn C, Yarn D, Yarn E, Yarn C, Yarn G Hot Pink (1257) Yarn F,Yarn G, Yarn H, Yarn I, Yarn A, Yarn B, Yarn H Pistachio(1316) Yarn C, YarnJ,Yarn D, Yarn E, Yarn A,Yarn H, Yarn I Mayflower(1082) Yarn C, YarnJ,Yarn K,Yarn L, Yarn A, Yarn H, Yarn J Punch (2013) Yarn C, Yarn M, YarnJ,Yarn E, Yarn B, Yarn A, Yarn K Orange (2002) Yarn I, Yarn H, Yarn N, Yarn M, Yarn C, Yarn G, Yarn L Golden Yellow(1114) Yarn D, Yarn L, Yarn A, Yarn E, Yarn C, Yarn B, Yarn M Lime (1821) Yarn I, Yarn G, Yarn F,Yarn A,Yarn K,Yarn D, Yarn N Wild Orchid(1084) Yarn L, Yarn E, Yarn B, Yarn C, Yarn G, Yarn H, YarnJ,Yarn A,Yarn F,Yarn A,Yarn F,Yarn A. Q A 7mm (US K/10 or L/11) hook For yarn stockists contact SCARF At the corner ofthetriangle shape, work two Scheepjes Using Yarn A, make magic loop. sets of stitch repeats into ch-2spaces www.scheepjes.com/en Row 1 (RS) Ch3 (counts as dc, ch1 throughout), in ch-2 sp, (ch1, skip next dc, dc in next ch-1 sp) dc in loop, ch1,dc in loop, ch2, (dc in loop, ch1) rep across to final ch-1 sp, dc in in ch-1 sp, ch1, TENSION twice, dc in loop, turn. dc in final st, turn. [6 sts, 4 ch-1 sps, 1 ch-2 sp] [12sts, 10 ch-1 sps, 1 ch-2 sp] Tension is not critical, but it may Row 2 (WS) Ch3, dc in first ch-1 sp, ch1, skip dc, Rows 5-60 As Row 4. affect the yarn quantities required dc in next ch-1 sp, ch1,skip dc, (dc, ch2, dc) in [124 sts, 122 ch-1 sps, 1 ch-2 sp] ch-2 sp, (ch1, skip dc, dc in next ch-1 sp) twice, Fasten off and weave in ends. MEASUREMENTS ch1, dc in final st, turn. [8 sts, 6 ch-1 sps, 1 ch-2 sp] Scarf measures approx 172x86cm Row 3 Ch3, dc in first ch-1 sp, (ch1, skip next dc, (67x33in) across widest points dc in next ch-1 sp) twice, ch1,skip next st, (dc, ch2, dc) in ch-2 sp, (ch1, skip next dc, dc in next ABBREVIATIONS ch-1 sp) 3 times, ch1, dc in final st, turn. [10sts, 8 ch-1 sps, 1 ch-2 sp] For a full list, see page 90 Row 4 Ch3, dc in first ch-1 sp, (ch1, skip dc, dc in next ch-1 sp) across to ch-2 sp, ch1,(dc, ch2, dc) SIMPLE STEPS HOW TO WORK STRIPES AND WEAVE INYARN ENDS 1Stop working the last stitch 2 Continue with thenew 3 Work thenext stitch over 4Continue across the row of the previous row before the colour, working thet-ch as the top ofboth yarn tails so until the tails are completely final yrh. Work the final yrh in usual, and then lay both tails that they’ll be worked into the hidden and complete the rest the new colour. Cutoff theold of yarn along the topof the stitch, and simultaneously be of the rowas usual. yarn, leavinga7cm-long tail. last complete rowof stitches. woven in. 50 WWW.GATHERED.HOW/SIMPLYCROCHET