OUT NOW, Simply Crochet issue 169 is your go-to place for a crafty Christmas, with TWO bonus pattern magazines and a festive hook and stitch marker set!

Our cover star is a sparkly yoke sweater with post stitch texture, designed to resemble snowflakes or icicles – a great make for the festive season.

In our Technicolour Tinsel collection, we’ve swapped traditional Yuletide colours for rainbow brights, loopy baubles and a stripy skirt for your tree (like any good skirt, it has pockets!).

You’ll also find patterns for a brushed alpaca sweater, lavender shawl, baby blanket and glittery socks. Homeware makes include a wavy cushion in candy cane stripes, and wintry coasters and mug cosies which make quick and easy stocking fillers.

Stitch a chill snowman pal, embellish a child’s jumper with a sweet angel motif, and get ready to ‘sleigh’ with a filet cotton tote – just the thing for late night Christmas shopping.

Magazine published in December 2025 by Our Media Ltd

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