18
HEIRLOOM DOLL Talk to us! facebook.com/MollieMakes
ON THE COVER PHOTOGRAPHY: PHILIP SOWELS; STYLING: HELENA STEELE & MATILDA SMITH; MODEL: ALEXANDRA FIA
CONTENTS
MollieMakes
92
54
Floral weavings
INTRODUCING... LIVING
The latest news from the world of handmade
Fill your life and home with crafted goodness
9 INTRODUCING…
45 LIVING
Handpicked crafty happenings
We find the loveliest hand-crafted, new season buys for your home
14 TRENDS Shop and craft the eye motif trend
48 HOME TOUR
18 HEIRLOOM DOLL
Take a look inside Wonder and Rah designer Natalie Cardew’s dreamy home
Sew our modern take on a classic toy
26 TEA AND A CHAT
54 FRAME WEAVES
Meet ceramicist Katie Robbins
Say hello to spring with our showstopping triptych of vibrant woven blooms
32 COIN PURSES
58 PATCHWORK THROW
Brush up on your painting skills
Naturally dye fabric in subtle shades, then use it to sew a geometric lap quilt
36 HANDMADE AWARDS 2018
@MollieMakes
issue number ninety-two
This year's categories and how to enter
63 CROCHET CUSHION
39 FABRIC NECKLACE
This one’s all about the texture – bobble stitches and pom poms are go
Dig out your favourite prints pinterest.com/MollieMakes
youtube.com/user/MollieMakes
42 GOOD READ Lessons from crafty comeback queens
4 MOLLIEMAKES.COM 92
67 PULL-OUT PAPERS A collection of quirky patterns and playful slogan posters designed by Megan McNulty
58
NEVER MISS AN ISSUE
Patchwork throw
24 Subscribe UK
Get a Liberty of London fabric bundle and a sewing booklet when you subscribe today
86 Subscribe overseas International subscribers save up to 78%
63
Crochet cushion
39
Liberty necklace
LOVING
Treats and treasures to fall in love with
81
SPRING CHEER
This time is year is flled with the promise of things to come, from those frst blooms in the garden to the lazy bank holidays ahead. So, we’ve echoed this sentiment with plenty of makes that’ll bring just as much joy. Hook up your free gift in a spare evening to cheer up a wall, then step up your crochet game with our tactile bobble stitch cushion on page 63. Or, embrace a slower pace of crafting with our patchwork quilt on page 58, naturally-dyeing your own fabric frst. One event I’m especially excited for is the 2018 Mollie Makes Handmade Awards. This year’s submissions are now open, so turn to page 36 and fnd out how to take part – we can’t wait to see all your amazing entries!
Cake stand Yvette Streeter Acting Editor
75 LOVING Beautiful things to adore and make
76 CROCHET MOBILE Amigurumi fruits for baby’s room
81 CAKE STAND A marbled plinth made with polymer clay
87 FABRIC BASKETS Clever, reversible, easy-sew storage
91 KNITTED SOCKS Novelty koala cuties for your feet
87
Fabric baskets
95 WOODEN PLANTERS Learn how to lino print on balsa wood
99 TEMPLATES All you need for this issue’s makes
106 BACK PAGE PROJECT Hannah Read-Baldrey’s love of flowers Subscribe at molliemakes.com
Turn the page for more on your free gift! Then Turn to page 67 for your papers 92 MOLLIEMAKES.COM 5
INTRODUCING trends
THIS MONTH WE’RE OBSESSING ABOUT...
EYE MOTIFS Statement peepers in all their forms – think baby blues and heavy lashes
Simple embroidery and a strategically-placed button. So blinking cute. www.misspatina.com
14 MOLLIEMAKES.COM 92
INTRODUCING trends 01
02
02
01
They’ll follow you
around the room. www. zanaproducts.etsy.com 02
A necklace that
actually gives you the eye. www.noths.com 03
Spread goodnight
vibes with glittering acrylic wall art. www. lalalovesdecor.com 04
I see you, baby.
www.chiaraferragni
03
collection.com 05
Blush pink and
destined for the sofa. www.arrohome.com 06
She’s a dreamer
with a head for flowers. www.trouva.com 07
04
Watch where
you’re going. www. coucousuzette.com 08
08
Need to keep an
eye on your spending? We’ve got you covered.
07
www.oliverbonas.com
06
MAKE IT! TURN THE PAGE TO
05
DIY THE EYE MOTIFS TREND Subscribe at molliemakes.com
92 MOLLIEMAKES.COM 15
Girl about town Indulge your inner fashionista and sew Maryana Volkova’s modern heirloom doll
PHOTOGRAPHY: PHILIP SOWELS; STYLING: HELENA STEELE AND MATILDA SMITH, ILLUSTRATION: MATILDA SMITH WWW.MATILDASMITH.CO.UK
SUBSCRIPTION ORDER FORM Yes, I would like to subscribe to Mollie Makes and receive my Liberty fabric bundle and sewing projects booklet* UK – 6 issues by Direct Debit at £26.95 – saving 25% on the shop price BEST DEAL UK – 13 issues by cheque or credit/debit card at £63.49 EUR – 13 issues at £76.99 ROW – 13 issues at £91.99 *Sorry, available to UK subscribers only
YOUR DETAILS Title
(it is essential you complete this section)
Initials
Surname
Address Postcode Telephone number (in case of queries) Email address
GIFT RECIPIENT’S DETAILS (please attach a sheet with the address, email and telephone details of the recipient if you are giving a gift subscription)
KEEP IN TOUCH Mollie Makes (published by Immediate Media Company Limited) would like to send you updates, special offers and promotions by email. You can unsubscribe at any time. Please tick here if you would like to receive these
Subscribe today and you’ll receive this brand new Liberty of London ‘The Cottage Garden’ fabric bundle plus a Mollie Makes sewing booklet! A craft and lifestyle magazine bringing you the best of handmade from around the world, Mollie Makes features a selection of easy-to-make sewing, knitting, crochet and embroidery projects, plus inspiring interviews and home tours. Save 25% on the shop price – and spread the cost across the year – when you subscribe today!
We would also like to keep in touch by post and telephone about other relevant offers and promotions from Immediate Media. If you do not wish to be contacted this way post phone. For more information about how to change the way please tick here we contact you, and how we hold your personal information, please see our privacy policy which can be viewed online at www.immediate.co.uk/privacy-policy
CHOOSE FROM THREE EASY WAYS TO PAY 1
Yvette Streeter Acting Editor
I would like to pay £26.95 by Direct Debit every six issues (UK only) (please complete the direct debit form below)
Instruction to your bank or building society to pay by Direct Debit UK only To: The Manager
Bank/building society
Address
Postcode Name(s) of account holder(s) Bank/building society account number Branch sort code
Instruction to your bank or building society Please pay Immediate Media company Bristol Ltd, Direct Debits from the account detailed in this Instruction subject to the safeguards assured by the Direct Debit Guarantee. I understand that this Instruction may remain with Immediate Media company Bristol Ltd and, if so, details will be passed electronically to my bank/building society.
Signature(s) Date Banks and building societies may not accept Direct Debit Instructions for some types of account.
Originator’s identification number
7 1 0 6 4 4
2
I enclose a cheque/postal order made payable to: Immediate Media Company Bristol Ltd. for 13 issues (please write your name and address on the back of the cheque).
3
Please debit my MasterCard Visa Amount £63.49 (UK only) £76.99 (Europe)
£91.99 (Rest of World)
Card no:
Expiry date
Valid from
Signature
Date
FREEPOST YOUR UK ORDER TO: FREEPOST IMMEDIATE MEDIA (no further address or stamp required; please write in capitals)
POST OVERSEAS ORDERS TO: Mollie Makes, Immediate Media Company Ltd, PO Box 3320, 3 Queensbridge, Northampton NN4 7BFA Terms and conditions: This offer ends 30th June 2018 and is subject to availability while stocks last. Bonus fabric and project booklet is available for UK subscribers only and subject to availability. Gift is dispatched within 28 days of payment. In the event of stocks becoming exhausted, we reserve the right to replace with items of a similar value. Your subscription will start with the next available issue and you will receive 13 issues in a year. Full details of the Direct Debit guarantee are available upon request. Prices correct at point of print and subject to change.
ORDER REFERENCE: MMP92
SUBSCRIBER BENEFITS ■ Liberty of London ‘The Cottage Garden’ fat quarters worth £35! ■ Bonus Mollie Makes sewing projects booklet ■ Save 25% on the shop price when you subscribe ■ Spread the cost – just £26.95 every 6 issues ■ Magazine delivery to your door at no extra cost
LIBERTY FABRIC BUNDLE when you subscribe to
Worth £35!
YOUR GIFT INCLUDES: ■ 8 Liberty of London ‘The Cottage Garden’ fat quarters ■ Plus bonus Mollie Makes sewing booklet with six projects inside
HOW TO SUBSCRIBE
Order online at www.buysubscriptions.com/MMP92 Call now on 03330 162 148† and quote code MMP92 † UK
calls will cost the same as other standard fixed line numbers (starting 01 or 02) and are included as part of any inclusive or free minutes allowances (if offered by your phone tariff). Outside of free call packages call charges from mobile phones will cost between 3p and 55p per minute. Lines are open Mon to Fri 8am – 6pm and Sat 9am – 1pm, for orders only. Overseas readers call +44 (0) 01604 973 757
FREEPOST your completed order form
USA READERS: SEE PAGE 86
PHOTOGRAPHY: PHILIP SOWELS; STYLING: HELENA STEELE AND MATILDA SMITH
Celebrate change Unleash your inner artist Ð on actual canvas Ð to make Michelle CassellÕs covetable purses
All the feels
PHOTOGRAPHY: PHILIP SOWELS; STYLING: HELENA STEELE AND MATILDA SMITH
Treat your sofa to Hannah CrossÕ cheery textured cushion
US READERS
SAVE 78% JUST 13 ISSUES FOR $39.95*
Beautiful, easy-to-make craft projects
FREE GIFT
Inspiration from established designer-makers
with EVERY ISSUE
SUBSCRIBER BENEFITS
13 issues for $39.95 – saving 78% on the shop price Or, try 3 issues for just $9.95 and then $14.97 by quarterly continuous credit Delivery direct to your door – never miss an issue!
ORDER NOW Online: www.buysubscriptions.com/a049
or call toll-free on 1 800 428 3003 (quoting code a049) Terms and conditions: *North American savings compared to buying 13 full priced issues at $13.99 from the US newsstand. Payment is taken in US$. This offer is for new print subscribers only. You will receive 13 issues in a year. Prices correct at point of print and subject to change. If at any time during the frst 60 days you are dissatisfed in any way, please notify us in writing and we will refund you all un-mailed issues. Offer ends 30th August 2018.
PHOTOGRAPHY: PHILIP SOWELS; STYLING: HELENA STEELE AND MATILDA SMITH; MODEL: ALEXANDRA FIA
Forage and sew Use natural dyes to create a beautiful geo quilt - Alicia Hall shows you how 92 MOLLIEMAKES.COM 59
LIVING home tour
Daughter Robyn’s room doubles up as a shoot location, making it the most photographed space in the house.
Natalie Cardew’s forever family home blends neutral tones with bright accessories Words: LOTTIE STOREY Photography: FIONA MURRAY
It comes as no surprise that Natalie Cardew of Wonder and Rah favours a neutral home, made bright and beautiful with a careful mix of artwork and accessories. For this designer, whose prints adorn many a nursery wall, home is where it all begins, both inspiring Natalie’s work at the beginning of her process and acting as photoshoot location at the end. Natalie and her family – husband Chris, son Leo and daughter Robyn – have recently moved to this
48 MOLLIEMAKES.COM 92
LIVING home tour
Subscribe at molliemakes.com
92 MOLLIEMAKES.COM 49
PHOTOGRAPHY: PHILIP SOWELS; STYLING: HELENA STEELE AND MATILDA SMITH; A LITTLE LOVELY COMPANY BANNER: WWW.SCANDIBORN.CO.UK THIS IS NOT A TOY. WARNING! SMALL PARTS – CHOKING AND ASPHYXIATION HAZARD. ALWAYS KEEP OUT OF CHILDREN'S REACH
76 MOLLIEMAKES.COM 85
Kit out the nursery with Charlotte GrayÕs adorable fruity crochet mobile
facebook.com/molliemakes
@Molliemakes
@Molliemakes
molliemakes.com
MAIN IMAGE STYLING: HELENA STEELE AND MATILDA SMITH, PHOTOGRAPHY: PHILIP SOWELS
92