With winter now in full swing, crochet is definitely our favourite way to wrap up warm against the cold!
And this issue we've got a great selection of patterns to keep you cosy, from Ruth Maddock's pure wool cardigan to Helda Panagary's colourful Van Gogh Scarf, in a gorgeous vintage-look yarn. Annelies Baes's Tweed Top will go perfectly over a long-sleeved tee – and there's a matching set of mitts too, to keep your hands warm.
Love is in the air this month, with Valentine's Day on the way, so were celebrating with some gorgeous love-themed projects, from a heart motif blanket to a lovebirds mobile and Liz Ward's adorable flamingo amigurumi. Theres also a beautiful floral set by Helen Free, worked in a gorgeous handspun yarn. Turn to page 98 to read our interview with the spinner, Tania Oakshott, and if you're interested in trying out spinning for yourself, you can read our introduction to the joys of the craft on page 84.
Our free cover gift this issue is a set of jewellery making supplies ideal for combining with your yarn, from brooch backs and earring hooks to jump rings that are ideal for crocheting around. Turn to page 55 to try out Rhian Drinkwater's Circles Set for some fun ideas.