Heather C Gibbs is the owner of Keep Calm and Crochet On U.K. and has been designing patterns since 2012. She has designed over 90 patterns (at the moment) which includes toys, blankets and lots of crochet squares - many of which are free or available to buy from her Ravelry store. Her inspiration comes mainly from her daughter (hence the toy designs) but she loves nothing more than playing with yarn to see what develops. Her top 5 favourite things in the world are her family, friends, crochet, reading and chocolate. You can read more about her crochet and life adventures on her blog, or follow her Facebook, on twitter or instagram.
From the October 2021 issue
Spice up your autumn-winter wardrobe look with an ultra cozy cabled hat topped with a playful pom pom! Evie is a super fun design that plays with texture and yarn to create something that’ll keep your ears nice and toasty as the days turn cooler. With interchangeable poms, this hat is customizable and super fun to wear!
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Tilly is a sweet little pony amigurumi that will capture the hearts of adults and children alike. With a soft mane that seems to blow in the breeze and a big kissable nose, Tilly is the pony of everyone’s dreams.
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Sandstone is the shawl that utilizes yarn that varies in thickness to achieve a textured and lacy look. Tassels added to the center of the shawl add visual interest alongside the open diamond motifs.
View ProjectFrom the August 2022 issue
Briar, meaning “thorny bush of wild roses” seemed a fitting name for a blanket filled with textured stitches and rose-inspired hues of deep maroon and soft taupe. This intricate blanket is a cozy addition to your summer-to-fall home décor.
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Rather upsettingly I hadn’t known that there were different types of crochet terminology. Being British my mum and Nana had taught me what they knew, which was UK terms, and now I was entering an eye-opening realm of familiar-named stitches meaning one thing to me and something entirely different to others!
View ProjectFrom the February 2022 issue
A sweet gift idea for yourself or your bestie, this puppy coin purse features a classic metal clasp and safety eyes. The nose and ears are three-dimensional and adds to the cuteness!
View ProjectFrom the February 2022 issue
Finish off your look and keep the cold away with the versatile Tahoe Hat and Scarf set. The textured stitches, combined with a tweed yarn, and twisted fringe ends give it a classic touch that you are sure to love.
View ProjectFrom the February 2022 issue
Finish off your look and keep the cold away with the versatile Tahoe Hat and Scarf set. The textured stitches, combined with a tweed yarn, and twisted fringe ends give it a classic touch that you are sure to love.
View ProjectFrom the February 2022 issue
A gorgeous openwork shawl, this fringed piece is crocheted in soft shades of pink. Wear this shawl around your shoulders this spring or wrap around your neck in the cold months ahead.
View ProjectFrom the October 2021 issue
Cherie is an intermediate pattern for a cozy wrap that will comfort you on cool mornings in autumn and winter. Creating plaid with strategically placed motifs, this wrap is trendy with a pink and gray color palette and a fringe finish.
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