Crochet this stunning multi-coloured blanket, a free pattern from the Rowan archive, originally featured in Rowan Knitting & Crochet Magazine 41 and reworked in new shades of Handknit Cotton (cotton), a design by Marie Wallin. Using 9 of the beautiful shades of handknit cotton and with a beautiful stitch pattern, this crochet pattern is an absolute must knit for the season.

Crochet these decorative placemats and coasters, with bead detail from the Little Festive Knits Online Collection. A design by Lisa Richardson, originally using Rowan Shimmer, this yarn can be substituted with Anchor Artiste Metallic thread.

Ollie is the ideal project for someone who knows basic crochet and wants to experiment with other techniques. He is made using oddments of Handknit Cotton and can be used as a paperweight or a decoration.

This alternative Christmas Advent calendar can be made from oddments of yarn. Jemma Weston has used Kid Classic but any other yarn from your stash, that is suitable for felting, can be used as a substitute.

Crochet these decorative napkin rings, with bead detail from the Little Festive Knits Online Collection. A design by Elizabeth Armitage, originally using Rowan Shimmer, this yarn can be substituted with Anchor Artiste Metallic thread.