Whether you're a well established designer, or a fledging newbie, we want to hear from you. You can send in as many submissions as you like, at any time of year. We are looking for a wide variety of projects - more details can be found below, with suggestions to help spark creativity, and to assist with the overall theme of the issue. We are open to other ideas though.

When you have settled on your design, please email us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. , writing 'SUBMISSION' and the issue you are submitting for in the reference field.

Be sure to include the following:

• Sketches of the design (or photos of the finished project, if already worked up!);

• Schematic (or at least an idea of the size range);

• Photos of swatches (within reason!);

• Techniques used;

• Possible yarn options (and colours);

• Any additional information relevant to the design.

  Please do not send in fully written patterns.

Submissions are usually looked at in batches - this ensures that we can make a decision based on the feel of the magazine, and how well the projects sit together in terms of skill level and price. We may not, therefore, get back to you with a decision straight away - but we will let you know either way. If you have any queries regarding the next submissions review, please contact us.

If you would like to be added to the Designer Call Out emails so we can send you the call out direct to your inbox, please email us at lovecrochetmag@gmail, writing 'Designer Call Out' in the heading and we'll be in touch! 

PAYMENT 

Designers who are commissioned are offered a percentage of each pattern sold or a one-off fee. They retain the rights to the pattern, can use the tech edited pattern, photography and layout if they want - and we will discuss the price structure before publishing. We do not want to under (or over) price your work - if we pitch it just right, we can maximise your sales. 

YARN SUPPORT  

We will try to get yarn support in the yarn requested. This may not always be possible, in which case we will endeavour to find an appropriate alternative.  

 SUBMISSION SCHEDULE 2012/13

SUMMER ISSUE (May 2012) 

Submission deadline: asap
Commissioned deadlines: Pattern text 9 April 2012, Sample 16 April 2012
  

Ladies

Luscious Lace: Think floaty and light – it needn’t be all over, perhaps an element of lace detail to collars, hems, cuffs or necklines? Make it pretty!!  Antique shops, shabby chic & romance.
Layers of……layers! Mesh, openwork and colour – vibrant and versatile.
Festival Chic: Freeform and deconstructed!
Asymmetric.
  

Gents

Lazy, hazy days:  Pimms and Cricket, Regattas and days at the boating lake. Quintessentially British!
Geometry Rules:  Intarsia and colour blocks, solid forms.
  

Accessories

Beadwork: jewellery, headbands, market/beach bags.
  

Home

Crochet on Canvas: Crochet as wall art.
Fun in the Sun: Beach or barbeque sets/floor cushions, jug & glass covers, doilies and placemats.
Café Chic: Café/net curtains. 
  

AUTUMN/FALL  ISSUE (August 2012)

Submission deadline: April 1 2012
Commissioned deadlines: Pattern text 15 June 2012, Sample 30 June 2012.
  

Ladies

Seasons of Mists & Mellow Fruitfulness: Glorious russets and golden orange glow. Long country walks and leaf kicking. Oversized, cables and chunky warmth. Cider and bonfires! Texture, texture and more texture please! Continuing with the layering ideas too.  Stripes?
New Term: Preppy and college style for grown ups. Crack open the new Pencil Cases for the new school year!
  

Gents

Rugged and outdoorsy, practical and utilitarian.
  

Accessories

Big and snuggly!
  

Home

Crochet on Canvas: Crochet as wall art.
Comfy and inviting.
  

WINTER  ISSUE (November 2012)

Submission deadline: May 1, 2012
Commissioned deadlines: Pattern text 1 August 2012, Sample 15 August  2012.
  

Ladies

Fancy that! Brighten those dark, dull days with vibrant colourwork. Rich, regal colouring – think Faberge eggs and opulence.
Duvet days: Neutral comfort zone, for those days when all you want to do is snuggle! Think soft and warm, relaxing shades.
Party Hard: Elegant evening wear. Classic, simple and sure to outshine any LBD.
  

Gents

Fishermen are cool! Think ganseys, cables, ribs – warm and hardwearing, traditional with a little twist of the modern.
  

Accessories

Bags, Hats, Gloves & muffs: Big and snuggly! Texture again. We love it x
Jewellery: For day AND night! Chunky & textured, or sparkly and glam. You decide!
  

Home

Crochet on Canvas: Crochet as wall art.
Blankets, cushions, tea cosies – think chestnuts roasting by the open fire, Jack Frost nibbling at your toes…..sorry about that. How do YOU like to keep warm in winter?
  

SPRING 2013 ISSUE (February 2013)

Submission deadline: June  1, 2012
Commissioned deadlines: Pattern text 15 October 2012, Sample 1 November  2012
  

Ladies

Flowers - Corsages everywhere! Bows and flowers, smooth lines and curves. Flowing and free.
Oriental inspired: Mandarin collars and knots, jade and gold.
  

Gents

Geek Chic:  Brains = beauty!
  

Accessories

Bags, Hats & Gloves: Feminine and flirty. 
Jewellery: Dual purpose – lariats as scarves?
  

Home

Crochet on Canvas: Crochet as wall art.
Don’t forget your Valentine!
Fruit bowls, storage boxes, furnish your home in crochet x