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At Home -- Caribbean Shores
Design by Cindy Adams
You can almost see the bright blue waters of the Caribbean reflected in the vivid aqua hues of this lacy summer throw. It's easy to make using a simple two-row pattern repeat.
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At Home -- Golden Spokes
Designs by Kathryn White
Gift a new bride with a set of these exquisite coasters and napkin rings to dress up her table for special occasions.
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At Home -- Peaches & Cream Place Mat
Design by Cindy Adams
Dress up your summer table with the light, fresh look of pretty place mats made with easy, join-as-you-go motifs that are stitched in a delicious creamy color tinged with subtle fruity hues.
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At Home -- Serene Meadow
Design by Ellen Gormley for Red Heart
The name aptly describes the cool, restful green color of this easy throw that features an elegant, deep lace border of shells, V-stitches and chains.
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At Home -- Summer Berries Pillow
Design by Carrie Carpenter for Caron International
Delightfully dimensional cluster stitches give tantalizing texture to this fun, easy-to-make pillow. Yummy colors of vanilla, lemon and avocado give it fresh summertime appeal.
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At Home -- Summertime Blues
Design by Shari White for Caron International
Different-size panels worked in a contemporary stitch pattern in soothing blues, earthy taupe and creamy white give a modern look to this quilt-style afghan.
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Beginner's Corner -- Tea Bag Wallet
Design by Debra Arch
Having tea on the go is easy with this cute little pouch that can hold your tea bag and sweetner packets.
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Caring & Sharing -- Violas Cap
Design by Bendy Carter
This sweet little hat is perfect for any baby, but crocheted in purple, it makes a great donation for Click for Babies, whose mission is to bring awareness to shaken baby syndrome.
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Dress It Up -- Cottage Garden Handbag
Design by Theresa Kehrer
Beautiful, lifelike flowers in cool shades of teal, aqua and violet on a soft, multicolored background create a serene English garden effect in this beautifully designed purse with standout style.
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Dress It Up -- Daisy Wrap-Up
Design by Sedruola Maruska
The unique style of this wrap features four daisy motifs that connect two lace panels on one end, creating a comfortable neck hold and allowing the panels to drape forward over the shoulders for a variety of styles.
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Dress It Up -- Double Take Pendant Necklace
Design by Susan Lowman
A fun intermeshing crochet technique forms a different design on each side of this eye-catching, bicolored pendant. We show you step-by-step how it's done.
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Dress It Up -- Florette Scarf
Design by Linda Skuja
A sophisticated lace scarf gets an unexpected flirty finishing with chain-stitch floral fringes on each end.
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Dress It Up -- Roundabout Bag
Design by Debra Arch
A raised diamond pattern created with post stitches adds visual and textural interest to this great-looking bag. A circular shape makes it fun, and a gusset adds extra room for added carry-along versatility.
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Dress It Up -- Sunset Shawl
Design by Elisabeth Davis De Herraiz
The vibrant reds and oranges of a brilliant sunset give bold color and style to this stunning summer shawl that features a panel of sun motifs at the center, connecting two fan shaped lace panels.
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Easy As 1-2-3 -- Sea Mist Earrings
Design by Carol Lafollette-Walker
Silky, lightweight yarn and dainty cowrie shells create these cute "beachy" earrings that add a fun summer look to your casual wear.
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Editor's Choice -- La Cabana Tunic
Design by Tammy Hildebrand for Caron International
Versatility, style and functionality abound in this fabulous tunic. Wear it with summer pants and a tank, over a swimsuit or layer it with jeans and a pullover in the fall.
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In Stitches -- Solomon's Knot Lattice Stitch and Shells & Stripes
Designs by Annie's Attic
Our duo of lovely lace patterns is perfect for stitching up a variety of warm-weather projects.
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Learn it! Do it! -- Drop-Stitch Mock Hairpin lace
By Linda Dean
Here is an easy way to simulate the beauty of hairpin lace using a drop-stitch technique-with no hairpin loom required!
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Slip Into Style -- A Little Romance Cardi
Design by Ann E. Smith
A gently shaped waist eases into soft skirting to give this sweetly feminine sweater comfortable fit and a flattering silhouette.
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Slip Into Style -- Day-to-Date Jacket
Design by Ann E. Smith
Perfect for layering over a summer top or dress, this sassy little cropped jacket features demure, cutaway front edges for flattering style and pretty flowers for added feminine charm.
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Slip Into Style -- Sea Breeze Shell
Design by Laura Gebhardt
Wear this cool, comfortable top just about anywhere this summer. It's perfect for a beach vacation or cruise, but add a jacket and it instantly becomes office-ready.
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Slip Into Style -- Straw-Into-Gold Tunic
Design by Janet Brani
This lacy, linen summer tunic is spiked with an unusual contrast of sparkly little "flowers" created with novelty yarn. This versatile piece can easily be dressed up or down for a variety of styles.
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Slip Into Style -- Trade Winds Shrug
Design by Jo'elle Galo
The vivid parrotlike colors and cool, openwork pattern of this light, breezy shrug bring to mind a tropical island and warm summer winds. It looks fabulous with jeans and a tank, or over a simple sundress.
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Slip Into Style -- Wear Everywhere Sweater
Design by Ann E. Smith
The body and sleeves of this sunny cardigan feature a pattern of dainty V-stitches, with a lace panel of bobbles that add an extra pop of contrast on the outer sleeves. Scalloped cuffs add a flirty finishing touch.
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Small Wonders -- Baby Sunshine Blanket
Design by Darla Fanton for Caron International
Dainty white checks on a sunny yellow background make this sweet baby blanket perfect for summertime.
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Small Wonders -- Bow Peep Hat
Design by Jennifer Cirka
This cute bucket-style hat adorned with a colorful flower and a ribbon bow makes a darling summer accessory for a little girl's casual or dressy outfits.
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Small Wonders -- Broomstick Baby Cardi
Design by Kristen Stoltzfus
The simple, basic-stitch bodice of this sweet little sweater allows the lower body, which is highlighted with broomstick lace inserts, to shine in standout relief.
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