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Cross-Front Vest • Minimal shaping, basic stitches and a chic, classic design make this attractive vest both easy and stylish.

HOW TO CROCHET WITH BEADS

Summer Solstice Jewelry • Pretty oval beads form the center medallions of earrings and a bracelet, which features the use of a clever beaded cluster technique to create a beaded band that undulates around the wrist. For tips and tricks, check out the accompanying article!

Sunflower Wrap • This wrap is a statement piece. Chunky yarn makes this quick to work up, and the open stitches ensure it’s not too hot. And if you don’t want to wear this as a wrap, you can always use the sunflower motifs as large coasters!

Harmony Bamboo Tank • You can’t go wrong with this tank! Wear it over a simple top or throw a jacket over it for an easy layering piece that can be used again and again.

Trellis Lace Socks • Indulge yourself with these easy-to-make socks that have a snug fit and are perfect for cool summer nights.

Lavender Valley Cardi • This airy and loose-fitting open cardigan is perfect as a cover-up over summer tank tops, dresses and swimsuits. Its pretty geometric stitches are easy to memorize, which makes this incredibly enjoyable to stitch.

Tunisian Mesh Top • With an uncommon but easy-to-learn Tunisian mesh stitch, this cozy tunic features more stretch than most crocheted projects and a comfortable, relaxed fit. This garment requires no shaping, so if you can crochet a rectangle, you can make this!

Summer Coasters • These coasters are quick and easy, and they’re sure to add a bright summer feel to any living area

Citrus Summer Drawstring Bag • This fun bag can be made in many different colors to match anything. It’s great to throw your sunglasses or phone in for a walk on the beach.

Citrus Summer Flip Flops • These motifs are very quick and easy to make and look great, attaching to any flip flop with simple whipstitching on the straps.

Fair Winds Duster • This open and breezy sleeveless duster will be an indispensable seasonal favorite— you can wear it as a swimsuit cover-up or put it on over a tank top or dress.

Fairfield Beach Blanket • This fun blanket’s grid-work pattern is created with easy striped blocks that are perfect for on-the-go summer crocheting.

Playing in the Waves Table Runner • Kick off your shoes and play in the waves, or do some beachcombing for pretty shells and sand dollars with this beach-inspired table runner!

Breezy Nights Pullover • Bright, cheerful colors dance along playful openwork stitch patterns in this lightweight summer sweater.

Field of Flowers Poncho • This lacy and lovely poncho is a perfect layer for warm weather. Worked in soft yarn and using a combination of join-as-you-go motifs, V-stitch mesh and a deep scalloped border, it is just as fun to crochet as it is to wear.

Sweet Pea Top • This top is a pretty overblouse that you can easily dress up or dress down.

In the Garden Top • Wear this cute little popover top over a swimsuit or add a liner and wear it alone!

Petals & Puffs Pillow • This floral pillow cover works up fast and is perfect for your favorite gardener! The flowers on this pillow stand out and the soft green keeps it subdued, making it the perfect accent for any room of the house!

Floral Fantasy Lapghan • A simple center is framed with a wide, luscious border of interlocking puff stitch flowers. The flowers are worked in each row and create a fabulous texture.

Dahlia Cardigan • “Dinner plate” dahlias produce huge blossoms that can grow as large as 10 inches across. To recreate the charm of these magnificent summer blooms, the Dahlia...