Note From the Editor

The summer months are upon us. It’s not a common season for crocheters to be stitching up a storm, so we decided to give you some good reasons to pick up your hook in these toasty months.

Most crocheters love to give and share their craft with others. This issue is packed with projects designed just for that purpose. There are several charity projects, some with specific charities in mind and others that are designed with several options in mind. Not really a charity stitcher? That’s OK. They would make great gifts in general; get a jump start on Christmas instead. Each of the thread crochet projects would also make great presents! Summer is also a perfect time to try out new stitches and new stitch patterns. There are several stitch sampler projects that will keep you happily stitching away as you learn new stitch combinations.

Stitch samplers are trendy and super fun to stitch up. Some of the ones we have picked out for you can also be great stash busters while others look amazing worked up all in one color. Spend your summertime learning new stitch pattern combinations with these beauties and the hot summer months will fly by!

Enjoy!