Celebrate Spring, indoors and out!
Dear Crochet Friend,
March is that time of year when we’re ready to shake off the chill of winter and move on to warmer weather. That means lighter garments, frillier accessories, and bold and charming projects for the home. Share the joy of springtime with heartfelt, handmade gifts. The I Like Crochet April 2024 Issue has over a dozen projects for you: coasters, towels, and a runner to brighten your home; sweaters to brighten your wardrobe, bag projects both practical and pretty, and more! Let’s take a peek at some of what’s in the I Like Crochet April 2024 Issue!
One With Nature
Crochet yourself a bucket hat with a bonus: two rows of adorable mini granny squares! That added detail gives this otherwise straightforward granny bucket hat a little extra boost! Make our Sustainable Squares Bucket Hat with bamboo yarn to start adding to your sustainable wardrobe.
As more stores phase out plastic bags, you face the prospect of a lot of paper bags starting to pile up—and most of them without handles! Crochet a convenient, durable, washable market tote—with handles!—that you can use over and over again! Our Bamboo Bliss Market Tote features stitches that are locked tight together to stand up to the demands of a trip to the grocery store. If you’re looking to combine functionality and flair, make our Boho Rainbow Revival Tote. You’ll love its captivating rainbow shape and intricate surface detailing.
Stash-busting lets you create your own style! Our Scrap Savvy Crochet Top is a carefree short-sleeve garment for those easy-breezy days. Add as much or as little color as you like. A little filet crochet here and there adds some interesting texture to this top.
Full Spring Ahead
Tees never go out of style, but they certainly add some! Discover the timeless elegance of a tee well-made with our Apple Tee-Ni (see what we did there?). A delicate, textured stitch pattern and ribbed access elevate this oversized V-neck to a timeless classic. Our Sorbet Stripes Boxy Tee is totally customizable. You pick the length and the stripe colors. (Psst: This makes a great stash-busting project!).
Cardigans never go out of style, either; they just keep getting better! Our Coral Canopy Cardigan is beautiful with its oversized design, easy leaves pattern, and flattering V-neckline. Simplicity and sophistication personified!
We all know about the little black dress. But what about the little white dress? Make our Coconut Cove Crochet Dress for a light, airy, and elegant garment that’s perfect for a fancy day or evening out. Pair it with our Blue Lagoon Almond Stitch Bag for an elegant fashion-forward look.
Need a little something to add a final touch to your outfit or project? Make some of our Juicy Crochet Accessories, from lemon, lime, and watermelon slices to delightful crochet cherries. Attach them to pins, barrettes, hair ties, totes, and more! Need a little something for a little someone? Our Paradise Blooms Little Girl’s Dress is just so cute! It’s seamless, with sweet ruffle sleeves and a peplum body. Sure to be a hit in her favorite color!
Brunch Club
Just because an item is practical doesn’t mean it can’t be beautiful. If you like to switch out your coasters from time to time, you’ll love our Sunflower Surprise Coaster Set. Your guests won’t guess that the tiny pot of flowers on the table actually holds a charming set of coasters! What a great way to store them! Keep them folded up and tucked into the flower pot so they’re ready when you need them and out of the way until you do.
When you have guests sit down to lunch or dinner, show them how charming vintage style can be. With our Vintage Charm Fabric & Crochet Table Runner, you’ll have the perfect balance of quilting fabric and lightweight crochet components. Customize this with the colors and patterns that suit your space. This could be your next family heirloom!
In the kitchen, items that are practical can be pretty, too. Take our Gingham Grove Dishcloths. Bring the outdoors in with these gingham-patterned dishcloths, with their sweet, ruffled edges and flat fruit appliqué. These dishcloths will make doing the dishes less of a chore! And when it’s time to dry the dishes, reach for our Vibrant Vistas Kitchen Towel Set. This trio of textured cotton towels makes a lovely addition to any kitchen. Make them in coordinated colors as a housewarming or hostess gift.
Other fun things in this issue include a collection of sustainable crochet products so you can do more with less; our list of Color Me Tropical products that will have you singing island songs as you work; our Earth to Crochet section with a look at some fabulous earth tones to inspire your creativity, and more!
Our April issue of I Like Crochet is packed with more than a dozen fabulous patterns for wearing, carrying, cleaning, & more. Crochet a stash-busting sweater, brighten up your home, make things both useful and beautiful. Where will your hooks go first?