ILC Editorial

Palm trees, white sand beaches, rum punch, and a tropical breeze—one look at the Island Time Dress and you’ll be transported to the Caribbean. Put it on, and you’ll start swaying your hips to the music of a steel drum band.

Whether you travel to the Caribbean or just want to feel like you’re vacationing there,

Dear Crocheter,

For your next dressy crochet project, make a dress. Yes, a dress. Never mind what people try to tell you. Dresses and skirts were meant to be crocheted. And our Flowy Fits Crochet Collection proves it 12 times over.

Slip into a delicate lacy dress, or go flirty with a flared skirt. Once you see

Dear Crocheter,

The hexagon is a shape of apparent contradictions. Both sturdy and flexible, you can link hexagons together to make everything from a pillow cover popping with color to a lacy shawl shimmering with magical shades.

Hexagons make great foundation shapes, and you have a number of choices on how you link them all together. Our

Swoncho? No, that’s not a typo. The swoncho is part sweater, part poncho, and 100% awesome. And when we all emerge from our homes (and we will) you will be glad this is in your wardrobe. Let’s back up just a moment, though.

There is a lot going on in the world right now, and it

This sunshiny summer pattern is just right for a cool summer night. You can start on it right now when you join the I Like Crochet Gold Club today!

Handmade fashion is always in style, and there are some good reasons for that, especially when it’s something as fun as this Throwback Thursday Jacket! Classic granny

It’s time to catch those summer rays and enjoy some relaxed crochet fits.

Dear Crocheter,

The latest issue of I Like Crochet is here and it is a stunner! Packed with projects that reflect the essence of summer, these designs are your ticket to a dream vacation of fresh color, classic neutrals, and unique combinations of textures,

Inspired by floral granny squares

“Allons-y” is French for “let’s go,” which is what you’ll want to do when you finish this bag. It’s large enough to be an overnight bag, your new crochet bag, or even a carry on for your vacation!

Amanda Saladin’s Allons-y Bag pairs two-color granny square trim with single and double crochet

Tunisian Crochet is a must-try for all crocheters. Thanks to a variety of stitches and techniques, you can create sturdy, warm, and versatile pieces that look great anywhere! Learn how to make all of them when you join the I Like Crochet Gold Club today!

As crochet made its way around the world, the craft picked

Surprise mom this Mother’s Day with a beautiful handmade gift.

Dear Crocheter,

Where would we be without that special person in our life? Moms should be celebrated and appreciated, and what’s better than a handmade gift? The Mother’s Day Crochet Collection is packed with fashionable favorites and easy-to-crochet accessories.

Breakfast in bed is nice. A homemade card is

Do you want to take your crochet projects from good to great? We’re here for you! Each issue of I Like Crochet features several how-to articles from your favorite designers and crochet experts. We learn something new with every issue, too. There’s so much to know about our beloved craft—it’s a life-long learning opportunity!

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