ILC Editorial

Crochet the perfect top for any weather spring has in mind.
Dear Crocheter,

The sun is shining through my office window right now, and I can feel the warm rays on my skin as I type this. The sky is as blue as blue could be and there are daffodils and tulips popping up here and there.

Tops, bottoms, tees, blankets, shawls, and more — plus adorable mother-daughter projects. Make something for friends & family, but save some time for you!
Dear Crochet Friend,

Ah, the promise of Spring. Fresh flowers, blossoming trees, longer days for strolling — and lots of opportunities to crochet!

Our April issue has projects to brighten up your home, your

Dear Crocheter,

Spring is a perfect time of year: not too warm, not too cold. And often — not too predictable. Spring is the time of year to always make sure you have a sweater (or two) on hand to take off the chill, layer on something fresh and breezy, or make a grand entrance at

Set your imagination free with the Dare to Dream afghan pattern

Blue skies! That’s what people say when anything is possible and there are no barriers. Can you imagine crocheting with no barriers, creating a design as you go? That’s what freeform crochet is all about, and this Dare to Dream Afghan project helps you make

Cardigans, totes, shawls, scarves — plus accessories for you and your home. Make something for a friend, but be sure to make something beautiful for yourself!
Dear Crochet Friend,

It’s that time of year when things are still cool enough that we need to layer up, but we can hear spring calling not too far away. This

From: The June 2017 issue of I Like Crochet

Skill level: Intermediate

Are you planning a beach vacation? We’ve got the perfect bag to take along—the Weekend Escape Tote!

Sharon Ballsmith’s design is both beautiful and practical. She used a shell stitch to design this bag, which is super sturdy and stretchy; just what you need when you’re

Blankets, cardigans, afghans, shawls, and more. They’re all on our list of the best patterns from this year. How many of them did you make?
Dear Crocheter,

I hope you’ve had a creative year, unwinding skein after skein of yarn to create new projects for friends, family, and yourself! Crochet is so much more than a craft

We Can’t Keep Our Paws Off This Collection of Dog Patterns!
We LOVE our canine companions. They go on walks with us, enjoy picnics in the park, romp through the woods on winter hikes, and cuddle with us on the couch waiting patiently while we crochet the perfect accessory to keep them warm on those outings.

Dog

A little spicy, a little sweet, and very warm! That’s the Herbal Tea Cardi, and it will have you looking and feeling great. Wear this sweater when you want to get a second look—or even a third. Its eye-catching combination of stripes, variegated yarn, and buttons will certainly attract attention. And when people find out

‘Tis the season of hot chocolate, cozy scarves, and warm wool yarns.

Dear Crocheter,

I absolutely adore December. Is there a better way to spend a quiet winter afternoon than with your favorite pattern, creating a gift for someone? Or updating your own winter wardrobe? Oh, and the array of yarns! Fine merino wool, luxurious cashmere, soft