You can never guarantee that summer will be everything we wish for, whether it be rained-off barbecues or hotter-than-hot days that seriously affect one’s ability to crochet (shout out to my fellow all-weather crocheters). But one thing we can always count on is that whatever we have on our hooks will bring a smile to our face, and we can crochet up all the summer goodness we want – no matter what the weather!

Sweet summer flavours are, well, the flavour of the month in your delicious new issue of Crochet Now! I just adore bright, vibrant shades of yellow, orange and pink and how they can inject joy into something as simple as a new project. Start off your bright summer wardrobe with Lauren Willis’ matching Peachy Keen jumper for you, and for little ones! Then, accessorise those delightful colours with the Citrus Slice coverlet and Bubble Tea wrap to add hints of your favourite flavours into your day.

It's not an issue of Crochet Now without some show-stopping toys from my favourite amigurumi designers – be sure to check out the Tutti Frutti Friends with cute mix-and-match outfits. Pip the Watermelon cushion is the Jurassic friend you simply have to have in your conservatory this summer, and would be a wonderful gift for little ones partnered with the Dino hoody – modelled by my son, once more! And, of course, is a teddy bear really ready for summer without a pineapple costume?

I know many of you love to learn new techniques to keep your crochet fun and interesting, so make sure you follow along the lovely texture double waffle stitch with Bella Coco Crochet or try your hand on some delicate arboreal-inspired crochet. Your exclusive broomstick kit and pattern book, filled with step-by-steps and trendy patterns will keep you busy this month too I am sure.

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