It's hot outside; stay in and crochet! Although it may be hard to imagine the need for a yarn-y hat right now, it's a great time to get started on making one for the fall. The Urban Jungle beanie is made using the pineapple stitch and just one skein of Simply Soft. It's designed to slouch in the back so it'll not only keep you warm, but it'll make your outfit. Happy hooking!

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Patricia Williams has created the Edgewater Tunic, a beautiful feminine piece crocheted in bamboo-blend Spa. The trellis lace pattern in the body is banded with flower motifs, Wear it over a skirt for the office or with jeans or leggings on the weekends. The front and the back of the Edgewater are the same, with a flattering scoop neckline. Complementing the wavy trellis stitch in the body is the edging Patricia did, giving the Edgewater Tunic a soft yet sporty look.

>> Get the Edegewater Tunic instructions here.

If you've ever slipped on a vest like Susan Shildmyer's Textured Stitch Vest , you know that the long lines and elegant drape of this silhouette are slimming indeed. Plus, Susan chose planet-friendly Simply Soft® Eco yarn. Add to that, Susan's sophisticated shawl collar, easy tie belt and fabulous textured stitch, and you have a trifecta of winning design elements.
>> Get the Textured Stitch Vest instructions here.

Designer Lisa Gentry's Openwork Wrap will be a real favorite around the office or the home, any time of the year. Elegant and light, this fabulous wrap is actually stitched in two halves, from center back to front edge. Stitch one in versatile black, but be sure to try one in a summer sherbet color just for fun!

>> Get the Openwork Wrap instructions here.