fons and porter: Crochet & Knit Your Summer Wardrobe

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It’s not too late to crochet or knit some cool summer fashions to add to your wardrobe this year. The hot weather’s just getting started, so I thought I’d share some of my favorite summer fashions from some of our favorite designers!I’ve obviously got lots of crochet favs…

Love this duster from Urban Edge by Shibaguyz Shannon Mullett-Bowlsby!

Urban Edge
Inspired by the lifestyle of the urban dweller, this crochet fashion collection from award-winning designer Shannon Mullett-Bowlsby is vibrant, versatile, and exciting. Shannon presents 13 garments that are as energizing to crochet as they are to wear. Showcasing yarns in light and medium weights, the designs include Bangkok Jacket, Dublin Cables Dress, Rio Sleeveless Hoodie, St. Tropez Butterfly Sleeve Top, Buenos Aires Maxi Vest, Amsterdam Vest, Helsinki Sweater, Seattle Cross Front Vest, Los Angeles Jacket, Taos Poncho, Milan Cowl Neck Top, Paris Wrap (a multifunctional skirt or dress), and NYC Dress. Most patterns are for sizes Small to 3X and Easy to Experienced skill levels. Tutorials help explain foundations and finishing techniques. (Digital Download eBook available!)

Coveting this Hooded Vest from Kathryn Clark’s Pretty Summer Fashion!

Pretty Summer Fashion
Wear your creative flair! Each of Kathryn Clark's four feminine fashions in thread crochet is your ticket to self-expression. A zigzag top with a keyhole neckline adds modern zing to a working day, while an openwork hoodie vest is perfect for weekend fun. A Cleopatra yoke makes the sleeveless shell both striking and regal. Feeling like a true girly girl? Button on the three-tone pineapple skirt that rests at hip or waist--you decide. Put your talent on display, while wearing your very best thread crochet! (Digital Download eBook available!)

This Touch of Venus wrap from CrochetWear by Ann Regis would add a touch of urban elegance to any outfit!

CrochetWear
Ann Regis presents a terrific collection of classic crocheted garments that will appeal to the urban woman and the rest of the world. There are wraps and toppers, vests of various styles, shrugs, long and short skirts, and berets, caps, wristlets, and a helmet with neckband. Sizes range from Extra Small to Extra Large. Shawls include Simply Wrapped, City Blooms, Park Place, and A Touch of Venus. Vests are named Wild Flowers, Dark Angel, Mini Me, and Sweet Basil. There are Geode and Ivy League shrugs, a Hex On capelet, and skirts called Tweedy Pie and King Tut. Other designs include Cafe Au Lait jacket, Black 'n Bright topper, a geometric pullover and tunic, and a variety of fashion accessories. (Digital Download eBook available!)

Can’t you just picture this lacy peasant top from Marly Bird and Jill Wright’s Curvy Crochet over your favorite little skinny strap dress?

Curvy Crochet
Curvy Crochet is a collection of fashions designed in lightweight yarn specifically for full-figured women. The lighter yarn gives each garment a feminine, easy-wearing drape that is so flattering to generous curves. Also included are an elegant stole and a felted handbag. 8 projects for crochet: Cowl Neck Tunic, Peasant Top, Stole, Motif Bolero, Felted Handbag, A-Line Vest, Ribbed Waist Tunic, and Tie Back Tunic. (Digital Download eBook available!)

Pairing The Crochet Dude Drew Emborsky’s eye catching Vasti skirt from Crochet It. Love It. Wear It! would take you anywhere! (Makes me think of cruise ships…)

Crochet It. Love It. Wear It!
Just for the ladies, Drew Emborsky (aka The Crochet Dude) has created 13 cutting-edge fashions in luxurious crochet. Fashion-conscious women are always searching for the perfect Little Black Dress, and Drew has one, plus an incredible selection of other must-have wardrobe pieces. Designs include a party dress, cabled and ruffled cardigans, flirty skirts, a vest, trendy tops (including a baby doll style), an asymmetrical long coat, an opera jacket, and a keyhole scarf. The designs are crocheted using a variety of beautiful yarns; the majority are made with sumptuous, organic/natural yarns in worsted or sport weight and are highly textured with enticing post stitches. (Digital Download eBook available!)Love knit summer fashions, there’s only one pattern book you need—

Warm Weather Knits
Paying attention to shapes, details, pattern stitches and fibers that work especially well for summer, Deborah Newton presents more than 20 sweaters and accessories to knit. The designs use a variety of cool fibers and blends, from classic cottons/linens/blends and lightweight cool-wool to new green organic and recycled yarns, as well as specialty yarns/blends such as bamboo and soy. Known for her finesse with textured knit stitch patterns and finishing details, Deborah has geared the designs toward a stylish audience, young as well as older, with sporty designs as well as dressy. There are summer cardigans and pullovers; two twin sets (one whisper-weight for hottest days); coordinated family sweaters for man, woman, and child; variations on the indispensable tank top; a tunic worked two ways; a dress; two shawls, and a market bag in two colorways/yarns. (Digital Download eBook available!)Check out a few of the 23 pretty, pretty patterns: