Crochet Ideas:Thread Clothing Projects to Keep You Cool in 2007

This year crochet thread creations are hotter than ever. Just take a look at what's on the fashion runway, magazines, and stores and you'll get the picture. So, if you are ready for the spring/summer challenge, you can crochet up some of these great wearables using lighter weight yarn and thread. Here are some crochet wearables you can work up for 2007.

Granstudio.com

First and foremost you need to check out granstudio.com. Though the site is 'British,' the patterns are understandable in American English crochet terms. You will find tons of free patterns from Drops Design that are made with light weight yarn or thread. The Safran dress is a sleeveless tank dress that can be used as a beach cover up or worn alone as a summer dress. There is a great crochet jacket, white scalloped bikini and skirt set, and a variety of swim wear options in different stitches. You are bound to find something that you'll love to make here. The patterns are timeless, without being dated. Just pure yarn fun.

Annie's Attic

Annie's Attic is offering a few new patterns this year that are easy and doable. Their Easy side-to-side jackets and shrugs and Crochet cardigans booklets are a little less than $9 each, but include quite a few style options in their respective field. Each booklet includes 4 different patterns to choose from. The delicate openwork of most of these crochet thread creations is perfect for summer. They are lightweight in design and materials and can be made in whatever color your heart desires. Don't be afraid to alter patterns for shorter or longer sleeves to suit your tastes.

Annie's Attic also has foot 'thong' patterns available. These are ornamental patterns that can be embellished with beading to create the perfect beach footwear. They are meant to be placed on the top part of your foot, secured at your ankles and looped onto your second toe. Use metallic threads for a glitzy look, or natural colors for a simple look.

In addition to these great companies and sites, you can find free patterns online for other fashionable creations. Look for fingerless gloves made with crochet thread. These are great for weddings or special occasions. The delicate pattern work will make any hand elegant. Crochet thread can also easily dress up a pair of jeans, old skirt or blouse. Just make a trim around the hem or a collar and sleeve embellishment. And for those that are more ambitious, try making a skirt from crochet thread or a halter top. The light weight and tight stitches achieved by using crochet thread will make these garments a perfect fit, coverage, and give you freedom of design that yarns can't afford you in a wearable. So pick up some crochet thread and get hooking today!