In this special summer issue, Knits Magazine is offering 10 fantastic summer garments in yarns that will keep you stitching through the hottest season. These designs are warm-weather essentials that are easy to wear and made with fibers that are comfortable against the skin as the temps rise. Each project features a unique design element that sets it apart from the rest. Go bold with the reverse stockinette stripes and cables in Jennifer Kent’s Cricket Tank. Get the look of crochet in a delicate coverup in Elena Dimchevska’s Orlaya Shell. Grab attention at the next backyard barbeque with Laura Barker’s Branchport Cottage Tee. These and so many other must-makes are waiting in Knits.

Beyond the garments, this issue has a fantastic lineup of feature articles as well. Explore the Summer Beats Maker’s Tools for knitting notions music lovers can’t resist. Deep dive into the properties of summer yarn blends with tech expert Karen Frisa. Plus, this issue’s Ravelings asks the question: can knitting be art?