Skill Level: Easy

Lemonade Cowl

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The Lemonade Cowl combines simple knits and yarn-overs with basic decreases in a simple lace repeat. Perfect for quick, easy vacation knitting as well as a good introduction to lace. The cowl is long for a draped-scarf feel.

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Walter the Whale

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The cutest whale has arrived from the sea with cute little stripes on his belly! His soft squishy body is perfect for cuddling and the reverse stockinette stripes add a lovely visual and textural contrast to his smooth, cotton body.

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Dockside Sweater

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This is a sweater that’s easy to wear and interesting to knit. It’s worked entirely in a simple striped pattern, but the background and the contrasting colors are swapped on the sleeves and on the body, providing an additional level of visual interest.

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Boathouse Row Vest

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This nautical vest features wide red and white stripes and has a turned bottom hem, rolled stockinette edgings, and an i-cord tie belt. Whether you’re headed to the boathouse or just a stroll around town, this vest is the beach accessory your spring outfit needs.

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Aweigh We Go Tote

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This cute and trendy bag is the ideal beach or travel companion. Knit largely in garter stitch and featuring a stockinette anchor encircled by a portal, this adorable bag features classic nautical stripes that will leave you dreaming of the beach all day long.  

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Gossamer Wing Scarf

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The Gossamer Wing Scarf is a wonderfully light and airy one-skein pattern that’s perfect for the season. Worked entirely in garter stitch, this simple scarf is a breeze to make — plus, it’s completely reversible.

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Coral Honeysuckle Top

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This deceptively simple top is an easy-to-wear, contemporary design that showcases a lattice and fan-lace shoulder. The exaggerated raglan decreases form a butterfly-like line that gives this must-have top an added dose of elegance.

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Maroon Bloom Baby Cardi

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Count this baby bolero among this season’s essentials as you say goodbye to the warmer weather. The design features three-quarter raglan sleeves and a daisy chain trim, and it will be a must-have on those cooler days when your little one needs just a little extra coverage.

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