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Summer Love Collection Knit2016

It's with great pride and butterflies in my stomach that we present the Summer Love Collection, assembled in two stunning Lookbooks of 20+ captivating knit and crochet designs that symbolize passion, love and a celebration of creativity!

This lovely idea took shape a few months ago when a few of us at Annie's put our "creative caps" on to envision this exciting new collection. We were leaving winter behind us and couldn't wait for the first days of spring, sun and light to return. Dreaming up a pattern collection of warm-weather garments on gray January days sparked a sense of excitement about the promise of sunny months ahead as each new project came to life in our hands.

My immediate vision for this collection was the opportunity to share my passion for beautiful garments inspired by the clean designs from my Scandinavian background, combined with my endless love for the Californian beaches tucked between sky and sea.

For the colors, I wanted to use soft hues that blend in with everyone's summer wardrobes-colors I know will refresh, feel clean and casual, and bring your romantic side to the surface. Drawing influence from Pantone's Colors of the Year for 2016, our palette ranges from light blues to pastel pinks-not in contrast, but in gradients and blends.

This collection is so timely for Annie's because we are deeply listening to the needs of knitters and crocheters. You demand more than just another pattern, and our answer is a lifestyle approach that invokes emotion, excitement and passion. We designed garments and wearables that people can actually wear every day and that look flattering on a broad range of body types. They should be clothes that make you feel good and that make people say, "Wow, did you make that?"

I hope you will feel the passion that went into making this collection and love the timeless looks as much as we enjoyed creating the designs. May you be inspired to make, wear and explore the Summer Love Collection with a sun-filled mind.

Wanderlust Cardigan

Chamisal Tee

Painted Sky Shawl

Skagerrak Stole

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Shorebird Cardi

Monday Lilly Tunic

Ventana Vest

Passionista Vest

Montecito Tunic

Wanderlust Cardigan Design by Lena Skvagerson

This comfy cardigan in a worsted-weight cotton blend will be a wardrobe staple year-round. An easy knit with interesting deep-pocket construction, it includes a hood for extra comfort and coverage. Knit with 7 (8, 9, 10, 11)

hanks of Berroco• Weekend™ using a U.S. size 9/5.Smm 32" circular needle.

Finished measurements: To fit: Woman's S through 2XL.

Bust: 36 (40, 43Y2, 48, 52%)" Length: 26 (27, 28, 29, 30)"

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Chamisal Tee Design by Lena Skvagerson

This adorable tee has those little details that make it so very special wit hout making it complicated. At the edges are rows with long stitches that give an interesting finish and a great drape, and in the front are five subtle pleats that enhance the feminine look. You'll love the minimum assembly-when you're

done knitting, there is only a short seam to sew under each sleeve before you can flaunt your new masterpiece. Knit with 6 (7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12) balls of Plymouth Yarn® Vivara and U.S. size 7/4.Smm 16" and 32" circular needles.

Finished measurements: To fit: S (M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL) Chest: 36 (40, 44, 48, 52, 56, 60)"

Length : 201.4 (211.4, 22Y,, 23Y,, 24Y,, 25Y,, 26Y,)"

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Painted Sky Shawl Design by Kara Gott Warner

This unique shawl, made with super fine-weight yarn in rich hues, resembles streaks across the sky at dusk. The large needles create the

natural look of openwork with an embossed surface effect. Knit with 2 balls of MC and 1 ball each CCl and CC2 of Schachenmayr Tahiti, and U.S. sizes

1016mm or 1319mm 29" circular needles and a size H/8/ Smm crochet hook.

Finished size is 53" x 20", excluding fringe

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Skagerrak Stole Design by Lena Skvagerson

This stole, named after the stormy and dramatic sea between Sweden and Denmark, features an openwork wave pattern in a combination of two gorgeous yarns-a DK-weight alpaca/silk blend with a fuzzy

halo, and a super fine -weight cotton with a gorgeous, long color repeat. This is a dramatic and noticeable piece that will do wonders

for your outfit all year long. Knit with 4 balls of Berroco® Andean Mist™ and 3 balls of Schachenmayr Tahiti using U.S. size 8/Smm needles.

Finished size is 19" x 70"

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Shorebird Cardi Design by Meghan Jones

This basic box cardigan with modified drop sleeves is dressed up with simple lace fronts and a narrow eyelet hem around the back neck

and sleeves. Knit with 9 (10, 12, 13, 13) hanks of Plymouth Yarn~ Cleo using U.S. sizes 4/3.Smm and 513.75mm 29" or 32" circular needle.

Finished measurements: To fit: S (M, L, XL, 2XL)

Chest: 35Y2 (39Y2, 43Y2, 47Y2, 51Y2)" Length: 21v.. (22Y2, 22%, 2311,,, 23%)"

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Monday Lilly Tunic Design by Lena Skvagerson

This minimalistic and flattering tunic can be dressed up or down depending on the rest of your outfit. Perfect for a summer wardrobe, flirty tie bands decorate each shoulder, complemented by on-trend

long side slits. Knit with 6 (7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12) hanks ofTahki Yarns Cotton Classic using a U.S. size 815mm 32" circular needle.

Finished measurements: To fit: Woman's XS (S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL)

Chest: 33 (36Y2, 40, 43Y2, 47, 50Y2, 55)" Length: 28% (29, 30, 30%, 31 Y2, 32\4, 33)"

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Ventana Vest Design by Lena Skvagerson

This body-flattering piece is made with a multicolored yarn. The bottom is worked sideways, which creates an interesting hand-dyed effect.

The yoke section is worked in an eyelet pattern and shaped to wrap around the shoulders with a relaxed fit. The two pieces are worked separately and then sewn together. Knit with 8 (9, 10, 11, 13, 14) balls Plymouth Yarn• Driftone and a U.S. size 8/5mm 32" circular needle.

Finished measurements: To fit: S (M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL) Chest: 33 (37, 41, 45, 49, 53)"

Length: 28Y2 (29%, 30, 31Y2, 32%, 34)"

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Passion ista Vest Design by Lena Skvagerson

This simple-to-stitch vest can be dressed up for an evening out or worn casually to make a statement anywhere you go! The front panels are stitched sideways, and the stitches are easy enough that beginners looking to branch out will have a fun time with this pattern. Knit with 4 (4, 5, 5, 6, 6) hanks of

Berroco® Vintage® DK using U.S. size 614mm 32" circular needle.

Finished measurements: To fit: Woman's S (M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL)

Chest: 36 (40, 43V,, 47, 51, 55)" Length: 27V, (28Y,, 29, 30, 30%, 31 V,)"

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Montecito Tunic Design by Lisa Gentry

This summer we are trendy and comfy! This tunic is worked in a very simple mock rib pattern-only knits and purls. The wide collar is optional and works up as a separate piece. The wide slits are great for a layered look. Knit with 4 (4, 5, 5, 5, 6, 6, 6, 7) hanks

of Bermeo® Indigo™, U.S. size 614mm straight or circular needles, and U.S. size 815mm 16" circular and straight or 30" circular needles.

Finished measurements: To fit: Woman's XS (S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL, 5XL) Chest: 27% (31V2, 36, 40V2, 44V2, 49, 53V2, 58, 62)" Length: 27 (27, 27V2, 27V2, 28, 28, 28V2, 28V2, 29)"

Cowl Circumference: 16% (16%, 16%, 17V2, 18V•, 19, 20V•, 21%, 21%)"

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Contributors Lena Skvagerson, Connie Ellison and Kara Gott Warner joined forces to create the Annie's Signature Designs Summer Love Collection of 20+ captivating knit and crochet designs that symbolize passion and creativity in those who enjoy the crafts of knitting and crochet.

Lena Skvagerson Lena Skvagerson is the lead designer of Annie's Signature Designs. You may know her as one of the experts on the Annie's television show, Knit and Crochet Now!, which airs on PBS. Lena passionately designs everything from exquisite knit shawls to adorable crochet booties. She draws her creativity from more than 25 years in the European knit and crochet design markets.

Lisa Gentry Born in Germany and raised by nuns in a Catholic church, Lisa Gentry has been a fleet­fingered crocheter since the age of 6 when she learned crochet in first grade. Lisa now lives in Louisiana on a beautiful lake, and her fingers still fly through yarn. Lisa has crocheted her way into the Guinness database with an average time of 170 stitches per minute.

Kara Gott Warner Kara Gott Warner began her designing journey in the mid-1990s in New York City 's Garment Center. In 2002, she embarked on a freelance career designing hand-knitting patterns and technical illustrations. In 2010, Kara became the executive editor of Creative Knitting magazine. She is also the host of the Power Purls pod cast.

Meghan Jones Meghan Jones created the Shorebird Cardi as a quick and simple, wear-every-day kind of cardigan. She lives in the inland Northwest where she designs knitwear full time and nurtures obsessions with yarn, sharks, chickens, cooking and gardening.

Scott Campbell Scott Campbell has made a career of photographing the fiber arts for over 30 years. He continuously searches for light that illuminates and reveals the subtleties woven into the creations that he photographs. He enjoys collaborating in the creative process with designers, stylists and graphic professionals.

About the Team: Lead Designer Lena Skvagerson drew from her years of experience in the European design markets to create many of the captivating designs in this collection. Connie Ellison provided more than 30 years of merchandising expertise. Kara Gott Warner contributed her knowledge of online marketing and public relations.

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