Magic Crochet No. 131 (April 2001)

🌊 “Ripple” Beach Accessories Make Waves — plus 2 Magnificent Ovals and Crochet Your Home Decor! The April 2001 issue dives into spring with fresh fashion, breezy beach-ready pieces, and elegant home accents perfect for welcoming warmer days. Editor Paulette Rousset celebrates the rising trend of needlecrafted fashion — soft, drapey pullovers, cardigans, tops, and matching bonnets that feel as good as they look. For the seashore, pack a rippled beach bag filled with coordinating accessories. On the home front, Brittany-inspired curtains bring sun, wind, and sea right into your windows, while stunning doilies, tablecloths, and throws add timeless beauty to every room.

Highlights:

• Fine Art Crochet: Super Lily (dramatic tablecloth), Little Jewel, Floral Triplets (oval beauty), Vacation (take-along doily), Brittany Cottage (curtains), Amaryllis, Mother’s Day Pattern Collection
• Irish Crochet: Delicate Sprays (extravagant showstopper — top expert level!)
• Filet Crochet: Square Doily, Hearty Dozen (heart-filled mat with pink ribbon), Simply Square (easy coaster), Barberries, Coat of Arms, Concord, Sauna
• Patchwork Crochet: Hexagon Throw, Dutch Treat, Dinette, Nursery, Victoriana, Runway
• Baby Crochet: Cuddles and Hugs
• Fashion Crochet: Golden Girl, Sky Blue Vest, On the Beach (the eye-catching mustard top + bonnet featured on the cover — plus rippled beach bag and accessories!)

Every pattern includes clear international diagrams, written instructions, gauges, materials lists, and beautiful photography — ideal for creating stylish spring fashion, thoughtful Mother’s Day gifts, romantic home décor, and fun beach essentials.

Details: Publisher: Les Éditions de Saxe Date: April 2001 • Number 131 Pages: 68 Original physical vintage magazine (US/Canada edition) in excellent condition for its age.

A wave of fresh inspiration for the new season — from ripple-effect beach sets and soft fashion wearables to breathtaking home décor and heartfelt Mother’s Day pieces. Whether you’re crocheting for yourself, the beach, or your home, this issue delivers the perfect projects to make waves in 2001!

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