Step into summer in an outfit with attitude! Things kick off with a stunning pair of lace-stenciled pants by cover artist Pam Sisler. The rest of the issue follows suit with an exciting offering of different altered looks and styles.

It's never too late to dive into the magic of altered art wear. In a brand new column, artist Ricé Freeman Zachery shows us step-by-step how to tackle various altered techniques. This issue, she demonstrates how easy it is to transfer images onto fabric. To also encourage your creativity, we've included three free templates from a few awesome outfits.

In addition, this issue presents stylish shrugs by Sonya Nimri; and we also have something for the men this time with a set of head-turning airbrushed shoes by artist Chris Toombs. And Lindsay Mason, Jessica Miller-Webster and Lynnette April Cooper show us what fun can be had with appliqués. Don't miss out! Pick up this sizzling summer edition today.