Crocheting over the summer is full of fun projects that can be made with lightweight and breathable yarns in natural fibers.
Here I include a list of crochet projects that are fantastic makes for summer.
I know so many crocheters enjoy making and gifting their handmade items. But sometimes it can be challenging to find what to make when the weather warms up.
I hope you enjoy this list of crochet patterns for summer and find your next project!
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Summer Crochet Patterns
This lovely crochet shawlette is a free pattern from Marie of Underground Crafter. She says, "The Endless Summer Shawlette is a summer shawl crochet pattern. Make your version in a super fine weight yarn and it will be light enough to pack into your purse. Or, choose a different yarn weight to modify the pattern for different seasons."
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Crochet the Endless Summer Shawlette here.
This beautiful crochet headband from Alysha of Littlejohn's Yarn is super cute for summer. Plus it makes a great stash buster for those yarn scraps!
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Make the headband here.
The Bugs Out Crochet Cup Cover Pattern is a such a smart design from DutchCrochetbyMdK. These little tops cover your drink to protect it from those outdoor "friends." Fun, simple and easy to customize!
Find the cup cover crochet pattern on Ravelry here.
Or on Etsy here:
I love how this crochet vest top worked up in Tunisian. Lightweight yarn and a larger hook lend drape to this tunisian crochet garment, it's just beautiful. This tunisian pattern is free and Raffaella of Raffamussa Designs includes a tutorial.
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Make the Tunisian Crochet Summer Top here.
Circle Placemat Crochet Pattern - Cute As A Button Crochet & Craft
I love this gorgeous summer vest pattern from Craft-Her. Rose says, "Whether you crochet-by-seasons or just go with your creative flow, the Crochet Summer-light Vest is one you can wear in every season. Wear it in summer over a tank top, in spring over a strapless dress, in fall over a turtleneck, in winter over a sweater dress."
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Crochet this vest pattern here.
This lovely triangle shawlette designed by Sarah of Ned & Mimi. She describes it as "The Summer Shawlette is a lightweight, triangle ‘mini-shawl’; perfect for pairing with a crisp white shirt. The zig-zag stitch pattern adds a modern twist to a traditional lace crochet shawl."
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Make the Summer Shawlette here.
The Summer Daze Wrap is perfect for those times when you need a little bit of warmth. The open lacy design keeps this one light and makes a great summer layer. This Design from Christine of Sweet Potato 3 is a beauty in self striping yarn.
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Make the Summer Daze Wrap here.
Super quick, cute and useful! These little freezer pop cozy will keep your kids' hands from freezing while enjoying their summer treats! This crochet pattern from Ashley of Through The Loop Yarn Craft makes a great stash buster project for those little bits of yarn too.
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Crochet these freezie cozies here.