So I started thinking, as it gets warmer, what kinds of things do I like to work on in the summertime? I bet there are a great many of us that put our yarn away when it gets hot, but there are so many beautiful things that can be made and worn or used in the summer, you just may choose a different yarn or stitch pattern for light weight fabrics.
Today, I'm going to go through some fun and pretty, or useful items that would be handy to make in the summer.
I'm including some items from my Etsy favourites on the list, because I've not written patterns for all of these items but I think they're important to include.
#1: Baby Blankets
The left one is a simple beginner knit blanket, done in pink, blue, or even white would be beautiful. On the right, a simple chevron, which I have also covered here on the blog.
I'm also working on a beginner knit blanket for the channel, coming soon.
#2 Lovies
Lovies are fun little hybrid of a stuffed animals, and little blankets. Aren't they cute? I love so many of the stuffed animals by One and Two company and they are a favourite shop of mine on Etsy. I love how fun that granny square blanket is on the bottom of the elephant. Also, I have daughters, so the ballerinas would be a huge hit around our house.
#3 Stuffed Animals or Amigurumi
Stuffed bears are a classic, and over time have changed into basically any animal you can think of. I just love this dog pattern. Below, I've included a pattern for 6 bears, and in the pattern they link to other clothes that you can make for them. Aren't they cute!
Clicking any of the photos will bring you to my Etsy favourites.
#4 Summer Bags
I am working on one, but here I have included a couple of options that are fun, and summer friendly, like the crochet beach bag, at right, or the knit market bag below. There are several more on the favourites list.
I really like both of these and can see myself making and using both of them.
#5 Summer Sweaters, Shawls, & Tops
Fun for summer could be a beach dress or bathing suit cover-up, summer BBQ top, or campfire shawl, like these. They are easy or beginner level patterns, and are combination of knit or crochet. I am loving both of those tops, and a new favourite of mine is that dark grey shawl. It looks so cozy!
#6 Crop Tops, Bralettes, and Bathing Suits
These cute little crop tops would look so pretty, and there are some examples of what others have created in the reviews. So lovely.
#7 Dishcloths
I, personally, like quick projects that don't take up a lot of time or space. I have worked dishcloths in the car, on road trips, camping, cottage or even at the beach! We have done several here on the blog, and I love giving them as gifts. Click the photo to check out the full playlist on YouTube!
In the video below, I discuss even more items. Which is your favourite? What did I forget to include on the list? I'm sure there's 1 or 2 at least, like home decor!
I hope this inspires you and gives you some ideas of what you can make for summer.
Thanks for reading!
-Much Love,
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