Crochet Patterns for Summer

Finally! Yay! School is nearly out and I’m feeling all the Summer vibes. Everything is so bright and happy and positive right now – I hope you’re feeling this way too.

Here we are halfway through the year. Can you believe it? I’ve been losing the clothing layers over the last couple of weeks and am even bringing out the house plants now that it’s warmer, so that they can enjoy the sun out of the reach of my cats. My Sweet Stripes plant hanger pattern and Sweet Stripes Hanging Baskets Pattern have come in very handy for this! I have crafted plenty of them (in bright colored yarns of course) and am able to hang my plants all around outdoors, which keeps the yard from looking cluttered. It’s super pretty instead and I’m loving getting outside, while keeping an eye on the two youngest kids.

In the Summer months, I feel like there’s a change to lighter weight yarns and colors like pinks and pastels, because finally scarves and beanies are being shelved for a few months. Of course I’ve compiled a fun list of crochet pattern ideas for you, because even when you’re at a Summer BBQ, you’re hands need something to do! There’s things for the kids to wear and play with, plus some other awesomeness too.

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Makin’ Lemonade Sunhat

The first thing I think of when I hear the word summer – is sun! So this free crochet pattern for the Lemonade Sunhat  by A Crocheted Simplicity is a must have accessory! You’ll love how lightweight but stable this Summer hat works up. You could make them for all your children, and it’s so funky that even your teens might wear it!

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Sweet Stripes Stemless Wine Glass Cozy

Imagine a warm balmy evening with friends, the wine is flowing, the sun is setting, but your wine is getting warm too quickly in those fashionable stemless glasses. Now, picture this night a little differently, with you coming to the rescue, having brought along a selection of Sweet Stripes Wine Cozies! This Wine Cozy Pattern has been created for just this moment, so you can have your wine and drink it too!

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Sunflower Coasters

Have you planted sunflowers in your garden? Don’t they just say Summer to you? Unfortunately, we can’t have live sunflowers all year around, but we can have the next best thing – Sunflower coasters pattern by Hooked on Patterns are perfect to stop the drips from our drinks ruining our furniture. They’re a great idea to whip up before Summer arrives and an even better idea to gift to brighten up a friend’s day.

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Wind Spinners

These crochet wind spinners  by Lisa Auch Crochet are amazing. You can make these in many themes – like seasons, sports and celebrations – and give them as a crochet gift which will be lovingly received. 

A super easy crochet project that will use up any yarn ends you have lying around, making them a great yarn stash buster project. 

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Striped Summer Cardigan

Cardigans are not just for fall and winter folks. I wear them year round because my hubby cranks up the a/c in the summer and I’m always cold! Sure cold weather cardigans are snuggly, but warm weather cardigans can add that special pop of color to your casual wardrobe. The key is to pick a cardi that’s lightweight and full of fun and this fun summer cardigan by Itchin’ for Some Stitchin’ totally fits the bill!

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Cute Watermelon

Watermelons really do say Summer and are such a sweet and amazing fruit. You could use this Watermelon applique by Golden Lucy Crafts as a coaster, or on a rug or blanket, clothing pocket or to cover a hole in jeans, or decorate a hat! There really are so many applications. There aren’t any seeds on this crochet watermelon, instead, it has eyes and a smile! So if you feel like adding seeds, you can just embroider them with black color yarn. And did you notice the bites in the slices? Watermelon that looks this good wouldn’t wait around untouched for long.

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Pretty Play Date Dress

The Pretty Play Date Dress by Nana’s Crafty Home is a free crochet pattern for a mixed media t-shirt dress!  All you need is a shirt in any size and you’ll be adding a crocheted skirt to it. A fun and colorful summer dress, this project is so quick and easy you could make several in different colors. I know a couple of girls who would adore this one!

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Sweet Stripes Sunglasses Case

Summer is not complete without a cool pair of sunglasses to get you through those sunny days! They are essential for spending time outdoors from the garden or BBQ to the beach or your kiddos sports game, you always have them with you! What better way to keep those essential shades protected when they’re not in use than my quick and versatile Sweet Stripes Sunglasses Case pattern!

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Marietta Kerchief

Summer is for days in the sun and road trips with the top down! Enjoy it all with your hair tied back with this beautiful lace crochet hair kerchief by Banana Moon Studio! Going to a festival this summer? Channel a vintage vibe with this crochet head kerchief! It’s a quick finish project too and only takes one ball of yarn.

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Flamingo Amigurumi Pocket Pat

One of the most Summery birds are flamingos don’t you think? Did you know that they get their pink coloring from their diet of shrimp and algae? This super-cute flamingo pocket pal pattern by Darling Maple Designs is constructed by working from the bottom up with the option to minimize sewing and crochet the limbs into the body as you go.

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Cancun Crochet Top

It’s always great to come across a crochet pattern that you can make for your teen, that she’ll actually love! The Cancun crochet top by Crochething is worked flat; from one side to the other and is very simple. The strap is made with a special variation of the single crochet stitch with just one strap you can change the look of your top in many different ways. A fab way to change your style and a great pattern for beginners! 

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FUN Freeze Pop Holders

In my house, the official start of summer is always signalled by the breaking out of my kids’ FAVORITE treat – freezie pops! And of course, we can’t have the ice pops without the covers – and it’s even more fun when you get to pick your favorites! I designed my FUN Freeze Pop Holders with 6 fun designs to save my sanity – they can all choose a favorite, and save their little freezing fingers too! You can make a Dinosaur, Unicorn, Mermaid, Shark, Fish or Giraffe all from this one pattern!

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Pineapple Mini Bag

This is a free crochet pattern for how-to crochet a Pineapple Soap Cozy (or Small Gift Bag) by Eye Love Knots. Perfect to use with a homemade soap, as a gift bag for tropical themed earrings or use as favor bags for a Luau party! Watermelons are super summery, but of course pineapples are too, with all of these fruity patterns, you might create a gift fruit basket – with a difference.

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Sunny Days Beach Coverup

The beach! The pool! It’s Summer-time and there’ll be days when you and your kids don’t get out of your swimmers. So how about this awesome beach cover up by A Crocheted Simplicity that y’all can just throw on over your swimsuits and head to the gas station to grab a bag of ice or an ice cream? This pattern can be made in a range of sizes and is oh so cute.

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Ice Cream Sundae and Cone Set

Speaking of ice cream… you can never go wrong with, or have too much ice cream, amiright? Especially when it’s crocheted! If you agree then you’re going to LOVE my Ice Cream Sundae and Cone Amigurumi set! You can really customize this one with large and small waffle cups, large and mini cones, double or triple decker even! Don’t forget the toppings – sprinkles, fudge, whipped cream and cherries! And know I want some ice cream, how about you? 🤣 Luckily this ice cream is diet friendly!

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Baby Shark Sun Hat

Baby Shark doo-doo-doo-doo (sorry for the earworm, haha!) …here comes a free crochet pattern for a Baby Shark Sun Hat! Choose from three different sizes (baby, toddler and child) and make this easy crochet hat with a brim…a perfect crochet sun hat / summer hat crochet pattern for beginners. Learn how to crochet a hat and make this jaw-some crochet gift idea for babies and kids who love crochet sea creature hats or that infectuous song us Moms can’t help but sing along with!

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Summer Cowl Neck Top

This is another Summer inspired crochet top by Toys Lab Creations. It’s lacy, light and stylish and uses one of my fave stitches – the v-stitch. The crochet cowl neck top will make a lovely addition to your wardrobe. It is easy to make as it is so repetitive you could make it while watching television or hanging out with friends. 

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Watermelon Slice Sunglasses Pouch

Well if it isn’t a super Summery pattern for both watermelon and sunglasses. A novelty sunglasses case pattern by Eye Love Knots that will be a great conversation starter at any outdoor gathering. It’s cute, it’s quick to make and it just screams summer. Watch out for the seeds!

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Hopscotch Keychain

Check out this fun summer-themed keychain pattern that you can gift to any teacher or add to a bag or backpack. Help your child’s educator by gifting this hopscotch keychain byt Pine Tree Crochet, so they always know where their keys are! It’s always a great idea to make your own teacher’s gift so that it’s memorable.

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Sweet Stripes Freeze Pop Holders

Freeze pops, kids and Summer all go hand in hand, don’t they? I did mention we’re obsessed with them around here right? So yes, I have designed 2 different holders for ice pops, but they’re rather different! This one was targeted at my older daughters as they started to move out of being interested in animal, so I wanted a set that would be a little more sophisticated, to grow with them… So if you’re kiddos are big or small you can say goodbye to your kids using paper towels to hold ice pops and then finding them all over your yard! Because they’re washable and re-usable, they’re much better for your wallet and the environment too.

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Summer Cardigan

Everyone needs a good crochet summer cardigan pattern like this one from Desert Blossom Crafts. Because warm weather isn’t always guaranteed. This pattern is inspired by a summer night, reminiscent of the deep purple glow in the sky right before the sunset turns to the black night sky.

Thankfully, just because it is pretty doesn’t mean it is hard to make! This summer cardigan is simple, yet elegant and beautiful

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Who else is ready to get crocheting? I hope you have found the perfect pattern or two that you can’t wait to make to keep your hands busy at the beach and all those sports games this summer! Thanks so much for reading! I would love to know which of these patterns you’re going to make first! Let me know in the comments! If you enjoyed this post and you want to help me to continue to offer Free Crochet Patterns (<– find them here), please share my Blog Post with your crafty friends and subscribe to my VIP List! You can easily share using the social media buttons below the post! Thank you so much for your support!  If you have any questions, feel free to contact me or leave a comment on the blog. Please share your finished creations on Ravelry too!