You might think summer and knitting don’t go together, but we’re here to prove you wrong with a whole bunch of lovely things to knit for that warm summer weather.
Think sleeveless tops and dresses, sun hats, bags and picnic blankets, or should that be pic-knit blankets… ahem. Without further ado, here are our favourite summery knit kits.
This camisole is such a fun, dreamy addition to your knitting projects and your wardrobe.
Designed with intermediate knitters in mind, you can choose the length you’d like it to be.
This spacious beach bag is just right for heading for a day out, and big enough for all your beachy needs.
Suitable for intermediate knitters, this beach bag is knit in the round using Bamboo Stitch.
Just because it's summer, doesn't mean you can forget about an extra layer... she says while glaring at the rainclouds.
This glorious Cosy Up cardigan is a super easy knit - quick to make and just beautiful to style and wear.
This tank top is suitable for intermediate knitters and covers sizes 8-28.
It is designed to be quite close fitting so size up if you’d like a looser fit for the summer months (or to layer over things when it gets chilly).
Cushions are a must year-round, but especially during picnic season - you need a comfy spot to park your bum while you eat your finger sandwiches, right?
This kit is suitable for intermediate & advanced knitters, and comes with a choice of colours for both sides of the cover.
This dreamy tunic top is simple to knit and easy to wear. Layer over a shirt or long sleeved t-shirt in the cooler months or wear over a simple vest if it’s a little warmer.
It’s a perfect pattern for beginner knitters but also a lovely project for intermediate knitters too.
Our Big Little Yarn Vest top is an easy knit if you’re brand new to knitting.
Using just knit and purl stitch, the vest top has a gentle rolled over neck and sleeve openings.
It is a gorgeous layer or can be worn on its own.
Knit with Big Cotton yarn, it’s soft, breathable and comfortable - exactly how summer hats should be.
Knit from the rim upwards, and shaped around the head, it’s perfect for intermediate knitters.
Perfect for all of your picnics and garden parties, this fabulous bunting is a quick and easy pattern that looks so effective displayed in or out.
With a choice of two colour options - Brights or Pastels - to suit your style.
This tank top is the perfect starting project for beginner knitters, and makes for a lovely top on those overcast summer days.
Available in sizes 6-30, you’ll knit two panels in our beautiful Super Chunky Yarn to a length that suits you.
A gorgeous addition to your summer wardrobe, this mini mohair jumper is more of a ‘throwover’ than a jumper, and will soon become a staple accessory.
It's a perfect kit for confident beginners, as it's quick 'n' easy to knit.
An easy-breezy beach dress design in our Big Cotton yarn. With an boatneck and open sleeves, this dress is easy to slip on over a bikini on the beach or as a summer dress.
The simple design has alternate knit sections with decorative purl rows and is available to knit in different lengths.
A beautifully lightweight cotton top with a classic striped design - soon to be one of your staple summer items!
With a flattering v neck both on the front and the back, this comfortable camisole can be worn day or night and is a quick knit, suitable for intermediate knitters.
Fluffy and fun, and oh-so beautiful to wear, these two projects can be knit up in a weekend, and both are perfect for confident beginners.
The headband scrunchie set contains 2 knitting patterns, and you can whip up both out of one ball of mini mohair yarn and 4mm needles.
A beautifully light vest top knit in our delicious mini mohair, made in the round, so it’s a really lovely project without any of the sewing up.
This knit is suitable for intermediate knitters - it's a lovely repetitive pattern, but with some pick up and knitting at the end for the rib.
You're going to need a picnic blanket this summer, or should we say, pic-knit blanket...
Perfect for intermediate knitters, it’s a lengthy project but it’s oh so worth it. Choose your three tones from our delicious range, and pick your size.
A super cute, 70s style cotton bag – suitable for those knitters who’d like a little bit of a challenge.
This loop bag is a fun take on the popular string shopper bags, but finished with a choice of 2 loop handles instead, to create a loose handbag style.
Our Big Cotton easy tee is an ideal wardrobe addition during the warmer months. Knitted in our beautifully soft Big Cotton yarn, the tee is so cool and comfortable to wear.
Choose two colours from our dreamy range and knit up this striped tee in no time at all.
Suitable for intermediate knitters, this waistcoat is a quick knit, made in around 6 hours.
The Little Layer Waistcoat has a lovely boho style, and is perfect for layering, or add a simple tie on the front to wear on its own.
The perfect festival accessory for Summer - our quick and easy cotton phone pouch bag!
You have an easy strap option or a more intermediate version - the pattern talks you through all variations, so you can really make this bag your own.
The We Are Knitters Arche Dress is an easy knitting project, and might just become your perfect summer dress.
This kit is flat-knitted in stockinette stitch. It fits slim through the hips and has a gorj slit at the midi hem.
Add a little extra shine to your summer wardrobe with this vest knitting kit from Wool And The Gang.
The cropped shape and deep 1x1 rib trim are perfect for wearing with your fave high-waisted denim, and, although it may look fancy, this top is stitched up using a super simple combo of knit and purl stitches.
Knit your very own reusable carrier bag with the Lulworth Folded Bag Kit from Stitch & Story.
It's perfect for both the supermarket, and a day out to the beach. Create yours using basic knit and purl stitches with Everyday Jute yarn.
For more fun knitting inspiration, check out the LAD blog, and if you're totally new to knitting, we've got you! Take a look at our Knitting Basics and other help pages to get started.
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