Last-minute summer projects

Dear users, dear authors,
The patterns are now shifting toward fall, winter, and Christmas, but technically, it’s still officially summer. So here’s the thread for last-minute summer projects. Post anything summery here, or download the “Summer” PDF and follow along.
@Authors:
Please repost all your summer patterns—feel free to include anything from your shop that’s summer-themed. Please include an image, a link, and a description. Don’t forget to mention the difficulty level, materials list, crafting technique, and what makes the pattern special.
Happy summer!

Crochet Pattern for Barefoot Sandals

Beautiful foot jewelry that can also be worn as a wrist accessory. It doesn’t take much yarn, and in no time at all you can create a charming eye-catcher. Whether for a summer party, at the beach, at a wedding, at festivals, in the garden, or at the pool, there are so many occasions to wear these charming barefoot sandals.
Difficulty level: Intermediate

https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/13517/haekelanleitung-barfuss-sandalen-bfs1501-1502



Crochet Pattern for a Sleeve Shawl / Shrug


Especially when the evenings get a little cooler or a light breeze is blowing on the beach, this light sleeve shawl is a wonderful companion. It really shouldn’t be missing from any suitcase.

Difficulty level: easy to intermediate - the crossed double crochet stitches are explained separately.

https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/17429/haekelanleitung-shrug-aermelschal-16071



Crochet Pattern for a Light Summer Shawl

A light summer shawl is always a welcome companion

This shawl can also be draped beautifully without a shawl pin thanks to the special technique.

Difficulty level: Intermediate, but everything is explained very clearly

https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/15617/haekelanleitung-fuer-tuch-scarf-t16051




Crochet Pattern for a Versatile Poncho

This poncho has a lot to offer, because it can be worn in different ways. This garment is also a must-have for any wardrobe; it will accompany you on so many occasions.
Difficulty level: Intermediate - everything is explained very clearly




Crochet Pattern Summer Scarf

This light scarf not only protects your décolleté when it gets a bit windy, but can also be worn beautifully as a scarf necklace, giving any plain top a very special accent.

Difficulty level: Intermediate

https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/16397/haekelanleitung-sommerschal-16062





I hope you enjoy making them :-)

Best regards, Evi

You’ll find lots of beautiful summer tops—whether worn with or without a top underneath, for the beach, or just for hot or warm days—in my Crazypatterns shop: https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/store/mi-li

All patterns are explained simply, step by step, with photos, and are very easy to follow. The designs aren’t just chic—they’re also quick to make!

So, have fun browsing and enjoy the rest of the summer!
Yours, mi-li

Trendy flip-flops crocheted in a flash!
For every size, and for flip-flops with straps or loops!
https://www.crazypatterns.net/de/items/17545/haekelanleitung-flip-flops-wirbelwind-alle-groessen

SIZES: any size
THE PATTERN INCLUDES:

• Detailed step-by-step instructions with lots of photos:
  • for flip-flops with loops to crochet around
  • "regular" flip-flops with straps
• Bonus tutorials
• Detailed instructions for adjusting the size
• crochet chart

DIFFICULTY LEVEL: experienced beginners
MATERIALS NEEDED:

• Cotton yarn, weight 2.5–3.5 (e.g. Schachenmayr Catania) in 4 different colors
• Crochet hook, size 2.5 mm
• Tapestry needle, scissors
• Flip-flops to crochet onto (available at: http://www.jawolle.de/de/flipflops-zum-behaekeln.html), or alternatively “regular” flip-flops in the desired size (preferably with fabric straps that the design can be sewn onto)

STITCHES USED: chain stitch, slip stitch, single crochet, half double crochet, double crochet
Help: If you have any questions about the pattern or need assistance making it, I’m happy to help!

Sunshine Bob brightens up even the gloomiest days—and you can even wear him, because he’s a hand puppet :-)
Bob is knitted, and his hair is made of foundation chains using mohair yarn. Aside from a few slightly fiddly details—which are explained, though—Bob is definitely beginner-friendly. And since he doesn’t like spreading good cheer all by himself, the pattern for his buddy, Reggae Bobbel, is included as a bonus :-)

Click here to meet your new friend with a sunny disposition!

Hello everyone,

I’d like to introduce you to my favorite piece of the summer. It’s the beautifully flowing summer poncho. It’s easy to knit and simply flatters every woman. It skims the figure, and you just feel very comfortable, chic, and casually dressed in it. In summer, wear a top underneath, and in fall, a turtleneck. Truly my favorite piece.

The pattern is especially suitable for beginner knitters because the pattern is very easy, and I explain everything step by step and show it in pictures. You’ll need 180 g “Drachenwolle” (yardage 600 m/100 g) or another yarn with the same yardage, and a circular knitting needle with metal tips, size 3.5.

I hope you have lots of fun making and wearing it!
Best wishes - Yours, Ina 

Click here for the pattern.

Hello everyone, it's me again,

yes, the summer poncho is really great. But there’s another versatile piece among my patterns that simply always works. A wonderful lace shawl with a beautiful color gradient simply gives any wardrobe a lift—whether in summer, fall, or winter.

This shawl is also ideal for knitting beginners because I once again explain everything very precisely step by step and show it in many pictures.

This airy, lightweight shawl is an absolute eye-catcher. It can be worn in a sexy way for a summer party, elegantly with a little black dress, or casually as a scarf for everyday wear
. The different ways to wear it make the
color combinations look new again and again. Worn open, the
full beauty of the flowing pattern unfolds. Feel free to take a look at the
photos in the pattern and also read the reviews from other buyers. It looks so beautiful—and is easy to make,
because exactly two pattern rows keep repeating constantly. That’s why it’s a lace shawl for beginners. You need 100 g of yarn, so 2 balls of color-gradient yarn "Daphne Lace" or "Lace Top by Lanas Stop" or "Schoppel Zauberball Lace 100" or another
yarn, even a solid-colored one, with a yardage of approx. 50 g/400
meters and a size 4 circular knitting needle.

I hope you have lots of fun with the pattern and wearing your new shawl.

PS. It also makes a great gift if you know the other person's favorite colors :-)

Best wishes - Yours, Ina

Click here for the pattern!



We’re still “living” summer a little while longer...

So I’d like to present a quick-to-make tank top to you.
The dropped stitches and the simple lace pattern make this project “grow” quickly.

For more details, just click the image:



Get the pattern—and don’t miss out on the discount!

Right now in summer, it’s indispensable: insect protection for your glass. This way, no bee, wasp, or fly can get into your glass anymore. So you can enjoy the summer.

And since summer is almost over, there is a 25% discount. Grab it now!

These protective hats are also great for children’s birthday parties, helping everyone recognize their own glass again. Plus, it’s simply fun and enjoyable
to use these glass covers. Also very nice as a little gift to bring along or as a present for a summer party or birthday.
Insect Protection Hat

Children's tops that you can still crochet very quickly for the last days of summer can be found in my collection "Children's Tops for Summer"!
Fan Top

Fan Tunic

Little Star Top

Raspberry Cake Top

All tops are easy to make, even for beginners in garment making and crochet.

And tops for adults can also be made very quickly.

The Granny Circle Square Top, just like the Fan Top, is worked continuously in the round and is also easy for beginners to make.

Granny Circle Square Top


Fan Top for Adults