10 Shawls to Make This Summer
One of my favorite project categories for crocheting are shawls. I don’t know what it is about them, but they are just so rewarding for me to make! I realized the other day, however, that I only have worsted weight shawls, which are wonderful and all, but they are not exactly comfortable to wear in the summer. So, what better way to fix that than to start a few different fingering weight and sport weight shawls for summer? And why not share my roundup with you all?
Now, just a disclaimer. I have not made all of these. I have gathered up a list of patterns that are on my list to make after some deep diving. I do not know these people personally, and they are not paying me to put them on this list. I just think they look pretty and would be fun to make!
All of these patterns are designed for fingering weight yarn. However, some of them are able to be made with a thicker yarn weight. If any of these catch your eye, how about you check out the fingering weight yarn from Yarnspirations and Hobbii?
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The Despina Shawl by Sylwia Kawczynska
Photo from Sylwia Kawczynska
This pattern is a wonderful mixture of lace and solid sections, which are mixed together to give this delightful asymmetrical pattern. It is worked sideways from one point to the next, yet it is not a perfectly symmetrical pattern, which makes me love it more! The best part, is that if this pattern becomes one of your staples, you can make it in nearly any weight of yarn!
I am actually working on this pattern right now, and I have fallen in love with it! It is one that I can see myself making multiples of. You can find this pattern on Ravelry and Sylwia’s website.
2. Vintage Peach Shawl by Carmen Heffernan
Photo from Carmen Heffernan
This is a delightful lace shawl that was designed to be a one skein project. It is a simple repeat, so it is a great introduction for a beginner to crochet lace! And even better, the repeat means that you can make it whatever size you want! Carmen also says that it can be adjusted to a heavier yarn weight for a fall or winter shawl.
This pattern is one I have the yarn for, so you can be sure to see my version of it in the next few months! The pattern can be found on Ravelry and on this website.
3. Open Mesh Shawl by Hooked by Robin
Photo from Hooked by Robin
This is a very lacy triangle shawl for those lace lovers out there! If you are worried about it being too lacy, don’t worry! It has a solid border! However, for all its lace, the pattern only uses the basics: chains, single crochet, and double crochet. Even if you’re a beginner, don’t let this pattern scare you, because you can find a video tutorial for it on Robin’s YouTube channel! Robin also has it written so that no matter what weight yarn you use, it will work for all weights!
You can find the video on YouTube or the written pattern on her website.
4. I-95 Shawl by Ruth Damaris
This one is for all those who love the oversized shawls! It is designed to be adjustable for any size with the simple 3 row lace repeat, so you can make it as large as you want! It’s not all lace, though, as there are rows of solid stitches, breaking up the lacy rows with a wonderful effect!
This pattern is available on Ravelry and Ribblr.
5. Rainforest Retreat by Lisa Cook
Photo from Lisa Cook
This is one that I love looking at the pictures of! Depending on the depth of the shade of yarn, this shawl ends up looking so different! A mixture of lace and semi-solid rows, this shawl is definitely a statement piece! The lace sections are patterned so they look like flowers, which is always a plus in my books! And to finish it off, you can add tassels if you are a tassel person.
You can find this shawl pattern on Ravelry.
6. Midnight Walk Shawl by Helena Molinsky
Photo from Helena Molinsky
This is a beautiful triangle shawl with fringe on the outside edges. Other than the fringe, what makes this one stand out to me is it isn’t lace. It’s a solid shawl made of fingering weight yarn and worked in half double crochet and double crochet stitches. This one is definitely in my to-make pile!
You can find this pattern for free on Helena’s website!
7. Wrapped in Diamonds Shawl by Torun Johansson
Photo from Torun Johansson
This beautiful diamond-inspired shawl is a rectangle wrap that shows the pattern best in variegated colors! Don’t be intimidated by the diamond pattern in the design, it’s not too difficult! The entire wrap is composed of filet stitches, which is just a fancy way of saying double crochets and chain stitches! Best part is, this pattern is available for free!
You can download this free pattern on Ravelry!
8. Peachy Geometric by Sandra Paul
Photo from Sandra Paul
The design of this pattern is such a subtle lace, it almost looks solid! I can confidently say that whether the color of the yarn for this shawl is solid, color blocked, or variegated, it would all look amazing! The stitches used for this shawl are basic, but focus is needed to count the stitches to ensure it turns out properly.
You can find this pattern on Ravelry or this website.
9. Isolde Shawl by Wendy Lewis
Photo from Wendy Lewis
For the lace lovers, this is a very lacy shawl. This shawl would show off it’s best in solid colors and be the perfect addition for any fancy dress event. The amount of lace and the designs in the lace are definitely for the more confident lace crocheters.
This pattern is available on Ravelry.
10. Three Springs Shawl by Deanne Ramsey
Image from Deanne Ramsey
This is a shallow half circle shawl, but don’t think it’s not much to look at! This is a small shawl compared to some of the triangle shawls, but the colors and edging of this shawl can make it stand out in a crowd! This one would be perfect if you’re just stepping your foot into the world of crochet shawls since it’s not too big, but it will give you a taste of what to expect!
You can get this pattern from Ravelry.
This is by no means a comprehensive list of lightweight crochet shawls for summer! These are just a handful of the ones that have caught my eye. Have any of these caught your attention? Did I skip any that you love? I would love to add more to my list, so let me know for next time!
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