Are you looking forward to summer knitting? Floral patterns are the summer trend. Designs mimicking flowers, blossoms, petals, and leaves beautifully announce the warm weather. Just like the beautiful summer season brings forth vibrant hues, colorful yarns suit summer knitting projects. As the temperatures are high, opt for lightweight yarns.
Most importantly, choose quality wool. Not only will you have an excellent fiber that is incredibly soft on your skin, but you will also have a project for all seasons. Wool is thermoregulatory, which means it's cool in warm weather and warm in cold weather. Plus, wool is a favorite among yarn dyeing artists, which results in beautiful hand-dyed yarn colors and colorways.
So, let's get started with knit floral patterns or even flowers to embrace the season. You can't go wrong with a flower-themed knit over a floral-print dress this summer, from colorwork to lace to embroidery. The options are endless!
Choosing the Right Yarn
When knitting floral patterns and flowers, make sure to choose the right shade that mimics the flowers. Colors are a big deal for these knitting patterns. Hand-dyed yarns are simply the best, with unique shades. Imagine the pure white shade of jasmine, the soft pink of peonies, lush red roses, the vibrant orange of marigolds, or bright yellow sunflowers coming to life in your knitting projects.
For summer knitting projects, explore fingering weight yarn or go ahead with your stock of DK weight yarn. Plus, choosing merino wool yarn is perfect, as it is a great summer option. Let your creativity bloom with the endless possibilities of floral-inspired yarn choices.
Choosing what to knit
Summer knitting is about lightweight garments, accessories and decor. From tees to light wraps, swimwear to stylish bags, and even your own shoes, there's a whole world to explore. You can explore knitting patterns or work on a design of your own. Planning your project will require you to work on a gauge swatch, make calculations, and design.
Intarsia knitting is a fun colorwork technique that creates intricate floral designs. It is perfect for showcasing the beauty of hand-dyed yarns. Experiment with different color combinations to bring your floral patterns to life.
Intarsia knitting includes knitting blocks of color. You do not need to carry the yarn while changing colors; you can introduce the color with a special joining method whenever required. Knitting patterns for intarsia colorwork are abundantly available, or you can create one yourself. Choose your favorite knitting needles and multiple yarn colors sorted into different skeins, balls, or bobbins.
You can bring a sunflower or two, roses, lilies, or any flower to life in your projects. Incorporate leaves and stems to enhance the overall design. You can make floral patterns on your summer tee or dress. Headbands or even wraps look beautiful with flower motifs. Let your imagination flow!