summer crochet projects

13 Must-Try & Fun Summer Crochet Projects

If your yarn stash is calling and your fingers are itching for something seasonal, you’re in the right place. Whether you’re crocheting on the balcony with an iced lemonade or dreaming of beach days from your air-conditioned living room, these summer crochet projects are here to bring the sunshine. From quick makes to playful decor, I’ve rounded up 13 joyful, feel-good ideas that are as fun to make as they are to show off. Ready to stitch your way into that summer state of mind? Let’s go.

summer crochet projects

Monstera Leaf Earrings Tutorial by Creggy’s Crochet

✦ Pattern Type: Free Video Tutorial
✦ Designer: Creggy’s Crochet

Tropical, lightweight, and effortlessly stylish; these Monstera Leaf Earrings are everything we love about summer crochet projects. In this beginner-friendly video tutorial by Creggy’s Crochet, you’ll learn how to whip them up in no time. It’s quick, satisfying, and the perfect way to add a handmade touch to your summer looks, and a fun addition to your list of go-to summer crochet projects.

crochet monstera leaf pattern

Monstera Leaf Earrings Tutorial


Boat Garland Wall Decor by Funny Rabbit Toys

✦ Pattern Type: Paid Pattern
✦ Designer: Funny Rabbit Toys

Add a breeze of nautical charm to your space with this Crochet Boat Garland by Funny Rabbit Toys. Featuring three adorable sailboats in fresh, cheerful colors, this garland is perfect for decorating a nursery, playroom, or any corner that could use a splash of seaside whimsy. Each boat is detailed with miniature lifebuoys or pearls that mimic perfectly portholes.

Boat Garland Wall Decor Pattern


Beach Crochet Coaster by Delilah Crochet

✦ Pattern Type: Free Pattern
✦ Designer: Delilah Crochet (Atelier Delilah)

This Beach Crochet Coaster is a little slice of summer you can crochet in an afternoon. With soft waves, a textured shoreline, and sweet coastal appliqués like a shell and a starfish, it’s the perfect way to bring beach day vibes straight to your table. Bonus: it’s free, beginner-friendly, and guaranteed to brighten up your surface (and your mood).

Beach Crochet Coaster Pattern

Beach Coaster Crochet Free Pattern


Sunflower Bandana by Ximenamakes

✦ Pattern Type: Paid Pattern
✦ Designer: Ximenamakes

This Sunflower Bandana by Ximenamakes is the kind of piece that turns heads. With its granny stitch base and a row of radiant sunflower squares hugging the edge, it brings the perfect touch of boho style and summer vibes all in one go, a standout among summer crochet projects.

Sunflower Bandana crochet pattern

Sunflower Bandana Pattern


Solana Sunglass Case by Day’s Crochet Dana

✦ Pattern Type: Free Pattern & Tutorial
✦ Designer: DAYs Crochet Dana

Some summer crochet projects don’t shout, they whisper elegance. This crochet sunglass case is one of them. Crocheted in soft, creamy yarn with a texture that wouldn’t look out of place in a luxury boutique: think Prada, but handmade. And with its subtle boho vibe, you’ll be carrying your sunglasses in style and elegance everywhere you go this summer!

crochet sunglass case pattern

Solana Sunglass Case Pattern and Tutorial


Crochet Sea Shell Bag by Sirin’s Crochet

✦ Pattern Type: Video Tutorial
✦ Designer: Sirin’s Crochet

This next summer crochet project looks like it could be a mermaid’s lost bag, washed ashore from some faraway underwater world. The shape is so perfectly crafted, it almost passes for a real sea shell! Designed by the talented Sirin’s Crochet, this pattern is not only free, but also comes with a full video tutorial, making it super beginner-friendly and easy to follow, even if you’re just dipping your toes into crochet.

Crochet Sea Shell Bag Tutorial

Crochet Sea Shell Bag Tutorial


Sunflower Throw Pillow by Lilyrosy

✦ Pattern Type: Paid Pattern and Free Video Tutorial
✦ Designer: Lilyrosy

Bright, cheerful, and irresistibly squishy, this Sunflower Throw Pillow by Lilyrosy is what summer dreams are made of. With its oversized petals and plush texture, it adds the perfect pop of sunshine to any room. It’s one of those summer crochet projects that’s both fun to make and beautiful to display. The best part? There’s a free video tutorial to guide you step-by-step, and a paid written pattern if you want it all neat and printable. A joyful project that blooms right off your hook!

sunflower throw pillow crochet pattern

Sunflower Throw Pillow Free Tutorial and Paid Pattern


Beach Bucket Buddies by The WonderCrochet

✦ Pattern Type: Paid Pattern
✦ Designer: The WonderCrochet

Get ready to hook up some sunshine with this adorable set of beach-themed amigurumis! Featuring a hermit crab, a turtle, and a cheerful octopus tucked into their own crochet buckets, this pattern is perfect for plushie lovers and summer markets alike. Designed for soft, velvety yarns and bursting with personality, it’s a joyful project that brings the ocean straight to your hook.

Beach Bucket Buddies Crochet Pattern

Beach Bucket Buddies Pattern


Crochet Sun Hat by A Crocheted Simplicity

✦ Pattern Type: Free Pattern
✦ Designer: A Crocheted Simplicity

This isn’t just a sun hat, it’s a showstopper in stitches. The Summer Lovin’ Sun Hat combines elegance and texture with a beautifully sculpted brim and intricate stitch details that give it a timeless, refined look. The tie accent adds a soft, romantic finish, making it as lovely to wear as it is to make. It’s the kind of piece that turns heads quietly, it’s effortlessly graceful.

Crochet Sun Hat pattern

Crochet Sun Hat Free Pattern


Amigurumi Pool Floaty By CutiePieCrochet

✦ Pattern Type: Free Pattern
✦ Designer: Cutiepie Crochet

Keep your drinks cool and your surfaces dry with this fun Pool Floaty Coaster pattern! Designed to look like mini inflatable pool rings, these playful amigurumi coasters are perfect for summer parties, poolside lounging, or just adding a splash of fun to your desk. Quick to make and beginner-friendly, they’re the perfect mix of practical and adorable. A great addition to your list of summer crochet projects. And best of all, the pattern is free!

Amigurumi Pool Floaty Pattern

Amigurumi Pool Floaty Free Pattern


Crab Cross Body Bag Pattern By Garnknuten

✦ Pattern Type: Paid Pattern
✦ Designer: Garnknuten

Say hello to your new favorite summer accessory: the Crab Crossbody Bag by Garnknuten! This quirky and lovable crustacean is more than just a cute face, it’s a fully functional bag, complete with a spacious interior and sturdy pink strap. Made in bold red with fun, sculpted claws and a round shape, this crab bag brings instant character to your look. It’s playful, practical, and unapologetically unique. Ideal for beach outings, sunny strolls, or anytime your outfit needs a pinch of personality.

crab cross body bag crochet pattern

Crab Cross Body Bag Pattern


Baby Sea Turtle Baby Blanket By Mandy Huseth

✦ Pattern Type: Free Pattern
✦ Designer: Mandy Huseth

The Sea Turtle Baby Blanket brings the serenity of the sea straight to your hook. With soft ripples in turquoise and sandy hues, it mirrors the gentle rhythm of ocean waves, perfect for soothing little ones or adding a coastal touch to a nursery. The charming appliqué turtles glide across the stitches, adding depth, personality, and a dose of sweetness.

I actually made a blanket like this for my niece a few years ago, it was freehanded, but it looked a lot like this one. I can tell you, it’s the kind of gift that truly makes the person receiving it light up!

Baby sea turtle crochet pattern

Baby Sea Turtle Baby Blanket Free Pattern


The Palm Tree Sign by Delilah Crochet

✦ Pattern Type: Free Pattern
✦ Designer: Delilah Crochet (Atelier Delilah)

Bring a bit of paradise to your space with this Crochet Palm Tree Sign, a playful and personal piece of desk decor designed to stir your wanderlust. Each colorful arrow can be customized with destinations you’ve visited, turning it into a soft and charming travel log. Or flip the idea and use it as a crochet bucket list: stitch your dream spots, one by one, as you chase them. Whether it’s a memory keeper or a motivator, this pattern is more than just cute, it’s a celebration of the places that have shaped you or the ones still calling your name.

Crochet Palm Tree

Crochet Palm Tree Sign Free Pattern


That’s a wrap on this little crochet summer fest! I hope these 13 crochet summer projects gave you a spark, or three. So go ahead, choose your favorite, grab that hook, and make something awesome. Summer’s waiting!

But before you dive headfirst into your yarn stash, don’t forget to bookmark this site so you can swing back anytime the summer crochet mood strikes! I’m always dropping new patterns, tutorials, and bits of inspiration to keep your creativity flowing.


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