Summer Yarn for Beginners: How to Choose the Right Yarn for Your Summer Projects

Hello! I’m Y, a staff member on the third floor.

It’s that time of year when knitting with winter yarns starts to feel a little too warm.
On the third floor, we’ve put away our winter yarns and filled the shelves with summer yarns.

“I’d love to keep knitting in summer, but wool seems too hot…”
“I’ve heard of summer yarn, but how is it different from regular yarn?”
“I want to knit a bag or a hat, but I’m not sure which yarn to choose…”

In this article, we’ll answer these questions and introduce summer yarns that are perfect for the projects you want to make.

What Is Summer Yarn?

Summer yarn is knitting yarn that is mainly used for spring and summer projects.

It comes in a variety of materials, including cotton, linen, Japanese paper, polyester, and rayon.

Many summer yarns have short fibers and a smooth texture, making them comfortable to work with in warm weather. They also give your finished projects a light and airy look.

If winter yarn feels soft and warm, summer yarn is smooth, lightweight, and cool.

Many people think of knitting as an autumn and winter hobby, but with summer yarn, you can enjoy making bags, hats, and accessories that are perfect for spring and summer.

A Light and Fresh Look

Many summer yarns have a naturally lightweight feel, a slight transparency, or a soft sheen. Simply knitting with them gives your projects a fresh spring and summer look.

You can create many different styles, from natural basket-style bags and fresh cotton accessories to colorful summer bags, just by choosing a different yarn.

Great for Bags and Hats

Many summer yarns have just the right amount of firmness, helping bags and hats hold their shape beautifully.

They’re perfect for making practical items such as everyday tote bags, summer hats, smartphone shoulder bags, and pouches.

SASAWASHI is a Japanese paper yarn made from Kumazasa bamboo grass.

It has the smooth texture and natural sheen that are unique to Japanese paper, giving your projects a natural and elegant look.

It also features antibacterial, deodorizing, and UV-blocking properties, making it a great choice for summer accessories such as hats. The water-repellent finish helps keep it resistant to water and stains.

It’s a great option if you enjoy the look and feel of natural materials or want to make well-shaped hats and bags.

Manila Hemp Yarn

Manila Hemp Yarn is a natural fiber yarn made from Manila hemp.

It is lightweight, soft, and highly breathable, making it perfect for spring and summer bags and hats.

It has a natural look while also offering beautiful colors, making it suitable for everything from simple to casual projects.

It’s also a great choice if you want to create a basket-style look.

This yarn is perfect for anyone who wants to make summer projects that highlight the beauty of natural fibers.

Recommended Projects

Bags, hats, smartphone shoulder bags, pouches, and accessories.

We made a mesh bag and a pass case using VACANCE, one of the most unique yarns we introduced.

They turned out with a fresh, summery look.

VACANCE is especially great for mesh bags.

Its slightly sheer texture makes it perfect for creating a bag you’ll want to carry all summer long. ☺

The pass case, made by weaving the yarn through mesh, has a completely different look from projects made with fluffy yarn. 👀