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Look, I’m a bit of a knitting addict (aren’t we all?!), so I still get that itch to cast on new summer craft projects even when the sun’s blazing and I’m melting into my second ice cream of the day (I really, reeeeally like ice cream, okay?!)
And I know I’m not on my own here – my fellow knitters and crocheters, I know you get it. The urge to start another crochet or knitting project is always there, even when the last thing you want is a woolly jumper or granny square blanket in your lap.
Luckily, summer crafting doesn’t have to mean putting your needles and hooks away. There are loads of brilliant lightweight summer yarns out there, perfect for keeping your creative addiction going even when the temperatures are soaring.
We’re massive fans of Scheepjes yarns at Baa! as you might have guessed from our range available in our Stonehaven knitting shop. When it comes to summer knitting and crochet, Scheepjes has a yarn for everyone whether your Ravelry queue is filled with floaty summer tees, crocheted bags or cute amigurimi toys for the kids.
Whether you’re knitting in hot weather or searching for the perfect non-wool yarns for summer projects, Scheepjes has a brilliant selection of cool cotton yarns for crochet and knitting that we love! I’ve gathered our top picks here at Baa! to help you find the right summer yarn for your next warm-weather make.
Alright, let’s kick things off with a classic for all your summer knitting and crochet needs. If you’ve visited Baa! In Stonehaven before, you’ve probably seen our colourful collection of Scheepjes Catona. This little 4-ply wonder is a go-to yarn for summer craft projects, and is particularly popular with our crochet customers here at Baa!
Scheepjes Catona is a 100% mercerised cotton, which basically means it’s had a clever treatment to make it stronger, shinier, and better at soaking up all those glorious dyes. It leaves the yarn feeling soft and smooth with a lovely lustre, beautiful colour and stitch definition that is so crisp, you can see the texture a mile off.
We love it for small craft projects like amigurumi toys, bits and bobs for the home and summery accessories, but it’s just as lovely knitted up into a sweet baby cardigan or crocheted into breezy summer tops. Plus, with just shy of 100 colours on the Baa! shelves, and with a price tag of only £2.95 a ball, you’re spoilt for choice without breaking the bank.
Some of our favourite summer craft projects, perfect for this cotton yarn include:
If you love your yarns vegan friendly and kind to the planet, Scheepjes organicon is the one for you. Made from 100% organic cotton, Scheepjes Organicon is a brilliant 4-ply yarn that ticks all the boxes.
It’s eco friendly, GOTS-certified, organic and completely natural. Exceptionally soft and smooth, it’s a yarn that is delicate enough for even the softest of baby skin. Perfect for knitted baby bits, sweet toys and accessories and the most breathable of summer tees.
Speaking of which, if you’re subscribed to our mailing list, you’ll have seen our lovely customer Debbie showing off her Strawberry Summer Top which she crocheted using Organicon in shades 219 Oxygen, 233 Restless Pine and 247 Swaying Tulip.
If you’re looking for the perfect yarn for your summer craft projects, we know you’ll love this one.
Here are a few summer craft projects for both knitters and crocheters:
If you’d prefer a yarn that isn’t completely made from cotton, you might prefer Scheepjes Whirlette instead. This one is a 60% cotton, 40% acrylic blend that produces a lovely soft fabric that’s soft next to the skin and light enough to wear on the sunniest days.
Whirlette is actually designed to accompany its bigger yarn brother, Whirlette. It’s the same cotton soft blend, but without the gradients. The idea is that you can use it alongside Whirl as a complementing block colour, but it works great as a standalone summer yarn for all kinds of summer craft projects. We love Whirlette for summer shawls, cardigans and tops where you want a little bit of drape. Plus, because you get so much on a ball (a 100g cake gives you 455m of 4-ply yarn) you could probably get away with purchasing just one for a lot of patterns, just like our lovely customer Elspeth who only used one for her green knitted summer top pictured above.
Here are a few summer projects for both knitters and crocheters:
Now, if you’re after something that feels as soft as a cloud but still has a great bit of structure and strength, Scheepjes Stone Washed is your gal. This one’s a real crowd pleaser, partly because it’s ridiculously soft, partly because of the looovely sort of mottled colour palette that makes your knitting and crochet look *chef’s kiss* even before you’ve finished weaving in the ends.
Stone Washed is a sport/DK weight yarn made from 78% cotton and 22% acrylic. The cotton core is wrapped in a fuzzy acrylic halo that gives it a sort of washed, heathered effect. In our opinion, it’s the best of both worlds. It’s lightweight enough for all your summer craft projects, yet cosy enough for transitional layers and soft enough to suit even the most yarn-sensitive folk.
We love it for summer projects with a bit of texture. We’re picturing airy cardigans, breezy sweaters, and anything with a bit of open stitch work – so excellent news for you crocheters.
Looking for inspo? Here are a few of our favourite summer craft projects that suit Stone Washed down to the ground:
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So there we have it! Whether you’re team knitting or crochet (or both!), these 4 summer yarns from Scheepjes crafting on a sunny day quicker than you can say “can I have 2 scoops in a cone, please”.
Hopefully I’ve provided you with plenty of summer crafting inspo to get you eager to cast on, so if you’re ready to find the yarn for your next summer craft project, pop into our friendly knitting shop in Stonehaven or browse our full Scheepjes range on the Baa! website to get started.
Happy crafting!
