Who doesn’t need a lightweight summer sweater? No need to put down your needles and hooks when the weather gets steamy. These breezy patterns make me wish I were at the beach!

Ok, so if you’re a working mother of a toddler like me, now’s probably the time to start on Christmas presents that may or may not actually become finished objects. Summer sweaters are not likely to knit themselves before it’s Fall all over again.

But if you have flying fingers, need a sweater and have the time, here’s a list of freebies that I dug up so you don’t have to waste that precious time clicking all over the web.

These all go up to at least a 1x, most to 3x.

Knit Patterns

1. Shetland Shorty - A Lace Wrap/Bolero.
2. Thira - A knit halter.
3. Inverness - 3/4 sleeve reverse stockinette sweater with stripes and seed stitch ribs.
4. Gigi - Short sleeve kimono cardigan.
5. Light Summer Vest - Sign-up/Login required
6. Summer Cardigan and Scarf - Sign-up/Login required
7. All Season Shell - Sign-up/Login required
8. Knitted Simple Shell - Sign-up/Login required
9. Ribbed Shell - Sign-up/Login required
10. Textured Shell - Sign-up/Login required

Crochet Patterns

1. Raglan T-shirt - custom fit - Sign-up/Login required
2. Crocheted Summer Pullover - Sign-up/Login required
3. Empire Top in Microspun - Sign-up/Login required
4. Empire Top in Organic Cotton - Sign-up/Login required
5. Four Seasons Bolero - Sign-up/Login required
6. Crochet Capelet - Sign-up/Login required
7. Beach Cover-up / Pullover - Sign-up/Login required
8. Beach Cover-up / Cardigan - Sign-up/Login required
9. Sleeveless Tunic/Jumper - Sign-up/Login required
10. Elegant Shell - Sign-up/Login required
11. Light ‘n Lively Swingy Tank - Sign-up/Login required

For a whole pile of patterns, check out Spring and Summer Sweaters from Berroco’s free pattern library. They have a high percentage of plus-sized patterns.

Enjoy!
Jen