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Enjoy Summer’s Dwindling Days with a Cool Knitted T-Shirt Pattern

When I caught my first glimpse of a knitted T-shirt pattern, I thought it was one of the cleverest ideas for a knitted garment. When we think of knitted tops, we usually think of sweaters – warm, cozy, perfect for a chilly fall or winter day. We don’t often think of cool, light, comfortable tops perfect for a summer’s day. And yet, all the patterns listed in this article are just that. Most are made to be constructed with summertime fibers – cotton, linen, hemp, or a blend. (A few are made with merino wool, though in DK or lighter weights.) All have short sleeves and are specifically designed to have a certain airy quality. Thanks to Ravelry.com’s pattern browser, I now offer these delightful summertime knitted T-shirt patterns to you! Knit one for yourself or for someone you love. Popular Free Knitted T-Shirt Patterns Gemini: The most popular knitted T-shirt pattern available online gets its name from its most charming quality: one side features a lace panel that encircles the neckline, while the other side offers just a hint of lace at the shoulders. You can wear it with either side facing the front! Buttercup: This beautiful A-line tunic was designed specifically to be used with hemp yarn, but you can choose any cool yarn with a similar gauge. Cap Sleeve Lattice Top: What could be finer (and prettier) for summertime than a tee with built-in ventilation? Ruffled Summer Top: Here’s a lovely pattern originally designed for children that was so popular, the designer created adult sizes too. Playground Shirt: This sweet tee is not only completely unisex, but it’s also completely customizable, as hundreds of creative Ravelry knitters can attest to. Rondeur: Simple and completely seamless, this tee is an ode to curves and looks great on women of all shapes and sizes. Linen Top Pattern: This sheer top makes a great cool cover for a tank top, camisole, or swimsuit. The weather may be changing but why not work in one last warm-weather project with a knitted T-shirt pattern?