5 of our FAVORITE Summertime Yarns from KnitPicks

Memorial Day is less than a week away, which for many people marks the beginning of the summertime season.

It also happens to be a big time for sales and our friends at KnitPicks are giving 25% Off EVERYTHING.

And since they have a TON of options, we figured we help you find some great warm weather yarns to add to your stash.

Dishie by Knit Picks - Get It Here****

Details - Worsted Weight (CYC #4) | 100% Cotton (190yds / 100g)

This is a classic workhorse yarn for a reason. It’s durable and affordable and comes in tons of fun colorways. Perfect for KnitPick’s weekly free dishcloth pattern.

Modish Merino by Knit Picks - Get It Here****

Details - DK Weight (CYC #3)
100% Extra Fine Merino Wool Easy Wash (256yds / 100g)

Merino yarn is surprisingly great for warm weather and this one has an eco-friendly twist. It’s treated with a non-toxic method that allows you to wash it in the machine on delicate without it felting!

Felici by Knit Picks - Get It Here

Details - Fingering weight (CYC #1) | 75% Superwash Merino Wool, 25% Nylon (218yds / 50g)****

Socks are the perfect summertime knit on the go. And this yarn has a bunch of fun self-striping colorways to keep things interesting.

Woolen Cotton by Knit Picks - Get It Here

Details - DK weight (CYC #3) | 50% Merino Wool, 50% Pima Cotton (218yds / 100g)****

This might be the greatest sweater yarn on earth. At least that’s what some of our Sweater Campers have said. It balances softness of merino with the coolness of pima for a truly perfect blend.

CotLin by Knit Picks - Get It Here

Details - DK weight (CYC #3) | 70% Tanguis Cotton, 30% Linen (123yds / 50g)****

You don’t see a ton of linen yarns out there, but this blend of plant fibers is incredibly strong, and great for warm weather projects.

BONUS PICK ⭐️

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  Shine by Knit Picks

  Sport weight (CYC #2) | 60% Pima Cotton, 40% Modal (110yds / 50g)

  This June we'll be knitting a lace tee with the Fearless Knitter's Guild and this yarn would be perfect. Cotton and modal together make a lovely yarn with great stitch definition.

  Get it here

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Conclusion

These are some of our favorite summertime yarns.

But what do you think?

Have you knit with any of these?

We’d love to hear your feedback. 😊