June 2026

Super Summer Knits!

Wear it, share it, show it off

Projects for you, your home, and your gift list!

Dear Knitter,

Ah, the sweet smell of Summer—sun & sand, friends & family, and a little R &R. The June 2026 Issue of I Like Knitting has projects to spruce up your summer wardrobe, add a splash of whimsy you can wear, plus new spins on timeless designs. Let’s take a look…

Stay comfy, cool, and stylish in our Stripe Tank Top . This lightweight top is perfect for warm weather and looks great layered or on its own. Keep this top handy for your casual summer outings.

Show your American spirit when you wear our Patriotic Cables Pullover. This sweater is a classic with striking cables that make an eye-catching backdrop to the flag motif. This is a sweater you’ll want to keep at the top of your drawer.

Bold stripes in red, white, and blue make our Americana Rug the perfect addition to an entryway or living space. This rug is as practical as it is beautiful. Add a touch of patriotic flair to your home with this handcrafted rug.

Adorable Accessories

Make a splash wherever you go with our Flirty Fish Bag. This whimsical purse is practical, too, with plenty of room to hold your essentials. Put your own personal touch on this bag with your favorite color combinations.

Add a touch of handmade flair to your next outfit with our Gingham Wristlet. This compact purse features a classic gingham design and a handy wrist strap, and it’s just the right size to carry your essentials without a lot of bulk. People will admire this fun, functional bag and wonder where you bought it!

Can’t get enough gingham? Keep your hair in place with our Gingham and Plaid Headband. You’ll love the soft knit texture and the classic plaid and gingham design. You’ll want to have this headband handy for hot or windy days, and maybe make a few extra to have some handmade gifts on hand!

 

Fisherman’s Core

You don’t have to live by the water to enjoy a nautical theme. Be ready for cool weather with our Everleigh Fisherman’s Rib Sweater. This comfy, cozy, seamless sweater is worked in the round from the bottom up. And as a bonus, you can even wear this sweater inside out! This is a great project to try if you haven’t made any projects with fisherman’s rib stitches.

Now, you might want to start out a little smaller if you’ve never worked fisherman’s rib stitches before. Enter the Caley Fisherman Scarf. This is a quick and easy pattern you can work up in a day while you’re binging your favorite show. It doesn’t demand a lot of your attention, and the end product is a gorgeous, two-color striped scarf that’s reversible — and perfect for gifting!

For a fun and casual day on the water or along the boardwalk, stay stylish and sheltered from the sea breeze in our Dockside Sweater. This pattern is rated Easy, with a lace-up V-neck and sleeves that contrast beautifully with the body. Answer the call of the sea with this super stripey sweater!

Other fun fisherman core patterns include:

• Fishing for Compliments Shawl
• Water’s Edge Tunic
• Sloane Linen Beach Cardigan
• Aweigh We Go Tote
• Bay Scallop Beach Tote
• Oceana Tie Dye Socks
• Deep Sea Striped Socks
• Little Sailor Baby Vest

More Americana

Capture the feeling of the sun, sea and stars with these fun projects:

Know a youngster who would love a special summer dress? Our Lighthouse Dress is bold and beautiful, and perfect for playtime. For the young at heart, our Captain’s Jacket is perfect for a promenade along the water’s edge. The A-line body gives this sweater elegant lines — plus, it has pockets and a removable hood! Or make our Red Sky at Night Cardigan, part of an elegant knit set inspired by the old mariner’s saying, “Red sky at night, sailor’s delight.” You’ll love the look, feel, and drape of this lacy cardigan! And even on a cloudy night, let the stars shine. Our Silver Stars Garland will add a festive touch to any window, door frame, or mantel any time of year.

Going Mad for Gingham and Plaid

We just love the look of gingham, and our Shuffled Gingham Pillow takes gingham to a new level. It’s just a little different than traditional gingham, giving it an extra pop of eye-catching design. Play with colors and placement to create your own one-of-a-kind gingham pillow. Destined to become a classic! For warm weather, make our Cassidy Gingham Cowl as a colorful accent piece. This is a great colorwork project for beginning and advanced knitters alike!

 

Take a classic plaid design up a notch with our Rowena Plaid Wrap. Knit this lovely wrap using stranded colorwork in two colors of worsted yarn. Embellish the wrap with fringe and French knot embroidery, and add a complementary backing. Then knit an antique-style cabled belt to finish the whole thing off. The result is stunning!

 

Two rectangles sewn together never look so good! You can have the Raven Plaid Poncho ready to wear in just two weekends. Make your primary background color black or white, or customize it with your own color combinations. Any way you make it, it will come out cozy and comfortable!

And we have more fun gingham and plaid projects to knit for now or later:

• Giselle Gingham Dress
• Daisy Plaid Mom & Daughter Knit Purses
• Frosted Window Pane Plaid Sweater
• Rowena Plaid Wrap
• Lakeside Cowl
• Raven Plaid Poncho
• Color Me Plaid Brioche Wrap

 

Welcome the onset of Summer with projects to wear, share, and show off! Our June 2026 Issue from I Like Knitting is packed with inspiration and great gift ideas. Which project will you cast on first?