30 FREE Werifesteria (whimsical forest) Crochet Patterns to make for Summer

Forest Cardigan by By Katerina, see the pattern here. 

First is the Forest Cardigan by By Katerina. It’s an intermediate level pattern and was made with a wool acrylic blend yarn, it would be perfect for cooler days and evenings. There are sizes XS to 4XL and it just requires basic stitches to make. It has a modular construction, with a main square on the back panel that is worked first, then continue working the square adding length to the cardigan but also working the front panels. After completing the desired length, the panels are then expanded to create an asymmetrical shape. Then to work the sleeves, they are joined in the armpit and worked in the round.

 

Spring Falls Cardigan by Ravin Sekai Designs, see the pattern here. 

Next is the Spring Falls Cardigan by Ravin Sekai Designs and it features wide sleeves and a lace pattern, perfect for wandering round in the forest. It’s crafted by beginning with the sleeves, which are folded down and seamed to achieve the wide-sleeved silhouette. Once the sleeves are joined, you can customize the length to suit what you’d like, and then give it the final touch with the collar and buttons. And it includes written instructions, a crochet chart, a construction schematic and has sizes S to 4XL. 

Lace Topper by Yarnspirations, see the pattern here. 

I also liked this vertical Lace Topper by Yarnspirations. There are sizes Small to 3XL. The special stitches required are the 2 treble cluster. It’s created by working that lace pattern vertically, and I love the buttons that have been added to finish it off. And you can pair it with a belt and wear it over your favorite dress before going off into the forest. 

 

Mae's Butterfly Top by Hunter Mae, see the pattern here. 

Or make the Mae’s Butterfly Top by Hunter Mae, there are sizes XS to 5XL, the special stitch for this one is the increase double crochet, and the pattern is worked from the middle outward, and the wings of the butterfly are added to the body by joining to the sides of the butterfly’s body. You work the butterfly body then neck straps and butterfly wings, and there are so many different ways to tie the straps to finish it off. 

 

Cosmos Halter Top by Amanda M, see the pattern here. 

Next is the cosmos high neck halter top by Amanda M. I love the high neck on this design and it has a corset tie back. This pattern 9 pages long and comes in two sizes: Small/Medium and Large/XL. The special stitches are the foundation dc and foundation sc. I love the intricate lace detailing stitching and feel like it would be a great Summer staple for your wardrobe. 

 

4AM Bralette by Paintbox Yarns, see the pattern here. 

Here is a lovely 4AM Bralette by Paintbox Yarns. It’s great to pair with shorts, wearing through the forest and features granny squares, some cluster stitches and fringe. This one is more intermediate level to make and there are three sizes XS/S, M/L, and XL/2XL and special stitches used to make it are the treble 2 and 3 together. To make it you create the base, cups then join the cups the base and finish it off with cup and neck edging. 

 

Sunshine & Daisies Cardigan by Paintbox Yarns, see the pattern here. 

I also like the Sunshine and Daisies Cardigan by Paintbox Yarns. It’s more intermediate level to make and there are 7 different sizes to choose from. The special stitches are the back post double crochet and front post double crochet, and to make it you create the back then 2 front panels, make two sleeves, then create the cuffs and I loved the flower motifs and how they made it in bulky yarns for a nice chunky cardi design. 

 

Viola Floral Top by Amanda M, see the pattern here. 

Or make the Viola Floral Top by Amanda M, and there are sizes XS to L, with bra sizes 30AA to 38DD. The special stitches are the foundation half double crochet, and foundation single crochet, and it would be a quick make and take about 2-3 hours depending on the speed that you’re working at. It’s more beginner friendly to make as well, and I love the little floral details lining the bottom and it would be extra perfect if made in a moody green on brown. 

 

Mary Kate Vest by Kimberly K McAlindin, see the pattern here. 

The Mary Kate Vest by Kimberly K McAlindin is a great make. It is designed to fit bust 34 to 50 inches, and is beginner friendly to make. The special stitches are the shell, half-shell, and v-stitches, and the vest is worked one piece from the lower edge up to the underarm. The piece is then divided for armholes, and the back and fronts are then worked separately up to the shoulders. First you work the front, back, then shape the neck, and finish it off by seaming the shoulders and working the edging and closure. 

Garden Flowers Shawl by Lorna Miser, see the pattern here. 

Next is the garden flowers shawl by Lorna Miser and is intermediate level to make, the finished size is 33 inches to 50 inches and uses basic stitches to make. This one could easily be worked up in a few crafting sessions as it is made of creating 39 of the flower motifs and then joining them together to finish it off. 

 

Midsummer Night Tunic by Paintbox Yarns, see the pattern here. 

I also like this midsummer night tunic by Paintbox Yarns. There are two sizes that measure 32 inches to 36 inches bust and one for 38 inches to 42 inches bust. It’s created by working a series of granny square motifs in the round, then joining them together and finishing it off with some edging . And I love the lacy details of this one as well as the champagne white color that it is in, in the photo. 

Flower Pixie Vest by Amanda M., see the pattern here. 

Next is the flower pixie vest by Amanda M. It’s worked in rounds from the center back outwards, and takes about 10-15 hours to make. There’s only one size small/medium which fits bust size 32 inches to 38 inches, 27 inches 28 inches length and the only special stitches are the double and treble clusters. You also need to be comfortable with the magic ring, and it is more beginner friendly to create. 

 

Bottoms: 

Last Summer Days Skirt by By Katerina, see the pattern here. 

First is the last summer days by By Katerina. This lovely airy skirt is created using the shell stitch and can be easily adjusted in length and there are sizes XS to 4XL, and it’s made using an elastic band which is really nice in order to give it some structure and cinch in at the waist without a waistband. 

 

Wickelrock Skirt by Svenja Roch, see the pattern here. 

I also like the Wickelrock Skirt, it’s beginner friendly and is writing in English and German. It’s made of just single and double crochet stitches and is adaptable in width and length for any size. I really like the wrap style design and the colorway that they made this one in. 

 

Fade Pants by Yarnspirations, see the pattern here. 

Or make the Fade Pants by Yarnspirations. There are sizes XS to 5XL for this one, and they are worked from the waist down and worked in round. And you can make it in mossy greens or browns to really have that earthy look but even in that blue it is perfect for a blue sky sunny Summer day.  It’s really beginner friendly to make and there is a waistband to hold up the waist as well. 

Dresses: 

Strawberry Doll Dress by Iam Uwon, see the pattern here. 

First is the strawberry doll dress by Iam Uwon. This one is beginner friendly and to create it you work the top panel, then the skirt panel, then the sleeves and finish it off by adding the strawberry appliqué. This one is made to measure, and I love how chunky this one is and how much texture there is, and this one is a YouTube video tutorial.

 

Beach Dress by Simone Francis, see the pattern here. 

Next is the Beach Dress by Simone Francis, this would be perfect to create for Summer and is worked in four pieces from the bottom up. To create it you start with the back then work the neckline shaping and the front with neckline shaping and lastly the sleeves, and I love the fringe on this one. It would be perfect to wear to a festival in the forest. 

Summer Dress by KnitCroAddict, see the pattern here. 

Next is this Summer Dress by Knitcroaddict. There are sizes XS to 2XL and is rated beginner level to make. It’s worked from the top down in one piece and the straps are added at the end and it’s made with linen yarn which is hypoallergenic, breathable and moisture wicking so perfect for a nice frolic in the forest. 

 

Accessories: 

Forest Forage Bag by Yarnspirations, see the pattern here. 

First is the forest forage bag by Yarnspirations. It’s beginner friendly to make and I love the mushroom cap top to the bag while there is a drawstring that keeps everything securely inside. This is a great use of the stiff red heart super saver, which will give it needed structure, and this one would be perfect to wear when going foraging for mushrooms. 

 

Sunflower Earrings by Elemental Knots, see the pattern here. 

Next are these sunflower earrings by Elemental Knots. The special stitches used are the picot stitch, and to create it you start with the mid section and work outward to the petals. They are worked with fine thread and a small hook and in continuous spiral rounds, and have a nice delicate design and can be worked quite quickly.

 

Snail Backpack by Yarnspirations, see the pattern here. 

Another whimsical make is this snail backpack by Yarnspirations. You can carry your items through the forest in style with this magical make, and the special stitches are linked crochet stitches as well as working in the back loops only for extra texture. And I just love the color choice for this one and the chunky plush yarn they made it in. 

Home Decor

Cherry Blossom Coaster by Ribblr Free Patterns, see the pattern here. 

First is the cherry blossom coaster by Ribblr Free Patterns. It’s beginner friendly to make and consists of basic stitches to make a flat floral pentagon. This one would be quick and easy to whip up and bring the outside in to your table. 

 

Forest Floor Basket by Yarnspirations, see the pattern here. 

Next is the Forest Floor Basket by Yarnspirations. It measures 5.5 inches tall by 8 inches in diameter, and special stitches are the half double crochet two together. To create it you start with the base then work the lid and the little dots then the door, and sew the dots and door on as well as do some embroidery to create the vines and flowers and there are charts for the backstitch, lazy daisy and french knot stitches to create those little flowers. 

Leaf Garland by Little Conkers, see the pattern here. 

Or make this Leaf Garland by Little Conkers. This one and beginner friendly and has a lot of photos to help with each step of making it, you need to be comfortable with basic stitches and working in to the back loop only and this one would be great for adding a little forest or garden vibe to your mantel or a cozy nook in your home.

 

Tulips by Kozy Toys, see the pattern here. 

I also love these Tulips by Kozy Toys. They are beginner friendly to make, and the special stitches that it uses are working into the back loop only and front loop only. I love how they used fiberfill and wire to give it shape and structure, and the pattern includes petals, stems, a short and long leaf and then how to add the wire, and there are pictures along each step which is nice. 

 

Strawberry Basket by Crossman Knits, see the pattern here. 

Next is the strawberry basket by crossman knits. The final size of the basket with handles is 18cm and to make it, it’s worked in rounds, to create it you start with the basket, then the strawberry top leaves, and the handle then flower stem and strawberry side leaves and the string which helps to close the basket to finish it off. And there are a lot of pictures to help with each step of making this one too, and I love the embroidery on it, to give it little strawberry texture details. 

 

Tree of Life Afghan by Lion Brand, see the pattern here. 

Or make the tree of life afghan by lion brand. It’s more experienced level to make and the special stitches required to make it are the back post and front post double crochet and triple crochet as well as the left and right cross and the reverse single crochet. So it’s a bit involved to make, and the finished size 44 inches by 56 inches, and it’s a bit more involved to make but would definitely be worth it. 

 

Lily of the Valley Coaster by Kathy Leung, see the pattern here. 

Another great pattern is this lily of the valley coaster by Kathy Leung. It’s beginner level to make, and is a beautiful decor piece that is also functional and can protect your surfaces from cups and mugs. The special stitches are the double crochet increase and cluster stitch, and it features a round blue base with two white lily of the valley flowers and two green leaves. To create it you work the coaster, then make the lily of the valley flowers and a large and small leaf to finish it off. 

Snail Blanket by Yarnspirations, see the pattern here. 

Next is the Snail Blanket on Yarnspirations. The special stitches that are used are the treble front and back post and it measures 30 inches so it’s a bit smaller, perfect as a little throw. It’s more intermediate level to make and I love the texture on this one. 

Snail's Pace Blanket by Yarnspirations, see the pattern here. 

The snail’s pace blanket yarnspirations is also a fun one. This is a perfect baby blanket or lap blanket as it measures 30 inches by 35 inches once complete. The special stitch is the single crochet two together, and to make it you create the blanket, then the snail body and head and shell and assemble it together with a little sewing. 

Alright well I hope you enjoyed this round up of patterns. Let me know if you did and leave a snail emoji to let me know you made it this far, and enjoyed this video, and let me know if there is a specific round-up you’d like to see soon. 

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