There’s something especially satisfying about knitting lightweight summer garments — simple silhouettes, beautiful cotton yarns, and pieces you’ll reach for again and again. We’re loving Tee No. 1 by My Favourite Things Knitwear — a timeless loose-fit tee with beautiful saddle shoulder shaping and elegant finishing details. Pair it with gorgeous warm-weather yarns like Biches & Bûches Le Petit Organic Cotton or Rowan Summerlite for the perfect breathable summer knit.
Our Favorite Summer Yarns
Biches & Bûches Le Petit Organic Cotton
When the need arises for a cotton yarn, Biches & Bûches Le Petit Organic Cotton is a natural choice. Spun in Italy from 100% Organic Cotton, this fingering-weight yarn has a beautiful subtle shine paired with a softly rustic feel. The finished fabric feels breathable, natural, and wonderfully soft against the skin.
- 100% Organic Cotton
- Fingering Weight
- 100g / approximately 328 yards (300 meters)
- Suggested needle size: US 2.5–4
- Made in Italy
This yarn creates the most lovely drape for summer garments and highlights stockinette beautifully.
Rowan Summerlite 4ply
Another excellent option is Rowan Summerlite 4ply, an ideal yarn for summer knitting. Made from 100% Egyptian cotton, this fingering-weight yarn creates garments that are soft, breathable, and cool to wear.
Summerlite’s tighter twist gives exceptional stitch definition, making it equally stunning in textured stitch patterns or classic stockinette fabric. It’s a wonderful choice for lightweight cardigans, breezy pullovers, children’s garments, and everyday tees.
Tee No. 1 by My Favourite Things Knitwear
A definite favorite summer knit in the shop is Tee No. 1 by My Favourite Things Knitwear — a favorite classic tee.
This loose-fit t-shirt features beautifully structured saddle shoulders that give the garment a relaxed yet tailored look. The yoke and sleeves are shaped using short rows for an especially comfortable fit, while the clean neckline and folded edges add a feminine softness to the otherwise slightly masculine silhouette.
Simple, timeless, and endlessly wearable, Tee No. 1 is the kind of knit you’ll want in every color.
Whether you’re planning your next summer cast-on or looking for the perfect lightweight cotton yarn, this pattern will become a staple in your closet.
