29 Beach Knitting Patterns: Free Knitting Patterns for the Seaside

By: Kristina Kittelson, Editor, AllFreeKnitting

If you're planning a trip to the beach, or a week's vacation in a sunny tropic, you might not think knitting will get you anywhere. There are actually a ton of free knitting patterns to help prepare you for some fun in the sun. These beach knitting patterns encompass everything from attire to accessories, and will fully equip you for your coastal getaway, whether you plan to go swim with the dolphins or lie on a towel sunbathing. These free knitting patterns just prove that it doesn't have to be snowing for you to do what you love.

If you're as passionate about knitting as we know you are, you probably have a hard time going more than a few hours without knitting. These free knitting patterns, whether you're just beginning knitting or you've been doing this all your life, will help keep you busy the weeks leading up to that big vacation. You can prepare yourself a sunglasses case, a bookmark for that novel you promised yourself you'd finish on your time off, or even a swimsuit. We wouldn't judge you if you decided to spend your vacation working on those knitting patterns. Free yourself of all responsibilities on your vacation and use some of these beach knitting patterns for the best seaside escape ever.

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29 Beach Knitting Patterns: Free Knitting Patterns for the Seaside

Knitted Bags for the Beach

Summer Knitting Patterns to Wear

Extra Knitting Patterns: Free Knitted Seaside Accessories

Knitted Bags for the Beach

We know how much you love totes. We do, too. These free knitting patterns for bags will help you keep all of your essentials, from sunblock to sarongs, and even your books and knitting needles. Your seaside escape is supposed to keep you relaxed, so don't spend the entire time worrying about whether or not you brought everything. Knit one of these adorable bags to keep in everything you (and your family) will need. Even the patterns are beachy and cute, so you don't have to sacrifice style for practicality. Choose whichever of these beach knitting patterns suits your skill level and style best.

Summer Knitting Patterns to Wear

Believe it or not, you can even wear some of our free knitting patterns at the beach! We know the sun won't stop a dedicated knitter, so we've gathered some beach knitting patterns that you can wear in the sand. You'll love how light and breezy these free knitting patterns are, so you won't be sweating something fierce in the summer sun, but your delicate skin will have some extra coverage from its harsh rays. Make some for all of the ladies in your family to instill in them a love for knitting and show them it's not just a winter activity! Imagine all the money you'll save by knitting all of your own beachwear.

For more warm-weather knits, check out How to Make a Dress: 23 Free Knitting Patterns.

Extra Knitting Patterns: Free Knitted Seaside Accessories

You know the beach preparation doesn't end with swimwear. Unless you plan on swimming the whole time, you're going to need some accessories for your trip to the beach. There are free knitting patterns for those, so there's no need to grab your wallet and rush to a department store. In fact, a lot of these are quick knitting projects that you can get done even if you're short on time and yarn. You might even find that you use these beach knitting patterns when your vacation is long over for some rest and relaxation in the comfort of your own home.