10 Halter Knitting Patterns for a Hot Girl Summer
Summer is here and so are those hot days!
Whether you're looking for a new summer outfit or just want to make something fun, these 10 halter knitting patterns will keep you cool.
All of the projects are beginner to advanced beginner level. They are quick and easy to knit projects and the perfect entrance into sweater/garment knitting.
Halters range from simple garter stitch to ribbing and easy lace.
There are even a few free halter patterns in this line-up! Check out #5, 8, and 9.
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10 Summer Halter Knitting Patterns
#1. Lydia Halter Top Knitting Pattern
The Lydia Halter Top is a cropped, knit halter top. It is perfect for layering or on its own. The back can either be left low or knit longer to match the front.
It’s knit from the bottom-up and features i-cord tie at neck.
Uses Aran weight yarn
Designed by Zoe Plumridge
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#2. My Secret Little Crop Knitting Pattern
The piece is worked from the bottom up until the underarm. Stitches are bound off for the underarms and back, and then the front is worked flat.
Uses two strands of fingering weight yarn held together to create DK weight
Designed by Jessie Maed Designs, Image by KatieHerrod
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#3. Vivien Halter Knitting Pattern
The Vivien Halter is knitted from the bottom up starting with the twisted rib band in the round. Her body is then knitted in stockinette with gradual increases to accommodate your bust. Her back is then ribbed and cast off, at which point her front gets your full attention.
Working flat from this point, the centre peekaboo window is added first, by binding off centre stitches, then the left and right sides are worked separately and the side windows are created before all remaining front stitches are added back to the needle to create the neckband.
Uses sport weight yarn
Designed by Ponder and Ply
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#4. Gemini Moon Crop Halter Knitting Pattern
The Gemini Moon crop was created during Gemini season, a time for fun and mischief! This top represents the duality of the Gemini twins by incorporating both knitting and crochet techniques – opposite sides of the fiber arts coin.
This garment can be worked in DK weight or fingering held double, and is sleeveless and cropped with a high neck. Yarn-overs create a fishnet edge to allow for a simple single crochet and slip stitch trim. Several modifications are given for different back styles and different lengths. Embrace the duality and have fun with it!
Note: The duplicate stitch/intarsia chart for the eye shown on the sample in photo 1 is provided for free along with the pattern!
Uses DK weight yarn
Designed by Disco Stitch
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#5. Luxora Halter Free Knitting Pattern
Luxora is a racerback crop top that knits up quick. Wear it as an airy camisole or rock it on its own with your favorite high waist bottoms.
Working top down, you’ll basically make three triangles, then join them at the bust to begin working in the round. After casting off, i-cord straps are picked up from the fronts and joined at the back.
There are a couple different increase methods used in this pattern. For the fronts, you can use a simple make 1 increase. For the back, the instructions say to “knit into stitch X times.” I recommend using the kfb (knit front back) method. See blog post for links to videos of these techniques.
Uses light fingering weight yarn
Designed by Bitchcraft
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#6. Pyrite Tank Knitting Pattern
The sculpted lines of this high neck tank add sophistication and refinement for an ultra-polished look. Whether it’s made cropped or full length, this piece is a chic addition to any summer wardrobe.
Uses worsted weight yarn
Designed by Alexandra Tavel
Get Lion Brand 24/7 Cotton Yarn for this project - also available as a KIT
#7. Wheat Top Knitting Pattern
The wheat top is a perfect lacy summer top. Knitted in the round from the bottom up with an easily memorized chart.
Just below the bust, the front is worked with a new chart to make it less see through. Then the underarms and back piece are placed on hold separately. The front piece is worked back and forth while decreasing by placing those sts on hold as well. The back piece is then worked in a similar way, but split into two panels for a beautiful keyhole opening. The keyhole opening is given an i-cord. Then all the sts on hold are made live and an i-cord bind off follows from the center of one underarm, up around the front piece, down and up the other underarm, across the back. Lastly, an i-cord bottom edge is worked, i-cord straps are made and affixed.
Uses DK weight yarn
Designed by Lina Lovdal
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#8. Drawstring Camisole Free Knitting Pattern
This halter features the effortless stockinette stitch and includes neat hems and a no-fuss tie to secure the top.
With its beautiful drape, the Drawstring Camisole is a stunningly simple design and a very special knit!
Uses fingering weight yarn
Designed by Purl Soho
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#9. Coachella Halter Free Knitting Pattern
Coachella is hot! The dry heat of the Coachella Valley desert in Southern California inspired this cool racerback tank. Knit in a slightly looser-than-specified gauge, the construction of this tank beats the heat with a draped neckline and a mostly bare back. A perfect look for basking by the pool in Palm Springs or for rocking the Coachella Valley Music Festival down in Indio.
The placement and shape of the armholes distort the front of the piece when worn to create a curved, draped neckline. The front edge of the armholes should fall at approximately the middle of your armpit on either side.
The garment is designed to accommodate a halter bra; you might also be able to find racerback bras that fit under this top without showing.
Uses worsted weight yarn
Designed by Fathom Harvill
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#10. Napanee Halter Knitting Pattern
A versatile halter top, of thoughtful design, seamless construction, with adjustable self ties. Perfect for layering, sunning your shoulders or for jumping in the lake.
Uses aran weight yarn
Designed by Tara-Lynn Morrison
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I hope you have enjoyed this roundup of 10 great women’s halter knitting patterns!
Which one will you knit first? Let me know in the comments below and don't forget to share your favorites with friends who may be looking for a new project.
