Cruel Summer Bookmark by Louise Bollanos

Cruel Summer Bookmark

Knitting
July 2025
Light Fingering ?
32 stitches and 36 rows = 4 inches
in Stockinette Stitch
US 4 - 3.5 mm
44 yards (40 m)
9'' x 2 ''
English
This pattern is available for free.

DESCRIPTION

Learn how to knit a beautiful lace bookmark inspired by Taylor Swift’s Cruel Summer.

This easy tutorial walks you through the steps—from casting on to finishing—using simple stitches and minimal yarn.

Perfect for beginners and great for stash-busting!

Yarn

Yarn: Fingering weight yarn / 4 Ply (approx. 10g / 40 meters)
Yarn used: Dark Omen Yarn – Merino Sock Mini in Thorn

Tools

Needles: 3.5 mm (US 4) knitting needles
Notions:
Darning needle or tapestry needle
Scissors
Tape measure

Skill Level

Advanced Beginner

Size

9’’ x 2’’