Family Knitting Patterns

These matching patterns make perfect sets for mother and daughter, father and son, or the whole family! And, if you’re just looking for a single project, these patterns cover a wide range of sizes from newborn to adult men!

To get the knitting patterns, scroll down the page to the individual pattern you want and click on the link to that pattern.

These patterns are not my designs but links to other designers who have generously shared their patterns. If you have questions about how to knit a specific pattern, please contact the designer directly.

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Free Knitting Patterns

Mom and Me Shrug

Shrug is knit in one piece and seamed on the sleeves with the flounce edge picked up and knit. Women’s sizes: S – M – L – XL – XXL Girl’s sizes: 5/6 – 7/8 – 9/10 – 11/12 – 13/14 years. Both patterns on the same page — Girl’s pattern is below the Women’s pattern.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get the recommended yarn on Etsy
• See more Easy Shrug Knitting Patterns

Casual Knitted T-Shirts for Mom and Daughter

Excerpted from Mom & Me Knits: 20 Pretty Projects for Mothers and Daughters. These matching casual shirts come with optional front kangaroo pocket below twisted lace stitch columns.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get the recommended yarn on eBay
• Get the book Mom & Me Knits: 20 Pretty Projects for Mothers and Daughters 
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Family Raglan Sweatshirt

This Patons pullover sweater comes in sizes fromchild 4 to adult XL (23-46 in/58.5 to 117 cm chest) so you can knit one for everyone in the family!

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• See more Men’s Knitting Patterns

Barley Hat

Tin Can Knits designed this easy hat pattern that adds style by contrasting panels of garter stitch and stockinette. Sizes for the whole family from Baby to Adult Large. (Looks to me like the baby is wearing their Flax sweater also on this page.)

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• See more Beanie Hat Knitting Patterns

Just Like Mom Pullover

This long-sleeved pullover sweater from Patons features elegant cables with pretty flower-like bobbles. Sizes for 6, 8, and 10 years and adult XS to XL.

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• See more Pullover Sweater Knitting Patterns

Harvest Cardigan

Tin Can Knits designed this easy cardigan sweater for the whole family with garter stitch borders. Sizes for the whole family from 0-6 months to 4XL

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• See more Wrap Cardigan Knitting Patterns

Peruvian Spirit Ponchos

Yarnspirations design features bold, simple geometric pattern. Sizes: child 4-8 yrs or women 32-38 in (81-97 cm) bust.

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Clayoquot Toque

Like father, like son with these matching hats for new baby and proud daddy by Tin Can Knits. This modern fair-isle hat comes in multiple sizes, from Newborn to Adult, so parent and child can be two of a kind at any age! Great stash buster!

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• Shop the Yarn Bargain Bin for DK yarn for this pattern
• See more Stash Buster Knitting Patterns

Family Cable Sweaters

Here’s one for the whole family from Patons! This aran cable pullover sweater comes with options for hood or crew neck and sizes for men, women and children 4-8 years old.

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• See more Little One Hoodie Knitting Patterns
• See more Adult Hoodie Knitting Patterns

Mom and Baby Pullover

What a perfect gift for the new mother! Easy pattern from Bernat for matching pullover sweaters with v-necks in baby and women’s sizes. Baby sizes from 3 months to 18 months. Women’s sizes from XS to 5XL.

• Get the free knitting pattern in women’s sizes
• Get the free knitting pattern in baby sizes
• See more Baby Sweater Knitting Patterns
• See more Women’s Pullover Knitting Patterns

Mom and Me Slippers

These easy cozy slippers look great in multi-color yarn. Three sizes to fit child through adult.

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• Get the recommended yarn at Red Heart
• See more Slipper Knitting Patterns

Pretty Lace Cardigan

This light lace cardigan sweater from Patons comes in sizes for children 4, 6, and 8 years and adult S to XL.

• Get the free knitting pattern in child sizes
• Get the free knitting pattern in adult sizes
• See more Children’s Cardigan Knitting Patterns
• See more Women’s Cardigan Knitting Patterns

Flax Pullover

Tin Can Knits designed this easy pullover sweater with a ribbed neckline and textured panels on the sleeves. Sizes for the whole family from 0-6 months to 4XL

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Deborah Norville Family Hoodies

These ribbed hoodies from Premier Yarns feature front pocket and zipper. Sizes: Child’s 4 (6, 8) or Women’s S (M, L, XL, 2X)

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Swans Island Bulky Hats for the Whole Family

Great beginner hat pattern in chunky yarn designed by Kristen Ashbaugh Helmreich for Jimmy Beans Wool. Sizes from Newborn to Adult XL

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• See more Beanie Knitting Patterns

Amaelfi Icelandic Sweater

Védís Jónsdóttir designed this gorgeous sweater in honor of the 20th Anniversary (“amaelfi”) of Istex yarn. Five color combination options. Sizes: Child 8, 10 & 12 yrs, and Adult S, M, L, XL

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• See more Long Sleeved Pullover Knitting Patterns

Just Me and Mom Ponchos

Yarnspirations matching ponchos feature hoods and fit child 4-8 yrs and women 32″-38″ (81-97 cm) bust.

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• See more Poncho Knitting Patterns

Uljhan Beanie

Designed by DesiLoop, this unisex hat uses 2×2 rib and 1×1 cable to form the pattterns. Sizes Preemie (Newborn, Baby, Toddler, Child/Teen, Small Adult, Large Adult)

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• See more Beanie Hat Knitting Patterns
• See more Baby Hat Knitting Patterns

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Little Flower Hat

Euwelina Murach’s hat is sized for baby, child, and adult sizes and is worked in the round and top down, staring from the center of the flower motif.

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• Shop the Yarn Bargain Bin for DK yarn for this pattern

Dad and Son Cardigan

Aran cardigan with a matching pattern for Dad’s little boy or girl. Adult Sizes from S to XL. Children Sizes 2-6

• Get the free knitting pattern for Dad’s Cardigan
• Get the free knitting pattern for Child’s Cardigan
• Get the recommended yarn on eBay
• See more Knitting Patterns for Men
• See more Child’s Cardigan Knitting Patterns

Patterns for Purchase

Scally Driver’s Cap

This driving or newsboy style cap comes in baby, child, and adult sizes.

• Get the knitting pattern on Etsy
• See more Brimmed Hat Patterns

Crocus Hat

Slouchy hat with allover floral lace motif pattern from KatyTricot. Sizes Toddler (Child, Adult S) Adult M, Adult L

• See more pics and get the knitting pattern on Etsy

Hiver Slouchy Hat and Scarf

A simple slouchy hat with an interesting reversible texture, folded brim and fun I-cord loop on the top. Toddler, Child, Adult sizes

• Get the knitting pattern on Etsy
• See more Slouchy Hat Knitting Patterns

Family Slouch Slippers

These comfy slipper boots are knitted on two needles, so there’s no knitting on the round required. Four sizes including Children aged 4-6, Children aged 8-10 , Women, and Men

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Lacy Cardigan

This beautiful, lacy cardigan features openwork designs that give it a stylish edge while still keeping it feminine and flirty. It’s also the perfect mommy and me pattern because it includes instructions to make one for a 4- to 5-year-old through adult. Options for short or long sleeves

• Get the knitting pattern at Annies
• See more Short Sleeved Cardigan Knitting Patterns

Suzanne Elizabeth Adult and Baby Shrug Cardigans

This lace shrug is knit top down, with the sleeves knit in the round and the edging picked up.

• Get the knitting pattern on Etsy
• Get the recommended yarn on Etsy
• See more Shrug Knitting Patterns

Diagonal Lace Top

The lines on this top make it a slimming and super-flattering design for any body type. It’s also the perfect mommy and me pattern because it includes instructions to make one for a 4-5 year-old through adult. Options for short sleeves or sleeveless.

• Get the knitting pattern at Annies
• See more Tee Knitting Patterns

Cool Wool Hat and Cowl Set

This set is sized for toddler, child, teen and adult and can take one skein of chunky weight yarn. The hat is knitted sideways, using short rows and the cowl is a simple wrap-style neck scarf with a button closure.

• Get the knitting pattern on Etsy
• Get the recommended yarn on eBay
• See more Slouchy Hat Knitting Patterns