Knitting patterns for pullover sweaters, tees, and vests knit flat in one piece. Most patterns are free. Updated 10/12/26
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Free Patterns
Anna Crop Top
Long-sleeved pullover sweater knit flat in one piece with trim at hem and boat neck that extends down the sleeves for extra interest. No picking up stitches. Web version is free. Sizes: XS to 4X. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Wiam's Crafts.
Ladder Sleeve Pullover
Easy sweater with shaped hem and peekaboo panel down sleeves knit flat sideways in one piece from cuff to cuff. No picking up of stitches. Sizes 33 to 50.5". Quick knit in Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by JoJo Knits.
Asymmetrical Pullover
Easy garter stitch sweater with slanted hem knit flat sideways in one piece from sleeve to sleeve. No picking up of stitches. 2 Sizes though it looks like it would be easy to adapt to other sizes. Quick knit in Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Dorothy Jacobs.
Batwing Pullover
Sweater knit flat sideways in one piece from cuff to scuff. Stitches are picked up for the ribbed hems and knit flat before seaming. Sizes: 72 to 137 cm / 29" to 54". DK weight yarn. Designed by Saprotex International Design Studio.
Dania Cropped Sweater
Pullover knit flat sideways in one piece from sleeve to sleeve with cables running from cuff through the neckline to the other cuff. It looks like there is no picking up of stitches. Sizes: XS to 5XL. DK weight yarn. Designed by Amy Gunderson.
Cropped Drop Stitch Pullover
Sweater knit flat in one piece sideways from cuff to cuff with drop stitch details on sleeves and neckline. Sizes: XS/S (M/L, 1X/2X). Quick knit in Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Vladimir Teriokhin for Lion Brand.
Cozy Crop
Easy pullover sweater knit flat in one piece in classic t-sweater construction with a garter stitch square detail for interest. No picking up stitches. One Size. Quick knit in Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Spotlight.
Peerie Plaid Vest
Slip stitch colorwork using only one color per row makes knitting this plaid easier than it looks. This vest is worked flat in one piece. Only the armhole ribbing stitches are picked up. Sizes XS to 5X. DK weight yarn. Designed by Sharon Barnes for Knitty.
Conch Top
Sleeveless top knit flat in one piece in a unique shell shape that creates diagonal stripes. Knit with a 1 row repeat rib. No picking up stitches. Sizes S to L. DK weight yarn. Designed by Jytte Slente.
More Free Patterns
Natte Pullover
Sweater with braided lace sleeves and boatneck is knit flat sideways from cuff to cuff in one piece. No picking up stitches. Web version is free. Sizes: XS to 3X. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Kaitlin Barthold.
Loucinda Top
Tee top knit flat sideways in one piece with a unique ribbed yoke and eyelet body. It looks like there is no picking up stitches. I love the look of this top though the instructions may be a little complex. Sizes: 32 in to 50 in. Sport weight yarn. Designed by Käte Stödter for Schachenmayr. Available in English, Dutch, French
Easy Lace Shoulder Top
Sleeveless top knit flat in one piece with 8 row repeat lace yoke and stockinette body, then seamed at sides. Instructions on how to customize size are given, but specific sizes are not, so it does take some swatching and calculations. Great stash buster for Fingering weight yarn. Designed by gabriella fallonet.
Fairycore Mesh Shrug
Pullover shrug knit flat in one piece with a 4 row repeat eyelet lace. No picking up stitches! Two sizes. Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Bernat.
Brighton T-Shirt
Easy tee top knit sideways flat in one piece with a faux English rib yoke. No picking up stitches. Sizes 84 to 136 cm / 33 to 53.5” chest. Sport weight yarn. Designed by Cristiane Bertoluci.
Sunray Panels Shrug
Pullover shrug knit flat in one piece with an 8 row repeat Sunray chevron lace. No picking up stitches! Two sizes. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Red Heart.
Quadrat Sweater
Pullover sweater with cable yoke and sleeves knit sideways flat in one piece from cuff to cuff. No picking up stitches. Sweater features kimono sleeves and boatneck, while the horizontal cable pattern adds visual interest. Sizes: XS to 3X. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Beautia Dew for Knitty.
Newport Shrug
Loose flowing pullover sweater with instructions to knit in three lengths: cropped as shown, waist length, or hip length. Knit flat in one piece with openings for the neck and shoulders, and then seamed at wrist to form sleeves. Designed by Martha Lyons. Worsted weight yarn.
Espenson Tee
Caftan style tee top knit flat in one easy piece side to side, and seamed up sides to create armholes. No picking up stitches. Designed for 2 colorways of variegated yarn that forms a vertical stripe pattern, but you can use mini skeins, one colorway, or solids. Bust 60 to 80” (designed to be very oversized and drapey). Designed by Cirilia Rose for Berroco. Worsted weight yarn. Rated very easy by Ravelrers.
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Chevron Lace Top
Knit flat in one piece with a 4 row repeat openwork lace stitch, this pullover sweater is a beautiful layering piece. Adaptable size. It's all in the stitch designed by Angie Burger. DK weight yarn.
Patterns for Purchase
Sideways Ribbed Top
Simple ribbed tops, knitted all in one piece, sideways from cuff to cuff. 5 different versions of different lengths and different sleeves. Suitable for a beginner Knitter. Sizes To fit chest/bust: 80 (90, 100, 110)cm. DK weight yarn. Designed by Jo Sharp
To A Tee Knitted Top
Short-sleeved pullover tee knit flat in one piece in garter ridge stitch. Sizes 28 to 54" / 71 to 137 cm. Aran weight yarn.
South Beach Sweater
Easy colorful striped pullover knit sideways in one piece from cuff to cuff with lacy eyelet and elongated garter stitches. It does look like the neckline is finished in the round. Sizes 32 to 54" / 81 to 137 cm. Designed for 6 colors, it's a great stash buster for DK weight yarn.
