Free knitting patterns for hats, slippers, baby clothes, shawls, and more that use only one skein or ball of the recommended yarn. Many of the patterns are free. Updated 10/20/25.
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Free Patterns
Ruby Jane Shawl
Crescent shawl knit in stockinette with a vine lace border. Knit with one skein of Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Melanie Mielinger. Available in English and German
Favourite Home Slippers
Cozy adult slippers knit with just one skein of worsted weight yarn. 2 sizes available in the pattern and easily adapted to different foot size. Designed by Sanna Vatanen.
Wee Susan Dress
Baby dress knit in one piece with a full skirt with a little simple lace details. Size 0 to 3 months. Knit with one skein of DK weight yarn. Designed by Taiga Hilliard.
One Ball Triangle Cowl
One skein buttoned neckwarmer knit in seed stitch. Quick knit with one skein of Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Softsweater.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- Get the recommended Malabrigo Rasta Yarn
- See more One Skein Cowl Knitting Patterns
Cwtchy Cable Armwarmers
Fingerless mitts knit with cozy cable and optional thumb openings. Choice of two lengths. Knit with one skein of Sport weight yarn. Designed by Sarah Knight.
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- Get the recommended MillaMia Naturally Soft Merino yarn
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Purl Textured Cardigan
One skein baby cardigan knit flat in 2 row repeat garter ridge texture. Size 0 to 3 months. Rated very easy by Ravelrers. Knit with one skein of DK weight yarn. Designed by Jacqueline Gibb.
Noma Hat
Earflap hat with ties so the flaps can be tied under chin or at crown deerstalker style. 3 Sizes. Knit with one skein of DK weight yarn. Designed by Woolly Wormhead.
Main Character Bag
Easy bag knit in a garter stitch rectangle with an i-cord strap. Size About 9 in. (23 cm) wide x 6 in. (15 cm) tall, not including strap. Knit with one skein of Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Lion Brand.
More Free Patterns
Tiny Teddy Bear
Quick toy softie knit flat in garter stitch and seamed. Perfect last minute baby shower gift or stocking stuffer! Size 15 cm (6 inches) high. Knit with one skein of DK weight yarn. Designed by Esther Kate.
Biggie Braids Beanie
Quick one skein hat knit with cables. Knit with one skein of Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Taylor LaRocco.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- Get the recommended Malabrigo Yarn Rasta yarn at Amazon
- See more One Skein Hat Knitting Patterns
Aqua Drift Shawlette
Small triangular shawl or scarf knit with diamond lace. Knit with one skein of DK weight yarn. Designed by Sanna Vatanen.
Warm Knitted Slippers
Adult-size slipper boots knit flat in garter stitch with just one skein of sock yarn. Sole knit first, then stitches picked up for body, and finished with a back seam. Aikuisten neulotut tossut designed by Sanna Vatanen.
Harwick Shawlette
Easy crescent shaped shawl knit with a triangular lace section at back framed with stockinette. Knit with one skein of Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Taiga Hilliard.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- Get the recommended Madelinetosh Tosh Merino Light yarn
- See more One Skein Shawlette Knitting Patterns
Skinny Cable Scarf
One skein scarf with tapered ends knit with an 8 row repeat statement cable on garter stitch. Any weight yarn. Sample knit with less than one skein of Sport weight yarn. Designed by Reah Janise Kauffman.
Cable Mitts
Fingerless mitts knit with an entwined cable panel on the back. Knit with one skein of Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Reah Janise Kauffman.
Xavia Cowl
Shoulder cozy cowl knit with an 8 round repeat eyelet lace. Knit with one skein of gradient Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Rose Williams.
Patterns for Purchase
Happy Valley Set
Matching cowl and headband knit with easy lace and cables. Designed to use one skein of your favorite fingering yarn. Designed by Lilia Vanini.
Pretty Damsel Gloves
Women's gloves knit with lattice cables on the back and other cable details. Knit with one skein of Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Annico Fiber Arts.
Pebble Beach Shawlette
Crescent shaped shawl drapes beautifully across the shoulders knit with lace and picot bind off. Pictured sample knit from one skein of Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Helen Stewart.
Frivolité Cardigan
Pretty shrug for girls, with a frilled border on body and sleeves knit top down, seamlessly. Sizes 2 to 14 years old. Sizes up to at least 8 years (pictured) knit from one skein of Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Atelier des Glenettes.
Tertiary Cowl
One skein buttoned neck warmer with shell lace on the end and lace triangles on the body. Knit with one skein of Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Tellybean Knits.
Midnight Latte Set
Matching hat and fingerless mitts set knit from one skein of DK weight yarn. Designed by Fran Morgan.
Sienna Ascot Scarf
One skein neck warmer scarf with a keyhole slit to pull the opposite end through for a comfortable, stay in place scarf. Knit in once piece from end to end. Knit with one skein of Aran weight yarn. Designed by Emily Johannes.
