Free knitting Patterns knit with one skein of Worsted weight yarn including beanies, cowls, mitts, scarves, and more. One skein is defined as 100g. Many of the patterns are free. Updated 5/5/24
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Free Patterns
Vanilla Chai Cup Cozies
A trio of three different cable coffee cup cozies. Knit all three with one 100g skein of Worsted Weight Yarn. Designed by Alexandra Frankel
Apoorva Baby Vest
Baby and child sized vest knit seamlessly in the round with a central lace panel that features the double herringbone mesh stitch. Sizes Preemie to 2 years use one 100g skein of Worsted Weight Yarn (designer used 2 50g skeins). Additional sizes 3 years to 6 years use 150g. Apoorva means “unique” and the designer Jayalakshmi M H named the design after her baby girl.
Cold Pine Shawl
Triangular lace shawlette knit with one skein 180 - 200 yards (165 - 183 m) of Worsted Weight Yarn. Designed by Caitlin ffrench. Pictured project by Izamight
Breezy Daze Scarf
Light lace scarf perfect for a spring fashion accessory or wearing indoors in cold temperatures. Knit with an 8 row repeat lace stitch. Uses one skein 100 grams of Worsted Weight Yarn. Designed by Susie Bonell
Monty Teddy Bear
Teddy bear stuffie knit in basic stitches with less than one skein 95 - 100 yards (87 - 91 m) of Worsted Weight Yarn. Size 26cm / 10 inches. Designed by Claire Montgomerie
Landon Baby Top
I have a great nephew named Landon so how could I resist this sleeveless baby top or vest. Knit flat in one piece from the bottom up with biased garter stitch and straps with button fastening. Sizes Newborn to 12 months use one skein 100g of Worsted Weight Yarn. Additional sizes 13 months to 24 months uses 2 skeins. Designed by Amy Palmer for Berroco
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- Get the recommended Berroco Comfort yarn (sample in Dutch Teal)
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South Marysburgh Slippers
Tailored slippers that knit up quickly, have a flexible length, and include an optional edging that is easily customized. 4 sizes. Uses one skein 100 - 120 yards (91 - 110 m) of Worsted Weight Yarn. Designed by sam lamb
Blossoms by the Brook Shawl
One skein lace shawlette with a triangle shape and long tapered ends. Pictured version used one skein 100g of Worsted Weight Yarn 250 yards (229 m). Designed by Ilga Leja for Knitty
Fingerless Mitts with a Flap
Mitts/mittens hybrid with a flap you can put over your fingers to keep them warm and fold back to leave your fingers free for your phone or other uses. A button holds the flap in place when not in use. Uses just one skein 3 oz of Worsted Weight Yarn. Designed by Craft Bindings
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Lace Cap
Light slouchy hat knit with a diagonal lace that's perfect for transitional weather. Uses one skein of Worsted Weight Yarn. Designed by Schachenmayr. Available in English, Dutch, French, German
Pewter Mitts
Cable fingerless mitts in a variety of sizes that uses just one skein 80 - 140 yards (73 - 128 m) of Worsted Weight Yarn. Sizes Child M to Men's L. Designed by Alecia Hornfeldt
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- Get the recommended Cascade 220 yarn
- See more One Skein Fingerless Mitts Knitting Patterns
Diagonal Lace Cowl
Easy one skein cowl knit flat with a 6 row repeat that's a perfect lightweight accessory for transitional weather. If you'd rather have a scarf, just don't graft when you're done. Uses 100g of Worsted Weight Yarn. Designed by Plymouth Yarn.
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- Get the recommended Plymouth Yarn Sea Isle Cotton yarn
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Man Needs Hat
Easy hat knit with an 8 round repeat grid texture. Uses one skein 140 yards (128 meters) of any Worsted Weight Yarn. Designed by Hanna Maciejewska.
Accent Pillows
Two pillows, each knit with one 100g skein of Worsted weight yarn. Square Cables Pillow is knit with an 8 round repeat cable design and is 12 inches square. Spiral Star Pillow is a round lace pillow and is 14 inches. Designed by Uyvonne Bigham.
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Easy and Lacy Baby Bolero
Baby shrug knit flat in one rectangle with a 6 row repeat lace framed with ribbing and then seamed. Sizes 3-6 months, 6-18 months, 2-4 years. Uses one skein 93 to 135 Yards of Worsted Weight Yarn. Designed by Christy Hills.
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- Buy the pattern with adult sizes and more child sizes
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The Photographer Hat
Easy one skein hat knit with a 2 row repeat rib. Uses 160 Yards of Worsted Weight Yarn. Designed by Lavanya Patricella.
Kilnave Leg Warmers
One skein boot liners knit with an 8 row repeat Celtic braid cable cuff. Uses 1 skein 100g of Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Asita Krebs.
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- Get the recommended Malabrigo Rios yarn at Amazon
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Rising Sun Shawl
One skein shawlette knit with an 8 row repeat zigzag texture with an 8 row repeat zigzag arrow lace border. Use more yarn to make a larger shawl. Pictured sample used 1 skein 284 yds [260 m] / 100g of Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Zsuzsa Kiss.
Patterns for Purchase
Sheet Slippers
Quick slippers with lace detail on top. Uses just one skein of Worsted weight yarn. Sizes 32/33 - 46/47 Adult Women and Men. Designed by Eda of EdaItKnits.
Allotment Hat
One skein hat in three styles, fold up brim, a relaxed fit and a slouch. 3 Sizes. Uses one skein 200 - 220 yards (183 - 201 m) of Worsted yarn. Designed by virginia sattler-reimer
Lattice and Purl Cowl
Garter stitch and lace cowl is a quick project worked in one skein of worsted weight yarn (210 yards). The cowl is worked in the round with the lace lattice design being repeated three times. Every second row is knit, making this a fast and easy project to complete. Designed by Michelle Krause.
Adornment Scarf
Reversible diamond lace scarf suitable for all weights of yarn. It is easily resized by adding or removing lace repeats. Pictured scarf used one skein of Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Heather Grant
- See more pics and get the knitting pattern on Lovecrafts
- Get the recommended Malabrigo Yarn Worsted yarn
Graceful Slippers
Easy slippers knit flat that uses a drawstring bow to hug the feet, creating a very flattering fit. Versions for worsted weight and bulky weight. Worsted weight uses just one skein. Sizes Ladies’ Small (US shoe size 5 - 8) and Ladies’ Large (US shoe size 8.5 - 12). Designed by Talena Winters.
Double Twist Beanie
Hat knit with a 2 row repeat with one skein of worsted weight yarn in sizes from child 2 years to adult large. Instructions to knit flat or in the round. Designed by RedBasketCrafts.com
Kelly Keyhole Scarf
Pull through scarf knit with a cable and lace design. Uses one skein of worsted weight yarn. Designed by Emily J. Designs - Girlpower Knits
Heart Fingerless Mitts
Fingerless mitts in sizes from toddler to adult. Instructions are given in both chart and written format. Designed by Ewelina Murach. Uses one skein 77 - 120 yards (70 - 110 m)of Worsted weight yarn.
Last Minute Slippers
Quick slippers with a cable panel on top, knit with one skein of Worsted yarn. The toe is worked in the round; the rest of the slipper is worked flat, with the cable panel both written and charted. Last Minute Travel Slippers designed by Elizabeth Elliott.
