Free brioche knitting patterns for hats, scarves, sweaters, shawls, cardigans, blankets, cowls, and more. Many of the patterns are free. Updated 10/13/25
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Free Patterns
ShareCare Hat
Reversible unisex hat knit in gorgeous brioche stitch. DK weight yarn. Designed by Raina Kruus.
Manuia Shawl
Reversible asymmetrical triangle shawl knit with 2 color brioche. Designed by Julia-Maria Hegenbart. Available in English, Dutch, French, German
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Pocket Full of Posy Blanket
Blanket knit with a 4 row repeat brioche stitch using a main color and 18 contrasting colors. This looks like a great start to learning brioche. The blanket is designed for mini skeins but could also be a great stash buster and use for leftover yarn. Finished Dimensions: 38 inches wide x 52 inches long. It looks like it's easily customizable. Designed by Purl Soho. Fingering weight yarn.
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Brioche Keyhole Scarf
Reversible Rodekool keyhole scarf was designed by Nancy Marchant. Pictured project by LilyLilyLily
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Brioche Cardigan
Swingy jacket knit flat in two-color brioche rib with a 4 row repeat. Sizes To fit bust sizes: 36 to 44 inches. DK weight yarn. 16 Jacket in Lana Grossa Silkhair.
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Brioche Cable Cowl
This reversible cowl features a brilliant contrast between variegated yarn and a neutral black or gray. Worsted yarn. Designed by Vanessa Ewing for Plymouth yarn.
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Allan Gardens Brioche Shawl
Elegant rectangular shawl with a floral motif in 2 color brioche. Designed by Katherine Poole-Fournier for Patons. DK weight yarn.
BriocheStarter Hat
Easy reversible hat knit with 2 color brioche in a 2 round repeat. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Raina Kruus.
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Light and Shadow Blanket
Two-color brioche version of the tumbling blocks design with an amazing 3D effect. The pattern includes instructions for a triangular shawl or a square baby blanket. Fingering weight yarn. LuS Licht und Schatten designed by Edith "dieDita" Frank. Available in English and German/ Pictured project by Rikered
Scrivadelly Cowl
Triangular bandana cowl knit with brioche leaf patterns. Designed by Robynn Weldon for Knitty.
Streifzug (Ramble) Sweater
Turtle neck A-Line pullover with with stripes worked as a variation of two color Brioche using only 1 color per round. Sizes Bust: 80 cm - 118 cm. Designed by Edith Frank. Available in English and German
Buttress Hat
Reversible brioche hat with swirling lace columns twisting around the crown. Inspired by the architectural element, flying buttress, which supports the main vault of gothic cathedrals. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Marie Petra.
Magma Shawl
Reversible two-color brioche triangular asymmetric shawl inspired by iris flowers. Sport weight yarn. Designed by Marie Petra. Pictured project by dragonflyfibers. Available in English and Czech
Willow Cowl
Reversible brioche cowl with a turtleneck collar and broad base to cover the shoulders and fit under jackets. Designed by Elaine Phillips for Knitty. Fingering weight yarn.
Schraffur Cardigan
Women's open front cardigan knit with stripes of two color Brioche at the bottom and collar. The unique look of the stripes in the sample is achieved by using a contrast color that incorporates the solid yarn color in its colorway. Knitted seamlessly top down. Sizes S to XXL. DK weight yarn. Designed by Edith "dieDita" Frank. Available in English and German
Cushy Cable Reversible Scarf or Loop
Two color brioche cable reversible scarf with a button so you can loop round your neck and hold in place. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Marcy New for skacel
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Two Way Dress
Reversible baby and child dress knit in two colors with a 2 round repeat brioche stitch. 2 strands of Fingering weight yarn. Sizes 6 months to 6 years. Designed by Anna and Heidi Pickles.
Channeled Colors Brioche Scarf or Cowl
Easy reversible scarf knit sideways with 2 colors in a 2 row repeat. Knit flat for a scarf or in the round for a cowl. Suitable for women and men. Use a multicolored or self-striping yarn for one of the colors for extra easy color dimension. Designed by Marcy New for Skacel. DK weight yarn.
Blue Sea Blanket
Brioche waves form an ocean on this blanket inspired by Japanese sashiko embroidery and the traditional seigaiha wave motif. Size: 48 inches/122 cm width x 62 inches/158 cm length. Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Kimberly Kalnoki for Knitty
Ariadne Gauntlet
A gauntlet style fingerless glove knit with brioche and lace leaf pattern. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Lollipop Guild Yarns.
Thesis
Designed by Hadley Jolley, this reversible hat combines double-knitting and two-color brioche stitch,
Peacock Shawl
Reversible half-circle shawl with brioche peacock feathers. Sport weight. Designed by Happy Knitter.
Hello Sunshine Blanket
Great for stash busting! This reversible blanket is knit with two-color Brioche or Fisherman's Rib in 4 row repeats. 2 Sizes. Designed for 5 colors it's great for stash DK weight yarn. Designed by Kate Harvie for Knitty.
Wondrous Wrap
Moebius shoulder cozy shawl knit with a variegated yarn and contrasting solid in brioche in a 2 round repeat. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Gladys We for Knitty
Whitecaps Wrap
Rectangular wrap inspired by the ebb and flow of waves with foam-topped crests knit with two-color lace brioche Skewed Squares. DK weight yarn. Designed by Yiğitcan / Pufido.
Free as a Bird Feathers
Two color brioche decorative feathers that can be used as ornaments, appliques, bookmarks, and jewelry. Great for variegated yarn. Samples knit with Fingering weight. Size 4 inches / 10 cm long. Designed by Kajsa Vuorela Fredriksson.
Brioche Basix Scarf
A great first brioche project, this reversible scarf is knit with two color brioche and finished with i-cord. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Susanne Sommer. Pictured project by Oliviasherwood. Available in English and German
Brioche Lapghan Blanket
Quick easy two color lap blanket knit with sections of 4 row repeat syncopated brioche and 4 row repeat bee stitch. Quick knit in Super Bulky weight yarn. Size Approx 35½" x 44" [ 90 x 112 cm]. Designed by Bernat.
Luti Hood
Unisex, loose fit adult hood knit with brioche stitch and an i-cord drawstring around the face to tighten when you need extra coziness. Designed by Anna Dębska. DK weight yarn.
Horizon Brioche Cowl
The combination of solid and multi-color yarn adds extra dimenion to this Brioche stitch cowl by Julie Hines.
Light and Shadow Shawl
Shawl knit from tip to base in a two-color brioche version of the tumbling blocks design with an amazing 3D effect. The pattern includes instructions for a triangular shawl or a square baby blanket. Fingering weight yarn. LuS Licht und Schatten designed by Edith "dieDita" Frank. Available in English and German. Pictured project by vesalia
Triple Ruff Cowl
Easy cowl knit in three sections of 2 color brioche knit with 2 round repeats. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Lion Brand.
Brioche Baby Booties
Blue Steps – Baby Booties are knit in brioche tuck rib in fingering yarn. Designed by Regina Willer. Pictured project by bine. Available in English, German, Italian, and Spanish.
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Brioche Yarn Cozy
The Fiberista Yarn Cozy keeps your yarn cake neat and is the perfect perfect project for a first-time brioche knitter. Great use for scrap yarn! Designed by Ariane Gallizzi. Pictured projects by designer and LovelyJezebel
Trifasic Cowl
Squishy cowl knit in 3 sections: ribbing, 2-color brioche and lace. Designed by Jennifer Callahan.
Patterns for Purchase
Circinae Shawl
This top-down, center-out crescent-shaped shawl features columns of brioche that fan outward like feathers on a bird’s wing. This pattern is written to make the most of a gradient yarn, regardless of its yardage. Simply keep going until you are about to run out of yarn. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Carissa Browning.
Diagonale Poncho
Pullover poncho open at sides and buttoned together knit in 2 color brioche-tuck featuring a brioche “cable” traveling from one side of the piece to the other Sizes 30 (34, 38, 42, 46, 50)”. DK weight yarn. Designed by Paola Albergamo.
Obsession Brioche Hat
Reversible hat knit in 2 color brioche and cables. Instructions for a cloche shaped hat (bottom) and sun hat with wide brim (top - notes on Etsy page). Designed by Dejana Knezevic. The designer also sells the finished hats.
Briocherie Sweater
Reversible squishy brioche fabric, layered colors and little details: this raglan pullover has it all. Sweater is worked seamlessly from the top down with flattering waist shaping and asymmetrical side detail. Sizes 33” to 71" / 84 cm to 180.5cm. Designed by Kate Oates.
Dendritic Triangle
Brioche design inspired by the dendritic branching of growing plants and ferns in an equilateral triangle. One Size (Adjustable): Equilateral Triangle with sides of 14 in/35.6 cm. Pictured is a group of 4 used as a wall hanging, but you can also hang just one, or possibly use for blankets or pillows as well! Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Julia Decker.
Cloud in the Sky Leg Warmers
Leg warmers with a beautiful cable-like brioche pattern knit in reversible two color brioche. The pattern includes both charts and written instructions. DK weight yarn. Designed by Maria Molodova
Floret Shawl
Botanically inspired trapezoid shaped shawl/wrap knit with a dramatic brioche flower edging on a brioche leaf and lace body. Designed by HandmaineKnits.
Cuairteagan Brioche Cowl
Reversible infinity scarf knit with two color brioche faux cable in twists and turns that inspired its name Cuairteagan which means swirl or vortex in Scottish Gaelic. Two sizes long or short. Includes five pages of photo tutorials. Designed by Liz Corke.
Brioche Cowl and Headband
Learn how to knit brioche cables with this pattern for matching headwrap and neckwarmer. Pattern includes more than 75 pictures with step by step instructions. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by LiliaCraftParty
Brioche Set Cowl and Hat
This set is designed especially for beginners that want to learn brioche or experienced knitters that just want to knit a fast and warm hat and cowl! Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Lavanya Patricella
Beyond the Pines Hat and Cowl
Reversible hat and cowl with picot hem in beautiful brioche stitch featuring pine trees on one side and graphic design on the reverse. The cowl is long enough to wrap around your neck twice. Sizes Toddler (Child, Adult S) Adult M. Sport weight yarn. Designed by KatyTricot
Half Moon Oracle Shawl
A combination of two-color brioche and a simple chevron lace motif creates a stunning half-pi shawl. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Voolenvine
Deco Angel Shawl
Symmetrical triangular shawl worked top down using a combination of two-color brioche stitch and two-color garter stitch to create the pattern. 2 sizes. Designed by Julia Decker. DK weight yarn. Pictured projects by designer and missmc73
Cowltopus
Get kraken and knit this hooded cowl balaclava in brioche. Designed by NelkinDesigns
Ternary Blanket
Two-color brioche pattern that uses modular equilateral triangles to construct a hexagonal blanket. 3 sizes. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Julia Decker
