Free knitting patterns for blankets knit in squares knit corner to corner diagonally in garter stitch or other stitches. Most patterns are free. Updated 3/15/25
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Free Patterns
Button Quilt
The three dimensional button blocks for this blanket are stuffed stocking stitch circles framed flat garter stitch frames knit on the bias. Ideal stash buster blanket for all those leftover scraps of sock yarn. The buttons could also be sewn together to make blocks, pillows, or bags. Designed by Frankie Brown.
Diagonal Squares Throw
Easy blanket where the yarn does the colorwork for you because it's created of squares knit corner to corner in garter stitch with a multicolored yarn. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Julie Hines for Yarnspirations. A kit is also available.
Pathways Blanket
This is just one of the many ways you can put these versatile blocks together to form a pattern. Squares are knit on the bias in garter stitch with two stripes so they can be put together in mazes, diamonds, zigzags, and more. Designed by Frankie Brown. Pictured project by nkfoster21
Megan's Counterpane
Counterpane blanket created of four squares knit on the bias with a leaf motif at the center corner surrounded by diamond and other lace, as well as bobbles and other texture. Designed by Megan Mills. Pictured project by emmasark
Knitter's Choice Striped Blanket
Just four diagonally striped squares can create a variety of different blankets just by assembling in different ways. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Ksenia Naidyon for Purl Soho.
Half and Half Blanket
Easy eye-catching graphic blanket created with garter stitch squares worked in corner to corner half in bold solid colors and half in stripes. Worsted weight yarn. Patchwork Blanket designed by Yarnspirations Design Studio.
Easy C2C Squares Blanket
Stash buster blanket created from corner-to-corner garter stitch squares knit in three colors or two colors. DK weight yarn. Designed by Rosina Plane.
Secret Garden Baby Blanket
Baby blanket created with blocks knit diagonally and then assembled in counterpane style. Blanket inspired by The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett with a brick pattern border to represent the garden wall and moss stitch paths between the knit flower beds. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Frankie Brown.
Sequoia Blanket
Blocks are knit diagonally with stripes of color and different stitch textures and then assembled to create a geometric design. Size 45in x 45in. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Manos del Uruguay.
Multicolor Baby Throw
Easy baby blanket constructed of diagonal striped, solid, and half and half squares knit on bias with garter stitch. Designed for 11 colors, it's perfect stash busting leftover yarn. Size About 31 x 37 in. (79 x 94 cm). Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Lion Brand.
More Free Patterns
Sunset Diamonds Afghan
Easy blanket created of squares knit on bias with garter stitch with contrasting color on two points that form diamonds when the squares are assembled. Designed for 7 colors, it's perfect stash busting leftover yarn. Size About 40 1/2 x 54 in. (103 x 137 cm). Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Irina Poludnenko for Lion Brand.
Four Corners Blanket
Easy baby blanket knit in four squares of garter stitch knit corner to corner in self-striping yarn to form a colorful pattern when joined. Size Approx. 38" [96.5 cm] square. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Caron. Pictured projects by designer and Miguelpantspi
Four Square Baby Afghan
Baby blanket created from four blocks knit on the bias in garter stitch in self-striping yarn so it creates diagonal stripes. Knitting in two shades and assembled as shown creates a three-dimensional optical illusion effect. Size About 35 x 35 in. (89 x 89 cm). DK weight yarn. Designed by Bobbie Fitzgerald. A kit is also available.
Fall Foliage Blanket
Autumn leaf design is formed by squares knit diagonally in garter stitch and assembled. Size Approx 45” x 60” [114.5 x 152.5 cm]. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Caron. A kit is also available.
Mountain Peaks Blanket
Easy modular blanket that creates a mountain range landscape of garter stitch squares knit corner to corner. Rated suitable for beginner. Designed for 6 colors, it's perfect for stash busting. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Caron. A kit is also available.
Diamond Stripes Blanket
Blanket knit with diagonal garter stitch stripes in 4 blocks that are then assembled to form a diamond design. Finished Size: Approx 50 x 60" [127 x 152.5 cm]. Designed for at 12 colors, it's a great stashbuster for leftover yarn! Super bulky yarn. Designed by Bernat.
Kitty Corner Blanket
Blanket made from garter stitch squares pieced together to form cat silhouettes. Squares are knit diagonally corner to corner - hence the pattern name. Great stashbuster and portable probject. DK weight yarn. Designed by Lynai Designs. May only be free a limited time.
Carpenter or Woven Star Baby Blanket
Inspired by classic quilting patterns, this blanket is knit in garter stitch in square pieces. Great for on the go; each square is worked corner to corner with increases and decreases, no stranded color work. Great stashbuster for leftover yarn and great portable project! Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Daerva Zarakh. Pictured projects by designer and bavery
Diagonal Squares Afghan
Modular blanket created with squares of diagonal stripes knit in garter stitch and sewn together. Great stashbuster for leftover yarn and great portable project! Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Irina Poludnenko for Lion Brand.
Patterns for Purchase
Funky Patchwork Afghan
Blanket of diamond motifs created of two color blocks worked corner to corner and then joined together. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Loose Loop Patterns
686 Leaves and Lines Afghan
Counterpane blanket adorned with embossed leaves, eyelets and textured ridges,constructed from bias-knit squares. Try laying them out in different arrangements for totally different looks. Designed by Kirsten Hipsky
Flowery Patchwork Afghan
Blanket created of two color blocks with flower blossoms worked corner to corner and then joined together. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Loose Loop Patterns
About Turn Blanket
Easy yet dramatic design created from two color garter stitch squares knit on the bias and then assembled to create the design. It would be very impressive hanging on your wall or for use as an afghan. The original afghan was made using Chunky (Bulky) weight yarn but the instructions explain how to make it in any yarn of your choice. Designed by Woolly Thoughts
Quilt-Inspired Modular Knit Afghans Pattern Book
These 6 easy blanket knitting patterns inspired by traditional and modern quilt designs make great portable knitting projects and can be customized to any size you want. Designs use worsted-weight yarn and range from sizes 48" to 58" square.
