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Sulam Shawl
Free for a Limited Time Not sure how long this is free. Long, rectangular shawl knit with an eight-row pattern repeat that is easily memorized. Originally designed for three colors, it can be worked in just one color, or add more colors for an even longer wrap. Sulam is the Hebrew word for ladder, which seems fitting for a pattern that features a Jacob’s Ladder cable. Sport weight yarn. Designed by Janica York Carter for Expression Fiber Arts.
- Get the Sulam Shawl knitting pattern. Just add to cart and complete checkout without payment info to receive the download.
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May Flowers Baby Blanket
Free until April 15, 2021 Circular baby blanket is knit repeating each row in the round. Rows 1 – 102 are completed five times in the round, while rows 103 - 150 are completed 10 times in the round. DK weight yarn. Designed by Grid Mammal Crafts.
Tulip Fields
Free until April 30, 2021 Hat with a floral colorwork design loosely based on a 16th century cross stitch sampler border inspired by the rows and rows of tulips about to bloom! Designed by Willow Dawn.
- Get the Tulip Fields Hat knitting pattern. Click "Buy Now" on the pattern page and, if the offer is still good, the price will be zeroed out.
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Lace Shawl
Free for a Limited Time Not sure how long this is free. Triangular shawl with lace border. Kits are also available. Designed by Denae Merril for Darn Good Yarn.
Darcy Shawl
Free for a Limited Time Not sure how long this is free. Crescent shaped lace shawl. DK weight yarn. Designed by Jane Vanselous for Expression Fiber Arts.
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Camarondonta Shawl
Free for a Limited Time Not sure how long this is free. This circular shawl swirls with lace designs reminiscent of both ocean movement and the intricate patterning of sea urchin fossils. Based on Elizabeth Zimmerman’s marvelous pi shawl concept, just six increase rounds (most at the beginning) let you enjoy lace knitting without the worry of an ever-changing stitch count. Designed by Janica York Carter for Expression Fiber Arts.
- Get the Camarondonta Shawl knitting pattern. Just add to cart and complete checkout without payment info to receive the download.
- See the Ravelry page
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Swatchy the Cap
Web page version still free - Free until Jan 15, 2021 Beanie hat knit in ribbing. 3 Sizes To fit up to a 21”, {23”, 25”} diameter head. Designed by Grid Mammal Crafts.
Cactus Ornament
Still free for now Holiday tree ornament includes a white pot with a green barrel cactus. The flower is created with a fringe on the top. 4 inches. Fingering weight yarn. Great stashbuster. Designed by Lorri Ann Romesberg.
Enez Brannec Cardigan
Still Free for Now If you are looking for simple, brainless project, this open cardigan might be the answer for you. You will be knitting back and forth on straight needles and basically making rectangles, without sewing. Worsted weight yarn.Designed by Hinterm Stein.
Inez Sweater
Still free for now - Free until Dec 31, 2020 Long-sleeved pullover with v-neck, rolled edges and cabled decreases along the armholes and neckline. Designed by Elsebeth Lavold.
Love and Lace Shawl
Free for a Limited Time Not sure how long this is free. Rectangular shawl knit with a 2 row repeat lace pattern. Designed by Expression Fiber Arts.
- Get the Love and Lace Shawl knitting pattern. Just add to cart and complete checkout without payment info to receive the download.
- See the Ravelry page
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Wings of a Prayer Shawl
Free until there is a Covid-19 cure/vaccine. Lace half circle shawl. 3 sizes Small, Medium, Large and XLarge Designed by Kristi Holaas. Pictured projects by designer and alpach
Plumose Yoke Jumper
Free during the pandemic Pullover sweater with colorwork yoke knit seamlessly in the round from the top-down. Sizes Chest measurements - Women’s (30.75, 33, 36.75, 39)(42, 45, 47.25, 49.75)(52, 54.25, 56.75, 59.75)“/(76.5, 82.5, 91.5, 97.5)(105, 112.5, 118.5, 124)(130, 136, 141.5, 149)cm and Men’s (34, 37.75, 40, 43, 44.75)(47.75, 50.75, 53.75, 56, 59)“/(85, 94, 100, 1 Designed by Laura Barkla.
Lace Shawl
Still Free for Now. Free until September 1, 2020 Shawl with sections of lace, garter stitch, and eyelets. Designed by Stephanie Voyer.
Held Together Hat
Still free for now. Free until August 2, 2020 Beanie trimmed with a Latvian braid and braided tassels. Designed by Janet Avila.
Victory Sweater
Free until Dec 31, 2020 This pullover sweater is knit seamless in the round, top - down. Sizes XS - 5XL = Bust Circumference: 80 - 160cm Designed by Jill Karina Bø.
Rainbow Backpack
Still free for now Free until July 16, 2020 Tote bag with i-cord straps and tassels knit with seed stitch and Little Bird Stitch. Designed by Darn Good Yarn. A kit is also available.
Blomidon Hiking Hat
Still Free for Now. Free until May 31, 2020 This cabled beanie is worked completely in the round in DK weight yarn for sizes Newborn to Adult. Sizes newborn, baby, child/toddler, youth/teen, adult small/medium, adult medium/large. Designed by Ana Watts. DK weight yarn.
Say Hi to High Beanie
Still Free for Now. Free until April 30, 2020 Easy hat knit in the round. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Lyudmila Aksenik.
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Flamingo Drink Cozy
Free until July 31, 2020 This cup sleeve is a great project for those who want to practice color work or if you have a Cotton stash you would like to use up. Designed by Dubbele Dutch Crafts. Worsted weight yarn.
Starling Wing Hat and Fingerless Mitts
Still Free for Now. Free until May 1, 2020 Matching beanie and fingerless mitts knit with a 2 row repeat and using just one skein (262 yards) of the recommended DK yarn. Designed by Louise Tilbrook.
- Get the Starling Wing Hat and Fingerless Mitts knitting pattern.
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Heart Owl
Still Free for Now. Free until February 14, 2020 Takes about an hour to make…a great quick gift! Designed by Jennie Claver.
The Year of the Rat
Free until January 25, 2020 The Lunar New Year in 2020 brings us into the Year of the Rat! The rat represents the beginning of a new day and wealth and surplus. Size 4.5". Designed by Rachel Borello Carroll. Worsted weight yarn.
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Urth Fair Isle Hat
STILL FREE FOR NOW Free until Dec 31, 2019 Designed for those learning stranded colorwork, this design uses variegated yarn to create the look of different color yarns. 4 sizes Child, Adult Sm, Med, Lrg. Designed by Molly Conroy.
Poinsettia Mittens
STILL FREE FOR NOW Free until Dec 31, 2019 Mittens with stranded poinsettia motifs on cuff and candy cane latvian braid. Designed by Oomieknits.
These patterns were supposed to only be free for a limited time but the last time I checked they were still free. I’ll leave them up until I see they are no longer free.
Icelandic Long Shawl
STILL FREE FOR NOW Free until Dec 31, 2019 Rectangular lace wrap tthat starts with a chevron lace border that can include bands of color. Then simple spider lace repeats over eight rows to the ending border. Both borders can be finished with optional crocheted chain loops. The lace can be knit from written instructions or charts. Designed by Evelyn A. Clark.
Garibaldi Earwarmer Headband
STILL FREE FOR NOW Free until Dec 31, 2019 Garibaldi is a classic knit ear warmer made with super bulky yarn. It has a unique stitch texture which creates interest in this simple knit. Garibaldi knits up quickly and is ideal for scrap yarn. This is a great knit for an advanced beginner. Designed by The Knitty Pine.
- Get the Garibaldi Earwarmer Headband knitting pattern
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Polka Dot Skull Socks
Free until Oct 31, 2019 - still free for now Perfect for Halloween or any time! Toe-up socks with fun skull pattern in mosaic colorwork. Sizes small, medium and large. The pattern is charted and written.. Designed by Strangecat Design. Pictured projects by Zoei and Andreals.
U-Pick Mitts
Free until March 31, 2019 - Still Free for Now These mittens are a great way to use up your scrap yarn. Take your pick of apples, cherries, avocados or bananas. Or make one of each! Designed by Emma Kerian.
Team Hats
Free until December 25, 2018 Sizes 3XS (baby) - 3XL (men). Ribbed beanie that can be worn slouchy and fitted. Designed by Hinterm Stein. DK weight yarn. Available in English and German.
Dreidel, Dreidel, Dreidel Shawl
Free until December 31 2018 From designer Theresa Hawkins : "As a show of support for a community struck by senseless violence, I have made my Dreidel, Dreidel, Dreidel pattern free for the remainder of 2018 for anyone who wishes to have it. Please feel free to share with other groups. We cannot allow hate to win." Triangular shawl knit with stripes and eyelet. Worsted weight yarn.
- Get the Dreidel, Dreidel, Dreidel Shawl knitting pattern
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Pumpkin Hat
Free until October 31 2018 Baby hat for sizes 6 - 18 months. Designed by The Mermaid's Purl.
Maize Cowl
Free through Summer 2018 The Maize Cowl is an oversized cowl worked up in worsted or DK yarn. This is a stranded knitting project, worked in the round with a 5 stitch repeat. Designed by Born & Raised Knits.
Naudain Shawl
Free until June 30 2018 An asymmetrical triangle combining garter stich stripes and cluster stitches. Designed by Erika Flory.
Not So Hard Scarf
Free until May 31 2018 Easy reversible scarf with eyelet stripes and increases and decreases on each end to give it the bias look. Designed by Judy Murgia.
Hoot Hoot
Free until April 30 2018 Owl motif for baby blanket or throw. Designed by Cheryl Beckerich
Lily Red Snood
Free until Jan. 7, 2018 Infinity scarf cowl knit in garter stitch and a 3 row repeat netting stitch. Quick knit in bulky yarn. (Note – I was able to download without the code but you may need it). Designed by ChristineROGER. Available in English and French.
Aroma Hat and Mitts
Free until Dec. 26, 2017 Only. Matching set of fingerless mitts and beanie with cables. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Marion Crivelli
Previously Free Patterns
King Cole Baby Layette
Babies Cardigan, Bonnet, Bootees & Blanket with a lace flower design. Sizes Cardigan (To Fit Chest): 31cm to 51cm, Bonnet & Bootees (To Fit Age): Newborn to 2 Years, Blanket: 61x76cm. Designed by King Cole as pattern 5562. Fingering weight yarn.
Market Tote
Tote bag with handles knit in round. Designed for bulky weight yarn, and perfect for reclaimed ribbon yarn. Size: 10.5″ (W) x 7.5″ (H) x 4″ (D). Kits are also available for both knit and crochet. Designed by Denae Merril for Darn Good Yarn. A kit is also available
Tide and Pebble Hat
Textured slouchy hat with unique flat crown. Designed by Shilo Weir.
Quiet Ways Shawl
Scapolite Shawl
Spinel Scarf
The Capitol Hat
Serene Simplicity Poncho
Albatross
Brightness and Contrast Shawl
Hamon Sweater
Mangal Cowl
Skywalk Hat
- Get the Skywalk Hat knitting pattern with coupon code STAYWELL
- See more of Jennifer's knitting patterns
I Heart You Dishcloth
- Get the I Heart You Dishcloth knitting pattern.
- See more of Deb's knitting patterns
- See more of Heart knitting patterns
Quinn Hat
Mountain Hiker Mittens
- Get the Mountain Hiker Mittens knitting pattern
- Buy the matching Mountain Hiker Hat knitting pattern
Around the Twist Log Cabin Throw
- Get the Around the Twist Log Cabin Throw knitting pattern code charity
- See more of Anastacia Zittel's Knitting Patterns
Mountain Vector Shawl
Roaring Fork Hat
Yarnbits Cowl
Sapphire Lace Shawl
Surrey Flow Scarf
Chunky Pinwheel Cowl
Clara the Fawn
- Get the Clara the Fawn knitting pattern
- See more of Rachel's knitting patterns
- See more Woodland Animals Knitting Patterns
Firth Hat
Treasured Moment Wrap
Fairfield Harvest Shawl
Moorlands Romance Shawl
Surrey Avenue Shawl
River Trail Hat
Rustic Baby and Toddler Sweater
- Get the Rustic Baby and Toddler Sweater knitting pattern
- See more Shawl Collar Baby Sweater Knitting Patterns
Sun Glitter Shawl
Mountain Backroads Hat
Whale Shark
Mountain Majesty Hat
Kiki Fingerless Gloves
- Get the Kiki Fingerless Gloves knitting pattern
- More knitting patterns by SweaterBabe
- See more Cable Fingerless Mitts Knitting Patterns
Highlander Plaid Hat
Manta Ray
Glades Road Hat
Giant Squid
Nelly Top - Baby through Adult Sizes
Blue Whale
Shirley Bear
One Skein Chalice Scarf
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Previously Free Patterns
These patterns were free for a limited time and now are for sale.
Sophisticated Cable and Lace Cowl
Halloween Peek A Boo Cowl-Scarf
Interwoven With Love Baby Blanket
Get the Mantra Scarf knitting pattern.
Get the YO Madness Cowl knitting pattern
Superhero Cowl, Mitts, and Hat
Charming Diamond Afghan from Big Book of Quick Knit Afghans and get the digital or print book
Behind the Scenes Infinity Scarf
