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Twist and Seeds Scarf
Free until Free until Sept 30, 2019 Lace and cable scarf. Both charted and written instructions. Designed by Ruta Sab.
- Get the Twist and Seeds Scarf knitting pattern
- See more of Ruta's knitting patterns
- See Easy Scarf Knitting Patterns
Delnore Socks
Free until Free until Sept 30, 2019 These socks feature a fairly easy stitch pattern in outer cables and central lace on the top of the foot and around the leg, with a plain stockinette sole. Both charted and written instructions. Designed by Nikki Ross Patterson. Pictured project by papermoon2
Reversible Coffee Moms Cowl
Free until Sept 30, 2019This reversible cowl has cables on both sides of the fabric creating a very warm, squishy knit. The different colored cables on each side make it feel like you have 2 different accessories.This cowl is knit in the round using a mosaic slipped stitch cabling technique. The pattern gives instructions for a 24x12in/61x30cm and 48x7.5in/120x19cm cowl or instructions for adjusting this to any size. The two sizes given require (280, 400)yd/(256, 366)m or each yarn. Designed by Mary W Martin. Fingering weight yarn.
- Get the Reversible Coffee Moms Cowl knitting pattern. Click "Buy Now" on the pattern page and, if the offer is still good, the price will be zeroed out.
- See more Colorful Cowl Knitting Patterns
Treasured Moment Wrap
Free until Oct 31, 2019 Large rectangular lace shawl with tapering ends is inspired by a lovely reminiscence from the designer who incorporates lace's ability to create pictures and draw a story into her design. Treasured Moment Wrap weight yarn. Designed by Bex knitty design.
Pico Peak Shawl
Free until Oct 6, 2019 This shawl explores texture through four evolving motifs reminiscent of mountain peaks, one of which isa knit-purl motif and the others of which are lace. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Heather Davis.
Fold Over Crop Top
Free until Sept 30, 2019 The Fold Over Crop Top is an elegant crop top with a folded off-the-shoulder ribbed cuff. Worked top-down in the round, this seamless crop top can be dressed up or down for nearly any occasion. Available in sizes XS, S, M, L, XL to fit bust size of approx. 28 - 30, 32 - 34, 36 - 38, 40 - 42, 44 - 46” / 71 - 67, 81 - 86, 91.5 - 96.5, 101.5 -106.5, 111.5 - 117 cm. Designed by Holly C. Watson.
Bandanatastic Cowl
Free until Sept 2, 2019 Bandana style shape with an asymmetrical front point, worn off to the side. Knit with alternating sections of half linen stitch and garter stitch that showcases multicolor yarn. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Diane L. Augustin.
FibreFest Shawl or Scarf
Free until Oct 27, 2019 This wrap is worked mostly in blocks of garter stitch interspersed with interesting eyelets and openings to create a semi-sculptural effect. Two, three or even more colours may be used. 2 Sizes. Scarf: 19cm x 193cm; Shawl: 52cm x 193cm. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Debra Kinsey Knits.
Fairfield Harvest Shawl
Free until October 16, 2019 Asymmetrical large cozy triangular shaped shawl, working from side to side. It is worked in 3 colours, which move smoothly into each other by way of connecting slipped stitch panels, and finished with an applied linen stitch border which brings all the colors together. Designed by Bex knitty design.
Moorlands Romance Shawl
Free until October 16, 2019 Crescent shaped shawl with textured sections including a striped garter panel, double moss stitch, heather lace, and the traditional woven look basketweave stitch. Designed by Bex knitty design.
Surrey Avenue Shawl
Free until October 16, 2019 Triangular shaped Shawl knit in alternating sections of diamond texture patterns and garter stitch. Designed by Bex knitty design.
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.
Calming Waters Cowl or Scarf
Free until September 30, 2019 (extended) Textured design inspired by flowing water can be knit as a cowl or scarf. Uses one skein of the recommended yarn (320 - 325 yards (293 - 297 m). Designed by Ann Turley Dreith. DK weight yarn.
Still Free After Deadline
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.
Pineapple Baby Hat
Free until February 4, 2019 - Still Free Designed by Sonya Marie. Aran weight yarn.
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.
Linen Stitch Basket
Free forever This practical and elegant basket works up fairly quickly in an easy slip stitch. It is worked top down, beginning at the top edge of the basket. There are several customizable options for sizing and details, too! The linen stitch provides structure and makes it sturdy. Designed by PurlpleGirl.
Silver Bells Christmas Tree
Free until December 31, 2018 Quick holiday tree-shaped decoration with optional beaded ornaments. Designed by Meg Ritcey.
Christmas Bunting, Cushion, and Santa Sack
Free until December 14 2018 (maybe longer) Matching holiday decorations of a pillow cover, flag bunting, and gift bag with holiday symbols and words in colorwork. Designed by Wendy Jane Paterson for Deramores.
- Get the Christmas Bunting, Cushion, and Santa Sack knitting patterns.
- Get the recommended colorpack kit at Deramores for less than $20
- See more Holiday Decor Knitting Patterns
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
- See more of Cheryl Beckerich's Knitting Patterns
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
Gently Stirred, Never Shaken
EXTENDED Free until ? This scarf is an adventure in garter stitch blending. Worked flat from the center out in your choice of 3 or 4 colors. Designed by Mac and Joe
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
Korufée Hat
Free until Dec. 24, 2017 Only. Beanie with chevron stitch pattern inspired by mountain ranges. 3 sizes Available in English and French. Designed by Mélina Hami.
Sul Cowl
Free until Dec. 24, 2017 Only. Versatile buttoned cowl infinity scarf knit flat in worsted weight in with a honeycombed pattern and crossed stitches. Can be worn a variety of ways. Available in English and French. Designed by Mélina Hami.
Patterns for Purchase
Sun Glitter Shawl
Asymmetric triangle shawl worked in either stockinette or garter stitch. Triangles of solid fabric alternate with eyelet mesh. Easy to memorize. Offered free during the duration of the Sun Glitter KAL! The KAL is running until 31st August 2019 and this pattern will be free for the duration. Designed by Jem Arrowsmith. Uses one skein of fingering weight yarn so it's perfect for that hand-dyed skein you've got in your stash.
Mountain Backroads Hat
This hat features cables knit in two colors. The design looks like a chain as it is worked up to the crown. The design on this hat winds around on narrow turns just like the backroads of Gatlinburg in the designer's hometown. Sizes Adult Small (Adult Medium/Large). Designed by Jennifer Myrick.
Previously Free Patterns
Renly Cowl
Easy slipped stitched colorwork with 2 contrasting colors of yarn, one multi-color and one solid, to create a colorful neckwarmer. Use larger needles if you want to achieve a looser fabric with even more drape! Designed by Marinda Lariz.
- Get the Renly Cowl knitting pattern
- Get the recommended Crazy Zauberball yarn at Amazon
- See Color Change Yarn Cowl Patterns
Whale Shark
Toy softie sea creature. Size 21". In order to make the whale shark, you should be able to knit in the round and do simple increases and decreases, as well as a little bit of colorwork- though, there is an option to skip the colorwork and add it later in the form of duplicate stitch. Designed by Rachel Borello Carroll.
- Get the Whale Shark knitting pattern
- See more of Rachel's knitting patterns
- See more Sea Creature Knitting Patterns
Mountain Majesty Hat
simple stranded two-color hat featuring a crown motif. Designed by Jennifer Myrick.
Kiki Fingerless Gloves
Fingerless mitts with a beautiful, lacy leaf motif framed by an elegant double cable. Some ribbing on the undersides and some shaping up top allows them to fit your hands and wrists nicely. Designed by SweaterBabe. Worsted weight yarn. Pictured projects by the designer and joyjannotti.
- Get the Kiki Fingerless Gloves knitting pattern
- More knitting patterns by SweaterBabe
- See more Cable Fingerless Mitts Knitting Patterns
Highlander Plaid Hat
This hat features a fun 3-color plaid design with a fold-over brim for extra warmth. Designed by Jennifer Myrick.
Manta Ray
Manta ray toy softie is about 18” wide. He’s got an interesting construction that will keep your attention, but he’s a quick project in superbulky yarn. Designed by Rachel Borello Carroll.
- Get the Manta Ray knitting pattern
- See more of Rachel's knitting patterns
- See more Sea Creature Knitting Patterns
Glades Road Hat
Woven textured hat that is worked in the round from the brim to the crown. It features a stretchy fabric that will fit a variety of head sizes from child to adult. Designed by Jennifer Myrick.
Giant Squid
You've seen the giant squid video, now knit this amazing giant sea creature toy softie. Size 45 inches. To make the Giant Squid, you should be able to knit in the round, as well as do basic increases and decreases. You will use almost a whole ball of the Bernat Blanket yarn. Designed by Rachel Borello Carroll.
- Get the Giant Squid knitting pattern
- See more of Rachel's knitting patterns
- See more Sea Creature Knitting Patterns
Nelly Top - Baby through Adult Sizes
Adorable sleeveless top with ruffle and fastened with shoulder straps (the designer calls them "stripes"). Sizes 12/18m, 1/2, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8, 9/10, 11/13, XS, S, M, L, XL. Designed by Weiyan Huang. DK weight yarn.
Blue Whale
Whale softie size is just under 2 feet - the perfect size for snuggles. Designed by Rachel Borello Carroll. Super Bulky weight yarn.
- Get the Blue Whale knitting pattern
- See more of Rachel's knitting patterns
- See more Sea Creature Knitting Patterns
Mountain Hiker Hat
No Longer Free! Beanie with an interesting texture that looks like trees or mountains with a ribbed brim. Sizes from baby to adult: Preemie, Baby, Toddler, Child (Adult Small, Medium, Large). Designed by Jennifer Myrick. Worsted weight yarn.
Shirley Bear
This teddy bear toy comes with her own carrying bag that transforms into a bed for the baby bear to sleep in. Designed by Val Pierce. DK weight yarn. A kit is also available.
One Skein Chalice Scarf
A very pretty lace pattern that only uses basic decreases and yarn overs evolves nicely as it runs the length of the scarf. Uses one skein, 230 yards (210 m), of the recommended lace yarn. Designed by SweaterBabe.
One Skein Woven Together Hat
Beanie with an easy texture. Sizes Childs 19” (48.3 cm) Adult: 21” (53.3 cm). Uses one skein of the recommended yarn. Designed by Makenzie Alvarez Hanks And Needles. Aran weight yarn.
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Clearance Patterns – Quantities Limited
Topsail Tee
On Sale! Lace-yoked short-sleeved pullover top with pleats at the bustline. Sizes To fit: S (M, L, XL, 2XL). Sport weight yarn.
Sylvia Shawl
On Sale for $2.99! Light wrap of leaf or flame lace. Designed by Heather Zoppetti.
Summer Skies Shrug
This lightweight bolero shrug is knit sideways, using dropped stitches between the cable and eyelet stitches to create extra spacing in an intricate knit fabric. Sizes: S (M, L, XL, 2XL) . Recommended yarn available on pattern page.
$3.49 Scarlet Skies Cardigan
Easy lace cascades from the fitted bodice in this open front, three-quarter-sleeve cardigan. To fit: S (M, L, XL, 2XL)
$2.99 1, 2 & 3 Skein Solutions (Print)
This collection is filled with projects and tutorials that empower knitters of all skill levels. With chapters like Make It in a Weekend Tops, Sweets for the Feet and Cardis on the Fly, knitters will be introduced to ways to get more mileage from their skeins.
Previously Free Patterns
These patterns were free for a limited time and now are for sale.
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
