Knitting patterns for pullovers and cardigans knit with garter stitch. Many of the patterns are free. Updated 1/31/25
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Free Patterns
Two Steps Sweater
I love the graphic stair steps knit with garter stitch in this colorful pullover sweater! It looks like it would make a great stash buster too. Sizes XS to 3XL. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Thea Vesterby for Filcolana. Available in English, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, French, German, Norwegian, Swedish
Lace Sleeve Sweater
Easy garter stitch pullover knit flat with lace detail on sleeve and sides. No picking up stitches. Sizes To fit bust: 71cm-127cm / 28 inches to 50 inches. DK weight yarn. Boxy Jumper in Rowan Cotton Cashmere designed by G e o r g i a F a r r e l l .
Bobble Sleeve Cardigan and Pullover
Women's statement sweater and cardigan knit with garter stitch with dramatic sleeves with bobbles. Sizes To fit bust: 72cm-137cm / 29 inches to 55 inches. Chunky weight yarn. Bobble Sleeve Cardigan and Pullover Elle 7884 designed by Saprotex International Design Studio.
Beginner Block Sweater
Super easy sweater created of garter stitch blocks to create a stylish color-blocked look that's perfect for beginners or anyone looking for an easy project. Great portable project and perfect for stashbusting. I also think it would be a great way to re-purpose swatches. Size adjustable. Designer says it is suitable for beginners. Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Knitting with Chopsticks. Web version is free. PDF available for purchase.
Garter Rows Pullover
Long-sleeved sweater knit in garter stitch with a reverse stockinette cowl. Sizes: Finished Chest 37 (42, 47) in. (94 (106.5, 119.5) cm). Designed by Lion Brand. Worsted weight yarn.
Santa Margarita Top
Easy tank top knit in two identical garter stitch pieces. Sizes: 34/36" to 42/44". Designed by Schachenmayr. Aran weight yarn.
Echo Jacket
Cardigan sweater knit in diagonal garter stitch. Sizes To Fit Bust: 32-34 (36-40, 42-44, 46-50)“. Designed by Heather Lodinsky. Aran weight yarn.
Color Block Cardigan and Bag
Garter stitch cardigan sweater with pockets and matching purse with colorful trim. Sizes Bust: 32 (36, 40, 44, 48)”; Bag Width: 11” Height: 7”. Designed by Premier Yarns Design Team. Worsted weight yarn.
A Walk with Emil Vest
Vest or halter top knit sideways in garter stitch and shaped with short rows and optional darts. Sizes 30 (34, 38, 43.5, 46, 50, 54) inches. Spaziergang mit Emil designed by You-Shan Feng for Knitty. Worsted weight yarn.
Graphic Top in Garter Stitch
Pullover tee sweater knit with garter stitch and mitered stripes. Great for stashbusting! Sizes S to L. Designed by Jytte Slente. DK weight yarn.
So Easy Sweater
Knit in garter stitch, this pullover sweater features a graceful cowl neckline and slightly belled sleeves. Sizes Bust 38 (42, 46, 50, 54)“/ 96.5 (106.5, 117, 127, 137)cm. Designed by Marilyn Losee. Aran weight yarn.
Olinda Tunic
Garter stitch v-neck pullover sweater knit flat in garter stitch. Sizes Finished Bust About 35 (39, 41 1/2, 46, 50) (54 1/2, 58 1/2, 62 1/2, 67) in. (89 (99, 105.5, 117, 127) (138.5, 148.5, 159, 170) cm). Designed by Tonja Pe Benito. 2 strands of worsted yarn held together. Web version is free. Kit available.
More Free Patterns
Rasmine Coat
Garter stitch cardigan coat or jacket in 3 different lengths. Sizes S, M, L, XL. Designed by Irene Rasch for Hobbii. Bulky weight yarn.
Simple Knit Sweater
Easy sweater can be worked up in a weekend according to the designer. Knit flat mostly with garter stitch, only using a few rectangles, some seaming, and squishy yarn! Beginner friendly. Sizes XS-3XL womens. Web version is free. PDF is for purchase. Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Sewrella.
Downtown Cardigan
Cardigan sweater knit flat in garter stitch. Sizes XS/S, M/L, XL/2X, 3X/4X. Web version is free. PDF is for purchase. Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Stephanie Jessica Lau.
Magic Hour Sweater
V-neck pullover with relaxed fit knit flat in garter stitch with ribbed neck and cuff. Neckline is picked up. Sizes XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL. DK weight yarn. Web pattern is free. A printable pdf is available for purchase. Designed by Alexandra Tavel of Two of Wands.
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Corallina Cardigan
Striped cardigan sweater knit in garter stitch. Sizes 32-34 (36-38, 40-42, 44-46, 48-50)" 81-86 (91-97, 102-107, 112-117, 122-127) cm. DK weight yarn. Designed by Martin Storey.
Modular Pullover
Sweater knit with striped garter stitch squares. Sizes 1X, L, M, S. Designed for at least 5 colors, it's great for stashbusting and leftover yarn. Designed by Mari Lynn Patrick for Lion Brand. Worsted weight yarn.
Scrappy Duster
Long sleeved cardigan knit with garter stitch in simple rectangular shapes and tons of spare scrap yarn! The color-change tie offs at the end of the rows are integrated into the funky side fringe, eliminating the need to weave in ends. Size is customizable. Designed by Regina Weiss of Morale Fiber.
Jutka Cardigan
Short sleeved garter stitch cardigan knit with bulky yarn. Body knit in one piece. Sleeves knit separatedly. Neck edge is finished by picking up and knitting one row. Sizes S (M, L, 1X, 2X). Rated easy by the designer Irina Poludnenko.
Side Street Cardigan
This short sleeved cardigan is knit in one piece from side to side in garter stitch. Sizes XS to 5X. Quick knit in bulky yarn. Rated beginner level by Yarnspirations
Garter Stitch Jacket
Cardigan sweater with three-quarter length sleeves knit in garter stitch with ribbed lapels. Sizes To Fit Bust: 81cm to 127cm, 32-34, 36-38, 40-42, 44-46, 48-50". Designed by Debbie Bliss. DK weight yarn.
Minimalist Jacket
Long cardigan with elblow length sleeves is knit flat in garter stitch. Sizes XS/S, M, L, XL, 2/3XL, 4/5XL. Rated easy and suitable for beginners by designer Yarnspirations Design Studio. Quick knit in super bulky yarn.
Avocet B
Nora Gaughan designed this easy elegant garter stitch cardigan with shaping. XS (S, M, L, 1X, 2X)
Garter Stitch Tank
This Bernat pattern is so easy it’s recommended for beginners. Quick knit in chunky yarn. Sizes XS through 5XL.
Patterns for Purchase
Lagoon Cardigan
Easy cardigan knit top down in garter stitch. Instructions included for creating a gradient effect. Size: XS, S, M, L, XL, XXL. Worsted or fingering weight yarn. Designed by CamexiaDesigns
Writer's Block Cardigan
Striped stitch cardigan featuring a v-neck with a generous shawl collar and pockets. Great stashbuster! 11 Sizes from XS to 7X. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Alex Capshaw-Taylor
Liva Cardigan
Cardigan sweater in garter stitch and mitered squares. Great showcase for self-striping yarn. Size: Bust (closed): (34, 38, 42) [46, 50, 54, 58] {62, 66, 70}" / (86.5, 96.5, 106.5) [117, 127, 137, 147.5] {157.5, 167.5, 178} cm. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Amy Christoffers for Berroco.
Easy Hooded Jacket
This long sleeved cardigan with hood is a quick knit in garter stitch and bulky yarn. Size: S- M- L- XL
Britte Jacket
Relaxed fit cardigan worked in garter stitch. 2 front pockets. 3 sizes.
Hooded Wrap Cardigan
Versatile sweater pattern knit in easy garter stitch designed by Audrey Wilson.
Dolman Sleeved Cardigan
Easy sweater pattern knit in garter stitch as one piece in just 500 grams of Aran weight yarn. Just two side seams. Designed by Audrey Wilson.
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Thelma Tee
This easy short sleeved pullover top is knit in garter stitch with drop shoulders, requiring little shaping and construction. The yarn gives it texture and color.
