The easy linen stitch is knit with slipped stitches that creates a woven look that makes a dense fabric-like texture and creates easy colorwork effects with 2 colors or multi-color yarn. Most patterns are free. Updated 9/15/24
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Free Patterns
Linen Stitch Cardigan
Easy sleeveless cardigan vest in adult and children sizes. Knit flat in one piece with a 2 row repeat linen stitch. Designed for 3 alternating colorways, 2 gradient and one solid, I think it also would be a great stash buster for leftover yarn. Sizes 4 years to 147 cm / 57 inches. Designed by Elle. DK weight yarn.
Linen Stitch Poncho
Seamed Wrap can be worn with seam to the side or front with open sides like a vest. Knit flat in one piece and seamed with a 2 row repeat Linen Stitch with a 2 color Linen Stitch Stripe. 3 Sizes. Designed by Purl Soho. Sport weight yarn.
Linen Stitch Glasses Case
Wendy Bernard’s eyeglass case is a great project for beginner knitters ready to try a new stitch pattern, and for anyone who needs a quick gift idea. Wendy’s pattern even includes three different size options, so you can create a case for slim reading glasses, standard eyeglasses, or oversized sunglasses. Pattern and instructional video class available for free with a free trial at Creativebug OR purchase pattern and class individually.
Quick Slip Cowl
Reversible cowl in linen stitch gives you a different look depending on which side is visible. Quick knit in super bulky yarn. Designed by Andra Asars. Pictured project by villarreal1997.
Tiptoe Hat
Earflap hat with linen stitch band. Sizes newborn through adult. Designed by Jennifer Pimentel. Worsted weight yarn. Pictured project by the designer
Crow Waltz Shawl
Triangle shaped shawl knit with 2 colors woven slip stitch pattern and decorative lace edge. Designed by Juju Vail. Pictured project by PincusPanther, Sport weight yarn. A rectangular version is also available.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- See the Ravelry page
- Get the rectangular version
- See more Decorative Edge Shawl Knitting Patterns
Half-Linen Cozies
Fingerless mitts knit with a variation of the linen stitch with ribbing at cuffs and fingers for fit. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by libby blossom. Rated very easy by Ravelrers Pictured project by hidwood who has some notes.
Liberty Wool Linen Stitch Scarf
Knit bottom up in linen stitch with 2 colors of multi-color yarn. Designed by Susan Mills, Worsted weight yarn. Rated very easy by Ravelrers.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- Get the recommended Classic Elite Yarns Liberty Wool on Amazon
- See more Easy Scarf Knitting Patterns
Simple Linen Stitch Stripes Shoulder Bag
This tote is worked in linen stitch, creating a sturdy, woven-like fabric. Worked flat, the bag is constructed with i-cord edging that turns into the shoulder straps. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Karyn Bonfiglio
Broken Linen Stitch Socks
Toe-up socks in three sizes knit in a woven slip stitch that showcases multi-colored yarn. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Liz Pankratz
Linen Stitch Dish Cloth
The combination of linen stitch and variegated yarn results in a confetti-like, multicolored cloth with a dense, durable texture. Designed by Kristen Kristek
Seashell Bag
Drawstring pouch knit in linen stitch measures 8.5” x 8.5” (21.5 cm x 21.5 cm) . Designed by Shari Lawyer
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Pretty Twisted Cuff
This trio of linen stitch bracelets is perfect use for scrap yarn and handmade buttons. Each of the three versions has slightly different design details – slipped st edging or not, worked horizontally or vertically, different types of attachment options – to produce different results, and to keep the knitting interesting. Designed by Cat Wong for Knitty
- Get the free knitting pattern
- See the Ravelry page
- Get handmade buttons on Etsy
- See more Bracelet Knitting Patterns
Linen Stitch Mitts
Fingerless mitts knit in 2 colors. Also great for variegated yarn. Small Medium,Large. Designed by Nyss Parkes
Linen Stitch Basket
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 Lizzie Rose Knits.
Chickadee Cowl
Linen stitch gives this design by Kristen Kapur a woven fabric look.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- See more Cowl Knitting Patterns
- Get the yarn used in ericamay’s project (pictured)
Linen Stitch and Lace Shawl
This triangle shawl features alternating bands of linen stitch and lacy eyelets. Can be knit in sport, fingering, or laceweight yarn. 3 edge options including straight, scalloped, or fringed. Designed by India Tresselt
Mini Mania Scarf
Colorful scarf knit with mini skeins of sock weight yarn in linen stitch to get a woven effect. Perfect for your leftover scraps of yarn.4 sizes. Designed by Sarah Core
Cerus Scarf
Designed by Hilary Smith Callis, this scarf gets its dressy professional look from the linen stitch that looks like woven fabric. Use a variegated yarn to enhance the woven look.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- Get dk weight yarn for this project on Etsy
- See more Knitting Patterns for Men
Linen Stitch Coasters
Uses 11 – 12 yards (10 – 11 m) of worsted yarn so it’s great for scrap yarn. Designed by Deborah West
Linen-stitch Kimono Booties
These baby booties are knit in a cozy linen stitch. Sized for 9 months they are easily customized. Designed by Alison Crawford
Lopi Tote
This tote bag is knit in a 4 row repeat linen stitch. The Lopi Tote is 16″ in length. Laid flat, the top of the bag measures 8″ across. Great project tote! Designed by Heidi Gustad. Quick knit in bulky yarn.
Slouchy Linen Stitch Hat
Michelle Lynne designed this simple yet elegant slouchy hat suitable for men and women with a great texture from linen stitch and a soft rolled brim.
Hara Baby Dress
Short, flouncy dress with adjustable straps, cropped length for crawlers, and a linen stitch bodice. DK yarn. Sizes 6 months, 12 months, 18 months. Designed by Johanna Marshall
Linen Stitch Tie
The woven stylish look of the linen stitch makes a great tie in this design by Michael Wade for Skacel.
Woven Lines Cowl
This cowl is knit in linen stitch cowl in two colors creating a woven-like texture with beautiful drape and has long and short versions. Designed by Aimee Sulser
Patterns for Purchase
Ori-Ito Bag
Reversible purse knit in 2 row repeat linen stitch in four parts. Those parts are sewed together in a special way, which gives the bag its extraordinary shape. The stich makes the bag reversible with a different texture on each side. 2 Sizes. Designed by WoolAffair
Swinging on the Gate Sweater
Pullover with separate cowl knit in 2 row repeat linen stitch on the bias to form a large plaid design. Sizes to fit bust S: 82-89 cm / 32-35 in; M: 90-97 cm / 35.5-38 in; L: 98-107 cm / 38.5-42 in; XL: 108-119 cm / 42.5-47 in; XXL: 120-131 cm / 47-51.5 in. Great for stash and scrap yarn! DK weight yarn. Designed by Susanne Daum
Baby Belle Cardigan
Baby sweater knit in seamless raglan construction with ruched pockets and linen stitch trim (collar, button bands, and bottom band). Worsted weight yarn. Sizes 1-3 (3-6, 6-12, 12-18, 18-24) months. Designed by Bekah Knits
Jessica Jones Cowl Knitting Pattern
This basic linen stitch cowl was inspired by the scarf Jessica Jones wears in the Netflix series. Fingering weight yarn. 2 sizes. Designed by handmade by SMINÉ
- See more pics and get the knitting pattern on Etsy
- See more Movie and TV Scarf Knitting Patterns
- See more patterns by handmade by SMINÉ
Lighthouse Bay Super Scarf
Linen stitch gives this super scarf its woven texture. Easy pattern. Width: 10”/25cm Length: 90”/2.3mDesigned by Two of Wands
