Book-inspired knitting patterns for toys, hats, decorations, and more. Many of the patterns are free. Updated 1/19/26
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Free Patterns
The Nevermore Cowl
Inspired Edgar Allan Poe's "The Raven", this cowl features a raven and the word "Nevermore". Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Mette Lea.
"His Mark" Cardigan
Inspired by a scene from Moby Dick, this warm, rustic, seaworthy sweater depicts different marks reminiscent of signature Xs and graphic tattoos. In the scene from Melville's book, Queegueg, who can't write, signs a contract with "his mark", a representation of his tatoo. Sizes Chest: 34.2539.75, 44.5, 47.75, 53, 55.5, 60.5 inches. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Ann Weaver for Knitty.
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One Ring Scarf
Lord of the Rings inspired reversible double knit scarf with the elvish writing on the ring: "One Ring to Rule them All, One Ring to find them, One Ring to Bring them All and in the Darkness bind them." Designed by Lyle Stafford. Pictured project by knit4boys5dogs
More Free Patterns
Huxley Headband and Mitts
Inspired by Jane Austen, this ear-warming headwrap and a pair of fingerless gloves are knit with a 4 row repeat 2 color star tweed stitch perfect for keeping warm while reading in the gardens at Pemberley. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Cirilia Rose for Berroco Inc.
Nevermore
Chart inspired Edgar Allan Poe's "The Raven", with the Raven perched on the pallid bust of Pallas and the word "Nevermore". Designed by Melanie Nordberg. Pictured project by jayrs.
Wandering Scarf
Not all who wander are lost. This quote from The Fellowship of the Ring by J.R.R. Tolkien is knit into this scarf which is worked sideways. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by K Rubal.
Little Frankie
Inspired by Mary Shelley's Frankenstein or, The Modern Prometheus, this adorable Frankenstein's monster is knit flat. Size 33.5cm / 13 inches. Designed by Sophie Jordan. DK weight yarn.
Patterns for Purchase
The Best of Jane Austen Knits: 27 Regency-Inspired Designs
Free with Kindle Unlimited. Celebrate Jane Austen's 250th birthday with 27 cardigans, shawls, bags and other accessories, and knitted projects for men and children inspired by Jane Austen's works and the fashions of the Regency Era but updated for modern style. Designers include Susanna IC, Vicki Square, Annie Modesitt, Heather Zoppetti, Karen Joan Raz, Kathleen Dames, and more.
Edgar Allan Poe
Costume designed for 18 inch dolls, this Poe is dressed in somber grey and black, a long tailed coat and waistcoat with just a hint of color at his cravat (lavender, of course, for half-mourning). Designed by By Tale Or History Knitting Designs.
Choose Your Fellowship Sweater
Lord of the Rings inspired pullover sweater with more than 30 charts to choose from including wizard hats, smoking pipes, beer steins, evil eyes, ghost kings, shields, tree folk, comfortable doors, and many more. Designed by GreyOwlKnitsBySarah
Little Frankenstein's Monster
Inspired by Mary Shelley's Frankenstein or, The Modern Prometheus, this toy softie is knitted flat and seamed, his arms are made separately and sewn on. Size - 38cm /15” tall. Designed by ClaireFairallDesigns.
