Free knitting patterns for women's pants, shorts, leggings, bloomers, and more. Some include matching sweaters as well. Many of the patterns are free. Updated 3/19/25
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Free Patterns
Rib Top and Shorts
One shoulder top and shorts set both knit with a 2 row repeat twisted double rib. Sizes XS to XXL. DK weight yarn. Designed by Elle.
What A Life Shorts and Joyride Top
Colorblocked sleeveless top and matching shorts knit in three colors so they're great for stash busting. Sizes XS to 3XL. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Katja Dyrberg for Filcolana. Available in English, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, German, Norwegian, Swedish
Riva Cable Top and Shorts
Tee and shorts set knit with a 2 row repeat all over cable. Sizes S to XXL. Designed for 5 colors, it's a great stash buster for DK weight yarn. Designed by Elle.
Lounge Around Pants and Dropped Cropped Pullover
Comfy and stylish pants and matching striped sweater. Pants knit flat with basic stocking stitch and garter stitch with elastic casing for the waist. Sizes XS to 5X. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Yarnspirations Design Studio. A kit is also available.
Piruetti Cabled Top and Shorts
Matching sleeveless tank top and shorts knit with allover cable pattern. The top features a fitted bodice and the shorts have a drawstring waist. Designed by Novita. DK weight yarn.
Markika Trousers and Dress
Dress or tunic with split sides and turtleneck collar with matching cuffed pants with drawstring waist. Sizes XS to XXL. Riana Dress and Markika Trousers designed by Brit Frafjord Ørstavik and House of Yarn. Fingering weight yarn.
Sion Lounge Bottoms
Casual pants available in two lengths: Bloomers shorts or Long Johns. Knit in the round to the legs, then split into two sections knit separately in the round. The waistband is folded over and an I-cord waist tie is added last. Sizes Hips: 34 to 46” / 86 to 117cm. Sion is named for an Irish word for “the elements”. DK weight yarn. Designed by Christina Danaee.
Tula Comfy Shorts and Hooded Top
Hoodie cropped top and matching shorts both fastened with drawstrings. Adult Sizes XS to 3X. Designed by Irina Poludnenko for Lion Brand. Worsted weight yarn. A kit is also available.
Mzima Overalls
Adult version of the Mtoto baby overalls. Sizes Hips 32” to 64” / 80cm to 160cm. Designed by Sanni Koivumäki. Sport weight yarn. Available in English and Finnish
Coastal Sweater and Shorts
Matching pullover with long bell sleeves and shorts. Sizes XS to 4X. Kust (Swedish for "coastal") designed by Inga Semmingsen. Fingering weight yarn. Available in English and Danish, Dutch, Finnish, German, Norwegian, Swedish
More Free Patterns
Super Stripes Pants
Comfortable trousers knit flat and then joined together. Elastic waistband. Sizes XS to 5X. Designed by Red Heart. Worsted weight yarn. A kit is also available.
Unmentionables Bloomers
Inspired by Edwardian undergarments, these pants are modern bloomers with knit lace edge that are great for lounging, pajama parties, or cosplay. Sizes XS to 3X. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Lee Juvan.
Fixation Boy Shorts
Boy-cut shorts shaped with short rows. Sizes S, M, L. Designed by Amanda Lilley. DK weight yarn. A kit is also available.
Adult and Child Tunic and Pants
Pullover sweater and trousers that look to me like they were inspired by a karate gi in adult and child sizes. The tunic features an interrupted rib texture and a belt. The pants are fastened with a drawstring. Child sizes 2, 4, and 6 years. Adult Sizes S to 3X. Designed by Irina Poludnenko for Lion Brand. DK weight yarn. A kit is also available.
- Get the free Adult Tunic knitting pattern
- Get the free Adult Pants knitting pattern
- Get the free Child Tunic knitting pattern
- Get the free Child Pants knitting pattern
Sylvan Shorts and Emelio Cardigan
Knit shorts with ribbed waist and matching cardigan knit with a 4 row repeat Sailor Rib and with Slip Stitch Rib borders. Cardigan Sizes Finished Bust: 39 (43, 47, 51) in. (99 (109, 119.5, 129.5) cm). ShortsWaist: 28 1/2 (32 1/2, 36 1/2, 40 1/2) in. (72.5 (82.5, 92.5, 103) cm). Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Irina Poludnenko for Lion Brand.
- Get the free CARDIGAN knitting pattern - free download link below kit info
- Get the free SHORTS knitting pattern - free download link below kit info
Joost Pants
Long knit pants with ribbed drawstring waist and ribbed cuffs. Sizes 2X, 1X, L, M, S Designed by Vladimir Teriokhin for Lion Brand Yarn. Worsted weight yarn.
Striped Pants
These comfy women's pants with elastic waist and stripe detailed hem are a breeze to knit up with a simple stocking stitch, easy shaping techniques, as two pieces and sewn together. Sizes 8-22. P071 Pants with Elastic Waist and Stripe Detail designed by Lincraft. Worsted weight yarn.
Pilgrim Sweater and Estella Shorts
Hooded pullover sweater with pockets and matching drawstring shorts. Hoodie Sizes S (M) L (XL) 2XL (3XL). Shorts Sizes XS (S) M (L) XL. Designed by Hanne Rimmen for Filcolana. Available in English, Danish, German, Norwegian, Swedish
Pantashrooms
Fun comfortable short pants with drawstring waste, mushroom motifs, and picot edge. Sizes XS[S, M, L, 1X, 2X, 3X]. A great little stash buster for leftover sock and fingering yarn. Designed by motoko takahashi for Knitty.
Patterns for Purchase
Cable Braid Leggings, Shorts, and Camisole Top
Diamond and rope cable design in figure flattering separates that can be purchased separately or in a bundle. There are also leg warmers, not pictured. Sizes xs-4 (s-6, m-8, l-10, xl-12. Designed by TheK4Project. DK weight yarn.
Kalaloch Cabled Leggings
Flattering fitted capri length pants with cable panels and encased elastic waistband. Sizes Hip Circumference: 29 to 45 in/57 to 99 cm. Designed by Andrea Rangel. DK weight yarn.
Laplace Pants and Khayam Cardigan
These Palazzo Pants are long, wide-legged and worn high with an elasticated waistband with side seam cables and pockets. The matching Khayam Cardigan is an oversized jacket with a cable collar and long cuffs. Sizes XS to 5X. Designed by Linda Marveng. Sport weight yarn.
Parisian Delight
Capri length pants or bloomers with knit lace cuff. Sizes Hip Circumference: 33.25 to 59 in/84.5 to 150 cm. Designed by Andrea Rangel. Fingering weight yarn.
Bliss Shorts
Flattering and comfortable skirt-style shorts with hidden pockets on side. Sizes XS to 3X. Designed by MukiCrafts. Sport weight yarn.
Solo Trousers
Ribbed pants with pockets, slightly flared bottoms, and elastic waist. Sizes Waist: 58-94 cm / 23-37 inches. Designed by Le Pull. Worsted weight yarn. A kit is also available.
Mascot Shorts and Top
Lace trimmed sleeveless top and matching shorts. Sizes S to XXXL. Designed by KreaBossen. DK weight yarn. A kit is also available.
Light Summer Shorts
High waisted shorts with a drawstring waistband and flowy, wide legs with a rolled cuff. They are light, breezy, and super comfy - great for pajamas or relaxing on a casual summer day. Sizes women’s size XS (S, M, L, XL, and XXL). Designed by Holly Watson. Fingering weight yarn.
