Knitting Patterns for tops and sweaters knit from side to side. Most patterns are free. Updated 5/31/23
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Free Patterns
Thalia
Women's tee top knit sideways in two identical pieces with twisted stitch links. Sizes: 33 in to 69 in. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Berroco Design Team.
Loucinda Top
Tee top knit sideways with a unique ribbed yoke and eyelet body. Sizes: 32 in to 50 in. Sport weight yarn. Designed by Käte Stödter for Schachenmayr.
Reading Room Cardigan
Easy cardigan sweater knit sideways in one pice from cuff to cuff. Quick knit in Super Bulky weight yarn. Sizes S/M (L/1X, 2X/3X). Rated easy by designer. Designed by Susan Haviland for Lion Brand.
2 ways to get the pattern
- Get the free WEB VERSION knitting pattern at Joann
- Get the free PDF VERSION knitting pattern at Lion Brand - link is below kit information
- Get the recommended Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick at Joann
Bondi Top
Easy top made from 2 identical pieces worked back and forth from side to side with cable on bodice. Sizes: S (M, L, 1X, 2X). Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Irina Poludnenko for Lion Brand.
- Get the free knitting pattern - link below kit info
- Get the recommended Jeans® Colors Yarn at Amazon
Cropped Drop Stitch Pullover
Sweater knit flat in one piece sideways from cuff to cuff with drop stitch details on sleeves and neckline. Sizes: XS/S (M/L, 1X/2X). Quick knit in Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Vladimir Teriokhin for Lion Brand.
Sideways Pullover
V-neck pullover knit sideways in stockinette with sleeves knit on. Great showcase for gradient or ombre yarn. Sizes: 36/38 (40/42, 44/46). Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Lana Grossa.
Eyelet Top
Pullover sweater knit in one piece from side to side beginning at one armhole edge in an 8 row repeat Texture Eyelet pattern. Sizes Finished Bust About 48 (56) in. (122 (142) cm). Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Vladimir Teriokhin for Lion Brand.
Breezy Cabled Top
Short-sleeved tee top pullover with cables alternating with sections of dropped stitches to spice up a tank top or camisole. Sizes XS/S M L XL 2/3XL 4/5XL. Designed by Red Heart.
Natte Pullover
Sweater with braided lace sleeves and boatneck is knit flat sideways from cuff to cuff in one piece. Web version is free. Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Kaitlin Barthold.
Cuff to Cuff Cardigan
Cable cardigan knit sideways from cuff to cuff in one piece. Sizes: Finished Bust: 34 (38, 42, 46, 50, 54)”. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Julie Farmer for Yarnspirations.
More Free Patterns
Dazzling Dolman
Lace pullover worked from cuff to cuff with a 4 row repeat. Sizes: XS to 5XL Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Patons.
Jeanie Tee
Web Version is free. Sleeveless pullover worked from side to side. Sizes: XS, S, M, L, XL, 2X, 3X DK weight yarn. Designed by Kaitlin Barthold.
- Get the free knitting pattern - web version, below the pdf purchase link
- Get the ad free pdf on Etsy
Sideways Cable Pullover
Dramatic and cozy cable sweater worked in one piece from the cuff of one sleeve to the cuff of the opposite sleeve, then folded and seamed. Sizes: Finished Bust 34 (40, 46, 52, 58, 64) in. (86.5 (101.5, 117, 132, 147.5, 162.5) cm) Aran weight yarn. Designed by Vladimir Teriokhin for Lion Brand Yarn.
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
Saltwater Bay Cardigan
Cardigan knit sideways in bold stripes inspired by the classic Hudson Bay blankets, with applied patch pockets. Sizes: 32 [40, 48, 56, 64, 72] inches/ 81.5 [101.5, 122, 142, 162.5, 183] cm Aran weight yarn. Designed by Amy Christoffers for Knitty.
Quadrat Sweater
Pullover sweater knit sideways flat in one piece from cuff to cuff. Sweater features kimono sleeves and boatneck, while the horizontal cable pattern adds visual interest. Sizes: XS(S, M, L, 1X, 2X, 3X) Aran weight yarn. Designed by Beautia Dew for Knitty.
Misty Morning Cowl Neck Sweater
Pullover sweater knit sideways from cuff to cuff featuring a slightly cropped length, 3/4 length sleeves and a cozy cowl neck. Sizes: To Fit Bust: 86cm/34in to 157cm/62in Designed by Patons. Bulky weight yarn.
Sideways Cape
Poncho knit side to side in 2 identical pieces including collar and shaped with short rows. Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Patons.
2 ways to get the pattern
- Get the free WEB VERSION knitting pattern at Joann
- Get the free PDF VERSION knitting pattern at Yarnspirations
- Get the recommended Patons Wool Tweeds yarn
Diane
Short-sleeved tee pullover is knit sideways with a 4 row repeat lace design across the sleeves and neck. Sizes: Bust—36 (40, 44, 48, 52, 56)” Designed by Berroco Design Team. Uses one of my favorite yarns!
- Get the free knitting pattern
- See the Ravelry page
- Get the recommended Berroco Modern Cotton DK at Loveknitting (27 colors!)
Espenson
Caftan style poncho pullover top knit in one easy piece side to side, and seamed up sides to create armholes. Designed for 2 colorways of variegated yarn that forms a vertical stripe pattern, but you can use mini skeins, one colorway, or solids. Bust – 60(64-68-72-76-80)” (designed to be very oversized and drapey). Designed by Cirilia Rose for Berroco. Worsted weight yarn. Rated very easy by Ravelrers. No picking up stitches.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- See the Ravelry page
- Get the recommended Berroco Linsey yarn at Amazon
Nadine’s Pullover & Hood
I love the drama of this sweater with separate matching hood by the Red Heart Design Team. The pullover features cables and is worked sideways in one piece from sleeve to sleeve.
Patterns for Purchase
Cesaria Top
Tee top pullover is worked sideways in one piece from right side to left side back and forth with strategically placed increases and decreases for shaping. Sizes Women’s XS (S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL). Sport weight yarn. Designed by Irina Anikeeva
Sideways Ribbed Top
Simple ribbed tops, knitted all in one piece, sideways from cuff to cuff. 5 different versions of different lengths and different sleeves. Suitable for a beginner Knitter. Sizes To fit chest/bust: 80 (90, 100, 110)cm. DK weight yarn. Designed by Jo Sharp
Embarcadero Top and Valencia Top
Individual patterns for 2 tops, knit sideways in one piece, beginning at one sleeve and ending at the other. Embarcadero features a simple drop stitch pattern at the top and bottom of the shirt. Valencia features a simple lace panel on the shoulders and the bottom hemline. Sizes Embarcadero XS-XXL, Valencia: XS-5XL. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Juliana Lustenader
- See more pics and get the Embarcadero knitting pattern at Lovecrafts
- See more pics and get the Valencia knitting pattern at Lovecrafts
Harriet Vest
Cabled sleeveless pullover vest or waistcoat knit sideways. Sizes To Fit Bust: 81cm to 127cm. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Debbie Bliss
River Braid Sweater
This relaxed fit long-sleeved pullover is very easy according to the designer. It’s knit in one piece sideways in garter stitch. A continuous double cable runs up the sleeve, and splits for shaping the neckline.
Unplug Tee Top
A simple tee consisting of two different colored panels that are knit sideways and seamed together. The hem, neckline, and sleeves are finished off with an i-cord to give it a neat and more unique look. Includes tips on how to customize your tee including how to lengthen the crop, create more or less ease, change your colors, give it a cleaner look, etc. Bust Circumference: 36” (40, 44, 48, 52) 56, 60, 64, 68 / {91 (102, 112, 122, 132) 142, 152, 162, 173 cm}. Designed by Attic 166.
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