Free knitting patterns for small gifts for putting in stockings. Most patterns are free. Updated 12/7/24
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Free Patterns
Tiny Snowman
Small snow people toys or ornaments with scarves, hats, and sweaters, knit flat. Size about 9 cm/3.5 inches high. DK weight yarn. Designed by Dollytime.
Holly Berries Scrunchie
Christmas themed hair accessory scrunchies. Also includes a Snowflakes scrunchie (not pictured). Size 8.5cm/3.5 inches high. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Hilly Knits - Hilly van der Sluis. May only be free for a limited time.
Kitty Finger Puppets
Cat finger puppets in a variety of colors and markings. Size 8.5cm/3.5 inches high. DK weight yarn. Designed by Cher Marcus.
Earbud Cozy
Cover for Airpods or other earbuds case to protect it or attach it to a lanyard or a tracker. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Sara Stewart.
Strawberry Mouse
Whimsical toy of a hybrid mouse and strawberry. Would also make a great cat toy. Uses scraps of leftover DK weight yarn. Designed by The Knit Guru.
Pencil Dolls
Easy pencil toppers with doll heads knit flat. Uses scraps of leftover DK weight yarn. Designed by Wendy Phillips.
Wooly Sheep
This cute little sheep toy is perfect as a small pocket friend or key chain. Height: approx. 5 cm / 2”. Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Maria Sølvtofte. A kit is also available.
Crafty Case
These little cases are perfect for keeping craft tools handy such as crochet hook, ruler, needle gauge, small scissors, and more. Knit with seed stitch in a simple square, then folded to make pockets. Designed to use up many small scraps of leftover DK weight yarn. Designed by Frankie Brown.
Animal Pockets
Small garter stitch pockets that are the perfect size for gift cards or small treats. Knit flat in garter stitch. Add buttons and embroidery for faces. DK weight yarn. Designed by Marianna's Lazy Daisy Days.
More Free Patterns
Christmas Nordic Hairband
Headband with holiday motifs including reindeers, hearts, and trees with elastic in back, so it will fit both adults and children. DK weight yarn. Designed by Snoo's Knits.
Triceratops
Small dinosaur toy measures about 4.75 in/12 cm long from nose to tail. Uses scraps of Aran weight yarn. Wyoming Triceratops designed by Luna Knitting.
Gift Card Cozies
Four gift card holders in four different styles: plain stockinette, garter rib, mock cables, and a simple lace panel. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Distracted Knits.
Tea Bags Basket
Tiny basket with handle that's perfect for holding small treats or gifts. Knit flat. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by knitvana.
Cup Hug
Cup cozy sleeve with stripes. DK weight yarn. Designed by Amanda Berry.
Bracelets
Four easy bracelet cuff covers including two cabled patterns, a bobble designs, and seed stitch. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Lion Brand.
Tiny Baby Nest
Small doll in a little sleeping bag knit flat. DK weight yarn. Designed by Marianna's Lazy Daisy Days.
Sachet or Gift Bag
Small bags with options for three Fair-Isle patterns. Size about 4in/10cm high. Fingering weight yarn. Stay or Sachet Away designed by Mona Zillah.
Button Rings
Easy ring with buttons added for decoration. Fun way to use up scraps of yarn and odd buttons, and create a quick gift. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Frankie Brown.
Patterns for Purchase
10 Busy Little Bears
Teddy bear comfort dolls with outfits. Size 10cm (4 in). DK weight yarn. Designed by dollytime
Wee House Brooch and Key Ring
Small house knitted on straight needles with sewn on embellishments. Customize for great housewarming gift. Approximately 4.5cm (2ins) x 3.5cm (1.5 ins). DK weight yarn. Designed by handknittedthings. Great use for scrap yarn!
- See more pics and get the knitting pattern on Etsy
- Get the Heart Shaped Key Rings like those pictured at Amazon
- Get Home Sweet Home ribbon like those pictured at Etsy
Clever Fox Cord Holder
This clever and adorable fox can’t wait to carry your earbuds, charger, or any other small cord you need organized. He’s great for throwing in your purse so your cords don’t get tangled, or keeping on your desk to tidy up your cords and make you smile! Great stashbuster for leftover yarn because it uses just 30 - 50 yards (27 - 46 m) of Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Rebekah Wilce
Knitting Themed Pins or Fridge Magnets
Knit these tiny knitting needles with a small project and yarn ball that can be used as jewelry, refrigerator magnet or ornament. Each pin measures approx 3 ½ x 2 ½ ins & uses tiny amounts of DK yarn. Perfect gift for knitters!
Snowman Tree Topsy-Turvy Inside-Out Toy
This toy flips inside-out transforming the snowman into a tree. One of the 12 patterns from Topsy-Turvy Inside-Out Knit Toys. Pictured project by NanaMama. Designed by Susan B. Anderson
