Knitting patterns inspired by tea, such as hats, mitts, socks, cozies, wash cloths, and more. Updated 3/4/26
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Mug of Tea Toy
Whimsical amigurumi toy tea cup with its own removable fuzzie slippers. Knit flat. DK weight yarn. Designed by Jenny Church
Spill the Tea Towel
Dish cloth or towel with the words "Spill the Tea" in knit and purl stitches with borders of little crown and little fountain lace stitches. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Kristin Rhea.
Knitted Teabag
Pocket sized tea bag amigurumi toy knit flat. DK weight yarn. Designed by Jenny Church
Time For Tea Sign
Knitted banner with knit cakes, flower in vase, and message appliqued on knitted squares. Instructions are included for the letters needed for ‘Time For Tea’ but you can also use Frankie's Alphabet pattern to create a different message. Great gift! The finished picture measures 36 x 56 cm (14 x 22”). Great use for leftover yarn! Designed by Frankie Brown. DK weight yarn.
Must Have Coffee and You're My Cup of Tea Cloths
Dish or wash cloths for coffee and tea lovers with either a coffee mug or tea cup and a motto in knit and purl stitches. Designed by Louise Sarrazin. Aran weight yarn.
- Get the free Must Have Coffee knitting pattern
- Get the free You're My Cup of Tea knitting pattern
- See Wash Cloth Knitting Patterns
Bakeshop Afghan
Colorful lap blanket or throw with colorwork motifs of mugs, teapots, cookies, cupcakes, and more. Size: Size: About 30 x 35 in. (76 x 89 cm) Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Amy Bahrt
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Knitted/Felted Teacup and Saucer
Perfect for a child's tea party or home decoration. Size teacup 2 inches tall by 5 1/4 inches wide. Saucer is 5 inches in diameter. Designed by Anita M. Wheeless. Uses one skein of Aran weight yarn. A teapot pattern is also availale for purchase.
Tea Bags Basket
Tiny basket with handle that's perfect for holding small treats or gifts. Knit flat. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by knitvana.
Coffee Tea or Therapy Dishcloth
Coffee or tea cup shaped dish or wash cloth knit in garter stitch with options for edging and handle. The designer also has project instructions for adding a heart or adding a glimpse of the liquid in the cup. Rated easy by Ravelrers. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Carla Becker.
Tea Bag Basket
Easy basket by Knitvana that is great for scrap yarn and quick gifts. . Pictured project by Lauriebo who put the handle across the middle. Also a great Easter treat basket!
- Get the free knitting pattern – scroll down for the basket pattern
- See the Ravelry page
- See more Stashbuster Knitting Patterns
Hot Stuff Hat
Beanie with cups and the words of your favorie hot beverates: Coffee, Tea, Hot Chocolate. DK weight yarn. Designed by Mary Keenan.
Beans or Leaves Cup Cozy
Pattern includes a coffee bean and tea leaf chart to knit a stranded cozy for your favorite caffeine delivery system. Designed by Emily O'Brien. Fingering weight yarn.
Patterns for Purchase
Catchword Pullover
Time for Tea? This pullover sweater has the answer with fair isle patterns and the motto Time for Tea. Sizes 98 (106, 116, 128, 136)cm 39 (42, 46, 51, 54) in. Designed by Sharon Slarke.
A good afternoon well spent Socks
Socks featuring motifs for a favorite afternoon: a cup of tea, a slice of cake, and shelves and shelves of books to read. Knit cuff down with heel flap. Sizes 3 cuff sizes (s/m/l) and 9 foot lengths (UK size 3 - 11). Designed by Nadine Dransfield.
Kitchen Set: Tea, Coffee, and Sugar Labels
Includes patterns for two pretty and useful washcloths, and a set of jar labels (tea, coffee, sugar). Suitable for a beginner according to the designer, this would be a good introduction to knitting from a chart. Designed by Sarah Murray. DK weight yarn.
Cuppa Cozy
The unique cabled letters spell out “coffee” and “tea” in cursive in these statement cup cosies. Knit with 50 (55) yds sport-weight yarn. Fastened with ties to adapt to different sized mugs,
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