The 22 most popular free knitting patterns posted in 2022 on my blog, plus bonus of the most popular for-purchase patterns. Most patterns are free.
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Free Patterns
Timbo Vest
This was the most popular pattern of 2022, about 4x more popular than the second top pattern.
Pullover vest knit in a 2 round repeat broken rib. Knit seamlessly in one piece top down. Sizes Bust 30" (33") 36" (39.5") 43.5" /76cm (84cm) 92cm (100cm) 110cm Designed by Gabriella Calderini. Bulky weight yarn.
- Get free knitting pattern
- See more Easy Vest Knitting Patterns
- See more Broken Rib Knitting Patterns
Encore Sampler Baby Blanket or Throw
Blanket knit different stripes of texture including Annette’s Rib, Checkerboard, Diagonal Texture, Diamonds, Vertical Dashes, Diagonal Stitch, Stocking Stitch Ridges, Tiny Bows, Mackerel Scales, and more. 2 Sizes Baby Blanket 24” x 28.5” and Afghan 45” x 51”. Designed by Plymouth Yarn Design Studio. Worsted weight yarn.
Mushrooms
Softie toy mushrooms knit flat including Magic Mushroom at 4”, Earl Grey Mushroom at 4", and Mini Earl Grey Mushroom at 3". Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Tatyana Grigoryan who has other mushroom patterns for purchase.
- Get the free Magic Mushroom knitting pattern
- Get the free Earl Grey Mushroom knitting pattern
- Get the free Mini Earl Grey Mushroom knitting pattern
- See more Mushroom Knitting Patterns
Seattle Fingerless Mitts
Easy fingerless mitts knit flat in an 8 row basketweave pattern. Rated easy by Ravelrers. DK, Worsted, and Aran weight yarn. Designed by Nancy Ricci for Getting Purly With It.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- See the Ravelry page
- See more Mitts Knit Flat Knitting Patterns
- See more Basketweave Knitting Patterns
Cuddly Critters
Animal softie knit with a basic shape that can be modified to make a bear, bunny and puppy. Includes pattern for 3 different styles of jackets that are removable and interchangeable. Size freely sit at approx. 7” (without ears). Designed by Lorraine Pistorio. DK weight yarn. May only free a limited time.
Overlapping Leaves Blanket
Blanket throw knit with an overall leaf lace design. Size Approx. 45”x 47”. Written instructions and charts. Aran weight yarn. Designed by KnittingUnlimited
- Get the free knitting pattern
- See the Ravelry page
- See more Back to Nature Blanket Knitting Patterns
Tyler's Cabled Vest
This dog coat made up of 2 pieces knit flat: a 8 row repeat cabled back panel and a stocking stitch/ribbed tummy panel.Panels are sewn together, with openings left for the front legs. Sizes small and medium for dog's chest sizes 14-22 inches. Designed by Joann Rogers
Greenwich Sweater
Classic pullover sweater knit in textured fisherman’s rib pattern. Sizes To fit: 32-34, 36-38, 40-42, 44-46, 48-50 inches. Designed by Martin Storey. DK weight yarn.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- See Easy Sweater Knitting Patterns
- See more Fisherman's Rib Knitting Patterns
Comfy Cabled Fingerless Gloves
Fingerless mitts knit with a 4 round repeat cable design. Designed by Leelee Knits. Fingering weight yarn. Web version is free.
- Get the free knitting pattern (web version)
- Get the pdf version on Ravelry
- See more Cable Handwear Knitting Patterns
Downtown Cardigan
Cardigan sweater knit flat in garter stitch. Sizes XS/S, M/L, XL/2X, 3X/4X. Web version is free. PDF is for purchase. Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Stephanie Jessica Lau.
- Get the free knitting pattern - Web version
- Buy printable pdf
- See more Garter Sweater Knitting Patterns
Lili Cuddly Doll
Doll with a dress with two different stitch patterns, ballerina shoes and a headscarf/shawl. All accessories are removable. This lovely doll measures 34cm/13in and is knit in the round in one piece with the arms joined along as you knit. Stuffing is added as you go. Sport weight yarn. Designed by Louise Lamarche. Additional clothing patterns available.
More Free Patterns
No Ordinary Wednesday
Pullover sweater with lace diamonds of moss stitch and stockinette triangles. Designed by Selfmade. Bulky weight yarn.
- Get the free knitting pattern (download link is below image on pattern page)
- See the Ravelry page
- See more Moss Stitch Knitting Patterns
Gentle Breeze Baby Jacket
Baby cardigan knit with a wavy zigzag pattern. Sizes 0 - 3 months and 6 months. DK weight yarn. Designed marianna mel for marianna's lazy daisy days.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- See the Ravelry page
- See more Top Buttoned Baby Cardigan Knitting Patterns
Penguin Buddy
Cuddly penguin softie toy stands about 7.5” (19 cm) tall. Versions for knitting or crochet. Web version is free. PDF is for purchase. DK weight yarn. Designed by Briana K Designs.
- Get the free knitting pattern - Web version
- Get the free crochet version
- Get printable pdf - KNIT
- Get printable pdf - CROCHET
- See more Knit or Crochet Knitting Patterns
Love Dog Vest
This dog coat with a heart motif in intarsia. Easily customized to a variety of sizes. Designed by Joann Rogers
Down-Home Pocket Shawl
Easy shawl knit with a 4 row repeat texture with pockets to carry important items and finished with fringe. Knit with 2 strands of worsted weight yarn held together. Designed by Tonja Pe Benito for Pink Plumeria Maui. Web version is free. PDF available for purchase
- Get the free knitting pattern - web version
- Buy the PDF knitting pattern
- Get the kit at Lion Brand
- See more More Than a Shawl Knitting Patterns
Hans my Hedgehog
Cute hedgehog toy knit flat. Finished size: Large version approx. 9 in (23 cm) long. Small versions 2 in. (6 cm) & 3 in. (8 cm) long. Designed by Margaret Bloom who says they are suitable for beginners. Rated easy by Ravelrers.
- Get the LARGE VERSION free knitting pattern
- Get the SMALL VERSION free knitting pattern
- See the Ravelry page
- See more Easy Toy Knitting Patterns
Gingko Leaf Blanket
Blanket knit with a 14 row repeat lace pattern. Size Approx. 38”x 42” which is perfect for lap or baby blanket. Designed by KnittingUnlimited. DK weight yarn.
Amora Sweater
Child sized pullover sweater with heart motifs. Sizes Chest 15" to 20". Designed by FRAYA. Bulky weight yarn. Available in English, Danish, German, Norwegian, Swedish
- Get the free knitting pattern - free download link is below photo
- See the Ravelry page
- See more Heart Sweater Knitting Patterns
Pure Comfort Cardigan
Cardigan in a longer style with pockets and a Fisherman’s Rib shawl collar, perfect for a cozy everyday cardigan. Designed by Andrea Yetman for Biscotte Yarns. DK weight yarn.
- Get the free knitting pattern. Add to cart at Biscotte site and check out without payment.
- See the Ravelry page
- See more Shawl Collar Cardigan Knitting Patterns
Curly Snakes
Cute toy snake that coils adorably with variations including dinosaur/dragon, unicorn, glasses and mustache, and bowler hat. With sock yarn, the snake is approx 20cm long (8 in) but you can use any yarn weight. Designed by Becky Smith. Variations inspired by mascots of a Python coding conference.
Farm Friends Keyrings
Farm animal keyrings or bag charms featuring pairs of sheep, Highland cattle, or pigs. DK weight yarn. Designed by Louise Smith.
Bonus: Top For-Purchase Patterns
Children's Sweaters
Pullover sweaters knit with 4 row repeat Irish moss stitch and diamond cables. Options for round neck and v neck. Sizes 2-3 Years, 4-5 Years, 6-7 Years, 8-9 Years, 10-11 Years, 12-13 Years. Sweaters in Sirdar Supersoft Aran 2477. Aran weight yarn.
Waltz Lace Cardigan
Technically this was one of the top free knitting patterns. However I find the web version is difficult to get to so you might prefer to buy the pdf. Cardigan sweater with a dainty 8 row repeat lace pattern on the bodice and sleeves. Sizes To Fit Bust/Chest: 100(116)134 cm / 39¼(45¾)52¾ in. Designed by Lea Petäjä for Novita. Fingering weight yarn.
INSTRUCTIONS: At the pattern site, either click on print button below the cart button or scroll to botton, click on Pattern Instructions tab.
- Get the free knitting pattern - web version.
- Buy the pdf
- See the Ravelry page
- See more 8 Row Sweater Knitting Patterns
4 Beginner Dishcloths
4 dishcloth or afghan block patterns including Leaning, Mirror, Little Boxes, and Criss Cross, using just knit and purl stitches. Suitable for beginners according to designer. Great way to learn stitches to use for afghan blocks or other projects. Designed by OhLaLanaDesigns.
Cabled Sweater, Hat, and Blanket 1648
Matching set for babies and children including sweaters with cable detail down with either round neck or roll neck, beanie hat, and blanket. Sizes 3-6 Months, 6-12 Months, 1-2 Years, 3-4 Years, 5-6 Years. DK weight yarn. Designed by Sirdar.
Pocket Dogs
Set of 5 small dog softies including a Jack Russell, Pug, Rottweiler, German Shepherd and a Schnauzer! Designed by Amanda Berry, the dogs are knit flat on single pointed needles. Size 7.5cm to 8cm tall (3 inches). DK weight yarn.
4 Dishcloths
Set of four different washcloths with interesting stitch textures including 2 diamond patterns, a triangle texture, and a basketweave. Each washcloth finishes up approximately 9 inches square. Designed by Carolyn Stanton. DK weight yarn.
Sleeveless Top
Lace and cables create a brocade fabric for this feminine shell sleeveless top. The top is knit in two pieces and assembled. Sizes Chest 28 (32, 36, 40, 44, 48, 52, 56, 60)”. Designed by Jennifer Hagan. Sport weight yarn
Seton Portage Blanket
Blanket featuring a forest scene with stars or snowflakes. 3 sizes Baby Blanket, Throw, Blanket. Patterns for matching hat, scarf, cowl, and mitts. Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Monika Anna.
Animal Balaclavas
Individual patterns for reindeer, dinosaur, and fox hoods in sizes baby through adult. Sizes 6/12 months, Toddler, Child, Tween, Adult S, Adult M, Adult L. Designed by Jenny Nicole for Style Me Cozy Designs. Super Bulky weight yarn.
- Get the REINDEER knitting pattern
- Get the DINO knitting pattern
- Get the FOX knitting pattern
- See more Animal Hoodies and Hoods Knitting Patterns
Mini Lovey Blankie Menagerie
Baby animal toy loveys to cuddle. Includes lion, puppy, zebra, hippo, mouse, and cow. Great stashbuster and perfect baby shower gift! Designed by Rainebo
Livingstone Vest
Tabard style vest with a modern wrap around shape, worked seamlessly in all-over brioche stitch. Sizes to fit bust 28-30 (32-34, 36-38, 40-42, 44-46) [48-50, 52-54, 56-58, 60-62] inches. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Lily Kate France.
Frog
Frog toy softie is knitted on two straight needles in one piece, joining as you go. Finished Frog approx. 4 in long minus the legs. DK weight yarn. Designed by Claire Garland of Dot Pebbles Knits.
