The 24 most popular free knitting patterns on my blog, plus bonus of the most popular for-purchase patterns. Most patterns are free.
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Free Patterns
#1 Yinyang Kitty Socks
This was the most popular pattern by far with twice as many saves as the next top pattern. Toe-up ankle socks with a kitty chart on the toe and foot and a simple short-row heel. Designed by Geena Garcia
#2 Cedar Hill Pullover
This long-sleeved sweater features ribbed sleeves and high low hem with stockinette body and v-neck. 4 pieces. Uses US size 8 and 7 needles and 1215 yards of worsted weight yarn. Sizes S/M (L/XL, 1X/2X). Designed by Lion Brand.
#3 Long Weekend Cardigan
This long-sleeved sweater can be knit in 3 different lengths and features a 4 row repeat Basket Rib Pattern. Sizes XS to 5X Designed by Patons. Pictured project by NovelKnitGirl
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- Get the recommended yarn on Amazon
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#4 Sassy Slippers
Easy garter stitch slippers knit flat and seamed. Includes instructions for pompoms. Designed by Lion Brand for Joann. Worsted weight yarn.
- Get the free PDF knitting pattern - download link below kit info
- Get the recommended Wool-Ease Hand-Dyed Yarn
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#5 Farmhouse Dishtowels
Classic style slip stitch dish cloths knit with a 2 row repeat for the body with a 4 repeat stitch for the color trim. Designed by Purl Soho. Sport weight.
#6 Tassel Clutch
The Knitted purse with beads and tassel features a 1 row repeat stitch pattern. Finished size: 21 cm x 13 cm x 2 cm. Designed by Gabriela Lupu
#7 Squeaky Mitts
Melanie Gall’s gerbil-inspired motif can be used on fingerless mitts and mittens but also has been adapted for hats and more. Pictured project by mimouna
#8 Owl Fingerless Gloves
Fingerless mitts with a cute owl cable knit in the round. Designed by Janis Frank. Aran weight yarn. Web version is free.
- Get the free knitting pattern - web version
- Buy the PDF knitting pattern at Lovecrafts
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#9 Cabled Vest With Pockets
Sleeveless cardigan sweater vest with Wandering Cables on front and back on seed stitch background. Sizes XS/S, M/L, 1X/2X. Designed by Lion Brand Yarn. Super Bulky weight yarn.
- Get the free knitting pattern - pdf version - scroll down kit page to Download Free Pattern
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#10 Happy Hippo Hat
Cassandra May at Little Red Window designed this knit baby hat that gets its personality from a some easy pieces. The 12 month size pattern is free at her website. Printable pdf version and other sizes from newborn to 2T are available on Etsy.
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- Get the pdf version and additional sizes on Etsy
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#11 Graham
Easy unisex slouchy beanie hat features a broken rib stitch. Designed by Jennifer Adams Pictured project by eLoomanator
#12 No Purl Ribbed Reversible Scarf
Knit with a 2-row repeat Cartridge Belt Rib stitch that uses slip stitches to create ribbing without purls. Designed by Purl Soho. Pictured project by HandSoOnKnits. 2 Sizes: 8 ½ inches wide x 64 (80) inches long. Rated easy by most Ravelrers
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#13 Stack Up Blocks Blanket
Afghan knit in a tumbling blocks stitch pattern that gives a 3-dimensional look in only knit and purl stitches. Written instructions or chart. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Bernat for Joanns.
#14 6 Row Repeat Cable Scarf
Ribbed scarf with a simple cable creates an elegant scarf in a 6 row repeat. Because it's ribbed, I think it is probaby reversible. Rated easy by the designer. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Bernat.
#15 Dreambaby Baby Afghan
JoAnne Turcotte designed this easy yet beautiful blanket with squares bordered by purl and garter stitch ridges. Four sizes, from doll size to crib size. Pictured project is by assia90
#16 Love the Winter Hat
Emily Dormier’s beanie features a heart motif in stranded colorwork. Four sizes: baby, child, adult small, and adult large
#17 Garter Blocks Blanket
Quick afghan blanket knit with a grid of garter stitch and stockinette blocks separated by lines of cables. Quick knit in Super Bulky weight yarn. Size Approx 55” x 61” [139.5 x 155 cm]. Designed by Yarnspirations.
#18 Flower Scarf
Robyn Diliberto’s fast project is knit in fisherman’s rib and finished with a knitted flower and button. Pictured project is by chocoJ
#19 Baby Slipover Vest
Buttons on the shoulder make it easy to dress baby in this pullover v-neck vest. Sizes To Fit Age: 0 to 24 Months. DK weight yarn. Designed by Jenny Watson for West Yorkshire Spinners.
#20 Brianna's Reunion Capelet
Inspired by Brianna's Capelet in season 4 episode 9, this wrap is knit in garter stitch and shaped with short rows. Capelet can be easily adjusted for different sizes by adding/removing pattern repeats. Quick knit in bulky weight yarn. Designed by Scottish Princess for the Facebook group Outlander Pattern Central.
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- Brianna's original costume was created by Knitsome Studio who offers finished capelets for sale.Get the pattern from the original designer Knitsome Studio
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#21 Ear Warmer for Baseball Hat
The brim of your baseball hat fits through the slit in Susan Snyder’s ear warmer design to keep your ears warm when you’re wearing your favorite hat. Other designers have adapted for riding helmets and driving caps.
#22 Sock Giraffe
Bobbi Padgett was inspired by Sock Monkeys to create a giraffe toy. The pictured project by jillybean22679 has some modifications.
#23 Cross Roads Cable Blanket
Lush afghan with 3 different cable panels. Written instructions or charts. Video tutorial included. Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Gayle Bunn for Yarnspirations.
#24 Three Color Sweater
Long-sleeved color-blocked pullover knit in stockinette with a 2 row repeat rice stitch. Knit flat seamed. Women's Size XS/S, M, L, XL, 2/3XL, 4/5XL. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Yarnspirations Design Studio.
Bonus: Top 6 For-Purchase Patterns
#1 Inca Vest Wrap
Seamless sleeveless cardigan knit sideways in garter stitch and is versatile enough to be worn in several ways. Quick knit in super bulky yarn. Suitable for beginners according to designer, laurimukspatterns.
#2 Rocking Horse Baby Blanket
Easy blanket features rocking horse motifs in knit and purl stitches. The designer says it is suitable for beginners. Designed by Le Petit Mouton.
#3 Dog Costumes
A variety of individual dog hoods, masks, hats, and costumes for Halloween or fun any time including Cthulhu, Unicorn, Raggedy Ann wig, Dinosaur, and Bee. Designed by LuckyFoxKnits. The designer also sells finished hats.
- Get the Cthulhu Dog Hood knitting pattern on Etsy
- Get the Unicorn Dog Hood knitting pattern on Etsy
- Get the Raggedy Ann Dog Hat knitting pattern on Etsy
- Get the Dinosaur Dog Hood knitting pattern on Etsy
- Get the Bee Dog Costume knitting pattern on Etsy
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#4 Diamond Love Baby Blanket
Baby blanket with a design of garter stitch hearts bordered by eyelet lace diamonds. 3 sizes: Small: 66.5cm x 78cm, Medium: 93.5cm x 96cm, Large- 120.5cm x 132cm. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by KnitSewMake.
#5 Cable and Twists Throw
Panels of beautiful, rich cables are knit separately, then sewn together to create this stunning throw. One of the patterns in Classic Afghans, available as an ebook or paperback.
#6 Convertible Garter Vest
Easy versatile vest with buttons can be worn many ways. There is no shaping or blocking to be done, and only simple stitches are used throughout the pattern. Suitable for a beginner according to the designer. Designed by The Knit Knot.
