The top 18 free knitting patterns on my blog in November including cardigans, sweaters, baby clothes, blankets, cowls, mittens, more, plus bonus of the top for purchase patterns. Most patterns are free. Updated 12/29/25
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Free Patterns
Jasseron Pullover Sweater
Duet inspired pullover with feminine lace sleeves and ballet neckline contrasting with a casual body. Sizes XS to 3X. Sport weight yarn. Designed by Becky Wolf for Knitty.
Cozy Cable Cowl
Cowl with cozy neck that flares to warm collar, knit in large cables. Super Bulky yarn. Designed by Purl Soho.
Merry Fair Isle Knit Ornaments
Five globe ornament designs including Christmas trees, hearts, stars, crosses, and zigzag designs in two colors. Size Approx 4¼" [11 cm] diameter. Designed by Patons. DK weight yarn. 2 balls of 100g (one in each color) creates all 10 ornaments.
Meadow Sunset Wrap
Capelet shrug with sleeves that can be worn a variety of ways. Sizes S to 3XL. Bulky weight yarn. Designed by JoJo Knitwear. A kit is also available.
Freya Baby Set
Matching baby cardigan jacket, baby blanket, mittens, and hat knit with a 4 row repeat slipped stitch pattern. Sizes Sweater: 3 to 6 months. DK weight yarn. Designed by marianna mel
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Diagonal Twist Scarf
Easy scarf with a chevron texture created with a 4 row repeat twisted stitch pattern. Designed by Purl Soho. Worsted weight yarn.
Lisbeth Baby Blanket
Elegant and timeless piece with a cross stitch texture and a moss stitch edge. Size Width: 23.6“ / 59 cm Length: 30“ / 75 cm but you can easily adjust the width and length of your blanket. Designed by Anja Heumann. DK weight yarn. Available in English and German. May only be free a limited time.
Intarsia Cabled Scarf
Richly cabled scarf with a Celtic cable design in at least two colors using intarsia. Includes photo tutorial. Designed by Johan Schneiders. Aran weight yarn.
More Free Patterns
Cropped Cardigan
V-neck cardigan with three-quarter sleeves knit with an 8 row repeat diamond lace and cables pattern. Sizes S to 4XL. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Therese Chynoweth.
Rory Gilmore Sweater
Re-creation of the oversized cable knit sweater Rory wears in Gilmore Girls pilot. Tunic length featuring diamond cables with moss stitch framed with rope cables and more moss stitch. One Size 48" bust. Includes instructions to adapt size. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Gia.
Easy Scalloped Washcloth and Hand Towels
The scalloped edges of this towel set turns garter stitch into home fashion. Set of Washcloth, Small Towel, and Large Towel. Sizes 3 mo to 6yr. DK weight yarn. Designed by Purl Soho.
Bike Helmet Ear Muffs
Easy knitting pattern to create ear warmers that slip over the straps of a bike helmet and stay in place to protect your ears in cooler weather. Designed by Kristin Briney
Peanut Shape Dog
Dog softie inspired by famous beagle with floppy ears and spots and ready to dance his way into your heart. Size 7 inches. DK weight yarn. Dog Peanut Shape Snoop designed by Kathy Pieprzyk.
Dulaan Baby Jumper
Baby pullover sweater with cute henley v-neck knit flat in one piece and seamed. Cuff stitches are picked up but you can substitute a different cuff if you want. Sizes customizable with different weight yarn. Designed by Sarah Bradberry. Pictured project by cjw
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Super Simple Bulky Brioche Crossover
Versatile buttoned cowl knit with a 2 row repeat brioche stitch. Includes video tutorials. Uses one skein 100 - 109 yards (91 - 100 m) of Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Natalia Elam.
Goldfish Mittens
Amy Christoffers designed these mittens for toddlers but they can be customized for bigger sizes.
Harrisville Slippers
Slippers knit flat on 2 needles and seamed. The marled colors are creating by knitting with 2 strands of worsted or dk weight yarn held together to make it Bulky weight and a quick knit. Designed by Whitney Hayward. May only be free for a limited time.
I’m a Hoot Hat
This pattern for an owl baby hat comes with a free video tutorial. Sizes: 6-12 months and 18-24 months. Designed by Bernat.
Bonus: Top 7 For-Purchase Patterns
Sampler Stitch Armwarmers
One of of a set of 8 under sleeve cuff patterns from 1869 that have been translated into modern terms for today's knitter. 4 Knit, 1 Knit with option for crochet cuff, 3 Crochet. Perfect for Steampunk and historical costumes and cosplay. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Jamie Quick and Brandy Foersch.
Snowflake Vest
Slipover sleeveless top with a graphic snowflake on the front that wraps around to the back. Size XS to 2XL. Aran weight yarn. Designed by QQYarnOver
Baby and Child Cardigan and Sweater Sirdar
Round neck pullover and v-neck cardigan in 12 row basketweave or brick texture. Sizes 0-6 Mths, 6-12 Mths, 1-2 Yrs, 2-3 Yrs, 4-5 yrs, 6-7 yrs. Designed by Sirdar. Aran weight yarn.
Beagle Puppy Knitting Pattern
Life-sized toy dog knit flat. Height: 30 cm 12in long not including tail. Includes video tutorial. Designed by Claire Garland.
Sidewinder Beanie Hat
Easy hat with chunky, swirling texture that knits up quickly. Advanced beginner project that requires a basic knowledge of knitting terminology and knitting in the round. Pattern includes instructions for 2 different yarn weights: super bulky (weight 6) or bulky (weight 5). Uses one skein of either weight: 78 yards of super bulky yarn / 85 yards of bulky yarn. Designed by Aspen Leaf Knits
One Skein Crescent Shawl
Easy shawl knit in stripes of stockinette and mesh lace. Uses one skein of fingering weight yarn. Designed by Brian Smith.
Brighten Baby Blanket
Easy blanket designed to be a simple, natural and timeless blanket. Included are instructions for both a baby blanket size and the throw size. It is ideal for beginners to make because it is made up of basic knit and purl stitches, yet the different sections keep it interesting. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Deborah O'Leary.
