The top 18 free knitting patterns on my blog in May 2025 including shawls, cardigans, blankets, tops, scarves, more, plus bonus of the top for purchase patterns. Most patterns are free. Updated 5/26/25
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Free Patterns
Little Peacock Cardigan
#1 most popular pattern in May is this cute cropped short-sleeved cardigan with a dandelion stitch texture. Finished Bust Size 31 to 51”. DK weight yarn. Designed by Sarah Hoadley.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- Get the recommended Tahki Cotton Classic yarn on Amazon
- See more Cropped Cardigan Knitting Patterns
Ribbon Top
Sleeveless top knit with drop stitch wave pattern. The original pattern is for a crop top but the knitter of the pictured project just added additional repeats of the pattern for length. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Adriafil. Pictured project by julysnow. Great with multi-color yarn!
Arlequin Shawl
Triangular shaped shawl with color-blocks of 2 colors knit with alternating sections of stockinette and garter stitch. Size is customizable. Rated very easy by Ravelrers. Designed by peggy maxheim. Available in English and French. Fingering weight yarn. Pictured projects by the designer and CitizenQueen
Summer Snug
Lace cocoon cardigan is constructed of two pieces knit in the round and shaped with short rows. Designed by DROPS Design. Sizes S/M – L/XL – XXL /XXXL. Available in multiple languages.
Split Hem Cable Pullover
Long-sleeved tunic sweater with a variety of cables described in both written instructions and charts. Sizes XS/S, M, L, XL. Designed by Patons. Bulky weight yarn.
Textured Afghan
Web version free. Throw knit with a basketweave texture in just knit and purl stitches. Quick knit in Super Bulky yarn. About 42 x 52 in. (106.5 x 132 cm). Rated easy by the designer. Designed by Ubaldo Feliciano-Hernandez.
Komorebi Sweater
Long-sleeved pullover knit in stockinette with a 2 row repeat slipped stitch texture panel. Knit seamlessly from the bottom up. Sizes available: S, M, L, XL. Designed by Life Is Cozy.
Garter Stitch Cardigan
Sweater knit in garter stitch. Size: Age 3 to 12 Years. Quick knit in chunky yarn. Designed by Cygnet.
More Free Patterns
Your First Knit Sweater
Boat-necked long-sleeved pullover. Knit in 4 pieces. No picking up stitches. Sizes Small, Medium, Large, 1X, 2X, 3X and 4X. Designed by Marly Bird for Red Heart. Rated easy by Red Heart. Worsted weight yarn.
Key Cozies
These tiny key sweaters are great for identifying your keys, keeping them warm in winter, using up stash yarn and learning Magic Loop techniques. Designed by Liat Gat who has included an instructional video.
Classic Cables Scarf
Unisex scarf knit with an 8 row repeat cable pattern. Written instructions. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Lion Brand.
4 Row Repeat Chevron Ridges Throw
Open zigzag lace in a 4 row repeat makes this a cozy throw that keeps you warm without being too heavy. Knit with 2 strands of worsted held together makes this a quick project. Designed by Rebecca J. Venton for Red Heart.
- Get the free PDF knitting pattern at Yarnspirations
- Get the yarn at Yarnspirations
- See more Multi-Strand Afghan Knitting Patterns
Chill Begone Sweater Wrap
This shawl collared cardigan is knit side to side in two pieces and seamed/grafted and then the collar and hem are knit from picked up stitches. Sm/Med and Med/Lrg Designed by Linda Braley
Mountain Cabin Afghan
25 Blocks are worked separately, then sewn together. Each Block begins with a Center, then 8 Logs are worked around the Center. Great use for stash or scrap yarn. Designed by Irina Poludnenko for Lion Brand Yarn
Zig Zag Scarf
Get a cable look without knitting cables with this zigzag lace pattern. Quick knit in bulky yarn. Designed by Bernat.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- Get the recommended Bernat Roving
- See more Cozy Scarf Knitting Patterns
Lace Tank
Sleeveless top knit with a 4 row repeat lace stitch. Sizes S to 2XL. Designed by Cheryl Beckerich for Cascade Yarns. DK weight yarn.
Bunny Buddy Blanket
Baby lovey toy with body knit flat with increases and decreases creating the diamond shape. The head is a double knit square that is then stuffed. Optional paws are cast on stitches that are knotted. Depending on your gauge, the diamond can be square or elongated. Designed by Lion Brand. Pictured project by wesben
Reyna Shawl
Alternating mesh lace and stockinette sections of this triangle shaped shawl make it ideal for color-changing cake yarn or other multi-colored yarn. Designed by Noora Backlund. Rated easy by Ravelrers. Pictured shawls by amezri use just 1 skein of Lion Brand Mandala yarn each..
Bonus: Top 6 For-Purchase Patterns
Juniper Baby Set
Matching hooded double breasted modern jacket, pants, hat and booties for babies or dolls. Designed by UniqueKnitByCaroline.
Boxy Lodge Tee
Simply sophisticated lace cap-sleeved pullover sweater for an understated, chic look. Easy level knitting pattern and the techniques involved are knitting, purling, and slipping stitches. Looks like a 4 row repeat of eyelet moss stitch. Sizes XS, S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL, 4XL. Designed by Alexandra Tavel of Two of Wands. DK weight yarn. A kit is also available.
Double Basketweave Baby Blanket
Easy blanket uses just knit and purl stitches and is reversible with different interesting textures on either side.
- See more pics and get the knitting pattern on Etsy
- See more baby blanket patterns by Matilda’s Meadow
- See more Easy Baby Blanket Knitting Patterns
Puppy Dog Mittens
Adorable puppy mittens in sizes for the entire family! Sizes: 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, teen, women, men. Designer allows you to sell items made from this pattern! Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Aunt Janet's Designs.
Berry Pie Baby Blanket or Throw
Sampler blanket knit in alternating 9 different short-repeat stitch patterns. Knit as several vertical stripes of squares that are later sewn together so it's portable. You can combine yarns of different colors and of almost any weights so this is great for stashbusting and using up leftover yarn. Size is easily customizable. both written instructions and charts. Designed by Life Is Cozy.
- See more pics and get the knitting pattern on Lovecrafts
- See more Sampler Baby Blanket Knitting Patterns
Ciqala Arrowhead Sweater
Baby cardigan sweater is knitted from the bottom up, sleeves knitted separately, and then joined to the yoke. The only seaming required are the sleeve seams. The arrowhead lace detail on the yoke adds a lovely touch. Both written and charted instructions are included. Sizes 0 – 3 months -- 3 - 6 months -- 6 - 12 months -- 12 - 18 months. Sport weight yarn. Designed by OgeDesigns.
Reversible Baby Blanket
Easy blanket knit with a triangle stitch created with knit and purl stitches. 3 Sizes 22in*28in (55cm*70cm); 28in * 36in (70cm * 90cm); 35in * 43in (90cm * 110cm). DK weight yarn. Designed by belovedLT who says the patterns are suitable for beginners.
