The top 18 free knitting patterns on my blog in November including slippers, mittens, sweaters, blankets, shawls, toys, ponchos, more, plus bonus of the top for purchase patterns. Most patterns are free. Updated 12/1/25
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Free Patterns
Starry Textured Beanie
2 color pompom hat knit with the star or daisy stitch with a zigzag brim. Designed by Kristin Baird. Bulky weight yarn.
Noble Crescent Shawl
Crescent-shaped lace shawl alternating garter stitch, 2 row mesh lace, and stockinette. DK weight yarn. Designed by Cheryl Beckerich for Cascade Yarns.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- See the Ravelry page
- Get the recommended Cascade Yarns ® Noble Cotton yarn (60 shades)
- See more Crescent ShawlKnitting Patterns
Case in Point DPN Pockets
Kristin Briney’s holder for double pointed needles uses pockets to organize your dpns. Be sure to check out the projects for customization ideas. Pictured project by digibron.
Desert Boots Slippers
These easy slippers are are knit flat on straight needles. Shared by Elise Brand from a pattern by her aunt. Rated very easy by Ravelrers. Pictured project by flyingcat
- Get the free knitting pattern at the Internet archive
- See the Ravelry page
- See more Easy Slipper Knitting Patterns
Commuter Mitts
Cabled convertible fingerless gloves with a folded ribbed cuff that can be buttoned in a variety of ways to keep your hands warm and your fingers free. Worsted. Designed by Stephanie Sun for Knitty
Gansey Poncho
The poncho is knit in a single long panel that is folded in half and sewn together along one side, with an opening left for the neck. The sideways construction made this look crocheted to me but it’s knit! Designed by Premier Yarns.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- Get the recommended Premier® Yarns Serenity® Chunky on Amazon
- See more Gansey Knitting Patterns
Triangles Hexagon Blanket
Garter stitch triangles knit in strips and seamed together with a clever construction that makes knitting the geometric colorwork a breeze. Rated easy by the designer.Designed by Bernat. Quick knit in super bulky weight yarn.
Escalator Mitts
These fingerless mitts feature stockinette triangles made with short rows. Great stashbuster! Designed by Tiina Huhtaniemi. Pictured project by Juliemross
More Free Patterns
Marakata Cowl
Cozy squishy cowl worked in the round with a 5 row repeat textured stitch. Uses one skein of worsted weight yarn. Rated easy by Ravelrers. Designed by Stella Egidi.
Celtic Dancer Slippers
DROPS Design created these cuffed slippers with two cable patterns. Pictured project by Carmela-Biscuit
Corset Fingerless Mitts
Penelope Privett’s handwarmers are inspired by corset design and easy to make. Pictured project by CiaraNiamh
Jamestown Pullover
Amy Christoffers designed relaxed pullover featuring easy basketweave cable on the front and more cables on the sleeves. Sizes Sizes XS, S, M, L, 1X, 2X, 3X
Chevrons and Blocks Baby Blanket or Lap Throw
Blanket created with just knit and purl stitches in a textured 32 row repeat. Written instructions and chart provided. Size: 40” square. Bulky weight yarn. Textured Lap Throw designed by Lorna Miser for Cascade Yarns.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- See the Ravelry page
- Get the recommended Cascade Yarns® Pacific® Chunky
- See more Quick Baby Blanket Knitting Patterns
Cloudburst Fingerless Mitts
Lace fingerless mitts. Fingering yarn. Designed by Arienne Grey.
Stripey Baby Dungarees
Becky Smith designed these overalls that are roomy enough for diapers with , with legs that open for changes. Sizes 0-3m, 3-6m, 6-12m, 12-18m, 18-24m
Owl Loveys
MJay’s design is based on the Lion Brand Bunny Buddy. The body is knit flat with increases and decreases creating the diamond shape. The head is a double knit square that is then stuffed.
Buddy Bears
Cuddly teddy bears knit in garter stitch that can be finished in an evening or two. Uses one skein of the recommended yarn.
Bike Handle Bar Mitts
Slip these mitts on a bike to keep your fingers warm when cycling on those chilly mornings but free to grip the bar and levers. Designed by Gretchen Buwalda. DK weight yarn.
Bonus: Top 7 For-Purchase Patterns
Shoots and Ladders Afghan
This award-winning afghan knitting pattern designed by Susan Kerin is knit in strips of leaf motifs and seed stitch. Winner in Herrschners Knit Afghans 2006 National Afghan Contest.
The Original Brianna's Capelet
The designer of the original capelet worn by Brianna in season 4 episode 9 has published her updated knitting pattern. The original capelet was purchased by Outander's costume designer and used in the show. This versatile capelet can be worn many different ways. Designed by Knitsome Studio who also sells finished capelets if you don't knit.
- See more pics and get the knitting pattern on Etsy
- Get the recommended Lion Brand Scarfie yarn
- Get a made-to-order capelet from the original designer Knitsome Studio
- See more Outlander Knitting Patterns
Lee Baby Blanket
Reversible blanket featuring all-over 2-stitch cable twists are worked without a cable needle. The design features two sizes, one for baby (shown) and a larger Throw version.Pattern is written for advanced beginning knitters, ready to keep track of several easy stitch patterns. DK weight yarn. Designed by KateOatesTotToppers
Lil Rosebud Baby Dress
This seamless little top down dress / tunic top from OGE Designs is an easy knit, worked in garter stitch with a simple leaf pattern forming the front borders, then cascading down the sides. Sizes, 3 months — 6 months — 12 months — 18 months — 2 years — 4 years — 6 years
Dreams of Ireland Afghan
Prize-winning afghan pattern features panels of honeycomb cables and diamond cables that are sewn together. One of the patterns in Classic Afghans, available as an ebook or paperback.
Alaya Top
Eyelet lace pullover top worked flat. Uses the simplest of shapes and easiest of textures with basic stitches, according to the designer, who says it is suitable for beginners. Length is easily adjustable Sizes XS/S, M/L, XL/2XL. Designed by April Miller. Worsted weight yarn.
Baby Poncho Blanket
Little Mouse Carseat Poncho is a cabled baby blanket with hood that can be used as a poncho, car seat cover with or without hood, or blanket. Designed by Weiyan Huang
Mistral Scarf
Lightweight lace scarf with eyelet mesh lace and zigzag edge. Rated easy by designer. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Lavender Hill Knits
