The top 18 free knitting patterns on my blog including women's sweaters, scarves, blankets, kid's clothes, more plus bonus of the top for purchase patterns. Most patterns are free. Updated 10/26/26
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Free Patterns
Bike Handle Bar Mitts
I guess people somewhere are getting cooler weather because this was the most popular pattern in October by far! 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.
Halskrage / Neck Collar
Easy buttoned neckwarmer cowl knit flat in one piece with an 8 row repeat cable, welted rib, and seed/moss stitch border. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Karin Börjesson. Available in English and Swedish
- Get the free knitting pattern. English version is at bottom of the page.
- See the Ravelry page
- See more Cable Cowl Knitting Patterns
Basket Weave Baby Sweater
Baby cardigan with collar knit with an 8 row repeat basketweave texture. Sizes birth to 6-7 months. DK weight yarn. Designed by Carole Barenys.
South Marysburgh Slippers
Tailored slippers that knit up quickly, have a flexible length, and include an optional edging that is easily customized. 4 sizes. Uses one skein 100 - 120 yards (91 - 110 m) of Worsted Weight Yarn. Designed by sam lamb
Winter Warmer
Easy beginner pullover poncho-style top knit in two rectangles with a 4 row repeat lace stitch and seamed. Great for layering over sweaters. Need to use basic stitches and basic lace knitting. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Michele C Meadows.
Cozy Cottage Socks
Easy tube socks knit without heel flap with a ribbed cuff. Uses one skein of Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Brome Fields. Web version is free.
- Get the free knitting pattern (web version)
- Get the pdf version
- See more Tube Sock Knitting Patterns
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.
Braided Scarf
Fun scarf with sections of woven i-cord incorporated in can be worn many different ways. Quick knit in super bulky yarn. Designed by Susan B. Anderson. Pictured project by FiveSticks
More Free Patterns
Latu Hat
Slouchy beanie hat, sized from baby to adult with a little cable detail on the side. Pattern includes charts and written pattern. Rated easy by Ravelrers. Sizes XS(S, M, L) Fits to 6 months old(1-2 yrs old, 3-6 yrs old, adult). Designed by Meiju K-P. DK weight yarn. Available in English and Finnish.
Train Sweater
Child’s long-sleeved pullover with train and tracks motifs. Sizes 2 yrs/92 cl (4 yrs /104 cl) 6 yrs /116 cl (8 yrs /128 cl) 10 yrs /140 cl. Futfut designed by Karen S. Lauger for Filcolana. Available in English, Danish, and German
Lofty Lacy Baby Blanket
Easy baby blanket is a quick knit with super bulky yarn. 12 row repeat lace pattern with all the wrong side rows just purl stitches. Written instructions or charts. Designed by Yarnspirations.
Cloudy the Bat
Toy bat softie with a name inspired the the fact that a group of bats in flight is called a cloud. Designed by Esmerelda Peabody Jones. Approximately 6".
Rupe Cable Scarf
A simple 8 row repeat cabled scarf for a man or a woman. Any weight yarn. Designed by Annie Bell. Pictured project by jaderae.
Otso Bear Toy
These adorable bears can be knit flat or in the round. Designed by Sophie Scott for Loop, London. Finished height: 28cm / 11in tall Scroll all the way down the page to get the patterns.
Easy Going Vest
Garter stitch cropped cardigan vest in 3 pieces and seamed. Rated easy by the designer and I think it would be suitable for an advanced beginner. Designed by by Cynthia Yanok for Red Heart. Sizes Small to XX-Large. Chunky weight yarn.
Cardigan to Love
Linda Cyr’s cardigan sweater features flared lace skirt and sleeve hems. Sizes S,M,L,1X,2X
Easy Tweed Blanket
Easy afghan texture in just knit and purl stitches. Designed by Patons UK
Bonus: Top 6 For-Purchase Patterns
Mice Amigurumi
Patterns for various mouse toys with outfits, including baby mouse, mouses with dresses, sweaters, and pants. Sizes from 5 inches (baby mouse) to 8 inches tall depending on pattern. Detailed patterns with photos. Designed by Elves World. DK weight yarn.
Mariele's Cable Lace Baby Blanket
Lovely stitch pattern with cable and lace wings or petals framing a diamond shape. 3 sizes: Stroller: approx. 30 " x 35" or 76 cm x 89 cm. Receiving: approx. 40" x 40" or 102 cm x 102 cm. Crib: approx. 45" x 60 " or 114 cm x 152 cm. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by heaventoseven.
Winged Dragon Kimono Sweater
This reversible double knit pullover sweater features a winged dragon wrapping around the sweater. 7 sizes, XS through XXXL. Designed by Tania Richter.
Unisex Blanket Scarf
Oversized scarf worked in knit and purl stitches to create textures and designs. Suitable for men and women. Size 48 x 250 cm / 19 x 98.4 in. Designed by JustEasyKnitting.
Into the Echo Shawl
Slipped stitch mosaic triangular shaped shawl, knit from tip to edge. From a zigzag stripe body to diamond border, the pattern motifs are created using one color per row. Designed by Cheryl Faust. Sport weight yarn.
Pops of Rainbow Throw
4 columns of 5 striped squares (total of 20 squares) in two colors are worked bottom to top and then put together to make up this blanket. Great stash buster and portable project! Blanket as shown: 60" (152 cms) x 44" (112 cms). Any gauge or weight yarn.
