Knitting patterns to make your journeys easier and more fun. Most patterns are free. Updated 7/14/2026
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Car Cup Holder Coasters
What a clever idea! Put these coasters in your console cup holders to absorb spills and drips. Then just wash and re-use. Uses just a few yars, less than one skein of Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Fishy071. May only be free for a limited time.
Textured Striped Backpack
Knapsack with pocket and folded flap knit flat with i-cord straps. Size Height: 18 inches. DK weight yarn. Designed by Tori Gurbisz for Premier Yarns. Fun bonus: The Kite Blanket the model is sitting on is also available as a free pattern.
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Apiary Book Sleeve
Envelope book cozy to protect your books on your travels knit with a honeycomb stitch that is stretchy and cushioning. 2 sizes 8.5in x 5.5in x 1in (9.5in x 6in x 1in). Worsted weight yarn. Designed by j.miyo Knits.
Passport Pouches
Colorful protective cover for important travel id knit flat with wave pattern. Knit in colors to match your destination or your country of origin. Options for two styles: jacket style with pockets or pouch. Size fits a standard passport 12.5cm x 9cm / 5 inches by 3.5 inches. Perfect for using up scraps of DK weight yarn. Designed by Amanda Berry.
Lash Sleeping Mask
It's sweet dreams wherever you are, on the plane or in a hotel room with this easy and comfy knit Sleeping Mask that only takes a couple of hours to make, so you can knit it on the plane before your nap. Uses less than one skein of DK weight yarn. Designed by Arianna Frasca.
Compact Car Blanket
Easy striped blanket that is designed for traveling with a small size and straps so you can roll up to use as a cushion or store. Size 30 x 32 in. (76 x 81 cm). Quick knit in Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Lion Brand.
Sweet Dreams Travel Pillow
This comfy neck pillow cover is fastened with buttons on the underside so you could also use it just as cover for airline supplied pillows. Designed by Lion Brand.
Strange Loop
This multifunctional is accessory is a space saver when you pack. the versatlie twisted loop can be worn many different ways, as a cowl or pushed up on the head as a headband. Arrange the twists at one end, this can be worn as a hat or as a wide headband with a hole to create a messy bun or ponytail hat. Designed by Morgen Dämmerung. Available in English and Russian. Pictured project by loopysue
Steering Wheel Cover and Cup Sleeve
Matching accessories for your car! A striped buttoned sleeve to keep your steering wheel comfortable in extreme temperatures and matching cup cozy. Both knit flat. Great use for scrap and stash worsted weight yarn!
Luggage Finders
You’ll always be able to find your suitcase when you give it the personal touch of knitted tags designed by Kathy Sasser for Skacel.
Packable Sun Hat
The hat also twists and folds to take up very little room in your travel bag. In this Sunny Summer Hat designed by Vicki Finster, wire supports the outer edge of the brim, the lace design helps keep you cool and the cotton yarn makes it washable. Pictured project by darnknitanyway
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Portable Knitting Kit an Organizer
Small wallet sized kit to hold your knitting accessories. But wait, there's more! The pattern also includes instructions for a crochet hook roll, a bank card case, a wallet for a notebook and pen as well as the knitting kit, all featuring special pockets and fastenings. Designed by Frankie Brown.
Hideband Headbands
Headbands with a hidden pockets to keep keys, cash, or other small items, when you don't want to carry a bag. Pictured are the Owl Hideband, Proud as a Peacock Hideband, and Flow Hideband. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Deborah Tomasello.
Hotel Key Card Coat
Knit a beautful sleeve to easily identify and protect your temporary access cards. Great use for scrap Fingering yarn. Badge Coat designed by TaineAH. Pictured project by ewitte8 and designer.
Do Not Disturb Door Hanger Sign
Intarsia sign that's great for getting some privacy to knit, sleep, or other activities. Bring one with you when you travel, too, because they're easy to pack. Designed by Clara Parkes for Knitty. Many Ravelrers have substituted names or other words to the door hangers.
Luggage Blossoms
Pretty flowers with i-cord loops to attach on handles to help travelers identify your suitcase or bag in a sea of luggage at the airport. Great use for scrap yarn. Rated easy by Ravelrers. Designed by Fiber Flux / Jennifer Dickerson.
Bow Pocket Bracelet
This cute bow bracelet designed by Derya Davenport has a secret — a little pouch on the underside where you can put coins, bobby pins, etc. A great beginner project because it’s made of 3 rectangles. Pictured project by dutte
Gone Knittin' Hat
Inspired by fishing hats that store extra lures, sinkers, and leads, Melissa Somerville designed this hat for knitting on the go and outdoors with storage for cable needles, needle gauge, dp needles, tape measure, stitch holders, and more. Originally published in Tangled Online Magazine, it is now available in the Internet archive
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Travel Craft Roll
This clever tote to carry crayons, crochet hooks, knitting needles, is knit with a star stitch. 9” high x 14” wide before folding, not including icords. Designed by Tanis Gray.
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Neck Pillows
Curved pillows perfect for cushioning your head and neck with easy mosaic colorwork designs. Designed by J.G. Miller. Worsted weight yarn.
Gear Stick Sock
This gear shift cozy by imawhale protects your hand freezing in the winter or burning in the summer.
Simple Steering Wheel Cover
An easy cozy that can be adapted to fit any size steering wheel. Knit with two skeins of cotton yarn. Designed by Rachael Stern
Patterns for Purchase
Ready To Fly Stuffable Neck Pillow
This clever versatile travel pillow doubles as a carryon when you stuff it with one or two clothing items. Knit as a tube with drawstring closures so you can stuff with extra clothes, and is shaped into a crescent using short rows. DK weight yarn. Designed by Belinda Rewucki.
Snoozing Cat Travel Pillow
Cuddle up with this kitty shaped neck pillow cover that is knit flat and buttoned over standard neck pillows. DK weight yarn. Designed by Rian Anderson.
Pocket Earflap Hat
Wabbit Season Hat features earflaps with buttoned pockets that can be tied out of the way on top when you don't need them. Sizes Women's S/M/L/XL and Men's S/M/L. Designed by Alexandra Tinsley. Aran weight yarn.
Razor Cover
This razor cover is designed to protect from razor cuts when your razor is packed in your luggage, gym bag, or purse. It easily slips on and off your razor head. And slipping it on when the razor is wet serves to block the cover to the razor shape. This knitting pattern is seamless and works up very quickly. Great for scrap yarn and last minute gifts.
Pocket Socks
Warm and cozy socks adorned with a side pocket and button closure because who doesn’t need a pocket on their sock sometimes? Quick to knit, this sock makes a great treat for yourself or gift for others. Sizes Women's S/M/L/XL and Men's S/M/L. Designed by Joleen Kraft. Worsted weight yarn.
Thanks, It Has Pockets!
Reversible infinity scarf cowl with zippered pockets created through double knitting. Designed by Kathleen Sperling. Sport Weight yarn.
Last Minute Slippers
Quick slippers with a cable panel on top, knit with one skein of Worsted yarn. The toe is worked in the round; the rest of the slipper is worked flat, with the cable panel both written and charted. Last Minute Travel Slippers designed by Elizabeth Elliott.
Subway Boot Socks
These knee-high socks have a graceful cable running up the sides and a surprise pocket closed by folding over the ribbing of the sock. A handy spot for a bus pass or coffee money when you’re travelling light. Designed by Moira Engel. Worsted weight yarn.
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