Free knitting patterns recently added to In the Loop Knitting including sweaters, wildlife themed clothes, blankets, scarves, toys, and more. Most patterns are free. Updated 1/12/26
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Free Patterns
Penguin Sweater, Vest, Hat, and Bag
Matching set of pullover, slipover, tote, and hat with an adult penguin and baby penguin. Sizes Sweater 32" to 54" / 80cm to 135cm, Vest 32" to 50" / 80cm to 127cm, Bag 36cm (14”) tall, Hat Adult, Child. DK weight yarn. Designed by Ruth Herring for WWF.
- Get the free knitting patterns on Ravelry
- Get all Knit for Nature patterns at WWF site
- See more Fun Sweater Knitting Patterns
Dysk Scarf
May only be free for a limited time. Colorful scarf knit with two colors, a solid and self-striping yarn in the sample, in a 4 row repeat Brioche Stitch, 2 rows with one yarn and then 2 rows with the other. Designed by Stephanie van der Linden. Sport weight yarn. Available in English and German
Scallop Edge Sweater
Easy pullover with a pretty scalloped hem knit flat in stockinette. Only 24 stitches picked up for neckline. Sizes XS to 5XL. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Bernat.
Ruffle Basket
Versatile stylish basket knit in two colors with textured body and picot ruffle brim in contrasting colors. Size 11" by 8.5". Quick knit in Super Bulky weight yarn. Web pattern is free. Designed by Rachel Alford.
Quick note: Apparently I included this pic in my featured image about a month ago but somehow dropped the pattern from the final post. An eagle-eyed knitter pointed that out so here is the pattern.
- Get the free knitting pattern - Web version
- Purchase a printable pdf
- Get the kit at Lion Brand
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Red Squirrel Brooch
Tiny squirrel knit in one piece as a length of I-cord with legs and ears created with short rows, then felged. This versatile squirrel can be worn as a brooch or added to ornaments and other decorations. Size 8.2 cm / 3.25 in. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by woollen wave.
Arm Warmers and Socks with Fair Isle Pattern
Matching cuffs and top down socks knit in 3 colors with diamond section and zigzag stripe section. Socks 3 sizes. Mitts 2 sizes. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Regia.
- Get the free Arm Warmers knitting pattern
- Get the free Socks knitting pattern
- See more Colorful Mitts Knitting Patterns
Tiger Sweater
Adult pullover with glorious colorwork tiger and striped corrugated rib collar. Sizes 32" to 42" / 80cm to 105cm. DK weight yarn. Designed by Ruth Herring for WWF.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- See the Ravelry page
- Get more Knit for Nature patterns
- See more Tiger Knitting Patterns
Milk and Cookie
Happy knit amigurumi milk carton and knit sandwich cookie. Both knit flat on two needles. DK weight yarn. Designed by Raynor Gellatly.
More Free Patterns
Serena Sweater
V-neck long-sleeved sweater knit with a grass stitch texture and neckline stripes in two colors swithing the color order from one half to the other. Sizes 32 to 46 inches / 81 to 117 cm. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Wool and the Gang.
Secret Message Pillow Cover
Pillow cover knit in Morse code was inspired by two aspects of knitting history: knitting espionage and relief knitting. The first stanza of Katherine Hale’s poem “Grey Knitting” about homefront knitters into Morse code. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Kristen C Howard.
- Get the free knitting pattern and read more about the history
- Read Grey Knitting
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Kids Seed Stitch Poncho
Child's poncho with turtleneck collar and buttoned sides knit with seed stitch. Ages 2 yrs to 8 yrs. Designed by Gina Michele. Quick knit in Super Bulky weight yarn.
Double Distaff Cuff
Designed for spindle spinners, this distaff cuff will give you a place to keep your fiber tidy and out of the way while spinning so it won't get caught in your spindle. Great for leftover yarn since it uses 25 grams of any gauge yarn. Designed by Theresia Lew
Lace and Blooms Blanket
Garden inspired sampler blanket with lace stitches and appliqued knit flowers includin Rose, Flower Cluster, Zigzag Lace, Eyelet Lace, Soft Roses, Lace Columns, Pleated with Flower, and V-Stitch Lace. Originally a KAL. Designed by Nicola Valiji. DK weight yarn.
Anna Baby Romper and Aria Bonnet
Baby onesie with lace panels and buttoned straps. Shown with lace baby bonnet. Multiple sizes. DK weight yarn. Designed by Natalja Rempe.
- Get the free ROMPER SUIT knitting pattern.
- Get the free HAT knitting pattern.
- See more Romper Set Knitting Patterns
Entwine Poncho
Poncho with open front, seamed sides to form armholes, knit with zigzag stripes. Sizes S to 2XL. Aran yarn. Designed by Spotlight.
Little Duckling Booties
Easy baby booties knit flat with a cute picot bindoff on the cuff. No picking up stitches. Sizes Newborn to 12 mths. Uses one skein of DK weight yarn. Designed by Monica Russel.
Snowflake Hat
Baby and toddler earflap with hugs and kisses XOXO cable design knit flat and then seamed. Sizes Newborn to 24 months. Uses one skein of Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Ursalia Fibres Studio.
Louise's Ears Hat
Inspired by Louise Belcher's pink rabbit ear hat from Bob's Burgers. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by WoollyRhinoCrafts.
Bonus Patterns for Purchase
Refracta Sweater
I love the colorful geometric diamond mosaic design on the round yoke of this short-sleeved pullover sweater. Option for long sleeves. Sizes 97 to 177 cm / 39 to 71”. Designed by Zaneteknits. DK weight yarn.
Borasco Blanket
Colorful baby blanket or play mat knit on the bias with diagonal stripes of garter stitch. Quick knit in Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Susan Baron
Fluffy Little Cardigan
Easy open front cardigan knit flat with Fisherman’s rib. Sizes 28in (71cm) to 54in (137cm). Designed by Sirdar. DK weight yarn.
Garter Stitch Baby Jacket and Hat Set
Baby cardigan with contrasting yoke and trim and matching square hat knit in garter stitch. Sizes 3 months to 12 months. Designed by isWoolish.
Romcom Cardigan
Chunky cable, bomber jacket with a cozy shawl collar. Sizes XS to 5X. Quick knit in Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Barley and Flax. A kit is also available.
Elfie Sweater
I love the asymmetric stripes and the colors of this long-sleeved pullover sweater. Knit seamlessly top down based on on Barbara Walker's top down method. Sizes XS to XL. DK weight yarn. Designed by Nataliya Volyanyuk.
Cream on Top Vest
LegenDAIRY sweater vest or sleeveless top! Okay, this isn't a toy but it is fun and food themed. The vest is knit with milk cartons on the front and a cow print pattern on the back. Clear instructions with links to videos. Sizes 80cm/32in to 148cm/60in. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by KnitknitgooseAU
