Free knitting patterns recently added to In the Loop Knitting including sweaters, toys, blankets, hats, scarves, and more. Most patterns are free. Updated 1/19/26
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Free Patterns
Sara and Chloe Sweaters
Two sweaters in one pattern. Sara v-neck woman's pullover is knit flat with a 2 row rib and twisted cable details at the wrists and bottom. Chloe cardigan is knit flat with a circular yoke with rays of delicate cables. Sizes To Fit Bust: 81cm to 127cm / 32" to 50". DK weight yarn. Designed by Patons.
Trickle Scarf
Striped garter stitch scarf, worked sideways, with contrasting short-row shaping that creates a pretty flair at the ends. Designed by Amanda Carrigan. Lace weight yarn.
Striped Sideways Poncho
Easy poncho is knit flat sideways with a 2 row repeat texture and stripes. Sizes XS to 5X. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Amy Gunderson for Premier Yarns Design Team.
Trailway Hat and Cowl Set
Easy unisex set in sizes for the whole family knit with 2 round repeat mistake rib. Sizes Newborn to Adult XL. DK weight yarn. Web pattern is free. Designed by Alexandra Tavel of Two of Wands. A kit is also available.
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- Get the kit at Lion Brand
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Snowflakes
Knitted snowflakes in 4 designs to decorate windows, trees, tables, and more. Any weight yarn. Sizes Diameter: Appr. 4 to 14 cm / 1.5" to 3.5". Designed by Odd Row.
Cabana Stripe Tote
Striped carryall bag knit with a 2 row linen stitch and a garter stitch base. Size Size: 13” w x 10” h x 4.5” d. Worsted yarn. Designed by Carole Callert
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Sunkissed Knit Blanket
This colorful throw features the sun as it travels across the sky and landscapes from sunrise to sunset, over mountains, behind clouds, above waves, and more. Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Yarnspirations Design Studio
Solstice Singlet
Easy sleeveless tank top knit flat in two pieces with garter stitch. No picking up stitches. Sizes Women’s S - 2XL. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Bendigo Woollen Mills.
More Free Patterns
Pig Lovey and Blanket Set
Pig comfort blanket knit flat and matching easy baby blanket. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Amanda Berry.
Stormchaser Warmer Cowl
Cabled shoulder cozy cowl with with flattering cowl neck. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Yarn Citizen Design Team.
Lester the Leicester
Friendly sheep softie knit with ruched woolly coat, cowboy boots, and hat is the mascot for Houston Fiber Fest. Designed by Natasha Sills. Pictured project by JustMeKristie.
Rich Textures Knit Blanket
Easy throw knit with a pleated checkerboard or basketweave texture in an 8 row repeat. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Yarnspirations.
Wobble the Axolotl
Cuddly toy softie of the amphibian salamander that was native to Central America and is an endangered species. Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Afifa Sayeed.
Raspberry Headband
Easy beginner headband with a pretty twist knit flat with garter stitch. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Hanna | HERBGARDEN knitwear.
Tulips Hat
Colorful hat in sizes for the whole family featuring tulip flowers. Options for a single row or double row of tulips. Sizes Baby to Adult Extra Large. DK weight yarn. Designed by Laura MICHAUD.
Rhombus Lamina Cape
Kite shaped lap blanket or cape designed to showcase self-striping or variegated yarn. Designed by Asimina Saranti for Knitty. Aran weight yarn.
Our Flag Means Death: Oluwande’s Hat
This replica of Oluwande’s hat in the TV show Our Flag Means Death features diamonds in stranded colorwork, rolled brim, and with modifications to sit lower on the head than the one in the show for more practical coverage. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Leili Mander.
Bonus Patterns for Purchase
Sempervirens Cardigan
Inspired by Sequoia Redwood trees (the evergreen of the pattern name), this lace open front cardigan is knit with elbow length sleeves. Sizes Bust 48 (56, 64)”/122 (142, 162) cm. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by VeronicaOryArtDesign.
Wild Thistle Headband
I saw a few knitters on social media who had knit this headband and I loved it and decided to share with you. Lace headband with a twist knit flat. Designed by whiletheyplay. DK weight yarn.
Yin Yarn Shawl
Elegant rectangular shawl knit with cables that flow and weave together to form diamonds. Designed by KasiasKnitsIre. Worsted weight yarn.
Rocket Cushion
Rocket shaped pillow or large toy knit flat on singled pointed needles. SIZE: 38cm / 15" tall. DK weight yarn. Designed by Amanda Berry.
Easy Knit Blanket
Quick easy throw knit with checkerboard texture of ribbed squares on a garter stitch background. Quick knit in super bulky yarn. Designed by Mary Maxim. A kit is also available.
Cabled Trim Jacket
Long sleeved open front cardigan with beautiful cable detail border on front and bottom and a flattering stitch pattern at the back waist. Sizes S to 2XL. Designed by Mary Maxim. Quick knit in Bulky weight yarn. A kit is also available.
Colorful Kite P108 Cardigan
Baby and toddler sized sweater featuring a baby bear flying a kite. Sizes 12months to 3 years. Great stash buster for DK weight yarn. Designed by AnaSwet.
