Free knitting patterns recently added to In the Loop Knitting including blankets, shawls, cowls, sweaters, and more. Most patterns are free. Updated 3/8/23
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Free Patterns
Alice In Wonderland Duster
Lace and cable cardigan vest knit with 4 row repeats. Sizes To Fit Bust: 33in/84cm to 50in/128cm. DK weight yarn. Designed by Tahki Yarns.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- Get the recommended Tahki Yarns Donegal Tweed yarn at Amazon
- See more Cardigan Vest Knitting Patterns
Jewelled Cup Cozy
Colorful cup sleeve with a stranded chevron design. Great stash buster for using up leftover yarn scraps. Also looks like it would a good way to try stranded knitting. DK weight yarn. Designed by Better Homes and Gardens.
Lithia Cardigan
Women's cardigan with pockets knit flat with a 4 row repeat texture. Sizes XSmall (Small, Medium, Large, XL, 2X). Designed by Sandi Rosner for Takhi Yarns. DK weight yarn.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- Get the recommended Tahki Yarns Classic Superwash yarn at Amazon
- See more 4 Row Sweater Knitting Patterns
1 Row Cowl
Super easy cowl knit flat with a 1 row repeat of just knit and purl stitches and then seamed to create a stylish look. Great project for beginners. Super Bulky weight yarn. Two Stitch Cowl Version 4 designed by Lion Brand.
Sainte-Marie Scarf
Lace scarf inspired by ocean waves that's perfect for spring and summer fashion with chevron lace waves framing eyelet foam. Sport or fingering weight yarn. Designed by Christina Werge. Rated easy by designer. Available in English and German
Mr. Ruesselo The Elephant
Elephant toy knit in the round with no sewing. Size Approximately 23cm x 16cm / 9 in. x 6 in. Designed by Svitlana Kondratova. Sport weight yarn.
Cable Colors Scarf or Cowl
Scarf or cowl bordered with 6 row repeat rope cable. Knit flat so you can seam to make a cowl or leave flat as a scarf. Great showcase for multicolored yarn. Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Premier Yarns
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- Get the recommended Premier Yarns Colorfusion Chunky yarn
- See more Cable Edge Scarf Knitting Patterns
Striped Baby Sweater
Striped baby pullover jumper knit in garter stitch with front kangaroo pockets and button fastening at shoulders for easy dressing. Sizes To Fit Age: 3 Months to 24 Months. Designed by Bergere de France. Aran weight.
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Jacket With Pockets
Long-sleeved color-blocked cardigan sweater with pockets knit flat with a 2 row repeat slip stitch texture. Looks easy and there's no picking up stitches though the collar looks a little fiddly. Sizes S to XXL. Designed by Bergere de France. Aran weight yarn. Available in English and French
- Get the free knitting pattern. File contains both English and French. English instrustions are on page 3
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4 Row Lace Pullover
You won't believe how easy this sweater is. The body is knit in 2 identical pieces with a 4 row repeat lace pattern. The lace creates the rippled hem. Then just knit the sleeves and seam. No picking up stitches. Sizes S (M) L (XL) XXL. Lace weight yarn. Ladylike Blouse designed by Fraya
- Get the free knitting pattern. Download link is below photo on pattern page
- See more Easy Sweater Knitting Patterns
Fuchsia and Primrose
Two flower knitting patterns. Fuschia blossom is 8cm width x 12cm height and takes about 2 hours to knit. Primrose is about 20cm width x 20cm depth and takes about 7 hours to knit. DK weight yarn. Designed by Fitting in Knitting
- Get the free FUSCHIA knitting pattern
- Get the free PRIMROSE knitting pattern
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Iron Heart of Middle Earth / Ruuhimäen Rautasydän
Lord of the Rings inspired woollen coaster, that looks like cast-iron. Ruuhimäki is a mythological place somewhere in Middle-Earth, where strange and wonderful creatures dwell. Designed by Marjukka Vuorisalo.
5 Color Block Wristers
Great stash buster for scrap yarn and introduction to intarsia. Fingerless mitts knit flat with squares of color. Designed by Kirk Dunn. Sport weight yarn. May only be free for a limited time.
Set Sail Sleeveless Top
Sleeveless women's pullover sweater top with a chevron texture body and a ribbed yoke. Does suggest crochet finish of edges though you could probably substitute another technique. Sizes XS (S) M (L) XL (XXL). Aran weight yarn. Designed by Fraya
- Get the free knitting pattern. Download link is below photo on pattern page
- See more Tops and Tees Knitting Patterns
Cable Pillows
Two cable cushion covers, one with a central cable pattern framed with moss stitch, and the other X design. Designed by Crestina Consorti and Mariane Machado for Circulo. Worsted weight yarn.
- Get the free CENTRAL CABLE knitting pattern
- Get the free X CABLE knitting pattern
- Get the recommended Circulo Natural Cotton Maxcolor 4/6 yarn at Amazon
- See more Cable Decor Knitting Patterns
Stripes Blanket and Cushion Set
Easy striped throw blanket and pillow cushion cover, each knit in 2 row repeat rib. Set also includes instructions for a Christmas stocking and tree skirt. I think this would be a good beginner pattern. Bulky weight yarn. Christmas Stripes Set designed by Violet LeBeaux for KnitPicks.
Patterns for Purchase
Merrily Ann
Doll inspired by Raggedy Ann with cardigan over a sleeveless dress, panties and apron. All items of clothing (except shoes) can be removed. Knit flat. Finished Size: 45cm (18in). Merrily Ann designed by dollytime. DK weight yarn.
My Puppy Baby Blanket
Baby blanket with a cartoon puppy dog surrounded by paw prints. Knit and purl stitches. Size approx 70 cm/28" wide, 85 cm/ 33" high. DK weight yarn. Designed by ByMenyDesigns
Rachis Slouch Hat
This hat was designed with a zigzag chevron stitch that showcases variegated or gradient yarn. Perfect light hat for transitional weather. DK weight yarn. Designed by Woolly Wormhead
Bronte Cardigan
Cute cropped cardigan with Herringbone Stitch and applied i-cord trim on the collar and button bands. Sizes Finished Chest Circumference: 34 to 50”/86.5 to 127 cm. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Angelia Robinson
Between the Dragon and His Wrap
Dragons and castles create an enchanted shawl. Length: 60" for small size, 69" for large size * Width: 19". Chart or written instructions. Designed by wipinsanity. Worsted weight yarn. Perfect for fantasy cosplay and historic costumes.
Teddy Face Bib
Cute baby bib with Teddy Bear Face motif. DK weight yarn. Designed by dollyrockpatterns
WHY? Toddler Pullover
Funny kid's pullover sweater with a kid's favorite quesion "WHY?" on the front. Also includes a jester hat pattern. DK weight yarn. Designed by Sandy Schultz.
Japanese Knot Purse
Two color knot bag with a basketweave texture that is closed by pulling the two handles through an opening. Size appr. 30 x 40 cm. / 12 x 16 in. DK weight yarn. Designed by WoolAffair
