Free knitting patterns recently added to In the Loop Knitting including easy tops and cardigans, baby clothes and blankets, bunnies, and more. Most patterns are free. Updated 3/11/24
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Free Patterns
Breezy Basketweave Jacket
Easy cardigan knit flat in a 16 row repeat basket weave texture with no picking up stitches. Sizes To Fit Bust: 76cm to 112cm / 30 to 44 inches. DK weight yarn. Designed by Paintbox Yarns
Cable Bunny Blanket
I love cables, especially whimsical cables that form pictures like this baby blanket with a field of little bunny rabbits created from cables. Also they form great texture for little hands to explore. Choose from written row by row instructions or chart. Size Approx 39" [99 cm] square. Worsted weight yarn. Snuggle Bunny Blanket designed by Bernat.
Rib Tunic
Easy woman's sleeveless pullover top knit flat in two identical pieces knit in 2 row repeat Broken Rib. No picking up stitches. Sizes 28" to 62" / 71 cm to 157.5 cm. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Svetlana Avrakh
- Get the free knitting pattern
- Get the recommended Patons Classic Wool Worsted yarn
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Striped Mitered Throw and Pillows
Colorful blanket of striped garter stitch mitered squares with matching mitered square cushion and contrasting Cable and Rib Cushion with diamond design. Designed for 5 colors, it's a great stash buster for Aran weight yarn. Designed by DY Choice
- Get the free Throw knitting pattern
- Get the free Cushions knitting pattern
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Easy Breezy Knit Wrap
Easy shawl or scarf that's perfect for warmer weather. Knit with a 2 row repeat mesh stitch with pretty ruffle. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Lion Brand.
- Get the free knitting pattern at Joann. Click on download patterns button.
- Get the recommended LB Collection Mako Cotton Yarn
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Ruffled Bolero
Cropped cardigan with ruffled ribbed border and sleeves that looks like fans. Sizes: To Fit Bust: 32in to 42in / 81cm to 107cm. Designed by Araucania.
Honey of a Bag
I love honeycomb cables, one ball wonders, and options so this purse is perfect! Options include flap closure, chain and button closure, as well as different sizes. Knit with an 8 round repeat honeycomb cable on moss stitch background. Uses one skein 100g of Aran weight yarn. Size approx 11” wide and 8” tall. Designed by Farm Fresh Knits.
Moss Stitch Coat
Easy cardigan knit flat with moss/seed stitch and ribbing. No picking up stitches. Does have shaping. Sizes S to XXL. DK weight yarn. Designed by BC Garn
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Sweet and Simple Bunnies
Two toy bunny stuffies one wearing a striped sweater knit on and the other with dress and cardigan. Size Finished Height About 20 in. (51 cm). DK weight yarn. Designed by Amy Gaines and Bobbie Smyth FitzGerald.
Basketweave Stripe Sweater
V-neck long-sleeved pullover with a 16 row repeat basket weave texture in colorful stripes. Rated easy by the designer. Knit flat with stitches picked up for neckline. Worsted weight yarn. Sizes Finished Chest 42 to 60 in. / 106.5 to 152.5 cm. Designed by Pierangeli Mendez for Lion Brand. A kit is also available.
Huggable Hunny Bunny
Bunny lovey comfort blanket. Height: 22” from top of head to bottom of body. Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Erin Fisher
Woman’s Shawl Collar Vest
Sleeveless cardigan vest with buttoned front and shawl collar. Beautiful showcase for self-striping yarn. Sizes to Fit Bust: 34in to 50in. Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Plymouth Yarn.
Aran Doggy
Cabled dog coat knit in two pieces. 2 Sizes. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Debbie Bliss.
Cozy Yellow House Pillow
House shaped cushion with windows and window boxes, a welcoming door, and everything you need to say home sweet home. DK weight yarn. Designed by Amy Gaines & Bobbie Smyth FitzGerald for Lion Brand.
2 ways to get the pattern
- Get the free knitting pattern at Joann. Click the download files button.
- Get the free knitting pattern at Lion Brand
- Get the recommended 24/7 Cotton DK Yarn at Joann
- See more Fun Pillow Knitting Patterns
Wrap It Up Kimono
Easy baby cardigan knit flat in garter stitch with wrapped button front for easy dressing. Sizes 6 months to 24 months. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Bernat
- Get the free knitting pattern - web version
- Get the recommended Forever Fleece Finest Yarn yarn at Joann
- See more Baby Wrap Sweater Knitting Patterns
Bubble Stitch Heart Pillow
Heart shaped pillow knit in four colors with the bubble stitch. Designer says it takes 6 to 8 hours to knit. Includes video tutorial for knitting the bubble stitch. Super Bulky weight yarn. Web pattern is free. Designed by Kristen McDonnell.
Chevron Rib Scarf
Classic unisex scarf with a 4 row repeat zigzag texture created. Use charts or written instructions. Designed by Deb Hoss. DK weight yarn.
Man Needs Hat
Easy hat knit with an 8 round repeat grid texture. Uses one skein 140 yards (128 meters) of Worsted Weight Yarn. Designed by Hanna Maciejewska.
Bonus Patterns for Purchase
Banded Braids Headband
Knit earwarmer with braided designs. Also includes the pattern for the Banded Braids Cup Cozy. The headband and the cup cozy are the perfect stash busters! Super Bulky Yarn weight yarn. Designed by LittleLarkspurDesign
Danu Vest
Round neck pullover vest with twisted cable panels on seed stitch, a perfect layering piece. Sizes XS to 6X. Quick knit in Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by rianna Frasca
Carrot Patch Bunny
A cute bunny rabbit stuff in overalls with carrot on front and knit carrots. This is a flat knitting pattern on two needles. Height 12 inches (30.5 cm) with ears. Designed by Funny Rabbit Toys. A kit is also available.
About Turn Blanket
Easy yet dramatic design created from two color garter stitch squares knit on the bias and then assembled to create the design. It would be very impressive hanging on your wall or for use as an afghan. The original afghan was made using Chunky (Bulky) weight yarn but the instructions explain how to make it in any yarn of your choice. Designed by Woolly Thoughts
Carnival Scarf
Colorful rectangular scarf knit on a bias in garter stitch. Uses 8 different colors in various changing stripes, so it's a great stash buster. Worste weight yarn. Designed by Olga Fedoryak. A kit is also available.
