Free knitting patterns recently added to In the Loop Knitting sleeveless tops, blankets, bags, baby projects, home decor, and more. Most patterns are free. Updated 3/25/24
To get the knitting patterns, scroll down the page to the individual pattern you want and click on the link to that pattern.
These patterns are not my designs but links to other designers who have generously shared their patterns. If you have questions about how to knit a specific pattern, please contact the designer directly.
All links on this site are for informational purposes, but please note that some links are to affiliate sellers that pay me a small commission on purchases.
Follow me for more patterns:
Free Patterns
Autumn Sky Purse
Tote bag with a variety of designs including stripes, checkerboard, diagonal stripes, and bobbles. Designed for at least 4 colors, it's great for stash busting. Size 8 inches square. Designed by Jackie Daugherty. Worsted weight yarn.
- Get the free knitting pattern at Annie's for free registration
- Buy the video class for this pattern and 2 other patterns for $3.99
- See more Stash Buster Bag Knitting Patterns
Cable Askew Top
4 round repeat cables run diagonally down one side of this unique eye-catching v-neck pullover sweater, mirrored by diagonal cables on the sleeves. Sizes S to L. Designed by Jytte Slente. Bulky weight yarn.
Barbara Top
Sleeveless top with a pretty ruffle to give the top an elegant and feminine look. Sport weight yarn. Sizes XS to 3X. Designed by Sys Fredens for Hobbii. A kit is also available.
Warm Thoughts Scarf
Easy scarf knit with a 2 row repeat bobbly texture. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Lion Brand. A kit is also available.
Noro Waistcoat
Women's vest with curved silhouette shaped by short rows that show off multicolor yarn. Knit flat and no picking up of stitches. Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Noro
Big Wool Baby Cardigan
Easy shawl-collared baby cardigan knit flat with the button band and collar knit as you go. No picking up stitches. Sizes To Fit Age: 0 Months to 4 Years. Super Bulky weight yarn. Rated easy by most Ravelrers. Designed by Kim Hargreaves.
Smartly Striped Vest
V-neck cardigan vest with stripes bodice above buttoned solid color waist. No picking up stitches. Designed by Lion Brand Yarn. Sizes S to 2X. A kit is also available.
Two Tone Cowl
Two color cowl knit with a 4 round repeat slip stitch colorwork. 3 sizes, as pictured. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Annie Claire.
Laura 7037
Cable brimmed hat knit flat. Uses 100g of DK weight yarn. Designed by Sue Whiting.
More Free Patterns
Baby Basketweave Blanket
Easy baby blanket that is suitable for beginners with a basketweave checkerboard texture created with a 16 row repeat of just knit and purl stitches. DK weight yarn. Designed by Mary Maxim. May only be free for a limited time.
Not a Sandy Bottom Bag
Market tote designed to be a great beach tote with 4 round repeat openwork to keep sand from accumulating in your bag. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Dorothy Dean.
Textured Throw
Throw blanket with a checkerboard of texture and lace. DK weight yarn. Designed by Schachenmayr. Available in English, Dutch, French, German
Merry Scarf
Cabled scarf knit with an 8 row repeat woven basketweave cable. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Martin Storey
- Get the free knitting pattern
- Get the recommended Rowan Kid Classic yarn
- See more 8 Row Scarf Knitting Patterns
Conch Top
Sleeveless top knit flat in one piece in a unique shell shape that creates diagonal stripes. Knit with a 1 row repeat rib. No picking up stitches. Sizes S to L. DK weight yarn. Designed by Jytte Slente.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- Get the recommended BC Garn Allino yarn
- See more Asymmetric Sweater Knitting Patterns
Saco Fandango
Easy tote bag knit flat in one rectange with garter stitch and creatively folded and seamed. Knit with leftover DK weight yarn, so it's a great stash buster. Designed by Filipa Carneiro.
Lace Tank Top
Sleeveless lace tank top knit in two pieces that are identical except for neck. Sizes 32" to 42" / 82cm to 107cm. Sport weight yarn. Designed by Schachenmayr. Available in English, Dutch, French, German
Piano Sweater
This is free again. Pullover sweater with a keyboard design created with intarsia with a little embroidery. 2 Sizes Bust circumference: 47¼(50½) inches / 120(128) cm. Designed by Heli Hottinen-Puukko. Available in English and Finnish. May only be free for a limited time.
Cactus Pincushion
Pin cushion designed to look like a cactus in a pot so the pins are the spines. DK weight yarn. Designed by Amanda Berry.
Floor Cushion
This floor pouf or ottoman is knit flat shaped with short rows with options for two colors or single color. Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Carol Greaves. Size 60cm x 25cm . 24 inches x 10 inches.
Bonus Patterns for Purchase
Woman's Short Sleeve or Cap Sleeve Top
All over lace top. Sizes 28 inches to 46 inches. 7079 designed by Sirdar. DK weight yarn.
Kaleidos Shawl
Elegant star shaped shawl worked in radiating wedges with lace panel inserts that form kaleidoscopic patterns. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Nim Teasdale.
Adriana Cardigan
Short-sleeved cardigan with curved lower edges and looks like a 2 row repeat garter ridge. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Debbie Bliss.
