Free knitting patterns recently added to In the Loop Knitting including shawls, sweaters, blankets, cowls, and more. Most patterns are free. Updated 5/6/24
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Free Patterns
Flyleaf Shawlette
This lace triangle shawl inspired by the designer's love of reading a main body of wing lace with a knit-on lace edging that looks like sideways hearts. Knit with 100g skein of Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Michelle Miller
Double Cable Double Rib Top
Sleeveless tank top in double rib with two cables running down one side. Sizes 32" to 42". Designed by Marilyn Peters. Fingering weight yarn.
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- Get the recommended Cascade Heritage Silk yarn
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Hug Capelet
Shoulder cozy with chevron lace and flattering cowl neckline. Uses just two skeins of the recommended Aran weight yarn. Hug Cowl designed by Shannon Dunbabin.
New Day Knit Bag
Rectangular bag knit flat with a tumbling blocks geometric texture. Strap included to wear crossbody. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Peppergoose (Susannah Kate). Web version is free
Manjerico Shawl
Ruffled triangular shawl knit sideways with a section of 8 row repeat polka dot pattern, followed by a 4 row repeat honeycomb texture. Flounces are picked up and knit. Sport weight yarn. Designed by Viktoria Shevchuk. The stitch definition on that yarn really makes the texture stand out. Available in English, Portuguese, and Spanish
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Forget Me Not
Six petaled flower on stem, knit in the round from the stem up with petals knit on. DK weight yarn. Designed by Gemma Gilani.
Lace and Cable Cardigan
Long-sleeved cardigan with pocket knit with cable and lace design. Front bands and neck are knit as you go so there is no picking up stitches though sleeves are knit in the round. Sizes XS to 6X. DK weight yarn. Twisted Brain designed by Amy Gunderson for Knitty
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Cavanaugh Hat
Stunning hat with a large cable panel and pompom. 3 sizes. Uses one skein 210 yards (192 meters) of Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Emily Ringelman.
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Flashdance Cowl
Stash buster cowl knit with a 2 round repeat with gradient shifts between colors. Designed for 10 colors mini skeins, it's also a perfect stash buster for leftover yarn. Fingering weight of yarn. Designed by Amazing Threads.
Easy Baby Blanket x 2
Two easy baby blankets with different basketweave textures in just knit and purl stitches. Aran weight yarn. BB057 designed by Wendy Morgan.
Step It Up Shawl
I love anything chevron like this reversible triangular shawl with zigzag texture stripes worked sideways from one tip to the other. Sport weight yarn. Designed by Viktoria Shevchuk. The stitch definition on that yarn really makes the texture stand out. Available in English and German
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- Get the recommended Lana Grossa Cool Wool yarn
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Street Chic Hooded Cable Vest
Sleeveless cardigan vest with hood and gorgeous cables that run all the way up the body onto the hood. Super Bulky yarn weight. Sizes S, M, L, XL, 2X. Designed by Elaine Phillips
Treasured Necklace
Knit gems shine in this knit necklace or collar designed to use up and showcase all those treasured oddments of yarn too precious to throw away. Size options to knit one to five gems. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Claire McLean.
Venice
Flattering sleeveless/short sleeved tee top knit seamlessly from the top down with a 4 round repeat lace and can be knit with either a square or scooped neckline. Sizes Finished Chest: 32-46"/81 - 117 cm. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Elizabeth Fallone.
Dolden Cowl
Lace cowl with shell or fan lace. It’s a relaxing pattern to knit and is also a great choice for newer knitters. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Katrin Schubert.
Right Angle Bag
Small purse knit in garter stitch with right angle stripes, top flap, handy pocket, i-cord edges and strap. Designed for 6 colors it's perfect for leftover DK weight yarn. Designed by ÈVEryday Knits.
Winter Woods Shawl
Cozy triangle shawl knit with Latvian braids, garter stitch, and stranded colorwork. Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Lindsey Faciane.
Universe Twist Socks
These beginner-friendly socks are knit without a heel, yet the twisted ribbed pattern ensures that the socks fits like they should. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Sys Fredens
Bonus Patterns for Purchase
Flower Pillow
Six petal flower cushions in two sizes. Large flower: Approx. 15 in. diameter. Small flower: Approx. 8 in. diameter All pieces are knitted flat on a pair of straight knitting needles. Designed by LittleRedWindow. Worsted weight yarn.
Sampler Stitch Armwarmers
One of of a set of 8 under sleeve cuff patterns from 1869 that have been translated into modern terms for today's knitter. 4 Knit, 1 Knit with option for crochet cuff, 3 Crochet. Perfect for Steampunk and historical costumes and cosplay. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Jamie Quick and Brandy Foersch.
Weston Loop
Stunning cowl with striped garter stitch that flows into stripes of rippled lace and finished with the lace shaped border. Designed for 5 colors, it's great for stash busting fingering weight yarn. Designed by Carina Spencer.
Genevieve Hooded Vest
Sleeveless cardigan vest with hood and fun fur trim inspired by post apocalyptic fashion and the bohemian avant-garde. 3 Sizes. Designed by AmyLaRouxPatternShop.
Mavericks Wave Ripple Blanket
Easy baby blanket with a beautiful light and airy ripple design in six sizes with four alternating shades of colors so it's a great stash buster. Sizes: Baby to Bedspread. Designed by Kristen McDonnell.
Buttercup Necklace
Flower necklace of a lariat style that can be knit in different lengths. This beautiful neck corsage would be perfect for Mother's Day, a wedding, or a special occasion like a prom. Designed by ohmayzee
Summer Sorrel Tee
Charming short sleeved sweater with rays of clustered stitches down the yoke. Knit seamlessly top-down in the round. Includes both written and charted instructions, as well as video tutorials and written explanations for special stitches. Sizes: 34 to 68 inches. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Selena and Abbye Wool and Pine.
Rose Bud Handbag
Flowers create a garden on this tote bag purse that's great for using leftover yarn. Designed by iKnitDesigns. Chunky weight yarn.
Minija
Colorful tee knit with diamond motifs, Latvian braids, and more for top-down seamless sleeveless raglan sweater. Sizes XS to 5XL. Designed by KirstenMicheleKnits
