Free knitting patterns recently added to In the Loop Knitting including blankets, tops, ponchos, scarves, home decor, and more. Most patterns are free. Updated 5/13/24
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Free Patterns
Knitted Flower Tutorial
Quick and simple flower which can be used as a brooch or to decorate hats, mittens, bags etc. DK weight yarn. Designed by Julie Taylor.
Knit One, Purl Too Mitts
Fingerless mitts with a flowering plant in twisted stitches on the hand and the words "Knit" and "Purl" on the cuffs. Uses less than one skein of Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Julie M Ross. This was originally a KAL so the pattern is split into several files.
Rae’s Lace Baby Blanket
Baby blanket with lace diamonds alternating with stockinette diamonds and garter stitch borders. It measures 35 in | 89 cm square, but you can easily adjust the size. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Julie Peng
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- Get the recommended Circulo Anne Yarn yarn at Amazon
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No Heel Turn Socks
The heel in this pattern is created simply by working increases and decreases in an improvement on the basic tube sock. No heel-flap and no picking up stitches. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Clarice Asquith. Pictured project by FrokenSkoog
Odd Balls Purse
Small bag showing the sun shining down on a flower garden. Designed for 6 colors it's perfect for leftover yarn. Designed by Artesanitarium Designs.
Penny Tile Scarf
Scarf in two color bubble stitch knit in the round as a tube so there's no wrong side. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Purl Soho.
Hillsgrove Hat
Sections of entwined cables that form triangles with the crown decreases and a constrasting ribbed brim create a unique beanie. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Rachel Brockman.
Pretty In Pink Scarf
Easy scarf knit with a 2 row repeat variation of garter rib. DK weight yarn. Designed by Ratchadawan Chambers.
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Heather Top
Asymmetrical tee pullover knit seamlessly from the top down with ruching on the side. The pattern contains written-out row-by-row instructions. 3 Sizes. Designed by Viktoria Shevchuk. Sport weight yarn. Available in English and German
More Free Patterns
I'll Pack A Cowl
A flock of sheep is joined by an alpaca in this stranded cowl. Worsted yarn. Designed by Deb Jacullo
Square In The Center Afghan Blanket
A garter stitch square is 4 layers of 4 triangles each all knit in garter stitch. Designed for 6 colorways, it's a great stash buster for self striping yarn. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Lion Brand.
Child's 4 Piece Poncho
Colorful poncho knit in 4 colors with a mock turtleneck. Sizes child 3-6 years. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Elizabeth Fallone.
Rachel Top
Colorful sleeveless top with a band collar buttoned in the neck with side by side color blocking. 3 Sizes. Sport weight yarn. Designed by Rita Maassen.
Cabled Water Bottle Carrier
Water bottle cozy with cabled sides and ribbed top for fit as well as an i-cord carrying handle. Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Lisa Ebert
Lacy Kerchief
Triangular head scarf knit with a cooling lace in an 8 row repeat. 2 sizes. Uses one skein of DK weight yarn. Designed by Afifa Sayeed.
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- Get the recommended Universal Yarn Uptown Bamboo DK yarn
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Sherwood Blanket
Stash buster throw knit in 3 strips of 4 blocks each of stitch patterns including Eyelet Twigs, Vertical Dash, Basket Weave, Quaker Ridge, Tile, Zig Zag Moss, Staghorn Cable, Quatrefoil, Diamonds, Eyelet Squares, Pennant, and Escalator. Great stash buster! Aran weight yarn. Designed by Antonia Shankland. Pictured project by mris
Anoki Rug
Knit rug with intarsia diamonds. Size Width: 90 cm / 35.50” Height: 140 cm / 55”. Quick knit in Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Knit Gang. A kit is also available.
Braid Detail Cape
An intriguing braided applique is applied to the front of this poncho pullover with armholes. Sizes XS to 5X. Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Patons.
Bonus Patterns for Purchase
Elephant Backpack
Knapsack / toy hybrid with elephant head that forms a lap, arms, and legs. The bag has an elasticated top to make it easier to get into for little ones. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Amanda Berry
Covetable Cabled Cape
This fabulous cape features bold cabled, shaped hip pockets and slit armholes. The same cable design embellishes the back. Wide lace panels run down each side. Bulky weight yarn. Designed by SweaterBabe.com.
Cozy Cropped Sweater
Pullover shrug knit with ribbing, dropped stitches, and flared sleeves. This knitting pattern is suitable for advanced beginners. Sizes 28 - 50". Designed by Georgia Jeggo. DK weight yarn.
Get a Drip Sweater
Unique curving melty color blocking inspired by the melting of ice-cream that continues seamlessly over to the fun balloon sleeves. Sizes 28" to 50". Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Anxiousgirlknits
