Free knitting patterns recently added to In the Loop Knitting including blankets, poncho, tops, toys, and more. Most patterns are free. Updated 6/3/24
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Free Patterns
Kate and Kobe Koala
Izzy comfort doll style koala plushies. Size 18 cm / 7 inches tall in DK weight yarn. Use different weights to knit smaller or larger. Great stashbusters! Designed by Cher Marcus. Available in English and Dutch
Long Trek Raglan Pullover
Long sleeved sweater knit seamlessly from the top down with a 2 round repeat mistake rib. Just a few stitches picked up for the sleeves. Sizes XS to 3XL. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Therese Chynoweth.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- See the Ravelry page
- Get the recommended Cascade Yarns Woolpaka yarn
- See more Top Down Sweater Knitting Patterns
Simple Toes Socks
Tube socks for the whole family with no heel turn! You can work this toe up or top down, just keep knitting until you get the length you want. Sizes Baby - Toddler (Toddler - Child, Adult S/M, M/L). Aran weight yarn. Designed by MegaPeachy Designs.
Beija Flor
Sleeveless v-neck tank top knit seamlessly with the dandelion stitch in an 8 round repeat. Sizes 74 to 131 cm / 30 inches to 52 inches. Sport weight yarn. Designed by Filipa Carneiro. Available in English, Portuguese, Spanish
Kit and Caboodle Tote
Bag with i-cord handles knit with a 4 round repeat. Size: Finished Height: 12 inches. Designed by Julia Adams. Worsted weight yarn.
Counterpane Blanket
Heirloom look counterpane blanket knit in squares of two triangles, one of Cable Column stitch and the other of Lacy Cable. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Yarnspirations Design Studio.
Lacy Baby Blanket
Blanket knit with a 14 row repeat lace and finished with a shell lace border. DK weight yarn. Designed by Bernat Design Studio. Pictured project by norwood739
Wave Socks
Easy cabled socks with German Short Row Heel designed for long colorway cake yarns. 2 sizes. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Wollelfe e.U.
Strawberry Summer Blanket and Picnic Bag
Gingham style blanket with strawberry motifs with matching Picnic Bag knit in a basketweave stitch and finished with hanging strawberries and flower motifs. Designed by Nicola Valiji. Fingering weight yarn. There's also a crochet version
More Free Patterns
Abbey Road Patchwork Scarf
Sampler scarf knit with 4 different fair isle patterns including a zigzag with diamonds, diagonal stripes, diamonds, and checkerboard x. Designed for 8 colors, it's a great stash buster for Aran weight yarn. Designed by Spotlight Australia.
Poncho Pullover
Sweater with v-neck mirrored in the shape of the handkerchief hem. No picking up sleeves. Size 36 (38/40, 42/44). Sport weight yarn. 18 Poncho Pullover in Lana Grossa Ecopuno.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- Get the recommended Lana Grossa Ecopuno yarn
- See more Poncho Sweater Knitting Patterns
Owl Fingerless Gloves
Fingerless mitts knit flat featuring a cable owl with button eyes. Uses less than one skein of Aran weight yarn. Designed by Amanda Jones.
Fern Shawl
Triangular shawl with a chevron arrow lace panel down the back that is also worked for the applied border. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Vanessa Coscarelli Black. A kit is also available.
Cable Shrug
Capelet knit in the round with a 14 round repeat of cables and ribbing, topped with bobble edge. DK weight yarn. Designed by Schachenmayr. Available in English, Dutch, French, German
Piruetti Cabled Top and Shorts
Matching sleeveless tank top and shorts knit with allover cable pattern. The top features a fitted bodice and the shorts have a drawstring waist. Designed by Novita. DK weight yarn.
- Get the free Top knitting pattern
- Get the free Shorts knitting pattern
- See more Pants Knitting Patterns
Playful Patchwork Cardigan
Cardigan sweater knit with blocks of different colors and easy stitches. Great for stash busting. Size To Fit Chest: 81 cm to 147 cm / 32" to 58". Designed by Paintbox Yarns. Quick knit in Super Bulky weight yarn. A kit is also available.
Stripy-Stripes Jumper
Asymmetrical pullover sweater knit with front and back knit in two pieces going different directions. Sizes S to XL. Designed by Jytte Slente.
Collared Poncho
Easy poncho knit from the top down in easy stitches starting with a ribbed collar. No picking up stitches. Stripes are made with self-striping yarn. Sizes To Fit Age: 2 Years to 10 Years. Worsted weight yarn. Girls Poncho in Plymouth Yarn Hot Cakes F829.
Bonus Patterns for Purchase
Snowy Owl Blanket
Super snuggly cabled blanket with a gorgeous sleepy owl pattern. 3 sizes. Aran/Worsted yarn. Designed by KnitSewMake.
Rainbow Tote
Market bag with handles knit in the much loved swirl pattern. Can be made in any width/Height to suit. Could also be made in any weight of yarn. A great stash buster to utilise all your left over yarns. Designed by OrlandoDesigns.
Another One Shoulder Top
The unique ribbed strap gives a modern twist to an otherwise much loved summer basic sleeveless top. Sizes 29.5” to 46" / 75 cm to 117 cm. Worsted/aran weight yarn. Designed by AnotherKnit.
Let's Party Birthday Cake
Knit two tier birthday cake with knit frosting, banners, and candles. DK weight yarn. Designed by Amanda Berry
Brunswick Men's and Children's Vest
Matchingvests for adults and children featuring a central cable panel and trimmed with Latvian Braids. DK weight yarn. Designed by SSKnits
Animal Friends
6 adorable animal designs including a cat, dog, pig, bear, rabbit and elephant. Finished size: 8 1/2" W x 12" H. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Michele Wilcox
