Free knitting patterns recently added to In the Loop Knitting including shawls, one skein projects, cardigans, blankets, and more.. Most patterns are free. Updated 6/24/24
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Free Patterns
Ruffled Garter Vest
Baby and child sleeveless cardigan vest knitted in garter stitch with ruffles at armholes. Sizes 6 mo. to 6 years. DK weight yarn. Cloudborn Cardigan designed by Rachel Brockman.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- Get the recommended Universal Yarn Wool Pop yarn at Amazon
- See more Child Vest Knitting Patterns
Wave and Box Mosaic Cozy
Easy cup cozy sleeve that uses only knit and slipped stitches with only one color of yarn used at a time. This is a great introduction to mosaic knitting. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Melissa Mann
Cozy Cottage Socks
Easy tube socks knit without heel flap with a ribbed cuff. Uses one skein of Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Brome Fields. Web version is free.
- Get the free knitting pattern (web version)
- Get the pdf version
- See more Tube Sock Knitting Patterns
Rocket Ship Potholder
Reversible double knit pot holder or afghan block featuring a spaceship. You can also use the motif for other projects. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Lisa Hannan Fox for Nifty Knitter Designs
- Get the free knitting pattern. Requires email address to get pattern.
- See the Ravelry page
- See more Outer Space Knitting Patterns
Sweet Tantalate Shawl
One skein shawl with a diamond lace pattern inspired by the molecular diagram of the chemical compound lutetium tantalate, LuTaO4. It's a deep crescent shape with a circular opening for the neck so it stays securely on the shoulders. Uses one skein 400 yards (366 m) of Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Lindsey Freeman for Knitty.
Folksy Yoke Cardigan
Fair isle cardigan featuring three types of flowers framed with zigzag stripes. DK weight yarn. Sizes XS to 5XL. Designed by Patons. A kit is also available.
Arisaig
Wrapped front cardigan with lace bodice, deep ribbing, and tie closure. Sizes XS to XXL. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Ysolda Teague. Pictured project by Meisievanmagdat
Multi-Colored Triangle Wrap
Triangular shawl knit modularly in garter stitch from the center out with short row shaping and framed with a sawtooth edge. Designed to showcase Self-striping Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Karin Rüttinger.
Rainbow Swirl Snuggle Sack
Blanket wrap knit flat with diagonal stripes on the bias with a center back seam. Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Yarnspirations Design Studio.
More Free Patterns
Market Bag
Tote knit flat with a 4 row repeat lace stitch. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Gina Michele.
Secret Garden Baby Blanket
Baby blanket created with blocks knit diagonally and then assembled in counterpane style. Blanket inspired by The Secret Garden by Frances Hodgson Burnett with a brick pattern border to represent the garden wall and moss stitch paths between the knit flower beds. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Frankie Brown.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- Get The Secret Garden book or movie at Amazon
- See more 4 Row Knitting Patterns
Cyclamen Sweater
Long-sleeved pullover with an asymmetric shawl collar with ribbed details at shoulders and framing a split hem. Knit flat and no picking up stitches. DK weight yarn. Designed by Lana Gatto.
White Stag Mitts
Fingerless mitts knit with the Staghorn Cable Stitch in a 6 round repeat. 2 sizes. Uses less than one skein of Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Lisa Uotinen.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- Get the recommended Cascade 220 yarn
- See more One Skein Mitts Knitting Patterns
Citrus Slice Pouch
Fruit themed clutch purse designed to look like a citrus slice such as orange or lemon with knit leaves. Size approx. 21cm / 8 inches wide. DK weight yarn. Designed by Cher Marcus.
Posh Popover
Poncho style pullover sweater or vest knit flat in 2 row repeat ribbing. Sizes 28" to 62". Quick knit in Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Afifa.
Plush Flower Pillow
Flower shaped cushion knit in the round then stuffed and wrapped with yarn to form petals of a flower. The center is knit separately. Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Heather Pelletier. Web version is free.
Magma Shawl
Reversible two-color brioche triangular asymmetric shawl inspired by iris flowers. Sport weight yarn. Fesigned by Marie Petra. Pictured project by dragonflyfibers. Available in English and Czech
Lounge Around Pants and Dropped Cropped Pullover
Comfy and stylish pants and matching striped sweater. Pants knit flat with basic stocking stitch and garter stitch with elastic casing for the waist. Sizes XS to 5X. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Yarnspirations Design Studio. A kit is also available.
Bonus Patterns for Purchase
Minimalist Cable Cardigan
Women's cardigan in cropped bolero length or tunic length with cable and texture design. Sizes Bust: 89 to 180.5 cm/35.5 to 72" DK weight yarn. Designed by Carina Spencer.
Sommerso Capelet
Two color cowl or cropped poncho knit in a bubble or bobble stripes. Sizes XS to 2XL. Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Irmian Design
Boatside Hooded Tee
Sleeveless top or vest with hood. Sizes XS to 5XL. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Lovely by Lee.
Bertie Vest
Baby and child sized vest or top with cable design.. Sizes Newborn to 8 Years. DK weight yarn. Designed by Michelle Reid.
Deciduous Yarn Bowl
Chunky rustic, yarn bowl or decorator basket featuring leaf details in contrasting color. Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Mel Harrison
Celebration Holiday Table Runner
Flag inspired table decoration for Fourth of July or other holidays with central basketweave area and ripple lace stripes. Sport weight yarn. Designed by Jean Clement
