Free knitting patterns recently added to In the Loop Knitting including baby blankets, family sweaters, shawls, blankets, accessories, women's cardigans, and more. Most patterns are free. Updated 6/30/25
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Free Patterns
Frango Shawl
An easy triangular shawl knit with an 8 row repeat eyelety lace and finished with beaded fringe. A beautiful showcase for multi-colored yarn. The pictured project used one ball of the recommended Fingering weight yarn. Designed by minja's. Available in English and German
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Knitting Patterns
Trails Sweaters
The tracks of deer, bears, and ravens make paths around the yoke of these pullovers in adult and child sizes. Adult sizes XS to 4XL. Child sizes 2 to 10 years. Aran weight yarn. Slóðir (Trails in Icelandic) designed by VédÃs Jónsdóttir for Järbo. Available in English, Danish, Finnish, Norwegian, Swedish
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Hello Sunshine Blanket
Great for stash busting! This reversible blanket is knit with two-color Brioche or Fisherman's Rib in 4 row repeats. 2 Sizes. Designed for 5 colors it's great for stash DK weight yarn. Designed by Kate Harvie for Knitty.
Noemi Woman's Top
Easy sleeveless top knit flat in two pieces with garter stitch and dropped stitches. No picking up stitches. Sizes XS to XL. Sport weight yarn. Designed by Afifa.
Autumn Walk Tea Cozy
Teapot cover with squirrel toy, oak leaves, and acorns. I think you could easily adapt to other decorations besides teapots. Sizes 2-3 years. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Claire Garland.
Little Rectangles Scarf
Breezy geometric scarf created of little garter stitch rectangles, that are joined as you go. Designed by Sybil R. Perfect showcase for self-striping Fingering weight yarn.
Halskrage / Neck Collar
Easy buttoned neckwarmer cowl knit flat in one piece with an 8 row repeat cable, welted rib, and seed/moss stitch border. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Karin Börjesson. Available in English and Swedish
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Sunflower Hat and Mittens
Matching accessories knit in easy slip stitch colorwork (one color per row) with petals formed with twisted stitches circling the center of the flower at the crown and mitten tops. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Laura Barker.
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Peter Pig
Pig toy smartly dressed with bow tie and a backpack knit flat on single pointed needles in stockinette and garter stitch. Size: 25cm/10 inches tall (seated). DK weight yarn. Designed by Amanda Berry.
Over the Rainbow Beanie
Striped hat with knit flower both knit flat on on single pointed needles. You can also use the flower as a brooch or applique for other projects. Designed for 6 colors it's a great stash buster for leftover DK weight yarn. Designed by Amanda Berry.
Baby Surplice Cardigan
Baby sweater with wrapped front fastened with buttons at the side. Knit flat and with only the sleeve stitches picked up. Sizes 3 months to 24 months. Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Plymouth Yarn.
Ripple Blanket
Easy reversible baby blanket knit diagonally in a welted texture with a 6 row repeat. Any weight yarn and a great showcase for self-striping yarn. Designed by Nimble Knitwit.
Eli Baby Cardigan
Baby cardigan sweater with a round yoke knit flat in one piece with garter stitch. Aran weight yarn. Sizes 3 months to 3 years. Designed by Indiekind. Available in English and German
Tank Top and Shorts
Baby and child sized sleeveless top with ruffle and matching bloomers. Knit flat in a 4 row repeat except for ruffle. Sizes 6 mos to 3 yrs. DK weight yarn. Tank Top and Bloomers Set designed by Ann Smith.
Cardi-Coat and Hat
Striped cardigan with pockets knit flat and matching striped beanie. Sizes XS to XL. DK weight yarn. Designed by Dorothy Jacobs
Wisteria Shirt
Short-sleeved cardigan or top with shirt collar, pretty picot trim, and delicate lace details. Sizes XS to 2XL. DK weight yarn. Designed by Lirio knits.
Bonus Patterns for Purchase
Cáblaà Hooded Scarf
Scarf with pockets and hood knit with braided edge and the cabled smocking. 3 sizes. Aran weight yarn. Designed by AnIrishKnitOdyssey.
Lake Hug Sweater Scarf
Wrap with sleeves with a lace galaxy spiral. 4 Sizes. DK weight yarn. Designed by NelkinDesigns.
Iris 3 Piece Baby Set
Matching striped baby blanket in garter stitch, cardigan, and hat knit flat. Sizes 3 to 24 Months. Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Tahki Yarns
Kimono Cropped Cardi
Yes, it's knit! Cardigan with an allover openwork lace pattern and wide kimono sleeves. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by SweaterBabe
Artisan Cowl and Headband
Matching set of headband with a twist and funnel cowl with ribbing. Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Crucci NZ.
Erste Cowl
Cowl that pairs columns of cables with a wide faux cable lace pattern. Sport weight yarn. Designed by bluepeninsula
Seven Slipper Styles for Comfy Feet Book
Knitting patterns for a variety of slippers, most knit flat. Many are suitable for beginners. Designed by Janis Frank (
