Free knitting patterns recently added to In the Loop Knitting including vests, blankets, toys, scarves, cowls, hats, and more. Most patterns are free. Updated 7/28/25
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Free Patterns
Cabled Comfort Vest
Sleeveless slipover top knit sideways with cables. Sizes XS to 2XL. DK weight yarn. Designed by Wiam's Crafts. Web version is free.
Light Shades
May only be free for a limited time. Knit lamp shades in three styles: Eldborg with cables, Esja simple shade, and Eldgjá convex shade. Designed by Dottir Knits.
Merino Del Sol Ladies Vest
Woman's cardigan vest knit with a 4 row repeat texture stitch. Sizes To Fit Size: 32" to 56". Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Plymouth Yarn.
Color Cascade Bias Panel Blanket
Easy blanket knit with two colorways of self-striping yarn and a solid contrast in a 6 row repeat. Constructed of 2 corner-to-corner bias panels that are sewn together down the center to create a vibrant chevron pattern. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Red Heart.
Ravishing Hat and Cowl Set
Matching beret and shoulder cozy. Beret in 3 sizes. Cowl/shrug sizes Small to 3X. Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Afifa.
Softly Scarf
Lace scarf with interlocked eyelet diamonds. DK weight yarn. Designed by Martin Storey.
Ice Cream Swirl Hat
Easy beanie hat with diagonal stripes that create a swirl look. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Cortney Larson.
Double Collar Cowl
Buttoned neckwarmer with collar knit with stripes of variegated yarn. Quick knit in Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Wiam's Crafts.
More Free Patterns
Audrey Tunic
Flattering woman's pullover sweater with off shoulder neckline knit with simple ribbing and stockinette. Sizes XS to 3X. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Ashleigh Kiser
Nutty Holiday Squirrels
Adorable squirrel toys or ornaments wearing bows and carrying acorns and baskets. All knit flat on two needles. Size Height: 10cm/4". DK weight yarn. Designed by MurisKnits.
Aster Flower Scarf
Yes, it's knit! Oversized scarf with flowers created with slipped and dropped stitches. Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Loopy Mango.
Snowflake Throw
Four different Nordic snowflakes in blocks separated by bramble stitch. Designed by Mary Maxim. Aran weight yarn.
Delilah the Daffodoll
This flower fairy doll wears a daffodil on her head and a leafy dress and shoes. Size 7 inches/18cm. DK yarn. Designed by Emma Cox.
Thatch-Eaves Slipover
V-neck vest with an interesting 8 row repeat cross stitch knit sideways in two pieces. DK weight yarn. Designed by Lisa R. Myers.
DNA Sweater Shell
Sleeveless tank top with double helix cable framed with diamond and torchon lace patterns. Sizes Bust 33 to 44". DK weight yarn. Designed by Chris O'Brien. Pictured project by OctopusKnits
Lucky Clover Lace Stole
Exquisite lace shawl with a four leaf clover lace pattern. I think this would make a lovely wedding shawl in white. Lace weight yarn. Designed by Ann Dinh.
Bonus Patterns for Purchase
Garterponcho
Easy little capelet poncho knit in garter stitch. Sizes S/M/L. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Vanja Tubin
Colorful Chevron Blanket
Easy blanket knit with garter stitch zigzag and two colorways of gradient or self-striping yarn. 2 sizes: a lap blanket/baby blanket and a throw blanket. Designed by HandKnitArtisans
Hooded Coat 161
Easy cardigan duster knit in garter stitch. Sizes S - XXXL. Designed by Anette Eriksson.
Chantal Collar Cardigan
Cardigan is worked top-down in a slip stitch pattern. Sizes XS to 3XL. DK weight yarn. Designed by Morecaknit.
Tearoom Doll
Doll knit flat with two either ankle socks or stripy tights, Mary Jane Shoes. Hair is quick and easy to apply and hat is sewn in place. Frilly dolly skirt is removable. DK weight yarn. Height: 11". Designed by maryjanestearoom.
Genome Shawl
Triangular lace and garter shawl with lace inspired by the double helix in DNA strands. Sport weight yarn. Designed by Linnah.
