Free knitting patterns recently added to In the Loop Knitting including shawls, cardigans, toys, blankets, and more. Most patterns are free. Updated 8/14/23
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Free Patterns
Sadia Triangular Shawl
Garter stitch striped triangle shawl. Designed by Quail Studio. Fingering weight yarn. Available in English, Dutch, French
Squared Shades Throw
Modular blanket of four squares are knit from the center out, starting as a circle and then becoming square. Great showcase for self-striping yarn. I think you could even knit just one square for a small baby blanket. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Ann Regis. A kit is also available.
Oversized Shrug
Super easy cocoon cardigan knit flat in one rectangle with a 6 row repeat Slip Stitch Mesh stitch edged with garter stitch. Sizes S/M, (L/XL). Fast project in Super Bulky and suitable for beginners. Woman’s Oversized Shrug in Plymouth Yarn De Aire 2391.
Fichu Bleu Shawl
Easy shawl knit with stripes of broken rib and stockinette on the wings and a center back panel of broken rib. Rated easy by Ravelrers. Name means "blue scarf". Sport weight yarn. Designed by Orlane Sucche.
Polar Bear
Stuffie polar bear toy knit flat modularly. Size 33cm / 13 inches from nose to tail. Designed by Claire Garland. Super Bulky weight yarn. May only be free for a limited time.
Cabled Capelet
Buttoned shawl wrap with cables on a garter stitch. Designed by Plymouth Yarn. Super Bulky weight yarn.
Coral Fish
Fish stuffie toy knit flat. Size 25 cm / 10 inches. Designed by Ngoc Ngoc Nguyen. Sport yarn. May only be free for a limited time.
Phildar Mouse
Squeezable mouse stuffie toy knit flat. Looks easy to me. Size 11 cm x 8 cm / 4.5 inches x 3 inches. Could make a great cat toy too! Sport weight yarn. Soft Toy in Phildar Phil Coton 3
More Free Patterns
Sugar Drops Baby Blanket
Baby blanket knit with stripes of candy shaped color in an 8 row repeat slip stitch. Approx 29in x 32in. Sport weight yarn. Designed by Universal Yarn Design Team
The Barbra
Face it! This bold graphic face sweater is the fashion statement you've been looking for. The face worked with a combination of intarsia and stranded colorwork on a drop shoulder pullover. Sizes To Fit Chest: 35 inches to 73 inches / 89cm to 185.5cm. DK weight yarn. Designed by Melissa Kennelly for Knitty.
Smocked Wrist Warmers
Fingerless mitts knit with smocking stitch and finished with a picot edge. Uses one skein 100g of Fingering weight yarn.Smocked Wrist Warmers in Regia Angora Merino R0090. Available in English, Dutch, French, German
Baby Sock Yarn Jacket
Baby cardigan knit with garter stitch uses up all those leftover bits of sock yarn. Size chest 20 inches. Designed by Linda Moorhouse.
Derwent Throw and Cushions
A stunning cable and lace design on this blanket is mirrored on a matching pillow cover. A bonus pillow cover pattern features bobbles and lines texture. Aran weight yarn. Derwent Cushions and Bed Runner 7065 designed by Yarnsmiths
Honeycomb Aran Sweater
Unisex gender neutral pullover sweater for women and men with cable diamond, honeycomb, and other cable patterns. Sizes XS/S 28-34" [71-86.5 cm] to 4XL/5XL 56-62" [142-157.5 cm]. Designed by Patons. Worsted weight yarn.
Mesh Cardigan with Short Sleeves
Simple yet elegant short sleeved cardigan knit with an 8 row repeat lace. Sizes to fit bust 32/34“ [82/86 cm], 36/38“[92/97 cm] and 40/42“ [102/107 cm]. DK weight yarn. S7383 Ladies’ Jacket with Short Sleeves designed by Schachenmayr.
Sheep Circular Needles Holder
A cozy to keep circular needles , crochet hooks, or even e-readers. It has a cute sheep on the front and fastens with a button on the back. Size 7.5" (19cm) × 4.5"(11,5cm). DK weight yarn. Designed by Justyna Kacprzak.
Patterns for Purchase
Lirio Shawl
Gorgeous triangular shawl with stunning flower inspired lace patterns. LIRIO is a beautiful Spanish word for “Lily”. Designed by Valentina Bogdanova. DK weight yarn.
Butterfly Kimono Cardigan
Cardigan with a loose, relaxing fit with extra big sleeves, which creates a butterfly effect, and wide neckline. Sizes Bust Circumference: 100 cm, (110 cm), 130 cm 39 inches, (43 inches), 51 inches Aran weight yarn. Designed by MINGBI LUO.
ReLuxe Capelet
Sampler style with 5 unique stitch pattern blocks in cables and textures. Knit flat in one piece with collar and border knit on. Bulky weight. Designed by Shaina Bilow
Basketweave Cardigan, Hat and Blanket
Matching knit baby layette set in basketweave texture. Sizes Newborn to 3 years. Fingering weight yarn. Cardigan, Hat and Blanket in Stylecraft Wondersoft 4ply Cashmere Feel - 9911.
Rabbit in the Lettuce Patch
Bunny rabbit surrounded by lettuce leaves. Designed as a chocolate orange cover, you can easily turn it into a toy stuffie by stuffing the bunny. The cover measures approx. Height: 17cms / 7in. All pieces are knitted flat on a pair of straight knitting needles. DK weight yarn. Designed by WhiskersPawsandClaws.
