Free knitting patterns recently added to In the Loop Knitting including cardigans, Halloween projcts, blankets, scarves, and more. Most patterns are free. Updated 9/11/23
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Free Patterns
Cosy Cable Scarf
Free for limited time, not sure how long. Timeless scarf with central celtic cable design. Designed by Woman's Weekly. Chunky weight yarn.
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Bat
May only be free for a limited time. Bat toy knitted almost in one piece with easy-to-sew pair of felt-sheet wings. Size 13cm/ 5in tall. Designed by Claire Garland. Sport weight yarn.
Lighthouse Sweater
A lighthouse on a snowy coast lights up this sweater landscape. Sizes 42-45-48 inch chest. Worsted weight yarn. Great stash buster. Designed by Lynne and Douglas Barr for Sweaterscapes.
Tea and Crumpets Mitts
These stunning fingerless mitts feature the three-dimensionality and texture of a twisted rib that is striking and so easy to create. Small/Medium, Medium/Large. Uses less than on skein of Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Deborah Simon for Knitty.
Pumpkin Mittens
Pumpkin topped mittens are perfect for Halloween and fall wear. I think these are absolutely hilarious and would be great conversation starters. Designed by Lumi Karmitsa. Aran weight yarn.
Must Have Cardigan
Cabled long-sleeved cardigan sweater with diamond and other cables. Sizes 28-34" [71-86.5 cm] to 56-62" [142-157.5 cm]. Designed by Gayle Bunn. Worsted weight yarn. A kit is also available.
Activity Cubes
Fun baby toy that will keep baby interested and aid development. Cube is knit with 6 squares in moss/seed stitch and formed around a foam cube while handle is knit in stockinette. A small pocket animal toy is knit and can be kept in cube pocket. Add on rattles, mirrors, wooden teething rings, and more. 3 Sizes. Designed by Go Handmade for Hobbii. DK weight yarn. A kit is also available.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- Get foam cubes on Amazon (Prime options available)
- Get rattle noisemakers on Amazon
- Get wooden teething rings on Amazon
- See more Quick Baby Shower Gift Knitting Patterns
Chamerion Poncho
Three-color poncho using a Linen stitch pattern to join each new color. It has a relaxed fit and a curved hi-lo hem. Chamerion is the scientific name for Fireweed, a wildflower. DK weight yarn. Designed by Christina Danaee.
Pineroot Wall Hanging
Rustic wall hanging is a quick, chunky, one-skein knit that incorporates a simple lace motif, eyelets, dropped stitches, and garter stitch. Designed by jennifer dziuba-leatherman. Super Bulky weight yarn.
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Forest Dishcloth Set
Set of 4 garter stitch washcloths or dishcloths including tree shaped triangles, stripes, half and half, and solid color. Finished Size: 8.25” x 7.5” each. Dsigned by Marcia Dallarosa. DK weight.
- Get the free knitting patterns
- Get the recommended Circulo Yarns - Apolo Eco 4/6 yarn at Amazon
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Star Trek Socks
Two Star Trek inspired socks one featuring the message To Boldly Go with the Starfleet insignia and the other Starfleet Academy Socks with the academy insignia. Designed by StitchyDragon Creates
- Get the free To Boldly Go Socks knitting pattern
- Get the free Starfleet Academy Socks knitting pattern
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Down on the Farm Blanket
Patchwork baby blanket featuring farm animals such a ducks, sheep, pigs, and cows, with solid color and striped blocks. Blanket: 29in to 37in. Designed by Amy Bahrt. Aran weight yarn.
Driggs Ave. Hattitude
Square-topped hat knit in 2 color Garter Block. Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Lion Brand.
Ribbon Scarf
Pretty and practical, this scarf is knit in the round in a long tube with pointed ends and can be worn a variety of ways. Uses one skein of fingering weight yarn. Designed by Purl Soho.
Diamond Saddle Sweaters
Pullover jumper sweater for women or men with diamond cable panels and options for crew neck or roll collar. Women’s Sizes 70 to 110 cm / 28 inches to 44 inches. Men's Sizes 80 to 130 cm / 32 inches to 52 inches. Designed by Patons Australia. Worsted weight yarn.
Domino Baby Blanket
Garter stitch mitered squares knit with a square of variegated yarn bordered with a solid color to become a peaceful whole. Great stashbuster for scrap sock yarn. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Sylvia Roozeboom. Pictured project by judithvanpraag
Very Scary Pullovers
Halloween themed children's sweaters, one with a skull and crossbones and the other with a jack o'lantern face. Sizes 2 yrs to 8 yrs. Designed by Bernat. Worsted weight yarn. A kit is also available.
Party Bunting
Festive decorative pennants with eyelets in the top to thread a cord or ribbon through. There is a full alphabet chart so you can create any message you like. Designed by Jo Shaw. DK weight yarn. Pictured projects by annahhite and jesscheung83
Patterns for Purchase
Lace Knitting Stitches: Beginner's Guide and Lace Knitting Stitches
Free ebook with Kindle Unlimited and available for purchase in other ways. This beginner’s guide introduces some of the most important stitches in lace knitting, recommends some needles and patterns to try. Written by Lewis Adams
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Double Breasted Jacket
Long-sleeved cardigan with shawl collar and ribbed double breasted front. Sizes: 32-34, 36-38, 40-42, 44-46. Designed by Mary Maxim. Worsted weight yarn.
Kid's Sailboat Pullover
Nautical themed children's sweater with a colorful sailboat. Sizes 2,4 and 6 years old. DK weight yarn. Designed by Mary Maxim.
Thistleback Shawl Knitting Pattern
Exquisite shawl knit with a floral garden of colorful designs. Pattern includes written instructions and color-coded charts and links to resources and tutorials. Sport weight yarn. Designed by Carol Sunday.
Lace Balloon Sleeve Cardigan
This V neck cardigan features balloon sleeves with a diamond lace pattern and a cable rib stitch on the body. Sizes UK 6-8 / US 2-4 (32-24 in) to UK 26-28 / US 22-24 (52-54 in). DK weight yarn. 10664 designed by Sirdar. A kit is also available.
Hide-Away Beehive and Bees
With this pattern you can make a beehive toy and five bees to live inside (including a crown for a Queen). Finished bees are approximately 3.5" long and 7" around, and the completed beehive stands approximately 8" tall. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by WibblyWobblyKnits.
