Free knitting patterns recently added to In the Loop Knitting including baby sweaters, women's sweaters, blankets, Christmas decorations, purses, and more. Most patterns are free. Updated 10/9/23
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Free Patterns
Ohia Tunic
Short-sleeved pullover sweater with cable and ribbed empire waist. Worsted weight yarn. Sizes To Fit Bust: 32 inches to 44 inches. Designed by Nikki Van De Car
- Get the free knitting pattern
- See the Ravelry page
- Get the recommended Knit Picks Wool of the Andes Worsted yarn at Amazon
- See more Empire Sweater Knitting Patterns
Anglo-Saxon Tablet Cozy Cover
A cabled envelope-style cozy suitable for an ipad or other tablet knit with an 8 row repeat woven cable stitch that provides a thick protective fabric. Made in one piece with side seams and twisted cord tie and toggle fastening. Finished dimensions of cozy: approx. 26cm x 20cm / 10¼ x 8”. Uses one 100gr skein of Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Jane Howorth
Zing Vest
Pullover vest with a mock cardigan style with deep v-neck and split hem. Sport weight yarn. Sizes to fit bust 32 inches to 42 inches / 81cm to 107cm. Designed by Sarah Hatton
- Get the free knitting pattern
- Get the recommended Rowan Cotton Glace yarn at Amazon
- See more Mock Cardigan Knitting Patterns
Wee Bonny Basket Baby Blanket
Baby blanket with a knit and purl basket weave design on a field of seed stitches in an 18 row repeat. Finished Measurements: 32”/81.5cm x 28”/71cm. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Juli Drake. May only be free for a limited time.
Holiday Frost Snowflakes
Knit snowflakes in three designs for Christmas tree ornaments, holiday decorations, garlands, appliques, and more. Designed by Bobbi IntVeld. Worsted weight yarn. May only be free for a limited time.
Veneer Sweater
Women's top-down raglan-style pullover knit seamlessly with mock turtleneck, chevron shaped yoke, and decorative increase and decrease pattern on waistline and sleeves. Sizes Finished bust measurements: 32” to 58" / 82 cm to 146 cm. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Rikke Eliasen for Filcolana. Available in English, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, German, Norwegian, Swedish
Blossom Birds
Decorate your walls or mantel with a branch covered with these knit birds and flowers. Birds are knit flat with floral patterns. Great use for leftover yarn! Designed by Claire Garland. Worsted weight yarn.
Belt Loop Bottle Carrier
Water container sling to hold a water or juice bottle when you’re on the go and have little to no pockets. Just put your belt through the loop and go on your way! Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Megan Bassett
Expo 67 Cowl
Latticed cables in one color on a striped background form triangles reminiscent of geodesic structures. DK weight yarn. Designed by Espace Tricot. May only be free for a limited time.
Reindeer Ornament or Toy
Rudolph the Reindeer stuffie with red nose and scarf that will look super cute on your Christmas tree. Also a cute small toy. Knit flat in individual parts then stuffed and sewn together. Finished size: Height: 17 cm / 6.69” with the loop. Sport weight yarn. Designed by Au bout du pré. A kit is also available.
Double Scoop Baby Sweater
Baby and toddler roll-edge crew-neck pullover with ice cream cone motif and striped sleeves. Sizes 6 months, 1 year, 2 years, and 4 years. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Gail Pfeifle, Roo Designs.
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- See more Striped Baby Sweater Knitting Patterns
Mountain Mists Afghan
Striped and solid garter stitch triangles inspired by the look of mists rising up from the side of mountains are knit into strips and then sewn together to form this colorful blanket. Each Strip is worked in triangle sections. Designed for 5 colors, it's great for stash busting. Dimensions: About 45 x 54 in. (114.5 x 137 cm. Designed by Lion Brand. Super Bulky weight yarn.
Gladiolus
V-neck ribbed baby cardigan knit seamlessly top down in one piece. There are stitches picked up for button band, sleeves, shoulders. Sizes Newborn to 24 months. Designed by Knit-a-Zoo. DK weight yarn. Available in English, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, German, Norwegian, Swedish
More Free Patterns
One Hour Beanie
The designer says this easy hat in Super Bulky yarn can be finished in around an hour. Color change optional. Sizes 3 sizes - S M L. Designed by The Knit Guru.
Gingham Throw
Knit plaid blanket in two color stranded colorwork creating checkerboard and solid squares. About 42 x 46 in. (106.5 x 117 cm). Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Lion Brand.
Honey Pie Cowl
Cable cowl knit with an an 8 round repeat. Pattern has both written and charted instructions. Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Claire Slade.
Valentina Beanie
Heart hat knit flat with hearts in intarsia. Sizes S (M) L. Designed by Knit Gang for Hobbii. DK weight yarn.
Pin Check Stitch Slippers
Two color slippers knit flat on 2 needles and seamed with an easy 4 row repeat slipped stitch colorwork design on the heel and garter stitch toe. Optional flower is crocheted but I have a link to knit flowers. Aran weight yarn. Designed by 3 petites mailles.
Easy Ribbed Slipover
Shawl collared striped sleeveless pullover sweater knit with 2 row repeat ribbing. Only one size listed because the ribbing stretches but I'd probably customize the size. Designed by Galina Carrol for Lion Brand Yarn. Worsted weight yarn.
Bear in Vest and Bow Tie
This handsome bear is all dressed up in a waistcoat and tie. Size Approximately 9" tall. F203 Stuffed Bear designed by Linda Jones and JoAnne Turcotte. Aran weight yarn.
Sasha Boxy Jacket
Garter stitch cardigan with collar. Sizes Finished Chest 38 to 52 in. / 96.5 to 132 cm. Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Lion Brand.
Time For Tea Sign
Knitted banner with knit cakes, flower in vase, and message appliqued on knitted squares. Instructions are included for the letters needed for ‘Time For Tea’ but you can also use Frankie's Alphabet pattern to create a different message. Great gift! The finished picture measures 36 x 56 cm (14 x 22”). Great use for leftover yarn! Designed by Frankie Brown. DK weight yarn.
Flowered Purse
This pretty bag will brighten your day with the colorwork daisy the the front and seed stitch stripes on the back. Additional knit applique petals and some beads add extra flair. Size 9" x 8" [23 x 20.5 cm].. DK weight yarn. Designed by Lion Brand
Beth's Cables
Seamless baby cardigan with cables that run down the raglan sleeves and sides. Knitted top down in one piece. Just pick up 3 stitches for sleeves. Sizes 3 months to 12 months. Designed by Knit-a-Zoo. DK weight yarn.
Sunflower Beret
This slouchy tam features a cheerful sunflower on top. Designed by Lion Brand. Worsted weight yarn. A kit is also available.
Cupcake Bags
Tote purses decorated with sweet cakes which are knitted separately and then sewn on. Includes instructions for knitted linings and a mini cake charm to hang from the bag handle. 2 sizes. DK weight yarn. Designed by Frankie Brown
Grace Note Mitts
One skein fingerless mitts with lace pattern like a vine or group of musical notes. Designed by Laurie Beardsley. Uses one skein 219 yards of Fingering weight yarn.
Let It Snow Wall Hanging
Knitted picture with snowman and the message "Let It Snow" on a background of knitted squares. 45cm wide and 36.5cm tall. Designed by Bobbi IntVeld. DK weight yarn.
Patterns for Purchase
Spider Web Cardigan
Cardigan sweater features spider webs on the yoke and cuffs. Worked top down. Sizes Bust Circumference: 71 to 158 cm / 28 to 62 inches. Spinster Cardigan designed by Magali McDonald (The Knit Yorker). Fingering weight yarn.
"Oopsie Daisy Shrug and Top Set
Cute all over daisy pattern pullover shrug arm warmer and cami with a subtle trapeze shaping and option for longer length. Sizes 28-30” to 48-50”. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Anxiousgirlknits.
Magical Woodland Knits
Free with Kindle Unlimited. Knitting Patterns for 12 Wonderfully Lifelike Animals by Claire Garland including grey squirrel, barn owl, yellow-necked field mouse, wolf, fox, wild rabbit, roe deer fawn, mallard, pheasant, badger, and more. Also available for purchase as Kindle or Paperback.
Leksak Lady
Women’s pullover tunic sweater with a flattering open front starting at the yoke for a cardigan look without buttons. Sizes: 80 - 128 cm, 32 - 51 in. Baby and child sizes also available. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Yarn-Madness.
- Get the knitting pattern
- Get the BABY/ChILD knitting pattern
- See more Mock Cardigan Knitting Patterns
Scary Cat Sweater
This pullover sweater features green cats and geometric designs on the yoke. Worked top down with a colorwork yoke, with possibilities for different body lengths and different sleeves. Sizes Bust Circumference: 85 to 183 cm / 33 to 72 inches. Designed by Jennifer Ruschinski. Fingering weight yarn.
Big Fat Frog
Large cuddly whimsical frog knit with 2 skeins of worsted-weight yarn. Finished size: 14" high x 11" wide. Designed by Clair Fairall
Chunky Shrug
Cocoon style wrap cardigan knit flat in one rectangle, then folded and seamed to form the cardigan. Finished sizes: S (M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL) Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Sandi Prosser for Annie’s Signature Designs.
Lemondrop Mock Cardigan
No longer free. Women’s long pullover sweater with an open front joined at the bust by a conventional Celtic knot cable, balanced by complementary cables on the back and sleeves. DK weight yarn. Sizes Size: XS to 5XL. 997 designed by Valley Yarns.
