Free knitting patterns recently added to In the Loop Knitting including Christmas knitting, women's cardigans, shawls, and more. Most patterns are free. Updated 11/9/26
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Free Patterns
Catskill Raglan Cardigan
Cozy shawl collared cardigan knit flat with slipped stitch mountains. The front bands are knit separately and sewn on. Sizes S to 5X. DK weight yarn. Designed by Lion Brand.
- Get the free knitting pattern. Download link is at the bottom of the page.
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Easy Hooded Cowl
Easy hood knit flat two pieces and then seamed. Quick knit in Super Bulky weight yarn. Available in English, Dutch, French, German, Italian, Spanish. Designed by Katia.
Palomar Top
Inspired by entwined nautical knots, this sleeveless tank features diamond cables framing moss stitch and i-cord ties lacing up the sides as a decorative detail. Body knit flat and neck and arm edgings are knit in the round. Sizes: Extra Small to 5X. DK weight yarn. Designed by Aubrey P Busek.
Squoosh Poncho
Easy poncho in sizes for the whole family knit flat in two pieces with a 4 row repeat texture. Sizes 1 year to Adult. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Jessica Powers.
Men's Basic Hat and Scarf Set
Easy accessory set suitable for beginners includes a hat knit flat with with folded ribbed brim and ribbed scarf. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Caron Design Team.
Solstice Jar
Lacy sleeve to fit over a jam jar. Add an LED light to shine through the lace to light up those long winter nights. Lace weight yarn. Designed by Jennifer Evans.
Fleur-de-lis Stitch Blanket
Colorful blanket knit with a clustered stitch in a 4 row repeat that looks like lily symbols. There's no side border instructions but adding a some garter stitch at either side of the row should be a simple addition. Adaptable to any size. Designed for at least 3 colors, but I think it would look great with many as you want. I think it would be a great use for leftover DK weight yarn. Designed by Lynzi Venn.
Forest Moss Beanie
Easy slouchy hat knit flat with a 4 row repeat moss stitch. Uses one skein of Aran weight yarn. Designed by Paintbox Yarns
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Starling Shawl
Triangular shawl knit with Pine Trees Lace in a chevron zigzag texture that is mirrored in a zigzag sawtooth lace border. DK weight yarn. Designed by Shannon Dunbabin.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- See the Ravelry page
- Get the recommended Cascade Yarns Merikash yarn
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Evergreen Garden Cardigan
V-neck buttoned cardigan knit with lace borders and cuffs inspired by the leaves and greenery that last through winter. Knit seamlessly from the top down. Sizes XS to 5X. DK weight yarn. Designed by Sabine Hajostek for Knitty.
Rubic Scarf
Oversized scarf knit with a diagonal herringbone texture in an 18 row repeat. Quick knit in Jumbo weight yarn. Designed by Berroco Design Team.
Christmas Bell
Holiday tree ornament shaped like a bell. Uses just 30 yards of DK weight yarn. Designed by Annanitato Lolo of Crazy Hands. Video tutorial included with pattern.
Snowy Christmas Tree
Quick holiday decoration knit flat in garter stitch, shaped with short rows and snow tops worked with intarsia. Perfect for Christmas village displays or table decor. Two sizes, though the sizes aren't given. Great stash buster for Sport weight yarn. Designed by Sybil R.
Quick Scarf
Easy and cozy triangle scarf knit with garter stitch. Uses one skein 100g of recommended Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Brian Smith Designs.
- Get the free knitting pattern
- Get the recommended Cascade Yarns Baby Alpaca Chunky yarn at Amazon
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Snowberry Mittens
Adult and child sized mittens knit with blossoms or berry clusters created with no-turn bobbles. Sizes Kid, Adult Small/Medium, Adult Large. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Purl Soho.
Elf Christmas Sweater and Hat
Holiday outfit with matching striped pullover and striped stocking cap. Or knit in other colors to wear any time! Quick knit in Bulky weight yarn. Sweater Sizes 2 years to 10 years. Hat Sizes Baby to Adult. Web version is free. Designed by Louise Bollanos for Handy Little Me.
Bonus Patterns for Purchase
Over the Rooftops Blanket
Inspired by the lyrics of “Step in Time” from the Mary Poppins movie (I just rewatched this myself!), this easy blanket comes in 5 sizes from baby blanket to XL throw and features a stunning mix of easy textures evoking an aerial city view. Quick knit in Super Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Fifty Four Ten Studio.
Away in a Manger Nativity Wreath
Christmas wreath featuring the nativity scene with Mary and Joseph watching over the baby Jesus in the crib. Knit flat. DK weight yarn. Designed by Amanda Berry.
Strolling Cardigan
Exquisite long-sleeved cardigan knit with lace leaves framed with meandering path cables. Cable and lace patterns are both charted and written. Sizes To Fit Bust/Chest: 36in to 54in. DK weight yarn. Designed by Cheryl Chow.
Santa's Delivery Tissue Box Cover
Adorable Christmas decoration idea that turns your tissue box into a chimney with tissue smoke coming out. Complete with Santa Claus perched on top with his bag. DK weight yarn. Designed by WildWelshKnitting.
Willow Cardigan
Cozy statement cardigan knit with wide ribbing that gives it an almost pleated look, open front with shawl collar, and ballon sleeves. Sizes 41in to 60in / 104 to 154 cm. Designed by MONM Knitting.
Top Notes Poncho
Lace shoulder cozy is elegant enough for your holiday evenings. Sizes S/M/L/XL. DK weight yarn. Designed by Petra Breakstone.
