Free knitting patterns recently added to In the Loop Knitting including shawls, sweaters, blankets, Christmas decorations, mitts, slippers, and more. Most patterns are free. Updated 12/9/24
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Free Patterns
Azulejo Sweater
This gorgeous all-diamond pattern was inspired by traditional tile work found in Portugal and parts of Spain. Women's pullover knit top-down sweater with a drop-shoulder construction with Fair Isle. 9 Sizes. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by The Strikkechick. A kit is also available.
Bee Bunting
Garland wall decor with adorable bees and sunflowers all knit flat. The flowers and bees would also make fun decorations or toys. Designed by Nicola Valiji. DK weight yarn.
Willow Fingerless Mitts
Easy extra long wrist warmers knit flat with cut icord bow keep you cozy while leaving your fingers free for more knitting. Sport yarn. Designed by Gwendolyn Jones. A kit is also available.
Swatch Baubles
Create a colorful Christmas ornament while creating swatches of colour combinations and patterns. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Mona Zillah
Diagonal Striped Scarf
Stash buster triangle scarf knit in garter stitch diagonal stripes. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Plymouth Yarn.
Fireside Loafer
Slippers with plaid upper and cozy low cuff. 3 Sizes. Designed by Sherrie Kibler. DK weight yarn.
Lace Bodice Tunic
Short-sleeved pullover tunic or dress with chevron lace bodice and circular yoke that flows into a skirt with chevron lace columns. Aran weight yarn. 2 Sizes. Lace Dress with Round Yoke in Schachenmayr Sun City 6635. Available in English and German
Ball-ble Ornaments
This knit skein creates a fun knitter themed Christmas ornament knit with twisted rib and travelling stitches to create a yarn-like texture. Size 3.25 “ / 8 cm tall. Designed by Lily Kate France. Fingering weight yarn. May only be free for a limited time.
Fake Sweater Scarf
This scarf is designed to look like a sweater worn over the shoulders with ends wrapped around the shoulders and loosely knotted at the front and a square shape in back. DK weight yarn. Designed by Susanne Müller for Paula_m. Available in English and German
More Free Patterns
Bed of Tulips Shawl
Triangular shawl worked on the bias with flowers and flower border knit in garter stitch shaped with short rows. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Babs 1957. Pictured project by tirinock. Available in English and German
Santa Shelf Sitter
Santa Claus doll toy plushie knit flat. Size 17.5cms (6.5 inches) not including legs. DK weight yarn. Designed by Aussie Jean.
Klaara Hood
Buttoned hood with lace border below a 4 row repeat texture. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Lea Petäjä.
Keep-your-head-warm Hat
Striped stash buster beanie using easy slipped stitch colorwork to create an ombre effect. I think this would be a good first slipped stitch project. Designed for 6 colors so it's great for stash busting leftover Aran weight yarn. Designed by Julie Blauw.
Blouse with Scarf Collar
Pullover sweater with three quarter sleeves and a cowl collar that transforms to an attached scarf. Sizes S to L. Designed by Jytte Slente. Fingering weight yarn.
Candy Dots Throw
Stash buster blanket knit in an easy two color slipped stitch pattern in a 4 row repeat creating horizontal and vertical stripes. The yarn ends are turned into tassel fringe so there no ends to weave in. Designed for 7 colors, it's a great stash buster for bulky weight yarn. Web pattern is free. A printable pdf is available for purchase. Designed by Alexandra Tavel of Two of Wands.
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- Purchase a printable pdf
- Get the kit at Lion Brand
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Game, Set, Match Tank and Skirt Set
Tennis or pickleball outfit with sleeveless v-neck tank top and pleated skirt with contrasting trim. Sizes XS to 5X. Sport weight yarn. Designed by Amy Gunderson.
Star Bright Throw
Quilt inspired blanket constructed of 9 squares knit with garter stitch. Designed by Amy Gunderson. Super Bulky yarn.
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Garden Of The North Sweater
Flowers and diamonds circle the yoke of this long sleeved pullover with matching Fair Isle designs at the cuffs and hem. Fingering weight yarn. Sizes XS to XL. Designed by Novita. A kit is also available.
Bonus Patterns for Purchase
Candy Ripple Hat
Colorful swirled hat with a cozy fold-over brim in sizes to fit all ages. Easy hat knit flat using simple knit and purl rows. 8 Sizes: Newborn to Adult Large. Worsted yarn. Designed by SweetBeaniesBoutique
Joy Sweater
This easy sweater is designed to be a great beginner project, knit flat in garter stitch. Great stash buster to gobble up all your yarn scraps. Sizes XS to XXL. Chunky weight yarn. Designed by KnitFolkCo
Snowman, Rudolph and Christmas Tree
Three adorable Christmas themed decorations and toys including a red-nosed reindeer, snowman holding a gift, and decorated tree. Sizes from 4 inches to 6 inches. Patterns available as a set or individually. Designed by TheStitchyKnitter
Beate Jacket
Women's cardigan with wide sleeves finished with loop stitch with loop stitch. Sizes Bust circumference: 94 to 127 cm / 37 to 50″. Designed by Stine Hoelgaard. A kit is also available.
Raging Rivers Afghan
Throw blanket knit in strips with a beautiful Ladder Rib Stitch and Cable Design, reminiscent of swirling rivers. Designed by Billie and Julie-Ann Birchfield.
Gingerbread Doll
Adorable doll inspired by gingerbread cookies knit flat and seamed. Size 26cm (10 inches). DK weight yarn. Designed by Midaami292.
Easy Twist Sweater
Women's pullover sweater knit with 4 row repeat mock cables lace. No cable needles. Designed by easy as knit. A kit is also available.
