Free knitting patterns recently added to In the Loop Knitting including cardigans, easy sweaters, hats, scarves, vests, and more. Most patterns are free. Updated 12/29/25
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Free Patterns
Rosita Coat
Easy duster length cardigan with pockets knit flat with a 6 row repeat of welted stripes. No picking up stitches. Sizes S to 3XL. Sport weight yarn. Designed by Circulo’s Studio
Kid's Vest
Child's pullover vest knit with turtleneck collar and chevron lace motifs down the front. Sizes 2 years to 8 years. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Katia.
Hendaia Pouch
Drawstring bag knit flat with a mosaic houndstooth pattern in 4 row repeat with just one color per row. Size:13 x 22 cm. Designed by AllMad(e)Here. Aran weight yarn.
Fair Isle Tam
Beret style hat with a compass star design on crown and diamond pattern circling the edge. Designed by Lion Brand. DK weight yarn. A kit is also available.
Term Time Top
Sleeveless vest or sweater knit flat in two pieces with vertical wavy drop stitch seafoam. No picking up stitches. Sizes M to XXL. DK weight yarn. Designed by Pat Strong. Available in English, Dutch, German, Swedish
Rips Gone Crasy Shawl
Easy versatile shawl knit sideways in an 8 row repeat of what looks like mistake rib to form asymmetric triangle shape. Sample was created in self-striping Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Sylvie Rasch. A kit is also available.
V-Neck Vest
Classic men's vest knit seamlessly in the round with mostly knit stitcheswith ribbed v-neck, armhole edges, and hem. Sizes XS to 5X. Chunky weight yarn. Designed by Stitch Please.
Old Shale Ridged Blanket
Easy throw knit with alternating ripple lace and garter stitch stripes. DK weight yarn. Designed by Bernat.
More Free Patterns
Cabled Jar Cozy
The densely cabled fabric of this jar scover is a perfect insulator so you can use the jar for hot drinks, and the texture helps you grip your drink securely. And protects the jar from breaking if it falls (designer says to ask her how she knows!). Sizes 8in to 14.75in (20.5cm to 37.5cm). Uses one skein of Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Molly Brooks.
Angelic Sweater Poncho
Now free! Easy pattern for an elegant poncho with ripple lace and drop stitches knit flat in 2 pieces. You can also sew up the sides for a cute top. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by chezpascale.
Salute Sweater
Easy striped pullover knit flat in stockinette. No picking up of stitches. Very detailed instructions so it's great for beginners. Takes 24 hours to make according to the designer. Sizes 81cm / 34" to 117cm / 46". Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Wool and the Gang.
Sparkle and Steps Scarf
Easy scarf knit with a 4 row repeat staggered welted texture. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Amy Gunderson.
Comfort Bear Pillow
Jumbo-sized teddy bear pillow cover (though it also looks like a cat to me) knit flat with arms legs and ears. Size About 20 in. (51 cm) tall. Designed by Lion Brand. Designed for self-striping DK weight yarn. A kit is also available.
All Too Well Scarf and Hat
Easy scarf inspired by Taylor Swift's song lyrics and matching hat. Knit with an easy reversible 6 row repeat texture the designer calls the Swift Stitch. Aran weight yarn. Web pattern is free. Designed by Kristen McDonnell of Studio Knit.
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Fantail Bolero
Long sleeve cropped cardigan with tied front. Sizes: S to XL. Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Spotlight.
Crossword Socks
Cuff down socks with a crossword puzzle inspired checked pattern. Add a message in beads or embroidered letters. Fingering weight yarn. Nestle Your Tootsies (NYT, get it?) Crossword Socks designed by Deborah Tomasello.
Bonus Patterns for Purchase
Starling Top
Women’s A-line, cap-sleeved tee with a center lace panel of graduated lace leaves from small to large. Sizes To Fit Bust: 34" to 66". DK weight yarn. Designed by Julie Turjoman.
Silfa Cardigan
Long-sleeved v-neck cardigan buttoned at the waist knit with basketweave texture. Sizes: 30 to 54” / 76 to 137 cm. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Kristen TenDyke.
Another Way Scarf or Shawl
Stash buster scarf or shawl knit on the bias with diagonal garter stitch stripes. Great use for leftover DK weight yarn. Designed by Louise Zass-Bangham
Big Hearted Blanket
Patchwork blanket with colorful blocks knit with hearts. It looks like it's knit with garter stitch. Great stash buster for Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Mary Maxim
Lochton Vest
Cardigan buttoned vest with pockets with cables knit almost seamlessly. Sizes To Fit Bust: 29in/73cm to 64in/163cm. DK weight yarn. Designed by RiverRoadKnits.
Eddie Teddy Blanket and Bear
Matching set of patchwork blanket andteddy bear toy. The baby blanket knit with blocks including colorful bears, zigzag sweater motifs, and a knit and purl bear face. The teddy bear companion matches the bear on the blanket including sweater and pants. Sport weight yarn. Designed by Debbie Bliss. A kit is also available.
