Free Knitting Patterns

Outdoor Sweater

Crew neck long-sleeved pullover in a one row repeat textured rib. Kids sizes 6 to 14, Men’s sizes 36 to 44. Rated easy by Red Heart Design Team. Pictured project by Pinkdarb

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get the recommended Comfort Chunky Yarn at Red Heart

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Bottle Rocket

This pullover hoodie features an extra pocket in front perfect for carrying a bottle handsfree when camping, hiking, fishing, or just relaxing. Quick knit in bulky yarn. Men’s sizes S(M, L, X-L, 2X-L). Designed by Michelle Porter for Knitty

• Get the free knitting pattern
• See the Ravelry page
• Support Knitty on Patreon

Hey Handsome Cardigan

Long-sleeved sweater with mirrored cables and shawl collar. Men’s sizes XS to 5XL. Designed by Yarnspirations

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get the recommended Patons Classic Wool Worsted yarn on Amazon

His Cabled Pullover

Cozy long sleeved sweater with all-over cable pattern. Sizes Small, Medium, Large, Extra-Large but runs large. Designed by Melissa Leapman for Red Heart. Matching pattern for women available.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• See the Ravelry page
• Get the matching women’s pullover pattern

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V Neck Pullover

Long-sleeved sweater is rated easy by the designer Yarnspirations. Sizes from XS to 5XL.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get the recommended Caron Simply Soft Yarn on Amazon

Terry’s Pullover

Long-sleeved sweater by Carol Feller features lattice cables framing a V-neck, a slight shawl collar, and ribbed sleeve detail. Finished Size 37 (41¼, 44¾, 48¾, 53)” chest circumference. Pictured project by Perrperrjones

• Get the free knitting pattern from Interweave for free registration
• Also available in Interweave Knits Holiday Gifts

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Crawley Vest

V-necked pullover man’s vest inspired by Downton Abbey. Sizes Small (Medium, Large, X-Large, XX-Large). Designed by Premier Yarns

• Get the free knitting pattern
• See the Ravelry page
• Get the recommended Premier Yarns Downton Abbey Matthew on Amazon
• Watch Downton Abbey free with Amazon Prime

Rhapsody in Tweed Pullover

This long-sleeved men’s sweater by Kathy Zimmerman features wide and narrow open cables with mini-cable ribs against a reverse stockinette-stitch background. Finished Size: 40 (44, 48, 52, 56)” (101.5 [112, 122, 132, 142] cm) bust/chest circumference. Pictured project by Mango

• Get the free knitting pattern from Interweave for free registration
• Also available in Interweave Knits, Fall 2004

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Arguyle Pullover Sweater

Long-sleeved pullover with stitches inspired by fishermen’s gansey sweaters. Sizes S[M, L, 1X, 2X]. Designed by Kathleen Sperling

• Get the free knitting pattern
• See the Ravelry page with notes on modifications
• See more Gansey Knitting Patterns

Par Vest

Classic V-necked textured vest. Sizes 37-52″ chest. Pictured project by YaYaHenry

• Get the free knitting pattern

Woven Bands Pullover

This men’s sweater by Hana Jason is knit sideways and features linen stitch on collar, cuffs, and yoke. Elbow-length sleeves you might want to knit longer. 40 (42, 44, 46, 48)” chest circumference.

• Get the free knitting pattern from Interweave for free registration
• Also available in Interweave Knits, Winter 2008

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Garter Rib for Him

Long-sleeved pullover sweater knit with a two-row repeat in worsted weight yarn.  Sizes S, M, L, XL, 2XL. Designed by Melissa Leapman for Cascade Yarns.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get the recommended Cascade Eco Alpaca Yarn
• See more Two-Row Repeat Knitting patterns

Men’s V-Neck Cable Cardigan

Julie Farmer designed this classic long-sleeved cardigan sweater for the men in your life featuring cables and in sizes from Small to 2X.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get the recommended Soft Yarn at Red Heart

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Tire Trace Sweater

This long-sleeved men’s pullover features a wide cable panel on the front and on the sleeves. Designed by Agata Smektala. Sizes M/L 38(42)”; 98(108)cm

• Get the free knitting pattern

Dad and Son Cardigan

Aran cardigan with a matching pattern for Dad’s little boy or girl. Adult Sizes from S to XL. Children Sizes 2-6

• Get the free knitting pattern for Dad’s Cardigan
• Get the free knitting pattern for Child’s Cardigan
• Get the recommended yarn on eBay

Men’s Basketweave Vest

Textured vest in S, M, L, XL, XXL. Designed by Jodi Lewanda.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get the recommended Soft Yarn at Red Heart

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Lakenvelder Cardigan

This zippered front man’s cardigan from Berroco features slipped stitch ribbing, saddle shoulder, pockets and a twisted rib collar. Designed by Cirilia Rose. Sizes Chest (closed) – 36(40-44-48-52)”

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Also available in Berroco Vintage Family Pattern Book 293
• Get the book on ebay for $5
• Get the recommended Berroco Vintage Yarn on Amazon

Men’s Transitions Cardigan

Yarnspirations’ design features a button front. Sizes from M through 5XL.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get the worsted weight yarn on Etsy

Mosaic Vest

The classic v-neck styling is given an interesting twist with the mosaic stitch pattern. Sizes small-2X. Designed by Brenda Bourg for Red Heart

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get the recommended Soft Yarn at Red Heart

Aram Pullover

Classic men’s aran cable pullover with long sleeves was designed by the amazing Norah Gaughan for Berroco. To Fit Chest Size:   34(38-42-46-50)”.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Also available in Berroco Family Comfort #284
• Get the recommended Berroco Comfort Yarn

Textured Vest

Pullover vest with a v-neck and rib stitch details on the sides and neckline. No picking up stitches! Designed by Erika Knight to fit chest 36, 38, 40, 42, 44 inches. Pictured projects by kast and redsocksrules

• Get the free knitting pattern at the Internet archive
• Get the Berroco Blackstone Tweed yarn used in the pictured project

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Free Knitting Patterns

 Itty Bitty Bear Cubs

These easy preemie sized bear cub hats come in two sizes. Great stash buster! Designed by Carolyn Ingram. Pictured project by jooney

• Get the free knitting pattern
• See more Stash Buster Knitting Patterns

Pan Handle Cozies

Easy quick pattern for insulating covers to protect hands from hot handles. Three designs. Great for scrap yarn and quick housewarming gift! Designed by Sharon Fuller

• Get the free knitting pattern
• See more Household Knitting Patterns

Key Cozies

These tiny key sweaters are great for identifying your keys, keeping them warm in winter, using up stash yarn and learning Magic Loop techniques. Designed by Liat Gat who has included an instructional video.

• Get the free knitting pattern

Pocket Book Slippers

These easy mary jane style slippers fold up in a pocketbook shape that makes them portable enough to carry in your pocketbook! A quick project using less than one skein of yarn, they make great last-minute gifts or stocking stuffers. Designed by Lisa Vienneau & Allison Barrett, pictured project by SarahAlderSign

• Get the free knitting pattern
• See more Slipper Knitting Patterns

Ballband Dishcloth Reusable Swiffer Cover

An ingenious yet easy pattern for a re-usable cloth cover for your Swiffer by noelle. Pictured project by chaoticcrafter

• Get the free knitting pattern

Pen or Stylus Holder / Cozy

This clever felted flowered cozy keeps your pen or stylus handy in a pretty way. Just insert your pen in the stem and hook the flowered end over the edge of your purse, tablet, or wherever you want. Designed by Crazy Dazy.

• Get the free knitting pattern

Seat Belt Snuggles

A simple cozy to cushion the feel of the seat harness and keep it from digging into skin. Fastened with bobble buttons. Designed by Chris Behme. Pictured project by CoriInKansas

• Get the free knitting pattern
• See Car Seat Blanket Knitting Patterns

Flock Bird Mobile

Colorful nursery mobile of stash buster birds hung from dowels. Designed by Meg Bakewell. Pictured project by Pamplemousse

• Get the free knitting pattern
• See Bird Knitting Patterns

Card Holder

Corral your playing or collectible cards in this deck holder by Samiha Qureshi. Roomy enough for two decks of regular playing cards. Perfect for Uno, Magic The Gathering, Pokemon, Yugioh, or regular playing cards. Great stash buster or quick gift. Add an optional strap for easy carrying. Pictured project by nitro9

• Get the free knitting pattern
• See more Games Knitting Patterns

Long Striped Cardigan

This long-sleeved sweater lets you mix different colors of yarn including multi-color and self-striping. Great stash buster. Quick knit in super bulky yarn.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• See more Super Bulky Yarn Knitting Patterns

Fantasy Flower Napkin Rings

Easy knitting pattern by Scarlet Taylor from Red Heart. Each flower is knit in 3 sets of 4 petals. Great stash buster!

• Get the free knitting pattern
• See more Table Decor Knitting Patterns

Calendar Cubes

These two cubes form a perpetual calendar. You can turn them around until you find the date you want. The numbers you need nicely fill all the faces on two cubes. They can double as juggling balls or stress-relieving balls if they are filled with something more fluid, like rice, polyester beads, etc. Plastic canvas version also included.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• See more knitting patterns by Woolly Thoughts

Earthy Mouse Pad Wrist Pillow

Quick project for a wrist rest support to make working on the computer more comfortable. Designed by Jennifer Tallapaneni. Pictured project by JecDesigns

• Get the free knitting pattern
• See more Computer/Tablet/Phone Accessories Knitting Patterns

Fruit or Yarn Cozy

This easy cozy is a great way to corral your yarn ball or cake to keep it neat or to protect your apple or pear from bruising in a lunch bag. Designed by Susan B. Anderson. Apple cozy project by AngelaTong

• Get the free knitting pattern
• See more Craft Accessories Knitting Patterns

Coffee Cozy Sweaters

Cute mug cozies by from Studio Knit

• Get the free knitting pattern
• See more Mug Cozy Knitting Patterns

Gear Stick Sock

This gear shift cozy by imawhale protects your hand freezing in the winter or burning in the summer.

• Get the free knitting pattern

Nests for Rescue Birds and Animals

What better use for your leftover yarn stash than to keep orphaned birds and small animals warm and safe! Knitting for Charity published a call for nests from Second Chance Wildlife Rescue along with links to patterns for knit and crochet knits.

• Get more information and knitting patterns at Knitting for Charity

Stained Glass Afghan

This colorful afghan by Susan Levin is made of separate diamond pieces. Great stash buster!

• Get the free knitting pattern for free registration at Annie’s
• Get the video class for this and on other pattern for $3.99 (not necessary for free pattern)
• See more Modular Afghan Knitting Patterns

Kicking Bag for Babies

Annika’s design is great way to use up leftover stash sock yarn to create a one of kind gift. Pictured project by sarahdennis

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get more Sleep Sack Knitting Patterns

Hacky Sack

Gillian Kratzer’s All Good Hacky Sack is super easy and quick. Fill with plastic beads or beans for a fast toy. A great stash buster!

• Get the free knitting pattern
• See more Game Knitting Patterns

Metalouse Shawl

This free pattern is designed by the amazing Stephen West for Knitty.com. It is knit top down in corrugated rib and slip stitch colorwork. Although it is designed for multi-color yarn, I think this would easily lend it self to stash busting several colors.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• See more Colorful Shawl Knitting Patterns

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Free Knitting Patterns

Outlander: Brianna Honeycomb Scarf

Scottish Princess’s scarf was inspired by the scarf Brianna wore in season 2 finale “Dragonfly in Amber”.

• Get the free pattern at Ravelry
• See more Outlander Knitting Patterns

Twilight – Bella’s Baseball Diamond Patchwork Scarf

Maggie Fangmann’s recreation of Bella’s cable patchwork scarf is constructed of eleven pieces. She shows some of the possible color and design variations at her pattern page

• Get the free pattern at Ravelry
• Get Twilight Saga movies and books on ebay
• Get Twilight Forever gifts and gear on Cafepress

Hermione’s Scarf from the Half Blood Prince

• Download the free knitting pattern designed by FairIsle Fibers
• Get official Harry Potter collectibles, costumes, DVDs and more at the Harry Potter Sho
• See more Harry Potter Knitting Patterns

Harry Potter Prisoner of Azkaban Scarf

Gryffindor scarf designed by Rachel Alexandra

• Get the free knitting pattern
• See more Harry Potter Knitting Patterns
• Get official Harry Potter collectibles, costumes, DVDs and more at the Harry Potter Shop

Emma – Mr. Woodhouse’s Scarf

Unraveling Sophia was inspired by the scarf worn by Mr. Woodhouse in the 2009 moive version of Emma. Pictured project by Snowsheep

• Get the free pattern at Ravelry
• Get the Emma movie and books on ebay

Once Upon a Time – Henry Mills Scarf

Melissa Prange’s was inspired by the tv seriesOnce Upon a Time to recreate Henry’s grey and red striped scarf. The pattern is easy, suitable for beginners.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get Once Upon a Time on eBay
• Get Once Upon a Time tshirts and other gear at Cafepress
• See Once Upon a Time inspired hat knitting patterns
• See more Easy Scarf Knitting Patterns

Sweet November Shawl

Caryl Pierre was inspired by the shawl / scarf Charlize Theron wore in Sweet November to create this easy lace drapey wrap. Pictured project by lolamama.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get Sweet November on ebay
• See more Easy Shawl Knitting Patterns

Twilight – Rosalie Hale’s Lunchtime Scarf

Nancy Fry’s lace scarf was inspired by the scarf worn by Rosalie in the Twilight movie. Pictured project by PoisonousApple

• Get the free pattern at Ravelry
• Get Twilight Saga movies and books on ebay
• Get Twilight Forever gifts and gear on Cafepress

Doctor Who Scarf

Chris Brimelow has a site dedicated to accurate replica patterns of the Tom Baker Doctor Who Scarves.

• Get the free knitting pattern for Seasons 12-14 scarf
• Get the free knitting pattern for Season 15 scarf
• Get the free knitting pattern for Seasons 16/17 scarf
• Get the free knitting pattern for Season 18 scarf
• See more Doctor Who Knitting Patterns
• Get Doctor Who collectibles and DVDs on ebay

Doctor Who: The Snowmen Cometh Scarf

Samantha Stewart designed this scarf afterthe one worn by the Eleventh Doctor played by Matt Smith in the 2012 Doctor Who Christmas Special “The Snowmen“. Pictured project by noddingviolets

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get The Snowmen episode on DVD
• See more Doctor Who Knitting Patterns

Lupin’s Scarf from the Prisoner of Azkaban

Dale Hwang was inspired by a scarf worn by Remus Lupin in the movie Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban to create this cable scarf. You might also want to read the project notes of other knitters on Ravelry. Pictured project by pixisticks

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get official Harry Potter collectibles, costumes, DVDs and more at the Harry Potter Shop
• Get Harry Potter movies, books, and collectibles on ebay
• See more Harry Potter Knitting Patterns

Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire: Neville’s Scarf

Danielle Smith’s House Unity Scarf was inspired by the scarf that Neville Longbottom wears during the second task in Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire, though she brightened the colors. Pictured project by wicked0witch

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get official Harry Potter collectibles, costumes, DVDs and more at the Harry Potter Shop
• Get Harry Potter movies, books, and collectibles on ebay
• See more Harry Potter Knitting Patterns

Penelope Cobblestone Scarf

Jennifer Moretti’s design was inspired by the 2006 movie Penelope starring Christina Ricci and James McAvoy. Size: 8 inches wide and just over 60 inches long. Includes a photo tutorial for the Cobblestone stitch.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Shop the Yarn Bargain Bin for DK yarn for this pattern
• Get the movie Penelope
• See more Colorful Scarf Knitting Patterns

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Free Knitting Patterns

Easy Tweed Blanket

Easy afghan texture in just knit and purl stitches. Designed by Patons UK

• Get the free knitting pattern

Exquisite Cabled Throw

This easy cabled afghan is just garter stitch and stockinette with cables every 8th row. Designed by Linda S. Smith for Red Heart.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• See more Cable Afghan Knitting Patterns

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Easy Textured Throw

Easy afghan in with an 8-row stitch pattern of knit and purl stitches. Quick knit in chunky yarn. Perfect warm weather throw in cotton yarn. Rated easy by Bernat. I love knitting with the recommended Bernat Maker Home Dec cotton yarn.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get the recommended Bernat Maker Home Dec cotton yarn on Amazon (Prime available)

Cozy Triangle Throw

This easy afghan features triangle texture in knit and purl stitches with a 16 row repeat – though the 8 wrong side rows are just purl. Quick knit in super bulky yarn. Rated easy by Bernat.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get the recommended Bernat – Beyond Yarn on Amazon (Prime available)

Parquet Blanket

Easy basketweave afghan from Bernat is a quick knit in bulky yarn.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get the recommended yarn at Michaels

Lacy Throw

This easy lace afghan is a two-row repeat with one of the rows being purl stitches. As a bonus it’s a quick knit in super bulky yarn!

• Get the free knitting pattern from Lion Brand
• Get the recommended yarn
• See more Two Row Repeat Knitting Patterns

Lacy Chunky Throw

Wenlan Chia’s quick easy afghan for Classic Elite Yarns makes use of a very open lace pattern to keep down the weight (and yardage). Quick Knit in super bulky yarn. Pictured project by weedwacker

• Get the free knitting pattern
• See more Super Bulky Yarn Knitting Patterns

A Blanket For Seriously Cold People

This easy afghan from Softsweater Knits features a stretch cushy ribbing pattern. It’s a fast knit in super bulky yarn. Pictured project by acunningplan

• Get the free knitting pattern
• See more Super Bulky Yarn Knitting Patterns

Wave Afghan

This easy throw reminds me of my Chevron Hat Knitting Pattern and I love that stitch! It creates a great design with very little work. The pattern calls for 3 strands of Aran yarn held together and knit on size 13 needles. I think I would try knitting with 1 strand of bulky or super bulky instead.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• See more Chevron Knitting Patterns

Shaker Rib Blanket

This easy afghan pattern features a slip stitch rib pattern. Quick knit in bulky yarn.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get the recommended yarn
• See more free patterns using this yarn

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Sweet Scallops Throw

This easy afghan has an all-over lace pattern that is easy to memorize. 14 stitch, 6 row repeat. Rated easy by the Red Heart Design Team and Ravelrers. Pictured project by msbluetuesday

• Get the free knitting pattern

Elegant Lapghan and Pillow

This easy lace afghan with matching pillow designed by Julie Hines features a feather and fan pattern that looks beautiful in multi-color yarn.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• See more free knitting patterns for the recommended yarn

Waffle Blanket

This throw with an all-over 4-stitch repeat pattern by Alexis Layton has been rated easy by more than a hundred Ravelrers. Pictured project by woolnut1

• Get the free knitting pattern

Spiral Lapghan

This unique but easy afghan by Kristin Omdahl is knit starting from the center and working outwards until it is the perfect size for relaxing. Designed to combine two colorways of multi-color yarn. Pictured project by ingoingo

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get the recommended yarn
• See more free knitting patterns for the recommended yarn

Arrowhead Lace Throw

This easy afghan by Grace Alexander features a simple all-over lace stitch in an elegant, lightweight throw. Size 43″ x 45″

• Get the free knitting pattern
• See more free afghan knitting patterns at Red Heart

Simple Zigzag Blanket

This easy blanket by Bernat features a knit and purl stairs texture that’s a quick knit in bulky yarn.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• See more Zigzag Knitting Patterns

Dappled Skies Throw

This easy afghan from Willow Yarns is constructed of 8 long strips knit in on the bias and then sewn together.  That makes it a great portable afghan project! Might also make a good stash buster.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• See more Geometric Design Afghans

Colorful Slip Stitch Afghan

This easy throw is worked in one piece in slip stitch colorwork so you are only knitting with one color per row in a 6 row repeat.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get the recommended yarn

Slip Stitch Checks Afghan

This easy throw is worked in 5 strips that are then sewn together. The checks are knit in slip stitch colorwork so you are only knitting with one color per row in a 4 row repeat.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get the recommended yarn

Stacked Square Throw

This bright modern take on the striped afghan from Willow Yarns is knit entirely in garter stitch strips that are seamed together, making it a great choice for a beginner or portable project.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• See more Garter Stitch Knitting Patterns

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Free Knitting Patterns

Spencer the Elephant Baby

Designed by Kathy Sasser for the book Quick Knitted Afghans, the blanket is worked in stockinette and garter with the features in duplicate stitch. 33 X 45″

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Duplicate stitch instructions
• Get the book Quick Knitted Afghans that featured this pattern for as low as $.99

Pretty Punk Blanket

Afghan for the pirate or punk in your life from the Running Yarn. This blanket is knit in five long strips, like scarves, then seamed together at the end. Width: 5 feet Length: 7 feet.

• Get the free knitting pattern

Animal Talk Throw

Amy Bahrt designed this fun throw for animal lovers. Fun attachments of ears, tails, and wings make this a three-dimensional blanket. 29 in x 38 in. Matching cardigan sweater pattern available for 2 years (4 years, 6 years).

• Get the free knitting pattern for afghan

Get the free knitting pattern for the matching Animal Talk Cardigan for 2 years (4 years, 6 years)

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Map of the World Afghan and Pillows

Kay Niederlitz designed this detailed project. It is knit in strips. I think you could customize it and make the continents all one color if you didn’t want to knit the countries and/or wanted to emphasize global unity.

• Get the free knitting pattern

USA Map Afghan

Intarsia map of the United States from Lion Brand with different colors for each state. 45 x 66 in. (114.5 x 167.5 cm)

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get the recommended yarn on Etsy

Spiderman Blanket

Annen Blogi designed this colorful design.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Shop for Aran yarn for this project at Patternworks
• See more Super Hero Knitting Patterns

Tardis Afghan

Designed by Carrie Fritsche, this Tardis blanket is almost life size at 9’6″ x 6’4″ and it worked with intarsia in one piece.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• See more Doctor Who Knitting Patterns

OpArt Blanket

This high contrast, op art blanket is designed by Melissa Dominguez to appeal to a baby’s developing vision, but we adults love it too! Two sizes.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get the recommended yarn
• See more Geometric Knitting Patterns

Escher Seahorse Afghan

• Get the free knitting pattern designed by Beverly Simmons
• See more Geometric Knitting Patterns

Sea Creatures Throw

Carol J. Sorsdahl for Red Heart Yarn designed this fun project that is half blanket and half toy. Blanket is knit in strips and sewn together. Sea creatures are knit separately and sewn to blanket. 32″ x 32″

• Get the free knitting pattern
• See more Sea Creature Knitting Patterns

Airplane Blanket and Toy

This bright design by Patons is Approx 38 x 46 ins [96.5 x 117 cm]. The matching airplane toy pattern is also available.

• Get the free knitting pattern for the blanket
• Get the free knitting pattern for the toy
• Get the recommended yarn on Etsy

NYC Skyline Afghan

Lion Brand Yarn created this blanket with familiar New York City buildings.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• See more Americana Knitting Patterns

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Kittens and Butterflies Blanket

Judy Lamb designed this adorable blanket with lace motifs. 34 inches wide X 32 1/2 inches high. The picture above is just one strip of the blanket.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• See more Cat and Kitten Knitting Patterns

You Can Do It Afghan

Susan Reckford designed this empowering throw with an homage to Rosie the Riveter on the front and You Can Do It on the back. Front and back are knit separately and sewn together. About 50 x 59 in. (127 x 150 cm)

• Get the free knitting pattern
• See more History Inspired Knitting Patterns

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Periodic Table

Jessica Evans designed charts for the Periodic Table of Elements that can be used for knitting or crochet. The pictured project is knit by GretelW with modifications. Oh, and if you wonder about the quote at the top of the pictured afghan, it’s from Tom Lehrer’s Elements Song If you haven’t heard it, you’re in for a treat!

• Get the free knitting patterns
• See more Science Knitting Patterns

Dinosaurs Blanket

Designed by Patons. Also available – matching toy dinosaur patterns. Toy Height: 20 ins [51 cm]. Blanket 37 x 52 ins [94 x 132 cm] point to point

• Get the T Rex free knitting pattern
• Get the Stegosaurus free knitting pattern
• Get the Dinosaurs Blanket free knitting pattern
• Get the recommended yarn at eBay
• See more Dinosaur Knitting Patterns

The Ron Weasley Blanket

Jackie Wierzbicki at the Penguineer was inspired to re-create Ron Weasley’s Blanket as seen in the Harry Potter movies on his bed in the dormitory in Gryffindor tower. She carefully researched the blanket from all the images she could find. It probably is not a true sampler blanket because the squares are all garter stitch but I couldn’t resist adding it here. A great stash buster!

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get aran weight yarn for this pattern on Etsy
• See more Harry Potter knitting patterns

Game of Thrones Blanket

The sigils of the houses adorn this knitted design by Ruby Gal is created with intarsia, a simple cable pattern, and basic embroidery.

• Download the free knitting pattern
• See more Game of Thrones Knitting Patterns

Free Knitting Patterns

Twist and Shout Cardigan

This long-sleeved, split collar sweater that wraps at the neck flatters all body shapes thanks to the combination of simple waist shaping, all-over ribbing, cables and the angled center panels. Four sizes from XS to 4X. Designed by Robynn Weldon for Knitty. Pictured project by rossity

• Get the free knitting pattern
• See Ravelry page

Eyelet Harvest Cardigan

The pattern in the collar continues to the back to form a panel. Designed by by Juan R. Alcantar & Lois Horychata for sizes Small, Medium and Large

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get worsted weight yarn for this pattern on Etsy

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Asymmetric Jacket

This wrap cardigan from DROPS Design is worked in stockinette and sized for S – M – L – XL – XXL – XXXL. Available in variety of languages.

• Get the free knitting pattern

Madge

This design by Katie Smith, this part wrap part sweater with a cowl collar is knit from the top down with little seaming. Bust sizes 32(34,36,38,40,42,44)”

• Get the free knitting pattern

Extra Easy, Extra Fabulous Sweater

Designed by Lion Brand, this asymmetric cardigan is knit in stockinette and garter stitch. Small, Medium, Large, 1X, 2X

• Get the free knitting pattern for free registration at Lion Brand
• Get the recommended yarn on Etsy

Reika Kimono Cardigan

Amy Gunderson designed this Japanese inspired jacket. Great for multi-color yarn! Small (Medium, Large, 1X, 2X)

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get the recommended yarn on Etsy
• See more Jacket and Coat Knitting Patterns

Lillie Cardigan

Nicole Reeves designed this elegant wrap cardigan in 5 sizes: 38″, 40″, 42″, 44″, 46″

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get handmade buttons for this pattern on Etsy

Alabaster Cardigan

Cheryl Beckerich designed this beautiful asymmetrically wrapped cardigan with cable border and shawl collar. Sizes XS, S, M, L, XL, 2X. Recommended yarn available on pattern page

• Get the free knitting pattern for free registration at Annie’s
• Get the video class for this and 2 other patterns for $3.99 – not necessary to get the free pattern

Julianna

This versatile ingenious sweater by the fantastic Norah Gaughan for Berroco is actually a scarf with sleeves. Easy and beautiful! Sizes X-Small/Small, Medium/Large and 1X/2X

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get the recommended yarn on Etsy

Sanpoku

The brilliant Norah Gaughan was inspired by Japanese style to create this wrapped cardigan for Berroco. The recommended yarn is my current favorite Berroco Modern Cotton which has lovely drape and stitch definition and is so comfortable.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get the recommended yarn at Patternworks
• Shop for Shawl Pins on Etsy

Cross Over Cardigan

Thomas B. Ramsden & Co’s sweater is sized for 81-107cm (32-42ins)

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get the recommended yarn on Etsy

Egret

Designed by Nora Gaughan for Berroco. One of my favorite designers and I love this unusual ruffle wrap but I don’t know why Berroco thought it was a good idea to put the model in curlers. Sizes 32(36-40-44-48-52)

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get the recommended yarn on Etsy

The Mead Sweater

Designed by Norah Gaughan, this cable and lace cardigan wrap is a rectangle shawl with sleeves that drapes over the shoulders. 46 – 51″ wide x 24 – 25″ long. Recommended yarn available on pattern page.

• Get the free knitting pattern for free registration at Annie’s
• Get the video tutorial for this and one other pattern for $3.99 – not necessary to get free pattern
• See the patterns in Norah Gaughan Volume 16 Knit Book

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Free Knitting Patterns

Pi Digits Scarf

• Download the free pattern by Christina J at Ravelry

Pi Party Illusion Knitting Face Cloth

• Get the free knitting pattern designed by Goognightgram

Pi Beanie Hat

Pictured project by bleusheep

• Get the free knitting pattern for the Math Geek Hat designed by Yarntherapy

Irrational Pi Skirt

Designed by Jabak Designs, this skirt is worked flat and then seamed in a spiral. The number “Pi” starts at your right hip and you can make the skirt as long as you’d like, finishing so that the “end” of Pi stops in front of your right leg.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• See more Skirt Knitting Patterns

Pi Mittens

A pair or more of mittens featuring 3 irrational constants just in time for Pi-Day! Knit pi mittens – both left and right, add phi and e if you wish.

Download the free knitting pattern designed by Lisa Stockebrand at Ravelry

Math Pencil Case

This zippered bag is decorated with mathematical symbols including pi.

Download the free knitting pattern at Ravelry

Pi Baby Sweater

• Get the free knitting pattern designed by Terri Oda
• See more Baby Sweater Knitting Patterns

Ode to Pi Toque Hat

Designed by Lisa Stockbrande, the top of the hat features the pi symbol while the pi digits circle the body of the hat.

• Download the free pattern at Ravelry
• See more Colorful Hat Knitting Patterns

Pi Mitts

These fingerless mitts designed by Rabbit Zielke are worked flat and seamed. Pictured project by singingstitcher

• Download the free pattern at Ravelry
• See Easy Fingerless Mitts Knitting Patterns

Pi Socks

This sock design by Susan Gutperl uses the numbers from pi to determine the striping pattern.

Get the free knitting pattern

Apple Pi Cozy/Bag

Apple-shaped bag with leaf drawstring and pi symbol … a quick and fun gift for kids’ teachers or anyone with a nerdy sense of humor.

• Get the free knitting pattern designed by Chris O’Brien
• See more Bitty Bag Knitting Patterns

Pi Scarf

The Irrational Scarf designed by Anne Bruvold is another approach to a pi digit scarf knitting pattern.

Download the free knitting pattern

Pi Afghan Blanket Square

Get the free knitting pattern designed by Megan-Anne Llama

Shop Pi Gifts for Baby and Children

Free Knitting Patterns

Curving Lattice Hooded Scarf

This hooded scarf designed by Jenni Hodges features lace and a tassel.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get worsted weight yarn for this project at Etsy

Bobble and Leaf Cowl Hood

JUST ADDED! Designed by Lana Grossa this accessory can be worn as a hood or turned down into a cowl. Approx. 15” [38 cm] tall and 37” [94 cm] in circumference. Pattern is charted and the English language key is at the bottom.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get superfine (sock) yarn for this project at Etsy
• See more Cowl Knitting Patterns

Margate Hood

Cozy hood is simple garter stitch rectangle cleverly folded and seamed.

• Get the free knitting pattern at Michaels

Hooded Neckwarmer

Vanessa Ewing designed this cozy hood with a lace border for Plymouth Yarn.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get chunky weight yarn for this project at Etsy

Hooded Pullover

Sweatshirt style hooded pullover with pockets designed by Julie Farmer for Red Heart UK. Sizes Small, Medium, Large, 1X, and 2X

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Shop for DK yarn for this project on Etsy

Campfire Hoodie

Hooded pullover designed by Garnstudio. Sizes S – M – L – XL – XXL – XXXL

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get recommended yarn for this project at Etsy

Through the Woods Hoodlet

Kalurah Hudson designed this hooded cowl for children with a nice cable detail on the back

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get aran weight yarn for this project at Etsy

Firefly Poncho

The hood and eyelet lace make this poncho design by Linda Wolthuis unique. Knit in one piece from the bottom front to bottom back, you knit the front tab and neck opening as you go. The hood is created by picking up stitches at the neck opening.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• More Poncho Knitting Patterns
• Shop for sport weight yarn for this pattern

Hooded Cable Vest

Vest with hood by Kimberly K. McAlindin features interesting textured stitch and cable details.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get the recommended yarn
• See more free knitting patterns using this yarn
• See more Vest Knitting Patterns

Corona

Teresa Gregorio designed this hoodie pullover sweater with diamond pattern trim. Sizes 28″ – 54″

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get the recommended yarn on Etsy

Lara’s Cowl

Red Heart’s large cowl easily converts into a hood and is a quick cozy knit in super bulky yarn.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get super bulky yarn for this project on Etsy

Enchanting Hood

Free at Lion Brand site for registration. Adult (Multiple Sizes) S/M (L/XL)

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get the recommended yarn for this project at Etsy

Hooded Scarf

Elegant hooded scarf featuring cable and fringe, knit with two strands of yard held together.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get aran weight yarn for this project at Etsy

Springtime Hoodie

Melissa Leapman designed this sweater for Kollage Yarns featuring a zipper front and bobble detail. Sizes S (M, L, XL, 1X, 2X)

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get aran weight yarn for this project at Etsy

Mariah

Jodi Green’s zippered cardigan features knotwork panels on the sleeves and rope cables. Sizes: Chest: 37 [40, 42, 44, 48] inches

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get worsted weight yarn for this project at Etsy

Wild Thing

Homero Luna designed this hoodie inspired by Max’s ‘Rumpus Suit’ from Where the Wild Things Are, this pattern is available in 19 sizes, from infant to the largest Adult size w/a finished chest circumference of 56”.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get chunky yarn for this project on Etsy

Hobbit Dress

Agnese Vajevska designed this hooded vest knitted in one piece from the bottom up. Lacing can be replaced by buttons. Pictured project by GothKnitty

• See more pics and get the free knitting pattern
• See more Lord of the Rings knitting patterns
• Shop for sport weight yarn for this project at Patternworks

Free Knitting Patterns

Balls Up

General Hogbuffer has a variety of patterns for ornaments — these are just three examples.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get polystyrene balls for the ornaments
• Get fingering yarn for the ornaments on Etsy

Holiday Stars and Balls Ornaments

Designed by Laura Bain for Red Heart, these ornaments are unbreakable.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get aran weight yarn for the ornaments on Etsy

Wreath Ornaments

Designed by Lorna Misner for Red Heart, these ornaments are made from braided icord. They also make perfect gift decorations. And a great use for leftover yarn!

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get aran weight yarn for the ornaments on Etsy
• See more Gift Wrap Knitting Patterns

Tiny Trees

Yarnspirations designed these tiny trees that can be knit or decorated any way you want.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get worsted yarn for the ornaments on Etsy

Christmas Balls

Knitting patterns for three different ornaments from Two Strands.

• Get the free knitting patterns
• Get DK yarn for the ornaments on Etsy

Gingerbread House

Frankie Brown’s ingenious little house about 13 × 17 cm and 20 cm tall. Knitted treasures cover plastic canvas and the roof is hinged so you can store more treasures or treats inside the house.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get DK yarn for the ornament on Etsy

Baby in Basket

Flutterby Patch has a cute knitting pattern that I think could easily be adapted for a Baby Jesus ornament. The tiny baby is also separate from the basket. The baby measures just 5cm and the basket is 9cm

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get DK yarn for the ornament on Etsy

Yarn Basket

Designed by Scarlet Taylor for Red Heart.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get aran weight yarn for the ornaments on Etsy

Christmas Lights

These lights designed by Kimberly Chapman will never go out! String them together for a garland or hang them individually as tree ornaments. Pictured project is from MelsNattKnits

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get worsted yarn for the ornaments on Etsy

Advent Calendar

Wendy Poole designed this knit version of the classic holiday timepiece with individual pockets. Approx width – 48cm. Approx length – (excluding fringe) 66cm.

• Get the free knitting pattern – scroll down the page
• Get DK yarn for the project on Etsy

Snowflake

This lacy snowflake ornament from Berroco is approximately 7½” across from point to point (after steaming)

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get Aran weight yarn for this project at Etsy

Stars

These 4 inch stars are made in two pieces and then sewn together. They are pretty decorations to be used as ornaments or motifs in other projects.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get sport weight yarn for this project at Etsy

Christmas Dishcloth

Designed by Kris Knits, this cloth features a home for the holidays theme and is 9″x10″. The motif could also be used for blankets or other knitting projects.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get Aran weight yarn for this project at Etsy

Gingerbread Boys

These adorable little toys are designed by Sara Elizabeth Kellner, who is featured throughout this site, most recently on Wild Animal Knitting Patterns. This gingerbread softie is easy and quick, knit all in one piece in the round. He’s designed to be 11 inches tall but can easily be customized for a different size.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get worsted yarn for the ornaments on Etsy

Sock Monkey Ornament

Ann McDonald Kelly designed this sock monkey ornament is a knitted ball with knit ears and mouth and button eyes attached

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get worsted yarn for the ornaments on Etsy
• See more Sock Monkey Knitting Patterns

Christmas Bell Knitted Dishcloth

Melissa Bergland Burnham designed this bell motif that can be used for wash cloths, blanket squares, or motif in other projects

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get worsted yarn for the pattern on Etsy

Personalized Christmas Stocking

Sarah Gasson of Knitables created this easy to customize stocking that is approximately 9cm (3.5in) wide by 24cm (9.4in) long. Can be knitted flat or in the round and comes with alphabet chart.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• See more knitting patterns by Sarah Gasson on Etsy
• Get DK yarn for the pattern on Etsy

Santa Shelf / Computer Doll

Aussie Jean’s Santa softie is 17.5cms (6.5/8″) not including legs.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get DK yarn for the pattern on Etsy

Stjärna

Karolina Eckerdal designed these star hanging ornaments to be about 2.5 inches /6.5 cm from tip to center.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get DK yarn for the ornaments on Etsy

Fancy Balls

These retro ornaments by Alexa Ludeman and Emily Wessel are 5 inches tall, 4.5 inches around.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get fingering yarn for the ornaments on Etsy

Patridge or Pear Tree

Yarnspirations’ tree ornaments are approximately 6 ins [15 cm] long

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get worsted yarn for the ornaments on Etsy

Advent Garland

Frankie Brown has designed the perfect Advent holiday knitting project. Knit an ornament a day for this beautiful garland. Set of 25 knitting patterns for garland and 24 ornaments.

• Get the free knitting patterns
• Get fingering yarn for the ornaments on Etsy

Mini Christmas Stocking Ornaments

Julie Williams designed these tiny stockings that are only 2 to 3 inches high. Several designs available.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get fingering yarn for the ornaments on Etsy

Santa’s Mug Cozy

Designed by Yarnspirations.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get Aran weight yarn for this project at Etsy

Santa Dishcloth

Designed by Kris Knits, this cloth is 10″x10″. The motif could also be used for blankets or other knitting projects.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get Aran weight yarn for this project at Etsy

Christmas Bells

Debbie McGrath created an easy, flexible pattern for a bell pin or ornament. Her page depicts a plain bell lying flat. The variation above was created using multi-color yarn by MelsNattyKnits.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get fingering yarn for the ornaments on Etsy

Freshly Fallen Snow

Yarnspirations’ pattern creates a winter wonderland for all your Christmas scenes.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get the recommended Pipsqueak yarn on Etsy

Fuzzy Firs

These felted trees by Katie Startzman will look perfect on your knitted snow! Two sizes less than 4 inches tall.

• Get the free knitting pattern
• Get WOOL worsted yarn for the trees on Etsy