Free Knitting Patterns
By Sarah E. White, About.com Guide
- Most Popular Knitting Patterns - Reader Favorites
- Beginner & Easy Knitting Patterns
- Trendy Knitting Patterns
- Accessory Knitting Patterns
- Afghan Knitting Patterns
- Baby Knitting Patterns
- Bag Knitting Patterns
- Christmas Knitting Patterns
- Felting Patterns
- Hat Knitting Patterns
- Home Knitting Patterns
- Gifts for Men & Pets Knitting Patterns
- Knitting for Pets
- Mitten and Glove Knitting Patterns
- Scarf Knitting Patterns
- Seasonal and Holiday Knitting Patterns
- Shawl and Sweater Knitting Patterns
- Sock Knitting Patterns
- Toy Knitting Patterns
- Washcloth Knitting Patterns
Most Popular Knitting Patterns - Reader Favorites
Want to know which of our patterns are the most popular? Here they are. These are our readers' very favorites. There are a variety of items here, so something is bound to strike your fancy.
Beginner & Easy Knitting Patterns
Here are some quick and easy knitting projects for knitters of all skill levels that are particularly well-suited to the newer knitter.
- Basic Party Wrap
- Broken Rib Washcloth
- Dropped Stitch Belt
- Easy Knitting Patterns for Beginners
- Flat Hat
- Garter Stitch Bib
- Garter Stitch Striped Baby Blanket
- I-cord Headband
- Mistake Rib Dishcloth
- Moss Stitch Lap Afghan
- Scarf Knitting Patterns
- Stockinette Stitch Washcloth
- Triple Rib Baby Blanket
Trendy Knitting Patterns
These fashion-forward, on trend items will show your friends that knitting is stylish for everyone.
Accessory Knitting Patterns
These free knitting projects include armwarmers, headbands, belts and other great accessories to knit.
- Cabled Bun Holder
- Cabled Headband
- Cabled Phone Cozy
- Drop Stitch Headband
- Dropped-Stitch Belt
- Eyelash Bag
- Eyelash Headband
- Fingerless Gloves
- Fuzzy Flip Flops
- Heart Headband
- I-Cord Headband
- Linen-Stitch Belt
- Moss Stitch Headband
- Quick Coffee Cup Cozy
- Ribbed Legwarmers
- Ruffled Bag
- Silver Clutch Bag
- Trinity Stitch Headband
- Vegas Wristwarmers
Afghan Knitting Patterns
Patterns for afghans to knit for yourself or as gifts.
Baby Knitting Patterns
Want to be the hit of the baby shower? Knit a blanket, hat, bib or another one of these great projects for baby.
- Cotton Baby Hat
- Crocheted Edge Baby Tube Socks
- Easy Baby Booties
- Garter Stitch Bib
- Garter Stitch Striped Baby Blanket
- Harris Tweet Rib Baby Blanket
- Infant Eyelet Hat
- Pumpkin Hat
- Ribbed Baby Hat
- Roman Stitch Baby Blanket
- Sampler Baby Blanket
- Seed Stitch Baby Hat
- Special Date Baby Blanket
- Sprout Baby Hat
- Star Bib
- Striped Baby Hat
- Striped Baby Pillow
- Triple Rib Baby Blanket
Bag Knitting Patterns
Everybody loves bags! Here you will find free knitting patterns for handbags, totes, clutches, shopping bags, reusable grocery bags, cosmetics bags, and more.
- Beaded Bag
- Box Stitch Passport Pouch
- Entralac Pouch
- Eye Lash Bag
- Felted Satchel
- Fleck Stitch Envelope Purse
- Handspun Bag
- Herringbone Gift Bag
- Horseshoe Lace Bag
- Knit Pencil Bag
- Ruffled Bag
- Silver Clutch Bag
- Small Gift Bag
- Squared Check Purse
- Stockinette Swatch Bag
- T-Shirt Yarn Bag
Christmas Knitting Patterns
Get into the spirit of the holidays with knit Christmas ornaments, stockings and other decor for your home.
- Bias Knit Washcloth
- Cat's Eye Lace Christmas Ornament
- Christmas Tree Pillow
- Christmas Vest Ornament
- Christmas Wreath Ornament
- Knit Candy Ornaments
Felting Patterns
Whether you're new to felting or have been shrinking knitted items for years, here are some great knitting and felting projects for you to try.
Hat Knitting Patterns
Cool weather means cold ears. Warm up your noggin with these fun and fabulous hat knitting patterns. Don't forget your significant other! There are patterns here for guys and gals.
- Camouflage Hat
- Flat Hat
- Knitted Helmet Liner
- Men's Ribbed Hat
- Pink Ribbon Loom Knitted Hat
- Ribbed Flat Hat
Home Knitting Patterns
If you're looking for free knitting patterns for washcloths, place mats, hot pads, bookmarks or anything else you might use at home, these patterns can get you started.
- Cabled Napkin Rings
- Checkerboard Hot Pad
- Color Block Pillow
- Dropped Stitch Soap Sack
- Felted Fall Placemat
- Felted Hot Pad
- Garter Stitch Stripe Coasters
- Harry Potter Knit Bookmark
- Knitting Needle Vase
- Spring Colored Felted Bowl
- Star Coasters
- Stockinette Stripe Coasters
- Washcloth Knitting Patterns
Gifts for Men & Pets Knitting Patterns
Guys like knitting, too. Whether you're a guy who knits or you're a girl who has a guy, these are our favorite manly patterns.
Knitting for Pets
Don't forget your furry friends when planning your next knitting project. Check out these projects for cats and dogs.
Mitten and Glove Knitting Patterns
There's nothing warmer for your fingers than hand-knit mittens, so grab some wool yarn and pick your favorite pair. These free mitten knitting patterns are just what you need.
Scarf Knitting Patterns
A handknit scarf is a perfect gift because you never have to worry about size. And there are tons of fun ways to knit scarves, as these free scraf knitting patterns illustrate.
- 4X4 Red Woven Scarf
- Basketweave Scarf
- Beginner's Garter Stitch Scarf
- Box Stitch Scarf
- Condo Knit Scarf
- Farrow Rib Scarf
- Favorite Color Scarf
- Felted House Scarf
- Fizzy, Fuzzy Scarf
- Free Scarf Knitting Patterns
- Fun Fur Knitted Scarf
- Fuzzy Garter Stitch Scarf
- Horizontal Scarf
- Pocket Scarf
- Rice Stitch Scarf
- Ripple Stitch Scarf
- Ruffles Scarf
- Slanted Scarf
- Staghorn Cable Scarf
- Stash Scarf
Seasonal and Holiday Knitting Patterns
These knitting patterns will get you through the holidays other than Christmas.
- Valentine's Day Patterns
- St. Patrick's Day Projects
- Summer: Women's Lacy Shrug
- Mother's Day Knits
- Father's Day Knits
- Forth of July: American Flag Pin
- Fourth of July: Star Coasters
- Halloween Knitting Patterns
- Knit Bead Necklace
- Knit Cake
- Knit Pink Ribbon
- Knit Yellow Ribbon
Shawl and Sweater Knitting Patterns
Shawls are a favorite project for many knitters. Here you will find free knitting patterns for shawls, wraps and caplets as well as sweaters.
Sock Knitting Patterns
Are you scared of socks? So many knitters are. Here are some great free patterns to get you on your way to knitting warm, cozy, wonderful socks.
- Fleece Bed Socks
- Learn to Knit a Sock Socks
- Men's Woven Rib Socks
- Rib Fantastic Socks
- Ribbed Infant Socks
- Short Socks
- Women's Fair Isle Socks
- Women's Ribbed Socks
- Women's Stockinette Stitch Socks
- Worsted Cabled Socks
Toy Knitting Patterns
From stuffed animals to doll clothes these free toy knitting patterns are perfect for the little ones in your life.
Washcloth Knitting Patterns
I know a lot of knitters who really enjoy knitting washcloths and dishcloths. They're usually quick, easy projects made with inexpensive materials, so it's easy to see why so many knitters like them. Best yet, everyone always needs more washcloths, so you can play with any stitch pattern you like and you'll end up with a functional finished project you can keep or give as a gift for a housewarming, to a new mom or as part of a spa kit.