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Cotton: 1961 Free Patterns
In this section, you can find free Cotton knitting patterns.Our directory links to free knitting patterns only. But sometimes patterns that were available for free become pay-walled later. Patterns can also be moved or taken down. If you encounter a problem accessing any of the patterns, we urge you to report this to us.
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Top 10 Knitting Patterns in Cotton
Dryades Sweater
This free knitting pattern uses worsted-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round, Long Sleeve, Round Yoke, Seamless, Short Rows, Top-Down.
Grand Canyon Cardigan
This free knitting pattern uses sport-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Colorwork, In-the-round, Lace, Raglan, Seamless, Top-Down, V-neck.
Tessa Bathmat
Free knitting pattern using super bulky-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Crochet Finish.
Summer Crop Top
Free knitting pattern using sport-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Cropped, Seamed, Sleeveless.
Odaire Scarf
Finished measurements: about 12" x 110" (3o.5 x 279.5 cm)
Free knitting pattern using worsted-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Colorwork, Crochet Finish.
Celia Triangle Shawl
A free knitting pattern using worsted-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Colorwork, Crochet Finish.
Spring Peak Top
Free knitting pattern using dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Lace pattern, Top-Down, Vent.
Palisades Park Beret
A free knitting pattern using worsted-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round.
Scalloped Shawl
Bulky weight yarn really highlights the details of this otherwise classic knit lace design. Check it out!
Free knitting pattern using bulky-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Stripes.
Bellini Tube Crop Top
This free knitting pattern uses aran-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Cropped, In-the-round, Seamed, Sleeveless, Stripes.
Chevron Striped Kitchen Towel
A free knitting pattern using worsted-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Chevron, Stripes.
Sagewood Cardigan
This free knitting pattern uses dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Bottom-Up, Oversized fit, Seamed.
Alex Sweater
A free knitting pattern using dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Raglan, Seamless, Short Rows, Stripes, Top-Down.
Comfy Poncho
This free knitting pattern uses aran-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Crochet Finish, Textured pattern.
White Roses Top
A free knitting pattern using aran-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Cable, In-the-round, Raglan, Short Sleeves, Top-Down, Worked as One Piece.
Retro Stripes Placemat
MEASUREMENTS Approx 12" x 18" [30.5 x 45.5 cm].
This free knitting pattern uses worsted-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Colorwork, Stripes.
Kaleidoscope Sweater
Free knitting pattern using worsted-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round, Round Yoke, Stranded, Stripes, Top-Down.
Knit + Fold Bandana
Free knitting pattern using fingering-weight yarn.
Loop-The-Loop Blanket
This free knitting pattern uses dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Slipped Stitches.
About Spring Top
Free knitting pattern using dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Bottom-Up, Seamed, Sleeveless, V-neck, Worked In Sections.
Tidy Up Knit Dishcloth and Basket
MEASUREMENTS Dishcloth: Approx 8" [20.5 cm] square. Basket: Approx 5 x 7 x 3" [12.5 x 18. 7.5 cm].
This free knitting pattern uses worsted-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Garter Stitch.
Nemesia Sweater
This fun pattern features a charming geometric design, while also being accessible to less experienced knitters. Give it a shot!
Free knitting pattern using dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Colorwork, Crochet Finish, Garter Stitch, Seamed, Stockinette Stitch, Worked In Sections.
Kingfisher Sweater
Free knitting pattern using dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Bobble, Bottom-Up, Cable, Lace, Saddle Shoulder, Seamed, Stranded.
Basic Ankle Socks
A free knitting pattern using fingering-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Toe-up.
Keary Shawl
This free knitting pattern uses worsted-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Colorwork, Garter Stitch, Stripes.
Letters to Juliet Top
Free knitting pattern using sport-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Bobble, Bottom-Up, Sleeveless.
Claudia Top
A free knitting pattern using dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Seamed, Sleeveless.
Cumulus Baby Blanket
A free knitting pattern using worsted-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Bias.
Coastal Shawl
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS: Wingspan: 66”; Depth at Center: 33”
This free knitting pattern uses bulky-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Colorwork, Textured pattern.
Super Fast Chunky Garter Stitch Dishcloth
Free knitting pattern using super bulky-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Garter Stitch.
Artemesia Top
Free knitting pattern using dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Bottom-Up, Cap Sleeve, Lace, Seamed.
Potholder 28
This free knitting pattern uses worsted-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Textured pattern.
Cleome Top
Free knitting pattern using dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Bottom-Up, Cap Sleeve, Intarsia, Seamed.
Flowers Bunch Shawl
This free knitting pattern uses fingering-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Lace.
Sunshine Throw
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS: Width: 37½”; Length: 39”
This free knitting pattern uses bulky-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Lace pattern.
Home Life Washcloths
This free knitting pattern uses dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: I-Cord.
Abstract Pillow
Free knitting pattern using worsted-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Intarsia.
Drop Stitch Top
Free knitting pattern using sport-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Drop stitch, Relaxed fit, Seamed, Worked as One Piece.
Sunny Song Top
A free knitting pattern using worsted-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Cable, In-the-round, Round Neckline, Round Yoke, Seamless, Short Sleeves, Top-Down.
Embroidered Cardigan
This free knitting pattern uses sport-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Buttons, Embroidery, Long Sleeve, Round Neckline, Seamed, Worked In Sections.
Light and Airy Knit Shawl
MEASUREMENTS: Approx 55" [139.5 cm] wide x 22" [56 cm] deep.
This free knitting pattern uses dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Lace pattern.
Rippled Waters
A free knitting pattern using dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Lace, Twisted Stitches.
Thalia Top
This free knitting pattern uses worsted-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Cap Sleeve, Seamed, Sideways, Stripes.
Midsummer's Day Top
Free knitting pattern using worsted-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Bottom-Up, Sleeveless.
Midsummer's Night Cardigan
This free knitting pattern uses worsted-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Bottom-Up, Relaxed fit, Seamed, Worked In Sections.
Nice and Lacy Yoke Knit Tee
A free knitting pattern using dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round, Lace pattern, Round Neckline, Round Yoke, Seamless, Short Sleeves, Top-Down.
Spiral Rug
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS: Diameter: 30”
This free knitting pattern uses super bulky-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Circle.
Piilu Sweater
This free knitting pattern uses dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Boatneck, Bottom-Up, Entrelac, Seamed.
Shifting Angles Blanket
Free knitting pattern using sport-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Bias.
Navona Wrap
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS: Length: 54”; Width: 15½”
This free knitting pattern uses dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Crochet Finish, Lace pattern.
Mermaid Soap Saver Bag
Free knitting pattern using worsted-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Drop stitch, In-the-round, Seamless.
Easy Face Scrubbies
Looking for a fun, quick project that involves texture work? Check out this face scrubbies pattern from Love Life Yarn!
Free knitting pattern using dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Textured pattern.
Parisien Market Bag
This free knitting pattern uses super bulky-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round.
Ammi Top
Free knitting pattern using dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Bottom-Up, Cap Sleeve, Seamed, Stranded.
The Center Out Mitered Dishcloth
This free knitting pattern uses worsted-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: I-Cord, In-the-round, Worked as One Piece.
Fruit Cozies
Measurements: Approx 2½" (3½)" [6 (9) cm] in diameter.
A free knitting pattern using worsted-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: In-the-round.
Solidago Top
Free knitting pattern using dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Lace, Seamed, Sleeveless.
Lunaria Socks
Free knitting pattern using light fingering-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Colorwork.
Casual Market Bag
MEASUREMENTS: Approx 17" [43 cm] long, excluding handles.
A free knitting pattern using worsted-weight yarn.
Bucket Tote
MEASUREMENTS: Approx 10" [25.5 cm] wide by 12" [30.5 cm] tall.
This free knitting pattern uses super bulky-weight yarn.
Going Places Shawl
If you're looking for a light, lacey, summer shawl you can dress up in, check out this offering from Universal Yarn!
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS: Depth in Center: 31”; Wingspan: 62”
This free knitting pattern uses cobweb-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Lace pattern.
Blanket for Martin
Free knitting pattern using fingering-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Textured pattern.
MARLA Hat
A free knitting pattern using sport-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: I-Cord, In-the-round, Lace.
College Campus Tote
This free knitting pattern uses aran or dk-weight yarns. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Colorwork, Crochet Finish, Stripes.
Clancy Vest
A free knitting pattern using dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Cable.
Watermelon Blanket
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS: Width: 36”; Length: 37¾“
Free knitting pattern using dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Diagonal.
Lonicera Top
A free knitting pattern using dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Bottom-Up, Seamed, Sleeveless.
Agapanthas Top
This free knitting pattern uses dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Bottom-Up, Lace, Seamed.
Treasure Hunt Cardigan
This free knitting pattern uses sport-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: 3-Quarter Sleeve, Bottom-Up, Buttons, Lace pattern, Round Yoke.
Treasure Hunt Sweater
A free knitting pattern using sport-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: 3-Quarter Sleeve, Bottom-Up, In-the-round, Lace pattern, Long Sleeve, Round Neckline, Round Yoke.
Rebirth Pullover
Free knitting pattern using dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Bottom-Up, Lace, Round Yoke, Seamless, Short Sleeves.
Tolland Scarf
Finished Measurements: 72½” long and 9” wide
A free knitting pattern using aran-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Colorwork, Stripes.
Back to Nature Hat
Finished Measurements: 20” circumference and 8½” tall
A free knitting pattern using aran-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Bottom-Up, In-the-round, Seamless.
Colorful Corner Blanket In Tulip Cotton
Looking for a quick, easy yet stylish project to knit as a gift? Check out this pattern from Purl Soho!
This free knitting pattern uses worsted-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Stripes.
Riverine Pullover
Free knitting pattern using dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Seamed, Worked as One Piece.
Chicory Cardigan
A free knitting pattern using dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Bottom-Up, Cable, Lace, Raglan, Seamed, Stripes.
Chicory Tank
This free knitting pattern uses dk-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Cable, In-the-round, Lace, Seamless, Sleeveless.
Aliferous Sweater
A free knitting pattern using aran-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Bottom-Up, Lace, Seamed.
Welkin Shawl
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS: Wingspan (along bottom edge): 80”; Depth at Center: 26
Free knitting pattern using sport-weight yarn. Pattern attributes and techniques include: Colorwork, Lace edge, Stripes.