10 Absolute Beginner Free Knitting Patterns
This is one of my most requested collections.
When you are just learning to knit, most often you are only taught the knit stitch.
So what do you can you make?
I’ve rounded up ten beautiful projects featuring just garter stitch (aka knit every row).
Because, let’s face it, the more often you achieve knitting success, the more you’ll want to knit.
Cast on one, or all of these projects and let me know in the comments below which are your favorite!
What pattern will you cast on first? I can’t wait to hear.
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10 Absolute Beginner Free Knitting Patterns in Garter Stitch
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#1. Big Bouncy Baby Blanket Free Knitting Pattern
Our new Big Bouncy Baby Blanket is the simplest knit and so squishy it’s amazing. Just cast on and knit each color until you’re done! You’ll want to cuddle this blanket as your work its stitches.
Uses bulky weight yarn
Designed by Heather Walpole
Get Ewe Ewe Baa Baa Bulky Washable Merino Yarn for this project
#2. Coffee Cozy Free Beginner Knitting Pattern
They are so fast and easy, fit just about any size cup, and I bet you could make enough for all your family & friends in one weekend! Better yet, grab a bunch of your favorite knitting (or crocheting) friends and spend the afternoon together cranking them out!
Uses bulky weight yarn
Designed by Elizabeth Murphy
Get KnitPicks Chroma Twist Bulky Yarn for this project
#3. Beginner Blanket Free Knitting Pattern
This simple blanket uses only the humble knit stitch along with bold, contrasting stripes of color to deliver big results. The combination of this yarn and stitch pattern creates a very stretchy fabric. The blanket will grow slightly larger in size with use and over time but may be reblocked to the original size.
Uses worsted weight yarn
Designed by Jenny Konopinski
#4. Makeup Pads Free Knitting Pattern
There’s no need to spend money on disposable makeup pads any longer. You can knit up a stack of reusable makeup pads with this beginner pattern. Make them in 100% cotton and they’ll be soft on your skin, washable, and eco-friendly. Knit a whole stack in your favorite colors.
Created by DROPS Designs
Uses aran weight yarn
Get DROPS Paris Cotton Yarn for this project
#4. Knit Bunnies Free Knitting Pattern
This bunny is formed by cleverly sewing up and stuffing a knitted square. Any yarn can be used, simply choose needles that give a pleasing fabric that will hold the stuffing in. The size of the bunny is determined by the size of the knitted square.
Uses DK weight yarn
Designed by Artsy Fartsy Mama. Image by Elokka
Get KnitPicks CotLin DK Yarn for this project
#6. Plain ‘Ole Garter Stitch Dishcloth Free Knitting Pattern
What to love about this dishcloth/facecloth pattern?
Knits up quick and easy.
Straight knitting, no pesky counting.
Great texture.
You can knit it in one night while watching your fav tv!
Everyone loves em!
Uses DK weight yarn
Designed by Missy Angus. Photo by leoleo.
Get KnitPicks CotLin DK Yarn for this project
#7. Garter Stitch Cowl Free Knitting Pattern
Here’s a quick-knit cowl that is perfect for beginners! It’s knitted flat and then seamed.
Uses super bulky weight yarn
Designed by Lion Brand Yarn
Get Lion Brand Hometown USA Tweeds Yarn for this project
#8. Simple Garter Hat Free Knitting Pattern
This simple garter stitch hat is perfect for adding a pop of color to any look, and makes a great project for beginner knitters. Pattern includes sizes to fit children and adults.
Uses aran weight yarn
Created by Caron Design Team
Get Caron Simply Soft Yarn for this project
#9. Cushy Garter Blanket Free Knitting Pattern
With a simple garter stitch pattern and knit in a subtle neutral shade of Bernat Blanket, this blanket is an easy, elegant project that’s great for any home.
Uses super bulky weight yarn
Created by Bernat Design Studio
Get Bernat Blanket Ombre Yarn for this project
#10. Wooly Stripe Scarf Free Knitting Pattern
Stripes, stripes, stripes of wonderful color! Wooly Stripe Scarf goes with everything you wear. The Wooly Stripe Scarf is created using only the knit stitch so it's a perfect beginer project, and the braided fringe adds a stylish bit of fun.
Uses worsted weight yarn
Designed by Heather Walpole
Get Ewe Ewe Wooly Worsted Yarn for this project
