50 Free Patterns

Everyone likes something free!  Here are 50 Free Patterns that are on my to-create list for 2015.

KNITTING

1. Easy Mistake Stitch Scarf (http://www.purlbee.com/2014/11/17/mistake-rib-scarf-in-mulberry-merino/)
2. Bulky Baby Blankets (http://www.purlbee.com/2009/07/24/whits-knits-bulky-baby-blankets/)
3. Berry Baby Hat (http://randomstitches.wordpress.com/2008/01/11/hello-world/)
4. Bookmark Trio (http://www.tricksyknitter.com/product/bookmark-trio/)
5. Leafy Washcloth (http://www.tricksyknitter.com/product/leafy-washcloth/)
6. Christmas Pickle Ornament (http://www.knitpicks.com/patterns/Christmas_Pickle_Ornament_Pattern__D50801220.html)
7. Holiday Stocking (http://www.knitpicks.com/patterns/Holiday_Stocking__D50832220.html)

 

CROCHETING

8. Camouflage Backpack (http://www.crochet-world.com/patterns/pdfs/camouflage_backpack.pdf)
9. Triangle Stitch Backpack (http://www.mnecrafts.com/2014/07/triangle-stitch-backpack.html)
10. Princess Outfit for Barbie (http://donnascrochetdesigns.com/morefree/princess-barbie-outfit-free-crochet-pattern.html)
11. 1950s Style Dress with Stole for Barbie (http://www.freepatternsdonnascrochetdesigns.com/1950-barbie-outfit-free-crochet-pattern.html)
12. Bible Cover (http://crochetnmore.com/biblecoverpattern.htm)
13. Prayer Cloth (http://www.crochetville.com/community/topic/123602-5-prayer-cloth-in-filet-charity-pattern/#entry2202738)
14. A Rose For Mother (http://www.crochetme.com/media/p/88453.aspx)
15. Rose Filet Shawl (http://web.archive.org/web/20070711073711/http://www.womansday.com/home/6718/summers-coolest-accessory.html)
16. Basic Rose (http://www.planetjune.com/blog/free-crochet-patterns/basic-rose/)

 

PLARN

17. “Flmelted Plarn” Coasters (http://crochetistheway.blogspot.com/2013/12/free-pattern-and-tutorial-fmelted-plarn.html)
18. 3D Crochet Flower with Stamens (http://moiracrochetspl.hubpages.com/hub/3d-crochet-flower-with-stamens)
19. 3D Crochet Flower (http://moiracrochets.hubpages.com/hub/3D-Crochet-Flower)
20. 3D Scalloped Flower (http://moiracrochetsplarn.blogspot.com/2010/10/3d-scalloped-flower.html)
21. 3D Tear Drop Crochet Earrings (http://moiracrochets.hubpages.com/hub/Crocheted-Earrings-3)
22. 3D Veined Flower with Bulb Stamen (http://moiracrochets.hubpages.com/hub/3DCrochetFlower1)
23. All American Plarn Bag (http://moiracrochets.hubpages.com/hub/3DCrochetFlower1)
24. Apple Heat Motif (http://moiracrochetsplarn.blogspot.com/2010/11/apple-heart-motif.html)

 

LOOM KNITTING

25. Accordion Jar Cozy (http://crafts.lovetoknow.com/wiki/Free_Loom_Knitting_Patterns)
26. Afghan Homespun (https://www.knittingboard.com/Articles.asp?ID=157)
27. Baby Booties with Matching Hat (http://www.knittingboard.com/articles.asp?id=155)
28. The Kitty Kat Hat (http://craftingyoohooville.blogspot.com/2007/09/kitty-kat-hat.html)
29. Friendship Bracelet (http://www.loomahat.com/friendship-bracelet/)
30. Steering Wheel Cover (http://loomdude.blogspot.com/2011/06/fathers-day-gift-idea.html)
31. Towel Toppers (http://loomlady.blogspot.com/2006/12/towel-toppers-and-u-turn-flat-stitch.html)
32. Swiffer Cover (http://kansasa.blogspot.com/2006/04/swiffer-cover.html)
33. Baby Washclothes (http://web.archive.org/web/20120417033920/http://www.provocraft.com/projects/projects.php?prdindex=kniftyknitter&dsp=project&idnum=21)
34. Cell Phone Totes (http://web.archive.org/web/20110715060707/http://www.provocraft.com/projects/projects.php?prdindex=kniftyknitter&dsp=project&idnum=39)
35. Kitchen Scrubbers (http://www.rostitchery.com/2005/11/knifty_kitchen_.html)
36. Neck Pillow (http://web.archive.org/web/20111222023452/http://www.provocraft.com/projects/projects.php?prdindex=kniftyknitter&dsp=project&idnum=9)
37. Ribbon Flowers (http://radlinccrafts.blogspot.com/2009/08/cute-ribbon-flowers-made-with-flower.html)
38. Leggings (http://www.lionbrand.com/patterns/BK4K-0701004.html)
39. Little Felted Spool-knit Teddy Bear (http://www.lionbrand.com/patterns/BK4K-0602008.html?noImages=)
40. Imogen Cowl (http://www.lionbrand.com/patterns/90252AD.html)
41. Spool Knit Lizard (http://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/spool-knit-lizard)
42. iPad Cover (http://www.craftsunleashed.com/craft-basics-main/yarn-crafts/how-to-knit-a-cover-for-your-ipad/)
43. Mug Cozy (http://scraplady53.blogspot.com/2009/02/simple-loomed-mug-cozy.html)
44. Specs, the Owl (https://app.box.com/shared/n0l0e0pkvk)
45. Lady-Bug Pin-Cushion (https://app.box.com/shared/rhhyhr6s37)
46. Mesh Soap Bag (http://www.goodknitkisses.com/Resources/mesh-soap-bag/)
47. Pretty Baby Headband (http://guppylovesshark.wordpress.com/2010/03/02/pretty-baby-headband/)
48. Mini Cornucopia (https://app.box.com/shared/kx39kn8wsc)
49. Oh My Stars and Garter Satchel (https://app.box.com/shared/4xy66f5sa4)
50. Knifty Christmas Bells (https://app.box.com/shared/zfpstnk93h)

Tips & Techniques: Loom Knitting Stitches

There are many different loom knitting stitches that you can use for your projects. If you can’t get the hang of knit one purl two with your knitting needles, you have to try loom knitting. Using a loom is also perfect for people who have arthritis.

Types of Knitting Looms

There are three basic types of looms for knitting. They can be purchased in kits in most craft and fabric stores

• Round Loom: The round loom is the most prevalent loom used by beginning loom knitters. The name “round loom” can be a little misleading since it can actually come in a variety of geometrical shapes including triangle, oval, heart and many others. Round looms have no starting point or ending point, as the pegs are continuous all the way around the loom.

• Rake: The rake has a starting point and an ending point. It is used for flat knitting.
• Knitting Board: The knitting board is two parallel rakes used together to knit across. The resulting fabric is a double knit.

Stitch Glossary

The following glossary will help you with the following stitches:

• k= knit
• p= purl
• k2tog= knit two stitches together
• YO= yarn over
• sl= slip or skip peg
• psso= pass over the skipped stitch

 

Decorative Loom Knitting Stitches

Diagonal Seed Stitch

This can either be used using a flat loom or a round loom. If you use a flat loom, use a garter stitch border at each end and use this diagonal seed stitch pattern in the middle. Cast on a multiple of 6sts. This can also be used on a round loom that has pegs in multiples of 6.

• Multiple of 6sts
• Row 1: *k5, p1; rep from * to the end of row
• Row 2: k1, *p1, k5; rep from * to last 5 sts, p1, k4
• Row 3: k3, *p1, k5; rep from * to last 3sts, p1, k2
• Row 4: k3, *p1, k5; rep from * to last 3sts, p1, k2
• Row 5: k1, *p1, k5; rep from * to last 5sts, p1, k4
• Row 6: *k5, p1; rep from * to end of row
• Rep these 6 rows

 

Lace Inset Stitch

This looks pretty when woven into the blankets and scarves. When used on a flat loom, it can be inserted on any 8sts. It can be used in the round on a hat, for example. Insert the lace on any of the hat panels.

• Worked over 8sts
• Row 1: k1, (k2tog, YO) 3 times, k1
• Row 2, 4: Knit
• Row 3: k2, (k2tog, YO) twice, K2
• Rep Rows 1-4. End on a row 4.

 

Feather Open Work Stitching

This is seen frequently on baby blankets used for decoration or on throws for rocking chairs. It can also be used for a variety of other knitting projects.

• Multiple of 5+2
• Row 1 (rs): k1, *k2tog, yo, k1, yo, sl1, k1,

psso, rep from * to last st, k1

• Row 2: k
• Rep Rows 1 and 2
• K2tog: Start with the stitches are on pegs 1 and 2

Move stitch from peg 1 over to peg 2. Knit both stitches together.

• YO: E-wrap the empty peg
• sl1, k1, psso: Skip peg 1, knit peg 2. Move stitch from peg 2 over to peg 1. Knit over.

 

Project: Baby Booties on a Knitting Loom

Original instructions can be found at http://www.loomahat.com/how-to-loom-knit-baby-booties/.

The one thing I have always found myself making was baby booties, whether I was crocheting, knitting or looming them.  I enjoy making them for family and friends.  I make approximately 75 pairs a month, with at least 30 of them going to the local NICU and 40 going to the local pregnancy help center.  Making booties is also a great way to use up some of that left over yarn in your stash bag!

Supplies

• Flower Loom
• Yarn Pick
• Yarn
• Yarn Needle
• Scissors

The Project Pattern

1.  Cast on.  Using two strands of yarn as if they were one, go counter-clockwise.  Wrap each peg once.  Stop at the last peg – do not complete the circle.  There should be a gap between the two front pegs.  Now change the direction of your work – wrap each peg going clockwise.  You should have four strands on every peg – two on the bottom and two on the top.

 

2.  Heel.  Knit using the e-Wrap Stitch.  Pull the two strands over the two top strands and flip over the back of the peg.  Do this for each peg around.  Count this as row one – repeat for six more rows.

 

3.  When you’re done with the seventh row you will begin to work only in a counter-clockwise direction.  Wrap all pegs – you should have four strands on each peg with no gaps between the first and last peg.

4.  Foot.  Knit using the e-Wrap Stitch for a total of nine rows.

5.  Finishing.  Close the front of the bootie using the gathering method.  It’s like closing a hat on a loom.  Thread the needle and sew the open part of the heel closed.  Decorate as desired.

  

Note:  If you are giving these to a NICU leave off the decorations.