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 25 Easy Knitting Patterns for Beginners
By Mollie Johanson
Updated 06/28/19

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Even Beginners Can Knit Beautiful and Useful Items

Heidi Gusted

When you're new to knitting, making a simple scarf is a safe and easy project. But then what?
These 25 free knitting patterns are perfect for the newbie or advanced beginner looking to learn
a few new techniques.

And while a few scarves made the list, they are anything but simple, while remaining easy for
you to jump in right away.

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Color Block Garter Stitch Scarf

Flax and Twine

If you only know how to do the knit stitch, you can still make this adorable scarf. It's a quick
and easy project, and the color change and tassels add a fun detail. Knit one for yourself, then
make a few for gifts.

Tasseled Garter Stitch Color Block Scarf from Flax and Twine

 03of 24

Confetti Scarf in Stockinette Stitch

Purl Soho
Once you learn how to knit and purl, you can make this gorgeous scarf. The secret to that
"confetti" in the knitting is holding several strands of yarn together as you work. The technique
makes the scarf bulkier (and faster), as well as beautiful.

Confetti Scarf from Purl Soho

 04of 24

Chunky Knit Pillow

Smiling Colors

Add some knitting to your home decor with this pillow from Smitha Katti of Smiling Colors.
Working in stockinette stitch and using the same technique as the scarf above, all you need to
do is knit a square. Then attach it to a backing and add a pillow insert.

Chunky Knit Pillow from Smiling Colors

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Easy Baby Booties

Gina Michelle

Want to make some simple baby booties? These use garter stitch and simple shaping to make
fold-over slippers for baby. And when baby outgrows them, make them in toddler-size. If that's
not cute enough, there's even a size for grown-ups to match.

Very Easy Knit Baby Booties from Gina Michelle

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Star Dust Garter Stitch Scarf

Just Be Crafty

Practice your yarn overs when you make this chunky scarf. The yarn overs create the holes that
give this garter stitch design character. And to make it even simpler, you can use self-striping
yarn so you get color changes without needing to weave in any yarn ends!

Star Dust Knitted Garter Stitch Scarf from Just Be Crafty

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Summer Fling Triangle Shawl

The Noble Thread

A shawl might sound a little old-fashioned, but they have gained popularity again, especially
when you wear them as a scarf. This triangular shawl is a great project to show off fun, speckled
yarn. Plus, you can add tassels as a fun detail!

Summer Fling Shawl from The Noble Thread

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Bulky Throw Blanket

Heidi Gusted

As a beginning knitter, making a blanket can seem intimidating, but this throw-size Afghan
pattern changes that. By working with bulky yarn and large needles, and using simple
stockinette, anyone can tackle this project.

Bulky Throw from Hands Occupied

 09of 24

Talland Knit Tee

Blacker Yarns

The Talland Tee from Blacker Yarn is simple enough for advanced beginners, but it has some
special elements that make it shine. Plus, with a linen-wool blend yarn, it's a knit piece you can
wear almost all year.

Talland Tee Pattern from Blacker Yarns

 10of 24

Cute Kitty Hat

Leah Jubara
A child in a hand-knit hat is cute, but when it's a kitty hat, that's even better. Although this
hat uses double-pointed needles, which might be new to a beginner, the knitting remains pretty
basic. After you finish the main part of the hat, add ears and a simple embroidered face.

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Drop Stitch Kimono

Mama in a Stitch

New knitters fear accidentally dropping a stitch, but this lovely kimono design incorporates
intentionally dropped stitches in a technique called drop stitch or elongated stitch. The
simplicity means you don't need to do any shaping. Knit two rectangles, then join the back and
sides for an accessory you can wear with so many outfits.

Drop Stitch Kimono Pattern from Mama in a Stitch

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Tweedy Stripey Short-Sleeved Sweater

Leslie Weber

The boxy shape of this pullover makes it easy to knit, but the stripes make it anything but
boring. Choose a few favorite colors and get your sweater started.

Tweedy-Stripey Pullover from Leslie Weber

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Double Seed Stitch Baby Blanket

Knitting in the Park

This simple baby blanket uses two basic knitting stitch patterns: stockinette and seed stitch. The
two textures both look and feel soft and interesting for babies, making it a perfect gift for a new
little one.

Double Seed Stitch Blanket from Knitting in the Park

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Fat Cat Stuffed Toy

 Yarnspirations

For a knitting project that kids and cat lovers will want to cuddle, look no further than this
stuffed fat cat toy. And if a cat isn't your thing, try transforming it into other animals by
changing the features just a bit.

Bernat Fat Cat Toy from Yarnspirations

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Easy Breezy Cardigan

Lion Brand

Knit this lightweight cardigan out of Lion Brand Rewind "tape yarn" for a project you can wear
all year round. It's cute and casual, and you'll be proud to sport your own handiwork.

Breezy Cardigan Pattern from Lion Brand

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Vancouver Toque Lined Hat

Kiku Corner

Knit this slouchy beanie-style hat on circular needles for an easy project that won't require too
much thinking as you work. You only need to use the knit stitch for most of the hat, but it comes
out as stockinette stitch. And instead of requiring shaping, the top closes with gathering for an
easy finish. To make it extra warm, the pattern includes instructions to add a fleece lining.

Knit Vancouver Toque Pattern from Kiku Corner

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Ionos Infinity Scarf

Meiju K-P

An infinity scarf is connected at both ends so you can wrap it around your neck easily. And this
one incorporates a few yarn-over eyelets for a pretty style that shows off a soft and lovely yarn.

Ionos Infinity Scarf from Meiju K-P

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Slip On Baby Bibs

Red Heart

Babies can never have enough bibs, especially when they're teething. This bib is similar to a
basic dishcloth pattern, but the neckband slips right over the head and the cotton yarn makes it
extra absorbent.

Knit Baby Bibs from Red Heart

 19of 24

Easy Peasy Socks

Shiny Happy World / Stacey Trock

Knitting socks can sound intimidating at first, but Stacey Trock shows you how to make
your very first pair with this "easy peasy" pattern. And once you learn how to make these, you
can enter a whole new sock-knitting world.

Easy Peasy Socks from Shiny Happy World

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Adorable Christmas Tree Ornaments

Leah Jubara

Add some knitting to your tree while expanding your skills by working up these ornaments in
classic Christmas designs. They use double-pointed needles, which might be new to you, but
learning to work with them is worth the effort.

 21of 24

Mini Football Toy

Knit Picks

Knit this tiny football toy for a tiny football fan. You'll need to do some shaping, but it's a small
project, so even if you need to spend some time learning the process, it won't take too long.
Baby's First Football from Knit Picks

 22of 24

Simple Stripe Baby Blanket

Leelee Knits

Make this striped baby blanket with just knit and purl stitches, alternating two colors or perhaps
adding in a few more colors. The stitches are basic, but the texture is lush.

Easy Knit Baby Blanket from Leelee Knits

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Farrow Rib Scarf

Sarah E. White

Farrow ribbing is an easy pattern to work in your knitting, but it gives this scarf a beautifully
textured design. And with large needles, bulky yarn, and only two rows of repeating pattern,
you can knit this up quickly as you watch your favorite shows.

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Easy Garter Stitch Baby Sweater

Mollie Johanson

With basic techniques, you can knit this adorable baby sweater. You create the shaping by
casting off stitches, so if you can do the knit stitch, yarn over, and knit 2 together, you're ready
for this. Then all that's left is to sew the pieces together.

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