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15 free knitting patterns for Autumn

October 4, 2019

15 free knitting patterns you’ll love to make this Autumn and Winter

It’s that time of year, suddenly isn’t it? I’ve finally stopped clinging onto to the last bittersweet moments of Summer and I’m embracing the new season instead.  I decided to find some creative projects to inspire me because I am really missing spending time in my garden. What better way to enjoy a cosy Autumnal night in than clicking away with the knitting needles?

In case you’re feeling the same way, I thought I’d share my favourite knitting patterns for Autumn – many free, and some available to buy.

I’ve found 15 of the best free knitting patterns – scroll down to get them all.

Discover my pick of the patterns to buy right now too. Hope you find something to inspire you.

15 Free Knitting patterns for Autumn

love this free knitting pattern for an ombre striped cowl scarf by Jules Hogan. Click through to get this free knitting pattern and other beautiful free patterns perfect for Autumn cosy evenings

Free pattern download #1:

Ombre Shawl free knitting pattern by Jules Hogan

I absolutely love Jules Hogan’s hand-crafted knitwear. Her use of colour, soft, ethical yarn and well-placed stripes and shading really sets her apart.

So I’m thrilled to be able to share this stunning Ombre Sampler Cowl scarf free knitting pattern that she created especially for us.

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Read the full blog post here: How to knit an ombre scarf free pattern and step by steps

Get your free pattern PDF by clicking here

Free pattern #2:

Whilst we’re on the subject of scarves, how cute is this Circle Scarf by Kristabel Plummer of inspirational blog I want you To Know? Kristabel has shared all the details you need as well as a super-helpful video tutorial. The perfect knitting project for beginners – and a cosy scarf to enjoy wearing yourself or to give as Christmas presents.

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Get the step by steps here >> 

Free pattern download #3:

Free cloud slippers pattern by Adrienne Sullivan

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Love these super-cosy simple to knit slippers – get your free pattern download here

Free pattern download #4

How adorable is this Mia knitted baby romper playsuit by Rowan? Perfect for keeping little ones cosy on chilly days, it’s knitted in baby cashsoft merino yarn.

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Download your free pattern here >>

Free pattern download #5

This Snowberry baby hat is just the cutest thing ever, don’t you think? It’s designed by Martin Storey and is worked in a heavenly soft 95% cashmere 5% wool yarn. It’s super simple to make too – worked in stocking stitch with a ribbed edging and cute bobble. Download the pattern for free from Ravelry.

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Free pattern download #6

This Arabian raglan sleever sweater by Lisa Richardson is also free to download from Ravelry. It’s the perfect Autumn cosy layer and I do love this seasonal colour, don’t you?

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Download your free knitting pattern here >>

Free pattern download #7

I just love this knitted shopping tote bag. It reminds me of the knitted bright orange bag my great Auntie Nancy used to carry with her everywhere. Usually with treats inside for me.

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If you fancy making it, the pattern is free to download from Ravelry here

Free pattern download #8

This super cosy longline Karoo Fair Isle cardigan with pockets is also by Lisa Richardson, and the pattern is free to download here. 

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Free pattern download #9

If you’re not the most experienced of knitters, why not try your hand at this Namib scarf first? The pattern is free to download here It’s based on the same fairisle pattern by Lisa Richardson, and would be perfect for adding interest to a plain winter coat or sweater. The stripy hat pattern is free to download here >>

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Free pattern download #10

Free woodland knitting patterns by Claire Garland

I asked Claire Garland of wonderful Dot Pebbles Knits if she had any Autumnal patterns she might like to share here… and it turns out she had just created this Woodland Collection free knitting pattern collection which she is happy to share with us. Choose from a snow-dappled nordic tree, toadstool or fox’s head – or make all three.

Get free The Woodland Collection pattern by Claire Garland here

If you’re not already signed up to Claire’s newsletter to receive her bi-monthly #freebeefridayknit free knitting patterns, you can do so here.

Free pattern download #11

Other freebies by Claire include these lamb and baby bunny knitting patterns. For more details on each check out our blog posts:

How to knit a bunny rabbit – free pattern and step by step tutorial

love this bunny rabbit free knitting pattern by Claire Garland of Dot Pebbles. Click through for details on how to knit a lamb with expert tips from Claire herself as well as other fantastic free knitting patterns you'll love to make #knittingpatterns #knittingprojects #imadethisrabbit #dotpebbles #frombritainwithlove #freepatterns love this bunny rabbit free knitting pattern by Claire Garland of Dot Pebbles. Click through for details on how to knit a lamb with expert tips from Claire herself as well as other fantastic free knitting patterns you'll love to make #knittingpatterns #knittingprojects #imadethisrabbit #dotpebbles #frombritainwithlove #freepatterns

Free pattern download #12

How to knit a lamb – free pattern and step by step tutoriallove this lamb free knitting pattern by Claire Garland of Dot Pebbles. Click through for details on how to knit a lamb with expert tips from Claire herself as well as other fantastic free knitting patterns you'll love to make #knittingpatterns #knittingprojects #lamb #dotpebbles #frombritainwithlove #freepatterns love this lamb free knitting pattern by Claire Garland of Dot Pebbles. Click through for details on how to knit a lamb with expert tips from Claire herself as well as other fantastic free knitting patterns you'll love to make #knittingpatterns #knittingprojects #lamb #dotpebbles #frombritainwithlove #freepatterns

I just wanted to add in a couple more patterns by Claire. They’re not free ones, but they are going down a storm right now, so I thought I’d share them with you here too. Fancy knitting a cat or kitten? If you do, the cat pattern is available to buy here and the kitten pattern here and here: To find out more, and to get expert tips from Claire herself, you can read our blog post How to knit a cat – knitting pattern and expert tips here

Free pattern download #13

The Simple Collection by Tin Can Knits

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This is a beautiful collection of quick to make accessories and simple sweaters, sized from newborn to grandpa in worsted weight yarn and all 12 patterns are free. It’s the perfect collection for newer knitters building skills and confidence, and also a treat for experienced knitters who enjoy modern lines and simple details. Download the patterns and tutorials here

Free pattern download #14

My favourites from the collection are this adorable Barley light hat

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And simply beautiful Flax sweater:

flax simple knitting pattern jumper sweater free pattern by tin can knits click through to download your free pattern and to find lots of other beautiful knitting project ideas you'll love #knitting #pattern #free #frombritainwithlove

Now, I do get that needle felting isn’t knitting as such, but it’s still all about wool and working with needles… So I couldn’t resist adding in a few lovely ideas from Lincolnshire Fenn Crafts too – some free some not.

love this needle felt deer kit and online tutorial by Lincolnshire Fenn Crafts. Click through for kits, patterns, free tutorials and workshops to create all sorts of beautiful needle felt creations you're sure to love and enjoy making #needlefelt #hare #frombritainwithlove #handmade #pattern

The needle felted deer pattern is available to buy here. The kit includes specially dyed Shetland wool in this perfect shade of brown. You can buy the deer needle felting kit here

love this needle felt fox pattern and kit and online tutorial by Lincolnshire Fenn Crafts. Click through for kits, patterns, free tutorials and workshops to create all sorts of beautiful needle felt creations you're sure to love and enjoy making #needlefelt #fox #frombritainwithlove #handmade #pattern

This fox pattern is available here You can also buy the kit which also includes all the wool you’ll need here

love this needle felt grey hare kit diy tutorial by Lincolnshire Fenn Crafts. Click through for kits, patterns, free tutorials and workshops to create all sorts of beautiful needle felt creations you're sure to love and enjoy making #needlefelt #hare #frombritainwithlove #handmade #pattern

And this wonderful grey hare pattern, kit and tutorial videos is available to buy here. If you just want the hare pattern, you can buy an instant download and printable pattern here

There are some really helpful video tutorials here which talk you through the basics of getting head shape, legs and ears just right.

This blog post: Easy Steps to Make Needle Felted Animal Eyes is a wonderful tutorial explaining how to make oval animal eyes. They would be perfect for the knitted bunnies earlier in this feature too.

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And, as it’s Autumn, I thought I’d also share this wonderful blog post tutorial that takes you through all the steps you need to make Needle Felted Halloween Pumpkins


There’s more help in this wonderful free video tutorial too

Free pattern download #15

Sparkly Ballet Slippers Free Vintage Crochet Pattern

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When I found this vintage crochet pattern in my local charity shop I suspect I squeaked a little with excitement. Trust me, I had to leaf through a whole load of humdrum designs from the 70s and 80s first.  These are just fab though, aren’t they? I love how kitsch they are and that you can get as creative as you like with choice of ribbons, sequins, jewels, beads…. I did a bit of research and it turns out there is no copyright on the pattern, so I’ve created a PDF of it to share with you. I’d be tempted to channel Judy Garland from The Wizard of Oz and make them in scarlet with lots of red sparkly jewels and pretty velvet ribbon ties. They’d be a lovely handmade Christmas gift don’t you think? I’d love to see what you create! I’d make them for myself only I have learned the hard way that I need a slipper with a solid base. On account of the amount of heavy duty gardening I find myself doing early doors, still in my dressing gown and slippers.Not sure how practical these would be for working a spade or garden fork…

Download your pattern here.

vintage slipper crochet pattern

Knitting Patterns to buy – and love – this Autumn

Nordic inspired knitting patterns from Laine magazine

Laine magazine is always a source of inspiration and their latest issue (9) is no exception.  You can buy a copy here on Etsy A nordic knit and lifestyle magazine, I love the ethos – cherishing natural fibres, slow living, local craftsmanship and the simply beautiful things in life. I’ll be speaking to the editor, Jonna Hietala, over on the blog soon, so watch this space…

To give you a taster in the meantime, my own personal favourite knitting patterns from the latest issue are these beauties:

love this knitting pattern Joy cardigan from the latest issue of Laine magazine - nordic scandi knits and knitting patterns to love making and enjoy wearing. Click through for all the details you need as well as to discover plenty of beautiful free knitting patterns perfect for autumn too #knitting #pattterns #free #knittingideas #autumn #frombritainwithlove

This is the Joy cardigan and I love the pretty detailing don’t you?

love these mittens knitting pattern from the latest issue of Laine magazine - nordic scandi knits and knitting patterns to love making and enjoy wearing. Click through for all the details you need as well as to discover plenty of beautiful free knitting patterns perfect for autumn too #knitting #pattterns #free #knittingideas #autumn #frombritainwithlove #mittens

These cosy Florea mittens also have lovely detailing.

love this woodbine pullover knitting pattern from the latest issue of Laine magazine - nordic scandi knits and knitting patterns to love making and enjoy wearing. Click through for all the details you need as well as to discover plenty of beautiful free knitting patterns perfect for autumn too #knitting #pattterns #free #knittingideas #autumn #frombritainwithlovelove this woodbine pullover knitting pattern from the latest issue of Laine magazine - nordic scandi knits and knitting patterns to love making and enjoy wearing. Click through for all the details you need as well as to discover plenty of beautiful free knitting patterns perfect for autumn too #knitting #pattterns #free #knittingideas #autumn #frombritainwithlove

And how pretty is this Woodbine pullover? I love the contrasting lacy pattern and soft and simple stocking stitch. Just lovely!

Scandi sweaters to knit by Petite Knit

If, like me, you love simple, textural knits, I suspect you’ll share my enthusiasm for Petite Knit knitting patterns. Based in Denmark, the woman behind the brand is Mette and there’s a whole section of knitting patterns in English.

My favourites are this Sunday Sweater which is knitted from the top down and the yoke shaped with ribbing. The sleeves are what make it for me – they are intentionally long and widen before the cuff. Just lovely and so cosy.

love this sunday sweater knitting pattern by petite knits. click through to find out where to get the pattern as well as to discover lots of other free knitting pattern ideas for autumn #knittingpattern #knitting #pattern #petiteknit #frombritainwithlove #autumn love this sunday sweater knitting pattern by petite knits. click through to find out where to get the pattern as well as to discover lots of other free knitting pattern ideas for autumn #knittingpattern #knitting #pattern #petiteknit #frombritainwithlove #autumnlove this ribbed yoke sunday sweater knitting pattern by petite knits. click through to find out where to get the pattern as well as to discover lots of other free knitting pattern ideas for autumn #knittingpattern #knitting #pattern #petiteknit #frombritainwithlove #autumn

I also really like this Cumulus Blouse, Scotty Sweater and Sequence sweater too.

love this cumulus blouse v neck sweater knitting pattern by petite knits. click through to find out where to get the pattern as well as to discover lots of other free knitting pattern ideas for autumn #knittingpattern #knitting #pattern #petiteknit #frombritainwithlove #autumn love this checked Scotty sweater knitting pattern by petite knits. click through to find out where to get the pattern as well as to discover lots of other free knitting pattern ideas for autumn #knittingpattern #knitting #pattern #petiteknit #frombritainwithlove #autumn love this broad stripe Sequence sweater knitting pattern by petite knits. click through to find out where to get the pattern as well as to discover lots of other free knitting pattern ideas for autumn #knittingpattern #knitting #pattern #petiteknit #frombritainwithlove #autumn

They’re not free, but they are great value in my book at less than £5. You can also buy buttons and cute labels to sew in if you’re knitting something as a gift.

This Anker’s Dress pattern for girls is totally lovely too, don’t you think?

love this child's wool dress for little girls knitting pattern by petite knits. click through to find out where to get the pattern as well as to discover lots of other free knitting pattern ideas for autumn #knittingpattern #knitting #pattern #petiteknit #frombritainwithlove #autumn

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6 Comments

  • Reply patricia wilson December 10, 2019 at 5:34 am

    hello, I am hoping you will donate a free pattern for little knitted bunny rabbits – I knit for aged ladies at a Care Home and I did try to email you earlier, but not sure if it went through to you. the ladies really love to sit their knitted toys on their beds or chairs. thank you Patricia

  • Reply Valentina Tasselli September 18, 2020 at 10:31 pm

    Veramente belli da vedere e da fare.

  • Reply Jennifer Boyman November 20, 2020 at 4:26 am

    I would love to get the pattern for the beautiful Sunday sweater or cardigan. If anyone out there will be willing to share it with me, I will be hugely grateful. I am wanting it to adapt to a shawl for an aging friend but can’t afford the cost of buying the pattern.
    Thank you from Cape Town, South Africa

    • Reply Marietjie Roos February 1, 2023 at 11:08 am

      Hi Jennifer, I noticed that you were also looking for the beautiful Sunday sweater or cardigan pattern. I am also looking for this patter. Did somebody ever reply to your comment here? Perhaps there is a free download page, because all the links I found were ones that you had to buy the pattern.

  • Reply Tamsin Clayton December 16, 2020 at 8:53 pm

    Hi, I’ve downloaded the gorgeous red squirrel pattern and started to knit it, however when I’ve got to shaping the rump on page 8 the pattern starts from short row 2 and not 1 which means I’m on the wrong side for a pearl row. Should it have a short row 1?
    Please help I’m super excited to see the finished product!

    • Reply Laura Dunkley December 17, 2020 at 9:51 am

      Hi Tamsin can I suggest you ask Claire herself directly as she’s always happy to help with any queries. Her email address is claire@dotpebblesknits.com
      Hope that helps and happy knitting!

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