75+ Free Baby Knitting Patterns
Check out these free knitting patterns for babies and create treasured items for the little ones in your life.
Knitting for babies is a favorite activity among knitting enthusiasts, and for a great reason. From hats and booties to baby blankets and sweaters, everything is smaller and quicker to complete... and you can take advantage of all these wonderful knitting designs by browsing these free baby knitting patterns!
It certainly doesn't hurt that baby knitting patterns are so darn cute, so you're sure to not get bored while you knit. If you're knitting for a newborn, you can make a cute hat using the Tiny Angel Hat pattern, or you can knit them a Maile Sweater. There's something for every occasion in this collection. Once you see all these pint-sized knitting designs, the hardest part will be deciding which ones to make. If you have a little one in your life, these patterns cannot be beaten. Each free newborn knitting pattern is so sweet and will make your wee one feel nice and cozy.
Whether you're interested in making a pair of baby booties, free knitting patterns for baby sets, knit hat, knit sweater, snuggly baby blanket, or anything in between, we've got you covered. The possibilities are endless when it comes to these can't-miss knit baby patterns.
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Precious Knit Baby Booties Patterns
If you've ever wondered what to knit for a baby that absolutely any and all mothers would love, it's baby booties. Keep baby's feet warm and snuggly with these precious knit baby booties patterns. From simple and traditional to fun and embellished, there's a wonderful free knitting pattern for babies for everyone's taste and skill level!
These baby knitting patterns will help you keep your little one's toes cozy and happy. Plus, knitted baby booties make great baby shower gifts.
Have you caught baby fever? There's no need to worry. We have more darling baby knitting patterns just for you. Check outBundle Up Baby: 53 Winter Baby Knits
Free Baby Knitting Patterns for Hats
It's not that hard to keep baby's head and ears warm with these absolutely adorable baby knitting patterns. These comfy caps are protective, stylish, and easy to make!
Because these knit baby hat patterns are so small, you can churn them out quickly and have a ton of options for your baby. Or, work up these baby hat knitting patterns as thoughtful gifts for friends and family!
There are so many adorable free newborn knitting patterns to choose from. The hardest part will be deciding which free knitting pattern to work up first.
Sophisticated Knit Baby Sweater Patterns
Why keep buying baby sweaters? We've got everything from the formal Top Down Vintage Baby Cardigans to the more casual Simple Baby Hoodie.
Whatever free knitting pattern for babies you choose, your little one is sure to be heading out in style with these knit baby sweaters. You might even find yourself jealous of how great they look! Knit baby sweaters are a great way to keep the little one warm while still making sure she looks absolutely adorable
For these precious baby knits and a ton more, take a look at our301 Too Cute to Handle Baby Knitting Patterns
Check out this sweet Linnaea Bow Headband pattern too!
Note: This project is from I Like Knitting digital magazine. Non-members can access 3 free patterns every month. Subscribe to the I Like Knitting Gold Club for unlimited access to their entire pattern archive, featuring hundreds of exclusive patterns.
Free Baby Knitting Patterns Sets
What could be better than an adorable matching set for your bundle of joy? These baby knitting patterns range from the traditional Eyelet Rib Set to the fun Just Ducky Hat and Socks pattern.
The cutest part about baby sets is that you get a few baby knitting patterns of the same theme without having to do any digging. You'll adore the sets listed here and these free knitting patterns for babies will truly stand the test of time.
Cute & Cuddly Knit Baby Blanket Patterns
Make something warm and snuggly for baby to cuddle up with by taking on one of these cute little baby blanket knitting patterns. Knitted baby blankets are the gifts baby will never outgrow, and will both look good in the nursery and keep him warm, toasty, and feeling protected at night.
These blankets are what to knit for a baby if you want them to keep it forever and become a family heirloom passed down from generation to generation. Free newborn knitting patterns are truly a special way to express your love for the newest addition to your world.
Calling all knitting know-it-alls!
The Rainbow Sorbet Puzzle Ball will keep your mind occupied all day.
Note: This project is from I Like Knitting digital magazine. Non-members can access 3 free patterns every month. Subscribe to the I Like Knitting Gold Club for unlimited access to their entire pattern archive, featuring hundreds of exclusive patterns.
Check out this free eBook to find even more adorable baby knitting patterns -Red Heart Patterns for Baby
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themaltteaser 6262 388
Jan 20, 2019
love the patterns but would like to know if anyone has the pattern for the jacket and hat shown on the 75 baby knitting patterns please as I have the dress pattern that matches it and I will be posting shortly
Hippie Chick
Sep 24, 2018
One of the best collections of free knitting patterns for babies that I have found lately. It covers almost every type of project and covers all occasions and ranges from beginners to more advanced patterns. Be sure to bookmark this to refer back to in the future. I am sure that I will use several of the patterns included with this.
Jan TT
Feb 26, 2018
On the question about the choice of item to knit, I would say it would be what we called "tank tops". These are varied and quick and simple to knit. When worn over another pullover, they afford just that little extra warmth.
Rolymoi 7358024
Nov 24, 2017
Tht two teensy baby sets pattern look beautiful - I only hope I can do it justice. Thank you.
Gobomel
Oct 22, 2017
Where is the pattern for the yellow and green baby booties that are featured in the video by Heidi? I have checked all the patterns listed but have not found that specific one. Can someone post a link? Thanks
KathrynAllison
Oct 23, 2017
Hi Gobomel, the pattern for the booties featured in the video can be found here: https://www.allfreeknitting.com/Baby-Booties/Irresistible-Knit-Baby-Booties. Hope this helps! -Editors of AllFreeKnitting
Lizzytish Designs
May 01, 2017
My new go to baby shower project is the baby sack (cocoon). They are so fun to do and keep a baby so swaddled. I do enjoy making all sorts of baby items.
2donnas gmailcom
May 01, 2017
Thanks so much or all of your beautiful patterns and helpful hints! I love your site!
Roosterlady622
May 01, 2017
The patterns are easy to follow. Thanks for making them free for people to enjoy.
amberkraft 1207031
Apr 30, 2017
I took up knitting after I lost my sight and I always love trying new patterns.
Elaineguy 2892579
Apr 30, 2017
Unfortunately I'm from Canada, Qubec...so I cannot enter this contest...this makes me sad...So I ask myself why? Do you have any answer for me...Thanks!
mccandlessquilts
Apr 30, 2017
I am a barely knitter, I stink at knitting. But I do crochet, design my own patterns, 98% for charity. I believe that every crocheter can look at knit patterns and use them for inspiration to do a personalized version of the knit pattern. It may not be the same, but is all yours to learn from, appreciate, and even laugh about. I do alot of that! Now if I could just remember to write out the patterns as I go.
kimlennie 9336847
Apr 29, 2017
Sadly I don't know how to knit but these projects look so lovely. I do crochet and my favorite is to make little jackets, and blankets. I have been known to go a little crazy in making baby things as it is one of my favorite items to crochet.
BarbPratt411
Apr 29, 2017
The patterns are beautiful, and so easy to follow. Thank you for sharing them.
lindadyson 2733249
Apr 29, 2017
The patterns are very easy to follow no matter what your ability is and when you complete the pattern they look wonderful
len10pin
Apr 29, 2017
I love knitting blankets. I know the basic stitch to knit, so I make blankets. The booties in the video are so cute, I'm going to keep watching it until I can make them.
harperjo 4321517
Apr 29, 2017
I am a knit-nut. I will knit most anything as long as I am knitting. I don't knit for myself as I am hot all the time so all my knitting goes to others. I cannot cook so my contributions to parties are dishcloths.
kitt1960 4066980
Apr 28, 2017
I love knitting baby booties, headbands, afghans for new mothers. One new Mom sent me a thank you note saying homemade gifts give the most love.
fanir883 6726143
Apr 28, 2017
I love knitting baby hats and booties because they treat me to create beautiful things for little angels!!!
suefni 0756819
Apr 28, 2017
always so many patterns to choose. I have lots of yarn leftovers to knit wee hats for the hospital nurseries.
suzannie 1600030
Apr 28, 2017
I love making those cute little hats for Preemies at the hospital.
Melbelle0418 71530 64
Apr 28, 2017
I'm always the hunt for great patterns to knit for my daughter. This list is great
Courtneyshuey00 37 03955
Apr 27, 2017
Currently in the middle of knitting a baby blanket for my 2 month old. I hope he hangs on to it like I did with the blanket my mom made me.
wfmom06 9273304
Apr 27, 2017
Baby blankets are always welcome gifts as well as relaxing, stress-relieving projects.
debbiewright56 525 9662
Apr 27, 2017
i love knitting baby clothes for bubs who have nothing special to wear. Thanks for the inspiration and encouragement
yvettebelham 85361 11
Apr 27, 2017
From cardigans , booties , shawls and hats ! you can't get better better patterns than the ones that you provide I love them all and can't decide the best that I enjoy to knit I need more time so I can sit and knit and knit
londonlily
Apr 27, 2017
There will always be babies, so keep these lovely patterns coming for those beautiful little ones.
Color Me Bright
Apr 27, 2017
I have been looking for some hats and booties to give to my local hospital for the newborns. It would be nice not to have to go to the pattern to see what it looks like. I want to quickly find the pattern so I can get to knitting.
Teri Lowe
Apr 27, 2017
I love your patterns! My only comment is have less patterns and more pictures of the pattern results. I get overwhelmed and impatient when I have to log ibnto each pattern to see what it looks like. Thanks and continue with the great patterns!
lynnvan 7870958
Apr 27, 2017
I love knitting baby blankets. I have a couple of "go to" patterns but am always open to trying something new! And when there is enough yarn left over it's fun to knit matching bonnet and booties!
uutz
Apr 27, 2017
Interesting and simple structure. Instruction video was very clear. I wonder about converting the top of the boot back and rectangle to include a ribbing top.
whitelawcs 4073537
Apr 27, 2017
I like to knit baby afghans because the child can use it forever and not really grow out of it. I have also made a few christening dresses, but for all that work they are not used much.
KarenWood1 6670843
Apr 27, 2017
I love to knit baby clothes as presents for my friends and family. Also do charity knitting
typsygypsy
Apr 27, 2017
i like to knit full sets I think everything matching is so classy, sassy classy babies
musibows 5377552
Apr 26, 2017
Love all your choices. Especially the large size ones. They are always difficult to find.
jjolley3 3954012
Apr 26, 2017
Love how I many choices to choose from. Love knitting baby jackets, beanies and booties. Knitting baby jacket/cardigan for grandson currently. Thanks for so many lovely patterns.
debi29 5869106
Apr 26, 2017
I absolutely love knitting baby clothes especially in 4 ply as the fine lacework looks wonderful. Keep up the brilliant work! I've attached some of my work ....
nallis 3343357
Apr 26, 2017
Baby sweaters - especially for little girls, with ruffles and bows. So cute!!
leiknyst 8415553
Apr 26, 2017
so many nice patterns for baby. Can't wait to try some of them. thank you
Liamsawesomeoma 81 51584
Apr 26, 2017
Can't wait to make some things for our grand baby due in November.
suefni 0756819
Apr 26, 2017
Thanks to you guys I now have more patterns than I will ever be able to knit in my lifetime. So many choices - thankyou.
reesie57 2245104
Apr 26, 2017
I love things for babies, I am trying to learn to knit. I know how to crochet. I need to learn the basics then I will be ready. Thanks for all the patterns.
lornalittle 992075 6
Apr 26, 2017
I've been an avid knitter since I was 7 years old. I truly enjoy being able to get the beautiful patterns your site offers. Thank you for your site and all the free patterns.
ejgetty 9458210
Apr 25, 2017
I love knitting baby blankets because I like to make a unique pattern for each baby so that they have a special blankie.
jshel58 9885720
Apr 25, 2017
I like making baby blankets, because you never really out grow the baby blanket. I made one for my daughter. She is 12 now and still wraps herself up in it.
caffeine72 0195371
Apr 25, 2017
I like knitting for littles because they won't outgrow them in a month!
Knittingdancer on Ravelry
Apr 25, 2017
I like to knit baby blankets because you don't have to worry about it fitting the baby.
bubblebum1982 6510 399
Apr 25, 2017
Ive only been knitting a year, although I'm no master I am really enjoying the therapeutic side to it - my best friend being pregnant is a perfect excuse to get the needles out )
Member 16265
Apr 25, 2017
I love knitting baby afghans/blankets as they last many years as babies outgrow sweaters a lot sooner. I knitted a baby sampler stitch afghan 39 years ago and now it's been passed down Oct. 30, 2015. Working on one of your patterns now.
dkisamore 6587996
Apr 25, 2017
premie outfits, premie hats and booties because the little ones don't hold body temp well and need something warm and cuddly
sabialigator 19194 85
Apr 25, 2017
Baby blankets for sure!!! The one from my son is still in excellent shape (he was born in 93 and has his blanket where he lives)
max923 2388207
Apr 24, 2017
I enjoy knitting baby blankets to bring baby home with or christening.
ridiculosity 67303 43
Apr 24, 2017
I have two favorites-adorable hats because they work up fast, and blankets because I don't have to worry about them fitting if they take me longer to make! And they are both fun.
kcrapse 2779769
Apr 24, 2017
I like to make booties - knit or crochet and multi-colored blankets.
caabbott61 1363146
Apr 24, 2017
I have a baby Shower for a colleague coming up and need a good gift idea, was thinking about booties and a sweater but I don't think I'm gonna have time to finish both.. Suggestions?
debrowley1 4303421
Apr 24, 2017
I like to knit booties because there are so many styles and they work up fast.
pitamom3or4 631997 5
Apr 24, 2017
I make things for charity almost exclusively, and your patterns are great!
budnot 9345735
Apr 24, 2017
I love the blankets but I would like to try a hat. That piggy hat is cute!
hripal57 3124531
Apr 24, 2017
I have always followed your patterns for my hats charity. Strange that India has not been included
lindacardin4583 18 13925
Apr 24, 2017
Too bad just saw that Qubec is excluded as usual due to our stupid laws.
skgberry 9876766
Apr 24, 2017
I would love to make some baby creations. I am a beginning knitter though and it looks daunting.
wfmom06 9273304
Apr 24, 2017
New babies on the way in our family - would love some fresh ideas for gifts!
sweeney 1304445
Apr 24, 2017
I love to knit any type of clothing for a baby, sweaters, booties, hats, you name it. Just found out I will be a grandma in November, so cozy little baby things will be in order!
aketch
Apr 24, 2017
I love to knit baby blankets. They are beautiful, functional and a good way to use up all the yarn around my house. Many patterns are also fairly easy and uncomplicated.
Patricia D
Apr 24, 2017
My favourite items to knit is a blanket for the new baby plus a blanket for mom and dad for those late night feedings.....it can be very chilly at night in the fall and winter months Thank you All Free Knitting for all the wonderful patterns
bobbrenda 4928958
Apr 24, 2017
My favorite thing to knit is hat and mitt sets! I knit and donate them for the preemies at our local hospitals.
bkick1
Apr 23, 2017
I really like to knit baby booties. They knit up fast and make cute gifts.
slborges 2707136
Mar 01, 2017
I just bookmarked this page! There are so many great patterns I don't even know where to start! I have so much yarn (I take advantage of sales whenever I can) but I cant seem to keep up with the amount of yarn I have. I have a few baby showers coming up, and I cant wait to try some of these patterns and use the finished product as gifts!
craftedbyfox
Feb 28, 2017
Thanks for such a great resource, having had a bit of a baby boom in the family recently I have been on the hunt for patterns that I can make which will use up my huge stash of yarn. I have lost count of how many patterns I have saved and really don't know how I am going to choose which one to start with.
ChaCha Rizzo
Jan 24, 2017
I can always count on allfreeknitting to have the best collection of knitting patterns for baby. Whenever I need a quick pattern for a baby shower, this is the place I head to first! This collection is just wonderful.
jemhardine 0146925
Dec 25, 2016
Cannot get to the pattern for the green stripey dress and turban
KathrynAllison
Dec 27, 2016
Hello jemhardine 0146925, unfortunately, that pattern is no longer available. We will update the page accordingly. Sorry for the inconvenience! -Editors of AllFreeKnitting
samie13 9730836
Sep 22, 2016
Where is the green striped dress and hat that is at the top of the page?? I can't find it anywhere. There are no dresses listed! Help!
KathrynAllison
Sep 23, 2016
Hello samie13 9730836! If you click the image, you will be directed to the pattern for the green dress and turban. Hope this helps! -Editors of AllFreeKnitting
fjustus 9683495
Jul 19, 2016
Not a good site. I clicked over for a toddler mitten pattern and can't even find it.
KathrynAllison
Jul 20, 2016
Hello fjustus 9683495! We're sorry for the inconvenience. Do you know the name of the mitten pattern you were trying to locate? We would love to help you find it on our site! -Editors of AllFreeKnitting
katycaboose 872750 3
Dec 01, 2015
I very much would like the pattern with the bright mid-green color dress with hote accent with hat pictured ...a sun dress, no sleeves. It is what I had been looking for and spent considerable time with some else's roughly put together pattern. My work is a mess! No way to put a rating! 5-star Oops, found it, barely visible.
sarahmaybrann 0357 373
Jul 18, 2015
in the seed stitch video, what size yarn and needle are you using?
cyndilv 7596
Sep 14, 2014
Could we add a couple sweet lace baby bonnets to the mix? Would love to make my Grand daughter that is on the way a couple like all my girls wore. Thanks, Cynthia
Editor AH
Apr 09, 2014
I love these tiny, cute patterns! I can't pick which one I want to knit first!
Roniyazendegi 7488 284
Dec 09, 2013
Hi, dear Joannie Lovely pattern, I like them, but I,m from Iran. I know English a few. do you have any pattern as a picture? or as a symbol knitting? Thank you very mach.
truelylovehb 48265 45
Jan 30, 2013
These patterns looks great - I like the dummy clip that's soooo sweet - I may have to try this one now I know I am finally expecting a girl after two beautiful boys! x x
Julie5391
Nov 04, 2012
Hello. It is so nice - when like now the picture is there for me to see it. Wouldn't it be so nice if it was possible to have patterns with pictures? I DO KNOW - AND I DO VERY MUCH APPRICIATE IT - THAT YOU MUST BE A VERY BUSY - (LOTS OF STAFF) WORKING ON THIS. I think? they all come with pictures? or am i wrong all the way? Please, if you can? tell me all about this. KInd regards.
pgee12 5069166
Sep 17, 2012
Great but how do you get baby patterns up like a bonnet & sweater (easy ones to do)
LPknits
Jul 22, 2012
Hey, ya get what ya pay for? Some web patterns are very poorly written. If the item is unique, I copy the pattern to a document, and reformat to my idea of print and photo(s)large enough to see clearly, yet using as few pgs as possible (5 pgs to 2). And the name of the designer and the link are always included. Really, a work of art. Do I then produce the wonderful, amazing, most adorable item? Nooooooo..... BUT! I do have the pattern which I can use at aaaaaany time (1,000 jillian re-formatted patterns later...) it's what an in-denial-hoarder would refer to as "my pattern collection." All FREE patterns, mind you, but I've also purchased quite a few (haven't made them either). It could happen, it could happen...?!? Shoot, I'm only 62! cackle..cackle...witchy laughter...I LOVE YOU BETTY WHITE!
mutleeblue 6039053
Jul 15, 2012
well dont think much tryed to download the duck and booties with no joy
amatheny 7772794
Jun 18, 2012
For the Summer Baby Cardigan - this pattern is so incomplete and incorrect: needle sizes used in the pattern must be switched to mm instead of U.S. size??? The pattern says to cast on 71 stitches with US size 4 needle. Turns out, the author must mean size 6! I made the sweater, but it's MUCH smaller than the pattern says it will turn out. It's very difficult to follow the pattern. In fact I wound up rewriting it for myself and only through trial and error was I able to keep the bee stitch working. Does anyone on your staff review these patterns for accuracy and completness?
brenda
Mar 06, 2012
Love the patterns and have at this moment never had a problem with printing them. The only thing is i wish you would put the UK details in as well as the US as there are a lot of UK knitters log in to this website or recomended by other knitters/
GrannyGoode
Feb 02, 2012
Hello JennyBee, Thanks so much for your response dated Dec 3rd 2012. I didn't see it until this afternoon, but just had to drop by and say a great, big THANK YOU for your response. Regards, sandralea AKA GrannyGoode
GrannyGoode
Feb 02, 2012
For pamcheflinda, Hello! Sorry I didn't see your post from Jan. 3rd, 2012 until this afternoon. No, I was not able to find the Fair Isle Cardigan in infants' and toddlers' sizes. I'm not giving up the search, however. And I have made a note of your name and this website in my special little notebook, just in case I do find it. I will certainly let you know if the pattern can be found. We can't just give up now, can we???
JennyBee1
Dec 05, 2011
@ sandralea, I am so sorry, but we unfortunately had to remove this pattern from our site. The original pattern designer has either moved it from their site or took it down, and we were unable to update the link. We apologize for any inconvenience, --editors of AllFreeKnitting
GrannyGoode
Dec 04, 2011
I want very much to purchase the Infant Fair Isle Cardigan pictured on the November 24, 2011 Happy Thanksgiving issue, but am unable to access the link. When I click on the highlighted link "Fair Isle Cardigan" I receive advertisements for ready-made items via Nordstrom, etc., and when I highlight another associated link, I end up with an advertisement from Olay facial products. NOT WHAT I WANTED!!! I have searched high and low throughout the website to gain access to this lovely Fair Isle Cardigan pattern for 0-6 mos, 6-12 mos, and 12-18 mos sizes, without success. Can someone please advise me on how to proceed? I'm hoping the pattern is still available, as I have twenty-one grandchildren to knit for and would LOVE to work up this pattern for the little kidlets. Thank you kindly. Sandy Schell
pamcheflinda
Jan 03, 2012
Were you able to get the Fair Isle pattern you wanted? I have 8 grandchildren and the 9th will arrive in July. I would love a copy of it as well if you would be willing to share. Thank you!
louise 5114033
Oct 01, 2011
I've been searching for a bunting for a newborn that can be used with a car seat, especially one with legs. Anyone?
sillerreal 3237726
Feb 11, 2012
I designed a beautiful cable bunting. I left the bottom open and made eyelet openings (yo, 2T) and slipped a ribbon through them. Sack when in the stroller...open for the car seat!
taylorcnt 2280420
Sep 01, 2011
Is there a blanket pattern that goes with the elongated stitch baby hat?
JennyBee1
Aug 24, 2011
@angelmolloy 7772905, Here is a link to the baby bunting project featured on this page: http://www.allfreeknitting.com/Baby-Bunting/Baby-Bunting-Knitting-Pattern If that's not what you were looking for, here is a link to all of our baby bunting patterns on AllFreeKnitting: http://www.allfreeknitting.com/?task=search&search_term=baby+bunting --Editor of AllFreeKnitting
angelmolloy 777290 5
Aug 23, 2011
WHERE ARE THE FREE KNITTED PATTERNS FOR BUNTINGS THAT CAN BE USED IN THE CAR?
JennyBee1
Aug 22, 2011
@ERA1019 5732862, Here is a link to all of our children's scarves on AllFreeKnitting. Hope this helps! http://www.allfreeknitting.com/Childrens-Knit-Scarves --Editor of AllFreeKnitting
ERA1019 5732862
Aug 21, 2011
Love your articles, Need a pattern for a baby scarf A one year old girl, Thank you
kathyandrews 651
Aug 20, 2011
I just love the patterns that I have seen. I was very glad to see some for boys. They seem to be hard to find. I have a new grand son.
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