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Easy Knitting Patterns for New Knitters / Beginners
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items New (or new-ish) to knitting & don't fancy a boring scarf pattern then I got you! These are some of my absolute favourite patterns that I still knit today, 25 years after I started knitting. Great to help you slowly expand your skills without ove...
A really simple, but not boring, pattern for new knitters that knits up quick and gives you a great fitting sweater. I have made several of these in numerous sizes and they make fabulous baby gifts!
Flax worsted sweater pattern
This is the only sock pattern you need! It's a stage by stage breakdown of how to knit simple socks and thousands of people have learnt how to knit socks this way. The tutorials are excellent and the designer has a Facebook group you can join and ask...
Basic 4ply Socks pattern and tutorial - easy beginner sock knitting!
The perfect hat pattern for new knitters or any knitter really, it's fab! Gives you options for different sizes so these hats make great gifts and knit up fast, giving newer knitters (and impatient ones like me!) almost instant gratification.
Basic Beginner Hats for the Family pattern by Vanessa Ewing
I have lost count of how many of these I've knitted. Why? Because they are fun to knit and the stitch pattern ensures a really good and flattering fit. The stitch pattern is simple enough to knit while watching TV, but not so simple that you get bore...
Graphite pattern by Sarah Cooke
A super staple baby blanket which looks anything but basic! A really great pattern to help with learning the knit and purl stitches but still gives a beautifully giftable blanket. Choose any colour combinations you fancy to really express your creati...
Fuss Free Baby Blanket pattern by Louise Tilbrook
Want a way to express your personality but without worrying about fancy patterns? This is for you! Use complementing or contrasting colours, use variegated yarn with plain yarn, create a fade, the choice is yours. Another great giftable project for p...
Vertical Hold Wrap pattern by Lisa Clarke
A nice easy way to keep hands warm. Knit them for yourself or as a gift. A really nice pattern to follow with clear instructions. Treat yourself to some fancy yarn and away you go!
Vanilla Fingerless Mitts pattern by Claudia Donnelly Designs
Hands down one of the best layering patterns I have ever found! Amazing pattern instructions with lots of customisation instructions too. Really size inclusive too! I have 4 of these and wear them all year round. Well worth a purchase. (Affiliate Lin...
Planetary Pullover (knitting Pattern Download) - Etsy UK
The master of knitting patterns, Stephen West, has this super quick chunky knit cowl pattern for free! His clear instructions make this a breeze for a beginner. Check out his other patterns when you have a bit more experience as his designs are alway...
Modish Cowl
A nice cosy shawl that introduces the new knitter to increases and decreases in a way that feels simple and effortless. It's a great way to try out different colour combinations. A very relaxing and satisfying knit. (Affiliate Link)
Zane Shawl PDF Knitting Pattern Download - Etsy UK
This cowl is so warm and a great way to learn a new skill - grafting stitches together! No problems getting hang of and there are tons of YouTube tutorials if you get stuck. This pattern is a fab way to use up mini skeins. Awesomeness!
Litmus Cowl pattern by Amy Florence Edwards Green
My favourite hat pattern ever. The instructions are very clear and come with customisation options. Ysolda has loads of info on how to knit the hat on her YouTube channel so support is always available. New knitters will learn a new technique that ha...
Musselburgh Hat by Ysolda
Love this pattern! Great instructions and a beautiful result. You can use whatever colours you like and make it truly your own. Newer knitters can gentle learn how a simple way of edging a shawl that gives it a professional finish. Another really cos...
Rock Candy Mountain knitting Pattern Download
Fancy learning how to make a simple row of eyelets? Then this one-page pattern has what you need. Knitted in garter stitch so it's nice and medatitive, but then the extra touch of a row of eyelets gives the new knitter an easy introduction into lace ...
Alpaca Scarf Pattern
Ready for something a teeny bit more challenging? Then the socks are just the ticket. Standard socks for the most part but…a small section of colourwork will allow the newer knitter to experiment with knitting stranded colourwork. Just do the colourw...
On the fence pattern by Anna Lange
Something a little unusual here but it's fun and oh so addictive! A simple pattern that's easy to memorise and it grows quickly. Play around with different colours to give you a unique piece of jewelry. Such an affordable pattern too! (Affiliate Link...
Pirra Necklace PDF Knitting Pattern Download - Etsy UK
Ready for a sock with a bit of delicate patterning? You can't go wrong with Liz Corke's stunning sock patterns and this is one of my favourites. It give a bit of extra interest to your knitting but still allows you to show off the beauty of hand dyed...
Treabh - Liz Corke Knits
A fab blanket which looks complicated but is so easy to make! You can really go wild with colour choices and use up lots of scraps to create a blanket that makes a great gift, especially for baby showers.
How To Knit a Diagonal Rectangle Free PDF - Smiling Colors