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Free Knitting & Crochet Patterns

50 beautiful patterns, each with a photo, full step-by-step instructions and the exact amount of yarn you'll need. Pick a project, then pop over to Mandy Bond for your wool.

50 patterns

Finished Cosy Garter Stitch Scarf — free knitting pattern

Cosy Garter Stitch Scarf

The perfect first scarf — worked entirely in garter stitch, so there is nothing to do but knit every row. Soft, squishy and warm.

3 x 100g ballsA few evenings

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Finished Snug Bobble Beanie — free knitting pattern

Snug Bobble Beanie

A warm ribbed beanie topped with a fluffy pom-pom. Knitted flat and seamed, so no need for circular needles.

1 x 100g ball1 weekend

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Finished Super Chunky Throw Blanket — free knitting pattern

Super Chunky Throw Blanket

A gorgeously thick garter-stitch throw that knits up fast on big needles. Instant cosiness for the sofa or end of the bed.

7 x 100g ballsA weekend

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Finished Granny Square Cushion Cover — free crochet pattern

Granny Square Cushion Cover

A classic granny square makes a cheerful cushion cover. A brilliant way to practise the most-loved crochet motif of all.

3 x 100g balls1 weekend

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Finished Crochet Mesh Market Bag — free crochet pattern

Crochet Mesh Market Bag

A stretchy, reusable mesh bag that holds a surprising amount of shopping. Worked in sturdy cotton for strength.

3 x 50g ballsA few evenings

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Finished Little Baby Booties — free knitting pattern

Little Baby Booties

Tiny, quick-to-knit booties that make a heartfelt handmade gift. Just one 50g ball makes a pair.

1 x 50g ballAn evening

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Finished Simple Ribbed Cowl — free knitting pattern

Simple Ribbed Cowl

A snuggly loop scarf in a stretchy 2x2 rib. Quick to knit and endlessly wearable all winter long.

2 x 100g ballsAn evening

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Finished Braided Cable Headband — free knitting pattern

Braided Cable Headband

A thick, warm headband featuring a bold six-stitch cable down the centre. A great first cable project.

1 x 100g ballAn evening

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Finished Cosy Fingerless Mitts — free knitting pattern

Cosy Fingerless Mitts

Keep your hands warm while your fingers stay free for texting, typing or crafting. Worked flat and seamed.

1 x 100g ballAn evening

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Finished Everyday DK Beanie — free knitting pattern

Everyday DK Beanie

A classic, no-fuss beanie in lightweight DK. Perfect for year-round wear and an excellent beginner hat project.

1 x 100g ballAn evening

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Finished Hot Water Bottle Cover — free knitting pattern

Hot Water Bottle Cover

A snuggly knitted cover for your hot water bottle — the ultimate winter comfort. Ribbed for a stretchy fit.

1 x 100g ballA weekend

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Finished Seed Stitch Cushion Cover — free knitting pattern

Seed Stitch Cushion Cover

A beautifully textured cushion cover in seed (moss) stitch. Simple stitches, stunning result.

4 x 100g balls1 weekend

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Finished Chunky Moss-Stitch Cowl — free knitting pattern

Chunky Moss-Stitch Cowl

A thick, squishy cowl in chunky yarn that knits up in a single evening. Moss stitch gives gorgeous texture.

2 x 100g ballsAn evening

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Finished Rainbow Striped Baby Blanket — free knitting pattern

Rainbow Striped Baby Blanket

A cheerful striped blanket for a little one. Garter stitch throughout — easy, colourful and machine washable.

5 x 100g balls (5 colours)1-2 weeks

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Finished Fair Isle Banded Hat — free knitting pattern

Fair Isle Banded Hat

A striking hat with a single band of simple Fair Isle colourwork. A great step up from plain knitting.

1 x 100g ball MC + 1 x 50g ball CCA weekend

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Finished Classic Cable Scarf — free knitting pattern

Classic Cable Scarf

A timeless scarf with a gorgeous rope cable running down the centre. Cables are easier than they look — give it a go!

2 x 100g balls1-2 weekends

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Finished Feather-and-Fan Lace Shawl — free knitting pattern

Feather-and-Fan Lace Shawl

A beautiful, lightweight shawl using the classic feather-and-fan stitch pattern. Elegant ripples with a simple four-row repeat.

3 x 100g balls1-2 weeks

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Finished Quick Pom-Pom Hat — free knitting pattern

Quick Pom-Pom Hat

A super-fast chunky beanie topped with a giant pom-pom. Knit one in an afternoon — perfect for gifts.

1 x 100g ballAn afternoon

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Finished Classic Tea Cosy — free knitting pattern

Classic Tea Cosy

Keep your brew warm for longer with this charming knitted tea cosy. A lovely gift for any tea lover.

2 x 100g ballsAn evening

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Finished Moss Stitch Scarf — free knitting pattern

Moss Stitch Scarf

A beautifully textured scarf in moss stitch (also called seed stitch). The reversible fabric looks great from both sides.

2 x 100g ballsA weekend

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Finished Simple Baby Cardigan — free knitting pattern

Simple Baby Cardigan

A sweet little cardigan for a baby. Top-down raglan construction means you can try it on as you go — no seaming!

2 x 100g balls1-2 weeks

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Finished Warm Knitted Mittens — free knitting pattern

Warm Knitted Mittens

Toasty warm mittens with a simple thumb gusset. Worked flat and seamed — no need for double-pointed needles.

1 x 100g ballA weekend

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Finished Cosy Dog Jumper — free knitting pattern

Cosy Dog Jumper

A simple, warm jumper for a small to medium dog. Knitted flat with a belly strap for a secure fit.

2 x 100g ballsA weekend

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Finished Quick Ribbed Wrist Warmers — free knitting pattern

Quick Ribbed Wrist Warmers

Super-quick wrist warmers in stretchy rib. Perfect for using up leftover yarn — one 50g ball makes a pair.

1 x 50g ballAn evening

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Finished Festive Christmas Stocking — free knitting pattern

Festive Christmas Stocking

A classic Christmas stocking with a Fair Isle cuff. Hang it by the fireplace and fill it with treats.

1 x 100g ball MC + 1 x 50g ball CC1-2 weekends

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Finished Cotton Dishcloth Trio — free knitting pattern

Cotton Dishcloth Trio

Three simple dishcloths in three different stitch patterns — garter, seed and basketweave. Great for practising new textures.

2 x 50g ballsA few evenings

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Finished Easy Chunky Poncho — free knitting pattern

Easy Chunky Poncho

Two rectangles, one seam, one stunning poncho. Chunky yarn makes this a quick and impressive project.

5 x 100g balls1-2 weekends

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Finished Top-Down Raglan Jumper — free knitting pattern

Top-Down Raglan Jumper

A classic raglan-sleeve jumper knitted from the top down. Try it on as you go and get the perfect fit.

6 x 100g balls2-3 weeks

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Finished Cosy Boot Cuffs — free knitting pattern

Cosy Boot Cuffs

Warm boot toppers that peek out above your wellies or ankle boots. Quick to knit and a lovely small gift.

1 x 100g ballAn evening

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Finished Crochet Ribbed Beanie — free crochet pattern

Crochet Ribbed Beanie

A stretchy crocheted beanie that mimics the look of knitted ribbing. Worked sideways for a clever ridged texture.

1 x 100g ballAn evening

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Finished V-Stitch Crochet Scarf — free crochet pattern

V-Stitch Crochet Scarf

A light, lacy scarf worked in the easy V-stitch. A lovely introduction to crochet stitch patterns beyond the basics.

2 x 100g ballsA few evenings

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Finished Crochet Shell Stitch Baby Blanket — free crochet pattern

Crochet Shell Stitch Baby Blanket

A pretty baby blanket with a delicate shell stitch pattern. Soft, light and perfect for a pram or moses basket.

4 x 100g balls1-2 weeks

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Finished Crochet Circle Coasters — free crochet pattern

Crochet Circle Coasters

A set of four cheerful coasters worked in rounds. A brilliant first crochet project and a lovely housewarming gift.

1 x 50g ball1-2 hours

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Finished Crochet Plant Hanger — free crochet pattern

Crochet Plant Hanger

A stylish macramé-style plant hanger worked in crochet chains and double crochet. Perfect for trailing houseplants.

2 x 50g ballsAn evening

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Finished Granny Stitch Triangle Shawl — free crochet pattern

Granny Stitch Triangle Shawl

A gorgeous triangle shawl using the granny stitch pattern. Start small at one point and grow it as big as you like.

4 x 100g balls1-2 weeks

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Finished Crochet Twist Headband — free crochet pattern

Crochet Twist Headband

A simple headband with a stylish twist at the front. Uses basic double crochet and takes less than an hour.

1 x 50g ball30-60 minutes

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Finished Chunky Storage Basket — free crochet pattern

Chunky Storage Basket

A sturdy, stylish basket for storing yarn, toys or odds and ends. Chunky yarn and a big hook make it a quick project.

2 x 100g ballsAn evening

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Finished Granny Square Patchwork Blanket — free crochet pattern

Granny Square Patchwork Blanket

Join dozens of colourful granny squares into a stunning patchwork blanket. A brilliant stash-buster and a real heirloom piece.

8-10 x 100g balls3-4 weeks

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Finished Amigurumi Teddy Bear — free crochet pattern

Amigurumi Teddy Bear

A huggable little teddy bear made in DK cotton. A wonderful handmade gift for a child (or a grown-up who loves cute things).

1 x 50g ball MC + scraps for faceA weekend

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Finished Crochet Sunflower — free crochet pattern

Crochet Sunflower

A cheerful crocheted sunflower that brightens any room. Make several for a bouquet that never wilts.

1 x 50g ball yellow + 1 x 50g ball brown + green for stem1-2 hours per flower

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Finished Crochet Fingerless Gloves — free crochet pattern

Crochet Fingerless Gloves

Warm crocheted fingerless gloves that work up quickly. A simple tube with a thumb hole — no shaping needed.

1 x 100g ballAn evening

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Finished Crochet Toy Bunny — free crochet pattern

Crochet Toy Bunny

A sweet, floppy-eared toy bunny in soft DK. A perfect companion for a little one — or a cute shelf ornament.

1 x 100g ballA weekend

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Finished Crochet Mandala Table Mat — free crochet pattern

Crochet Mandala Table Mat

A beautiful circular mandala that works as a table centre or large placemat. Mesmerising to make and gorgeous to display.

3 x 50g balls in different coloursA weekend

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Finished Chunky Crochet Cowl — free crochet pattern

Chunky Crochet Cowl

A thick, warm cowl in chunky yarn that works up in under an hour. Double crochet throughout — as easy as it gets.

1 x 100g ball30-60 minutes

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Finished Granny Hexagon Cardigan — free crochet pattern

Granny Hexagon Cardigan

A boho-style cardigan made from two large granny hexagons. Surprisingly simple construction — no complicated shaping.

6 x 100g balls2-3 weeks

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Finished Textured Crochet Dishcloth — free crochet pattern

Textured Crochet Dishcloth

A quick, practical dishcloth with a lovely bobble texture. An eco-friendly alternative to disposable sponges.

1 x 50g ball30-60 minutes

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Finished Newborn Baby Hat — free knitting pattern

Newborn Baby Hat

A tiny hat for a brand-new baby. Quick to knit and endlessly adorable — make several in different colours.

1 x 50g ballAn evening

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Finished Knitted Tablet Sleeve — free knitting pattern

Knitted Tablet Sleeve

Protect your tablet or e-reader with a soft, padded knitted sleeve. A quick, practical project.

1 x 100g ballAn evening

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Finished Chevron Ripple Blanket — free crochet pattern

Chevron Ripple Blanket

A dramatic zigzag blanket in multiple colours. The chevron pattern is surprisingly simple — just increases and decreases in a rhythm.

7-8 x 100g balls (4-6 colours)2-3 weeks

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Finished Crochet Slouchy Hat — free crochet pattern

Crochet Slouchy Hat

A relaxed, slouchy hat worked from the top down. The half treble stitch creates a beautifully dense, warm fabric.

1 x 100g ballAn evening

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