Knitting For the Home

Free Knitting Patterns for the Home

The soft feel, and variated textures of yarn come together to form the perfect fiber accents for the home.  In this page, you’ll find fun projects that you can easily knit to give a bit of color, texture, and softness to the different areas in your home.

Why add knitted projects to your house?

Simplicity – sometimes the garter stitch can be fabulous all on it’s own.  Whether its in a coaster or a pillow, the soft repetition featured in this stitch can add a bit of elegance to different spots in your home.

Softness – offer your guests softness they can touch with washable, knitted projects for your home.  From pillows, to washcloths, and beyond there are a number of great patterns that you can take advantage of.

Functionality – hold off on buying those fancy pillows that no one can actually sit on. Instead, try whipping up something that people will want to touch, feel and use.

Knitting Patterns for the Home

Braided Pillowcase:

Chunky knit pillowcases are fun and functional. Whether you make these for yourself or as a gift, they’re a fast projects that looks amazing. With this easy to follow pattern, you’ll be churning out pillowcase after pillowcase.

Chunky Pillowcase Pattern:

Simple yet stunning pillows for your sofa…or just about anywhere else in your home. Chunky yarn with chunky cables just makes for a beautiful bit of texture and detail. These knit up quickly and make great housewarming gifts. Or you can knit some for your own home on a chilly day. These are one long piece that are then seamed together. Get the free pattern here for these chunky knit pillowcases here.

Christmas Knitting Patterns for the Home

Such an exciting time of the year! This is especially true for knitters who thrive on evenings spent knitting in front of the fire or cozied up on the couch. The following patterns are easy but fun patterns that add a bit of fiber to your festivities.

Braided Wine Bottle Sweater

This pattern is a quick and really fun project to make – and it’s the perfect hostess gift to give this holiday season. I always have a bunch of Caron Simply Soft yarn in my stash in various colors. Their tweed looks amazing on these little wine bottle sweaters. Whether you are looking for a great stash buster project, or need the perfect pairing for that bottle of wine you’re gifting, these are so much fun to make. Get the free pattern here.

Bjorn’s Wine Bottle Sweater

Delicate cables combine to create the perfect sophisticated texture in this wine bottle sweater pattern. Inspired by the hat of the same name, this sweater is both easy and fun to knit. You can quickly whip one up a few days before your next get together and pair with with a great bottle of wine to make the perfect pairing. You can learn more about this pattern here.

Snowy White Christmas Tree Skirt

This is my favorite tree skirt. It uses silky soft yarn, looks great in almost any color, and is a fun project to knit up. Get the pattern here.

Vintage Velvet Christmas Tree Skirt

My first Christmas Tree skirt, this one is often a favorite! The velvety yarn provides depth and lays beautifully. You can learn more about the pattern here.

Christmas Tree Pillow Pattern

Grab your favorite chunky yarn and knit this fun and functional holiday shaped pillow! Of all the pillows I have knit or sewn, this has quickly become my favorite. I use it as a Christmas decoration but you could honestly use it year round. It’s just that sweet and cozy. You can easily adjust this pattern to be larger if you so desire. Learn more about the pattern and how you can make this in a day here.

Other Knitting Patterns for the Home:

Linen Stitch Dish Towel

Beginner knitter? Think you’re stuck with overly simple and boring patterns? Think again! This simple pattern creates a useful dish towel that you’ll love to make and use. Get the free pattern for the linen stitch dish towel here.

Seed Stitch Dish Towel

Seed Stitch Dish Towel for your home. Learning to knit? Want to master the transition from knit to purl stitches? This free pattern is a simple yet functional project that you’ll fall in love with. Get the pattern here.

Knitted Coasters

Knitted Coasters are so much and perfect for the home office or living room! A great pattern for kids as it’s fast and fun. These are such versatile little knitting patterns for the home. I have a few of these little coasters sitting on my desk and coffee tables to protect them from the heat, condensation and spills. Get the free pattern here.

Spring Dishcloths

Pastel dishcloths perfect for Easter or Spring. These patterns are quick and easy little patterns that you’ll whip up in no time. Oh, and they’re free! Get these patterns here.

Keep an eye on the blog for more patterns and ways to update your home’s decor with knitted bits and more.  I’ll be sharing seasonal decorating tips that I use in my house, as well as problem solving solutions for small homes.