43 Free Autumn Knitting Patterns To Inspire You!

Take a look at this oversized, slouchy, baggy cardigan that is perfect for both fall and winter!

This chunky cardigan knitting pattern is an easy knit for anyone who is looking to make their first garment.

Knit only in garter stitch, the cardigan has simple shaping through increases and decreases.

Make a new shawl for fall with this simple pattern.

Looks like a cape but also a pretty shawl, that’s light to wear during the transitional period between seasons!

The simple construction and details allow this design to be worn with many outfits for fall.

Knit a stylish oversized chunky knit sweater with this easy knitting pattern.

Great for advanced beginners looking to make their first garment.

The perfect project for sweater weather.

Get super cozy in your own huge, chunky cable blanket.

This blanket is knit with super bulky yarn (two strands together) and 25mm (US 50) knitting needles.

Make one just in time for fall and winter.

This pumpkin sweater is perfect for fall to wear with jeans for a walk with your dog, to run errands, or while working from home.

Super easy to construct, this raglan sweater is knit in garter stitch with ribbed cuffs, lower bands, and collar.

The Irish moss stitch cardigan is an excellent piece to wear during fall.

Make it in a fall color like this one in The Petite Wool (olive) from We Are Knitters.

The ideal cardigan to cozy up with in the colder weather.

Make a set of cable knit pumpkins to display in your home this fall.

Perfect for a quick afternoon of crafting and using up those stash yarns.

It's an excellent project to get you into a fall mood.

Fans of the Outlander TV series will recognize this shawl as one of the staple pieces worn on the show.

Make your own with this easy shawl knitting pattern.

This post will show you a candy corn hat knitting pattern perfect for making for fall (and Halloween!).

This is an excellent project for anyone new to knitting as it is knit back and forth on straight needles, then seamed.

I made the hat using The Petite Wool in three colors, knit on size 6 mm (US 10) knitting needles.

This Halloween treat bag pattern is also a great project for stash busting.

Make a few to put small treats inside to give to friends and family.

The knitted bags are great for gift giving, placing Halloween treats like a small bag of candy inside or a chocolate bar treat.

Better than paper bags, for those tricks and treaters, kids can use them again and again.

In this post, you will see a chunky turtleneck sweater knitting pattern.

This thick sweater is a great project for beginner knitters who are ready to move on to their first garment.

This grey confetti-colored sweater has a simple design that can be worn again and again during the autumn/winter.

Pair it with skinny jeans, your favorite pair of boots, and a hat while going for a coffee with friends or a walk around town.

In this post, you will learn how to knit a pumpkin with this beginner-friendly pumpkin knitting pattern.

With a step-by-step photo tutorial and a video tutorial, you will be able to make your pumpkins in no time at all!

The pumpkins knit up quickly in super bulky/super chunky/14-ply yarn, and the simple design makes for a relaxing and enjoyable knit.

This knitted dog sweater pattern can be made in three sizes.

It is made in two pieces, knit flat on straight knitting needles, and then seamed.

Your pets will feel some comfort while wearing this great-fitting sweater.

In this post, I want to share with you a super cozy, free, easy cardigan knitting pattern for beginners with straight needles.

This cardigan has an oversized fit, making it really soft and comforting to wrap yourself up for everyday wear during the colder months.

Wear it at home, with jeans, leggings, a lounge suit, or your PJs; anything goes, really!

In this post, you will see an easy squishy knit throw blanket pattern.

The chunky blanket is really huge and squishy, perfect for those cold autumn/winter days.

Knit with a soft alpaca wool blend; this is a blanket you want to make!

This long fingerless gloves knitting pattern will allow you to create simple ribbed gloves knit in the round.

The design has been inspired by gloves worn by Brianna on the TV show Outlander.

In this post, you will see the Mabon asymmetrical shawl knitting pattern.

This project uses three skeins in different colors of Cascade 220 yarn. 

This shawl is designed with comfort and everyday wear in mind.

The simple construction and details allow this design to be knit up in many different fibers and colors that are sure to fit your own personal style.

This easy infinity scarf knitting pattern is perfect for last-minute gifts, as it’s quick and easy to make.

The scarf is knit in the round using chunky yarn/bulky yarn and will keep you warm during cold winter days.

This blog post will show you how to knit a hat with straight needles, knitting flat, back and forth.

This is a great project for anyone who is learning how to knit.

Plus, it's available in seven sizes. 

The perfect accessory for the fall weather.

In this blog post, you will see how to knit a blanket and view a free + easy beginner pattern.

The benefit of knitting a blanket is that you can make one that’s cozy using super bulky yarn and (US 17) 12 mm knitting needles.

The perfect blanket to cozy up with on a chilly day.

This free dog sweater pattern has three sizes, so you can make something that will fit your dog’s breed.

Small dogs love their knitted sweaters; not only do they look really cute, but it stops them from shivering in the cold weather.

Obviously, if you have a really large dog, you must measure the largest size to see if it will fit.

In this post, you will see a triangular shawl knitting pattern.

Inspired by the crossover shawl Claire is wearing in Outlander season 6.

Make one in your favorite yarn just in time for the fall season.

This scrap yarn shawl is an asymmetrical shawl knit in garter stitch with worsted weight yarn and 5 mm (US 8) needles.

The shawl is a great stash buster knit in stripes to use up those mini skeins or one-skein wonders in your yarn stash.

You can knit it in stripes with leftover yarn scraps in your stash/leftover skeins or in blocks of color if you have one-skein wonders lying around.

Designed with an asymmetrical shape, the shawl can be worn in a few different ways for a relaxed fit.

This knitted neck warmer is a quick and easy ribbed scarf to make, which makes it perfect for last-minute gifts.

The neck warmer is knit in the round using chunky yarn/bulky yarn and will keep you warm during cold winter days.

The neck warmer knits quickly in bulky weight yarn, and the simple design makes for a relaxing and enjoyable knit.

This blog post will teach you how to knit a twist headband for absolute beginners!

The knitted headband has a step-by-step tutorial so you can follow along and learn this fantastic stitch pattern if you are a new knitter.

This simple knit and purl stitch pattern has a textured look.

This chunky snood knitting pattern is a quick and easy knit, perfect for beginners.

The winter snood is knitted using a simple repeat pattern and will keep you warm during the colder months, as it is knit with super bulky yarn.

Easy to wear as a simple cowl or over your head when the weather is really cold, the snood will keep you warm!

This post will teach you how to knit Fisherman’s rib stitch and a free headband pattern.

The knitted headband has a step-by-step tutorial so you can follow along and learn this fantastic reversible pattern if you are a new knitter.

This stitch pattern can be used in a number of projects, like sweaters, cardigans, hats, scarves, and blankets.

In this post, you will see a knitted cat hat – free knitting pattern.

The benefit of making a knitted cat hat is that you can make one in a few hours using bulky yarn and (US 11) 8 mm knitting needles.

Even with zero knitting experience, the free pattern and making-up photo tutorial will help you to make your cat hat to enjoy wearing in October.

In this post, you will see an easy and quick knitted pumpkin pattern.

I wanted to make something pretty for autumn as a decoration for my home and decided to make a cute mini pumpkin!

Make your own pumpkin patch for your home fall decor and last-minute fall gifts.

Plus, as this cute little pumpkin needs less than a skein of yarn, making one is a great way to use up any leftover yarn left in your stash. 

In this post, you will see 12 beginner pumpkin knitting patterns.

Each pumpkin is knit in a different stitch pattern.

Perfect for beginner knitters, all of the pattern instructions use basic knitting stitches.

Plus, the post includes video tutorials for each stitch.

In this post, you will see a modern version of Claire’s Blue Cardigan.

Inspired by the cardigan seen worn by Claire in Outlander seasons 5 and 6.

This cardigan has lots of texture as it is knitted using the seersucker stitch pattern.

In this post, you will see an easy cardigan knitting pattern.

This cardigan is really soft and comfortable due to the drape and fit.

To make the cardigan, you mainly need to know how to knit and purl.

If you love comfy sweaters, this will be a great project for you.

This fringe shawl pattern features a simple stockinette stitch design.

This is knit flat (back and forth) on circular needles.

There is one size to make, which can be easily adjusted to fit you.

This cozy shawl is perfect for this time of year.

In this blog post, you will see a Fair Isle mittens pattern.

This is an excellent project for anyone who loves working with more than one color yarn and knitting in the round using the magic loop technique,

These mittens use four colors and are a really quick-knit project; I made two in around 2-3 hours.

A pair of fingerless gloves is always a good idea, especially if you type and it’s cold!

Make yourself a pair to wear during your drive to work or if you work in a cold office – to type!

Knitting a pair of fingerless gloves is the perfect introduction to the autumn season.

A knitted poncho will look good and keep you warm.

This free knitting pattern looks like it will be great for beginners, introducing you to shaping through increases and decreases.

The poncho would definitely be a wardrobe staple for any fall outfit!

Grab the free PDF on Ravelry.

A great project for a beginner knitter is a blanket or cushion cover.

The pillows look so warm and cozy, perfect for a nap beside the fire on a cold day in October!

The perfect knitted item to add to your living room.

This cable knit hooded scarf pattern will be a great pattern for any intermediate knitters out there.

The cables and shaping will keep you busy.

This knit scarf pattern would be an awesome project to make and give as a gift – just imagine receiving this from a friend!

This fisherman’s rib knitted pillow cover is a lovely chunky knit and a great beginner knitter project.

If you want to learn how to master the fisherman’s rib stitch – this pattern is for you!

Add this knitted item to your autumn decorations.

Knitted slipper socks will be sure to keep your feet warm and comfortable this fall.

Keeping your feet cozy is important in the colder months, and what better way to do it than to make yourself a pair of slippers in chunky yarn?

A great project if you want to move from summer knits to fall items.

This basic cardigan pattern is a great project for a beginner knitter.

The easy chunky, garter stitch top will be a dream to knit and looks like quite a fast make.

The perfect option if you love fall sweaters.

This is an autumn-themed knitting project that adds a festive touch to your table decor.

These pumpkin-shaped napkin rings are made with cotton yarn, making them a charming addition to your fall gatherings.

The pattern is simple, making it accessible for beginners, while the final product adds a handmade, seasonal feel to your dining setup.

Grab the free PDF on Yarnspirations.

This pattern features a charming design with squirrels and acorns, adding a playful autumn touch to your home decor.

The pattern uses textured stitches to create a cozy, nature-inspired look, making it perfect for fall.

The squirrels bring an extra layer of seasonal whimsy, enhancing the rustic feel of the pillow.

Grab the free PDF on Yarnspirations.