Beginner Knitting Patterns Online: Free & Easy

Are you a new knitter looking for beginner patterns to practice your skills? Or a more experienced needleworker searching for some simple projects? Here are three sites that provide an assortment of free, easy and beginner knitting patterns online.

Sue's CrochetandKnitting.com (http://www.crochetandknitting.com/easy.htm)

This needlework site has a nice selection of helpful and fun information for knitting and crochet enthusiasts, as well as craft supplies and reference books. Some sections include Easy Patterns for Beginners, Yarn and Thread (nearly 2,000 varieties to buy online), Learn to Knit, Knitting Tips, Learn to Crochet, Crochet and Knitting Newsletter, Crochet and Knitting Blog, Hooks & Needles, Pattern Search & Forum, Craft Supplies, Craft Books, Free Internet Resources, etc.

Over 30 free, easy knitting patterns are provided. Knit patterns for household include useful and decorative items such as Sue's easy knit dishcloth, Honeycomb washcloth, Toilet tissue cover, and Towel topper.

Easy beginner knit patterns for clothing include a variety such as Slip stitch knitted slippers, Bev's hand knit basic hat, Curly wrap scarf, Fall shawl, Headband, and Dog bandana. There are free patterns for kids as well, for example Kids mittens, Ponytail scrunchie, and Knitted frog finger puppet. Easy patterns for babies include Bev's preemie hat knit & booties, Ancient bib, and Knitted baby ball.

Frugal Knitting Haus (http://www.frugalhaus.com/homepage/freepats.htm)

This site for needleworkers states that it provides knitting and crochet patterns, books, needles, hooks, accessories, and free patterns. Also there are hundreds of quality, cheap knitting ePatterns available to download. Supplies for sale include a large selection of knitting needles and other items.