Special Collection Archive


The Best Knitting Patterns of 2025

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As we look back on 2025, we are so thrilled to share the top 100 most popular patterns of the year on I Like Knitting. These were the most-visited patterns on our site throughout the year. Many are this year’s exciting new releases, with a few top articles and many long-time favorites included as well.

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The Polka Dot Collection

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Add a pop with the polka dot collection, a roundup of knitting patterns featuring a motif that never goes out of style. A surprisingly wide variety of projects is featured in this short collection, providing a testament to how universally appealing this pattern is! Here you’ll find projects for kids like sweaters and stuffies, as

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Top Down Sweaters

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Love the ease of top-down knitting? Browse our collection of Top Down Sweaters! We’ve gathered over 40 of these gorgeous sweater knits for your perusal. Some of these patterns are seamless, and some do require some seaming, but they all have the same top-down construction in common. You’ll primarily find sweaters and tops for women,

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Afternoon Knitting: Patterns You Can Make in One Sitting

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Knit your next project in two hours or less! In Afternoon Knitting: Patterns You Can Make in One Sitting, you’ll find a selection of knits you can work up in two hours or less. No more adding to the WIP (work-in-progress) pile! With these lovely patterns, you’ll have the satisfaction of making and using your

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Coffee Chic Knits: Knitwear for Outings + Decor for Your Home Cafe

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Settle into cozy sophistication with Coffee Chic, a knitwear collection inspired by the warm, inviting atmosphere of your favorite coffee spot. This collection blends timeless style with everyday comfort, featuring garments and accessories in rich shades of espresso, latte, and mocha. Whether it’s a softly draped sweater, a snug hat and scarf, or a textured

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Snug in Seed Stitch: Nubbly Knits We Love

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Embrace one of knitting’s most classic stitch patterns and work up a gorgeous project from Snug in Seed Stitch: Nubbly Knits We Love. Rich texture doesn’t have to be complicated. With just alternating knits and purls, you can create some of the coziest knits.

Seed stitch is a staple in knitwear because it doesn’t curl, making

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The Life of a Knitting Girl: 12 Portofino Orange Patterns

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Step into the spotlight with The Life of a Knitting Girl! Inspired by Taylor Swift’s twelfth studio album, The Life of a Showgirl, this collection celebrates one radiant theme: the Portofino orange hue. Some designs glow entirely in this vibrant shade, while others mix it with complementary tones for bold, joyful contrast.

Kick things off with

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The Spring Line-Up: A Collection of Playful & Chic Striped Patterns

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Bold, classic, and endlessly versatile, stripes are a wardrobe staple that never go out of style. The Spring Line-Up is a collection of fresh, modern knits that celebrate the playful energy of stripes in every form—whether crisp and structured or soft and subtle.

From breezy tees and airy lace scarves to statement skirts and cozy cardigans,

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Tweed, Please: Chic, Textured Knits in Beautiful Tweed Yarns

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Rich in texture and timeless in style, tweed yarns bring an undeniable charm to any knitwear piece. Tweed, Please is a collection that celebrates the cozy sophistication of tweed, featuring garments and accessories with classic appeal and modern flair.

From structured cardigans and polished vests to cozy ponchos and beautifully textured scarves, these designs highlight the

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En Pointe: A Collection in Ballet Pink

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Graceful, delicate, and effortlessly feminine, En Pointe is a collection inspired by the soft romance of ballet pink. These elegant knits blend timeless silhouettes with dreamy textures, creating a wardrobe of pieces perfect for layering, lounging, and twirling through the seasons.

From the flowing drape of lace wraps to the cozy embrace of plush hats and

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