Top Ten FREE Christmas Sweater Patterns

Nov 22, 2023

3 min read

If your having trouble finding a cute sweater pattern for the holiday, look no further! In this article you'll find 10 adorable free christmas sweaters for all skill types and ages.

The holidays are closing in and with new patterns every year its time to find the coziest yarn and create something from nothing. Its always fun to see the look of joy on a loved ones face when gifted something handmade.

With Chunky Yarns in all colours this holiday season will be filled with Burgandys, Evergreens, Gingers and bright Whites these knits will make anyone smile with joy. Start a tradition with friends or family and make matching sets!

blonde woman with blue snowflake sweater in winter

1. Merry Stars by Drops Design

This Nordic style colourwork sweater, would make a beautiful winter staple piece in anyones closet. This detailed pattern would be great for your next holiday project!

Find the FREE Pattern Here:

https://www.garnstudio.com/pattern.php?id=10561&cid=19

woman in red skirt and cream sweater with Christmas tree details around arm and chest

2. Christmas Tree Yoke Sweater by Anniken Allis

This top down knit sweater has the cutest little Christmas Tree decorations and screams cozy! Perfect for Advanced knitters.

Find the FREE Pattern Here:

https://www.letsknit.co.uk/free-knitting-patterns/top-down-christmas-tree-yoke-sweater

woman with Chirstmas sweater, white with string coloured lights around shoulders and chest

3. Light It Up Yoke Christmas Sweater by Janine Myska

One of my favourites on this list is the Light it Up Yoke sweater. With adorable embroidered sting of colourful lights, this super playful sweater is sure to get a ton of compliments this holiday season.

Find the FREE Pattern Here:

https://knitsnknots.ca/light-it-up/

Christmas sweaters are so versitile! from cute and classy to tacky and "ugly" the possibiliies are endless! As fibre artists we have the freedom to custiomize patterns and make our projects unique. Not a fan of Snowmen or reindeer? no problem there are so many options to make your sweater personal to you.

woman posing infront of red background, modeling christmas sweater with rudolf, holly, reindeer, trees

4. Sandnes Garn Christmas Sweater

This beautiful sweater should never be worn to an "ugly sweater" christmas party. Cute reindeer, rudolf's red nose and many trees, the colourwork in this tradtional style holds up into 2024.

Find the FREE Pattern Here:

https://motherknitter.com/shop/free-pattern-sandnes-garn-christmas-sweater/

5. Winter Flame by DROPS Design

Who doesnt love a Turtle neck cable sweater? With winter winds this sweater would be a great project to cozy up with indoors. imagine it in white? stunning.

Find the FREE Pattern Here:

https://www.garnstudio.com/pattern.php?id=7156&cid=19

Never skip out on narrowing down the style and fit you prefer for your specific body type. Cropped, turtle neck, relaxed fit, fitted, raglan or oversized. Always make a tension swatch to make sure your garment fits perfectly!

woman sitting in part modeling crochet granny square vest top

6. Crochet Christmas Tree Vest by HayHay Crochet

How cute is this vest! the gingerbread-esque colour palette makes this peice an adorably delicious addition to your holday wear collection. Only 4 types of stiches needed!

Find the FREE Pattern Here:

https://hayhaycrochet.com/crochet-patterns/sweater-vests/crochet-christmas-sweatre/

7. Santa Baby by Hanne Rimmen

"is the beautiful and feminine Christmas sweater for women who dream of a little extra" described by designer Hanne Rimmen. Classy and cozy what more could you want!

Find the FREE Pattern Here:

https://en.filcolana.dk/santa-baby.html

8. Christmas Lights Sweater by Hobbii

Colourful fun crochet for a festive friend? or maybe to keep for yourself. Whip up this size inclusive pattern for free with Hobbii and their detailed pattern for intermidiate crocheters. Theres also a pattern for Kids sizes for everyone to match!

Find the FREE Pattern Here:

https://hobbii.com/christmas-lights-sweater

Handmade gifts will alway be king. Especially a sweater, it shows someone how much time and effort you put into their gift. Not to mention the love! Take plenty of photos to share and look back on fondly.