Bring retro vibes to your toys, wardrobe, and home decor with these Vintage Free Knitting Patterns! Try them now!
If you love retro stuff and knitting patterns, these vintage-themed handmade items are only for you. They are great for gifting purposes, too!
Vintage Free Knitting Patterns
1. Vintage Summer Dress for 18-inch Dolls
Dress up your doll in this vintage-inspired and intricately designed summer dress. It’s a perfect weekend project by Abc-knitting.
2. Vintage Shanghai Mittens Pattern
Learn how to make these stunning Shanghai mittens at ko-fi by Athena Liu. The minute details and Selby-style design make them stand out.
3. Knitted Vintage Christmas Stocking
This vintage-style stocking by Paula Levy is not limited to festive days. You can use them to store balls of yarn and other craft supplies.
4. Knitted Retro Hat
Step back in time with this beautifully textured vintage hat by Sunday Times (Perth). This piece is a delightful nod to classic fashion.
5. Retro Patchwork Knit Blanket Pattern
This colorful patchwork blanket combines retro vibes with cozy comfort. It’s a fantastic stash-buster pattern by yarnspirations.
6. Vintage Vibes Beret Knit Hat
Add timeless Parisian flair to your hat collection with this vintage beret. It was designed by Katherine Grushevskaya.
7. DIY Vintage Velveteen Rabbit
Follow the easy steps mentioned by Sara Elizabeth Kellner to create this classic velveteen rabbit toy. A treasured keepsake that’s perfect for gifting or cuddling.
8. Vintage Lace Shawl Free Knitting Pattern
Anja knitted this vintage lacey shawl with an 80cm circular needle and 30 stitch markers. It measures around 150 x 66 cm.
9. Vintage Peppermint Hat
Make your winter wardrobe classy with this peppermint beanie hat. It’s a great option by Lindsey Faciane for craft fairs and gifts.
10. Vintage Hankie Washcloth
Julie Tarsha is the brilliant knitting crafter behind this vintage hankie dishcloth. It’s a perfect little project for practicing fine stitches.
11. American Girl Doll Vintage Empire Waist Dress
Just take a look at these retro empire waist dresses by Elaine Phillips! They are perfect for making any doll stand out.
12. Classic Pleated Tea Cozy
This handmade tea cozy with a pleated design and a pom-pom is a must-have for tea parties. Find its free pattern at Yarnspirations.
13. Ruffled Victorian Cowl
The contrasting trim and ribbon laces give this ruffled cowl a classic Victorian feel. This classic masterpiece was created by V.O. Knits.
14. Colette Vintage Baby Booties
These dainty baby booties by Charlotte Bouchet are a sweet nod to classic baby knits. They make the perfect handmade gift for baby showers.
15. Retro 90s DK Socks
The brilliant crafting team of Knitty McPurly made this pair of retro socks with leftover yarn scraps. Find the free downloadable pattern in this blog post.
16. Retro 1950’s Style Tea Cosy
Here is another classic teapot cozy with pleated panels and a flower on the top. Louise Bollanos is behind this lovely cosy.
17. Retro Camera Purse
This retro camera-shaped purse will surely make you stand out in the crowd. Amanda Berry uses intarsia color work and other basic stitching techniques for this project.