27 Toy Knitting Patterns (All Free!)

Enjoy making a cute little octopus with this pattern. You can put some scrap yarn to good use, add some toy stuffing, and voila–what a beauty! This is the perfect present for an ocean-loving child. Free Toy Knitting Patterns from Knitting by Post

YARN WEIGHT: DK (8ply) #3

This Cute Knit Llama Pattern is the perfect treat. Customize your llama to your home’s color schemes by making pom poms and blankets in matching yarn! This pattern is a fun challenge for slightly experienced knitters. Patterns from All Free Knitting

YARN WEIGHT: Worsted (10ply) #4

Oh, meow! Here’s a fun pattern for a goofy, adorable cat. If you have a cat lover in your life, this Fat Knit Cat Toy could be the perfect next birthday gift for them. This little toy knitting pattern uses a simple stockinette stitch, so you will find it an easy project. Patterns from All Free Knitting

YARN WEIGHT: Worsted (10ply) #4

Making this T-Rex knit toy will be a better choice than you would imagine, once you see the excitement of the little one. Play with some bright-colored yarn and create a vibrant and cheerful dino. Patterns Yarnspirations

YARN WEIGHT: Worsted (10ply) #4

What a cute toy knitting pattern! This pattern was designed especially for beginners, so you’ll find it quite easy as there’s no increasing or decreasing involved, and it’s knit in garter stitch. Patterns from Gina Michele

YARN WEIGHT: Worsted (10ply) #4

It doesn’t get cuter than a lamb! The Knit Little Lamb toy knitting pattern is a great choice for making a toy that your little one would love to cuddle with. This pattern is surprisingly easy to make and works best with medium-weight yarn. Patterns from Lion Brand

YARN WEIGHT: Worsted (10ply) #4 

Try out the Rosy Pony pattern to introduce your cutie to the joy of playing with ponies. This is a knit toy pattern with an easy skill level. You will need medium-weight yarn. Patterns from Lion Brand 

YARN WEIGHT: Worsted (10ply) #4 

A Plush Cat Knitting Pattern that is beginner-friendly and knit flat? We love it! It is so easy to knit that you can get this done easily, even with the most basic knitting skills. It uses a pair of straight knitting needles. You will be working this up in two pieces – the body and the tail. Patterns from Gina Michele 

YARN WEIGHT: DK (8ply) #3

This elephant toy knitting pattern is also knit flat, making it yet another easy-to-follow plush animal pattern! You will make this on straight needles using the garter stitch, and even a beginner can get this right. Patterns from Gina Michele 

YARN WEIGHT: Worsted (10ply) #4 

Another great toy knitting pattern well suited to beginners. It is knit flat on straight needles with minimum increasing/decreasing. This knit owl is a great cuddle toy and great for giving as a gift to a little one. Patterns from Gina Michele

YARN WEIGHT: Super Bulky (16ply) #6

What an adorable Easter bunny knitting pattern! It is well-suited to beginners as it is simply knit flat. Once knit, you will stuff this with polyfill and sew it up. The eyes and nose are stitched on last. Patterns from Gina Michele

YARN WEIGHT: Worsted (10ply) #4 

This Flat Knit bunny pattern is a fun and creative project. You will knit this up in different panels for the limbs, body, and ears, sew it up, and then stuff with polyfill. Patterns from Gina Michele

YARN WEIGHT: Worsted (10ply) #4 

Such an adorable knitting pattern to guide you in working up an easy peasy chick and egg hen cozy to accompany your kids at breakfast. The cozy will have a finished width of approx 7 cm and will be knitted with 3 mm single-pointed knitting needles. Patterns from Knitting by Post

YARN WEIGHT: DK weight yarn (8ply) #3

This tiny knit bear is quick and easy to make, and it’s a cute gifting choice. You can embellish it further with a short piece of contrasting ribbon and add it to a keychain. You will require 3mm single-pointed needles and some toy stuffing to make this bear. Patterns from Knitting by Post

YARN WEIGHT: DK (8ply) #3

You can knit the Froggie in a nice bright color…who says you have to stick to green? I remember drawing all my monkeys blue as a child! Toy knitting patterns from Yarnspirations

YARN WEIGHT: Worsted (10ply) #4

This little Knit Rainbow Fish is the sort of toy your baby might never outgrow! Turn it into a bag charm or keychain for them later. It’s a quick and easy pattern. You’ll need 3mm single-pointed needles for this toy knitting pattern. Patterns from Knitting by Post

YARN WEIGHT: DK (8ply) #3

Finger puppet toys are SO much fun! With this amazing pattern, you can make FIVE different finger puppets. This pattern doesn’t require any circular knitting, it’s simple flat knitting that is sewn up at the end. Patterns from Knitting Bee

YARN WEIGHT: DK (8ply) #3

If you’re a regular knitter who’s always working on some new project, I bet you have tons of scrap yarn. This toy knitting pattern featuring Monster Chunks was specifically designed to put those bits and pieces to good use! These are incredibly fast and fun to make. Toy Knitting Patterns from Rebecca Danger

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Teach your kids about succulents by knitting a pair of these adorable cacti pals that aren’t too spiky to play around with. In fact, they’re friendly and perfect to show your little ones how to care for potted succulents. You can also keep them on your own work desk. Patterns from Yarnspirations

YARN WEIGHT: Fingering (4ply) #1

Make a 4-inch football soft knit toy with this stash-buster knitting pattern. For some added fun, you can add a rattle inside. It is knitted flat on straight needles, and it is made entirely in the garter stitch. Free Toy Knitting Patterns from Ravelry

YARN WEIGHT: DK (8ply) #3

Make your child happy by knitting them a little flying wonder. It is easy to knit and sure to lift your kid’s mood. Your little one will enjoy playing with it, and it will look great perched on a shelf even when they are not so little anymore. Patterns from Yarnspirations

YARN WEIGHT: Worsted (10ply) #4

Not only can your little one play with these and host little tea parties, but you can keep these as décor pieces in your kitchen. Use the knit hamburgers to hang with your kitchen keys or turn them into fridge magnets. Patterns from Yarnspirations

YARN WEIGHT: Fingering (4ply) #1

What an adorable chocolate teapot you can stuff with a surprise and make your little one happy. It’s a quick and easy pattern that would make a lovely gift. Patterns from Knitting by Post

YARN WEIGHT: DK (8ply) #3

Pacman was all the rage 2-3 decades back, so this should make a great reminiscent gift playset for someone. This is an intermediate toy knitting pattern. Patterns from Dr. Frank Knits

YARN WEIGHT: Worsted (10ply) #4 

This is a perfect token for little ones who love the famous London bus, or just for anyone who has memories of their trip to London. It is a quick-knit project and the banners are embroidered onto felt and then sewn on later. Toy Knitting Patterns Ravelry

YARN WEIGHT: DK (8ply) #3

Enjoy making a beginner-friendly plush fish with a flat-knit pattern. These cheerful little fish are knit on straight knitting needles with just some basic increases and decreases. This project is a great starter for beginners. Patterns Gina Michele

YARN WEIGHT: Worsted (10ply) #4 

On the hunt for your toddler’s favorite knit toy? You can’t go wrong with this gorgeous knit tractor! Best suited to the classic combo of green and yellow, this tractor is iconic and bound to be a hit. Patterns from Dr. Frank Knits

YARN WEIGHT: Worsted (10ply) #4