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Explore these Knitted Cat Blankets Free Patterns and find a cozy design to make for your cat or a fellow cat lover.
If you love cats and knitting, these Knitted Cat Blankets Free Patterns are worth a look. You can choose a simple design or try one with cute cat shapes and patterns. Pick your favorite, grab your yarn and needles, and make a cozy blanket for your cat or another cat lover.
Knitted Cat Blankets Free Patterns
1. Kitty Corner Blanket
This feline baby blanket, designed by Lynai Designs, is worked from corner to corner, with each cat block made from 16 knitted squares that are seamed together. The pattern uses DK-weight yarn and US 6 (4 mm) needles, with a knitting gauge of 20 stitches and 32 rows per 10 cm. The multi-color yarn adds visual interest while keeping the focus on the handmade texture.
2. Family Cat Blanket
YourKnittingroom made this pretty, beginner-friendly blanket featuring cats and hearts, making it a nice option for a baby gift or for a baby’s nursery. You work the blanket flat with DK or light worsted-weight yarn and US 6 (4 mm) needles. The gauge is 20 stitches and 28 rows per 10 cm in stockinette. It makes a sweet handmade piece to keep a baby warm during quiet naps or cuddles.
3. Scaredy Cat Blanket
This soft-textured baby blanket by Amy Bahrt is for intermediate knitters who are comfortable with basic shaping and color changes. Use one color for a calm look, or choose a gentle variegated yarn for more movement. The knitting gauge is 16 stitches and 22 rows per 4 inches in stockinette stitch. It is comfortable for your little one, and the size is convenient for cuddling or placing over a stroller.
4. Cat And Mouse Blanket
The Cat And Mouse Blanket by Amy Bahrt is an intermediate-level knitting pattern that looks playful and offers an out-of-the-box idea. It uses medium-weight (worsted) yarn. Designed for children, the blanket features a cat-and-mouse theme and measures about 28 × 38 inches. It uses 18 stitches and 21 rows per 4 inches in stockinette stitch, making it a fun project for knitters looking for a more detailed blanket design.
5. Cat Blanket
Try this colorful cat blanket by Knit Simple. This cozy blanket features a grumpy cat motif worked in intarsia. Knit the blanket in one piece from the bottom up, with seed-stitch borders framing the design. It uses super bulky yarn and US 13 (9 mm) needles, with a gauge of 9.5 stitches and 14 rows per 10 cm in stockinette. If you want a quick bulky-yarn project, this is a good choice.
6. More Than a Feline Blanket
Make this colorful, large, cat-themed throw featuring 59 cats by Margaret Holzmann. The pattern uses worsted-weight yarn and US 7 (4.5 mm) needles. The knitting gauge is 17 stitches and 34 rows per 10 cm in garter stitch. You only need plain garter stitch, intarsia, and mattress stitch to knit this blanket. You can also customize the color to match your baby’s bed, creating a perfect, personalized, and cozy addition to the nursery.
7. Professor McGonagall
Are you a Harry Potter Fan? Then this Professor McGonagall blanket by Kristen Fanning is a must-try. It is worked with worsted-weight yarn and US 7 (4.5 mm) needles. The 36 × 40-inch blanket combines intarsia, cables, and stockinette stitch. This pattern suits knitters comfortable with techniques such as provisional cast-on, picking up stitches, increases, and intarsia. It is a stunning and unique pattern perfect for gifting.
8. Alpha-cat Blanket
The Alpha-cat Blanket by Kay Jean is designed as a stroller-size blanket for cat-loving families. It features a chubby cat silhouette, four pawprints, and an alphabet border, framed by a flat, textured border. The blanket is worked seamlessly from the bottom up using Aran or worsted-weight yarn and US 7 (4.5 mm) needles, and measures approximately 28 × 37 inches. Your little one will love this one.
9. Textured Cat Blanket
Make this adorable cat-themed textured knitted blanket by Knit Sew Make. Work it flat in one piece from the bottom up using US 7 (4.5 mm) circular needles. The knitting gauge is 17 stitches and 24 rows = 10 cm. The gentle texture and lightweight feel make it perfect for keeping your baby comfortable while strolling or during nap time.
10. Cattitude Blanket
A reversible double-knitting pattern featuring a cat playing with a ball of yarn, with pawprints along the border, by Lisa Hannan Fox is next on the list. It uses worsted-weight yarn and is worked with US 5 (3.75 mm) needles, with US 4 (3.5 mm) needles optional for a neater cast-on edge. It’s simple to make and feels comfortable, making it an excellent choice for relaxing on the couch or adding cozy vibes to the home.
11. Cat Blanket
Last but not least, this cute multi-figured feline blanket by Knit Sew Make is perfect for wrapping your little one in warmth. It uses Aran or worsted-weight yarn with US 7 (4.5 mm) needles and has a gauge of 17 stitches and 24 rows per 10 cm. The blanket is worked flat from the bottom up, with a seamless construction.
