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5 Downton Abbey Inspired Knitting Patterns

January 8, 2013 by AllFreeKnitting 27 Comments

Season four of the popular PBS television series Downton Abbey aired last Sunday, and I’ve been seeing vintage ever since!  I’m not sure what it is or why, but I’m the first to admit that I’m a complete anglophile.  Combine my love of all things British with my appreciation of all things retro, and you’ll quickly figure out that my adoration for this show was meant to be.

Whether you’re new to the show or a die-hard fan, we’ve compiled some of our favorite Downton Abbey inspired knitting patterns to tide you over until next Sunday.  So sit back, sip on a piping hot cup of tea, and let yourself indulge in these knitting patterns that are truly blasts from the past.

Downton Abbey Inspired Knitting Patterns

 5 Downton Abbey Inspired Knitting Patterns

downton-hat

Downton Abbey Hat: Modeled after a vintage World War I pattern, this Downton Abbey Hat pattern is perfect for giving that special little one in your life a touch of vintage flair. Knit in the double moss stitch, this fantastic hat has texture to boot!  Liven up the design with pastel shades of pink, blue or yellow.

 

Downton Abbey Cardigan

Downton Abbey Cardigan: Adapted and updated from a vintage knitting pattern from the 1900s, this classic Downton Abbey Cardigan can easily be dressed up or down depending on the occasion.

 

 Eiffel Tower Cowl: While not a vintage pattern, the Eiffel Tower Cowl free knitting pattern captures the elegant nature of patterns created in the 1900s.  Bring out your inner retro lover every time you throw on this charming cowl.

 

 

Bo Peep Lace Fingerless Gloves: You can’t think back to the 1900s without envisioning lace.  Crafted with the utmost attention to detail, these feminine Bo Peep Lace Fingerless Gloves will have you counting down the hours until your next cup of tea.


Bamboo Wedding Shawl: Let this lighter-than-air Wedding Shawl balance delicately across your shoulders as you take a lazy stroll through the rose garden.  Armed with elegance, charm and a good book, you’ll enjoy every minute you spend donning this free knitting pattern that’s inspired from the past.

Bonus: Downton Abbey Inspired Free Crochet Patterns


1920s Downton Abbey Cloche Hat

We’ve collected some of our favorite Downton Abbey inspired free crochet patterns.  From a delightful vintage inspired cloche to a cozy crochet afghan, these patterns are sure to add charm and sophistication to your modern life.

  • Downton Abbey Inspired Crochet Afghan
  • Downton Abbey Crochet Hat
  • Downton Abbey Arm Warmers
  • 1920s Cloche Crochet Hat
  • Downton Abbey Rose Jewelry

Which pattern is your favorite?

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  1. majuzali says

    January 8, 2013 at 6:48 pm

    I love the hat! It is so femenine and beautiful!

    Reply
  2. Maribel says

    January 9, 2013 at 3:58 am

    I just love all of them, can´t decide which I love the most. Thank you for sharing.

    Reply
  3. Doreen says

    January 9, 2013 at 8:01 am

    I love the hat, beautiful and practical too. Love the lace gloves too…very pretty. Thanks for the inspiration!

    Reply
  4. ritainalaska says

    January 9, 2013 at 3:20 pm

    oh, the hat is awesome!

    Reply
  5. JoLynn says

    January 9, 2013 at 3:54 pm

    The lace gloves! I have already begun making them for my daughter’s wedding ensemble. There are nowhere nearly enough thread crochet patterns online!

    Reply
  6. TerryLee Diemert says

    January 9, 2013 at 11:12 pm

    love the hat, this will look wonderful on my 1 1/2 year old granddaughter. Will knit it in a heather color wool.

    Reply
  7. Stella says

    January 12, 2013 at 3:12 pm

    Love the hat

    Reply
  8. Bobbi Glab says

    January 12, 2013 at 3:17 pm

    Love the Bamboo Wedding Shawl! Plan to make this some day!

    Reply
  9. CarolHS says

    January 12, 2013 at 5:21 pm

    I can’t pick just one favorite, but my two favorites are the hat and the wedding shawl.

    Reply
  10. Peggy Denning says

    January 12, 2013 at 8:57 pm

    Love the shawl. Just went out and got the yarn…can’t wait to start!

    Reply
  11. Khurshid says

    January 13, 2013 at 4:47 am

    I love the Bamboo Wedding Shawl. It is so light and airy. It is just right for the light weather we experience where I live. Thanks for the Free pattern. I am surely going to make this one.

    Reply
  12. Cary says

    January 13, 2013 at 7:49 am

    Love Downton and love your patterns! The hat is precious.

    Reply
  13. KATHY says

    January 13, 2013 at 1:09 pm

    CAN THESE PATTERNS BE MADE BY USING A KNOOK NEEDLE? THANK YOU,K

    Reply
  14. Dian Schlegel says

    January 14, 2013 at 11:10 am

    Love the hat! Have family in the cold county, both coasts. Am sure they will need one each.

    Love the scarf too, OH just all of the patterns.
    Thanks

    Reply
  15. GOBEIL PRIS says

    January 23, 2013 at 2:42 pm

    Great challenge!

    Reply
  16. janis says

    January 11, 2014 at 1:50 pm

    I love them all! Thank you so much for this!!!

    Reply
  17. Janey Kotleski says

    January 11, 2014 at 8:11 pm

    The shawl! Absolutely gorgeous !

    Reply
  18. kathy says

    January 12, 2014 at 3:29 am

    hi i keep trying to go on these patterns and it wont let me go on them. thank you

    Reply
  19. Lynne Bandy says

    January 12, 2014 at 8:24 am

    I love the hat. Such a wonderful change from the usual pattern selections!

    Reply
  20. Kathy says

    January 12, 2014 at 8:51 am

    Have made 2 Downton Abby hats – the pattern was available last year. They are awesome and my daughters love them. Still have to make one for myself.

    Reply
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  24. Claude tadros says

    January 10, 2015 at 2:41 pm

    The fingerless gloves I simply adore them

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  25. Marilyn berry says

    January 11, 2015 at 4:54 pm

    Just loved the fat, I have just finished it and my first attemp at kniiting in the round. So chuffed with the outcome thx

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  26. Dawn says

    January 18, 2015 at 11:09 am

    I love the 1920 Cloche Hat! Plan to make several in different colors. Can’t wait to start.

    Reply

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