Polka Dot Patterns: 12 Knit Looks You’ll Love

Posted by Danielle | Apr 23, 2026 | Knitting Patterns |

Polka Dot Patterns: 12 Knit Looks You’ll Love

Is there anything more cheerful than a polka dot? We don’t think so and the knitting world clearly agrees. From delicate bobble stitches to bold colorwork dots, makers everywhere are embracing the spot in the most creative ways. Here are 12 of our absolute favorite polka dot patterns.

Knit Andy Sweater Pattern from kolibri by johanna
Knit Polka Dot Mitts from helen gray designs	Knit Sprinkles Shawl Pattern from AMBAH	Knit Blackberry Socks Pattern from Goose Creek Knits

Knit Dots Cowl Pattern from The Yarniad	Vintage Knit Baby Polka Dot Cardigan Knitting Patterns from Knit Patterns Bargains	Knit Tea Cosy Pattern from Knit1Patterns
Knit Stole Shawl Pattern from Fiddlesticks Knitting
Knit Sailor’s Bride Pattern from Steffi’s Cats And Hats	Knit Circus Lights Shawl Pattern from Melissa KnitWear	Knit Texture Scarf Pattern fromSophie Stitches Design
Knit “Bubble” Hat and Scarf Pattern from Fiber Tapestry

See more polka dot patterns via Etsy! And check out my popular round-ups for net bag patterns, art deco inspired patterns, capybara patterns, fish patterns, frog patterns, foxes, beavers and raccoons!

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