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7 Fun Spring Patterns to Knit with DROPS

Drops surprises us every season with lots of new designs. This spring, too, you’ll find the most beautiful crochet and knitting patterns on Garnstudio. In this blog, you’ll discover 7 favorite patterns for women that you can start working on right away—for FREE. Read on and get inspired!

Now that spring is slowly making its way here, I can’t wait to get started on the most beautiful spring and summer fashion. Lightweight sweaters, pastel-colored cardigans, and delicate tops are absolute must-haves for your spring wardrobe. DROPS makes it extra easy for us with the most gorgeous new patterns. And the best part? You can get started right away with these patterns, because they’re available completely free on the Garnstudio website. Simply shop for the yarns you need in our store or online shop and get started right away!

Our 7 Favorite Knitting Patterns for Spring

It's almost impossible to choose from all those beautiful DROPS designs. Still, we managed to do it, and below you'll find our 7 favorites for this spring. Which pattern will you try?

Coral Echoes Sweater Knitting Pattern

Coral Echoes Sweater Knitting Pattern

Are you looking for a basic look? Then this Coral Echoes sweater is the perfect pattern to try! The sweater is knitted with the soft and airy DROPS Air yarn, but can also be made with the 100% cotton DROPS Paris yarn. Since you knit from the top down, there are very few seams to bind off. You can find the Free Knitting Pattern on Garnstudio, and you can easily shop for the yarn at Yarnplaza. Choose from a variety of cheerful shades of DROPS Air.

DROPS Air Uni Color 50 Peach Pink
DROPS Air Mix 041 Sweet Orchid
DROPS Air Mix 042 Pistachio Ice Cream


Falling Sand Cardigan Knitting Pattern
Falling Sand Cardigan Knitting Pattern

For those who love elegance and a touch of playfulness, the Falling Sand cardigan comes highly recommended. This stylish cardigan is knitted with the soft DROPS Kid-Silk yarn and features a playful color gradient created by combining different shades of sand. The cardigan is light and airy, yet cozy and warm at the same time—making it perfect for a crisp spring day. You can find the free Knitting Pattern on Garnstudio, and the yarn is easily available at Yarnplaza. Choose from the beige shades or create your own color combinations with DROPS Kid-Silk!

DROPS Kid-Silk Uni Color 042 Almond
DROPS Kid-Silk Uni Color 054 Bright Sand
DROPS Kid-Silk Uni Color 001 Natural


"Ballerina's Dream" Wrap Cardigan Knitting Pattern
Ballerina’s Dream Wrap Cardigan Knitting Pattern

Go for a romantic look with this beautiful wrap cardigan knitted with Drops Kid-Silk and Drops Air. The cardigan has an elegant look and pairs easily with your summer outfits. You can find the free Knitting Pattern for this wrap cardigan on Garnstudio, and you can easily purchase Drops Kid-Silk and Drops Air yarn at Yarnplaza.

DROPS Kid-Silk Uni Color 001 Natural
Drops Air Uni Color 001 Natural

Sunshine Trail Cardigan Knitting Pattern

Sunshine Trail Cardigan Knitting Pattern

The Sunshine Train cardigan lives up to its name and makes you shine with its beautiful light yellow color. The pattern features a playful openwork design, giving the cardigan a light and airy feel. You can find the Free Knitting Pattern for this mohair cardigan on Garnstudio, and you can easily purchase DROPS Kid-Silk yarn at Yarnplaza. Will you choose this beautiful pastel yellow shade, or will you go for one of the other cheerful colors?

DROPS Kid-Silk Uni Color 052 Lemonade
DROPS Kid-Silk Uni Color 003 Light Pink
DROPS Kid-Silk Uni Color 055 Misty Lilac


"Sand Notes" Cardigan Knitting Pattern
Sand Notes Cardigan

Not a big fan of the mohair garments shown above? Then give this lovely Cotton summer cardigan a try. The cardigan is knitted top-down and features a beautiful openwork pattern at the yoke. You can find the free Knitting Pattern for this cotton cardigan on Garnstudio, and you can easily purchase DROPS Muskat yarn at Yarnplaza. Choose the beige shade or go for one of the many other colors available in DROPS Muskat!

DROPS Muskat Uni Color 23 Camel
DROPS Muskat Uni Color 88 Pistachio
DROPS Muskat Uni Color 19 Light Grey


"Afternoon in Provence" Cardigan Knitting Pattern
"Afternoon in Provence" Cardigan Knitting Pattern

In addition to pastel yellow, lilac is another must-have for your wardrobe this season! For this timeless cardigan, combine the soft DROPS Alpaca and DROPS Kid-Silk yarns for a natural look. The openwork pattern on the sleeves adds a refined touch to the overall look. You can find the free Knitting Pattern for the “Afternoon in Provence” cardigan on Garnstudio, and you can easily purchase the yarn at Yarnplaza. Go for stylish lilac or choose a different color combination.

DROPS Alpaca Uni Color 4010 Light Lavender
DROPS Kid-Silk Uni Color 009 Light Lavender


Brown Butterflies Cardigan Knitting Pattern
Brown Butterflies Cardigan Knitting Pattern

Try something different with this cute short-sleeved cardigan. It’s the kind of cardigan you can easily throw on when it gets a little chilly or when you want to dress up a bit more than just your summer top or dress. You can find the free Knitting Pattern for this summery cardigan on Garnstudio, and you can easily buy the Drops Alpaca and Drops Kid-Silk yarns at Yarnplaza.

DROPS Kid-Silk Uni Color 042 Almond
DROPS Alpaca Uni Color 9031 Almond

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