Free Bird Knitting Patterns

Find free bird knitting patterns for robins, sparrows, penguins, flamingos, Australian birds and other feathered friends. Choose from realistic knitted birds, cute stuffed toys, colourful decorations and small bird projects for gifts or seasonal displays.

Browse all the free patterns below, or explore our free animal knitting patterns and the complete collection of free toy knitting patterns.

Birds to Knit

The collection includes familiar garden birds such as robins, sparrows, woodpeckers and blue tits, alongside more unusual designs including flamingos and Australian birds. You’ll also find knitted bird garlands and strings of birds if you’re looking for decorations rather than a traditional stuffed toy.

For one of the most popular birds to knit, see our free penguin knitting patterns.