Free Monkey Knitting Patterns

Find free monkey knitting patterns for cuddly monkey toys, little monkeys and colourful knitted characters. Choose from small stash-friendly projects, larger stuffed monkeys and playful designs for different skill levels.

Scroll down to browse all the free patterns, or explore our free animal knitting patterns for more animals to knit.

Which Monkey Should You Knit?

If you’re looking for…	Try…
A tiny monkey	Little Monkey Toy
A colourful cuddly monkey	Hugs Monkey Toy
A larger traditional toy	Cheery Monkey
A miniature project	Mini Monkey

Small Monkey Knitting Patterns

If you want a little project, the Little Monkey Toy finishes at approximately 10 cm (4 inches) tall and uses small amounts of DK yarn.

The Mini Monkey is another option when you’re looking for a miniature knitted monkey rather than a large cuddly toy.

Small toys aren’t necessarily the easiest, however. Tiny pieces, shaping and assembly can sometimes make a miniature monkey more fiddly than a larger design.

Cuddly Monkey Toys to Knit

For something bigger, the Hugs Monkey Toy creates a colourful seated monkey approximately 30 cm tall. It’s an intermediate project with a striped body and contrasting face.

The Cheery Monkey is larger again at approximately 17 inches tall and is also rated intermediate.

These larger patterns are worth considering if you want a substantial cuddly toy rather than a miniature project.

Easy Monkey Knitting Patterns

If you’re new to knitted toys, check the techniques and construction before choosing your monkey.

Look for familiar knit and purl stitches, straightforward shaping and a manageable number of pieces. Some monkey patterns require extra techniques such as colourwork, short rows or detailed assembly, so the smallest design isn’t always the simplest.

For more suitable first projects, see our beginner knitting patterns.

Jungle Animals to Knit

Monkeys are just one of the jungle animals you can make.

Explore the jungle animal knitting patterns for elephants, tigers, hippos and other creatures, or visit the larger free animal knitting patterns collection.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where can I find free monkey knitting patterns?

Browse the patterns below for free knitted monkeys in different sizes and styles, from tiny monkey toys to larger colourful stuffed animals.

Are there small monkey knitting patterns?

Yes. The Little Monkey Toy measures approximately 10 cm (4 inches) tall, and you’ll find other miniature monkey projects in the collection.

Are monkey knitting patterns suitable for beginners?

It depends on the pattern. Look for simple construction and techniques you’re already comfortable with. More detailed monkeys may require shaping, colourwork and sewing several small pieces together.

What yarn can I use to knit a monkey?

Follow the yarn weight recommended by the individual pattern for the most predictable finished size. Several monkeys in this collection use DK yarn, but requirements vary between designs.

Are there free monkey knitting patterns to download?

Some original designers provide their free monkey patterns as downloadable files or PDFs, while others publish them online. Follow the original pattern link from each Knitting Bee pattern page to see the format currently available.

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Latest Free Monkey Knitting Patterns

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