7 Free Doughnut Projects Round-Up

Get free doughnuts everyday — when you make them yourself using Yarnspirations free patterns! Celebrate National Doughnut Day with these crochet and knit doughnut (or donut) patterns.

7 Free Doughnut Patterns
Donuts! Free Knitting Pattern

Donuts!

Knit these classic donuts to make lovely pieces for a play kitchen.

Yarn: Lily Sugar n’ Cream

Download the Donuts! free knitting pattern

Crochet Donut Free Crochet Pattern

Crochet Donut

Crochet donuts and matching donut holes, and add eyes for amigurumi cuteness.

Yarn: Red Heart Amigurumi

Download the Crochet Donut free crochet pattern

Doughnut Ornament Free Crochet Pattern

Doughnut Ornament

Chocolate makes the best topping for a sweet holiday treat!

Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver

Download the Doughnut Ornament free crochet pattern

Dangling Donut Ornament Free Crochet Pattern

Dangling Donut Ornament

Add embroidery instead of beads on this other take of a donut ornament! Both work equally well in a play kitchen if you make them without the loop.

Yarn: Red Heart Super Saver

Download the Dangling Donut Ornament free crochet pattern

Sweet Knit Donut Toy Free Knitting Pattern

Sweet Knit Donut Toy

Doughnuts come to life with this toy that has arms and legs!

Yarn: Caron Simply Soft

Download the Sweet Knit Donut Toy free knitting pattern

Donut Dishcloth Free Knitting Pattern

Donut Dishcloth

Clean your sticky plates off with a matching dishcloth!

Yarn: Bernat Handicrafter Cotton

Download the Donut Dishcloth free knitting pattern

Knit Donut Blanket Free Knitting Pattern

Donut Blanket

Kids and parents with a sweet tooth will appreciate this fun baby blanket.

Yarn: Bernat Baby Blanket

Download the Donut Blanket free knitting pattern

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are these patterns only for crochet?

Honestly… no! While many of these adorable doughnut patterns are for crochet, there are also some super fun knit options too. It’s a nice mix to get everyone involved!

Can I really make these for my kids?

Yes! The “Donuts!” knitting pattern and the “Crochet Donut” pattern are perfect for play kitchens or little amigurumi friends. Just imagine their happy faces…

What kind of yarn should I use for these?

So here’s the thing… the patterns suggest specific yarns like Lily Sugar n’ Cream, Red Heart Amigurumi, and Bernat Handicrafter Cotton, which are all great choices for these projects. But you can totally experiment with what you have!

I’m new to crochet, can I do this?

Some of these patterns are listed as advanced beginner, like the “Crochet Donut” and “Doughnut Ornament” patterns. That means you should have a little experience, but you can totally tackle them with a bit of patience. You got this!

Are these patterns really free?

You bet! All of the doughnut projects featured in this round-up are completely free patterns from Yarnspirations. Just click the links to download them and get started!

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