Pocket Cottages · Knitting Pattern

Following the absolute mega success of my classic crocheted Tiny Houses (thanks for keeping them my top pin ever for years now, friends!) I knew that I had to get around to making a knitted version of them at one point. Crocheted toys and ornaments are fabulous, but there’s something timeless and satisfying about knitted toys – they make me smile. Sure, they take a longer time to make than crocheted ones, but it’s really worth it! So, a few months ago I designed these Pocket Cottages, a pair of sweet and rustic miniature houses that are so fun to make, great for using up scraps and make perfect little gifts or favours. For this pattern you’ll use only basic knitting stitches and practice simple embroidery skills, so its the ideal little project for confident beginners.
Are you ready to make your own little knitted village?

At A Glance: Pocket Cottages Easy / Confident Beginner
Materials & Tools	Yarn: DK-weight yarn scraps (Wool recommended for a clean finish) Sample Palette: C1: Off-White (02), C2: Dune (07) Needles: 3.5 mm straight or circular needles Embroidery: Small amounts of dark brown, mustard yellow, and light green yarn/thread Notions: Yarn needle, scissors (Optional: Jute string, buttons, sequins)
Craft Style	Knitting & Embroidery
Construction	Worked flat, seamed, and embroidered
Gauge	Not crucial for this pattern
Variations	Flat roof & Pointed roof options included
Creative Embellishment Note This project is a blank canvas for your creativity! Along with the default embroidery color suggestions for the foliage, doors, and windows, feel free to sew on tiny buttons, shiny sequins, or rustic jute hanging ribbon to give each cottage its own unique personality.

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Specs & Prep Info Pattern Details
Materials & Yarn	Yarn C1: Hobbii Friends Wool — Off-White (02) Yarn C2: Hobbii Friends Wool — Dune (07) Needles: 3.5 mm straight or circular needles Embroidery: Dark brown, mustard yellow, & light green Notions: Yarn needle, embroidery thread, scissors Optional: Buttons, sequins, jute string, or stuffing
Construction	Worked flat, seamed, & embroidered
Flat Roof Size	Approx. 3.5″ × 3″
Pointed Roof Size	Approx. 3″ × 3.5″
Gauge	Not crucial for this pattern
Yarn Substitute	Any DK-weight yarn (Wool recommended)
Abbreviations (US Terms)	CO: Cast on BO: Bind off K: Knit P: Purl KFB: Knit front & back K2tog: Knit 2 together RS: Right side WS: Wrong side St(s): Stitch(es) Rep: Repeat
Essential Maker Notes Always block your pieces before assembly for a clean finish! Slightly uneven embroidery simply adds to the rustic, handmade character. Use doubled yarn for prominent doors/windows, but don’t pull too tightly. Toy stuffing is optional – tucked-in yarn ends provide great padding!

Pocket Cottages · Knitting Pattern

Mimosa Cottage

Instructions

Cast On: CO 16 sts using color C1.

Main Body (First Side)

Rows 1 to 16: Work in stockinette stitch (Knit RS rows, Purl WS rows), ending after a WS row. (16 sts)

Roof

Change to color C2.

Rows 17 to 27: Work in stockinette stitch, ending after a RS row.

Main Body (Second Side)

Change back to color C1.

Rows 28 to 43: Work in stockinette stitch, ending after a WS row.

Bind Off: BO all stitches.

Finishing

Fold: Fold the piece in half with the Right Side (RS) facing out, so the center roof section (C2) forms the peak at the top.
Embroider: Add your windows, door, and personalized details to the flat body sections before seaming.
Stuff: Weave in your loose yarn ends, or tuck them inside the cottage to act as light padding. Add a small bit of toy stuffing if desired.
Seam: Cleanly seam up the sides and across the bottom base to secure your finished cottage.

Sunflower Cottage

Instructions

Cast On: CO 2 sts using color C2.

Roof Increases

Row 1 (RS): KFB each st. (4 sts)
Row 2 (WS): K.
Row 3 (RS): KFB, K2, KFB. (6 sts)
Row 4 (WS): K.
Row 5 (RS): KFB, K4, KFB. (8 sts)
Row 6 (WS): K.
Row 7 (RS): KFB, K6, KFB. (10 sts)
Row 8 (WS): K.
Row 9 (RS): KFB, K8, KFB. (12 sts)
Row 10 (WS): K.
Row 11 (RS): KFB, K10, KFB. (14 sts)
Row 12 (WS): K.
Row 13 (RS): KFB, K12, KFB. (16 sts)
Row 14 (WS): K.

Body

Change to color C1.

Rows 15 to 43: Work in stockinette stitch (Knit RS rows, Purl WS rows), ending after a RS row.

Roof Decreases

Change back to color C2.

Row 44 (WS): K16.
Row 45 (RS): K2tog, knit to last 2 sts, K2tog. (14 sts)
Row 46 (WS): K.
Row 47 (RS): K2tog, knit to last 2 sts, K2tog. (12 sts)
Row 48 (WS): K.
Row 49 (RS): K2tog, knit to last 2 sts, K2tog. (10 sts)
Row 50 (WS): K.
Row 51 (RS): K2tog, knit to last 2 sts, K2tog. (8 sts)
Row 52 (WS): K.
Row 53 (RS): K2tog, knit to last 2 sts, K2tog. (6 sts)
Row 54 (WS): K.
Row 55 (RS): K2tog, K2, K2tog. (4 sts)
Row 56 (WS): K.
Row 57 (RS): K2tog twice. (2 sts)

Break yarn leaving a tail. Draw the tail through the remaining 2 stitches and pull tightly to secure the peak.

Assembly

Embroider: Add your window, door, and sunflower details to the flat body section before seaming.
Fold: Fold the piece in half so the two roof decrease sections match up perfectly at the top peak.
Stuff: Tuck your loose yarn tails inside to act as padding, or add a tiny amount of toy stuffing if you prefer.
Finish: Cleanly seam up the side edges and across the bottom base to close your cottage.

You may sell finished items made from this pattern with credit to Emmaknitty. Do not copy or redistribute the pattern.

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Happy knitting!