It's no secret that summers fly by. Soon the buses will pull up, the bells will ring, and life will resume as usual when everyone goes back to school. Before that day comes, why not take a few moments during your summer to make something special for your child to use in September? Make the homework, tests, and practices more bearable with a personal and homemade gift from mom. From kindergarten to college, there is something in our Rule the School: 30 Back to School Knitting ideas that is perfect for your child. We have compiled a list of of clothing, accessories, teacher gifts, and dorm room necessities to make this the best school year yet. No matter what stage you are at, in knitting and in life, you are sure to love out first day of school ideas.

School supplies can be expensive, and often it does not fit your child's unique personality. Use these free knitting patterns as a way to create something as individual as your child. Incorporate their favorite colors and patterns so that they know how special they are and how much you love them. It doesn't matter how old your child gets, it's hard to send them off to school on that first day. They're growing up, entering new stages, and progressing into the incredible human beings you've always known they would become. Send them off this year with a personal, homemade gift so that they have a piece of you with them with all of their academic triumphs.  

Rule the School: 30 Back to School Knitting Ideas

Rule the School: 30 Back to School Knitting Ideas Table of Contents

First Day of School Clothing

Back to School Supplies

Tech Accessories

Teacher Gift Ideas

Dorm room Ideas

First Day of School Clothing

The first day of school outfit is crucial. It sets the tone for the year, informs people of who you want to be for the next few months. We've taken the pressure off with these awesome clothing patterns. From hats to hoodies, we've got you covered.

• Back to School Cardigan
• Cool Kid Hoodie
• Despicable Me Minion Hat
• Fox Earflap Beanie
• First Day Cardigan
• School Spirit Headband

Back to School Supplies

Shopping for back to school supplies was one of my favorite things to do in summer. I thought it was so much fun to match my backpack to my pencil case and pick out the most colorful notebooks and folders. I was one of the cool kids, can't you tell? Now your child has an actual chance at being cool with these fantastic classroom accessories that range from elementary to high school, although you may want one of those coffee cozies for yourself.

• Eyeglass Case
• Cabled Pocket Cozy
• Creative Key Cozy
• Horn of Plenty Fruit Cozies
• Knit Pencil Case
• Matching Cable Knit School Set
• On the Go Knit Bag
• Woven Cable Coffee Cozy
• Zipping Knitting Needle Pouch

Tech Accessories

Smartphones and tablets have taken over our world and cases are a necessity for any high school and college student. Here, we've collected free knitting patterns for your kid's phone, laptop, tablet, and even their DS.

• 1 Hour Sari Ribbon Netbook Case
• Cute and Colorful iPhone Cozies
• Funky Fab Tablet Cover
• Knit Laptop Sweater Pattern
• Nintendo DS Case with Game Pockets

Teacher Gift Ideas

It's important for your child to start off on the right foot with his or her teacher. Whether you want to make something for the teacher's classroom, desk, or for them to wear, show a little appreciation with these fun and thoughtful teacher gift ideas.

• Apple of My Eye Dishcloth
• Crayon Scarf
• Stuffed Apple Pincushion

Dorm Room Ideas

So your baby just graduated high school and is about to embark on their next adventure.  It doesn't matter if he or she is taller than you now, they'll always be your little one. Before they go off to school, make them something they will love with these great dorm room ideas. It doesn't matter how excited they are for college, there will be a night where they are homesick and need to wrap themselves in a blanket their mommy made. Give them a little comfort away from home this semester so they can take on the world like you know they will.

• Basket Weave Pillow
• Cozy Colors Garter Stitch Blanket
• Native Stripes Knit Blanket
• Peach Paradise Mop Cover
• Plush Bath Mat
• Reusable Duster
• Wooly Morning Glory Pillow