knitty.com
A cool online magazine with tons of free patterns. This is one of my favorite sites.
http://www.kittyville.com/knit.html
I have knit the hats on this site. The patterns are cute & easy to follow.
http://www.diynetwork.com/diy/na_kni..._14141,00.html
DIY network knitting page. Patterns featured on the program "Knitty Gritty". Also, instructions on techniques. Most of the patterns are beginner level or fairly easy.