Alpine Lap Blanket Knitting Pattern

Difficulty

Intermediate
Yarn Type

DK / 8 ply
Designer

Nicola Valiji
Needle Size

US 6 / 4.0mm
Needle Type

Straight, Circular
Techniques

Cables, Fair Isle, knit

Safety Notice: Handmade items made from this pattern may contain small parts or long cords that pose choking or strangulation risks. Not suitable for children under 3 years. Please see the full safety disclaimer at letsknit.co.uk/safety.

What you need to know

Use DK yarn to knit Nicola Valiji's cosy blanket

This vibrant blanket is the perfect size for keeping your knees cosy on a winter’s night, while leaving your arms free for more knitting. It features six different squares made using a variety of stitch techniques, and there’s something for all skill levels. If you don’t fancy making a blanket, assemble a few of your favourite squares into a cushion cover or even a patch pocket on a cardi - go on, get creative!

Sizing

Blanket: 70cm x 60cm

What you need

Yarn: Snowglobe Yarn Kit, DK, shades Leafy Green, Golden Yellow, Blush Pink, Snowy White, Santa Red, Variegated,
four 22g balls of each
Needles: 4mm straight and 80cm circular (for edging)
Tapestry needle
NOTE: these needles are not included in your yarn kit

Stitches and skills used

Cast on
Knit
Purl
Cast off
Eyelets/Lace (yfwd, k2tog, ssk)
Colourwork
Changing colour
Cables
Cast off

Meet the designer

Nicola Valiji is a regular designer for Let's Knit Together – she first learned how to knit while making a Jean Greenhowe doll with help from her nan. You can view more of Nicola's designs here. See more Christmas knitting patterns here.

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