Spring Meadow Blanket Knitalong Part Two: Fair Isle and Eyelet

Difficulty

Intermediate
Yarn Type

DK / 8 ply
Designer

Sian Brown
Needle Size

US 6 / 4.0mm
Needle Type

Straight
Techniques

Fair Isle, knit, Purl

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

Learn two new stitches in Siân Brown’s gorgeous blanket-along.

It’s time for the next part of our exciting knitalong! This time we’ve got two fab floral squares for you to knit, including rows of Fair Isle flowers and a dainty eyelet lace design. Don’t forget, you can knit a 12 or 24 square version, just make one or two of each design. Share photos of your progress in our Facebook
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Sizing

All squares: 20cm x 20cm
12-square blanket: 66cm x 86cm
24 square blanket: 86cm x 126cm

What you'll need

Yarn: Stylecraft Special DK, shades (A) 1005 Cream, two 100g balls, (B) 1711 Spice, (C) 1422 Aspen, (D) 1080 Pale Rose, (E) 1712 Lime, (F) 1277 Violet, (G) 1823 Mustard, (H) 1432 Wisteria, (I) 1188 Lavender, (J) 1084 Magenta, one 100g ball of each
Needles: 4mm
Tapestry needle

NOTE: this is all the yarn and equipment needed for every part of the knitalong; shades and items in bold are used in this instalment.

Meet the designer

Siân Brown completed a fashion and textiles degree before starting a successful career in knitwear, which included her becoming a visiting lecturer at London College of Fashion. If you enjoyed making this pattern, make Siân's lace border cardigan next.

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