Rainbow Blanket Set Knitting Pattern

Difficulty

Beginner
Yarn Type

DK / 8 ply
Designer

Helen Ardley
Needle Size

US 6 / 4.0mm
Needle Type

Straight
Techniques

Garter

What you need to know

This garter stitch dog and blanket set by Helen Ardley would make a fabulous charity make.

Our knitted miniature dachshund, Dudley, could be a treasured companion for a new baby or an adorable toy for a tot; this little fella and his matching rainbow blanket are striped, so you could easily use any DK weight yarn and, for knitters on a strict budget, vary the width of the lines to use up any oddments of yarn. This set also makes a thoughtful charity make, whether you're looking to make money or gift to those in need.

Sizing

Blanket: 76cm x 59cm (exc. ribbon)
Dog: 46cm x 12cm

What you need

Yarn: King Cole Merino Blend DK, (A) shade 1 White, (B) shade 5 Sky, (C) shade 787 Fushia, (D) shade 69 Olive, (E) shade 55 Gold, (F) shade 771 Kingfisher, (G) shade 703 Cranberry, two 50g balls of each
Needles: 4mm
Buttons: two, for eyes
Felt circles, 2.5cm wide, two
Toy stuffing
Ribbon to go around all four sides of blanket, 4cm wide

NOTE: If making just one of the items only one ball of each shade is needed

Meet the designer

Helen Ardley is a knitwear and crochet designer with a passion for texture and colour. She's the author of knitting bible How To Knit, as well as Cute Crochet for Tiny Tots and Crocheted Accessories. If you enjoyed making Helen's rainbow striped set, we think you'll enjoy making her quick nautical collection next.

Top knit tip

It's vital that you think about the safety of your knitted item. Ensuring that seams are tightly finished goes a long was to making sure that this project lasts a long time. This is particularly important when sewing on the small details like the ears which could easily be pulled of by a determined tot. If the gift is for a young baby, embroider eyes instead of using buttons.

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