Self-Striping Baby Blanket Knitting Pattern

Difficulty

Intermediate
Yarn Type

Chunky / Bulky
Designer

Jo Allport
Needle Size

6.5mm
Needle Type

Circular
Techniques

knit, Lace, 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

Give the gift of comfort with Jo Allport’s baby blanket, adorned with lace details and gentle, textured patterns.

Let the yarn do the colourwork! The main pattern on this baby blanket is made up of alternating knit and purl stitches over a 14-row repeat. The edging then uses increases and decreases to create a lovely lacy scallop effect. Don’t worry, we’ll talk you through all the different techniques. This blanket is the perfect size for babies or even as a lap-blanket for adults.

Sizing

81cm square

What you'll need

Yarn: Rico Creative Melange Chunky, shade 59, seven 50g balls
Needles: 6.5mm, straight and circular
Tapestry needle

Meet the designer

Jo Allport is a knitwear designer based in Stirling, Scotland. Jo loves to draw inspiration from the Scottish countryside surrounding her home. Love this blanket? Make Jo's cabled beanie hat pattern next.

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