Tartan Picnic Beginner Blanket Project

Difficulty

Intermediate
Yarn Type

Aran / Worsted
Designer

Sian Brown
Needle Size

US 8 / 5.0mm
Needle Type

Circular
Techniques

Stocking Stitch, Intarsia, Moss

What you need to know

Learn how to create your own classic tartan picnic blanket with this knitting pattern.

This gorgeous knitted picnic blanket by Siân Brown uses intarsia colourwork to create a timeless tartan effect. The blanket uses Rowan Summer Tweed and Rowan All Seasons Cotton to create a rustic effect in beautiful outdoor colours. Remember to twist your yarns together mid-row to prevent holes forming.

What do I need?

Yarn: Rowan Summer Tweed, shade 508 Oats, five 50g balls, shade 552 Bamboo, seven 50g balls, Rowan All Seasons Cotton, shade 241 Damson, four 50g balls
Needles: 5mm circular

Sizing

100cm x 128cm

Top knit tip

Moss stitch is a basic stitch which alternates between knitting one stitch and purling one stitch. For the first row of this pattern, work (k1, p1) to the end of the row, finishing on a knit stitch. Turn your work, and begin working (k1, p1) again. This creates a lovely textured stitch pattern. If you are ever unsure which stitch to work next, always knit into the stitch that looks like a purl (bump shape) and purl into the stitch that looks like a knit (v shape).

Meet the designer

Siân Brown is a designer for magazines, yarn companies and publishers. She 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, then why not make this easy basketweave bag? Visit this page to see more designs from Siân.

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