Textured Squares Baby Blanket Knitting Pattern

Difficulty

Beginner
Yarn Type

DK / 8 ply
Designer

Laura Strutt
Needle Size

US 7 / 4.5mm
Needle Type

Straight
Techniques

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

Soft, textured squares join together to make Laura Strutt's nap-worthy baby blanket.

Suitable for beginner knitters, this baby blanket pattern combines a simple pattern of knit and purl stitches to create a tactile design with textured squares that is fully reversible. This project is taken from Knitted Baby Blankets by Laura Strutt, published by CICO Books (£14.99). Photography by Holly Jolliffe © CICO Books.

Sizing

54cm x 60cm

What you'll need

Yarn: Debbie Bliss Cotton DK light worsted weight yarn (100% cotton; 92yds/84m per 1¾oz/50g ball), 3 balls of shade 81 Heather (lilac)
Knitting needles: 4.5mm
Stitch markers, two
Tapestry needle

Meet the designer

Laura Strutt is a UK-based designer, author and former magazine editor known for her vibrant, beginner-friendly knitting patterns. She has authored numerous craft books, including Knitted Baby Blankets where this project was taken from.

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