Counting Turtles Baby Blanket Knitting Pattern

Difficulty

Intermediate
Yarn Type

4 ply / Fingering / Sock
Designer

Cascade Yarns
Needle Size

US 4 / 3.5mm
Needle Type

Double-pointed, Circular
Techniques

Garter , 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

This counting turtles baby blanket is a slow-and-steady knit with plenty of personality. Worked in cosy stocking with garter stitch borders, each block introduces a new turtle motif to keep your stitches from feeling turtle-y repetitive. With playful colour changes, simple shaping, and charted shells that add just the right texture, it’s a pattern that keeps your needles happily clicking along.

Sizing

73cm wide x 91.5cm long (29in wide x 36in long)

What you need

Cascade Yarns® Noble Cotton 100% Mercerized Long Staple Cotton 100g (3.5oz) / 220yds (200m): A – 3 skeins of colour #27 (Parrot Green); B – 1 skein of colour #26 (Garden Green); C – 2 skeins of colour #42 (Turquoise); D – 2 skeins of colour #03 (Orange); E – 2 skeins of colour #30 (Yellow)
Knitting needles: 3.75mm (32in) circular knitting needles, 3.75mm double pointed
Embroidery needle
Black thread
White four-holed buttons, assorted sizes

Meet the designer

Cascade Yarns is a trusted, family-run yarn brand known for its wide range of high-quality fibres at accessible prices. From everyday basics to luxurious natural blends, Cascade offers dependable, beautifully spun yarns loved by makers of all levels. With a focus on colour, value and versatility, it’s a favourite for knitters and crocheters worldwide. If you enjoyed this blanket pattern, make the alphabet bobble blanket knitting pattern next.

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