Crisscross Applesauce uses twisted stitches to make this striking motif. The pattern is conveniently written in four sizes; a lovie, stroller, crib, and throw sized blanket. See finished measurements below. Instructions for Crisscross Applesauce are charted and written for personal preference and all measurements are given in US and metric.

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MATERIALS
Yarn: worsted weight

• 250 (780, 1450, 2000) yd
• 230 (715, 1325, 1830) m

Needles: US 8 / 5.0 mm needles or needles to gauge

Notions: (2) stitch markers, (1) double point needle US 5 / 3.75 mm or smaller for making cluster stitch, and a tapestry needle for weaving in ends

GAUGE (unblocked)
20 stitches and 28 rows to 4 in / 10 cm over Ridged Rib motif

22 stitches and 28 rows to 4 in / 10 cm over Crisscross Applesauce motif

BLANKET SIZES
Lovie (stroller, crib, throw)

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

• 16 x 16 (25 x 32, 33 x 45, 43 x 53) in

• 41 x 41 (63.5 x 81, 84 x 115, 110 x 135) cm