Shape Shifters Block 1

Shape Shifters blocks are specifically designed for the Shape Shifters club on Ravelry. Each month, for 12 months, I will publish a new block design which can be used to make blankets of any size, throw pillow covers, placemats, scarves, and stoles.

The name Shape Shifters came about when I had the idea for a Block-A-Month club. Each square design will feature geometric shapes within the square, hence the name “Shape Shifters.” If you are interested in joining the club and would like information on how to qualify for special free-to-members-only block patterns, please visit the Shape Shifters group on Ravelry. Special discounts apply for multiple block purchases, visit the group for details.

Size:
12” / 30cm square after blocking

Materials
Yarn:
Cascade 220 Superwash 100% Wool, 100g / 3.5oz
220yds / 200m, 3 colors

Yardage per block:
MC - 4g
CC1 - 30g total
CC2 - 24g total
Each of the 9 squares in Block 1 requires 6g

Needles:
US 5 / 3.75mm 24” or longer
US 5 / 3.75mm DPNs (optional)

Gauge:
20 sts and 40 rows (20 garter ridges) = 4” / 10cm in garter stitch before blocking

Supplies:
Tapestry or yarn needle, rust-proof pins for blocking, crochet hook, 1 removable marker

Skill Level: Beginner
Basic knitting skills, garter stitch, picking up stitches, modular knitting