Using only knit and purl stitches this pattern would be great for a beginner knitter.

SKILL LEVEL : beginner .
You will need to know how to cast on stitches, knit and purl confidently, read a row by row knitting pattern, bind off stitches and weave in ends.

4 different size baby blanket /afghan / throw can be made with this pattern.
BLANKET SIZES
Stroller 26” x 31.5” (66 cm x 80 cm) approx.
Crib 32” x 42” (81 cm x 106 cm) approx.
Medium 43” x 56” (110 cm x 143 cm) approx.
Large 55” x 71” ( 141 cm x 181 cm) approx.

RECOMMENDED YARNS: worsted /afghan / aran
Stroller 645 – 670 yards (590 -610m)
Crib 985 – 1080 yards (900 -990 m)
Medium 2080 – 2180 yards (1900 – 2000 m)
Large 3160 - 3220 yards (2890 – 2950 m)
Please note, yarn amounts are approximate!

NEEDLES: US 9 - 10 (5.5 – 6 mm) 29” - 60” ( 80 cm – 150 cm) circular knitting needles or size to obtain gauge.
GAUGE: on US 9 -10 needles (5.5mm - 6 mm)
4” x 4” (10 x 10 cm) = 16 sts x 24 rows
Gauge is not important as it is a blanket and it just amends the size a bit.
Other: tapestry needle, stitch markers.

You can always contact me if you have any questions, I will be happy to help.