This is a beautiful example of how the simplest of stitches can be used to create something truly special. Conceived as an approachable project for beginners, the entire blanket is worked with nothing more than knit and purl stitches. The fabric’s vertical ribs and horizontal welts come together like puzzle pieces to create a tessellated pattern of rhythmic textural diamonds. The blanket’s architectural lines catch the light and create satisfying texture.

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Please note: the stitch patterns used for this blanket include written as well as charted instructions.

Construction

Blanket is worked flat in one piece from the bottom up.

Finished Dimensions

Lap Blanket (Small Throw, Large Throw)

• W: 36¾″/93.5 cm × L: 50¼″/127.5 cm (W: 47″/119.5 cm × L: 64¼″/163 cm, W: 62½″/159 cm × L: 73¼″/186 cm)

Yarn

• 1797 (2938, 4454) yards 1643 (2687, 4073) meters of DK-weight wool yarn
• Small Throw size shown in Brooklyn Tweed Arbor (145 yards/50 g) in color Norway

Gauge

25 stitches & 32 rows = 4″/10 cm in blocked 2×2 Rib Pattern

Needles

One 32″/80 cm or longer circular needle in size needed to obtain gauge

• Suggested size: US 5/3.75 mm

Tutorials for all special techniques listed below are included:

• Reading Charts
• Blocking

Skill Level

1 out of 5: Beginner