Graph Paper Blanket
Graph Paper Blanket
INSTANT DOWNLOAD PDF KNITTING PATTERN
Graph Paper blanket knitting pattern is easy to knit with super bulky yarn.
This cozy, chunky throw is knit in one piece on US size 15 circular knitting needles.
The repeating square pattern mimics the grid of graph paper and gives a timeless, classic design.
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As of November 2021, this pattern has a rating of 5 out of 5 stars on Ravelry for overall results.
DIRECTIONS FOR FIVE BLANKET SIZES:
Approximate sizes after blocking…
Baby/Infant: 30” wide x 35.25” long
Small/Crib/Lap Blanket: 37.5” wide x 39.5” long
Medium Throw: 41.5” wide by 43.75” long
Large Throw: 45” wide x 48” long
XL Afghan: 48.75” wide x 56.5” long
Any of the blanket sizes may be made longer by adding pattern repeats. Each pattern repeat adds about 4.25” to the length of the blanket. Pattern includes estimates for additional yardage needed to make blankets longer.
SKILL LEVEL: Easy
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.
For best results, blocking of finished blanket is recommended.
SUPER BULKY #6 WEIGHT YARN:
Baby: 440 - 460 yards
Small: 615 - 640 yards
Medium: 745 - 775 yards
Large: 880 - 920 yards
XL: 1150 - 1200 yards
I loved using Valley Yarns ‘Valley Superwash Super Bulky’ in the ‘Light Blue’ colorway from WEBS yarn store.
This pattern will work well with many super bulky weight yarns. For more yarn suggestions… see my blog post with 12 super bulky yarns for blanket knitting.
Be sure to buy additional yarn if you plan to add length to your blanket.
The texture of the pattern will show up best with a solid color yarn.
GAUGE:
Stockinette stitch with US size 15 needles: approximately 8.5 stitches & 11 rows = 4”
Exact gauge is not essential.
KNITTING NEEDLES:
In order to accommodate the large number of stitches, long circular needles are highly recommended.
SKILL LEVEL: Easy
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.
For best results, blocking of finished blanket is recommended.
Written pattern with row by row instructions.
This pattern is written in English using standard U.S. knitting terms.
INSTANT DOWNLOAD KNITTING PATTERN:
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