Garter Stitch Comfort Blanket

This delightful pattern is designed for a charming square baby blanket, featuring an engaging garter stitch combined with a delicate eyelet edging. Its straightforward design not only makes it visually appealing but also highlights those special yarns beautifully, making it an ideal project for knitters who are just transitioning from beginner to intermediate levels. The blanket is perfect for those ready to explore the foundations of lace knitting. Yarn - Choose any DK weight yarn to create this lovely blanket. The sample shown was crafted using approximately 200g (450yds) of DK weight Superfine Alpaca yarn (70% Alpaca/30% BFL) sourced from UK Alpacas. The colorway used is “Parchment,” which adds a soft, gentle touch to the overall design. Needles & Notions - A 5.00mm needle is recommended; using circular needles will likely make the knitting process easier, especially since you’ll be working across the diagonal of the blanket. Don’t forget a tapestry needle for weaving in the ends to give your project a polished finish. Gauge/Tension - Aim for a gauge of 12 stitches x 22 rows (equivalent to 11 garter ridges) over a 10cm/4” square when using 5mm needles. Size Chart - The final size of your blanket will depend on how much yarn you choose to use. The sample produced at the specified tension measures 69cm (27 ¼“) square, making it a cozy addition for any little one. Techniques Required - This pattern incorporates several essential knitting techniques, including casting on, knitting, decreasing (k3tog), yarn overs, and binding off. Embark on your next knitting project with this lovely square baby blanket pattern that blends simplicity with a touch of elegance!