Contrasting Blocks Blanket by Tori Gurbisz

Contrasting Blocks Blanket

Knitting
August 2024
both are used in this pattern
Bulky (7 wpi) ?
15 stitches and 20 rows = 4 inches
in Stockinette stitch
US 10 - 6.0 mm
1312 yards (1200 m)
One Size
English
This pattern is available for free.

This Blanket is made up of alternating strips knit flat separately and then seamed together. A border is picked up and knit once seaming is complete. Cut yarn after each color block. A circular needle is used to accommodate the large number of stitches for the border, straight needles may be used for the strips if desired.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS:
Length: 50”
Width: 38”

MATERIALS:
Premier® Yarns Puzzle® Solids (100% Acrylic; 7oz/200g, 328yds/300m)
• MC: 2162-02 Rust – 2 balls
Premier® Yarns Puzzle® (100% Acrylic; 7oz/200g, 328yds/300m)
• CC: 1050-44 Kickball – 2 balls

NEEDLES & NOTIONS:
• US Size 10 (6mm) 24” circular or size needed to obtain gauge
• Tapestry needle

SKILLS/TECHNIQUES USED IN THIS PATTERN:
• Knit and purl stitches.
• Picking up and knitting.
• Changing colors.
• Seaming with mattress stitch.