Join us for the BlackSheep Sampler Blacket-A-Long. You may join us in the shop if you are local, on the Ravelry forum if you are not, or take Kelli’s SkillShare class videos for extra help along the way. This sampler will start with easier knitting patterns and progress to more difficult and more advanced techniques. We even have a crochet option!

Our KAL will be a mystery with new squares added each month. Pick up a kit to join us with our chosen yarns or grab a copy of the pattern for “buy as you go” or “stash diving.”

Blankets are especially fun to make and when it comes to sampler blankets, the patterns and size are the key. This sampler of 24 patterns can be made to any size based on the number of squares you knit. As is, the blanket would be the perfect size for a baby, crib, or toddler blanket. Knit a second version of twelve of the squares and you have a nice size lap blanket. Continue to add squares and make your own ‘knitted quilt’ for your bed. It really is up to you!

For new knitters, this is a great way to work your way through more advanced stitches and “learn as you go.” For more experienced knitters, you might find yourself refreshing old skills. This pattern is meant for beginning knitters to experienced knitters and all those in-between. Please read the entire pattern before beginning. Note: Knit your squares to six inches even if you don’t bind off where I have indicated.

Yarn: 12 Skeins Erika Knight Gossypium Cotton, 100% Cotton, 1308 yards

Needle: US 4 (3.5 mm) Hiya Hiya Circular needles or needles to obtain gauge

Gauge: 6.5 stitches per inch (spi) and 9 rows per inch (rpi) OR 26 stitches & 36 rows to 4 inches/10 cm in stockinette

Size: 30 inches wide by 36 inches long, but as large as you want to make it with extra squares.

To alter the size: Add or subtract squares as desired to make your blanket larger or smaller. Each square is knit or crocheted to be 6 inches square.