Beginner Blanket Knitting Pattern
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This beginner blanket knitting pattern was designed using my favorite combination of knit & purl stitches. It’s a classic stitch that stands the test of time. The Moss Knit Stitch. It’s a simple four row repeat that’s easy to memorize.
About the Pattern
Available Sizes: Seven
Pattern Format: Written Pattern, No Chart
Pattern Language: English
Skill Level: Beginner
PDF Format: Printer Friendly
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Techniques
Here are some of the knitting skills you need to know before getting started:
Knit Flat (Back & Forth)
Knit & Purl Stitches
WHAT’S TO LOVE!?
- Beginner-friendly
- Stress-free, simple & meditative
- Beautiful texture
- Perfect relaxed drape
- No borders & no curling
- Accent for a living room, bedroom, or cozy reading nook
- Makes a great gift!
Yarn & Substitutions
Yarn Weight: Super Bulky
Yardage: 318 – 1166 yards (291 – 1066 meters)
Suggested Yarn: Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick & Quick
Super Bulky Yarn Substitutes
Don’t have Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick on hand? No worries! These super bulky yarn substitutes work beautifully with this pattern:
- Rowan Big Wool (100% wool)
- Cascade Yarns Pacific Chunky
- Paintbox Simply Super Chunky
- Yarn Bee Dream Supreme
Keep in mind: super bulky yarn weights can vary by brand. Always check your gauge before starting.
Need more options? Check out my full Super Bulky Yarn Guide here →
Needles & Notions
Needle Size: US 15 (10mm) Circular Needles with a 40″ (100cm) Cable
Gauge
7 STS & 13 rows per 4″ (10cm) square, knit in the pattern below
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Sizes
Receiving: 26″ x 35″ (66cm x 89cm) (CO 51 STS) (3-4 skeins)
Baby: 34″ x 36″ (86cm x 91cm) (CO 67 STS) (5-6 skeins)
Toddler: 38″ x 59″ (96cm x 150cm) (CO 75 STS) (9-10 skeins)
Throw: 38″ x 47″ (96cm x 119cm) (CO 75 STS) (7-8 skeins)
Square: 46″ x 46″ (117cm x 117cm) (CO 83 STS) (8-9 skeins)
Twin: 38″ x 75″ (96cm x 190cm) (CO 75 STS) (10-11 skeins)
Queen: 68″ x 63″ (173cm x 160cm) (CO 109 STS) (10-11 skeins)
Notes
Reversible
CO edge is the width
Knit using the moss or double seed knit stitch
Knit flat, back & forth, on circular needles
A circular needle is used to accommodate the large number of CO stitches
Video
Click here to watch the “Moss Knit Stitch” video tutorial.
Knitting Abbreviations
*– * – repeat between * to end of row
BO – bind-off in pattern
CO – cast-on (long-tail cast-on method)
K – knit stitches (K1 means to knit 1 stitch)
P – purl stitches (P2 means to purl 2 stitches)
STS – stitches
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Pattern Instructions
CO desired # of STS, see Sizes section above.
Row 1: *K1, P1* K1
Row 2: *P1, K1* P1
Row 3: *P1, K1* P1
Row 4: *K1, P1* K1
Repeat rows 1-4 until you’ve reached your desired length.
End on a Row 1 and BO in the Row 2 pattern.
Weave in the ends.
No blocking required.
I ended my queen sized blanket when it was 68″ long. It hangs off a little on the end and I tuck it under my pillows. If you’d like it to fit over your pillows, you’ll want to make it longer.
