My cousin is having a baby shower next week, so I’ve decided to knit some things. I’ve been working on a blanket with some thick yarn, but have noticed that I would need to buy more skeins to finish it.
Looking around my craft room, I noticed lots of different chunky yarns. So, I decided to “fill in” some space with a different yarn. When I did a few rows with the new yarn, I was pleased. It felt so good - so interesting. I imagined that a baby would enjoy feeling the different textures as well.
So, I started adding different yarns, for an amazing textural effect. I’m only using washable yarns, because every mother knows a baby blanket should be ready to throw in the washer and dryer.
This blanket is so much fun to touch!
Sandy’s “Gotta Touch It” Baby Blanket
Gauge: About 3 stitches per inch. (Chunky yarns)
Yarns: (you can substitute any color combination you like)
Color A - 1 skein Red Heart Bright and Lofty – Beach
Color B - 1 skein Lion Brand Velvetspun - White
Color C - 1 skein Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick and Quick – Pine 182
Color D - 1 skein Lion Brand Velvetspun - Light Blue
Needles:
U.S. Size 13 circular needles (21 inches long)
Start by casting on about 50 stitches.
Knit every row, with this color plan:
20 rows Color A
10 rows Color B
10 rows Color C
10 rows Color D
6 rows Color A
10 rows Color D
10 rows Color C
10 rows Color B
20 rows Color A
If you want, you can add a border of single or half-double crochet all around with one of the yarns. (I used the Wool-Ease Thick & Quick for my half-double crochet border.)
My grandson is 7 1/2 mos old and loves to touch fabrics. He scratches away when one texture changes to another. I just know your cousin’s baby is going to love that blanket!
I sure hope so. I remember when my boys were little, they loved to touch things too. I’ve also heard that babies like contrasting colors, so I think this will fall into that category as well.
I know one thing - I LOVE to work on this blanket. It feels like heaven in my lap.
You’re welcome Jenelle. I added a line at the bottom of the pattern today to add a crochet border if you want. I think that will help to make it look complete.
I’ll post a photo when I finish mine. I’m at the halfway point tonight.
I finished the blanket, and it turned out so nice!
Here’s the updated pattern:
Sandy’s “Gotta Touch It” Baby Blanket Gauge: About 3 stitches per inch. (Chunky yarns)
Yarns: (you can substitute any color combination you like)
Color A - 1 skein Red Heart Bright and Lofty – Beach
Color B - 1 skein Lion Brand Velvetspun - White
Color C - 1 skein Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick and Quick – Pine 182
Color D - 1 skein Lion Brand Velvetspun - Light Blue
Needles:
U.S. Size 13 circular needles (21 inches long)
Start by casting on about 50 stitches.
Knit every row, with this color plan:
20 rows Color A
10 rows Color B
10 rows Color C
10 rows Color D
6 rows Color A
10 rows Color D
10 rows Color C
10 rows Color B
20 rows Color A
If you want, you can add a border of single or half-double crochet all around with one of the yarns. (I used the Wool-Ease Thick & Quick for my half-double crochet border.)
May want to get that one to a doctor. 