Textured Knit Blanket with Color Blocks

Textured Knit Blanket with Color Blocks

Materials:

• 2 skeins of bulky weight yarn in red
• 2 skeins of bulky weight yarn in gray
• Knitting needles, size 10.5 (6.5mm)
• Tapestry needle for weaving in ends

Gauge:

4 stitches and 6 rows = 1 inch in garter stitch

Abbreviations:

• CO: Cast On
• K: Knit
• BO: Bind Off

Instructions:

Beginning with Red Section

1. Using red yarn, CO 80 stitches.
2. Row 1: K all stitches.
3. Repeat Row 1 for a total of 40 rows, or until the section measures approximately 7 inches.

Add the Gray Stripe

1. Change to gray yarn.
2. Row 1: K all stitches.
3. Repeat Row 1 for 4 rows to create a distinct color stripe between the sections.

Complete with Gray Section

1. Continue with gray yarn, repeating Row 1 for a total of 40 rows, or until the gray section matches the length of the red section.
2. Ensure the overall length of your blanket measures around 28 inches.

Finishing

1. BO all stitches loosely.
2. Trim yarn, leaving a tail to weave in.
3. Use the tapestry needle to weave in all loose ends.

Your cozy, textured knit blanket with bold color blocks is now complete. Perfect to keep on your couch or gift to a loved one!