Blankets in Sirdar Snuggly Jolly - 4724 - Downloadable PDF

Blankets in Sirdar Snuggly Jolly 4724 – Knitting Pattern Summary

This downloadable PDF knitting pattern (Sirdar 4724) contains instructions for four beautifully distinct baby and nursery blankets, all knitted in Sirdar Snuggly Jolly DK yarn. Rated as intermediate difficulty, the pattern offers a wonderful variety of textures and techniques, making it an ideal project for knitters who have moved beyond the basics and are looking to expand their skills. Each blanket is a generous, practical size suitable for prams, cots, or playmats.

The Four Blanket Designs

Lace Patterned Blanket

The Lace Patterned Blanket measures approximately 92 x 91 cm (36¼ x 36 in), making it a substantial square wrap. This design is the most technically involved of the four, introducing a repeating lace motif that creates an elegant, airy texture particularly well-suited to a delicate nursery aesthetic.

• Stitches used: Knit, purl, yarn forward (yfwd), slip 1 knitways (s1), pass slipped stitch over (psso), knit 2 together (k2tog)
• Technique: A repeating 18-stitch lace pattern worked over a 2-row repeat; the yarn forward creates decorative eyelets while paired decreases (psso and k2tog) maintain the stitch count
• Needles: 4mm (UK8 / USA6) knitting needles
• Yarn: Sirdar Snuggly Jolly DK, shade 152, 6 x 50g balls
• Tension: 1 pattern repeat of 18 sts measures 7 cm (2¾ in); 24 rows to 10 cm (4 in) over pattern on 4mm needles
• Cast on method: Thumb method, casting on 236 stitches

Lace knitting at DK weight is an approachable introduction to the technique — the yarn is substantial enough to see the stitches clearly, making it easier to track the pattern repeat than with finer laceweight yarns. The finished blanket is blocked by pinning out to the stated measurements, covering with damp cloths, and leaving to dry, which opens up the lace and gives it a polished, professional finish.

Stocking Stitch Blanket

The Stocking Stitch Blanket measures 91 x 91 cm (36 x 36 in) — a classic square format. This is the most straightforward of the four designs, built entirely on the smooth, classic fabric created by alternating knit and purl rows. The result is a neat, flat-faced blanket with a clean, contemporary look.

• Stitches used: Knit, purl
• Technique: Traditional stocking stitch (right side knit rows, wrong side purl rows), likely worked with a border to prevent curling — a common feature in Sirdar blanket patterns
• Needles: 4mm (UK8 / USA6) knitting needles
• Yarn: Sirdar Snuggly Jolly DK, shade 157, 6 x 50g balls

Stocking stitch is a foundational knitting technique, but producing a large, even blanket in this fabric is an excellent exercise in maintaining consistent tension over many rows. The smooth surface of the finished fabric showcases the soft, tactile quality of Sirdar Snuggly Jolly yarn beautifully.

Blanket With Flowers

The Blanket With Flowers is slightly smaller than the other three designs, measuring approximately 91 x 66 cm (36 x 26 in), making it a neat rectangular shape ideal as a pram or stroller blanket. This is the most decorative design in the collection, featuring applied or integrated floral embellishments that add a charming, handcrafted dimension to the finished piece.