Baby Blanket with Ruffle Edge.

Baby Blanket with Ruffle Edge by NEVA

Project Overview

This downloadable knitting pattern creates a christening blanket designed by Elena, featuring a soft and cozy hand-knitted construction with an elegant ruffle edge detail. The Baby Blanket with Ruffle Edge combines simple textured stitching with decorative finishing, making it an intermediate-level project suitable for gift-giving or personal use.

What You'll Create

The finished blanket measures approximately 37" x 37" (94 x 94 cm) for the main blanket body, with an additional 30" x 30" (76 x 76 cm) option. The design includes a decorative ruffle edge that measures approximately 2½" wide, adding visual interest and a delicate finish to the blanket's perimeter.

Knitting Techniques

This project employs fundamental hand-knitting techniques appropriate for intermediate crafters. The blanket features a textured stitch pattern that is described as simple to execute, making it accessible while still creating visual depth. The ruffle is worked as a separate component and then seamed to the completed blanket body, allowing for manageable construction in stages.

Stitches and Construction

While the specific stitch pattern name is not detailed in the instructions, the blanket utilizes a textured stitch worked on circular knitting needles. The pattern requires attention to gauge to ensure proper finished dimensions. Seaming techniques are employed to attach the ruffle edge to the main blanket body using a yarn needle with a large eye.

Materials and Yarn Specifications

• Yarn: Red Heart Soft yarn, weight #4 Medium (Aran weight)
• Fiber Content: 100% acrylic
• Yardage: 256 yards per 141 grams (234 meters)
• Color: White
• Quantity: Approximately 4 skeins for the blanket body; approximately 2½ skeins for the ruffle (5 oz / 141 g per skein)
• Needles: Circular knitting needles US 7 (4.5 mm) or size needed to obtain gauge
• Additional Tools: Yarn needle with large eye for seaming; stitch holder

Gauge and Sizing

The pattern specifies a gauge of 17 stitches by 24–25 rows over 4" x 4" (10 x 10 cm). Checking gauge before beginning is essential to achieve the intended finished measurements and ensure the blanket drapes properly with the correct weight and texture.

Pattern Notes

The designer recommends reading all instructions carefully before beginning the project. The ruffle construction as a separate component allows for flexibility in the knitting process and makes seaming the final detail a manageable finishing step.