Stripe and Easy Blanket

Stripe and Easy Blanket by Knit Sew Make

Project Overview

The Stripe and Easy Blanket is a beginner-friendly knitted throw designed by Knit Sew Make. This downloadable knitting pattern creates a versatile blanket featuring alternating textured stripe sections that combine knit and purl stitches for visual interest and dimension. The design is suitable for knitters new to blanket projects, offering clear construction methods without complex shaping or advanced techniques.

Available Sizes

• Small: 65cm x 83cm
• Medium: 95cm x 106cm
• Large: 125cm x 152cm

What Is Being Made

This pattern produces a rectangular knitted blanket or throw with a structured stripe pattern created through alternating sections of different stitch combinations. The blanket features garter stitch borders on all edges and repeating pattern sections that create horizontal stripes across the width of the piece. The finished blanket is a practical home accessory suitable for layering on beds or sofas.

Techniques Used

The Stripe and Easy Blanket employs fundamental knitting techniques appropriate for beginners. The construction uses a straightforward cast-on method followed by continuous flat knitting in rows. The pattern utilizes garter stitch (knitting every row) for the borders and transition sections, which creates a stable, non-curling edge. The main pattern sections combine knit and purl stitches in organized sequences to build the striped texture. Knitters will practice maintaining consistent tension and following row-by-row instructions with repeat sequences.

Stitches Used

• Knit (K): The primary stitch used throughout the pattern, creating the foundation of the blanket and forming garter stitch sections
• Purl (P): Used in combination with knit stitches to create textured stripe patterns and visual contrast
• Garter Stitch: Formed by knitting every row, used for borders (6 stitches on each side) and transition rows between pattern sections
• Knit-Purl Combinations: Alternating knit and purl stitches create the distinctive stripe patterns in Sections 1 and 2

Pattern Structure

The blanket pattern consists of repeating 64-row sequences that are worked multiple times depending on the size selected. The pattern is divided into two main sections that alternate throughout the piece. Section 1 features 23 rows combining garter stitch borders with purl stitches and a knit-purl alternating sequence, followed by 9 rows of pure garter stitch. Section 2 spans 32 rows with similar garter stitch borders and a more complex knit-purl pattern (K3, P2 repeats) worked twice through the section, concluding with garter stitch rows. This 64-row repeat is worked 3 times for the Small size, 4 times for the Medium size, and 6 times for the Large size, creating the blanket's full length.

Materials Required

The Stripe and Easy Blanket is worked in Aran or Worsted weight yarn, both medium-weight options that create a fabric with good drape and warmth. Yardage requirements vary by size: the Small blanket requires 550 meters, the Medium requires 1000 meters, and the Large requires 2000 meters of yarn. Knitters will need 4.5mm knitting needles appropriate for the chosen yarn weight, and a darning needle for weaving in yarn ends during finishing. The pattern uses standard knitting abbreviations including K (Knit), P (Purl), and Rep (Repeat) for concise row-by-row instructions.

Difficulty Level

This pattern is classified as beginner level, making it an excellent choice for knitters learning to work larger projects. The straightforward stitch combinations, clear row-by-row instructions, and repetitive pattern sequences build confidence while developing fundamental knitting skills. The blanket's rectangular shape eliminates the need for shaping techniques, and the generous garter stitch borders provide stable edges that are forgiving for newer knitters.