Herringbone Blanket

Herringbone Blanket by Arianna Frasca

What is Being Made

The Herringbone Blanket is a cozy knit throw designed by independent designer Arianna Frasca. This pattern offers multiple size options to suit different needs: a Lovey (smallest), Crib size, Security or Cuddle blanket, and a full-sized Throw. Each variation maintains the same beautiful herringbone texture while scaling the yardage requirements accordingly, making it adaptable for gift-giving or personal use.

Knitting Techniques and Construction

This blanket is knit flat (back and forth) on straight needles, worked from the bottom up. The construction method is straightforward and ideal for beginners, as it eliminates the complexity of circular knitting or intricate shaping. The flat-knit approach also allows for easy counting of rows and consistent tension throughout the project.

Stitches Used

The Herringbone Blanket features a simple yet effective stitch pattern based on a 2-row repeat. Each repeat alternates between knitting and slipping stitches, creating the signature herringbone texture. This minimal stitch vocabulary means new knitters can focus on maintaining consistent tension and rhythm rather than memorizing complex stitch combinations. The repetitive nature of the pattern allows rows to multiply quickly, providing satisfying progress and a sense of accomplishment.

Texture and Visual Effect

The herringbone knit stitch creates a thick, plush texture that becomes increasingly apparent as the blanket grows. The diagonal slip-stitch technique produces the characteristic herringbone visual pattern—a series of interlocking V-shapes that run diagonally across the fabric. This texture is both visually striking and tactilely luxurious, making the finished blanket ideal for snuggling.

Materials: Yarn and Needles

Needles: US 19 (15 mm) needles are required for this project. The large needle size accommodates the super bulky yarn and contributes to the quick knitting pace.

Primary Yarn: The pattern calls for 600 grams of Ice Yarns Peru alpaca in super bulky weight (Weight 6). Alpaca yarn provides exceptional softness, warmth, and a luxurious drape that enhances the herringbone texture.

Yarn Alternatives: For knitters who prefer different fibers or have yarn on hand, the pattern accommodates substitutions:

• 2 strands of Standard Weight 5 (Bulky, Chunky, Craft, Rug, or Heavy Worsted yarn held together)
• 4 strands of Standard Weight 4 (Medium, Worsted, Aran, or Afghan yarn held together)

Yardage Requirements by Size

• Lovey: 30 yards / 27 meters
• Crib: 826 yards / 755 meters
• Security / Cuddle: 72 yards / 65 meters
• Throw: 956 yards

Skill Level and Accessibility

Rated as Beginner difficulty, the Herringbone Blanket is perfect for new knitters. The straightforward 2-row repeat, flat construction, and large needles combine to create a forgiving, confidence-building project. The pattern includes photo support to guide knitters through each step, and instructions are written in standard American knitting terms, making it accessible to English-speaking knitters worldwide.

Pattern Format

This is a downloadable PDF pattern designed for digital access, allowing knitters to print it, save it to their devices, or view it on tablets while working.