Blankets in Sirdar Flurry - 7959 - Downloadable PDF

Blankets in Sirdar Flurry 7959 – Four Knitted Blanket Designs in Chunky Yarn

Pattern 7959 from Sirdar is a downloadable PDF containing four distinct knitted blanket designs, all worked in Sirdar Flurry chunky yarn. Each blanket measures approximately 90 x 90 cm (35½ x 35½ in), making them generously sized throws ideal for sofas, nurseries, or cosy home interiors. Rated as intermediate difficulty, this collection offers a satisfying progression of techniques, from the simplest garter stitch construction through to more structured chevron and patchwork designs. All four blankets are knitted flat on a single pair of needles, making them accessible to knitters who are comfortable with basic shaping and stitch pattern repeats.

Materials and Yarn

All four designs are worked in Sirdar Flurry (F221), a chunky weight yarn sold in 50g balls. The pattern notes that the designs are also suitable for Snuggly Snowflake Chunky, though yarn amounts may vary when substituting. A single pair of 5½mm (UK5 / USA9) knitting needles is all the equipment required. Each blanket uses a different shade of Flurry, and the specific shade and ball quantities are listed individually for each design below.

Garter Stitch Blanket

Overview and Finished Size

The Garter Stitch Blanket is the most beginner-friendly of the four designs, measuring 94 x 94 cm (37 x 37 in) — the largest blanket in the collection. Its straightforward construction makes it an excellent project for knitters looking to build confidence while producing a beautiful, textured result.

Techniques and Stitches

• Garter stitch — achieved by knitting every row, creating a ridged, reversible fabric with natural elasticity and a pleasingly rustic texture
• The all-knit construction means there is no wrong side, making this blanket fully reversible and ideal for throws and lap blankets

Materials

• Sirdar Flurry (F221) in shade 550
• 7 x 50g balls required
• 5½mm (UK5 / USA9) knitting needles

Chevron Blanket

Overview and Finished Size

The Chevron Blanket measures 88 x 90 cm (34¾ x 35½ in) and introduces a classic zigzag stitch pattern that creates striking diagonal lines across the fabric. Chevron knitting is a timeless technique that adds visual interest and a sense of movement to an otherwise simple rectangular piece. It is well suited to intermediate knitters comfortable with basic increases and decreases worked in a repeating sequence.

Techniques and Stitches

• Chevron (zigzag) stitch pattern — formed by combining regular increases and decreases within each row to create a repeating wave or V-shaped design across the width of the blanket
• Knit (k) stitch as the foundation of the pattern
• Slip 1 knitways (s1) and pass slipped stitch over (psso) — used to create the decrease points of the chevron, giving the pattern its sharp, defined angles
• Increase (inc) stitches worked at the peak of each chevron repeat to balance the decreases and maintain stitch count

Materials

• Sirdar Flurry (F221) in shade 554
• 6 x 50g balls required
• 5½mm (UK5 / USA9) knitting needles

Striped Blanket

Overview and Finished Size

The Striped Blanket measures 90 x 90 cm (35½ x