Henley Blanket Knitting Pattern

Henley Blanket Knitting Pattern by Wyndlestraw Designs

Project Overview

The Henley Blanket is a beginner-friendly knitting pattern designed to create a large, cozy throw or bed blanket with a distinctive cellular texture. This downloadable PDF pattern from independent designer Wyndlestraw Designs offers three size options to accommodate Single, Double, and Queen-sized beds, making it a versatile project for various home settings and gifting occasions.

Design Features and Aesthetic

The Henley Blanket combines classic blanket construction with modern design elements. The main body of the blanket is worked in a single color, while a contrasting turn-back edge creates visual interest and contemporary appeal. The reversible stitch pattern ensures that both sides of the finished blanket are equally attractive, adding functionality and design value to the completed project.

Stitch Pattern and Techniques

This pattern features a completely reversible cellular texture stitch that is easy to memorize, allowing knitters to work without constantly referencing the pattern instructions. The straightforward stitch pattern helps maintain an even pace throughout the project and reduces the likelihood of errors, making it ideal for knitters new to blanket-sized projects.

Required Techniques:

• Knitting
• Purling
• Working long rows on a circular needle

Yarn and Materials

The Henley Blanket is designed to be worked in worsted weight yarn, specifically using Cascade Yarns. Worsted weight yarn provides excellent stitch definition for the cellular texture while allowing the project to progress at a satisfying pace. The pattern calls for soft wool yarn, which provides warmth and comfort ideal for winter bedding and throws.

Size Options

The pattern includes three distinct size options to suit different bed dimensions:

• Small (Single/Twin): Blanket measures 170cm wide by 230cm long (66 inches by 90 inches)
• Medium (Double/Full): Blanket measures 200cm wide by 250cm long (78 inches by 98 inches)
• Large (Queen): Blanket measures 230cm wide by 260cm long (90 inches by 102 inches)

Difficulty Level

Rated as an Easy pattern, the Henley Blanket is accessible to beginner knitters while remaining engaging for more experienced crafters. The straightforward techniques and easily-memorized stitch pattern mean that knitters can focus on enjoying the meditative process of creating a large, functional textile without struggling with complex shaping or intricate stitch work.

Construction Method

The blanket is worked in long rows using a circular needle, a technique that accommodates the large number of stitches required for a full-sized blanket. This construction method distributes the weight of the project evenly and makes it easier to manage the expanding fabric as you progress through the pattern.