Blanket and Shawl in Sirdar Snuggly DK - 1710 - Downloadable PDF

Sirdar Snuggly DK Blanket and Shawl – Pattern 1710 (Downloadable PDF)

This downloadable PDF knitting pattern from Sirdar includes instructions for two beautifully soft projects: a cosy baby blanket and an elegant shawl, both worked in Sirdar Snuggly DK yarn. Whether you are knitting for a newborn, a toddler, or looking for a lightweight wrap for yourself, this pattern offers two distinct makes with a shared aesthetic and the same core techniques, making it an excellent choice for knitters who want versatility from a single pattern purchase.

About the Two Projects

The Blanket

The knitted blanket measures approximately 50 x 66 cm (19¾ x 26 inches), making it an ideal size for a pram, crib, or Moses basket. It is a practical and portable project that works up relatively quickly in DK weight yarn. The finished blanket is soft enough for delicate skin, thanks to the gentle fibre content of Sirdar Snuggly DK.

To knit the blanket, you will need 3 x 50g balls of Sirdar Snuggly DK in shade 303. The compact yarn requirement makes this an economical project, and the finished piece is lightweight yet warm — perfect as a gift for a new baby.

The Shawl

The shawl is a more substantial make, measuring approximately 104 x 110 cm (41 x 43¼ inches) — a generous square shape that can be worn draped over the shoulders, folded into a triangle, or used as a soft wrap. Its size makes it suitable as a baby shawl for swaddling or as a decorative throw.

The shawl requires 10 x 50g balls of Sirdar Snuggly DK in shade 251. Due to the larger stitch count involved, the pattern notes that a 4mm 80cm circular needle may be used to comfortably accommodate all the stitches, though the fabric is still knitted flat rather than in the round.

Techniques and Stitches Used

Both the blanket and the shawl are worked using a repeating stitch pattern that gives the fabric texture and visual interest. The pattern is structured around an 18-stitch repeat, which produces a consistent, rhythmic design across the fabric. This type of repeat-based pattern is well suited to intermediate knitters who are comfortable following a set sequence of stitches across rows.

The tension guide specifies 1 pattern repeat (18 stitches) to 6 cm (2½ inches) and 24 rows to 10 cm (4 inches) on 4mm needles. Achieving the correct tension is emphasised as essential to ensure the finished measurements match those stated in the pattern. Knitters are advised to swatch before beginning and to adjust needle size accordingly — moving to a thinner needle if fewer stitches are produced, or a thicker needle if more stitches result.

Standard knitting abbreviations are used throughout the pattern, including alt (alternate) and cm (centimetres), among others typical of UK knitting patterns published by Sirdar.

Materials Required

Yarn

• Sirdar Snuggly DK – the primary recommended yarn, available in the specific shades listed for each project
• Blanket: 3 x 50g balls in shade 303
• Shawl: 10 x 50g balls in shade 251
• The pattern also notes suitability with Snuggly Pearls DK and Sirdar Supersoft DK as alternative yarn options within the same weight category

Needles

• 1 pair of 4mm (UK 8 / USA 6) knitting needles – the primary needle size used for the main pattern
• 1 x 4mm (UK 8 / USA 6) 80cm circular needle – recommended for the shawl to accommodate the larger number of stitches comfortably