Checkerboard Cable Blanket

Checkerboard Cable Blanket Pattern by I Love My Blanket

Project Overview

The Checkerboard Cable Blanket is a knitted throw blanket designed by Reena Belford of I Love My Blanket. This intermediate-level knitting project creates a finished blanket measuring approximately 42 inches by 52 inches (106.5 cm by 132 cm), making it an ideal size for a cozy lap throw or bed accent piece.

Craft and Technique

This pattern is executed using the knitting craft, making it suitable for knitters with intermediate skill levels. The design combines two key knitting techniques to create visual interest: a checkerboard pattern that alternates contrasting sections, and cable stitching that adds dimensional texture throughout the blanket. The combination of these techniques creates a sophisticated, textured fabric that is both visually striking and tactilely interesting.

Stitches and Construction

The Checkerboard Cable Blanket utilizes cable stitches as a primary design element. Cable stitches involve crossing groups of stitches over one another to create twisted, rope-like textures that stand out from the fabric surface. These cables are arranged in a checkerboard formation, alternating with other stitch patterns to create the signature geometric design. This stitch combination requires intermediate knitting knowledge and attention to stitch manipulation.

Materials and Yarn

This pattern calls for super chunky weight yarn, specifically 5 balls of Bernat Alize Blanket-EZ Yarn (6.4 ounces or 180 grams per ball). The Bernat Alize Blanket-EZ is a loop yarn, which creates a unique, textured appearance and works quickly due to its substantial weight. The pattern is versatile and will work with other brands of loop yarn, including Lion Brand Off-The-Hook and Lion Brand Crayola Off-The-Hook, though finished dimensions may vary depending on loop size and ball weight variations between yarn brands.

Yarn Weight Considerations

The use of super chunky yarn significantly reduces project completion time compared to standard weight yarns. Super chunky yarn creates bold stitches that are easy to see and manipulate, making cable work more manageable for intermediate knitters. The substantial yarn weight also results in a dense, warm blanket suitable for winter use or as a decorative throw.

Pattern Format

This pattern is provided as a downloadable PDF, allowing immediate access upon purchase. The format includes pattern instructions, measurements, materials lists, and photographs showing the finished blanket in the Dark Gray colorway. Products created from this pattern may be made for both personal and commercial use, with appropriate credit given to I Love My Blanket and Reena Belford.