Avant-Garde Asymmetrical Chunky Blanket - Free Pattern

Avant-Garde Asymmetrical Chunky Blanket - Free Pattern

Introduction

Dive into the world of modern textile art with this avant-garde asymmetrical chunky blanket. Perfect for adding a moody, artistic touch to your living space, this project combines bold textures and deep, dark hues. Whether you're a beginner or looking to expand your crafting skills, this blanket is a perfect choice to showcase your creativity.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Super bulky weight yarn in moody dark colors such as deep plum, charcoal, midnight blue, and forest green.
• Needles/Hooks: Size 15 mm (US 19) knitting needles or size Q (15 mm) crochet hook.
• Gauge: 4 stitches and 6 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch.

Step-by-Step Instructions

Knitting Section

1. Cast On: Use the long-tail cast-on method to cast on 60 stitches onto your knitting needle.
2. Row 1 (Right Side): Knit all stitches across the row.
3. Row 2 (Wrong Side): Purl all stitches across the row.
4. Repeat: Continue repeating Rows 1 and 2 until your piece measures 20 inches in length.
5. Asymmetrical Shaping: Begin decreasing for the asymmetrical shape. On every right side row, knit two stitches together (k2tog) at the beginning of the row. Continue this until you have 30 stitches remaining.
6. Bind Off: Once you have 30 stitches left, bind off all stitches loosely to ensure the edge is not tight.

Crochet Section

1. Attach Yarn: Using a slip stitch, attach your yarn to one corner of the knitted section.
2. Round 1: Work single crochet (sc) evenly around the entire edge of the knitted piece. Make sure to place 3 single crochets in each corner to maintain the shape.
3. Round 2: Work in back loops only. For this round, *sc in the next 5 stitches, ch 1, skip 1 stitch* and repeat from * to * around the entire edge.
4. Round 3: Work double crochet (dc) in each stitch and chain space around the blanket.
5. Continue Rounds: Alternate between single crochet and double crochet rounds, adjusting as needed to maintain the asymmetrical shape. Add or skip stitches to keep the piece balanced and visually appealing.
6. Final Round: Finish with a round of crab stitch (reverse single crochet) to create a defined edge around your blanket.

Finishing Touches

After completing the crochet border, make sure to weave in all ends securely to prevent any unraveling. Your avant-garde asymmetrical chunky blanket is now complete and ready to add a dramatic flair to your living space!