Cozy Cable and Leaf Knit Blanket

Cozy Cable and Leaf Knit Blanket

This knitted blanket features intricate cables and leaf motifs, blending earthy tones with a touch of blue. Perfect for adding warmth and style to any room, this Cozy Cable and Leaf Knit Blanket is a delightful project for knitters of all levels, especially beginners looking to enhance their skills.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Worsted weight yarn in cream, rust, and blue
• Needles: US 8 (5mm) knitting needles
• Gauge: 18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Cast On: Using the blue yarn, cast on 120 stitches onto your knitting needles. Ensure your stitches are not too tight to allow for easy movement.
2. Garter Stitch Base: Work in garter stitch for 6 rows. To do this, knit every row. This will create a nice border for your blanket.
3. Begin Cable Pattern: Switch to cream yarn.
   • Row 1 (Right Side): *K4, p2, k8, p2; repeat from * to end of the row.
   • Row 2 (Wrong Side): *P4, k2, p8, k2; repeat from * to end of the row.
4. Incorporate Leaf Motif: Every 16 rows, you will add the leaf motif using rust yarn.
   • Leaf Motif Row 1: K3, yo (yarn over), ssk (slip, slip, knit), k2tog (knit two together), yo, k3.
   • Leaf Motif Row 2: Purl all stitches.
   Repeat these two rows for a total of 8 rows to create the leaf motif.
5. Continue Pattern: Keep alternating between the cable pattern and the leaf motif until your blanket reaches your desired length. Remember to maintain the cable pattern throughout.
6. Finish with Garter Stitch: Once you reach the desired length, switch back to the blue yarn and knit 6 rows in garter stitch to finish the blanket.
7. Bind Off: Bind off your stitches loosely to ensure the edge of the blanket is flexible and not tight. This will help your blanket lay flat.

Congratulations! You have successfully created your own Cozy Cable and Leaf Knit Blanket. Enjoy the warmth and beauty it brings to your home!