Candy Swirl Delight Baby Blanket Free Pattern

Candy Swirl Delight Baby Blanket Free Pattern

Wrap your little one in the sweet embrace of the Candy Swirl Delight Baby Blanket, featuring a playful mix of colors and textures reminiscent of a candy shop. This cozy knitted blanket is perfect for adding a touch of whimsy to any nursery.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: Worsted weight, 100% cotton, in pastel shades of pink, blue, yellow, and mint.
• Needles: US 8 (5mm) knitting needles.
• Gauge: 18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Cast On: Begin by using the long-tail cast-on method to cast on 120 stitches onto your knitting needle. Ensure that your stitches are not too tight, as this will affect the elasticity of your blanket.
2. Garter Stitch Border:
   • Rows 1-4: Knit every stitch across the row. This creates a garter stitch border that will frame your blanket nicely.
3. Textured Rib Pattern:
   • Row 5: *Knit 2, purl 2*; repeat from * to * across the row.
   • Row 6: *Purl 2, knit 2*; repeat from * to * across the row.
   • Repeat Rows 5-6 for a total of 10 rows. This will create a lovely textured ribbing effect.
4. Stockinette Stitch Section:
   • Now switch to stockinette stitch: Knit one row, then purl the next row.
   • Continue this pattern for 20 rows, alternating colors every 4 rows to create a striped effect. To change colors, simply drop the old color and pick up the new color, making sure to knit the first stitch of the new color to secure it.
5. Continue Alternating Patterns:
   • After completing the stockinette section, alternate between the textured rib pattern and stockinette stitch sections until the blanket measures approximately 36 inches in length.
6. Finish with Garter Stitch:
   • Once your blanket reaches the desired length, finish with 4 rows of garter stitch to create a neat border.
7. Bind Off:
   • Bind off all stitches loosely to ensure the edge of your blanket is not too tight.
   • Weave in any loose ends using a tapestry needle to give your blanket a polished finish.

Your Candy Swirl Delight Baby Blanket is now complete! Enjoy wrapping your little one in this cozy, colorful creation.