As my Mom predicted, it is going to be more of a pram blanket than anything else because of its rectangular shape. I was hoping for something a bit more square, but the final measurements are about 30" by 40".
The Particulars:
Pattern: None in particular - it was a 4x4 checkerboard with 4 rows of border on each end and 4 stitches of garter selvedge on each side.
Yarn: Plymouth Encore Colorspun Worsted in Colorway 7711 (green, white, and yellow stripes), 4 skeins
Needles: Aero Size 8 circulars (24")
I'm really happy with how seamless the striping is on the blanket, especially since 4 skeins of yarn are involved. I'm really particular about things like that, and each time I pulled a bit out of each remaining skein to see which one would match up the best.
Here's a close up of the checkerboard:
Whew! I was getting worried that Sprog wouldn't have a handknit by her Mama by the time she arrived - this is a big load off my back :) I have other things on the needles for Sprog, but I wanted to bring her home in her own blanket.
4 comments:
Awwww! The coveted bringing home blanket. We brought home the boys in a blanket that Dr. MS was brought home in. Hee hee. It's an antique!
Maybe someday Sprog will bring home a Sproglette in this blanket!
That is a beautiful blanket, so glad you had just enough yarn :)
Looks great Jo, nice and squooshy. The baby will be so cozy, thanks to mama :0) Hope you are feeling well.
Yay for a finished blankie! It's fun, springy colors. Perfect for Sprog. =)
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