Chunky Knit Basket Weave Blanket

Chunky Knit Basket Weave Blanket Pattern

This pattern will guide you through creating a beautiful, textured blanket using the basket weave stitch pattern. It's perfect for beginners looking to expand their knitting techniques.

Materials

• Super bulky yarn (weight category 6) - Approximately 300 yards in cream or desired color
• Knitting needles size US 15 (10mm)
• Yarn needle for weaving in ends
• Scissors

Gauge

8 stitches and 12 rows equal 4 inches in basket weave pattern.

Abbreviations

• CO - Cast On
• K - Knit
• P - Purl
• RS - Right Side
• WS - Wrong Side

Instructions

Finished Size: Approximately 40 inches wide and 60 inches long.

1. CO 80 stitches.
2. Work in a 4x4 basket weave pattern as follows:

Basket Weave Pattern:

• Row 1 (RS): *K4, P4*; repeat from * to * across the row.
• Row 2 (WS): *K4, P4*; repeat from * to * across the row.
• Row 3: *K4, P4*; repeat from * to * across the row.
• Row 4: *K4, P4*; repeat from * to * across the row.
• Row 5: *P4, K4*; repeat from * to * across the row.
• Row 6: *P4, K4*; repeat from * to * across the row.
• Row 7: *P4, K4*; repeat from * to * across the row.
• Row 8: *P4, K4*; repeat from * to * across the row.

Repeat rows 1-8 until the blanket measures approximately 60 inches in length or desired size.

Finishing

1. Bind off all stitches.
2. Weave in all loose ends using the yarn needle.
3. Block your blanket, if desired, to help even out the stitches and achieve the final desired dimension.

Enjoy your cozy, handmade basket weave blanket!