Baby blanket Ziggy

Introducing a warm and cozy knit blanket designed especially for newborns! This easy-to-knit baby blanket features a delightful two-color chevron pattern, making it perfect for beginner knitters looking to create a beautiful handmade gift for a little one. Whether you’re knitting for your own baby or crafting a thoughtful present, this pattern will bring warmth and style to any nursery.

YARN AND KNITTING NEEDLES: For this charming baby blanket, you'll need 200g of gray yarn from Drops Design “NORD,” which consists of a luxurious blend of 45% alpaca, 30% polyamide, and 25% wool. This yarn has a great length of 170m (186yd) per 50g (1.8oz) skein, providing both softness and durability. Additionally, you'll require 200g of blue yarn from COLOR-CITY Kengo wool, made up of 95% merino wool and 5% kengo wool, boasting a longer length of 300m (328yd) per 100g (1.8oz). For this project, you’ll use needle size #3 (US 2.5).

RECOMMENDED YARNS: You can substitute the recommended yarns with any yarn that has a similar fiber composition and length, enabling you to personalize your cozy blanket to your preferred texture and color scheme.

GAUGE: To ensure your blanket turns out just right, aim for a gauge of 34 stitches and 36 rows, which equals a measurement of 10 cm x 10 cm (4” x 4”) using needles size #3 (US 2.5). Achieving the correct gauge is crucial for the proper size and fit of your blanket.

Get ready to knit a beautiful and functional keepsake that will be cherished for years to come! Try your hand at creating this easy knit baby blanket with a striking chevron design and give a special newborn the warmth and love only a handmade creation can provide. Explore more of our free and paid knitting patterns for additional inspiration!