Chessboard Cable Blanket

Discover the joy of creating your own cozy blanket with our detailed knitting pattern, designed for knitters of all skill levels. This pattern includes comprehensive written instructions, guiding you stitch by stitch and row by row. Additionally, a chart is provided, though knowledge of chart reading is not required for successful completion of the project.

You have the flexibility to knit this blanket using any yarn of your choice, whether it be weight, fiber, or color, making it a truly customizable project. As a reference, here’s a suggested yarn specification:

Approximate Size: ~75 cm (~29½” ) square, with the option to adjust size as you desire.

Gauge: 17 stitches and 27 rows = 10 cm (in seed stitch), ensuring your blanket has the right texture and warmth.

Yarn Needed: Approximately 400 meters (~437 yards) of any Aran weight yarn, perfect for achieving that ideal thickness and comfort.

Recommended Needles: Size 4.5 - 5 mm needles, depending on your individual knitting tension for the best results.

Required Skills: This pattern is designed for knitters who know how to cast on, bind off, knit and purl. Experience with increases (kfb) and decreases (p2tog) is also necessary.

Additionally, while not required, a cable needle may come in handy for certain techniques. This pattern encourages creativity and personal expression through your choice of yarn and colors.

Remember, this pattern is intended for personal, non-commercial use only. Please do not share, reproduce, or sell this pattern – enjoy creating something uniquely yours!