Matana Worsted Blanket

FREE KNITTING PATTERN: Matana Worsted Blanket

This detailed knitting pattern for the Matana Worsted Blanket is designed for knitting enthusiasts of all skill levels, and it utilizes standard American knitting abbreviations for ease of understanding. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced knitter, you’ll find this project both enjoyable and rewarding.

NEEDLES:
For this blanket, you will need a 5.5mm (US 9) 16-inch (40cm) circular needle. Depending on your size preference, you can also use circular needles up to 60 inches (150cm) in length. If you prefer working with traditional straight needles, feel free to use those instead.

YARN:
Choose any natural fiber worsted or aran weight yarn to create your beautiful Matana Blanket. Suitable yarn options include wool, merino, alpaca, or blends thereof. The pattern requires approximately 209 to 3762 yards of yarn, depending on the size you select.

GAUGE:
Achieve a gauge of 18 stitches = 4 inches (10cm) using 5.5mm needles, worked in stockinette stitch (not blocked). You may opt to use any needle size to achieve the desired gauge for your project.

SIZE:
This blanket pattern comes in various sizes to fit your needs (approximate dimensions after blocking):
- XS: 14.5 x 15 inches
- Small: 23.5 x 28 inches
- Medium: 32.5 x 36 inches
- Large: 43.5 x 48 inches
- XL: 54 x 58 inches
- XXL: 63 x 68 inches

ABBREVIATIONS USED:
To successfully complete the Matana Worsted Blanket, it is essential that you are familiar with the following knitting abbreviations:
K (Knit), P (Purl), Yo (Yarn Over), K2tog (Knit Two Together), Skp (Slip, Knit, Pass), S2kp2 (Slip 2, Knit, Pass 2).

This knitting pattern is perfect for creating a cozy and versatile blanket that can be used as a throw or as a decorative layer on your bed. Join the knitting community and craft your own stunning Matana Worsted Blanket today!