No-Purl Ribbed Blanket
Most of us prefer knitting to purling. After all, there’s a reason we don’t call ourselves “purlers,” right? You’ll probably put up with purling for the sake of a good pattern, but with our No-Purl Ribbed Blanket, you don’t have to!
With a simple 2-row repeat of knit and slip stitches, the No-Purl Ribbed Blanket pattern is made for momentum. The rows swiftly multiply, forming a deep, plush texture known as a Cartridge Belt Rib. Extend your laid back summer mindset with this pattern that takes minimal effort with maximal outcome.
We knit up our blanket in Season Alpaca, 100% baby alpaca classically plied into a sportweight. It’s an exceptional yarn with a downy feel and comforting heft that only needs an elegant, straightforward pattern to shine. So, if lofty ribs are your cup of tea but purling isn’t, take it easy with our No-Purl Ribbed Blanket!
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Update: Now also a Wrap!
March 27, 2019
Our beautiful No-Purl Ribbed Wrap uses four skeins of our gorgeous Line Weight yarn, a pure and simple single-ply merino wool lightweight enough to serve all three scarf seasons and cozy enough to feel good anytime!
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Materials
- 8 (16) skeins of Purl Soho’s Season Alpaca, 100% baby alpaca yarn. Each skein of this sport weight yarn is 218 yards/ 100 grams; approximately 1,727 (3,454) yards required.We used Heirloom White.
- US 4 (3.5 mm), 32-, 40-, or 47-inch circular needles
Gauge
32 stitches and 48 rows = 4 inches in stitch pattern
Size
Crib Size (Throw Size)
Finished Dimensions: 32 (42) inches wide x 40 (55) inches long
Notes
Slip all slipped stitches purlwise.
This stitch pattern is worked over a multiple of 4 + 3 stitches.
Pattern
Cast on 255 (335) stitches. We used a basic Long Tail Cast On.
Row 1 (wrong side): K3, *slip 1 with yarn in front (wyif), k3, repeat from * to end of row.
Row 2 (right side): K1, *slip 1 wyif, k3, repeat from * to last 2 stitches, slip 1 wyif, k1.
Repeat Rows 1 and 2 until piece measures 40 (55) inches from cast-on edge, ending with Row 1.
Bind Off (right side): K1, *p1, slip first stitch over, [k1, slip first stitch over] 3 times, repeat from * to last 2 stitches, p1, slip first stitch over, k1, slip first stitch over.
Weave in ends and block as desired.
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Question: I really like my cast on and bound off edges to match; any tips for this throw?
Thank you!
Hi and thanks for writing in! I usually find that a cable cast on and a standard bind off resemble each other more than most – our bind off instructions above are a basic bind off worked in pattern, so that should match the cable cast on nicely!
Best of luck and happy knitting!
Julianna
What type of cast on & bind off would you suggest?
Hi Eunice,
Thanks for reaching out! We have included instructions in the pattern above for the bind off row and I would definitely use those instructions to ensure that your last row matches the rest of the blanket. We usually use a long tail cast on for most of our projects, but a cable cast on would also be suitable!
Best,
Julianna
I’d like to try this using “Good Wool” and size 6 or 7 needles. Can you tell me around how many stitches to cast on and how much I would need for a large-ish throw? Approximately.
Thanks
Hi Mary,
Thanks for reaching out! This blanket would be stunning using Good Wool! I would think that a US 5 or 6 would be a good needle size depending on your personal gauge. For the larger blanket, I would suggest 8-9 skeins. To determine your cast on number, you will want to knit up a gauge swatch in pattern and determine how many stitches per inch you are getting. Once you know this number, you will multiple it by 42 inches (for the larger blanket) and cast on a number of stitches that is a multiple of 4 + 3 stitches and is closest to this number. For example, if you are getting 7 stitches per inch, 7 x 42 = 294, the closest number that would work would be 295 stitches (4 x 73 = 292 + 3 = 295). A gauge swatch will also help you decide which needles to use based on how you like the resulting fabric!
I hope that this helps!
Cassy
Cassy, what beautiful and clearly written instructions on how to adjust for a differently gauged yarn. Purl Soho has picked the right person to take care of web questions.
Thanks
where is the 73 coming from in the above conversion?..I am totally confused. I am using a yarn that has 5 stitches to the inch. I want it 36 ” wide 5 x 36=180 stitches..then what? soooo frustrated…
Hi Carol,
Thanks for reaching out! I think that I can help! This pattern works over a multiple of 4 plus 3 stitches. The above 73 is the number that, multiplied by 4, gets closest to 294 stitches. For the gauge that was used above there were 7 stitches per inch and the width proposed was 42 inches so 7×42=294. To get close to 294, we multiples 4 by 73 which yielded 292 stitches. We then added the extra 3 for a cast on of 295.
For your gauge and width, 5 x 36 = 180 stitches. So to get a cast on that will work for this pattern,the closest number to 180 that will work for this pattern would be 183 stitches (4 x 45 = 180 + 3 = 183).
I hope that this clears things up!
Cassy
thanks so I have it set up correctly but I keep ending up with my rows not matching .I have again ripped it out and will start again..if I use the long tail cast on do I need to start with row 2 instead? I don’t feel I am dropping or adding stitches and I am soooo frustrated still!!
Hi Carol,
I am sorry to hear that your difficulties continue! We used the long tail cast on here so if you do the same you need not skip the first row! This pattern will take 4-6 rows to start to appear correctly. If after 6 rows, you are still seeing that things do not seem right, please do send us a picture (if you can) to [email protected] and we will do our best to let you know what may be the issue!
Best,
Cassy
Hello, how do you slip a knit with yarn in front? Can you do a quick tutorial for that? Thanks
Hi Deepti,
Thanks for writing in! Unfortunately we don’t have the resources at the moment to do a video tutorial of this, but I think I can talk you through it! To slip a stitch with the yarn in front, you will first bring your yarn forward between the needles, and then slip the next stitch by inserting your needle as if to purl and moving it over to the right hand needle without working it. Finally, you will return your yarn to the back of the work by moving it between the needles, and you will be ready to knit your next stitch!
I hope that helps!
Julianna
thank you! slip it purl wise :ok!
I would like increase the size to a larger throw/blanket. Can you please give me some additional instructions?
Thanks!
Hi Beth,
Thanks for reaching out! In order to determine your cast on for a larger blanket, you will need to multiply your stitches per inch (in this case, 8 stitches per inch if you are working at the same gauge we did) by the width in inches of your desired finished blanket. You will then round this number to the nearest multiple of 4 + 3 stitches, and you are ready to cast on and knit!
Best of luck and happy knitting!
Julianna
Can you use Cotton Pure for this blanket? Do you think the gauge would be the same as the Season Alpaca?
Hi Emily,
Thanks for reaching out! Cotton Pure would be a fantastic yarn to substitute in this blanket! Although Cotton Pure and Season Alpaca do knit up at a very similar gauge so I don’t anticipate you will have any problems, it is always a good idea to knit a gauge swatch when substituting yarns.
Best of luck, and please let us know how your Cotton Pure version turns out!
Julianna
Hello,
I would like to make this crib blanket using the Super Soft Merino- can you tell me how many skeins I’ll need and how many stitches to cast on? Thanks so much!
Hello Janine,
Thank you for reaching out! Because the gauges are so drastically different it is hard to determine exactly how much are you will need and the correct cast on, but I can certainly give you an approximation! I would saw you will need between 11 and 12 skeins for a crib sized blanket. I would also recommend a US11 for your needle size. To figure out your cast on you will need to knit up a gauge swatch to find out how many stitches per inch you are getting, once you know this number you can multiply it by your desired width to get your cast on number. You will just want to be sure that it is a multiple of 4 + 3 stitches.
I hope this helps and happy knitting!
-Marilla
The Season Alpaca is a bit expensive for me. Can you suggest some less expensive alternatives that would be appropriate for this really awesome pattern? Thank you thank you for making many of your beautiful patterns free! Purl Soho is the best!
Hi Robyn,
We hear you! We totally understand that sometimes our yarn suggestions are more of an inspiration than a reality for many people. We are always happy to recommend less expensive (but still beautiful!) alternatives. In this case, we suggest that you try Cotton Pure – it is a very similar weight to Season Alpaca so you shouldn’t need to make any pattern adjustments, and you will need 7 skeins for the crib size or 14 skeins for the throw size.
Another option would be to use our Good Wool, though it will take a little bit of pattern adjustment since it is a bit heavier weight than Season Alpaca! I would suggest knitting a gauge swatch in pattern on US 5 or 6 needles, and once you are happy with the feel of the fabric, measure your stitches per inch. To determine your cast on number, you will multiply your stitches per inch by 32 inches for the crib size or 42 inches for the throw, and then round to the nearest multiple of 4 + 3 stitches. You will need 4 to 5 skeins for the crib size or 8 to 9 skeins for the throw.
Thank you so much for asking. We’re sure that lots of other readers will thank you, too!
Julianna
This pattern is awesome ! Purl stitches aren’t one of my favorites ?
I have started a shrug today that uses a different stitch, and I not having to purl.
Lovely and thanks for the freebie.
Question: when slipping as if to purl – does the working yarn get moved to the front and then slip or does the yarn stay in back and then slip as if to purl?
Hello Marny,
Thank you for reaching out! You will slip purlwise with yarn in front.
Happy knitting!
-Marilla
What is the yardage required for the crib sized blanket? You give the number of skeins needed but not the yardage per skein. Thanking you in advance.
Hello Maralie,
Thank you for reaching out! For the crib sized blanket requires approximately 1,570 yards.
I hope this helps and happy knitting!
-Marilla
Can you please tell me how many skeins of linen quill and what size needle would be needed for the larger size throw. Would it work best with the linen quill held double?
Hello SC,
Thank you for writing! Linen Quill held single will be thinner than the Season Alpaca and holding it double will be thicker, so either way you will need to adjust your gauge. The best way to proceed would be to knit up a gauge swatch with your chosen needle size in pattern to see how many stitches per inch you are getting. Once you have this number you can use it to determine your cast on number. As a very rough estimate I would say you would need 5 skeins for the smaller size and 9 for the larger size.
I hope this helps and happy knitting!
-Marilla
Hello,
Thanks for the free pattern, I tried it but when you knit right and wrong sides it becomes garter, doesn’t look like the photo at all.
What am I doing wrong? Can you help me?
Thanks a lot
Nur alpar
Hi Nur,
Thanks for writing in! In order to create the No-Purl Rib stitch, our pattern uses slip stitches to mimic ribbing. If you read above in the section titled “Pattern” you will find the two row repeat that creates the stitch pattern without purls!
Best,
Julianna
Please help. I caste on the stitches. What is the wrong side? How do you know which is the wrong side and the right side? I tried googling it, unfortunately all I could find was how to tell the wrong side from the right side after there are several rows knitted.
Thank you,
Roxann
Hi Roxann,
Thanks for reaching out! Although we call one side the wrong side and the other the right side in order to keep track of which row you are on, the blanket is reversible so both sides will look the same. If you are having trouble keeping track of which row you are on, I would suggest placing a removable marker in the fabric on the right side to indicate which is which!
Best,
Julianna
I love the feel of baby alpaca but I think it sheds too much. Does Season Alpaca shed as much as other alpaca? Do you have another yarn suggest to use for the crib size blanket?
Hello Lisa,
Thanks for reaching out! You can Make this blanket with any sport weight yarn. I would recommend looking at Mulberry Merino or Anzula’s Cricket.
I hope this helps and happy knitting!
-Marilla
Hi,
I would like to make this blanket in the throw size for my sister who requested “gray”. Seasonal Alpaca doesn’t really have a gray other than Trout Brown (?) Not sure. Others have asked about using Cotton Pure. Cloud Gray or Flannel Gray. Of the two yarns and color choices (which I can’t see to compare?) could you help me decide? Which yarn makes up prettier in this pattern, in your opinion?
Thanks,
Brenda?
Hello Brenda,
Thank you for reaching out! Dove Gray is another beautiful gray option in Season Alpaca. Cotton Pure would work beautifully for this blanket, especially for a cooler weather blanket. It will have a less “fluffy” feel and look to it and will not be as warm.
I hope this helps and happy knitting!
-Marilla
I’m confused with the bind off instructions. Why is {knit 1, slip first stitch over} in brackets? Am I supposed to do that or am I supposed to just do what is not in brackets?
Thanks
Elizabeth
Hi Elizabeth,
Thanks for reaching out! The brackets are used to indicate a repeated portion of the row, or a repeat within a repeat – so, for this step, you will repeat [knit 1, slip first stitch over] three times, and then continue with the rest of the row, which has you repeat back to the first asterisk to start the cast off pattern again.
I hope that clears things up!
Julianna
I love this pattern but am thinking I’d like to use a thicker yarn (a worsted/aran weight, perhaps?) for a warmer blanket. I would want to do the larger size (42″ x 55″) but might like to make it even a little larger. I have completed a couple of Purl Soho patterns in the past and my gauge tends to match that of your patterns. Are you able to suggest some other thicker yarns that you think might work.
Many thanks, Cher
Hello Cher,
Thank you for reaching out! We actually did a beautiful scarf version of this pattern with our Alpaca Pure, which is a Worsted/Aran weight. We knit this with a US 8 needle and got a gauge of 22 stitches = 4 inches in stitch pattern. I think this blanket would also be beautiful knit up in our Worsted Twist or Blue Sky’s Worsted Hand Dyes.
I hope this helps and happy knitting!
-Marilla
I love the idea of doing a ribbed blanket. I actually enjoy purling though, so I’m considering just doing a basic ribbing instead of the no-purl pattern. Do you know if, using the same yarn and needle, the traditional ribbing (2 knits, 2 purls) will use up more yarn than the no-purl ribbing? I have found calculators for determining yardage needed for stockinet stitch, but can’t find anything for other patterns. I would like to make a 48X60 inch blanket but only have 4,000 yards of sport weight yarn. I’m knitting with size 4 knitting needles and getting about 6 stitches to the inch. Thank you so much!
Hello Ericla,
Thank you for reaching out! Because you are getting 6 stitches per inch rather than the 8 we go in this blanket I would say that you will need less yarn to complete this blanket it. Your yarn will go a bit further but the 4,000 yards likely wont put you at 48×60.
I hope this helps and happy knitting!
-Marilla
Hi,
I’d like to knit this blanket in Cricket and I’m thinking about 1 Red Shoe. Would you consider it a true red color? Is cast on and yarn comparable to the patterned yarn / how many skeins would you recommend for the larger throw?
Thanks in advance,
Brenda
Hello Brenda,
Thank you for reaching out- what beautiful color choices! You will need 14 total skeins to complete the larger size. The only thing I would be aware of before jumping in is that Anzula’s Cricket is a bit thicker than Season Alpaca, because of this I would knit up a little gauge swatch before jumping in to make sure your fabric isn’t coming out to stiff.
I hope this helps and happy knitting!
-Marilla
Good morning!
I would like to knit this in a size for a baby, a blanket for car seat. I think the length would simply need to adjusted. Can you please help me determine how many stitches to cast on. Thank you!
Hello Dana,
Thank you for reaching out! If you are planning on just making the blanket shorter you can keep you cast on number as is. You will just stop knitting when you reach your desired link.
Happy knitting,
Marilla
Could you use Cotton Pure to make this throw?
Hi Sharon,
Thanks for reaching out! Yes, Cotton Pure would be an excellent yarn to use for this throw, and you would need the same number of skeins. Unfortunately we are completely sold out of our old version of Cotton Pure at this time, but keep an eye out for an email announcement of our updated version made from 100% organic cotton, which should be arriving soon!
Best,
Julianna
Hello. I’m wondering if you have any other options you might suggest besides Good Wool and Cotton Pure. I’m looking for a peachy color. Also, how do you think it might look if I did an ombré kind of thing with half of the blanket one color and the other half the next shade down? Thanks!!
Hi Kate,
Thanks for reaching out! Cascade Ultra Pima would also work well for this blanket and comes in a lovely White Peach color. An ombré or color block effect would be very interesting in the No-Purl Rib stitch! If you try it, please do let us know how it turns out!
Best,
Julianna
Thank you!!
Gotta try this….it reminds me of double knitting even the mistake rib stitch.
I think the off white color you chose is elegant; nice, very nice; TY! ?
Good morning … I have made a couple mistakes and need help on picking up the wrapped stitch that has been dropped. Can you do a quick tutorial?
Hi Deborah,
Thanks for reaching out! Unfortunately we don’t have a tutorial for picking up dropped stitches, but you should be able to find quite a few by searching for “picking up dropped stitches in knitting.” If you need to pick up a stitch in the column of slipped stitches, simply turn your work so the side of the column that looks like stockinette stitch is facing you, and pick up every other ladder until you are back at the top of your work. I will be sure to pass your request along to the design team!
Best,
Julianna
Thanks so much for your prompt reply. I’ll check out You Tube and see what I an find .
If I use a chunky yarn will I still be able to see the pattern?
Hello Pam,
Thank you for reaching out! Yes, you will still be able to see the pattern, it will just be much larger! You will also need to go up in needle size to use a thicker yarn for this pattern.
I hope this helps and happy knitting!
-Marilla
Good morning .. I finished my crib size blanket using the Baby Alpaca yarn. What would you suggest as the best way to block? I was thinking of doing a quick soak.
Hi Deborah,
Great question! Wet blocking is always a great option, especially since it will also wash the blanket. You could also steam or spray block if you prefer!
Best,
Julianna
You guys are so great for sharing these nice, yet simple, knitting patterns. I’ve made some of your other projects and now I’m going to knit this one up too! Thank you.
What size of blanket is made with 8 skeins and what size of blanket is made with 16 skeins?
Thanks ???
Hi Steph,
Thanks for reaching out! We used 8 skeins of Season Alpaca for our Crib Size blanket, which measures 32 by 40 inches, and 16 skeins for our Throw Size blanket, which measures 42 by 55 inches.
Happy knitting!
Julianna
I’m currently making a scarf using this lovely stitch and I was wondering if this stitch can be used in the round to make a hat?
Hi Damita,
Thanks for reaching out! Knitting this stitch in the round will require altering the stitch pattern to include purls, but it can be done! The two row repeat for working in the round is as follows:
Round 1: slip 1 with yarn in front (wyif), k3, repeat from * to end of round
Round 2: K1, *slip 1 wyib, k3, repeat from * to last 2 stitches, slip 1 wyib, k1.
I hope that helps, and happy knitting!
Julianna
Hi! I would like to make this in a twin size. How much yarn would I need? Thank you for your help!
Hi Jen,
Thank you for writing in! A twin sized bed is typically 39″ x 75″, so our throw size is about right as a coverlet. To make an even more generous blanket you will likely need around 5000 yards, or 23 skeins of Season Alpaca. I recommend casting on around 360 stitches and knitting until you run out of yarn for a finished size of around 45″ x 73″. I hope this helps!
Happy knitting!
Gaby
Thanks for your help, Gaby! This saves me so much math! : )
Jen
Hi?
I’d like to make this afghan (large size) for my husband. Is Season Alpaca the best choice – I love it but fear it might start pilling soon and not look as pretty. Is there an alternative? Also, he likes red plum heather but do you think that color is a good choice for this pattern? Also I wonder about it collecting a lot of lint, etc.
Any thoughts/suggestions/artistic expertise?
Thanks in advance,
BAS?
Hi BAS
Thanks for writing in! We love the Season Alpaca for this blanket and it would be beautiful in Red Plum Heather! Another option would be the Good Wool or Cotton Pure All animal fiber yarns will pill to some degree, but keeping your blanket maintained with Ultimate Fuzz Remover is the best way to keep it looking great. I hope this helps!
Happy knitting
Jessica
Hi!
I have some lovely 4ply merino. How would using this change the blanket if I was to do it in crib size?
Thanks 🙂
Hi Grace
Thanks for writing in! If your 4ply is the equivalent to a DK yarn, your blanket would be a little larger than the 32 X 40 crib size. I would recommend doing a gauge swatch to see how many stitches per inch and if you need to adjust your cast on, or needle size. You will then round this number to the nearest multiple of 4 + 3 stitches, and you are ready to cast on! I hope this helps!
Best
Jessica
Hello,
I have “figured” it out!
Sorry. Just took awhile. Guess I forgot how to count!
Anyway, the pattern is beautiful and the color is beautiful Red Plum Heather.
Thanks,
Hi🧶🙂
I’m about half way done and would like to start weaving in some ends as I go, rather than face them all in the end. Any suggestions about the best way to hide this process and keep them secure?
Thanks!
Hi Brenda,
Thanks for reaching out! We have a great Weaving in Your Ends tutorial that demonstrates the best way to hide and secure all the ends!
I hope this helps, happy knitting!
Gianna
Hi there. Love your blog and products!! Looking to knit a throw in a soft wool; something we will use frequently. I love the no-purl blanket design. I’m hoping for a low maintenance blanket – one I can put in the wash rather than hand wash. Any recommendations? Also, any patterns where blocking is not needed?
Thanks.
Hi Sherry,
Thanks for reaching out! For a wonderfully soft and machine washable blanket I would recommend using Anzula Cricket in place of the Season Alpaca in this pattern! It is a great blend of 80% superwash merino, 10% cashmere, 10% nylon so it is not only super soft but also durable! Also, although we suggest to block the blanket as desired, it is not necessary.
I hope this helps, happy knitting!
Gianna
Hi there. Lovely pattern. However I’m unsure how to pick up the knit sts when dropped (accidentally of course).
Any help would be great as I’m unable to create the “purl bumps” on either side when picking up dropped stitch.
Hi Jillian,
Thanks for reaching out! Sadly we do not have a tutorial for this yet but there are many great tutorials on youtube showing how to pick up dropped stitches! I would recommend looking for picking up dropped stitches in garter, this will show you have to get the purl bumps on either side!
I hope this helps and please let me know if you have any more questions!
Warmly,
Gianna
Hi!
For row 1, essentially I am knitting 6 in a row and then slipping 1 ?
I just finished the row and realized I did knit 3, slip 1, knit 3, slip 1 all the way to the end. Should I start over?
Hi Kim,
Thanks for writing in! No need to start over, you have it correct! For row 1 you will K3, and start the repeat of *slip 1 with yarn in front (wyif), k3, repeat from * to end of row. So yes, it should be slip 1, k3, slip 1, k3 until the end of the row!
I hope this helps and please let me know if you have any more questions!
gianna
I am halfway though a lap blanket using this pattern with chunky yarn and I’m loving the pattern! Thank you! So much easier than purling and the rib is softer! I’d love to make a cowl in the round. Any advice on how to translate this pattern to joined in the round knitting?
Hi Christina,
Thanks for reaching out! I am so glad to hear that you have enjoyed this pattern! Unfortunately, we don’t currently have instructions to work. this pattern in the round, but I will certainly pass the interest on to the rest of the team!
Happy knitting!
Gianna
If I want to make this into a scarf for a male, how many stitches would you suggest casting on? I will be using a worsted weight yarn.
Thank you!
Hi Cindy,
Thanks for writing in. I wanted to let you know that we actually have a pattern that uses this stitch in a scarf! You can find it right here: https://www.purlsoho.com/create/2014/09/12/no-purl-ribbed-scarf/. Hope this helps!
All the best,
Lili
I want to knit the No-Purl Knitted Throw and cast on using the Tubular cast-on method. Even though the pattern calls for knits and slipped stitches purlwise, would I use the tubular cast on method for knitted objects with an odd number of stitches?
Thank you!
Hi EJ,
Thanks for writing in! Since this blanket isn’t a traditional rib pattern and only works with knit and slipped stitches, I think a basic Long Tail Cast On would be most appropriate for this pattern!
I hope this helps, happy knitting!
Gianna
Hi,
I was really so excited to find a no-purl blanket. My issue is that I’m using different yarns-cotton pure plus other skeins of yarn I purchased in Italy that I feel (hope) are similar. I’d like to make a blanket about 36 inches wide by about 48 inches long. (length and width are a bit flexible – trying for a size in between your 2 sizes.)
Question 1-I figured 295 stitches for the cast on. Do you think that will work for the 4+3 pattern and the width I’m aiming for?
Question 2-Can you tell me approximately how many yards of yarn I would need for a blanket about 36X48?
Thank you so much for any help you can give me,
Marlene
PS I was originally thinking of using the Rose Stitch pattern but I really wanted an even easier blanket pattern with mostly knit stitches. I honestly didn’t think there was any until I came across this! I was so happy to find it! Glad I decided to look at your patterns!
Hi Marlene!
I’m so glad to hear you found the pattern you were looking for! To help figure out your cast on, I would suggest knitting a gauge swatch with the yarns you have to see how many stitches you are getting per inch. Then you can multiply that number by 36 (and round to the nearest multiple of 4+3) to see how many stitches you would need to cast on! If your gauge swatch is measuring at the same stitches per inch as listed in this pattern (32 stitches and 48 rows = 4 inches in stitch pattern), you could cast on 287 stitches for a 36″ wide blanket.
Since the 36×48 size you are making falls halfway between the two sizes, you will need about 2590 yards, or 12 skeins of Season Alpaca if you were to use Season Alpaca. If your gauge is different than the pattern’s gauge, however, this will impact how many yards you will need! I would weigh your skein(s) before and after your gauge swatch to see how many grams were used in the dimensions of your gauge swatch, and then you can multiply the grams of yarn used in your gauge swatch by 48″, then divide that number by the length of your gauge swatch to see how many grams of yarn you would need for a 48″ long blanket that is proportional to the dimensions of your swatch.
I hope this helps!
All the best,
Margaret
I’d like to try this in a worsted weight yarn. How many skeins of your Worsted Twist do you think I’d need to make the crib sized blanket?
Hi Anne,
Thanks for reaching out! You would need 7 skeins of Worsted Twist to make the crib size of this blanket. Hope this helps!
All the best,
Lili
I would like to knit this throw using Santolina. How many skeins would I need and what size needle would I use?
Hi Jeanne,
Thanks for reaching out. You would need about 5 skeins of Santolina if you’re making the Crib size, or 9 skeins if you’re making the Throw size! We recommend using either size US 2 or US 3 needles for Santolina, but you can choose whichever you like best (or a different size).
Because Santolina is a lighter weight yarn than this pattern was written for, you will also need to change the number of stitches you cast on so that the blanket turns out the correct size. To figure out your cast-on number, you will want to first knit a gauge swatch in pattern (if this is daunting, we have a wonderful tutorial called All About Gauge). Once you know how many stitches you are getting per inch, you can multiply that number by the width that you would like and cast on the nearest multiple of 4 + 3. Then you can follow the pattern as written!
All the best,
Lili
Hello,
I’m following the instructions exactly but after 6 rows, I am not getting the pattern shown on the photo. The two sides are definitely not the same (it looks like stockinette stitch with all “v” stitches on one side and all “little scarf” stitches on the other side). I am using circular needles so I’m knitting in the round in a continuous manner without ever turning my work and going back and forth like I do with straight needles. (This is my first time with circular needles so I hope I’m doing it right). I placed a marker to show where each row starts. Whenever I reach the marker, I keep going knitting in the same direction but I switch from one pattern to another with each row (wrong side, right side, etc). I’m so disappointed. What on earth am I doing wrong?
Hi Christine,
Thanks for reaching out! It actually sounds like you’re knitting in the round, rather than knitting flat. When using circular needles to knit flat, you will still need to turn your work at the end of each row like you would on straight needles! This ensures that you create a flat knit fabric, rather than a tube. Hope this helps clear things up!
All the best,
Lili
Oh Lord, yes, I was knitting in the round. I thought one always knitted in the round with circular needles! Total ignorance on my part. I did not know one could “knit flat”. Thank you so much for your answer, I was in tears the other day.
Best,
Christine
You’re very welcome, Christine! Glad I could clear things up!
All the best,
Lili
This looks like a project I can do as I’m a beginner. Any beginner knitters in Tallahassee Florida? I’m looking for a community of knitters.
Hi. I’m about to knit this pattern in the beautiful weathered barn color. I’m a slow knitter, but a patient one. Could I knit this on # 6 needles. I think #4 is too tiny for my eyesight. If so, how do I change the pattern? Thanks
Hi Janice,
Thanks for reaching out! Yes, you could definitely knit this blanket with US 6 needles instead! You’ll just need to first knit a gauge swatch in the stitch pattern to see what your gauge is. Here’s our guide on swatching, All About Gauge, in case you’d like more information! Once you have the stitches per inch you’re knitting, you’ll multiply this by the width of your blanket (either 32 or 40 inches depending on if you’re knitting the crib or throw size). Then, make sure that number is a multiple of 4 + 3; e.g. 255 works because it’s 252 (which is 4 times 63 and then plus 3 more). After that, you’re all set to cast-on! I hope this helps!
All the best,
Cat
Thanks for the quick reply at this busy time. I’ll get right on it!
Janice
Hi Janice,
You’re super welcome! Wishing you all the happy knitting!
All the best,
Cat
Hi. I have cast on 327 (324 + 3) stitches 3 times, with no luck. After knitting 4 rows, it never comes out right. I have been very careful about casting on the exact # of stitches by using markers for every 20, double check the 20 and move on. Each time I come to the end of a row, it doesn’t work out as it should. I need some help or another pattern. I’m on a size 6 circular needle and want to the full blanket size. Is there any trick to counting? Or, is there another pattern that would be easier with the same effect?
Thanks again!
Hi Janice,
Thanks for writing in! I would suggest casting on just as you have and once you’re completely done, count them as a whole rather than in sections. Another thing I would suggest is knitting a gauge swatch just until you are familiar with the stitches and how they knit up. That way you are doing it on a smaller scale and can get an idea of how each row is to be worked. This helps me tremendously when I keep hitting bumps in the road. Another great pattern for ‘ribbing’ is our Wide Wale blanket for a ribbed fabric blanket. Although the stitches are knit differently, the pattern still produces the ribbed effect you might be looking for. I hope this helps but please let me know if you have any other questions!
All the best,
Gavriella
Thank you. Hopefully, this is my last question. I just knit my first row 1. What should be the last 4 stitches in that row? I’m somewhat sure I’ve cast on the correct number, but I’m unsure how this row should end. I ended with k, slip, knit, knit.
Hi Janice, the last four stitches to be worked in the row should be 1 slip stitch and 3 knit stitches! So you will be working the last four stitches as ‘slip 1 with yarn in front (wyif), k3, repeat from k3’.
Hello from New Zealand! I’m working this in a local yarn and I wanted to check if the gauge you’ve shared above is based on the rib pattern or in stockinette? I’m not sure how to count the stitches in the no-purl pattern.
Hi Hannah,
Thanks for writing in! The gauge for this blanket is based on the stitch pattern and not stockinette. If you’d like some help checking your gauge, you can send a photo of your swatch with a ruler lined both horizontally and vertically to [email protected] and we would be happy to help!
All the best,
Gavriella
If I slipped the first stitch of every row kwyib, keeping the pattern as written, would that give me a slipped garter edge without changing the look at all? It looks like the pattern begins and ends with a K on every row so I think it would but sometimes my eyes deceive me.
Hi Kathleen,
You could definitely slip the first stitch of every row if you’d like but I recommend trying this over a small swatch first to see how you like the fabric.
I hope this helps!
All the best,
Gavriella
How do you move from the right side to the wrong side and carry the yarn forward, doesn’t the yarn end up on wrong end or maybe my brain just isn’t working today. Thanks.
Hi Diane,
Thanks for writing in! All you need to do at the end of every row is turn your work so that the other side faces you instead. Then, your working yarn should be on the right edge of your blanket, and you can start knitting from there!
All the best,
Lili