Knit Blankets: 25 Colorful & Cozy Throws by Sixth&Spring Books

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Cuddle Up with Color Combining the most popular blanket patterns from Noro magazine with several brand new and exclusive designs, Knit Blankets: 25 Colorful & Cozy Throws is the ultimate collection of knit afghans, blankets, and throws. With simple textures, modular projects, graphic intarsia, and more, these blankets are as diverse and fun to knit as their colors are vibrant. Knit with Noro’s trademark self-striping colorways, as well as their stunning solids, these blankets will brighten your home and warm your heart.

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Editor JACOB SEIFERT Art Director JOE VIOR Contributing Writer MOLLY POHLIG Yarn Editor LINDSAY MORRIS Supervising Patterns Editor CARLA SCOTT

Vice President/Editorial Director TRISHA MALCOLM Chief Executive Officer CAROLINE KILMER Production Manager DAVID JOINNIDES President ART JOINNIDES Chairman JAY STEIN

Copyright © 2019 by Sixth&Spring Books/Knitting Fever, Inc. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced or used in any form or by any means—graphic, electronic, or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or information storage-and-retrieval systems— without written permission of the publisher. The written instructions, photographs, designs, projects, and patterns are intended for the personal, noncommercial use of the retail purchaser and are under federal copyright laws; they are not to be reproduced in any form for commercial use. Permission is granted to photocopy patterns for the personal use of the retail purchaser.

Technical Illustrator LORETTA DACHMAN

Projects knit from patterns in this book are for personal use only and are not intended for commercial resale.

Photography ROSE CALLAHAN JACK DEUTSCH

Library of Congress Cataloging-in-Publication Data Names: Sixth & Spring Books. Title: Knit blankets : 25 colorful and cozy throws / by the editors of Sixth&Spring Books. Description: First edition. | New York : Sixth&Spring Books, 2019. | Series: Timeless Noro | Includes index. Identifiers: LCCN 2019005445 | ISBN 9781640210462 (flexi-cover) Subjects: LCSH: Knitting — Patterns. | Blankets. | Throws (Coverlets) Classification: LCC TT825 .K6232 2019 | DDC 746.43/2—dc23 LC record available at https: //lccn.loc.gov/2019005445 Manufactured in China

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CONTENTS 6 Introduction THE PROJECTS 8 10 14 18 20 24 28 32 36 38 42 46

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Bias Stripe Afghan Mitered Squares Blanket Color in Motion Slip-Stitch Rib Blanket Star Blanket Half and Half Sequence Stripes Blanket Entrelac Pinwheel Blanket Vertebrae Stitch Afghan Color Waves Tilted Triangles Blanket Leaf Afghan

52 56 58 64 66 70 72 76 78 82 84 88 90 94

Modular Afghan Feather-and-Fan Lace Blanket Entrelac Crayon Box Woven Stitch Blanket Shadow Angles Garter and Rib Blanket To the Point Chevron Throw Square in a Square Blanket Change of Pace Blanket Heart Blanket Water Lilies Mosaic Blanket Helpful Information 95 Distributors 96 Index

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INTRODUCTION

MAKING EVERY STITCH COUNT There’s nothing quite like wrapping yourself up in a knit blanket. It’s warm and soft, and you can feel the joy and care that went into creating every single stitch. Requiring more time to make than a hat or scarf, knit blankets are true labors of love that often become cherished heirlooms enjoyed by generations. There’s no doubt that knit blankets are truly special, but they are made even more so when created using the vibrant colorways of Noro yarns. Combining the most popular blankets from Noro magazine with several brand new and exclusive designs, this collection of 25 knit blankets has something for every preference and skill level. From simple textures to graphic intarsia, from super bulky to airy lace, from single-piece blankets to modular projects that can be easily knit while on the go, these projects are diverse, unique, and always fun to make. Whether you prefer high-contrast self-striping colorways or more subdued tonal shifts, there is no wrong way to display a Noro blanket. Drape it across the back of a sofa, place it neatly folded in a chair, or toss it across a bed. The colors are sure to brighten your home and bring warm smiles to everyone who sees them.

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AFGHAN

BIAS STRIPE AFGHAN

Strip 1 (make 3) With A, cast on 4 sts. Knit 2 rows. Inc row 1 (RS) With B, kfb, k to last st, kfb —2 sts inc’d. Row 2 (WS) With B, purl.

Inc row 3 With A, kfb, k to last st, kfb —2 sts inc’d. Row 4 With A, knit. Rep rows 1– 4 seven times more—36 sts.** Bias row 1 (RS) With B, ssk, k to last st, kfb.

Six bias-knit strips knit in opposite directions create a chevron pattern when seamed together.

Bias row 2 With B, purl. Bias row 3 With A, ssk, k to last st, kfb. Bias row 4 With A, knit. Rep bias rows 1–4 until long edge of strip measures 60"/152.5cm, then work dec shaping as foll: Dec row 1 (RS) With B, ssk, k to last 2 sts, k2tog —2 sts dec’d. Row 2 With B, purl. Dec row 3 With A, ssk, k to last 2 sts, k2tog —2 sts dec’d. Row 4 With A, knit. Rep last 4 rows 7 times more— 4 sts. With A, bind off.* Strip 2 (make 3) Work as for Strip 1 until **—36 sts. Bias row 1 (RS) With B, kfb, k to last 2 sts, k2tog. Bias row 2 With B, purl. Bias row 3 With A, kfb, k to last 2 sts, k2tog.

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Bias row 4 With A, knit. Rep bias rows 1– 4 until long edge of strip measures 60"/152.5cm, then work dec shaping as for Strip 1.

FINISHED MEASUREMENTS

FINISHING

Approx 42 x 60"/106.5 x 152.5cm

Block each strip to 8.5 x 60"/21.5 x 152.5cm. Sew long edges of strips tog, alternating Strips 1 and 2 to create chevron pattern. Weave in

MATERIALS

ends. If desired, block lightly to smooth out seams.•

• 6 3½oz /100g balls (each approx 196yd /179m) of Ella Rae Cashmereno Aran (merino wool/acrylic/cashmere) in 16 Graphite (A) • 10 1¾oz/50g skeins (each approx 110yd/100m) of Noro Kureyon (wool) in #95 Lime/Hot Pink/Orange (B) • One pair size 9 (5.5mm) needles, OR SIZE TO OBTAIN GAUGE

GAUGE 14 sts and 28 rows to 4"/10cm over bias row pat using size 9 (5.5mm) needles. TAKE TIME TO CHECK GAUGE.

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HELPFUL INFORMATION ABBREVIATIONS approx beg CC ch cm cn cont dc dec dec’d dpn foll g inc inc’d k kfb

approximately begin(ning) contrasting color chain centimeter(s) cable needle continu(e)(ing) double crochet decreas(e)(ing) decreased double-pointed needle(s) follow(s)(ing) gram(s) increas(e)(ing) increased knit knit into front and back of same stitch—1 stitch increased kfbf knit info front, back, and front of stitch—2 stitches increased k2tog knit 2 stitches together LH left-hand lp(s) loop(s) m meter(s) M1 make 1 knit stitch by inserting tip of LH needle from front to back under strand between last stitch worked and next stitch; knit into back loop —1 stitch increased M1 p-st make 1 purl stitch by inserting tip of LH needle from back to front under strand between last stitch worked and next stitch; purl into front loop —1 stitch increased MC main color mm millimeter(s) oz ounce(s) p purl p2tog purl 2 stitches together—1 stitch decreased pat(s) pattern(s) pfb purl into front and back of same stitch —1 stitch increased

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pm psso rem rep RH rnd(s) RS S2KP

place maker pass slip stitch(es) over remain(s)(ing) repeat right-hand round(s) right side(s) slip 2 stitches together, knit 1 stitch, pass 2 slip stitches over knit stitch—2 stitches decreased sc single crochet SKP slip 1 stitch, knit 1 stitch, pass slip stitch over knit 1—1 stitch decreased SK2P slip 1 stitch, knit 2 stitches together, pass slip stitch over knit 2 together—2 stitches decreased sl slip sl st slip stitch sm slip marker ssk (ssp) slip next 2 stitches knitwise (purlwise) one at a time; knit (purl) these 2 stitches together—1 stitch decreased sssk slip next 3 stitches knitwise, one at a time, knit these 3 stitches together—2 stitches decreased st(s) stitch(es) St st stockinette stitch tbl through back loop(s) tog together tr treble crochet WS wrong side(s) wyib with yarn in back wyif with yarn in front yd yard(s) yo yarn over * repeat directions following * as many times as indicated [] repeat directions inside brackets as many times as indicated

CROCHET-CHAIN CAST-ON

1) Make a slipknot on the crochet hook. Hold the needle and yarn in your left hand with the yarn under the needle. Wrap the yarn around the hook, as shown. Pull the yarn through the slipknot.

2) Bring the yarn to the back under the needle, wrap the yarn as before, and pull it through the loop on the hook. Repeat this step until you have cast on the desired number of stitches minus 1.

3) Bring the yarn to the back. Slip the loop from the hook to the needle, as shown.

SKILL LEVELS BEGINNER EASY

••• INTERMEDIATE •••• EXPERIENCED

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DISTRIBUTORS

STANDARD YARNWeight WEIGHTSystem SYSTEM Standard Yarn Categories of yarn, gauge ranges, and recommended needle and hook sizes Yarn Weight Symbol & Category

Super Fine

Fine

Light

Bulky

Super Bulky

Jumbo

Sock, Fingering, Baby

Sport, Baby

DK, Light Worsted

Worsted, Chunky, Afghan, Craft, Aran Rug

Super Bulky, Roving

Jumbo, Roving

Knit Gauge 33–40** Range* in sts Stockinette Stitch to 4 inches

27–32 sts

23–26 sts

21–24 sts

16–20 sts

12–15 sts

7–11 sts

6 sts and fewer

Recommended Needle in Metric Size Range

1.5–2.25 mm

2.25— 3.25 mm

3.25— 3.75 mm

3.75— 4.5 mm

4.5— 5.5 mm

5.5— 8 mm

8— 12.75 mm

12.75 mm and larger

Recommended Needle U.S. Size Range

000–1

1 to 3

3 to 5

5 to 7

7 to 9

9 to 11

11 to 17

17 and larger

Crochet Gauge* Ranges in Single Crochet to 4 inch

32–42 21–32 double sts crochets**

16–20 sts

12–17 sts

11–14 sts

8–11 sts

6–9 sts

5 sts and fewer

Recommended Hook in Metric Size Range

Steel*** 1.6–1.4 mm

2.25— 3.5 mm

3.5— 4.5 mm

4.5— 5.5 mm

5.5— 6.5 mm

6.5— 9 mm

9— 16 mm

16 mm and larger

Recommended Hook U.S. Size Range

Steel*** 6, 7, 8 Regular hook B–1

B–1 to E–4

E–4 to 7

7 to I–9

I–9 to K–10 1⁄2

K–10 1⁄2 to M–13

M–13 to Q

Q and larger

Type of Yarns in Category

Lace Fingering 10-count crochet thread

Medium

* GUIDELINES ONLY: The above reflect the most commonly used gauges and needle or hook sizes for specific yarn categories. ** Lace weight yarns are usually knitted or crocheted on larger needles and hooks to create lacy, openwork patterns. Accordingly, a gauge range is difficult to determine. Always follow the gauge stated in your pattern. *** Steel crochet hooks are sized differently from regular hooks—the higher the number, the smaller the hook, which is the reverse of regular hook sizing This Standards & Guidelines booklet and downloadable symbol artwork are available at:

KNITTING NEEDLES SIZES US

Metric

0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

2mm 2.25mm 2.75mm 3.25mm 3.5mm 3.75mm 4mm 4.5mm 5mm

9 10 10½ 11 13 15 17 19 35

5.5mm 6mm 6.5mm 8mm 9mm 10mm 12.75mm 15mm 19mm

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INDEX B bias, knitting on the Bias Stripe Afghan 8 Chevron Throw 76 Shadow Angles 66 Bias Stripe Afghan 8

C Change of Pace Blanket 82 chevron Bias Stripe Afghan 8 Chevron Throw 76 Chevron Throw 76 Color in Motion 14 Color Waves 38

E entrelac Entrelac Crayon Box 58 Entrelac Pinwheel Blanket 32 Entrelac Crayon Box 58 Entrelac Pinwheel Blanket 32

Vertebrae Stitch Afghan 36 Leaf Afghan 46

M mitered Mitered Squares Blanket 10 Mosaic Blanket 90 To the Point 72 Mitered Squares Blanket 10 modular Color in Motion 14 Heart Blanket 84 Leaf Afghan 46 Modular Afghan 52 Mitered Squares Blanket 10 Square in a Square Blanket 78 Water Lilies 88 Modular Afghan 52 Mosaic Blanket 90 mosaic knitting Mosaic Blanket 90

Feather-and-Fan Lace Blanket 56

pompoms Color Waves 38

Garter and Rib Blanket 70

H Half and Half 24 Heart Blanket 84

I intarsia Heart Blanket 84 Shadow Angles 66 Star Blanket 20 Woven Stitch Blanket 64

L lace Feather-and-Fan Lace Blanket 56 Modular Afghan 52

seamed Bias Stripe Afghan 8 Chevron Throw 76 Color in Motion 14 Color Waves 38 Entrelac Pinwheel Blanket 32 Half and Half 24 Heart Blanket 84 Leaf Afghan 46 Square in a Square Blanket 78 Star Blanket 20 Tilted Triangles Blanket 42 To the Point 72 Water Lilies 88 seamless Change of Pace Blanket 82 Entrelac Crayon Box 58

Feather-and-Fan Lace Blanket 56 Garter and Rib Blanket 70 Mitered Squares Blanket 10 Modular Afghan 52 Mosaic Blanket 90 Sequence Stripes Blanket 28 Shadow Angles 66 Slip-Stitch Rib Blanket 18 Vertebrae Stitch Afghan 36 Woven Stitch Blanket 64 Sequence Stripes Blanket 28 Shadow Angles 66 short rows Half and Half 24 Tilted Triangles Blanket 42 Water Lilies 88 slip-stitch Garter and Rib Blanket 70 Slip-Stitch Rib Blanket 18 Woven Stitch Blanket 64 Slip-Stitch Rib Blanket 18 Square in a Square Blanket 78 Star Blanket 20 stripes Bias Stripe Afghan 8 Color in Motion 14 Feather-and-Fan Lace Blanket 56 Vertebrae Stitch Afghan 36 Woven Stitch Blanket 64

T tassels Color Waves 38 Tilted Triangles Blanket 42 To the Point 72

V Vertebrae Stitch Afghan 36

W Water Lilies 88 Woven Stitch Blanket 64

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