Shivaree Throw - Free Pattern

Photo above © sonomahead

Shivaree Throw by the Berroco Design Team is a richly textured knitted blanket featuring dramatic braided cables surrounded by classic double seed stitch.

Designed in Berroco Ultra Alpaca, the combination of cables and textured background gives this throw a timeless, substantial appearance. Best of all, the original Shivaree Throw knitting pattern is still available free directly from Berroco.

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Good news: Shivaree Throw is still available as a free knitting pattern from Berroco. We have updated this guide to direct readers to the current official Berroco pattern page rather than relying on older third-party links.

Shivaree Throw at a Glance

Pattern: Shivaree Throw

Designer: Berroco Design Team

Craft: Knitting

Project Type: Throw / Home

Skill Level: Intermediate

Finished Size: Approximately 48 × 60 inches

Suggested Yarn: Berroco Ultra Alpaca

Yarn Required: 13 hanks

Main Needle: US 8 / 5 mm circular needle

Notions: Cable needle

Main Textures: Braided cables and double seed stitch

Current Availability: Free official Berroco pattern

About the Shivaree Throw

Shivaree is a generously sized knitted throw built around a repeating combination of braided cables and double seed stitch.

The cables create strong vertical lines across the blanket, while the surrounding textured stitch provides contrast and helps the cable motifs stand out.

Unlike a blanket assembled from individual squares, Shivaree is worked as one large piece. This creates a continuous pattern across the entire throw and avoids the need to join multiple knitted blocks afterward.

Finished Size

Berroco gives the finished dimensions as approximately:

48 inches wide × 60 inches long

That makes Shivaree large enough to work as a substantial sofa throw or an extra layer for a bed or reading chair.

Berroco Ultra Alpaca

The original design uses Berroco Ultra Alpaca.

The official pattern calls for:

13 hanks of Berroco Ultra Alpaca

The photographed Berroco version was made in the colour Sweet Potato #6229.

If you substitute another yarn, matching the original gauge and creating a fabric with good cable definition are more important than simply choosing a similar colour.

Needles and Equipment

Berroco specifies a:

29-inch US 8 / 5 mm circular knitting needle

The circular needle is used to comfortably hold the large number of stitches in the blanket; the throw itself is worked flat rather than joined in the round.

You will also need a cable needle for the braided cable pattern.

Gauge

Because Shivaree combines two different textures, Berroco provides gauge information for both.

For the double seed stitch section:

20 stitches × 28 rows = 4 inches

For the cable pattern:

13 stitches = 2 inches and 28 rows = 4 inches

These measurements are based on the US 8 / 5 mm needle.

Berroco specifically recommends checking gauge before beginning. With a project this large, even a modest gauge difference can affect both the finished dimensions and the amount of yarn required.

Braided Cable Design

The cables are the visual centerpiece of Shivaree.

Rather than using a single simple rope cable, the pattern creates a more elaborate braided effect through a repeating cable sequence.

Each cable section is worked over 13 stitches, with the cable pattern repeating over eight rows.

The official Berroco pattern provides the complete cable instructions and stitch glossary, including the required front- and back-crossing techniques.

Double Seed Stitch Texture

Between the braided cables is a textured stitch pattern that Berroco identifies as Double Seed Stitch.

This creates a small-scale knit-and-purl texture that contrasts nicely with the larger flowing cable motifs.

The combination is particularly effective because the quieter background texture allows the braided cables to remain the dominant feature.

How the Throw Is Constructed

Shivaree is worked flat on a circular needle.

The pattern begins with a large cast-on and establishes alternating sections of double seed stitch and cable motifs across the row.

Once the stitch patterns are established, the knitter continues the repeating textures until the piece reaches the required length.

Use Berroco's original pattern for the exact cast-on count, cable crossings, stitch sequence and row-by-row instructions.

Why Use a Circular Needle for a Flat Blanket?

A circular needle does not necessarily mean a project is knitted in the round.

Large blankets can contain hundreds of stitches, making conventional straight needles uncomfortable or impractical. A circular needle allows the flexible cable between the needle tips to support much of the weight of the project.

You simply turn the work at the end of each row and knit back and forth as you would with straight needles.

Skill Level

Berroco classifies Shivaree as an Intermediate knitting pattern.

Useful skills include:

• Casting on a large number of stitches
• Knitting and purling
• Following repeating stitch patterns
• Working with a cable needle
• Crossing cable stitches to the front and back
• Maintaining several pattern sections across a long row
• Checking gauge
• Binding off evenly
• Blocking a large knitted project

A Good Project for Learning Cable Rhythm

Although Shivaree is not a small project, repeating cable designs can become easier to follow once their rhythm becomes familiar.

Stitch markers placed between major pattern sections may also help you notice mistakes earlier instead of discovering them several rows later.

If you are relatively new to cables, consider practicing the cable motif with spare yarn before casting on the full blanket.

Choosing a Substitute Yarn

When substituting yarn for a cable blanket, look beyond yarn weight alone.

A yarn with good stitch definition can make the braided structure easier to see. Very fuzzy yarns may soften the appearance of the cables, while a smoother yarn can emphasize every crossing.

Also consider durability, warmth and washing requirements. A throw may receive considerably more everyday use than a decorative shawl or occasional garment.

Is Shivaree Throw Still Free?

Yes. Shivaree Throw remains available as a free knitting pattern directly from Berroco.

This is the best source to use because it comes from the company and design team responsible for the original pattern.

Amazing Knitting does not reproduce Berroco's copyrighted row-by-row pattern instructions. Instead, we provide project information and direct knitters to the legitimate original source.

Get the Free Shivaree Throw Pattern

Berroco currently provides the complete free pattern on its official website.

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More Free Knitted Blankets

If you enjoy textured throws and cable knitting, continue exploring the Amazing Knitting archive for more free blanket patterns.

Explore Free Blanket Knitting Patterns →

You can also browse cable knit blankets, free knitted throws, and seed stitch blankets.

Before You Start

Download or open the current Berroco pattern first, then make a gauge swatch that includes the relevant textured stitches.

Because this is a large project using 13 hanks in the original version, make sure you have enough yarn before casting on. If possible, purchase the yarn for the complete blanket at the same time to reduce the chance of noticeable dye-lot differences.

Pattern credit: Shivaree Throw was designed by the Berroco Design Team. The existing project photograph on this Amazing Knitting page is credited to sonomahead. The knitting pattern remains the property of its respective rights holder. Amazing Knitting does not reproduce Berroco's copyrighted row-by-row instructions.

Slip Stitch Sampler Throw - Free Pattern

Photos above © DrBron

Slip Stitch Sampler Throw by Irina Poludnenko is a colorful free knitting pattern originally published by Lion Brand. It combines slip-stitch colorwork with a modular log-cabin-inspired construction to create a large, eye-catching throw.

Six sections use the same basic log-cabin design in different color combinations, producing a sampler-style blanket without requiring complicated stranded colorwork.

The pattern is still available as a free knitting pattern, with a current downloadable version available through LoveCrafts.

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Slip Stitch Sampler Throw, Lion Brand pattern L10347, is currently available as a free downloadable knitting pattern. Use the current pattern source below for the complete instructions.

Slip Stitch Sampler Throw at a Glance

Pattern: Slip Stitch Sampler Throw

Designer: Irina Poludnenko

Publisher: Lion Brand Yarn

Pattern Number: L10347

Category: Blanket / Throw

Yarn Weight: Aran

Original Yarn: Lion Brand Vanna's Choice

Needles: US 8 / 5 mm

Gauge: 16 stitches × 24 rows = 4 in / 10 cm in slip-stitch pattern

Yardage: Approx. 3,570 yd / 3,264 m

Finished Size: Approx. 50 × 75 in / 127 × 190.5 cm

Construction: Modular squares, seamed

Techniques: Slip stitches, mosaic-style colorwork, stripes

Availability: Free downloadable pattern

About the Slip Stitch Sampler Throw

Slip Stitch Sampler Throw was designed by Irina Poludnenko for Lion Brand Yarn.

Rather than making one enormous uninterrupted panel, the blanket uses the same log-cabin-inspired design six times in different color combinations.

Once the individual sections are complete, they are assembled into a large rectangular throw.

The result is a colorful sampler blanket with strong geometric structure and plenty of visual variety.

Finished Size

The published finished dimensions are approximately:

50 × 75 inches / 127 × 190.5 cm

This is a substantial throw rather than a small lap blanket, so expect it to become a fairly large project both in knitting time and total yarn requirement.

Original Yarn

The pattern was designed using Lion Brand Vanna's Choice, an Aran-weight acrylic yarn.

The original yarn is listed at approximately 170 yards per 100-gram ball.

The published blanket uses multiple colors to create the changing combinations across its six main sections.

Original Color Plan

The published version uses nine colors:

• Dusty Blue
• Chocolate
• Rust
• Olive
• Dusty Purple
• Brick
• Pea Green
• Mustard
• Purple

The original quantities total 21 balls of Vanna's Choice.

Dusty Blue, Olive and Dusty Purple use three balls each, while the other six colors use two balls each.

Total Yardage

Ravelry records total published yardage of approximately:

3,570 yards / 3,264 meters

That large quantity reflects both the generous finished dimensions and the nine-color construction.

If substituting yarn, calculate your requirements carefully before beginning, particularly if some colors will be difficult to replace later from the same dye lot.

Needles

The published needle size is:

US 8 / 5 mm

Needle size is only a starting point. Use the size that allows you to obtain the required gauge with your chosen yarn.

Gauge

The published gauge is:

16 stitches × 24 rows = 4 × 4 inches / 10 × 10 cm

This gauge is measured in the slip-stitch pattern.

Even though a blanket does not need to fit a body, gauge still matters here because six separate sections eventually need to work together as one finished throw.

What Is Slip-Stitch Colorwork?

Slip-stitch colorwork can create surprisingly elaborate-looking patterns without requiring you to work several yarn colors across the same row at once.

Selected stitches are slipped rather than worked, allowing color from an earlier row to remain visible in the new row.

The technique can produce geometric color effects while keeping the actual knitting relatively approachable.

Why Slip Stitches Work Well Here

The strong colors already give this blanket plenty of visual energy. Slip stitches add another layer of texture and pattern without requiring complex stranded colorwork across every row.

They also complement the geometric log-cabin structure particularly well.

Keep Slipped Stitches Relaxed

One of the most important habits in slip-stitch knitting is avoiding excessive tension.

If the yarn carried past slipped stitches is pulled too tightly, the fabric can become compressed or distorted.

Allow the stitches to remain comfortably spaced on the needle as you work across each section.

Log-Cabin-Inspired Construction

Traditional log-cabin knitting builds outward in sections, creating strong geometric blocks of color.

Slip Stitch Sampler Throw uses this visual idea repeatedly, creating six versions of the same basic design in different color combinations.

This repetition is useful because once you understand how one section develops, the overall construction becomes much easier to visualize.

Six Main Sections

The throw is modular rather than one-piece.

Six major sections are knitted and later assembled to create the finished 50 × 75-inch blanket.

Modular construction has an important practical advantage: you do not need to carry the entire weight of a large blanket on your needles throughout the project.

Managing Nine Colors

A nine-color project benefits from a little organization.

Before casting on, label your colors according to the pattern and keep leftover yarn clearly identified.

Avoid relying only on memory, especially when several shades are similar.

A simple note showing the yarn name, color letter and remaining ball count can prevent confusion later in the project.

Choosing Your Own Palette

You do not have to reproduce the original Lion Brand colors exactly.

The geometric construction makes this an excellent project for creating your own coordinated palette.

Consider combining:

• Warm autumn shades
• Cool blues and greens
• Muted vintage colors
• Bright contrasting colors
• Neutrals with a few strong accent shades

Whatever palette you choose, make sure neighboring colors have enough contrast for the slip-stitch pattern to remain visible.

Substituting the Yarn

If you use another Aran-weight yarn, make a slip-stitch swatch before buying the full quantity.

Look for a yarn that provides:

• Good stitch definition
• Consistent gauge
• Comfortable drape
• Colors with useful contrast
• Care instructions suitable for a large blanket

Wash your swatch according to the yarn manufacturer's directions to see how the finished fabric changes.

Assembly Matters

Ravelry classifies the design as seamed.

Because separate sections eventually form one large geometric blanket, careful assembly is important.

Before sewing, block the sections if appropriate for your yarn and lay them out in the intended arrangement.

Check orientation and color placement before joining anything permanently.

Keep the Seams Flexible

A blanket seam should be secure without becoming a rigid ridge.

Pulling the joining yarn too tightly can cause the assembled throw to pucker along the seams.

Periodically lay the work flat while joining the sections to make sure the seam tension remains comfortable.

Important Pattern Correction

Important Before You Knit

Lion Brand published corrections for pattern L10347 on April 17, 2013. For that reason, use a current corrected version of the pattern rather than relying on an old copy saved from the original publication period.

Corrections are one of the main reasons Amazing Knitting links readers back to legitimate current pattern sources rather than reproducing old instructions.

Skill Level

Lion Brand classified the project as:

Easy+ / Level 3

The blanket is large, but the modular construction and repetition mean that project size should not automatically be confused with technical difficulty.

Skills Used in This Project

• Knitting and purling
• Slipping stitches
• Changing colors
• Reading repeating stitch patterns
• Modular knitting
• Picking up or working from existing sections as directed
• Maintaining consistent gauge
• Seaming knitted sections
• Weaving in multiple yarn ends
• Blocking and finishing a large blanket

Is Slip Stitch Sampler Throw Still Free?

Yes.

Slip Stitch Sampler Throw by Irina Poludnenko is still listed as a free knitting pattern, and a free downloadable PDF of Lion Brand pattern L10347 is currently available through LoveCrafts.

Amazing Knitting does not reproduce the designer's complete copyrighted instructions. Use the legitimate pattern source for the complete knitting directions.

Get the Free Slip Stitch Sampler Throw Pattern

The Lion Brand L10347 pattern is currently available as a free downloadable PDF from LoveCrafts:

Get the Free Slip Stitch Sampler Throw Pattern →

You can also view the Ravelry pattern record for project examples, specifications and historical pattern information:

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More Free Blanket Knitting Patterns

If you enjoy textured and colorful blanket projects, explore more verified free patterns in the Amazing Knitting archive:

• Waffle Blanket - Free Pattern
• Shivaree Throw - Free Pattern
• More Free Blanket Knitting Patterns

Before You Start

This is a large multi-color project, so organize your nine colors before casting on and make a swatch in the actual slip-stitch pattern.

Pay particular attention to keeping slipped stitches relaxed and keeping the dimensions of the modular sections consistent so that assembly is easier later.

Most importantly, use a current corrected version of Lion Brand L10347 rather than an old copied version of the instructions.

Pattern credit: Slip Stitch Sampler Throw was designed by Irina Poludnenko for Lion Brand Yarn. The existing project photographs on this Amazing Knitting page are credited to DrBron. Amazing Knitting provides an independent project guide and does not reproduce the designer's complete copyrighted knitting instructions.

Waffle Blanket - Free Pattern

Photo Projects © Ravelry 

Waffle Blanket by Alexis Layton is a free knitted afghan pattern that uses a simple repeating stitch pattern to create an attractive textured fabric.

Worked with Aran-weight yarn on 5 mm / US 8 needles, the finished blanket measures approximately 40 × 51 inches, making it a useful sofa throw or cozy everyday blanket.

Best of all, the original pattern remains available as a free Ravelry download.

✓ Free Pattern Availability

Waffle Blanket by Alexis Layton is currently available as a free Ravelry download. Use the original pattern listing below for the complete knitting instructions.

Waffle Blanket at a Glance

Pattern: Waffle Blanket

Designer: Alexis Layton

Published: January 2010

Category: Blanket / Throw / Afghan

Yarn Weight: Aran

Suggested Yarn: Bernat Super Value Solids (Vintage)

Needles: US 8 / 5 mm

Yardage: Approx. 764 yd / 699 m

Finished Size: Approx. 40 × 51 in / 102 × 130 cm

Features: Textured stitch pattern, eyelet details

Availability: Free Ravelry download

About the Waffle Blanket

Waffle Blanket is a knitted throw designed by Alexis Layton and first published in January 2010.

Its appeal comes from the combination of relatively straightforward knitting and a textured fabric that looks more elaborate than the construction might suggest.

The repeating pattern creates visual depth across the blanket while still allowing the project to function as a warm, practical afghan.

Finished Blanket Size

The published finished dimensions are approximately:

40 inches wide × 51 inches long

approximately 102 × 130 cm

This makes it a useful throw-sized blanket for a sofa, reading chair or an extra layer of warmth.

Yarn

The original pattern lists Bernat Super Value Solids (Vintage), an Aran-weight yarn.

The published yardage is approximately:

764 yards / 699 meters

Because the originally listed yarn is a vintage/discontinued entry, knitters today may prefer to substitute a currently available Aran-weight yarn.

When substituting, focus on producing a fabric with the right balance of texture, drape and warmth rather than trying to match the old yarn by name.

Needles

The published needle size is:

US 8 / 5 mm

For a blanket, many knitters find a long circular needle more comfortable than straight needles because the cable can support the weight of the growing project.

The blanket can still be worked back and forth even when using a circular needle.

The Waffle-Like Texture

The defining feature of this design is its textured stitch pattern.

Repetition across a large rectangular surface creates the visual rhythm that gives the blanket its distinctive appearance.

Texture can also make a single-color blanket visually interesting without requiring complicated color changes.

A Good Pattern for Showing Off Texture

If you want the stitch pattern to be the main feature, consider using a solid or gently tonal yarn.

Highly variegated yarns can be beautiful, but strong color changes may compete visually with a textured stitch pattern.

A lighter or medium shade can also make shadows within the textured fabric easier to see.

Choosing a Substitute Yarn

Since the yarn listed with this older pattern is a vintage yarn entry, substitution is likely for many modern knitters.

Look for a suitable Aran-weight yarn and make a swatch before buying the full blanket quantity.

Your swatch can tell you several things:

• Whether you like the stitch definition
• Whether the fabric feels too stiff or too loose
• How the yarn behaves in the textured pattern
• Whether the finished fabric has enough drape
• How the yarn responds to washing or blocking

Gauge and Blanket Size

Ravelry lists the original pattern gauge as 18 stitches in stockinette stitch for the published gauge information.

For a blanket, a small gauge difference is generally less critical than it would be for a fitted sweater, but it will still affect the finished dimensions and yarn consumption.

If your gauge is significantly different, expect the blanket to become larger or smaller and plan your yarn quantity accordingly.

Keep Your Tension Consistent

Repeating textured patterns look their best when the tension remains reasonably consistent from one section to the next.

Try not to tighten your stitches when concentrating on a new part of the repeat.

Once you become familiar with the pattern rhythm, the knitting usually becomes much more relaxed.

Use Stitch Markers if Helpful

Long blanket rows can make it frustrating to discover a mistake only after reaching the end.

If the stitch repeat allows it, markers placed between logical repeat sections can help you identify an error much sooner.

They are especially useful during the first few repeats while you are learning how the stitch pattern should look.

Check the Pattern Visually

One advantage of a strong textured repeat is that the fabric itself eventually becomes a useful error detector.

Stop occasionally and look across the previous rows.

If one section suddenly stops aligning with the others, investigate it before knitting much farther.

Consider a Lifeline

If you are uncomfortable correcting mistakes in textured knitting, periodically inserting a lifeline through a known-correct row can be useful.

It provides a safe point to return to if an error is discovered several rows later.

Working a Large Blanket Comfortably

Blankets become progressively heavier as they grow.

If possible, allow the weight of the project to rest on your lap or a table rather than supporting the entire blanket with your wrists.

A long circular needle can also help distribute the weight more comfortably.

Blocking the Finished Blanket

Blocking can help settle the textured fabric and even out the edges.

Use a blocking method appropriate for your chosen fiber and follow the yarn manufacturer's washing instructions.

Avoid aggressively stretching the blanket if doing so would flatten the texture that gives the design its character.

Skills Used in This Project

Waffle Blanket is useful for practicing:

• Working long rows consistently
• Following a repeating stitch pattern
• Maintaining even tension
• Reading the knitted fabric
• Managing a large project on the needles
• Finishing and weaving in ends
• Blocking a textured blanket

Is Waffle Blanket Still Free?

Yes.

Waffle Blanket by Alexis Layton is currently listed on Ravelry as a free download.

Amazing Knitting does not reproduce the designer's complete copyrighted knitting instructions. Use the original pattern listing for the complete pattern.

Get the Free Waffle Blanket Pattern

Visit Ravelry for the original free pattern:

Get the Free Waffle Blanket Pattern →

More Free Blanket Knitting Patterns

If you enjoy textured blankets, you can continue with other free blanket patterns already verified in the Amazing Knitting archive.

Shivaree Throw by Berroco Design Team is another excellent choice, combining cables and double seed stitch in a free official pattern.

See the Free Shivaree Throw →

You can also explore:

• Free Blanket Knitting Patterns
• Textured Blanket Patterns
• Free Baby Blanket Knitting Patterns

Before You Start

Choose a suitable Aran-weight yarn, make a swatch and decide whether you like the way your yarn displays the textured stitch pattern.

Make sure you have enough yarn for the full blanket, especially if your gauge or planned dimensions differ from the original.

Finally, use Alexis Layton's current Ravelry download for the complete instructions rather than copied versions found elsewhere online.

Pattern credit: Waffle Blanket was designed by Alexis Layton and first published in January 2010. Amazing Knitting provides an independent project guide and does not reproduce the designer's complete copyrighted knitting instructions. Please preserve the existing photograph and its original credit on this page.

Mitered Corner Blanket - Free Pattern

Photo above © purlsoho

Mitered Corner Blanket by Purl Soho is a striking modular blanket built from 192 small mitered squares that flow through a carefully planned sequence of colors.

Although the finished blanket looks complex, its construction is wonderfully logical: each new square grows directly from neighboring squares by picking up stitches along their edges.

That means all 192 squares become one continuous blanket without sewing the individual squares together. The original Purl Soho pattern remains available online for free.

✓ Free Pattern Availability

Mitered Corner Blanket is currently available as a free knitting pattern directly from Purl Soho. Use the official pattern page linked below for the complete knitting instructions, schematic and current pattern information.

Mitered Corner Blanket at a Glance

Pattern: Mitered Corner Blanket

Designer: Jake Canton for Purl Soho

Published: January 2019

Category: Blanket / Throw

Original Yarn: Purl Soho Linen Quill

Yarn Weight: Fingering, held double

Needles: US 6 / 4 mm

Gauge: 22 stitches × 44 rows = 4 in / 10 cm in garter stitch, yarn held double

Sizes: Small Throw and Large Throw

Finished Size: 36 × 48 in or 48 × 64 in

Number of Squares: 192

Construction: Modular mitered squares joined as you knit

Seaming: No square assembly required

Availability: Free official Purl Soho pattern

About the Mitered Corner Blanket

Mitered Corner Blanket was designed for Purl Soho by Jake Canton and first published in January 2019.

The blanket is built from a grid of 192 small squares. Color changes across the grid create gradual transitions that make the finished project look almost like a textile painting.

What makes the construction especially clever is that these are not 192 separately knitted squares waiting to be sewn together at the end.

Instead, the blanket grows continuously as stitches for each new square are picked up from previously completed squares.

Two Finished Sizes

Purl Soho provides two sizes:

• Small Throw: approximately 36 × 48 inches / 91 × 122 cm
• Large Throw: approximately 48 × 64 inches / 122 × 163 cm

Both versions use the same 192-square layout.

The difference is the size of each individual square.

Square Size

Each finished square should measure approximately:

• Small Throw: 3 × 3 inches
• Large Throw: 4 × 4 inches

This is why gauge matters even though the project is a blanket. Small differences multiplied across many squares can noticeably change the final dimensions.

192 Squares — But No Sewing Them Together

Seeing “192 squares” might make you imagine an enormous pile of motifs that must eventually be assembled.

Fortunately, that is not how this blanket is constructed.

After the initial square, stitches for subsequent squares are picked up along the edges of existing squares as directed in the pattern.

The blanket therefore grows as one connected piece.

For knitters who enjoy modular blankets but dislike sewing dozens or hundreds of pieces together, this is one of the most appealing features of the design.

How a Mitered Square Gets Its Shape

A knitted mitered square begins as a row of stitches and becomes progressively smaller through centered decreases.

Those decreases pull the fabric toward the center diagonal, creating the characteristic square shape and visible directional lines.

Once you understand the rhythm of one square, the basic process becomes highly repetitive.

Amazing Knitting does not reproduce Purl Soho's complete square instructions here. Use the official free pattern for the exact stitch counts and decrease sequence.

Original Yarn: Linen Quill

The original blanket uses Purl Soho Linen Quill.

Linen Quill is a fingering-weight yarn containing:

• 50% fine highland wool
• 35% alpaca
• 15% linen

Each 100-gram skein contains approximately 439 yards / 401 meters.

Important: The Yarn Is Held Double

Important Yarn Note

Although Linen Quill is a fingering-weight yarn, the Mitered Corner Blanket is knitted with two strands held together throughout the project. Keep this in mind when choosing a substitute yarn or calculating yardage.

Holding two strands together is also important to the original color design because combining different shades creates intermediate colors between the main palette tones.

Color Mixing Is Part of the Design

This blanket is more than a collection of solid-colored squares.

By holding two strands together, Purl Soho can combine two different colors in a single square.

Those combinations create gradual visual transitions as the blanket moves from one color family into another.

This is what gives the original blanket its watercolor-like appearance.

Original Color Palettes

Purl Soho has presented the blanket in several coordinated palettes, including:

• Warm
• Cool
• Dawn
• Mountain

You can follow one of the published palettes or use the construction as inspiration for your own color arrangement.

Choosing Your Own Colors

If you want to create a custom palette, think about how adjacent colors will interact when two strands are held together.

A useful approach is to arrange your skeins from one color family into another before beginning.

Photograph the arrangement or label each color so that you can reproduce your plan later.

With 192 squares, relying on memory alone can become confusing.

Needles

The published needle size is:

US 6 / 4 mm

Purl Soho notes that either circular or straight needles can be used.

Use whichever style feels comfortable, but choose the actual needle size according to the gauge you obtain with your yarn.

Gauge

The published gauge is:

22 stitches × 44 rows = 4 × 4 inches / 10 × 10 cm

This is measured in garter stitch with the yarn held double.

Knit Garter and Purl Garter

An interesting feature of the original blanket is that some squares are worked with knit garter stitch while others use purl garter stitch.

Purl Soho specifically recommends making sure that your gauge is correct in both.

If your knit and purl tension differs significantly, you may need to adjust your needle size or technique to keep the squares consistent.

Why Consistent Square Size Matters

A single square that is slightly larger may not seem important.

Across a grid of 192 squares, however, repeated gauge differences can affect the overall shape of the blanket.

Measure some of your early squares before progressing too far.

For the Small Throw, aim for approximately 3 inches square; for the Large Throw, approximately 4 inches square.

Picking Up Stitches Neatly

Picking up stitches is one of the key skills in this project.

Because each new square grows directly from its neighbors, consistent pickup technique helps keep the joins neat and the grid even.

Avoid picking up stitches at random intervals just to reach the required number. Follow the edge structure and the designer's instructions so the new square sits naturally against the existing fabric.

A Good Modular Knitting Project

One advantage of this construction is psychological as well as practical.

Instead of thinking about knitting an entire 48- or 64-inch blanket, you can focus on completing one small square at a time.

Each finished square becomes a visible unit of progress.

That can make a large long-term blanket project feel much more manageable.

Managing Yarn Ends

A project involving many colors naturally creates yarn ends.

Do not wait until the very last square to think about finishing them.

Weaving in ends periodically can prevent the back of the blanket from becoming overwhelming near the end of the project.

Leave tails long enough to secure them properly according to your yarn and finishing method.

Choosing a Substitute Yarn

You do not have to use Linen Quill, but substitution requires some planning because the original pattern holds fingering-weight yarn double.

Consider:

• The published gauge
• The size of each finished square
• How two strands behave together
• Color-mixing possibilities
• Drape and weight of the finished blanket
• Total yardage
• Washing and care requirements

Make at least one complete mitered square with your substitute yarn before committing to enough yarn for the full blanket.

Blocking the Finished Blanket

Blocking can help even out the grid and settle small differences between neighboring squares.

Follow the care instructions for your chosen yarn and arrange the blanket so that the outer edges are straight without aggressively stretching individual squares.

Skills Used in Mitered Corner Blanket

• Garter stitch
• Centered decreases
• Picking up stitches
• Working modular squares
• Holding two yarn strands together
• Changing and combining colors
• Maintaining consistent gauge
• Weaving in ends
• Blocking a large knitted blanket

Is Mitered Corner Blanket Still Free?

Yes.

Purl Soho continues to provide the complete Mitered Corner Blanket pattern for free on its official website.

This is the best source to use because it contains the designer's instructions, color information, schematic and current pattern notes.

Amazing Knitting does not reproduce Purl Soho's complete copyrighted knitting instructions.

Get the Free Mitered Corner Blanket Pattern

Visit Purl Soho for the complete official free pattern:

Get the Free Mitered Corner Blanket Pattern →

You can also view the Ravelry record for project examples and pattern specifications:

View Mitered Corner Blanket on Ravelry →

More Free Blanket Knitting Patterns

If you enjoy geometric or textured blankets, these already-verified Amazing Knitting patterns are also worth exploring:

• Waffle Blanket - Free Pattern
• Shivaree Throw - Free Pattern
• Slip Stitch Sampler Throw - Free Pattern

Or browse:

• Free Blanket Knitting Patterns
• Mitered Square Knitting Patterns
• Modular Blanket Knitting Patterns

Before You Start

Make one complete test square before beginning the full 192-square blanket. Check both your gauge and the finished square dimensions.

Remember that the original fingering-weight Linen Quill is held double throughout, and organize your colors before beginning if you plan to reproduce the gradual color transitions.

Finally, keep the official Purl Soho pattern open while working so that you can follow the correct square sequence and color schematic rather than relying on copied versions elsewhere.

Pattern credit: Mitered Corner Blanket was designed for Purl Soho by Jake Canton and first published in 2019. The existing photograph on this Amazing Knitting page is credited to Purl Soho. Amazing Knitting provides an independent project guide and does not reproduce Purl Soho's complete copyrighted knitting instructions.

Gansey Afghan - Knitting Pattern Guide

Photo above © nikmeas

The Gansey Afghan by Lena Skvagerson is a richly textured knitted throw inspired by the traditional stitch patterns associated with classic fishermen's gansey sweaters.

Instead of relying on cables or multiple colours for its visual impact, the blanket uses changing knit-and-purl textures to create a series of distinctive geometric sections across the fabric.

Pattern Availability Update

Older Amazing Knitting references may have described this project as a free knitting pattern. The original Gansey Afghan is currently sold as a paid Annie's Signature Designs pattern. We have updated this page to reflect its current official availability.

Gansey Afghan at a Glance

Pattern: Gansey Afghan

Designer: Lena Skvagerson

Publisher: Annie's Signature Designs

First Published: August 2015

Craft: Knitting

Category: Afghan / Throw

Yarn Weight: Worsted

Needle Size: US 9 / 5.5 mm

Gauge: 17 stitches × 27 rows = 4 inches

Yardage: About 1,580–1,600 yards / 1,445–1,463 m

Finished Size: Approximately 44 × 50 inches

Current Availability: Paid pattern

About the Gansey Afghan

Designed by Lena Skvagerson, the Gansey Afghan translates the traditional textured appearance of fishermen's sweaters into a generously sized knitted throw.

Gansey-style knitting is particularly effective in a single colour because the changing combinations of knit and purl stitches create shadows and raised textures across the fabric.

This makes the blanket visually interesting without requiring frequent yarn changes or elaborate colourwork.

Finished Size

The finished blanket measures approximately:

44 × 50 inches

This makes it a practical throw-sized project rather than a small baby blanket.

Yarn and Yardage

The original design uses Plymouth Yarn Encore Tweed, a worsted-weight yarn.

The published requirement is approximately:

1,580–1,600 yards / 1,445–1,463 metres

The original version uses eight skeins. If substituting another yarn, concentrate on achieving the correct gauge and choosing a fibre suitable for the warmth, weight, and care requirements you want from the finished blanket.

Needles and Gauge

The original pattern recommends a:

US 9 / 5.5 mm, 40-inch circular needle

The circular needle provides room for the large number of blanket stitches; the blanket itself is worked as a flat project.

Published gauge is:

17 stitches × 27 rows = 4 inches / 10 cm in pattern stitch

The Gansey-Inspired Texture

Texture is the defining feature of this blanket. Different combinations of knit and purl stitches create changing geometric areas across the fabric, echoing the richly patterned surfaces associated with traditional gansey knitting.

A solid or lightly heathered yarn can work particularly well for this style because light and shadow help reveal the stitch patterns.

Written Instructions and Charts

The official pattern includes both written instructions and a chart, allowing knitters to follow the textured sections using the format they prefer.

Amazing Knitting does not reproduce those instructions or charts. They remain part of the designer's copyrighted pattern.

Skills That Help

Useful skills for a project of this type include:

• Casting on a large number of stitches
• Knit and purl stitches
• Reading repeated stitch patterns
• Following written instructions or charts
• Using stitch markers
• Maintaining consistent gauge and tension
• Binding off
• Weaving in yarn ends

Is the Gansey Afghan Still Free?

No. The original Gansey Afghan by Lena Skvagerson is currently offered as a paid pattern.

Older pages and saved links may describe it differently because pattern availability can change over time. For the current legitimate version, use the designer/publisher listing rather than copies reproduced on unrelated websites.

View the Original Gansey Afghan Pattern

The Ravelry listing provides the current pattern information and links to the official purchase source.

View the Gansey Afghan Pattern →

Looking for a Free Gansey-Style Blanket?

Prefer a free option? There are also gansey-inspired blankets that use knit-and-purl texture to create a similar traditional look without copying Lena Skvagerson's design.

Free Alternative: Gansey Sampler Blanket

Plymouth Yarn's B225 Sampler Blanket uses a collection of textured knit-and-purl stitch sections, including ribs, moss-style texture, diamonds, and other traditional-looking patterns. It is a separate design, not a free copy of the Gansey Afghan.

Find the Free Gansey Sampler Blanket →

You can also browse free afghan knitting patterns, free blanket knitting patterns, and textured knitted blankets from the Amazing Knitting archive.

Before You Start

Check the current official pattern before purchasing yarn, confirm the required yardage, and make a gauge swatch. For a large textured blanket, consistent tension is particularly useful because differences can become more noticeable across long sections of patterned fabric.

Pattern credit: Gansey Afghan was designed by Lena Skvagerson and published by Annie's Signature Designs. Amazing Knitting does not reproduce the designer's copyrighted written instructions or charts.

Little Soldier Blanket - Knitting Pattern Guide

Photo above © Julie Ferguson

The Little Soldier Blanket, officially published as the Patriotic Soldier Blanket by Julie Ferguson, is a charming knitted blanket featuring classic soldier motifs against a simple textured background.

Originally featured on Amazing Knitting as a free pattern, its availability has changed. The official pattern is now offered through Let's Knit Together membership, so we have updated this guide to reflect the current legitimate source.

Pattern Availability Update

This Amazing Knitting page previously described the Little Soldier Blanket as a free pattern. The official Let's Knit page currently lists the pattern as available to Let's Knit Together members. We have updated this page so readers are not promised a free download that is no longer offered on the same terms.

Little Soldier Blanket at a Glance

Official Pattern: Patriotic Soldier Blanket

Designer: Julie Ferguson

Craft: Knitting

Category: Blanket / Throw

Difficulty: Intermediate

Yarn Weight: DK / 8 ply

Needle Size: US 6 / 4.0 mm circular needle

Finished Size: Approximately 75 × 75 cm

Techniques: Garter stitch, moss stitch, colourwork

Current Availability: Let's Knit Together membership

About the Little Soldier Blanket

Designed by Julie Ferguson, this square knitted blanket combines a practical baby-blanket shape with distinctive soldier motifs.

The official pattern is called Patriotic Soldier Blanket. Its soldier design gives the project a recognizable character, while the surrounding knitted fabric provides texture without making every section of the blanket colourwork.

Finished Size

The official finished measurement is approximately:

75 × 75 cm

This compact square format makes it suitable as a decorative small blanket or keepsake project.

Yarn Requirements

The official pattern uses King Cole Merino Blend DK. The listed yarn quantities are:

• Main colour: six 50g balls
• Black: one 50g ball
• Scarlet: one 50g ball
• Aran: one 50g ball

Other DK-weight yarns may be suitable, but matching the pattern gauge and choosing yarn appropriate for the intended use of the blanket are more important than simply matching the yarn label.

Needles

The pattern calls for:

US 6 / 4.0 mm circular knitting needle

A circular needle is useful for accommodating the large number of blanket stitches even though the project is not simply a small item knitted in continuous rounds.

The Soldier Motifs

The soldier figures are the feature that gives this blanket its distinctive appearance.

According to the official pattern information, knitters can use colourwork techniques, and the soldier details can also be added afterwards using Swiss darning.

Swiss darning, sometimes called duplicate stitch, allows decorative colour to be added over existing knitted stitches. This can be an approachable alternative for knitters who would rather add some motif details after completing the main fabric.

Skills That Help

Useful skills for this project include:

• Casting on
• Knit and purl stitches
• Garter stitch
• Moss stitch
• Following colour placement
• Intarsia or decorative colourwork
• Swiss darning / duplicate stitch
• Binding off
• Weaving in yarn ends

Let's Knit currently categorizes the project as Intermediate, although its official description notes that the basic knitting itself is approachable because the soldier motifs can be added afterwards.

Is the Little Soldier Blanket Still Free?

Not through the current official source.

Older references to this project, including the original Amazing Knitting page, described it as a free knitting pattern. The current official Let's Knit listing states that the pattern is available to Let's Knit Together members.

Because availability can change over the lifetime of an older knitting pattern, we recommend using the current publisher page rather than downloading copies reproduced by unrelated websites.

View the Official Little Soldier Blanket Pattern

Visit Let's Knit for the current pattern details and access information for Julie Ferguson's Patriotic Soldier Blanket.

View the Official Soldier Blanket Pattern →

Looking for a Free Baby Blanket Instead?

If you arrived here specifically looking for a free knitted baby blanket, Amazing Knitting has many currently free alternatives in the archive.

Explore Free Baby Blanket Knitting Patterns →

Before You Start

Check the current Let's Knit pattern page before choosing your yarn. Confirm the current access requirements, prepare the DK yarn colours needed for the soldier design, and read through the colourwork sections before casting on.

Pattern credit: Patriotic Soldier Blanket was designed by Julie Ferguson and published by Let's Knit. The original project image on this Amazing Knitting page is credited to Julie Ferguson. Amazing Knitting does not reproduce the designer's copyrighted pattern instructions or charts.

Brickstreet Blanket - Knitting Pattern

Photos above © anneleterme

Brickstreet by Stephen West is a striking textured knitted throw inspired by the appearance of brick-paved streets in European cities.

The design showcases bulky wool in two contrasting colors. The main rectangular section is worked back and forth, then stitches are picked up around the perimeter to create a contrasting garter-stitch frame.

Originally published in Westknits Book Two in 2011, Brickstreet is currently available as a paid PDF knitting pattern from Stephen West.

Pattern Availability Update

Brickstreet by Stephen West is currently a paid knitting pattern. It is available through Westknits and Ravelry. Amazing Knitting does not provide or reproduce the designer's copyrighted pattern instructions or chart.

Brickstreet Blanket at a Glance

Pattern: Brickstreet

Designer: Stephen West

Published: February 2011

Original Publication: Westknits Book Two

Category: Blanket / Throw

Yarn Weight: Bulky

Suggested Yarn: Quince & Co. Puffin

Main Needle: US 15 / 10 mm circular

Finished Size: Approx. 40 × 48 in / 102 × 122 cm

Colors: Two

Construction: Textured center worked flat with picked-up border

Availability: Paid PDF pattern

About the Brickstreet Blanket

Brickstreet is a textured knitted throw designed by Stephen West.

The inspiration behind the pattern is visible immediately in the knitted fabric: repeating geometric texture creates an effect reminiscent of brick streets found in European cities.

The combination of large-scale texture, bulky wool and contrasting border gives the blanket a strong architectural appearance.

Finished Size

The published finished dimensions are approximately:

40 × 48 inches / 102 × 122 cm

This makes Brickstreet a throw-sized blanket rather than a large bedspread.

It is a practical size for a sofa, reading chair or an extra layer of warmth.

Bulky Yarn

The original pattern was designed to showcase bulky wool.

Stephen West's sample uses Quince & Co. Puffin, a 100% wool yarn.

Thick yarn helps emphasize the sculptural texture while also allowing a substantial blanket to grow relatively quickly compared with one worked at a much finer gauge.

Two-Color Design

Brickstreet uses two colors:

• Color A for the main textured blanket
• Color B for the contrasting frame

The original sample was shown in the colors Honey and Bark.

You do not need to reproduce those exact colors. A strong contrast can emphasize the frame, while two closer shades can create a quieter, more tonal result.

How Much Yarn?

The published yardage is approximately:

• Color A: 650 yd / 594 m
• Color B: 336 yd / 307 m

That gives a total of approximately:

986 yards / 901 meters

These quantities apply to the original dimensions and gauge. Changing the yarn weight, gauge or blanket size will change the amount required.

Needles

The original pattern calls for a:

40-inch US 15 / 10 mm circular needle

Although much of the blanket is worked back and forth, a long circular needle is practical because it can comfortably hold the large number of stitches involved in a blanket.

Two Published Gauges

The pattern gives separate gauge information for the textured pattern and garter stitch.

The textured pattern gauge is approximately:

13 stitches × 13 rows = 4 in / 10 cm

In garter stitch, the published gauge is:

10 stitches × 16 rows = 4 in / 10 cm

Checking gauge is useful if you want the finished blanket to remain close to the designer's published dimensions and yarn requirements.

How Brickstreet Is Constructed

One of the most interesting aspects of Brickstreet is its construction.

The main color is first worked back and forth to create the rectangular center.

After the center is complete, stitches are picked up around the perimeter in the contrasting color.

The outer section then creates the garter-stitch frame that gives the finished blanket its distinctive bordered appearance.

The Textured Center

Texture is the defining feature of the center panel.

Rather than relying on multiple colors to create the brick-like effect, the structure of the knitted fabric itself provides much of the visual interest.

Bulky yarn makes these raised and recessed areas particularly visible.

The Contrasting Garter-Stitch Frame

Once the main rectangle is complete, the contrasting border visually contains the textured center.

Garter stitch provides a simpler texture around the more complex center, creating a useful contrast between the two areas of the blanket.

The second color makes this structural change even more obvious.

Picking Up Stitches Around a Blanket

Picking up stitches evenly is important when adding a border around a large rectangular piece.

Too many picked-up stitches can cause the border to flare, while too few can pull the edges inward.

Follow the designer's pattern carefully for the required distribution rather than simply picking up one stitch from every visible edge stitch.

Useful Notions

In addition to yarn and needles, the original pattern lists:

• 8 stitch markers
• Tapestry needle

Markers can make the large number of stitches easier to organize, especially when working around the perimeter.

Can You Use Another Yarn Weight?

Stephen West specifically notes that different yarn weights can be substituted to create different blanket sizes.

This gives the design considerable flexibility, but a different yarn weight should not be treated as a simple one-for-one substitution.

Changing yarn thickness changes gauge, dimensions, needle requirements and total yardage.

Make a swatch first and decide whether you like the scale and texture produced by the substitute yarn.

Choosing Colors

Because Brickstreet separates the main texture and outer frame into two colors, color selection can dramatically change its appearance.

High contrast emphasizes the geometry of the border.

Two related shades create a more subtle blanket where texture becomes the dominant feature.

Consider viewing your two yarns together in natural light before making a final decision.

Blocking a Textured Blanket

Blocking can help even out the finished fabric and settle the border, but avoid stretching the blanket so aggressively that the dimensional texture becomes flattened.

Always use a blocking method appropriate for the fiber in your chosen yarn.

Measure the blanket while blocking if maintaining the intended proportions is important to you.

Important Pattern Errata

Important Before You Knit

The designer's current pattern listing includes an errata note concerning the placement of the red repeat column in the chart. Work from the current official version and review the designer's errata before beginning the textured section.

This is one reason we recommend obtaining older knitting patterns directly from the designer whenever possible.

A saved or unofficial copy may not contain corrections that were added after the original publication.

Is Brickstreet a Free Pattern?

No, not currently.

Brickstreet by Stephen West is currently sold as a paid PDF knitting pattern.

If you encounter an old Pinterest pin, blog post or other page describing it differently, check the designer's current listing before downloading anything.

Amazing Knitting does not host or reproduce Stephen West's copyrighted instructions or chart.

Get the Official Brickstreet Pattern

The pattern is available directly from Stephen West / Westknits:

View Brickstreet at Westknits →

Looking for a Free Blanket Pattern?

If you would rather begin with a free knitting pattern, Amazing Knitting has several verified blanket patterns in the archive.

One good option is the Sunny Baby Blanket by Lucie Sinkler, which we have verified as a currently available free pattern.

See the Free Sunny Baby Blanket →

For more options:

• Free Blanket Knitting Patterns
• Textured Blanket Knitting Patterns
• Free Baby Blanket Knitting Patterns

Before You Start

Decide whether you want to reproduce the original bulky two-color look or experiment with a different yarn weight, then make a swatch to evaluate the texture and gauge.

Make sure you have enough yarn for both the center and the contrasting border, and read through the complete pattern before beginning.

Most importantly, use the current official pattern and review the published errata so that you are working from the designer's corrected information.

Pattern credit: Brickstreet was designed by Stephen West and first published in Westknits Book Two in February 2011. The existing project photograph on this Amazing Knitting page is credited to anneleterme. Amazing Knitting provides an independent project guide and does not reproduce the designer's copyrighted instructions or chart.

Scarves to Throws Month 6 - Knitting Pattern Guide

Designed by © Rachel

Scarves to Throws – Month 6 by Rachel Young is a lace scarf originally created for the Jimmy Beans Wool Scarves to Throws project.

First published in 2008, the design uses a repeating diamond-style lace pattern and worsted-weight yarn to create a lightweight scarf that opens beautifully after blocking.

This pattern was originally shared free online, but the exact original pattern is no longer available from its original source. This updated Amazing Knitting page therefore preserves the verified project information without reproducing or linking to an unauthorized copy of the instructions.

Pattern Availability Update

Scarves to Throws – Month 6 was originally distributed as a free knitting pattern through Jimmy Beans Wool. Ravelry now marks the original pattern as no longer available. Amazing Knitting does not provide archived or unofficial copies of the designer's instructions.

Scarves to Throws Month 6 at a Glance

Pattern: Scarves to Throws – Month 6

Designer: Rachel Young

Publisher: Jimmy Beans Wool

First Published: April 2008

Craft: Knitting

Category: Scarf

Finished Size: Approx. 5.5 × 65 in

Original Yarn: Lorna's Laces Shepherd Worsted Multi

Yarn Weight: Worsted / Aran

Needles: US 10 / 6 mm

Style: Lace scarf

Original Sample Color: Cedar

Current Availability: Original pattern no longer available

About Scarves to Throws

Scarves to Throws was an unusual knitting project from Jimmy Beans Wool.

Instead of treating each scarf as an unrelated project, the series was conceived around multiple scarves that could ultimately become part of a much larger knitted piece.

Different months introduced different stitch patterns, giving knitters an opportunity to explore a variety of textures while working with coordinating yarns.

About Month 6

Month 6 was designed by Rachel Young and published in April 2008.

It is a lace scarf worked in worsted-weight yarn. The repeating openwork creates a geometric, diamond-like appearance while keeping the project relatively quick to knit.

The designer described it as an easy and fast lace pattern, making it appealing to knitters who want the appearance of lace without committing to a very fine lace-weight project.

Finished Size

The published finished dimensions are approximately:

5.5 inches wide × 65 inches long

The designer noted that the lace stretches considerably during blocking, so the scarf can look significantly shorter while it is still being knitted.

The original sample required only about 15 pattern repeats to block to approximately 65 inches in length.

Original Yarn

The original design used:

Lorna's Laces Shepherd Worsted Multi

This is a 100% merino wool yarn with approximately 225 yards / 206 meters per 113 g skein.

The scarf pictured in the original pattern was knitted in the Cedar colorway.

Needles

The published needle size is:

US 10 / 6 mm

A relatively generous needle size for worsted-weight yarn helps produce the open fabric needed for the lace to expand during blocking.

As always, the published needle size should be treated as a starting point. Different knitters and substitute yarns can produce different fabrics on the same needle size.

A Lace Pattern Designed to Open Up

One of the most important things to understand about this scarf is that its appearance changes during finishing.

Lace can look compressed and much shorter while it is still on the needles. After appropriate blocking, the openings become more defined and the fabric can gain considerable length.

This is why judging the final scarf solely from its unblocked length can be misleading.

Why Worsted-Weight Lace?

Lace knitting does not require lace-weight yarn.

Using worsted-weight yarn makes the individual stitches easier to see and creates a more substantial scarf while still allowing yarn overs and decreases to form decorative openings.

For knitters beginning to explore lace, a project using larger needles and thicker yarn can also be easier to read than very fine lace.

Choosing a Substitute Yarn

If you want to create a similar scarf today, look for a smooth worsted-weight yarn with enough stitch definition to show the lace.

Wool and wool blends can work particularly well because appropriate blocking helps the lace settle into shape.

Variegated yarn can also suit this style nicely, reflecting the multicolor character of the original Lorna's Laces yarn.

Skills Used in This Style of Scarf

A lace scarf of this type typically calls on skills such as:

• Casting on and binding off
• Knitting and purling
• Working yarn overs
• Working decreases
• Following a repeating lace pattern
• Keeping an accurate stitch count
• Recognizing pattern repeats
• Blocking knitted lace

Keep Track of Pattern Repeats

Repeating lace patterns become easier once their visual rhythm begins to make sense.

Until that happens, use a row counter or checklist so you always know which row you have just completed.

It is also useful to count your stitches periodically. A missed yarn over or decrease can affect the alignment of the following repeats.

Blocking Is Part of the Project

Blocking is especially important for this design because the original designer specifically noted how much the scarf stretches after blocking.

Before deciding that your scarf is too short, finish a representative swatch and block it using a method appropriate for your chosen fiber.

That will give you a much better idea of how the final fabric behaves.

The Larger Scarves to Throws Idea

Month 6 was not the only design in the original series.

Jimmy Beans Wool published a collection of different monthly scarf designs using a variety of techniques, including lace, cables, drop stitches, entrelac and other textured patterns.

The broader project allowed the individual scarves to work as separate accessories or as components of a larger throw.

Joining Knitted Panels

Jimmy Beans Wool also published guidance about joining the completed Scarves to Throws pieces.

Their later tutorial discusses using a modified mattress-stitch method to sew the long knitted sections together.

This is useful inspiration even if you are creating your own modern version of the concept using different verified scarf or panel patterns.

Is Scarves to Throws Month 6 Still Free?

The pattern was originally free, but the original pattern is no longer available.

Ravelry maintains the historical pattern record for Scarves to Throws – Month 6 by Rachel Young, but currently states that the pattern is no longer available.

For that reason, Amazing Knitting does not provide an unofficial PDF, archived copy or transcription of the original instructions.

This page instead preserves the verified information about the project and helps knitters understand the yarn, construction concept and lace style.

View the Historical Pattern Record

Ravelry still maintains the pattern record, project photographs and basic specifications for the original design.

View Scarves to Throws Month 6 on Ravelry →

Looking for a Free Alternative?

Since the original Month 6 instructions are no longer available, the safest option is to choose a currently available free lace scarf rather than downloading an unofficial copy of the discontinued pattern.

Amazing Knitting already has an excellent verified free option: Lamina by Karen S. Lauger.

Lamina is a free lace scarf with a large leaf motif. Its updated Ravelry version includes both written instructions and charts, while the original pattern is also available free from Knitty.

See the Free Lamina Scarf Pattern →

More Free Scarf Knitting Patterns

You can also explore more currently available scarf projects from the Amazing Knitting archive.

Explore Free Scarf Knitting Patterns →

You can also browse lace scarf patterns, worsted-weight scarves, and free lace knitting patterns.

Before You Start

If your goal is to reproduce the exact original Month 6 scarf, be aware that the designer's pattern is currently unavailable. Avoid websites offering copied PDFs or transcribed instructions without permission.

For a new project, choose a currently available pattern, make a swatch with your chosen worsted-weight yarn and remember that lace dimensions can change considerably after blocking.

Pattern credit: Scarves to Throws – Month 6 was designed by Rachel Young and originally published through Jimmy Beans Wool in April 2008. The original pattern is currently listed as no longer available. Amazing Knitting does not reproduce the designer's copyrighted knitting instructions or provide unauthorized pattern copies.