The Meadow Lane blanket is very easy to knit with Aran, worsted, or DK weight yarn. The pattern may also be used with other similar weight yarns. Just pick the needle size that works best for your yarn and knitting tension. (See more info below.)
APRIL 2023: The Meadow Lane blanket knitting pattern was originally published in 2017. I recently updated the pattern instructions to reflect the gauge, yardage and measurements from a new project sample.
Or, click here to download the pattern for free on Ravelry.
This pattern is very easy but once in a while knitters need a little extra help getting on track. Here's a free PDF tutorial for the Meadow Lane Blanket to address the most common questions.
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The Meadow Lane blanket is the lighter weight version of the two blankets.
At first glance you might think this blanket is simple garter stitch. Look again! An easy K4, P4 repeat pattern creates a subtle vertical stripe effect.
This pattern includes instructions for six blanket sizes!
INSTRUCTIONS FOR SIX SIZES:
approximate dimensions after blocking...
This pattern includes instructions for six blanket sizes!
INSTRUCTIONS FOR SIX SIZES:
approximate dimensions after blocking...
Baby Blanket: 28" wide x 30" long
Small Blanket: 30" wide x 36" long
Medium Throw: 34" wide x 37" long
Large Throw: 38" wide x 44" long
XL Afghan: 42" wide x 46" long
XXL Afghan: 47" wide x 50" long
It's very easy to make any of the blankets longer...just work additional rows until the blanket is the desired length or you run out of yarn. Be sure to purchase more yarn than noted below if you want to make your blanket longer.
ARAN OR WORSTED WEIGHT YARN:
Amount of yarn needed for each blanket size...
Baby: 670 - 700 yards
Small: 850 - 880 yards
Medium: 1000 - 1050 yards
Large: 1300 - 1400 yards
XL: 1500 - 1600 yards
XXL: 1850 - 1950 yards
The pattern includes estimates for approximately how much additional yarn is needed to add about 2" to the length of each blanket size.
This pattern will work well with worsted, Aran, DK, or other similar weight yarn. Pick the needle size that gives the best appearance for your yarn and knitting tension.
YARN UPDATE 2023: The yarn I used for this blanket project has been discontinued. However, the pattern will work with many worsted or Aran #4 weight yarns.
Lion Brand Basic Stitch Anti-Pilling (100% Acrylic) - This is not your grandmother’s 1970’s acrylic yarn! It’s very soft to the touch… not scratchy or ‘sticky’. I love how this stitch pattern works with this yarn! Available in a large selection of attractive colorways including ‘Silver Heather’, ‘Mustard’ and ‘Turquoise Heather’ (shown in photo below). Machine washable and dryable. Shop: LionBrand.com | Amazon
Lion Brand Heartland (100% Acrylic) - Nice stitch definition and a lovely, soft texture. Great for blanket projects. A nice selection of muted heathered and tweedy colorways that are perfect for home décor projects. Machine washable on gentle cycle. Shop: LionBrand.com | Amazon
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| This yarn has been discontinued. See notes above about other yarn suggestions. |
I used US size 8 knitting needles and my gauge in pattern stitch is about 15 - 16 stitches = 4".
Exact gauge is not essential for this pattern.
It's more important to pick the needles that work best for your yarn and your knitting tension.
TEST KNITTING:
To test the pattern and decide which needle size is best for your yarn....cast on 20 or 28 stitches with the needle size suggested for your yarn. Work in the stitch pattern as noted in the pattern....
Row 1: *K4, P4; repeat from *, end K4
Row 2: same as Row 1 (be sure to start the row with K4)
Repeat rows 1 and 2 until work measures about 2" or more. It can take at least 2" of knitting for the subtle vertical line effect to show up. If your stitches are too loose the pattern may not show up as desired so try switching to one needle size smaller. If you think your knitting is too tight...try one needle size larger.
DOWNLOAD THE FREE PATTERN:
You can download the Meadow Lane blanket knitting pattern for free on Ravelry or click here to get the instant download PDF.
Thanksgiving is just about a week away. I'm looking forward to spending lots of time with my family over the holiday week. Hope you have a nice holiday if you are celebrating Thanksgiving in the U.S.!
Happy knitting!
Mary Lee
Fifty Four Ten Studio
Row 1: *K4, P4; repeat from *, end K4
Row 2: same as Row 1 (be sure to start the row with K4)
Repeat rows 1 and 2 until work measures about 2" or more. It can take at least 2" of knitting for the subtle vertical line effect to show up. If your stitches are too loose the pattern may not show up as desired so try switching to one needle size smaller. If you think your knitting is too tight...try one needle size larger.
DOWNLOAD THE FREE PATTERN:
You can download the Meadow Lane blanket knitting pattern for free on Ravelry or click here to get the instant download PDF.
Thanksgiving is just about a week away. I'm looking forward to spending lots of time with my family over the holiday week. Hope you have a nice holiday if you are celebrating Thanksgiving in the U.S.!
Happy knitting!
Mary Lee
Fifty Four Ten Studio
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