Puff Baby by Jil Eaton

Puff Baby

Knitting
October 2001
Super Bulky (5-6 wpi) ?
14 stitches and 19 rows = 4 inches
in stockinette stitch
US 10½ - 6.5 mm
1700 yards (1554 m)
Approx. 32" x 36.5" / 81.5 cm x 92.5 cm
English

Summary:  Two blankets knit in bulky wool sewn together produce a double-sided baby blanket.


Materials:


  • size 10.5 US / 6.5 mm needles (straights or circulars)
  • size 10.5 US / 6.5 mm double-pointed needles


Yarn Yardage by Color:


  • 950 yds. of color A (the color used to make the "puffs" and I-cord trim)
  • 750 yds. of color B


Gauge Details:


  • 14 stitches and 19 rows = 4" over stockinette stitch using size 10.5 US / 6.5 mm needles
  • 14 stitches and 22 rows = 4" over chart pattern using size 10.5 US / 6.5 mm needles


Chart included:  diamond pattern for side of blanket knit in color B.


From Minnies:  Two blankets in different colors worked in a simple diamond pattern are sewn together to make a thick carriage robe.  I-cord trims the edges, and bobbles adorn the front.  Warm and toasty, a unique way to keep out the winter chill.