If you’re looking to make a knit blanket that’s gorgeous and super fun and easy, then the Arroyo Knit Blanket Pattern is the perfect find for you!

This easy knit pattern features the use of just knit and purl stitches, so it’s a great way to practice your knit skills if you’ve just learned the basics but are ready to tackle a larger project that’ll look super impressive once you’re done. Or, it’s a great pattern for relaxing and mindless knitting even a seasoned pro can appreciate. The alternating lengths of basketweave design will look interesting with just about any colorway, solid, striped, ombre, you name it.

For a finished blanket that’s approximately 60x72.5” (with LOTS of stretch, flexibility, and drape), you’ll need approximately 2400 yards of a worsted weight yarn in the fiber of your choice. Featured yarn is Caron Ombre in colorways ‘Blossom’ and ‘Blush and Blue.’ You’ll need a US-9 circular needle of 40” or longer, and also a tapestry needle and scissors.