Knit-a-Squares by Sophia Minakais

Knit-a-Squares

Knitting
January 2021
Aran (8 wpi) ?
5 stitches = 1 inch
in Garter Stitch
US 7 - 4.5 mm
2277 yards (2082 m)
(35 squares): 8" x 8" each / (assembled blanket): 40" x 56"
English
This pattern is available as a free Ravelry download

Designed in collaboration with African Expressions Yarns, specifically to meet the requirements of the Knit-a-Squares charity; this pattern includes 35 different worsted weight blanket block designs.

Knit up the whole set to make a full size throw, or choose your favorite squares and combine them to make anything from baby blankets to bedspreads.

Or knit up your blocks with cotton for fantastic dishcloths!


Materials Required:
2283 yds worsted weight yarn in assorted colors (specific yardages for each square are given in pattern)
US 7 (4.5mm) straight needless
Tapestry Needle & Cable Needle
Stitch Markers

Materials Shown Here:
35 balls African Expressions Harmony (100% Merino Wool; 95 yds); 1 each in colors #2000, #2011, #2018, #2019, #2022, #2027, #2029, #2037, #2044, #2057, #2114, #2115, 2119, #2121, #2123, #2124, #2125, #2126, #2127, #2131, 2132, #2134, #2145, #2215, #2256, #2276, #2277, #2281, 2282, #2293, #2314, #2451, #2538, #2552 and #2747