Debbie Bliss Picnic in the Park Blanket PDF

Always be prepared for picnic possibilities with The Picnic in the Park Blanket from Debbie Bliss. This blanket is knit in Cotton DK in strips that are then joined together. Directions are given to attach coated fabric to the back with hook and loop strips to protect it from whatever is underneath your picnic. It’s great to keep in the car for an impromptu snack in a nature, or if you’re ever in need of a blanket!

Finished Measurements:
Approximately 47¼in x 47¼in (see Notes)
Materials:
1¾oz balls of Debbie Bliss Cotton DK:
12 balls in Steel Blue 51
10 balls in French Navy 82
4 balls in Ecru 02
Approximately 51in x 51in of lightweight pvc coated fabric Approximately 6yds of ¾in wide “sew and sew” hook and loop strip (Velcro ®) (see Notes)
Needles:
Pair of US 6 knitting needles US 6 circular needle
Gauge:
20 sts and 28 rows to 4in square over stockinette stitch using US 6 needles Note: You may find the finished length is longer than 47¼in and suggest buying and cutting backing fabric after the rug is complete.