Hayfield 4676 Blankets Knitting Pattern

Hayfield 4676 Baby Blossom Chunky Knit Blankets

What Is Being Made

This downloadable knitting pattern from Hayfield features three distinct baby blanket designs, all crafted in Baby Blossom Chunky yarn. Each blanket measures approximately 91 x 91 cm (36 x 36 inches), making them ideal for nurseries, prams, or as gifts for newborns. The three variations allow knitters to choose between different stitch patterns while using the same chunky yarn weight and similar yardage requirements.

Blanket Variations

• Blanket in Stocking Stitch: Measures 91 x 91 cm (36 x 36 in), featuring the classic smooth knit and purl combination that creates a refined, uniform fabric surface
• Blanket in Garter Stitch: Measures 91 x 91 cm (36 x 36 in), offering a textured, reversible finish with horizontal ridges throughout
• Blanket in Wave Pattern: Measures 89 x 91 cm (35 x 36 in), providing a decorative undulating stitch pattern for visual interest

Techniques Used

All three blankets in this pattern are worked flat, meaning they are knitted back and forth on straight needles rather than in the round. This straightforward construction method makes the designs suitable for beginner-level knitters. The pattern emphasizes the importance of checking tension before beginning to ensure the finished blanket dimensions are accurate. Knitters are also provided with specific guidance on unwinding yarn from the ball correctly to ensure decorative elements appear in the intended order.

Stitches Used

• Stocking Stitch: Created by alternating knit rows on the right side with purl rows on the wrong side, producing a smooth, flat fabric ideal for baby blankets
• Garter Stitch: Formed by knitting every row, creating a thick, textured, and fully reversible fabric with horizontal ridges
• Wave Pattern: A decorative stitch pattern that creates flowing, undulating lines across the blanket surface

Materials Required

Each blanket design requires 5 x 100g balls of Hayfield Baby Blossom Chunky yarn (F251), with different shade options available: shade 355 for Stocking Stitch, shade 353 for Garter Stitch, and shade 350 for Wave Pattern. The chunky yarn weight ensures quick project completion and creates a soft, cozy fabric suitable for babies.

Knitting needles required vary by blanket type. The Stocking Stitch blanket uses two needle sizes: 6½mm (UK size 3, USA size 10.5) for the main fabric and 5½mm (UK size 5, USA size 9) for tension swatches. The Garter Stitch and Wave Pattern blankets require 5½mm needles or the appropriate size to achieve correct tension. Needle size adjustments may be necessary depending on individual knitting tension to ensure the finished blanket meets the specified dimensions.

Tension and Finishing

Achieving correct tension is essential for success with these blankets. The pattern specifies 14 stitches and 19 rows to 10cm (4 inches) over stocking stitch on 6½mm needles and 14 stitches and 26 rows to 10cm (4 inches) over garter stitch on 5½mm needles. Knitters should measure their tension swatch before beginning and adjust needle size accordingly—using thinner needles if tension is too loose or thicker needles if tension is too tight. Upon completion, blankets should be blocked by covering with damp cloths and left until dry for a professional finish. Care instructions are provided on the yarn ball band.