Jo Sharp Mitred Square Blanket Knitting Pattern

Jo Sharp Mitred Square Blanket

Project Overview

The Jo Sharp Mitred Square Blanket is a handsome throw designed for creating a cosy home accessory. This knitted blanket features a classic mitered square construction worked in neutral and charcoal tones, making it a versatile addition to any interior. The finished blanket measures 109 cm in width and 127.5 cm in length, providing generous coverage as a throw or lap blanket.

What Is Being Made

This project creates a complete blanket constructed from mitered squares. The mitered square technique produces geometric, diamond-shaped sections that are joined together to form the finished throw. The blanket is worked in a combination of coordinating yarn colors that blend together to create a sophisticated, neutral aesthetic.

Knitting Techniques

The Mitred Square Blanket employs several key techniques suitable for knitters of varying experience levels:

• Mitered square construction: The blanket is built using the mitered square method, where squares are worked flat with strategic decreases that create the characteristic diagonal lines and geometric pattern
• Worked flat: The blanket is knitted flat on straight needles rather than in the round, making it accessible for beginners who have mastered basic knitting
• Stripe work: Color changes are incorporated throughout the design, with stripes created by switching between the designated yarn colors
• Yarn management: The pattern is thoughtfully designed so that the required color is always available at the beginning edge, allowing knitters to pick up existing strands rather than joining new strands with each color change, which minimizes the number of ends to darn in upon completion

Stitches Used

The pattern features straightforward knitting techniques appropriate for novice-level knitters. The construction relies primarily on knit rows and a few other simple techniques. Once basic knitting fundamentals are mastered, this project can be picked up and put down without losing your place, making it an ideal choice for knitters building their skills.

Yarn and Materials

The Jo Sharp Mitred Square Blanket is available in four distinct versions, each utilizing different combinations of premium Jo Sharp yarns to achieve varying weights and textures:

Version 1: Creates a lightweight blanket using a combination of three yarns. This version combines Jo Sharp Rare Comfort Kid Mohair (608 Char, 6 x 25g balls), Jo Sharp Silkroad DK Tweed (425 Peppercorn, 4 x 50g balls), and Jo Sharp Alpaca Silk Georgette (751 Pebble, 5 x 50g balls).

Version 2: Produces a heavier blanket by substituting Jo Sharp Classic DK Wool in place of the mohair component. This version uses Jo Sharp Classic DK Wool (349 Porcelain, 6 x 50g balls), Jo Sharp Alpaca Silk Georgette (752 Ecru, 5 x 50g balls), and Jo Sharp Silkroad DK Tweed (407 Magnolia, 4 x 50g balls).

Version 3: Combines Jo Sharp Silkroad DK Tweed (407 Magnolia, 4 x 50g balls), Jo Sharp Rare Comfort Kid Mohair (630 Cloud, 6 x 25g balls), and Jo Sharp Alpaca Silk Georgette (752 Ecru, 5 x 50g balls).

Version 4: Details for this version are referenced in the pattern materials.

All versions are worked on 1 pair of 5.50 mm needles (USA 10.5, UK 2). The yarn combinations create a blanket with excellent drape and softness, with the mohair and alpaca silk components contributing to the lightweight, luxurious feel of versions 1 and 3, while version 2 offers a more substantial weight through the inclusion of classic wool.

Skill Level

This blanket is rated as a Novice knitting project, making it an excellent choice for beginner knitters who have mastered the fundamentals and are ready to tackle a larger, more involved project with color work and geometric construction.