Peggy Blanket Knitting Pattern

Peggy Blanket in Berroco Vintage Chunky

What Is Being Made

The Peggy Blanket is a knitted throw blanket designed by Åsa Buchta that measures approximately 48 inches by 48 centimeters square. This project is constructed from multiple knitted squares that are assembled together to create a finished blanket with a modern, geometric aesthetic. The blanket is an ideal beginner-level knitting project, making it accessible to knitters who are just starting their craft journey.

Knitting Techniques Used

This blanket employs fundamental knitting techniques that build essential skills for new knitters. The primary construction method involves creating individual squares using increase and decrease rows, which develop understanding of shaping and stitch manipulation. The pattern uses the kfb (knit front and back) technique to increase stitches, allowing each square to expand from a single cast-on stitch. The k2tog (knit two together) technique is used to decrease stitches symmetrically, creating triangular or diamond-shaped squares depending on the specific square type. Color work is introduced through yarn changes between squares, allowing knitters to practice managing multiple yarn colors without the complexity of stranded colorwork or intarsia techniques.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The Peggy Blanket is worked almost entirely in Garter Stitch, which is created by knitting every row. Garter Stitch is one of the most fundamental stitch patterns in knitting and creates a reversible, textured fabric with horizontal ridges. This stitch pattern is ideal for beginners because it requires only basic knitting knowledge and produces a fabric with excellent drape and durability. The blanket construction relies on strategic increases and decreases worked within the Garter Stitch base to shape individual squares. The pattern includes 36 total squares: 2 squares of one type, 18 squares of a second type, and 16 squares of a third type, each with varying proportions of color.

Materials: Yarn and Needles

The Peggy Blanket is designed to be knitted with Berroco Vintage Chunky, a bulky-weight yarn that comes in 100-gram hanks. The yarn requirements include 12 hanks of #6116 Dove (the main color), 1 hank of #6175 Fennel (contrast color 1), and 1 hank of #6167 Dewberry (contrast color 2). The chunky weight of this yarn allows the blanket to work up quickly, making it an efficient project for beginners. Knitting needles in size 10 / 6 millimeters are required, with the pattern noting that needle size should be adjusted as needed to obtain the correct gauge. The pattern also calls for 2 double-pointed needles in the same size 10 / 6 millimeter for finishing work, and a tapestry needle for weaving in ends and assembling the squares.

Gauge and Finishing Details

The pattern specifies a gauge of 14 stitches and 28 rows equals 4 inches (10 centimeters) in Garter Stitch, measured after blocking. Checking gauge before beginning the project is emphasized as essential for ensuring the finished blanket reaches the intended 48-inch square measurement. The pattern recommends blocking the finished squares to achieve accurate dimensions and a professional appearance. Assembly instructions involve joining the individual squares together using the tapestry needle, creating the final blanket composition from the 36 component pieces.