Plymouth Yarn Baby Shrug and Blanket Knitting Pattern

Plymouth Yarn Baby Shrug and Blanket Pattern Overview

This downloadable knitting pattern from Plymouth Yarn features the Baby Shrug and Blanket set, Pattern No. 3341, crafted using Bon Ton yarn from Adriafil. The collection includes two coordinating projects suitable for infants from newborn through age 4T, allowing crafters to create a matching shrug and blanket set in a single color.

Baby Shrug Specifications

The shrug is designed to fit sizes 0-3, 6-12, 18-24, 3T, and 4T months, with finished chest measurements ranging from 20 inches to 28 inches and lengths from 10 inches to 14 inches. Sleeve length varies from 5½ inches to 9 inches depending on the selected size. The shrug requires 2 to 3 balls of 50-gram Bon Ton yarn in color #83, depending on the size being made.

Matching Blanket Specifications

The coordinating blanket measures approximately 21½ inches by 23 inches and uses 3 balls of 50-gram Bon Ton yarn in the same #83 color, making it simple to create a cohesive set.

Techniques and Construction Method

Both projects are worked flat using the bottom-up construction method, making them ideal for knitters who prefer traditional flat knitting over circular knitting techniques. The shrug begins at the center back and features strategic increases worked throughout the pattern. The blanket incorporates cable stitches, specifically left and right cable decreases (C3L and C3R), adding textural interest and visual depth to the finished piece.

Stitches and Stitch Patterns

The pattern utilizes several key stitches and stitch patterns:

• Butterfly Stitch — A decorative stitch pattern worked over a multiple of 14 stitches plus 2, featuring slipped stitches and cable decreases (C3L and C3R) that create a delicate, ornamental design
• Beaded Rib — Available in both flat and round variations, this textured stitch pattern creates a ribbed appearance and is worked over a multiple of 2 stitches
• Stockinette Stitch — Used as the base stitch for areas outside the patterned sections
• Cable Stitches — Left cable (C3L) and right cable (C3R) decreases are incorporated into the butterfly stitch pattern for added dimension
• Slipped Stitches — Used throughout the butterfly stitch pattern to create visual texture

Yarn and Needle Requirements

The pattern calls for Bon Ton yarn from Adriafil in color #83. Knitters should use US Size 4 (3.5mm) knitting needles — specifically a 24-inch circular needle for both projects. The shrug requires 2 stitch markers and 2 stitch holders for managing increases and pattern placement. The blanket additionally requires a cable needle for executing the cable stitches throughout the butterfly stitch pattern.

Gauge and Sizing

The pattern is worked at a gauge of 26 stitches and 40 rows over 4 inches in stockinette stitch on US Size 4 (3.5mm) needles. The pattern is written for the smallest size (0-3 months), with larger sizes provided in parentheses throughout the instructions. When only one number appears without parentheses, that measurement or instruction applies to all sizes.

Pattern Structure

The butterfly stitch pattern repeats over 12 rows and can be worked either from written row-by-row instructions or from a provided chart. When using the chart, knitters should work right-side rows from right to left and wrong-side rows from left to right, following standard chart-reading conventions. The beaded rib pattern repeats over 2 rows and provides a structured, textured edge or accent area.