Ivy Knit Purl Baby Blanket
Today I’m sharing a knit purl baby blanket pattern that’s fun for all skill levels! I designed the Ivy blanket to use a simple combination of knits and purls to create a subtle, trailing texture, like ivy vines running across the fabric. Once you get into the repeat, it’s easy to follow and has a nice rhythm to it, which makes it a really relaxing project to pick up at the end of the day.
Perfect For Practicing Knits and Purls
If you can knit and purl, you can absolutely make this blanket! The pattern has a six row repeat and is a great way to build confidence with stitch patterns without feeling overwhelmed. I’ve also added throw sized instructions in case you want to make your blanket bigger.
I love to write blanket patterns because when I started knitting, these were the projects that really helped me understand new stitches (since I had to repeat them over and over for rows on end!). Plus blankets make really thoughtful gifts, so I know that they’ll appreciated. People love receiving hand knit blankets and hold onto them for years. And if you’re knitting one for yourself, it’s something you’ll use every day, and feel proud to have on your sofa or bed!
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Free Ivy Knit Purl Baby Blanket Pattern
Materials
You will need the following materials to knit one blanket:
- Plymouth Yarn Encore Worsted Weight Yarn in Green (450)
- Baby Blanket: 5 skeins (995 yards)
- Throw Blanket: 12 skeins (2388 yards)
- Size 8 (5 mm) circular knitting needles (32″ cord)
- Scissors
- Tapestry/yarn needle (for weaving in ends)
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If you like things a little more streamlined, I’ve put together an ad-free, downloadable PDF version of the pattern. It’s perfect for easy printing and can be can be purchased through My Ravelry Store or by clicking the “Purchase PDF File” button to the right.
Thank you so much for your support! It means the world to me, and I’m beyond grateful to be able to share my passion with you all.
Measurements
This blanket can be made in two sizes:
Baby: 33” wide X 42” long after blocking.
Throw: 44” wide X 72” long after blocking.
Gauge
16 stitches, 26 rows = 4″ in stockinette stitch after blocking.
Abbreviations
K: Knit.
P: Purl.
St: Stitch.
Pattern Notes
- The blanket is knit flat in rows using only knits and purls
- Circular knitting needles are required to hold the large number of stitches.
- Wet/Steam blocking is highly recommended for finishing this blanket in order for it to lay flat and reach the finished dimensions.
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Ivy Knit Purl Blanket – Pattern Instructions
Cast on 135(175) stitches (or a multiple of 10 + 1, plus 24 border stitches) and begin with Bottom Edging.
Bottom Edging:
Repeat the following two rows 7 times (14 rows total):
Row 1 (RS): *K1, p1; repeat from * to last st; k1.
Row 2 (WS): Purl all sts.
Continue to Body of Blanket.
Body of Blanket:
Repeat the rows below until blanket measures approximately 40(70)” from top to bottom (including bottom edge) and then continue to Top Edging.
Row 1: (K1, p1) six times, *k1, p2, k2, p2, k3; repeat from * to last 13 sts; (k1, p1) six times, k1.
Row 2: P13, *p2, k2, p6; repeat from * to last 12 sts; p12.
Row 3: (K1, p1) six times, *k7, p2, k1; repeat from * to last 13 sts; (k1, p1) six times, k1.
Row 4: P13, *k2, p2, k2, p4; repeat from * to last 12 sts; p12.
Row 5: (K1, p1) six times, *k3, p2, k5; repeat from * to last 13 sts; (k1, p1) six times, k1.
Row 6: P13, *p6, k2, p2; repeat from * to last 12 sts; p12.
Top Edging:
Repeat the following two rows 7 times (14 rows total):
Row 1 (RS): *K1, p1; repeat from * to last st; k1.
Row 2 (WS): Purl all sts.
Continue to Finishing.
Finishing:
Cast off in pattern and weave in all loose ends with a tapestry/yarn needle.
Wet or steam block to measurements and enjoy your new blanket!
Pattern PDF File
I hope you enjoyed the free knitting pattern for the Ivy Baby Blanket.
If you’d like your own copy, the Ad-Free PDF file (which will be emailed to you automatically) can be purchased through Ravelry, or by clicking the “Purchase PDF File” button to the right.
Thank you so much for your support! It means the world to me, and I’m beyond grateful to be able to share my passion with you all.
