I have a brand new blanket pattern for you guys! The Zen Blanket is something that’s been brewing in my mind for a while. I often get requests for lace knitting projects, and as a result, I wanted to create a lace knit blanket pattern that is stylish, cozy, and fun to knit up. Also, since it is the summer time right now, a light and airy throw is the perfect project to decorate your home! This throw looks gorgeous draped over the sofa or arm chair. It’s also great to wrap up in for cooler evenings spent outdoors.
The pattern for the Zen Blanket alternates rows of ridged lace, with a mix of stockinette and garter stitch to create a squishy, stretchy fabric that is incredibly cozy to cuddle up with. I know that knitting a large blanket may seem daunting, but don’t worry! This pattern is fun to knit, and the simple stitch pattern will have you reaching for your needles when you just want to relax and knit something repetitive. Knitting can sometimes put me in a meditative state, and this pattern definitely did this for me…. which is why I named it the Zen blanket!
I chose to work with Knit Picks Brava worsted weight yarn for this project to keep the cost down, while still creating a soft, high quality fabric. I love that Brava doesn’t break the bank, but still feels like a luxury yarn. My skin has been extra dry and sensitive lately, which means that itchy acrylic yarns just wont do!
Zen Blanket Knitting Pattern: PDF Copy
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The Zen Lace Knit Blanket Pattern
Materials:
To make this cozy blanket, you will need:
- US Size 10 / 6 mm circular (32” cord) knitting needles.
- 8 Skeins (approx. 1700 yards) Knit Picks Brava worsted weight yarn in Dove Heather.
- Scissors.
- Tapestry/Yarn needle.
Finished Size:
Finished blanket measures: 68” long X 30” wide. This blanket has some stretch to it, and a result, your measurements may vary depending on how you lay the blanket down before measuring. When I measured, I tried my best not to stretch it at all.
Gauge:
3.25 stitches, 5 rows = 1 Inch in stockinette stitch.
Abbreviations:
| k | Knit. |
| yo | Yarn over needle. |
| skpo | Slip one stitch knitwise, knit one stitch, pass slipped stitch over. |
| k2tog | Knit two stitches together. |
Notes:
The blanket is knit flat in rows, using circular knitting needles to hold the large number of stitches.
Pattern Instructions:
Cast on 197 Stitches.
Rows 1-3: Purl all stitches.
Row 4: K1; *yo, skpo; repeat from * to end of row.
Rows 5-7: Purl all stitches.
Row 8: K1; *yo, k2tog; repeat from * to end of row.
Rows 9-11: Purl all stitches.
Row 12: K1; *yo, skpo; repeat from * to end of row.
Rows 13-15: Purl all stitches.
Row 16: K1; *yo, k2tog; repeat from * to end of row.
Rows 17-18: Purl all stitches.
Row 19: Knit all stitches.
Rows 20-21: Purl all stitches.
Rows 22-23: Knit all stitches.
Row 24: Purl all stitches.
Row 25-26: Knit all stitches.
Row 27: Purl all stitches.
Repeat rows 4-27, seven more times (total of eight repeats).
For symmetry, add one more lace section by completing rows 4-18. Purl one more row, and then cast off.
Weave in all loose ends with tapestry/yarn needle and enjoy your cozy new blanket!
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Should you have any issues with the download, please email: [email protected] for assistance.
Purchase the PDF file (which will be emailed to you automatically after purchase) for $5 USD by clicking the button below or through Ravelry.
Oh what a lovely pattern! What is the multiple of stitches used? I would like to make a small sample swatch and possible a smaller blanket. Thank you!
Cindy C
Thanks Cindy! You need an odd number number of stitches 🙂
The pattern repeat is 2 stitches, to make smaller or larger add or subtract in groups of 2, maintaining an odd number cast on.
I made this pattern for a friend as a housewarming gift, and have plans to make another for myself! It is a fun knit.
Love it!