The design on this blanket is inspired by a 15th-16th century tile from St. George’s Church in Fordington, Dorchester, England.
Even though this blanket has a huge visual impact, it uses only very basic techniques. It’s ideal for knitters nervous about doing anything “advanced”! Mosaic knitting makes colourwork easy; and garter stitch means the blanket lies flat without needing a border. It’s also super thick and squishy - perfect for cuddling babies!
Sizing
- One size: approximately 40" x 40"
Skills required
The basics of mosaic knitting are included in the pattern instructions.
- Knitting stitches
- Slipping stitches
- Chart reading is optional but not required, as written instructions are also provided
Materials needed
- Yarn: Chunky weight, as follows:
- Main colour: approximately 530 yards - model used about 425g of Red Heart "Super Saver Chunky", 100% acrylic, colour turqua
- Contrast colour: approximately 485 yards - model used about 390g of "Super Saver Chunky", colour white
- Needles:
- 5.5mm circular needle, at least 29" long
- 6.5mm circular needle, at least 40" long
Gauge
- On larger needle (or size needed to get gauge), 12 sts and 26 rows (13 chart rows) to 4” in mosaic knitting chart pattern, after blocking
2 comments:
What does “alt 2 “ mean. Slip 2? Trying to do the Fordington blanket
Hi Pat! Please check the "Abbreviations" section of the pattern instructions, it's explained there. --Kathleen.
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