Autumn Leaves Baby Blanket & Chunky Throw Knitting Pattern

Knit a beautifully textured heirloom blanket featuring an elegant autumn leaf lace panel framed by classic seed stitch borders.

The Autumn Leaves Blanket can be worked in three different yarn weights — from a delicate ultralight baby blanket to a warm and luxurious chunky throw. The repeating 18-row lace panel creates a striking leaf motif that runs through the centre of the design, making this pattern ideal for both gifting and statement home décor.

Graph and written instructions are included for the lace panel.

Skill Level

Intermediate

Includes lace shaping techniques such as k2tog, k3tog, cdd (central double decrease), skpo, and sk2po.

Option 1

Autumn Leaves Baby Blanket – Ultralight 8ply

Finished Size:
Approx. 60cm wide x 80cm long

Yarn Required:
Approx. 650m (150g of 420m/100g yarn)

Needles:
3.75mm (US 5)

Tension:
26 stitches and 34 rows to 10cm over stocking stitch.

Option 2

Autumn Leaves Baby Blanket – 8ply

Finished Size:
Approx. 65cm wide x 80cm long

Yarn Required:
Approx. 600m

Needles:
4mm (US 6)

Tension:
22 stitches and 30 rows to 10cm over stocking stitch.

Option 3

Autumn Leaves Chunky Throw

Finished Size:
Approx. 92cm wide x 120cm long

Yarn Required:
Approx. 770m chunky weight yarn
(Two strands of lighter yarn may be held together to achieve gauge.)

Needles:
8mm (US 11)

Tension:
12 stitches and 15 rows to 10cm over stocking stitch.

Construction Overview

✔ Seed stitch border
✔ Central 31-stitch lace panel
✔ 18-row repeating lace pattern
✔ Worked flat
✔ Graph and written instructions included
✔ Adjustable length by working full pattern repeats

Design Features

✔ Elegant autumn leaf lace motif
✔ Suitable for baby gifting or home décor
✔ Three yarn weight options included
✔ Heirloom-style finish
✔ Customisable sizing
✔ Textured seed stitch framing

The Autumn Leaves pattern offers versatility and timeless appeal — knit a delicate baby blanket or scale up to a cosy chunky throw that makes a beautiful statement piece.