Garter Stitch Ripple Pram Blanket Knit Kit
Garter Stitch Ripple Pram Blanket Knit Kit
A soft cotton pram blanket with rhythmic garter stitch ripples and flowing gradient colour. One kit makes one blanket, approximately 70 × 80 cm. Knitted in Sesia Iride 4ply organic cotton.
Why You’ll Love This Knit Kit
- A rhythmic garter stitch ripple
- A practical 70 × 80 cm blanket
- Stitch markers and tapestry needles included
Construction
Worked flat on a circular needle, using a repeating two-row garter ripple pattern. Increases and decreases form the waves. Use the printed pattern for the stitch repeat, and the larger needle for casting off.
Sizes and Measurements
| Project | Width | Length | Yarn |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pram blanket | 70 cm | 80 cm | 900 m |
Before You Start with Iride
The white leader yarn at the ends of an Iride cake is waste yarn. For a centre pull, remove the white leader before starting. If working from the outside, stop before the final white leader section and discard it. Do not knit or crochet the white leader into your project.
Yarn Requirements
| Size / project | Yarn | Strands held | Metres supplied |
|---|---|---|---|
| One size | Sesia Iride | Single | 900 m |
Use one strand. Two cakes supply the 900 metres required for one blanket; follow the yarn sequence in the printed pattern.
Your Kit Includes
900 metres of Sesia Iride in your selected shade, printed pattern, Handmade with Love leather tag, stitch markers and tapestry needles.
The With Needles option includes the 3.50 mm circular needle (80 cm). A 3.75 mm needle for casting off is required separately for either option.
Needles and Notions
3.50 mm circular needle with an 80 cm cable for knitting, plus a 3.75 mm needle for casting off.
A tapestry needle for ends; stitch markers, tapestry needles and a Handmade with Love leather tag are included.
Pattern Tension
The pattern does not require an exact tension. Your gauge will affect the finished measurements and yarn usage; check the feel and size of your fabric.
About the Yarn
Sesia Iride is a 4ply / fingering yarn made in Italy from 100% organic cotton, with 450 metres per cake. Its long gradient creates flowing colour changes. Choose your Iride shade from the kit options; availability depends on stock.
Pattern
Naturally Yarns K3033 printed knitting pattern included. Read the printed pattern, choose your size where applicable, check the kit contents and swatch before casting on.
Care
Follow the washing instructions on your yarn label. Reshape gently and dry flat; avoid hanging wet cotton, which can stretch.
Why We Love This Kit
A textured cotton blanket that makes a thoughtful handmade baby gift.
Skill level and techniques
Confident Beginner. The blanket is worked flat using a two-row garter-stitch ripple repeat, increases and decreases.
Project guidance
This baby blanket lets the flowing colours of Sesia Iride cotton 4ply take centre stage.
Frequently asked questions
Is the blanket worked in the round?
No. It is knitted flat on a circular needle to hold the stitches.
What is the finished size?
Approximately 70 × 80 cm, depending on tension.
How much yarn is included?
Two cakes of Sesia Iride, totalling approximately 900 metres.
What should I do with the white leader yarn?
Remove and discard it rather than knitting it into the blanket.
Does the With Needles option include everything?
It includes a 3.5 mm circular needle, but a separate 3.75 mm needle is required for casting off.