Basket Weave Blanket Knitting Kit – Crucci Aella 12 Ply Alpaca Merino

Wrap your home in warmth with the timeless Basket Weave Blanket Knitting Kit. Featuring a beautifully textured woven-look stitch pattern, this cosy blanket is as enjoyable to knit as it is to use. The classic basket weave design adds depth and interest while creating a luxurious throw that's perfect for curling up on the sofa, adding texture to a bedroom, or giving as a treasured handmade gift.

This kit pairs the pattern with Crucci Aella 12 Ply, a beautifully soft blend of alpaca and merino that creates a wonderfully warm, lofty fabric with exceptional stitch definition. We've included 20 balls to ensure you have plenty of yarn to complete your blanket.

Why You'll Love This Knitting Kit

Creates a beautifully textured basket weave blanket with timeless appeal.
Knitted in luxuriously soft Crucci Aella 12 Ply Alpaca Merino.
A relaxing, rhythmic knit that produces stunning results.
Perfect for adding warmth and style to your living space.
Makes a thoughtful handmade gift for weddings, housewarmings or new homes.

Skill Level

Intermediate

The pattern uses knit and purl stitches to create the woven basket weave texture, making it a rewarding project for knitters who are comfortable reading stitch patterns.

Finished Size

Approximately 100cm x 115cm.

Yarn Included

This kit includes:

20 balls of Crucci Aella 12 Ply

Crucci Aella is a beautifully balanced alpaca and merino blend, offering warmth without excessive weight. The soft halo of the alpaca enhances the richly textured basket weave while the merino provides excellent stitch definition and resilience, making it an ideal choice for blankets that will be loved for years to come.

You'll Also Need

5.00mm circular knitting needle (used to accommodate the large number of stitches - the blanket is worked flat, not in the round)

Tension

19 stitches and 29 rows to 10cm over garter stitch using 5.00mm needles.

Kit Includes

Crucci Basket Weave Blanket Pattern (Design 2228)
20 balls of Crucci Aella 12 Ply in your chosen colour
Tapestry Needle and Stitch Marker set

Please Note

Needles are not included and can be purchased separately.

Perfect For

Cosy lounge and bedroom décor
Handmade housewarming gifts
Relaxing long-term knitting projects
Knitters who enjoy textured stitch patterns
Creating a luxurious heirloom blanket

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Basketweave Blanket Knit Kit