Aroha Baby Blanket & Chunky Throw Knitting Pattern

A beautifully textured blanket design featuring flowing woven lace panels and optional bobble detailing.

The Aroha Blanket is available in three distinct styles — from subtle centre weave panels to full all-over texture — and can be knitted as a baby blanket in 8ply or scaled up into a cosy chunky throw.

With its rhythmic stitch pattern and softly structured borders, this design creates a striking yet timeless piece for gifting or home décor.

Skill Level

Intermediate

Includes lace shaping, k2tog decreases, yarn forwards, bobble construction (Style 1), and structured border finishing.

8ply Baby Blanket

Needles: 4mm (US 6)
Tension (blocked): 22 stitches and 28 rows to 10cm over stocking stitch.

Style 1 & Style 2

Finished Size (blocked):
Approx. 60cm wide x 83cm long

Yarn Required:
Approx. 600m

Style 3 – All Over Weave

Finished Size (blocked):
Approx. 67cm wide x 85cm long

Yarn Required:
Approx. 700m

Chunky Throw

Needles: 8mm (US 11)
Tension (blocked): 12 stitches and 15 rows to 10cm over stocking stitch.

Style 1 & Style 2

Finished Size (blocked):
Approx. 92cm wide x 120cm long

Yarn Required:
Approx. 770m

Style 3 – All Over Weave

Finished Size (blocked):
Approx. 100cm wide x 120cm long

Yarn Required:
Approx. 880m

Style Options

✔ Style 1: Centre weave with side bobbles
✔ Style 2: Centre weave with plain sides
✔ Style 3: All-over weave design

Each style includes structured garter stitch borders and a repeating woven lace panel motif.

Construction Overview

✔ Worked flat
✔ Repeating 4-row pattern sections
✔ Optional bobble detailing (Style 1)
✔ Structured garter stitch edging
✔ Adjustable length by repeating full pattern sections

Design Features

✔ Three style variations in one pattern
✔ Baby blanket or chunky throw option
✔ Elegant woven lace panel texture
✔ Optional bobble detailing
✔ Modern heirloom aesthetic
✔ Perfect for gifting or statement home styling

The Aroha Blanket offers versatility and texture in a beautifully balanced design — delicate enough for baby gifting, yet bold enough to create a striking throw for your home.