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Basketweave Blanket Knit Kit-Yarn-Crucci-Natural (1500)-Wild & Woolly Yarns

Basketweave Blanket Knit Kit

$250.00 NZD - $250.00 NZD
$250.00 NZD
$250.00 NZD - $250.00 NZD
$250.00 NZD
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Color: Natural (1500)

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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)
  • Yarn needle for finishing

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

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the Basketweave Blanket Knit Kit a great DIY project?
The kit offers a relaxing and rhythmic knitting experience, allowing you to create a beautifully textured basket weave blanket with timeless appeal, perfect for adding warmth and style to your home.
Can I customize the size of the finished blanket?
The finished size of approximately 100cm x 115cm is based on the pattern and yarn quantity provided; resizing would require modifying the pattern and additional yarn.
What tools do I need to complete the knitting kit?
You will need a 5.00mm circular knitting needle (not included) and a yarn needle for finishing, both of which are recommended to achieve the best results.
Is this knitting kit suitable for beginners or only for experienced knitters?
This kit is designed for intermediate knitters, as it involves knit and purl stitches to create the basket weave texture and requires some familiarity with reading stitch patterns.