A chunky knit baby blanket with 3 bold cables and a striking contrast color edging. The yarn is a soft, easy-to-knit merino wool/acrylic blend. A perfect blanket to cover baby in his or her carseat or stroller
Makes for an impressive shower gift and keepsake. The pattern is easy enough for anyone wanting to try their hand at cables for the first time.

Finished Knit Measurements: 22"" x 22 1/4".

Skill Level:

Yarn Used: GGH Aspen (50% Merino Wool/50% Acrylic; 1.75oz/50g [62yds/57m] per ball): 5 balls in Blue #22 (Main Color) and 1 ball in Cream #11 (Contrast Color).

Gauge(s):
Pattern Gauge: Approximately 8 ½ sts = 3" and 6 rows = 1" in garter stitch on Size 10 1/2 [6.5mm] needles.
Yarn Label Gauge and Information: A bulky weight yarn with a gauge of 10 stitches = 4" on US size 10 3/4 to 11 needles..

Total Yardage Required: Approximately 310yds [285m] in Main Color and 62yds [57m] in Contrast Color required.

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Knitting Needles Used: 24" (or longer) circular knitting needles in Size 10-1/2 [6.5mm].

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