Knitting: Knit & Purl Squares of the Month Afghan

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Knit & Purl Squares of the Month Afghan Pattern

Category:

Knitting

Type:

Home Decor

Item:

Blanket/Bedspread

Skill Level:

Novice

Basic Skills Necessary:

Cast on
Knit
Purl
Pick up stitches (for border)
Sew squares together
Bind off

Pattern Description:

This 16 page e-book features twelve unique square patterns done with the knit and purl stitch. All of the squares look great on both sides and several are completely reversible. The patterns include both written and charted instructions for all of the designs, joining instructions and written instructions for the 1 1/2" knitted border.

The finished size (each block worked twice) is approximately 51" x 75". Each block is worked on Size 8 (5.0 mm) needles and requires approximately 125 yds worsted weight yarn.

Gauge:

Multiple gauges for each square, listed in pattern.

Sizing / Finished Measurements:

51" x 75"

Materials:

Size 8 (5.00 mm) straight needles
Size 8 (5.00 mm) 72" circular needle (border)
Tapestry needle
Worsted Weight Yarn ~ 2800 yds

Suggested yarn:

2800 yards of Worsted weight

Preferred Brand/Yarn:

Plymouth Encore

Colorway:

Cream, Gray, and Gray Tweed