Chunky Checkerboard Baby Blanket - Knitting Pattern (PDF)
Knit a beautifully soft chunky baby blanket with a modern checkerboard texture using garter stitch and 1×1 rib. This baby blanket knitting pattern PDF is designed for super bulky yarn and...
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Knit a beautifully soft chunky baby blanket with a modern checkerboard texture using garter stitch and 1×1 rib. This baby blanket knitting pattern PDF is designed for super bulky yarn and 15 mm needles, creating a bold, cozy fabric that works up quickly and feels incredibly soft and warm.
With 13 blanket sizes included, this pattern takes you from small lovey blankets to larger crib and toddler sizes, making it a versatile project for gifts, nursery pieces, and everyday use.
Pattern details
- Skill level: Advanced Beginner / Intermediate
- Needles: 15 mm (US 19) circular needles
- Construction: knitted flat
- Texture: garter stitch + 1×1 rib checkerboard
- Yarn: super chunky / super bulky
- Required stitches and techniques: Long-tail cast-on, knit stitches, purl stitches, 1×1 rib, selvedge stitches, and repeating checkerboard sections.
- Time to complete: depends on blanket size and knitting speed
- Language: English
Format
You will receive a downloadable 12-page PDF pattern, suitable for mobile, tablet, and printing. This is a digital product, not a physical item.
What’s included
- step-by-step instructions
- stitch and row counts for each size
- yarn amounts for all sizes
- gauge guidance
- yarn substitution notes
- adjustment tips for different yarn thicknesses
What You Need (not included)
- super chunky / super bulky yarn (weight category #6–7) that creates a soft, lofty fabric on 15 mm (US 19) needles (yarn amount depending on the selected size). As a guide, look for a yarn with an approximate meterage of 55–80 m per 200 g.
- 1 pair of 15 mm (US 19) circular knitting needles (80–120 cm recommended).
- Tapestry needle for weaving in ends.
Sample Shown in the Photos
The sample blanket shown in the photos is the Car Seat size — 20×24 in (51×61 cm) — knitted with MERINO MINI, our super chunky handspun yarn by Knit Design Studio.
Please Note
This listing is for a digital knitting pattern only. No finished blanket, yarn, knitting needles, or other supplies are included.
Perfect for baby shower gifts, nursery blankets, stroller blankets, and cozy everyday use.
