Knitting the Biddeford Baby Blanket
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Knitting the Biddeford Baby Blanket Knitting Pattern
The Biddeford Baby Blanket Knitting Pattern is a simple and modern project to knit for new babies.
When I first knit the Biddeford I chose Red, Yellow, Green, Gray and Blues. It is a bright and colorful blanket and became an Etsy bestselling pattern, rated easy by Ravelers.
This time I decided to try something different.
Using Pastel Yarn for this project, the blanket is suitable for both boys and girls. I knit it in the stroller size because I have found that new parents love having a small blanket to keep their babies warm in the carseat and stroller. Even in the summertime, babies need protection from chilly air conditioned rooms and cars.
The Biddeford Baby Blanket Knitting Pattern is available on Etsy and Ravelry.
Here it is in the Hudson Bay color palette:
The Biddeford Baby Blanket may be knit in almost any size you want. Read on for estimates on yardage and recommendations for yarn and needles!
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Yarn
Project shown with Hobby Lobby’s Aran Weight I Love This yarn in 7 colors for a stroller sized blanket 22 x 28:
Light Gray: 100 yards
50 yards each of:
Color A: Sea Blue
Color B: Soft Blue
Color C: Ivory
Color D: Menthe
Color E: Cream
Color F: Glacier
How much yarn should I buy for different sized blankets?
Assuming a gauge of 4.5 stitches to the inch:
- Stroller: 400 yards for 22 x 28
- Baby: 700 yards for 28 x 36
- Small: 1000 yards for 34 x 40
- Medium: 1300 yards for 36 x 46
- Large: 1600 yards 42 x 50
More Yarn Suggestions
Knitpicks: choosing the right yarn is a great article on deciding which yarn you’d like to use for which project.
Related Post → Three Wishes Baby Blanket Pattern
Needles
Knitpicks Interchangeable Options Rainbow Wood Needles
Size 8 with a 24″ or 32″ cord with a gauge of 18 stitches per 4 inches
Knitpicks says it best: The Rainbow Interchangeable Knitting Needle Set is the ultimate in knitting versatility.
Featuring smooth joins, perfectly tapered tips and flexible cables, this set includes 9 of our bestselling needle tips and 2 sizes of cables – all of which are stored in a handy vinyl case.
What Needles Work for me? Read Knitpicks Guide to choosing the right needles for you
Related Post → Sweetest Dreams Baby Blanket
The Biddeford Baby Blanket Knitting Pattern is available on Etsy and Ravelry.
With Size 8 circular needles, pattern specifies the number of cast on stitches, approximate yardage needed and how to make the blanket in Stroller, Baby, Small, Medium and Large sizes.
Gauge is 18 stitches to 4 inches. For this project gauge is not that important.
It is rated Easy by Ravelers and the pattern is clearly written.
Skills to know ↓
If you ever have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at creations@candylou.com
Find the free matching hat pattern here:
Gift Ideas
After knitting a blanket, I love to wrap it up with something else the new mama can use. Here are my favorite gift ideas:
1. Milestone Sign
2. Dock-A-Tot
3. Baby Baptism Romper
4. Toy Library Subscription for the Siblings (calling all grandmothers!)
5. Pillow Pets for the Siblings
Related Post → Cuddly Soft Baby Blanket
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