Summer Fence Baby Blanket
Be reminded of late night barbecues and hours spent on the backyard patio with this adorable Summer Fence Baby Blanket. The fence-like, linked cable pattern will bring back fun summer memories, while keeping Baby protected from the breeze. The bold texture of this free knit afghan pattern makes it as much of a decoration, as it is a practical essential for the nursery.
Knitting Needle Size10 or 6 mm, Circular Knitting Needles
Yarn Weight(5) Bulky/Chunky (12-15 stitches for 4 inches)
MEASUREMENTS
Approx 36 x 38 ins [91.5 x 96.5 cm].
MATERIALS
- Size 6 mm (U.S. 10 ) circular knitting needle 36 ins
- Bernat Baby Coordinates Chunky (100 g / 3.5 oz) 6 balls of #99000 (White)
- [90 cm] long or size needed to obtain gauge. Cable needle.
GAUGE: 15 sts and 20 rows = 4 ins [10 cm] in stocking st.
ABBREVIATIONS
C6B = Slip next 3 sts onto a cable needle and leave at back of work. K3, then K3 from cable needle.
Cr4B = Slip next st onto a cable needle and leave at back of work. K3, then K1 from cable needle.
Cr4F = Slip next 3 sts onto a cable needle and leave at front of work. K1, then K3 from cable needle.
INSTRUCTIONS
Cast on 146 sts. Do not join in rnd. Working back and forth across needle, knit 7 rows, inc 20 sts evenly across last row. 166 sts.
Proceed as follows:
1st row: (RS). K10. C6B. *K8. C6B. Rep from * to last 10 sts. K10.
2nd and alt rows: K5. Purl to last 5 sts. K5.
3rd row: K9. Cr4B. Cr4F. *K6. Cr4B. Cr4F. Rep from * to last 9 sts. K9.
5th row: K8. *Cr4B. K2. Cr4F. K4. Rep from * to last 4 sts. K4.
7th row: K7. *Cr4B. K4. Cr4F. K2. Rep from * to last 5 sts. K5.
9th row: K6. *Cr4B. K6. Cr4F. Rep from * to last 6 sts. K6.
11th row: K17. *C6B. K8. Rep from * to last 9 sts. K9.
13th and 15th rows: Knit.
17th row: As 11th row.
19th row: K6. *Cr4F. K6. Cr4B. Rep from * to last 6 sts. K6.
21st row: K7. *Cr4F. K4. Cr4B. K2. Rep from * to last 5 sts. K5.
23rd row: K8. *Cr4F. K2. Cr4B. K4. Rep from * to last 4 sts. K4.
25th row: K9. Cr4F. Cr4B. *K6. Cr4F. Cr4B. Rep from * to last 9 sts. K9.
26th row: As 2nd row.
Rep these 26 rows of Cable Pat until Blanket measures 37 ins [94 cm], ending with a RS row.
Next row: (WS). Knit, dec 20 sts evenly across. 146 sts.
Knit 6 rows. Cast off (WS).
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eland
Feb 17, 2024
"Cast on 146 sts. Do not join in rnd. Working back and forth across needle, knit 7 rows, inc 20 sts evenly across last row. 166 sts."br /br /I am a little confused with what this means. Can anyone provide a little assistance?
cantorina620 34261 13
Jun 11, 2018
What does "Do not join in rnd." mean? I don't quite understand the initial instructions.
Lisa
Jun 15, 2018
Do not join in the round means exactly that. The pattern is instructing you that even though it uses circular needles, it is knit flat, do not join to make a circle.
Gracie
Jun 07, 2017
This is such a lovely pattern that everyone will want a full-size version to use for an afghan. Please add instructions for an adult-size afghan for those of us you can't figure out how to adap it. It really is that great a pattern.
karthigaec 8823277
Apr 18, 2017
This is a wonderful pattern. Worked out well for me. I made this blanket with 4 skeins of Lion Brand Homespun Yarn (Bulky) which looks exactly as I expected!
judzon 5102221
Jun 23, 2015
I asked about adapting this to worsted weight, probably on size 8 US needles. Could I just cast on 14 more sticthes (since the pattern repeat is 14) and add another repeat of the pattern between the asterisks? I would also like to use this pattern in a center panel on a sweater to coordinate with the blanket. Could I just use the pattern between the asterisks plus 2 purls on either side?
judzon 5102221
Jun 18, 2015
I would like to make this in worsted weight/Aran yarn. How can I adapt it?
bbatten17 7588565
Apr 13, 2015
Someone just posted today on Knitting Paradise that they made this blanket using Bernat Softee Baby yarn, using 2 strands of yarn. It turned out just beautiful. They also posted a photo, if you'd like to check it out. http//www.knittingparadise.com/t-331651-1.html
MelinAustin
Feb 02, 2014
I'd like to make this in a sport weight yarn. Is there an easy conversion to get to the right number of stitches to maintain the pattern and the size of the blanket? Thanks!
glnewcomb 3616563
Mar 05, 2013
I HAVEN'T USED THIS PATTERN BUT i HAVE USED BERNAT KNITTING THREAD AND LIKE IT VERY MUCH.
rhinkle26 4776595
Jan 24, 2013
I'm fairly new to the blanket world beyond an easy pattern. :) I'm trying new things, and want to learn this greatly. Can someone tell me, once I've mastered this size, how to increase the size to more of an adult throw size? Can I just double the amount of stitches and rows?
Lisa
Jul 25, 2014
Not necessarily-you need to determine the amount of stitches in the pattern repeat and factor in the gauge to determine how many stitches to increase. for this one, the pattern repeat is 14 stitches and the gauge is 15 sts and 20 rows to 4". so the pattern as written gives you a finished measurement of 36"x38"-so you must determine how much wider and longer you want the afghan to be-adding 15 stitches to the width will give you an additional 4" and adding 20 rows will give you an additional 4" in length.
ginitanguay 715616 0
Dec 31, 2012
I would like to print this pattern but cannot find a print option. Please help!
BeeMa
Jan 01, 2013
Move cursor over "P" at end of sharing icons. A list will pop up - including "print".
Catthi
Mar 30, 2013
You could copy and paste into a Word document and print from there. That's what I normally do to eliminate the ads and print only what I really want.
pwrath
Jun 07, 2012
I need help with the pattern. There is no row 16. And my grandson is due soon. Please help???
Caitlin
Jun 08, 2012
Hello! Row 16 is considered an "alternate row" so you would follow this portion of the pattern: 2nd and alt rows: K5. Purl to last 5 sts. K5. Hope this helps, and happy knitting!
craftlover53
May 27, 2012
This afghan looks beautiful. I, tool, would like to know how to calculate increases.
Editor JD
Jul 28, 2014
Hi Craftlover53, We suggest posting this question to the AllFreeKnitting Facebook page. You'll find a large community of knitting knowledge. :) Thanks! -Editors of AllFreeKnitting
maysji12 2922259
May 26, 2012
I love the look of this pattern. I make baby blankets for any one in the neighborhood or church that is expecting, so I am always looking for new ideas. I can't wait to start on this one.
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