Cozy Cable Knit Blanket: Free Pattern!

ByEmila Lorein

Bernat Big Twist Cable Knit Blanket

Welcome to Crochetto, where creativity meets coziness! Get ready to snuggle up with our latest free pattern: the Bernat Big Twist Cable Knit Blanket. This gorgeous, chunky blanket is perfect for adding a touch of handmade luxury to any home. Designed for intermediate knitters, it features beautiful cable details that truly stand out thanks to the jumbo-weight Bernat Blanket Big yarn. If you’re looking for a satisfying project that results in a wonderfully warm and substantial throw, you’ve found it!

Finished Bernat Big Twist Cable Knit Blanket draped over furniture

Skill Level

Intermediate

Measurements

Approximately 33″ x 59″ [84 x 150 cm].

Gauge

2.5 stitches and 3.5 rows = 4″ [10 cm] in stocking stitch.

Materials You’ll Need

  • Bernat® Blanket Big™ (10.5 oz/300 g; 32 yds/29 m) in Frosted Green (26092) – 5 balls
  • Size U.S. 50 (25 mm) circular knitting needle 36″ [91.5 cm] long or size needed to obtain gauge.
  • Cable needle.
Close-up of cable knit texture on Bernat Big Twist Cable Knit Blanket

Abbreviations

  • Approx: Approximately
  • C6B: Slip next 3 stitches onto cable needle and leave at back of work. K3, then K3 from cable needle.
  • C6F: Slip next 3 stitches onto cable needle and leave at front of work. K3, then K3 from cable needle.
  • K: Knit
  • P: Purl
  • Pfb: Purl Front and Back
  • RS: Right Side
  • St(s): Stitch(es)
  • WS: Wrong Side
  • K2tog: Knit 2 Together

Special Stitches: Understanding Cable Patterns

This blanket features stunning cables, created using specific cable stitches. Here’s a quick guide to the symbols and techniques used in the pattern:

  • Knit on RS rows / Purl on WS rows: This represents a Knit stitch on the Right Side rows and a Purl stitch on the Wrong Side rows.
  • Purl on RS rows / Knit on WS rows: This represents a Purl stitch on the Right Side rows and a Knit stitch on the Wrong Side rows.
  • C6B: Cable 6 Back – A technique to create a cable that leans to the right.
  • C6F: Cable 6 Front – A technique to create a cable that leans to the left.

Getting Started: The Blanket Instructions

Cast on 37 stitches loosely. Do not join. Working back and forth across needle in rows, proceed as follows:

Beginning Section

  1. 1st row (WS): (K4. P5) twice. K1. (P5. K4) twice.
  2. 2nd row: (P4. K5) twice. P1. (K5. P4) twice.
  3. 3rd and 4th rows: Repeat 1st and 2nd rows.
  4. 5th row: (K4. P2. Pfb. P2) twice. K1 (P2. Pfb. P2. K4) twice. (41 stitches)
  5. 6th row: (P4. C6B) twice. P1. (C6F. P4) twice.
  6. 7th row: (K4. P6) twice. K1. (P6. K4) twice.

Proceed in Cable Pattern

Proceed in Cable Pattern as follows:

  1. 1st row (RS): (P4. K6) twice. P1. (K6. P4) twice.
  2. 2nd row: (K4. P6) twice. K1. (P6. K4) twice.
  3. 3rd and 4th rows: Repeat 1st and 2nd rows.
  4. 5th row: (P4. C6B) twice. P1. (C6F. P4) twice.
  5. 6th row: Repeat 2nd row.

These 6 rows form Cable Pattern.

Repeat Cable Pattern twice more.

Finishing Section

  1. Next row (RS): (P4. K2. K2tog. K2) twice. P1. (K2. K2tog. K2. P4) twice. (37 stitches)
  2. Next row: (K4. P5) twice. K1. (P5. K4) twice.
  3. Next row: (P4. K5) twice. P1. (K5. P4) twice.
  4. Next row: (K4. P5) twice. K1. (P5. K4) twice.

Cast off loosely.

And there you have it! Your very own Bernat Big Twist Cable Knit Blanket, ready to bring warmth and style to your home. We hope you enjoyed creating this beautiful piece. At Crochetto, we love seeing your finished projects! Share your blanket on social media and tag us, or leave a comment below. Your creations inspire our wonderful community, and we’re always here to support your crafting journey.

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