Free Pattern of the Week!

This weeks free pattern is Chevron Cherub Wrap from KnitPicks.

Finished Measurements 32” wide x 29” long
Needles US 5 (3.75mm) 24” circular needles,

Alternating colors on eyelet-laced chevron rows surrounded by a garter stitch border are created using stockinette stitch, yarn overs, and the central double decrease for skill building. Knit in monochromatic shades or contrasting colors, the stitch pattern is easily memorized while providing interest for the knitter. 

Central Double Decrease (CDD) 

Slip 2 sts together Kwise, knit the next stitch, then pass the 2 slipped sts over. 2 sts dec. 

Body Stitch Pattern (worked flat) 

Row 1: K5, SSK, *K13, YO, K1, YO, K13, CDD*, repeat from * to * 4 times, K13, YO, K1, YO, K13, K2tog, K5. 

Row 2: K5, P all sts until 5 sts remain, K5. 

Repeat rows 1 and 2 for pattern. 

Directions

Loosely CO 161 sts using MC.

K 6 rows in garter stitch. 

Switch to CC and work rows 1 and 2 of Body Stitch Pattern for 6 rows. 

Switch to MC and work rows 1 and 2 of Body Stitch Pattern for 6 rows. 

Continue knitting in pattern as established, switching between MC and CC every 6 rows until blanket measures approximately 28” ending with CC. 

Switch to MC and K 6 rows in garter stitch. 

Loosely bind off Kwise, cut yarn. 

Finishing Weave in ends, wash, and block if desired. 

The Original Pattern can be found at http://www.knitpicks.com/patterns/Chevron_Cherub_Wrap__D55655220.html