Alpaca Pram Blanket Knitting Pattern A beautifully textured pram blanket featuring alternating eyelet and checkerboard stitch panels framed by classic ribbed borders. The combination of delicate lace and geometric texture creates a timeless design that is both elegant and practical, making it a wonderful choice for a new baby or treasured handmade gift. Worked flat on a circular needle to comfortably accommodate the large number of stitches, the blanket alternates between eyelet and textured check patterns before finishing with matching ribbed borders. The repeating stitch patterns provide plenty of interest while remaining enjoyable to knit. Photographed in Alpaca Yarns Tweedie Sox Easy Wash, a soft, machine washable alpaca sock yarn with excellent stitch definition that beautifully highlights both the lace and textured stitch patterns. Sizes Measurement Size Width (cm) 65 Length (cm) 70 Designed as a generously sized pram blanket, ideal for prams, bassinets and cosy outings. Yarn Requirements Recommended yarn: Alpaca Yarns Tweedie Sox Easy Wash Size Blanket Yarn required (approx. metres)* 774 *Estimated from ball quantities listed in the pattern (2 × 100g balls at 387 metres per 100g ball). Suitable for 4 Ply/Fingering weight yarn, especially wool or alpaca sock yarns with excellent stitch definition. Needles & Notions 3.00mm circular needle (80cm) Wool needle Gauge 28 stitches × 38 rows Stocking stitch on 3.00mm needles Accurate gauge is important for correct sizing. Construction Overview Worked flat on a circular needle Alternating eyelet lace and checkerboard textured panels Ribbed borders at both ends and along each side Minimal finishing with only yarn ends to sew in ✔ Elegant combination of lace and textured stitch patterns ✔ Soft, lightweight and machine washable ✔ Beautiful heirloom-style pram blanket ✔ Suitable for Intermediate knitters
