Heirloom Sampler Blanket KAL by Martin Storey

Rowan

$238.00

Yarn Brand

Rowan - Felted Tweed DK

Printed Pattern Only

Color

Qty

One can never have too many blankets, especially when it comes to handmade heirloom blankets designed by Martin Storey. This delightful knit features Felted Tweed DK in this fanciful, fantasy land inspired by northern Europe. This stunning heirloom afghan features eight Fair Isle pattern in several color options. The blanket is made by creating each line using Intarsia and/or Fair Isle techniques. A contrasting edging is added at the conclusion of this beautiful knit.

"My Heirloom Sampler Blanket KAL has been inspired by traditional cross stitch patterns that celebrate the beauty of nature, folklore, family & home. Motifs that blend creativity with nostalgia to evoke a classic, timeless aesthetic. Over the years this blanket will become a cherished and treasured keepsake, carrying a connection to its crafter and family." -- Martin Storey

Knit Along with Yarn Loop! This KAL starts April 15th and concludes June 15th which gives you ample time to complete each motif and ask questions in the scheduled meet up.

To sign up for the Knit Along and receive all pattern releases, please click this Rowan link. (Please know that we have all the yarn in stock so that you receive it as soon as possible after your order is placed. Ordering directly from Rowan through the enclosed link means that the yarn ships from Britain, not Austin, TX.)

Kit includes pdf files and selected yarn. If you have ordered after the Knit Along has started, we will print any releases and mail them with your yarn.

Once the KAL has been fully released in June, we also have the option to print and mail the pattern to you. The charge is for editing, printing and mailing this pattern which frankly has many pages. We are not charging for the pattern itself; it's free using the link above.

DK Weight

DESIGNER RECOMMENDED YARN: Felted Tweed DK by Rowan (50% Merino Wool / 25% Rayon / 25% Alpaca; 50g/191yds): 5 Skeins Main Color (MC), & 2 Skeins Color F, & 1 Skein each in Colors A, B, C, D, E, G, H & I. Shown in Clay (MC) with French Mustard, Peony, Lotus Leaf, Ginger, Rage, Fjord, Bilberry & Iris.

SIZE: One Size
FINISHED MEASUREMENTS: 38.5" Wide x 45.25" Long
YARDAGE: 2,674 total yards
SKILL LEVEL: Intermediate to Advanced-colorwork, picking up stitches. Each block is a combination of Fair-Isle and Intarsia colorwork to reduce long floats on the back of the project.

NEEDLES: Size US 5 / 3.75mm straight or circular needle & US 3 / 3.25mm 40" circular needle, or sizes needed to obtain gauge
OTHER TOOLS: Stitch Markers, Stitch holders or waste yarn, Tapestry Needle
GAUGE: 26 sts x 27 rows = 4" in patterned stockinette stitch (blocked) on larger needle.

Images courtesy of Rowan