Corner of the Sky Blanket

Description

A blanket is a symbol of warmth and friendship. The action of wrapping someone in a blanket is a real statement of kindness and a demonstration of honor. In Native American traditions a blanket is used to create and seal relationships. The firm pressure of a blanket activates the nervous system and releases
serotonin – a chemical in the body that helps us feel calm and also helps to release melatonin, which is a natural sleep hormone that helps prepare us to sleep. The blankets in this collection will provide a variety of opportunities to wrap those you love in comfort.

NOTE: This blanket is easily adaptable to a variety of sizes. Using smaller yarn or casting on fewer stitches will result in a lovely option.

SIZES: Baby (Small, Medium (Square), Large, XL): Stroller (Receiving, Lapghan, Throw, Afghan)
MEASUREMENTS: 23.75 x 30 (30.5 x 40, 37.25 x 37.25, 41.75 x 50, 50.75 x 65)”/60.5 x 76 (77.5 x 101.5, 94.5 x 94.5, 106 x 127, 129 x 165) cm

YARN: Knit Picks Wool of the Andes Bulky (137 yards/125 m = 100 grams 100% Peruvian Highland Wool): 430 (740, 840, 1260, 1990) yards
NOTE: Worsted weight yarn is an appropriate alternative if you can achieve gauge or you understand the dimensions may be smaller

GAUGE: 14 or 16 sts x 22 rows = 4”/10 cm (4 sts and 5.5 row s per 1”/2.5 cm) in Ladder to the Sky Rib
NEEDLE: US 10 (6.0 mm) 32-inch (81 cm) circular needles depending on size chosen
NOTIONS: stitch markers, tapestry needle.
SAMPLE (Size 4 large) was knit using Knit Picks Wool of tthe Andes in colorway Cranberry using 1145 yards and weighing 836 grams