6-Day Ridgy Didge Blanket

The wait is over for the [6-Day Ridgy Didge Blanket][1] This blanket is a variation on the classic [6-Day Kid Blanket][2] (6DKB). This textured stripe was conceptualized by Diane Kagay and members of the [6-Day Blanket Group][3] and was named by Sue McKinnon and Kati Poli. This version of the [6-Day Ridgy Didge Blanket][4] is written to give you options for creating a custom 6-Day Crochet blanket with the Ridgy Didge stripe. Details US Terminology with UK Conversions provided Finished Size: 62” x 79 - Resize Chart included Gauge: Variable - shown in Worsted Weight Skill Level: Easy Yarn 5316 yards of #4 Worsted Weight yarn Shown in [Lion Brand][5] Re-Spun) (aff) in six colors, yardage divided as follows: 1000 yards in each of the following four colors: Color A Fjord, Color B Cranberry, Color C Heliotrope, Color D Sahara, 658 yards in each of the following two colors: Color E Dark Denim, Color F Amber Hook I (5.5 mm) and J (6 mm), or appropriate hook for your yarn What’s the difference between this pattern and the original 6DKB? Size - the original blanket was toddler size, this pattern makes a large blanket and is adaptable to any size and any weight of yarn. Yarn Weight - The original blanket used chunky weight yarn, this pattern uses #4 Worsted Weight but can be adapted to any yarn. Edge and Border - this pattern has instructions for an edge and a custom border, the original only gave instructions for tassels. Stitches: this pattern uses the same six rows of stitches that the 6-Day Kid Blanket uses with color changes on a different row and textured stitches added. Straight top and bottom: The original started and ended with chevrons, this blanket has options to start and end with a straight edge with optional instructions for chevron start. [1]: https://www.bettymcknit.com/6dkbridgydidge [2]: https://www.bettymcknit.com/6daykidblanket [3]: https://www.6daycrochetgroup.com [4]: https://www.bettymcknit.com/6dkbridgydidge [5]: https://www.tinyurl.com/bettyslby