Stella Quilt Blanket

Also Available: [Stella Quilt Cushion][1] [Stella Quilt Expansion][2] If you purchase both Cushion and Blanket Patterns, you can get the Expansion for free. This works retrospectively, you don't have to purchase all patterns at the same time. Discount applies automatically. ---------------------------------- For more information and FAQ for the Stella Quilt Patterns, you can watch this [video][3]  ---------------------------------- **Gauge** 21 sts x 42 rows = 10 x 10cm / 4 x 4” Garter Stitch worked flat, blocked **Yarn** DK or Fingering/4ply held double **Needles** 4mm straight or circular needle, or needle required to meet gauge **Accessories** embroidery needle, scissors, pattern includes printable planning sheets. **Difficulty** Intermediate. Experience with picking up stitches and short rows advised though full instructions are given along with diagrams and a video tutorial. You will need to be confident in the following techniques: Working flat Picking up stitches German Short Rows Increasing Decreasing **Sizes** Please see the diagram in the image section for approximate sizes. The pattern includes stitch counts for small and large motifs. The sample shown is Throw Rectangle size using Large Motifs. Baby size blankets can be achieved with Lap sizes using small motifs. **Modular Construction** Starting at the bottom right corner, the first motif is worked. The next motif is then added to one side of the previously worked motif using joining methods described. Continue adding motifs in your chosen order until blanket is complete. This method is great if you don’t like seaming however your project will be a lot less portable and turning the work can become difficult and a strain on the wrists. **Seamed Construction** Each motif is worked separately and then seamed together using knitting needle or crochet hook, no hand sewing here! This method is great if you’re not sure which order you’d like to place your motifs and you’d like a more portable project. **Gauge and yarn** It is important to make sure you have the correct gauge, otherwise you may run out of yarn, fortunately you can use your base square as a gauge swatch. Ultimately, you can work this blanket at any gauge, however if you intend to use your yarns in the way described, you will need to match the given gauge or modify the stitch counts accordingly (guidance given throughout). **Yarn Amounts** The small size motifs have been designed to make the most of 10-20g mini skeins and small scraps. The large motifs have been designed to make the most of your single 100g fingering or DK weight skeins, along with scrap and advent yarns. The order in which you place your motifs is completely up to you and will make a truly unique heirloom blanket for you to enjoy and pass on. For approximate yarn amounts for each motif, see the photos section. [1]: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/stella-quilt-cushion [2]: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/stella-quilt-expansion [3]: https://youtu.be/miNAhAis7ao