Winter Dreamer Blanket

> Our handsome little bunny Kuro is > modeling this design and I am hopeful > it will help bring attention to a very > important cause. My daughter Zoe needs > help funding this little cuties > surgery to have his eyes removed. He’s > developed glaucoma that is severe and > has led to almost total blindness in > both eyes. His vet at WSU has > recommended this surgery to reduce his > pain. It will cost nearly $1K. Even > just sharing this post and pattern > will help us out a lot! Thank you so > much, friends! > You can also help by donating on [**Ko-fi**][2]. > Likes, comments, and shares are always > appreciated too! **Design** This design is part of my [**Dreamer Collection**][3]. This bulky blanket is wonderfully squishy, worked in a unique cable that creates a stretchy 4X1 rib. Worked up on large needles with 2 strands of worsted/aran weight yarn. Alternatively, you can hold a single strand of chunky/bulky weight yarn. Pattern is written in THREE sizes. (see below) All repeats appear in bold text throughout pattern. The pattern is charted and also includes separate written instructions. **Finished Measurements (blocked)** **Small:** 32"/81 cm x 48"/122 cm **Medium:** 46"/117 cm x 60"/152 cm **Large:** 60"/152 cm x 78"/198 cm **Yarn Weight** Worsted/Aran weight yarn, held double OR a single strand of Chunky/Bulky weight yarn ***Note: Holding worsted/aran weight double is my pro-tip when making blankets. You get the biggest bang for your buck with this weight because there’s generally lots of yardage in these skeins. Meaning fewer weave-ins and a more cost-efficient project. You can also substitute half the yardage needed with a chunky/bulky weight yarn, if you prefer.*** **Yarn** Universal Yarn [Uptown Worsted](/yarns/library/universal-yarn-uptown-worsted) in Silver Grey **Yarn Suggestions** * [Wool-Ease Worsted Weight Prints, Stripes](/yarns/library/lion-brand-wool-ease-worsted-weight-prints-stripes) * [I Love This Yarn! Solids](/yarns/library/hobby-lobby-i-love-this-yarn-solids) * [Mighty Stitch](/yarns/library/knit-picks-mighty-stitch) * [Red Heart With Love][3] **Approximate Yardage** ***Note: Yardage needed does NOT include a gauge swatch.*** Total yardage with **WORSTED/ARAN** held double: **Small:** 1,460 yards/1,335 meters **Medium:** 2,610 yards/2,387 meters **Large:** 4,430 yards/4,051 meters Total yardage with one strand of **CHUNKY/BULKY**: **Small:** 740 yards/677 meters **Medium:** 1,305 yards/1,193 meters **Large:** 2,215 yards/2,025 meters **Needles** US 15/10 mm 40”/102 cm Circular needle for working back & forth **Notions** Stitch Markers for repeats, if desired Tapestry Needle **Gauge** ONE repeat worked in cable pattern, blocked 10 stitches & 20 rows = 3.5”/8.9 cm x 6”/15 cm ***Note: Swatch instructions are given in pattern.*** **Techniques Used** * Working back and forth on a long circular needle * Simple cables (explained in pattern) * Slipped stitches (explained in pattern) * Reading from a chart or written instructions **PATTERN DIFFICULTY** Adventurous Beginner [1]: https://www.ravelry.com/stores/whiletheyplay-designs [2]: https://ko-fi.com/kalurah [3]: https://www.ravelry.com/bundles/dreamer-bundle