6-Day Retro Rainbow Blanket

This pattern is a variation of the classic [6-Day Kid Blanket][1], worked in the drama-free Tranquility Stripe, which features the same foundational six rows of single crochet, double crochet, and double crochet granny clusters without the characteristic chevrons of the original 6-Day Kid Blanket. The dreamy Retro Rainbow colored stripes are finished off with an adorable floating clouds border - a variation of #14 from Edie Eckman’s book “Around the Corner Crochet Borders.” There is also a baby blanket version of this pattern, the [6-Day Retro Rainbow Baby Blanket.][2] The [6-Day Retro Rainbow Blanket][3] is a resizeable throw-sized blanket made in seven colors. It is crocheted back and forth in straight rows changing color every row. The adorable stripes are finished off with a cute floating clouds edge. Show off a rainbow of color or choose seven colors of your own for the ultimate personalized blanket. Details Skill Level: Easy Skills Required: chain, single crochet, half double crochet, stacked single crochet Terminology: US with UK Conversion Chart Video Tutorial available on YouTube to help with pattern (not replace). Accompanying materials: Pride Flag Colors Yarn Guide, available with bundle. Finished Measurements 56”x78” with resize chart Materials Yarn: 3500 #4 Worsted Weight acrylic Shown in [Big Twist Value Worsted Acrylic Yarn][4] Hook: J (6.5 mm), and I (6 mm) Gauge Gauge: 13 stitches, 14 rows over 4” in sc It is not crucial to match gauge. This pattern is available for free with ads on my website. Ad-free .pdf available here, on my Shopify store (with add to Ravelry feature) and on Ravelry. Community for Pattern Support [www.bettymcknitiverse.com][5] | [www.6daycrochetgroup.com][6] | [www.bettyscommunity.com][7] ---------------------------------------------- Copyright Disclaimer All copy, photos, designs, and patterns are the intellectual property of Beth McKee Elliott aka Betty McKnit®. Publishing translations, corrections, variations, reproductions, or tutorials, in whole or part, online or elsewhere, is not permitted. © Beth McKee Elliott aka Betty McKnit ® Sale Disclaimer Items created with this pattern may be used for commercial sale with credit to Betty McKnit® in your listing. Socials: @bettymcknit Be sure to tag @bettymcknit in your social media posts so I can enjoy your beautiful creations. Affiliate Disclaimer Pattern may contain affiliate links. [1]: www.6daykidblanket.com [2]: https://bettymcknit.com/6dkbretrorainbowbabyblanket/ [3]: https://bettymcknit.com/6dkbretrorainbow/ [4]: https://tinyurl.com/RetroRainbowBigTwist [5]: www.bettymcknitiverse.com [6]: www.6daycrochetgroup.com [7]: www.bettyscommunity.com