Knitted Interlocked Hearts Baby Blanket

The Knitted Interlocked Hearts Baby Blanket is a delightful creation that showcases intricate craftsmanship and heartfelt creativity. This cozy blanket features a charming pattern of interlocked hearts, making it a perfect gift for welcoming a new baby into the world. Crafted with soft, high-quality yarn, it provides warmth and comfort for the little one. The intricate design not only adds a touch of sweetness but also showcases the dedication and skill of the artisan who made it. Imagine wrapping your precious bundle in this lovingly crafted blanket, creating memories that will be cherished for years to come. The Knitted Interlocked Hearts Baby Blanket is not just a piece of fabric - it's a symbol of love and care, perfect for creating special moments with your little one.

Size:
Approximately 27 x 37 inches

Materials:
400 grams/940 yards worsted weight yarn
Size 8 US (5 mm) circular needles at least 24 inches long
Size 10½ (6.5 mm) circular needles at least 24 inches long

Gauge:
17 sts=4 inches over pattern stitch with larger needles

Instructions

Note: CO enough sts to have 5 stitches at either side of blanket in garter stitch and enough pattern stitches to equal approximately 27 inches in width total. The pattern repeat is a multiple of 12 stitches plus 9.Using smaller needles, CO 115 sts.
Work 9 rows (5 ridges) in garter stitch (knit every row). The piece should measure about 1¼ inches.
Change to larger needles and work as follows; the first and last five stitches are done in garter stitch:

Row 1 (RS): K5, P4, K1, *P11, K1; rep from * across, end P4, K5
Row 2: K8, P3, *K9, P3; rep from * across, end K8
Row 3: K5, P3, K3, *P9, K3; rep from * across, end P3, K5
Row 4: K7, P5, *K7, P5; rep from * across, end K7
Row 5: K5, P1, K7, *P5, K7; rep from * across, end P1, K5
Row 6: K5, P9, *K3, P9; rep from * across, end K5
Row 7: K14, *P3, K9*; rep from * across, end K5
Row 8: Repeat Row 6
Row 9: K9, P1, *K4, P3, K4, P1; rep from * across, end K9
Row 10: K6, P2, K3, P2, *K2, P1, K2, P2, K3, P2; rep from * across, end K6
Row 11: K5, P10, *K1, P11*; rep from * across, end last rep K1, P10, K5
Row 12: Rep Row 7
Row 13: Rep Row 6
Row 14: Rep Row 5
Row 15: Rep Row 4
Row 16: Rep Row 3
Row 17: Rep Row 2
Row 18: Rep Row 3
Row 19: K8, P3, *K4, P1, K4, P3*; rep from * across, end K8
Row 20: K5, P2, K2, P1, K2, *P2, K3, P2, K2, P1, K2*; rep from * across, end P2, K5Repeat these 20 rows until blanket is the size you want. Change to smaller needles and knit 9 rows (5 ridges) in garter stitch (knit every row). BO.