Fly Away

Description

No matter how tiny they are now, one day they will grow up and fly away!
 Inspired by flying geese quilt motifs, this modern geometric blankie
is perfect for a new addition or a grown baby flying off to college.

Finished Measurements:
Blocks are 7.5” square, and the border is 0.75” wide.
The size is
adjustable, and the 16-square blanket shown measures 31.5” square.

Gauge:
19 sts & 40 rows / 4” in garter stitch

Materials:

• DK weight yarn:
• •  Per Square: MC: 60 yds, CC (in many colors): 20
    yds for 16 squares;
  •  Total: MC: 960 yds, CCs: 320 yds total plus 150 yds total
    edging (sample uses 2 colours)
• US#7 / 4.5mm needles straight or circular
  needles for blocks, 1-2 long circular needles required for edging

Pattern Includes:
Written instructions, schematic, layout options

Skill Level: Beginner