Knitted Grandma’s Rectangle Blanket (C2C)
Imagine a cozy, handmade blanket crafted by Grandma using the corner-to-corner (C2C) knitting technique. This rectangular blanket is not just any ordinary blanket - it is a labor of love, with each stitch carefully woven together to create a warm and comforting masterpiece. The soft yarn intertwines to form a beautiful pattern that showcases Grandma's skill and dedication to her craft. The intricate design and soothing colors make it a cherished heirloom that brings comfort and joy to all who use it. This blanket is not just a piece of fabric, but a tangible symbol of Grandma's care and affection, making it a truly special and meaningful gift to treasure for years to come.
So, how do I needle knit Grandma’s Rectangle Blanket?
Grandma’s Rectangle Blanket is worked corner to corner (C2C) in sections. (See schematic below.)
Section 1 begins at the cast on corner and is worked as a triangle by increasing on both sides. You knit this section until you reach the desired width of the short edge of your blanket.
Then you work Section 2, the middle of the blanket, on the bias. When you knit on the bias you increase on one edge while decreasing on the opposite edge. Your rows stay the same length, but they shift over as you knit. Work this section until your blanket is the desired length on the long edge.
Finally, Section 3 is the decrease section that works back down to your bind off corner. You work decreases on both edges of your knitting until you reach 4 stitches. Then simply bind off at the corner.
If you work only Sections 1 and 3 you will end with a square! These two sections are identical to Grandma’s Eyelet Blanket. It’s the middle sections that turns it into a rectangle.
MATERIALS
Yarn
Bulky (#5) weight yarn
Yarn Bee Soft & Sleek Chunky (211 yds/5 oz., 193 m/142 g) in color Sage used in sample.
Needles
US-11 (8.00 mm) – circular needle.
Knitter’s Pride Dreamz Interchangeable used in sample.
Tapestry needle
ABBREVIATIONS
K = Knit
K2tog = Knit 2 stitches together
Kfb = Knit into the front and back of the stitch
P = Purl
Pat = Pattern
Rep = Repeat
RS= Right Side
St(s) = Stitch(es)
WS= Wrong Side
YO = Yarnover
GAUGE
12 sts x 17.5 rows in 4” (10 cm) in stockinette stitch
SKILL LEVEL Easy+
MEASUREMENTS
Crib: 45” x 60” (114 x 152 cm)
Twin: 66” x 90” (168 x 227 cm)
NOTES
Use this pattern to make a rectangle blanket with any weight yarn and an appropriate needle size. All measurements and stitch counts for the listed sizes are specific to the yarn listed above.
To make a custom size:
- Work Section 1 until your blanket is the width you want for the short edge. Measure from the cast on corner to your live stitches on one edge.
- Work Section 2 until your blanket is the length you want for the long edge. Measure from the cast on corner to your live stitch on the long edge.
- Work Section 3 as written.
INSTRUCTIONS
Cast on 4 sts.
Row 1: Knit 4. [4 sts]
Row 2 (RS): K1, Kfb, k1, kfb. [6 sts]
Row 3: Knit all.
Row 4: K1, Kfb, k1, kfb, k2. [8 sts]
Row 5: Knit all.
Row 6: K2, yo, k2, yo, knit to end of row. [10 sts]
Row 7: Knit all.
Row 8: K2, yo, k2, yo, knit to end of row. [12 sts]
Row 9: K2, yo, k2, yo, knit to end of row. [14 sts]
Row 10: Knit all.
Row 11: K6. Purl to last 6 sts. K6.
Section 1: Increases
Row 12: K2, yo, k2, yo, knit to end of row.
Row 13: K2, yo, k2, yo, k2. Purl to last 6 sts. K6.
Row 14: Knit all.
Row 15: K6. Purl to last 6 sts. K6.
Repeat Rows 12-15 until you reach 158 (230) stitches or until desired length of short edge, ending after a Row 15.
Section 2: Middle (knit on the bias)
Row 16: K2, yo, k2, yo, k2tog, knit to end of row.
Row 17: K1, k2tog, yo, k1, k2tog, yo, k1, k2tog. Purl to last 6 sts. K6.
Row 18: K1, kfb, knit to end of row.
Row 19: K1, k2tog, k4. Purl to last 6 sts. K6.
Repeat Rows 16-19 until long edge measures 60” (90”) or until desired length ending after a Row 19.
Section 3: Decreases
Row 20: K1, k2tog, yo, k1, k2tog, yo. Knit to end of row.
Row 21: K1, k2tog, yo, k1, k2tog, yo, k2. Purl to last 6 sts. K6.
Row 22: K1, k2tog, k1, k2tog. Knit to end of row.
Row 23: K1, k2tog, k1, k2tog, k2. Purl to last 6 sts. K6.
Repeat Rows 20-23 until 14 sts remain.
Row 24: K1, k2tog, yo, k1, k2tog, yo. Knit to end of row.
Row 25: K1, k2tog, yo, k1, k2tog, yo, k2. Knit to end of row.
Row 26: K1, k2tog, k1, k2tog. Knit to end of row. [12 sts]
Row 27: K1, k2tog, k1, k2tog, k2. Knit to end of row. [10 sts]
Row 28: K1, k2tog, yo, k1, k2tog, yo. Knit to end of row.
Row 29: K1, k2tog, k1, k2tog. Knit to end of row. [8 sts]
Row 30: K1, K2tog, k1, k2tog. Knit to end of row. [6 sts]
Row 31: K1, k2tog, k1, k2tog. Knit to end of row. [4 sts]
Bind off remaining sts. Cut yarn and pull tail through. Weave in ends and block.