Neon Cottagecore Baby Blanket Free Pattern

Neon Cottagecore Baby Blanket Free Pattern

Create a vibrant, textured baby blanket that combines the whimsical charm of cottagecore with eye-catching neon hues. This pattern features a delightful 3D bobble stitch that adds depth and intrigue, perfect for the modern nursery.

Materials Needed

• Yarn: DK weight yarn in neon pink, neon green, neon blue, and neon yellow.
• Needles: US 8 (5mm) knitting needles.
• Gauge: 18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches in stockinette stitch.

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Cast On: Using the neon pink yarn, cast on 120 stitches onto your knitting needles.
2. Row 1 (Right Side): Knit all stitches across the row.
3. Row 2 (Wrong Side): Purl all stitches across the row.
4. Row 3:
   • Begin with *Knit 4, then make a bobble:
   • To make a bobble, knit into the front, back, front, back, front of the next stitch.
   • Turn your work, purl 5, then turn your work again.
   • Knit 5, turn your work, purl 5, turn your work again, and finally knit 5 together.
   • Repeat from * across the row.
5. Row 4: Purl all stitches across the row.
6. Rows 5-8: Repeat Rows 1 and 2 (Knit all, Purl all).
7. Row 9: Change to neon green yarn and repeat Row 3.
8. Row 10: Purl all stitches across the row.
9. Rows 11-14: Repeat Rows 1 and 2 (Knit all, Purl all).
10. Row 15: Change to neon blue yarn and repeat Row 3.
11. Row 16: Purl all stitches across the row.
12. Rows 17-20: Repeat Rows 1 and 2 (Knit all, Purl all).
13. Row 21: Change to neon yellow yarn and repeat Row 3.
14. Row 22: Purl all stitches across the row.
15. Rows 23-26: Repeat Rows 1 and 2 (Knit all, Purl all).
16. Repeat: Continue repeating Rows 3-26 until the blanket measures approximately 36 inches in length, ensuring to end with a complete set of neon yellow bobbles.
17. Bind Off: Bind off all stitches loosely in pattern to maintain the elasticity of the blanket.
18. Finishing: Weave in all ends using a tapestry needle to ensure a neat finish.

The finished baby blanket will be a vibrant, eye-catching piece with alternating neon pink, green, blue, and yellow stripes. Each stripe features rows of 3D bobble stitches that create a playful, textured surface reminiscent of a whimsical garden. Enjoy your cozy creation!