How to Knit a Year-Long Temperature Blanket or Scarf in 2025? Tutorial and Free Knitting Pattern!
Temperature blankets and temperature scarves are always popular projects among knitters, and for good reason! The concept is simple but meaningful: knit one row for each day of the year in a color corresponding to the temperature of that day. Whether you’re an experienced knitter or a beginner looking for a fun and colorful project, knitting a temperature blanket offers so many perks:
- It’s an easy knit project that even beginners can enjoy.
- It’s a loyal WIP (work in progress) that will always be there for cozy Knitflix nights.
- The results are full of surprises, as the multicolor design emerges with each passing day.
- It’s a wonderful stash buster—a great way to use up leftover yarn.
- Plus, it’s a long-term commitment, perfect for knitters who love a year-long knitting challenge!
For all these reasons, I knitted my first temperature blanket in 2021, and since this knitting experience was so satisfying, I might very well a new one in 2025.
Step 1: Finding Temperature Data for Your City
Before you start knitting your blanket, you’ll need to have some knowledge of the daily temperatures for your area. A simple search like “2024 temperatures [your city]” will bring up multiple websites. I like AccuWeather.com: you can search for your city, click “Monthly” and you’ll get detailed daily temperature data (note that you can switch between Celsius and Fahrenheit in your settings by clicking on the top-right menu) . You’ll see both the maximum (top) and minimum (bottom) temperatures below each day. I use the maximum temperature for my blankets, as it’s typically what we refer to when talking about the weather.
However, feel free to choose whatever method works best for you, as long as it remains consistent throughout the year. Some people use the “feels like” temperature or even their own thermometer readings at a specific time of day.
Before starting my first temperature blanket, I browsed through the 2020 temperature data for Montreal. I learned that the maximum temperature of the coldest day of 2020 was -16°C (3°F), while the warmest day reached 36°C (97°F)—the kind of weather where you can’t wear any knitted piece! This gives a thermal range of 52°C (94°F). Take note of your city’s range; you’ll need this for the next step.
Step 2: Choosing Yarn for Your Temperature Blanket
This is where the fun really begins! A temperature blanket typically calls for a rainbow of colors, with a gradient effect that reflects the gradual change in temperatures throughout the year. Many knitters use cool colors like blues and greens for cold days and warm colors like reds and yellows for the hotter ones.
For my blanket, I chose a dark and muted rainbow of heathered yarns, avoiding bright colors like red or yellow in favor of softer shades like pink and beige. You can create your own color scheme—whether that’s using the full color wheel or sticking to a more subdued palette. You can decide to use only two or three color families (blues and purples; yellows, oranges and reds; etc.), only dark or light colors, only colors with a brownish tint… You could even knit a black and white blanket with shades of grey for a more minimalist look.
You’ll also need to decide how many colors to use. Fewer colors mean each one will cover a wider temperature range, while more colors offer a finer gradient. Note that you’ll need more yardage of each color if you use only a few colors, and less yardage for each if you use many colors. For my 52°C thermal range, I used nine colors, each covering about 5–6°C.
If you’re working from stash, make sure all your colors have the same gauge and are similar in content. I recommend using DK, Aran, or worsted weight yarns. If you’re buying new yarn, look for options available in a variety of shades that will create a yarn gradient that appeals to you. I’d also look for the perfect fiber for a blanket, I’d recommend either a soft wool blend or acrylic, which are relatively cheap and they are usually available in plenty of colors. For my 2021 blanket, I used yarns from my stash: Berroco Ultra Alpaca and KnitPicks Wool of the Andes, two yarns with a natural rustic feel and a heather look. If I were to buy new yarns for this project, I’d probably get Paintbox Yarns Simply Aran which is some good old durable acrylic, Cascade 220 for a 100% wool option (or the superwash version), or an in-between option for both price and content (50/50 acrylic and wool, more expensive than acrylic but cheaper than wool): Sirdar Country Classic Worsted.
Planning your yarn yardage for a temperature blanket can be tricky since weather patterns vary each year, which means some colors may be used more than others. My top recommendation is to choose yarns that are still available for purchase—this way, you can easily buy more if needed. If you’re working from stash or using discontinued yarns, make sure to have an ample supply of each color. If you are using about 8 to 10 colors, I suggest having at least 200g of worsted weight yarn for each shade, though 300g would provide an extra safety net.
Step 3: Figuring Out Which Yarn Will Knit Which Degrees
Now that you’ve picked your yarn for your knit temperature blanket, and you know the thermal amplitude of your location, it’s time to create a temperature chart. This chart will help you keep track of which color corresponds to each temperature range as you knit your blanket.
You can jot down this chart anywhere convenient—a notebook, a file on your computer, or even a note on your phone. The key is to make sure you have it on hand for reference throughout your year-long knitting project.
How to Create Your Temperature Chart
- Determine Your Temperature Ranges: First, divide the total temperature amplitude by the number of colors you plan to use. For instance, in my case, Montreal’s temperature range for 2020 was 52°C (94°F), and I decided to use 9 colors. To find out how many degrees each color will represent, divide the amplitude by the number of colors. Here’s my calculation:
Amplitude: 52°C (94°F)
Number of colors: 9
52°C ÷ 9 = 5.78°C per color range
94°F ÷ 9 = 10.44°F per color rangeSince I didn’t get whole numbers, my temperature ranges aren’t exactly equal. Instead, I assigned a range of 5 or 6°C (or 10 or 11°F) to each color, adjusting slightly so that the extreme temperatures have broader ranges. This makes better use of yarn, as mid-range temperatures tend to be more frequent.
- Assign Colors to Each Range: Start with your coldest temperature and work your way up. Write down the color you want to use for your coldest days, and then add your “magic number” (the degrees each color will cover) to assign colors for the warmer temperatures. Here’s how my chart turned out:
Dark green: -40°C to -11°C (-40°F to 13°F)
Light green: -10°C to -5°C (14°F to 23°F)
Light blue: -4°C to 0°C (24°F to 32°F)
Medium blue: 1°C to 5°C (34°F to 43°F)
Dark blue: 6°C to 10°C (44°F to 53°F)
Burgundy: 11°C to 15°C (54°F to 63°F)
Dark pink: 16°C to 21°C (64°F to 73°F)
Light pink: 22°C to 28°C (74°F to 83°F)
Beige: 29°C and beyond (84°F and beyond)Though it’s important to stick to your chosen temperature ranges throughout the year so your temperature blanket has a unified look, it’s also okay if your temperature ranges aren’t perfectly equal. A difference of one or two degrees won’t make a huge impact on your overall project. The goal is to capture the general flow of temperatures over the year, rather than an exact scientific representation. If, like me, you live somewhere with extreme fluctuations, feel free to extend the lowest or highest range just in case—you never know when an unexpected cold front (or heatwave!) might occur.
- Stay Organized: After finalizing your chart, make sure to keep it easily accessible. Whether you prefer a digital note on your phone or a printed version to tuck into your knitting bag, this chart will become your trusty guide throughout the project. Each day, simply check the maximum temperature, refer to your chart, and knit your corresponding row in the right color. If you’re unable to knit every day, be sure to note down each day’s temperature so you can catch up later.
Step 4: Knitting Your Blanket
You have the freedom to create your temperature blanket or temperature scarf exactly as you envision it! I’ve seen all kinds of beautiful designs—garter stitch, granny squares, wave patterns, and more—and they all yield stunning results. I’m excited to share my contribution to the world of temperature blanket knitting patterns! This design features an easy 2×2 ribbing pattern, complemented by 1×1 ribbing edgings. Each row is crafted the same way, so you won’t have to worry about which side is the right side while you knit. Plus, this temperature blanket pattern is perfectly reversible, making it both practical and beautiful!
This blanket consists of exactly 390 rows, including the borders. The lower and upper borders are worked in your first color (the coldest), while the side borders are created using your current color as you knit the regular rows.
If you’d like your blanket to be square, cast on approximately 340 stitches. For a slightly longer rectangle, aim for about 280 stitches. This adjustment can also help reduce yardage if you have limited amounts of some colors. For a cozy scarf made with worsted weight yarn, I recommend casting on around 80 stitches. If you have a specific size in mind, be sure to knit a swatch first and adjust your cast-on accordingly to achieve the desired dimensions.
Another fun option is to cast on twice the number of stitches and knit two rows every day, creating a giant temperature blanket that can easily cover a king-size bed!
For the blanket as described, you’ll need roughly 1,300 yards of worsted weight yarn. Since it’s difficult to predict how much yarn you’ll need for each color in advance, ensure you have enough of each shade or that they are readily available and not discontinued.
Free Ribbed Temperature Blanket (or Scarf)
Knitting Pattern
Dimensions: 60″ x 51″ (152 cm x 130 cm) for a blanket; 60″ x 14.5″ (152 cm x 37 cm) for a scarf.
Yarn: approximately 1300 yds (1189 m) of worsted weight yarn for a blanket; 372 yds (340 m) for a scarf.
Gauge: 22 sts x 26 rows = 4″ (10 cm) in (k2, p2) ribbing.
Needles: US 8 (5 mm) long circular needles to accommodate large number of sts.
Abbreviations:
sts: stitches
CO: cast on
BO: bind off
K: knit
P: purl
Instructions:
With your first color (coldest), CO 280 sts for a blanket, 80 sts for a scarf, or any multiple of 4 sts.
Setup row: (K1, p1) over all sts.
With your first color (coldest), work Setup row 12 times total.
Next row: (K1, p1) 6 times, (k2, p2) to last 12 sts, (k1, p1) 6 times.
Blanket row: (K1, p1) 6 times, (k2, p2) to last 12 sts, (k1, p1) 6 times.
Work one blanket row every day for a year, using the color corresponding to this day’s temperature.
Ending row: (K1, p1) along.
With your first color (coldest), work Setup row 12 times total.
BO all sts in pattern.
Wash your temperature blanket by following care instructions for your yarn, and enjoy the coziness!
Step 5: How to Stay on Track
Knitting a temperature blanket is a year-long project, so staying on track can feel daunting, especially as life gets busy. But with a little planning and consistency, you’ll find it totally manageable. Here are a few tips to help you keep up with your progress:
1. Choose the Best Time for Daily Knitting:
Find a time in your daily routine that works well for your knitting. It could be in the morning over a cup of coffee, during a lunch break, or as a relaxing way to wind down in the evening. By dedicating a regular time to knit your row for the day’s temperature, you’ll stay on track without feeling overwhelmed.
2. Batch Your Rows if Necessary:
Life can get hectic, and you might not be able to knit every single day. That’s okay! Don’t feel discouraged. You can always batch-knit several rows at once. If you fall behind, just check the historical temperatures on a website like AccuWeather and knit the corresponding rows in your chart. You can also take note of the daily temperatures and knit them later. Here are some ways to stay on track with the days that are done and those that aren’t:
- Pen and notebook: write down the day and color, strike it when done.
- Excel or other stylesheet software: write down the day and color, fill the cells in gray when done.
- Some “todo” software: set up a project, add a task for each day with the date and color in the title, check it when done.
I used the latter option, using Todoist. The free version of this app works perfectly for this task. You can access it from your phone, computer, tablet… which is very convenient, and it’s easy to use.
3. Stay Organized with Yarn:
Keeping your yarn organized is a big part of staying on track. Since you’ll be using several different colors, it’s a good idea to store your skeins or balls of yarn in a tidy manner. Consider using:
- A basket or bin: This will keep all your yarn in one place, preventing tangles and making it easy to grab the right color for the day.
- Yarn labels: Label each skein or ball of yarn with the temperature range it represents. This will make your daily knitting more efficient and ensure consistency throughout the project.
4. Give Yourself Flexibility:
While knitting your temperature blanket, remember to enjoy the process. It’s okay to tweak things as needed or to add some creativity, like switching up stitch patterns for different months. The project is meant to reflect the unique climate of your area, but it’s also a personal journey. You could even add special rows to commemorate meaningful days like birthdays, holidays, or major life events.
Afterthoughts
Here are some thoughts, so you can also learn from my personal experience.
- For my next temperature blanket, I will use round numbers for my ranges… ranges of 5 or 10 degrees. For my first temperature blanket, I made the ranges work for the colors I had on hand. Next time, I’ll make my colors work for the ranges I want. Why? Because it’s so much easier to remember, both while knitting and once the blanket is finished. A few years later, you won’t remember that the third range started at -4°C, but you might remember it if it started at -5.
- By the end of the project, you might run out of some colors. If you’re short of a color just for a few rows, use the closest color that you have on hand. It’s okay to cheat a little!
Fun Additions to Make Your Blanket Unique
In 2021, I had the joy of hosting a knit-along (KAL) with over 30 enthusiastic participants, and it was such a delightful experience! Each participant brought their own creativity to the project, contributing fantastic ideas for adding personal touches to their blankets. One knitter cleverly incorporated a white strand of yarn on snowy days, using a worsted weight white yarn that created a lovely, bulky effect when paired with her daily color. I think using a lace or fingering weight strand would work beautifully too! You might also consider adding a gray strand for those rainy days.
Another popular suggestion was to knit rows in a completely different color to commemorate birthdays and significant dates. Several knitters chose to add a special separation row in a distinct color after each month, while many were excited about the idea of embroidering the year onto the blanket’s border.
Additionally, beads and trinkets were incorporated into various blankets, placed near the edge to highlight birthdays, important milestones, and the start of new months. These creative additions not only make the blankets more personal but also transform them into cherished keepsakes!
Happy knitting!
Hi! how many stitches if I wanted to make a throw?
Thanks (:
Hello! With the same gauge (22 sts x 26 rows), I’d recommend casting-on 264 sts. The throw would be 48″ wide.
Roughly how many skeins of yarn did you purchase in total for this?
Planning for yarn is probably the hardest part of this project! I would say that for the pattern written as is, with about 8-10 different colors, 200g of worsted weight in each color should be enough, 300g would be safer.
Hi there!
Love the ribbed approach on this project, how do you treat all the different colored tails? Since you are switching colors often, do you carry the yarns along or do you weave each tail at the end of each row? That seems like the most exhausting part of the entire project 🙂
Thanks!
That’s a good question! I used a technique similar to this one, to weave in all ends while knitting. In the 1×1 ribbing edges, it’s easy to achieve but it’s not exactly as shown in the tutorial (it’s on my todo list to add a full tutorial of this technique). Basically, you’ll do as shown here, but you’ll bring the tail on the front when purling and on the back when knitting, and you’ll cross it with your working yarn at every stitch. I hope this helps!
My yarns just arrived and I can’t wait to get started! Looking forward to your video on joining in new colors and weaving in the ends.
Thank you! I hope that you’ll enjoy knitting the blanket. Life is crazy right now but I’ll definitely do the tutorial as soon as I can!
I need to check that out. I went crazy with all those ends hanging off! I wove sone in, but paid someone to do it for me. (She actually likes doing it! ??)
How I wish I could love weaving in ends hahaha I will write the tutorial someday, I promise!
ummmm…this is life changing! 🙂 I hate weaving in ends so much that I have about 10 “finished” items I don’t used because I hate weaving in ends THAT MUCH. So glad to learn this!!!!!
I’m so glad that I could help you learn a new trick! 🙂
Hi. I live in Oxfordshire and I’m all set to knit a temperature throw for 2022.
Thank you for the idea
That’s awesome! Have fun!
Hi, what method did you use to join in new color yarn on each row?
I have never done striping before so I am not sure the best way to join a new color in. Did you just end up joining and cutting each new yarn? weaving in 365 tails on each side when you were done with the final blanket?
Hi! Basically, yes, I just end up cutting the old color and joining the new one. I weave my ends in while knitting, which makes it a lot easier! However, there are a lot of times when you’ll be using the same color for a few days in a row, and sometimes you’ll have just one row made with another color, so you’ll be able to leave the old color attached to the blanket, work your row with a different color, and then pick back the previous color. I’m sure that you’ll find your own ways while knitting, but feel free to ask more questions if you need to! Good luck!
Starting planning and planning to start a throw or scarf for 2022. So to be clear, its only ONE row across for each day? Not back and forth?
Im planning on a plain garter stich with a horizontal rib to mark the begining of each month. Love to idea of adding white to snow days. I was going to knit the row in white but then I’d miss out on the coolest colours as well. Thanks!
It will be gorgeous!!! You’re correct, my pattern calls for only one row. However, in garter stitch, you might prefer to do two rows, because you’ll need more rows to achieve the same measurements in garter stitch. I suggest to decide of the approximative final measurements that you want, to make a swatch, and to calculate how many stitches and rows you’ll need to achieve your desired measurements. Good luck!
Thanks so much for your detailed instruction. Starting my throw today. Already 10 days late!
You’re welcome! 🙂 I’m sure that you’ll catch up in no time. Happy knitting!
Hi! The blanket looks lovely so far! I’m planning to work on one for 2021, since my husband and I got married last year. Out of curiosity, how long was the cord on your needles? How many stitches did you end up casting on and how wide is yours? Thanks so much! I’m really inspired by your work and your instructions are very clear and detailed!
Hi Kate! Congrats to you and your husband! It will be a great way to remember this special year. My cord is 100 cm (40″). I casted on 280 sts. The blanket is approx. 51″ wide at the moment, and it will be very long. If I were to make another one, would cast on more stitches. I hope this helps!
Thank you! I appreciate the tip!
What size needles did you use? My daughter and I each going to do one. We are using worsted weight yarn. Excited to start now that we have yarn. Thank you
That will be such a nice mom & daughter project! I can’t wait to knit with my daughter!
I’m using 4 mm (US 6) needles. I’m a loose knitter so you might find that 4.5 mm (US 7) gives you better results.
I am planning a temperature blanket for my daughter who is studying abroad, for every day that she’s away. I’ll give it to her when she gets home. She’ll only have been gone 300 days – not 360 – would you recommend casting on fewer than 280 stitches, to make up the difference in length?
Also, this guide was VERY helpful! I haven’t knitted anything in years, but I feel like I’ll be able to pick it right back up again. Thank you!!!
Thank you for your kind words, I’m so glad that it made you excited about knitting again!
I find that my blanket is a bit too narrow for the length, so I think that 280 stitches x 300 rows (+24 rows for the borders) would be a nice proportion, if you have the same gauge as mine. Casting-on 240 stitches would probably work nicely as well, but I wouldn’t go with less stitches than that.
When you say, “You can also CO twice the number of stitches and knit 2 rows everyday. You’ll them make a giant temperature blanket that will easily cover a king size bed..” do you mean either the 340 or the 280, depending on what dimensions you want? Or was that comment specifically aimed at one of those two CO numbers?
I’m making this for a friend, based on the year and location of their birth. Super excited (and nervous) to get started! Thanks for the great pattern, I LOVE the added texture effect.
It will be such a beautiful gift for your friend!
For a king size blanket, I would cast on about 560 stitches or more (and work 2 rows every day). I recommend to have a general idea of the size that you want to achieve, to make a swatch, and to cast-on the number of stitches required to achieve the desired dimensions. I hope this helps!
I don’t understand this gauge! Does this mean 22 sts by 26 rows should make a 4×4″ square? My gauge swatch of 22 sts across by 26 rows up is totally wrong on both sides, being about 3.5 x 4.5 inches respectively. I know you’re supposed to size up or down with your needles when your gauge is off, but it’s not like that will change the significant difference in measurements on each respective side. I’ve got a long rectangle when I think I’m supposed to have a square and I don’t know what to do about that. To clarify, I’m knitting with worsted yarn on 5mm needles.
I’m sorry we’re having different gauges! It can happen from one knitter to another, and sometimes it moves a bit when the project gets bigger, maybe that’s why we’re having such different gauges. In this case, I wouldn’t mind too much because it doesn’t have to be a specific size. However, you could decide to cast on more stitches in order to make a larger blanket. The length will be the same as mine as there’s a definite number of rows, but the number of stitches can vary.
Which brand of yarn did you end up using? I love the pics you posted but I can’t tell if it’s the ultra Alpaca
Hi Christine,
I used both Ultra Alpaca and Wool of the Andes. Dark green, light blue, medium blue and more are Ultra Alpaca. Purple, pink, light green and more are WOTA. I like the alpaca more (it’s softer and as so much squishiness!!) but WOTA is also nice and sturdy, very good value for the price. They work nicely together so I didn’t bother using only one brand. I hope this helps!
Can i use the San pattern to crochet instead of knit?
Yes! All the formulas will work for crochet too, but you may need more yardage.
What colors did u use?
Here are the colors I used:
1- Dark green (Berroco 62173 Moss): -40 to -10.1°C
2- Light green (KP Pampas Heather): -10 to -4.1°C
3- Light blue (Berroco 6278 Grey Blue): -4 to 0.9°C
4- Medium blue (Berroco 6287 Blue): 1 to 5.9°C
5- Dark blue (KP Onyx Heather): 6 to 10.9°C
6- Burgundy (Berroco 6297 And): 11 to 15.9°C
7- Dark red (KP Night Shade Heather): 16 to 21.9°C
8- Dark pink (KP Bouquet Heather): 22 to 27.9°C
9- Light pink (Berroco 62114 Tea Rose): 28 to 32.9°C
10- Beige (KP Mink Heather): 33 and +
This was so helpful to me. I didn’t know where to begin so my daughter-in-law and granddaughter helped me. I like adding a white when snowing and gray when raining. I will keep your article close by! Thank you
Hello
Im planing to make temperature blanket in 2023
Can i ask how long and width is your blanket?
Hi! At the given gauge, the blanket will be about 60″ x 51″ (152 cm x 130 cm).
thanks so much for this pattern!! I was looking for a good tempurature blanket pattern that would look good on the rs and the ws and this is exactly what I was looking for! Excited to start on mine for the year.
Thank you for your generous sharing here…your blanket is beautiful! Would you please explain if the set-up and ending rows are using the daily temperature colors or simply the coldest color, so as to create an edge? Thank you tons. Peace, Amy
Hi Amy! I’m glad to read that you appreciate this post! I’ve been using the daily temperature colors on the edges of each row, and the coldest color for the first and final few rows. Instead of working the lateral border in k1, p1 ribbing with the daily color, you could work a border on the lateral edges with the coldest color once the blanket is done, by picking up stitches on the edges. It would look great!
Hi Gabrielle,
Thank you so much for sharing the details of your beautiful blanket. I’ve been considering one for a while and your blanket and tips
Hi, thank you for your pattern. I’m thinking I might just knit one row a week and take the average high temp of the week. If I’m only doing 52 rows, roughly what size blanket would this work out to be? Would I still stick with 280 cast on? Or maybe I’d be better doing 2 rows a week? Ending up with 104 rows. Help please! Total newbie here.
Hi! With only 52 rows, at the gauge specified here (22 sts x 26 rows), it would only be 8″ long. It could work for a scarf, is you cast on a lot of stitches (about 450 sts), the 52 rows could be the width of the scarf. If you really want to make a blanket, you will need to work a lot of rows to get a correct blanket size (365 rows will give you a 56″ long blanket at this gauge). Good luck!
I finished my blanket in March or April of 2022. It’s simply gorgeous! I created an Excel Spread sheet with a column for the date, temperature, color and color number, and a check box for after I’d knitted it. Just made sure to record the temperature daily on my phone calendar, then fill in my info.
I truly loved this simple pattern. 1. It’s super easy! 2. There is no obvious front or back 3. It’s simple beautiful, providing a vertical stripes against the horizontal color stripes!
I added a 4 row break between months in a neutral-ish color. Wish I hadn’t now. For sone reason I was afraid it would be too short. ? was I wrong. It’s about 7 1/2 feet long and about 6 feet wide. No mater, I love it.
Thank you for your in depth instructions on how to coordinate temperatures, colors and yarn into a master piece!!
Wish I could send you a picture!
Congrats on finishing your blanket! The Excel Spreadsheet is an amazing idea!
I’m so glad that you enjoyed the pattern! I like the idea of adding a neutral color between each months, it’s so fun to see how everyone is customizing the pattern! If you have created a project on Ravelry, please tell me your Ravelry name, I’d love to see your blanket!
Congrats on finishing your blanket! The Excel Spreadsheet is an amazing idea!
I’m so glad that you enjoyed the pattern! I like the idea of adding a neutral color between each months, it’s so fun to see how everyone is customizing the pattern! If you have created a project on Ravelry, please tell me your Ravelry name, I’d love to see your blanket!
I cast on 280 stitches with size eight needles and worsted weight yarn and my gauge swatch I did in garter stitch showed 22 stitches equaled four inches. But my blanket unless I stretch it out is going to be very narrow. It is measuring 34 inches when not stretched out. What have I done wrong? I am getting so discouraged. I hate to think of having to do all of this work over again….
Hi! To get the proper gauge swatch, you should knit it in the same pattern as for the project, in this case in (k2, p2) ribbing. Ribbing tends to be be narrower than garter. It will stretch our when the blanket is done, so you could keep going, but you probably won’t get to the 60″ specified in the pattern. If you decide to start over, I recommend using bigger needles. Good luck!
Thank you for sharing your pattern. You have really inspired me to give this a try and I have now started my first blanket using your pattern!
Easy Anglia, UK
I decided to do my very first temperature blanket and came across this lovely pattern! My yarn order arrived yesterday and I am keen to get started!
I’m starting a temperature blanket for my daughter for the year she was born (1985). Any ideas of what I could do to highlight her birthday temperature. I’m going to do the 2×2 rib. I was thinking of adding a silver thread to the yarn but I do t know if that would stand out.
What a great idea and a beautiful heirloom it will be!
I like the idea of adding a silver thread! Working with two yarns for a specific row will definitely make it stand out, as it will be bulkier than all the other rows. Some more ideas of threads to work with your regular yarn would be a strand of mohair, a variegated colorway or a neon color in lace or fingering weight. You could also opt for using a completely different yarn for this special day, for example, a variegated or neon color in the same weight as you’re using or bigger, or something with a special texture such as chenille or roving. If you use a completely different yarn for this day, it doesn’t have to be the exact same weight as it is for just one row. You can also make a swatch to make sure that you like the final result.
I hope that you’ll find an idea that you like amongst these one! Happy knitting 🙂
What a great idea and a beautiful heirloom it will be!
I like the idea of adding a silver thread! Working with two yarns for a specific row will definitely make it stand out, as it will be bulkier than all the other rows. Some more ideas of threads to work with your regular yarn would be a strand of mohair, a variegated colorway or a neon color in lace or fingering weight. You could also opt for using a completely different yarn for this special day, for example, a variegated or neon color in the same weight as you’re using or bigger, or something with a special texture such as chenille or roving. If you use a completely different yarn for this day, it doesn’t have to be the exact same weight as it is for just one row. You can also make a swatch to make sure that you like the final result.
I hope that you’ll find an idea that you like amongst these one! Happy knitting 🙂