cuddle

a modern twist on a timeless tradition.

The Joy of "Just One More Row" Log cabin quilts have been a staple of home and heart for generations, and the Cuddle Up Baby Blanket brings that classic geometry to your knitting needles. This isn't just a blanket; it’s a rhythmic journey through color and texture. Designed with squishy garter stitch and a clever "pick up and knit" construction, this project is a "Small Win" in disguise—each new block of color feels like a fresh start, keeping you motivated from the first cast-on to the final bind-off.

Why You’ll Love Knitting This Pattern:

• No Seaming Required: If you love the look of a quilt but hate the "heavy work" of sewing pieces together, this is your project. You’ll pick up stitches as you go, creating a seamless, sturdy heirloom.

• The Ultimate "Mindful" Knit: The repetitive nature of the garter stitch allows you to soothe away the noise of a busy day. It’s the perfect companion for movie nights, coffee chats, or quiet mornings.

• Modern Color Play: While the design is traditional, the color possibilities are endless. Whether you use our signature "blues and citrus" palette or create your own custom "bloom," the result is always professional and striking.

• Softness That Lasts: Specifically designed for our Wooly Worsted 100% merino wool. It’s incredibly soft for baby’s skin and—most importantly—machine washable for the parents.

Pattern Details:

Note: This is a digital PDF download. You will receive a link to download the pattern immediately after purchase.

• Finished Measurements: 24" x 24" (61 x 61 cm) after blocking.

• Skill Level: Confident Beginner (Must be able to cast on, knit, bind off, and pick up stitches).

• Yarn Requirements: Worsted weight yarn (Wooly Worsted recommended).

  • Color A: 95 yards (1 skein)

  • Color B-F: 190 yards each (2 skeins each)

• Needles: US 10 (6 mm) 24" circular knitting needles.

• Gauge: 16 sts to 4" in garter stitch after blocking.

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Heather’s Design Note: "I’ve always been fascinated by the 'logic' of log cabin quilts. There is something so satisfying about watching the blanket grow outward from that center square. I chose Wooly Worsted for this design because the garter ridges become so plump and squishy—it’s exactly the kind of texture a baby loves to grab onto. It’s a project that reminds me that beautiful things are made one small block at a time."

See yarn and needle requirements below.

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Here's the specs:

Ewe Ewe Yarns Pattern #219

Designed by Heather Walpole

Finished measurements: 24 x 24” (61 x 61 cm) after blocking

Yarn: Ewe Ewe Yarns, Wooly Worsted, 95 yards per 50g skein, 100% merino wool yarn, #4 worsted weight
• Color A: 1 skein (40 Lemon Chiffon)
• Color B: 2 skeins (92 Wheat)
• Color C: 2 skeins (90 Vanilla)
• Color D: 2 skeins (75 Sky Blue)
• Color E: 2 skeins (78 Sapphire)
• Color F: 2 skeins (73 Midnight Blue)

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Needles: US 10 (6 mm) 24” (61 cm) circular knitting needles

Supplies: Darning needle

Gauge: 16 sts to 4” (10 cm) in garter stitch worked flat, after blocking.

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