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Petit Prince

Knitted blanket for baby in DROPS Merino Extra Fine. Piece is worked in textured pattern. Theme: Baby blanket

DROPS Baby 18-16
DROPS design: Pattern me-026-by
Yarn group B
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SIZE:
Piece measures approx. Width = 64 cm = 25 1/4" Length = 82 cm = 32 1/4"

MATERIALS:
DROPS MERINO EXTRA FINE from Garnstudio (belongs to yarn group B)
400 g color 01, off white

KNITTING GAUGE:
20 stitches in width and 32 rows vertically in stockinette stitch = 10 x 10 cm = 4” x 4”.

NEEDLES:
DROPS CIRCULAR NEEDLE SIZE 4,5 mm = US 7
Needle size is only a suggestion! If you have too many stitches on 10 cm = 4” switch to a larger needle size. If you have too few stitches on 10 cm = 4” switch to a smaller needle size.
Categories:
Baby Baby Blankets
Keywords:
patchwork relief seed st

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Alternative Yarn – See how to change yarns here
Yarn Groups A to F – Use the same pattern and change the yarn here
Yarn usage using an alternative yarn – Use our yarn converter here

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DROPS Merino Extra Fine
DROPS Merino Extra Fine
100% Wool
from 4.55 $ /50g
Get the yarn to make this pattern from 36.40$.

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Pattern instructions

NOTE: This pattern is written in American English. All measurements in charts are in cm. For conversion from inches to cm - click here. There are different terms for crocheting in American and British English. If this pattern includes crochet, click for "crochet terms" here. For this pattern in British English, please click here.
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EXPLANATION FOR THE PATTERN:

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GARTER STITCH (back and forth):
Knit all rows.
1 ridge vertically = knit 2 rows.

PATTERN:
See diagrams A.1 to A.4.
NOTE! If a diagram is finished from right side, start first row on next diagram from wrong side. Pay extra attention that the diagrams show the pattern seen from right side.

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START THE PIECE HERE:

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BLANKET:

To fit in all stitches work blanket back and forth on circular needle.
Cast on 128 stitches with Merino Extra Fine on circular needle size 4,5 mm = US 7.

Work 3 ridges in garter stitch over all stitches.
Continue with 4 stitches in garter stitch on each side and PATTERN – read explanation above, on the middle 120 stitches as follows:
Work A.3 for approx. 8 cm = 3 1/8" - adjust after a whole repeat or half a repeat.
REMEMBER THE KNITTING GAUGE!
Then work A.4 one time (= 5 rows)
Work A.1 for approx. 11 cm = 4 3/8" – adjust after a whole repeat or half a repeat.
Then work A.4 one time (= 5 rows)
Work A.2 for approx. 8 cm = 3 1/8".
Then work A.4 one time (= 5 rows)
Work A.3 for approx. 16 cm = 6 1/4" - adjust after a whole repeat or half a repeat.
Then work A.4 one time (= 5 rows)
Work A.1 for approx. 11 cm = 4 3/8" – adjust after a whole repeat or half a repeat.
Then work A.4 one time (= 5 rows)
Work A.2 for approx. 8 cm = 3 1/8".
Then work A.4 one time (= 5 rows)
Work A.3 for approx. 8 cm = 3 1/8" - adjust after a whole repeat or half a repeat.
Then work 3 ridges in garter stitch over all stitches on row. Piece now measures approx. 82 cm = 32 1/4" – bind off.

This pattern has been corrected.

Updated online: 08.10.2020
Correction: Diagrams have been renamed from M to A. Pattern has also been updated to make it easier to read.

Diagram

All measurements in charts are in cm.

symbols = K from RS, P from WS
symbols = P from RS, K from WS
diagram
Do you have a question? See a list of frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Knitting tension is what determines the final measurements of your work, and is usually measured per 10 x 10 cm. It is provided like so: number of stitches in width x number of rows in height - eg: 19 stitches x 26 rows = 10 x 10 cm.

The knitting tension is very individual; some people knit/crochet loosely while others work tightly. You adjust the knitting tension with the needle size, which is why the suggested needle size only serve as a guide! You need to adjust this (up or down) to ensure that YOUR knitting tension matches the knitting tension provided in the pattern. If you work with a different knitting tension than provided you will have a different yarn consumption, and your work will have different measurements than what the pattern suggests.

The knitting tension also determines which yarns can replace each other. As long as you achieve the same knitting tension you can replace one yarn with another.

See DROPS lesson: How to measure your tension/gauge

See DROPS video: How to make a gauge tension swatch

The required amount of yarn is provided in grams, eg: 450 g. To calculate how many balls you’ll need you first need to know how many grams are in 1 ball (25g, 50g or 100g). This information is available if you click on the individual yarn quality on our pages. Divide the amount required with the amount of each ball. For example, if each ball is 50g (the most common amount), the calculation will be as follows: 450 / 50 = 9 balls.

The important thing when changing from one yarn to another is that the knitting/crochet tension remains the same. This is so that the measurements of the finished piece will be the same as on the sketch provided. It is easier to achieve the same knitting tension using yarns from the same yarn group. It is also possible to work with multiple strands of a thinner yarn to achieve the knitting tension of a thicker one. Please try our yarn converter. We recommend you to always work a test swatch.

Please NOTE: when changing yarn the garment might have a different look and feel to the garment in the photo, due to individual properties and qualities of each yarn.

See DROPS lesson: Can I use a different yarn than the one mentioned in the pattern?

All our yarns are categorised into yarn groups (from A to F) according to thickness and knitting tension – group A contains the thinnest yarns and group F the thickest. This makes it easier for you to find alternative yarns to our patterns, should you wish to switch yarn. All yarns within the same group have a similar knitting tension and can easily replace each other. However, different yarn qualities have different structures and properties which will give the finished work a unique look and feel.

Click here for an overview of the yarns in each yarn group

At the top of all our patterns you’ll find a link to our yarn converter, which is a helpful tool should you wish to use a different yarn than suggested. By filling in the yarn quality you wish to replace, the amount (in your size) and number of strands, the converter will present good alternative yarns with the same knitting tension. Additionally it will tell you how much you’ll require in the new qualities and whether you’ll need to work with multiple strands. Most skeins are 50g (some are 25g or 100g).

If the pattern is worked with multiple colours, every colour will have to be converted separately. Similarly, if the pattern is worked with several strands of different yarns (for example 1 strand Alpaca and 1 strand Kid-Silk) you will have to find alternatives for each, individually.

Click here to see our yarn converter

Since different yarns have different qualities and textures we have chosen to keep the original yarn in our patterns. However, you can easily find options among our available qualities by using our yarn converter, or simply pick a yarn from the same yarn group.

It is possible that some retailers still have discontinued yarns in stock, or that someone has a few skeins at home that they would like to find patterns for.

The yarn converter will provide both alternative yarn as well as required amount in the new quality.

If you think it's hard to decide what size to make, it can be a good idea to measure a garment you own already and like the size of. Then you can pick the size by comparing those measures with the ones available in the pattern's size chart.

You'll find the size chart at the bottom of the pattern.

See DROPS lesson: How to read size chart

The needle size provided in the pattern serves only as a guide, the important thing is to follow the knitting tension. And since knitting tension is very individual, you will have to adjust the needle size to ensure that YOUR tension is the same as in the pattern – maybe you’ll have to adjust 1, or even 2 needle sizes, up or down to achieve the correct tension. For this, we recommend that you work test swatches.

Should you work with a different knitting tension than the one provided, the measurements of the finished garment might deviate from the measurement sketch.

See DROPS lesson: How to measure your tension/gauge

See DROPS video: How to make a gauge tension swatch

Working a garment top-down provides more flexibility and room for personal adjustment. For example it is easier to try the garment on while working, as well as making adjustments to length of yoke and shoulder caps.

The instructions are carefully explaining every step, in the correct order. Diagrams are adjusted to the knitting direction and are worked as usual.

The diagram depicts all rows/rounds, and every stitch seen from the right side. It is read from bottom to top, from right to left. 1 square = 1 stitch.

When working back and forth, every other row is worked from the right side and every other row is worked from the wrong side. When working from the wrong side, the diagram will have to be worked reversed: from left to right, knit stitches are purled, purl stitches are knit etc.

When working in the round every round is worked from the right side and the diagram are worked from right to left on all rounds.

See DROPS lesson: How to read knitting diagrams

The diagram depicts all rows/rounds, and every stitch seen from the right side. It is worked from bottom to top, from right to left.

When working back and forth every other row is worked from the right side: from right to left and every other row is worked from the wrong side: from left to right.

When working in the round, every row in the diagram are worked from the right side, from right to left.

When working a circular diagram you start in the middle and work your way outwards, counter clockwise, row by row.

The rows usually start with a given number of chain stitches (equivalent to the height of the following stitch), this will either be depicted in the diagram or explained in the pattern.

See DROPS lesson: How to read crochet diagrams

Instructions for working several diagrams after each other on the same row/round, will often be written like so: “work A.1, A.2, A.3 a total of 0-0-2-3-4 times". This means you work A.1 once, then A.2 is worked once, and A.3 is repeated (in width) the number of times provided for your size – in this case like so: S = 0 times, M = 0 times, L=2 times, XL= 3 times and XXL = 4 times.

The diagrams are worked as usual: begin with the first row in A.1, then work the first row in A.2 etc.

See DROPS lesson: How to read knitting diagrams

See DROPS lesson: How to read crochet diagrams

The total width of the garment (from wrist-to-wrist) will be larger in the larger sizes, despite the actual sleeves being shorter. The larger sizes have longer sleeve caps and wider shoulders, so there will be a good fit in all sizes.

The measurement sketch/schematic drawing provides information regarding the full length of the garment. If it’s a jumper or a jacket the length is measured from the highest point on the shoulder (usually closest to the neckline), and straight down to the bottom of the garment. It is NOT measured from the tip of shoulder. Similarly, the length of yoke is measured from the highest point on the shoulder and down to where yoke is split into body and sleeves.

See DROPS lesson: How to read a schematic drawing

Diagrams are often repeated on the round or in height. 1 repeat is the diagram the way it appears in the pattern. If it says to work 5 repeats of A.1 in the round, then you work A.1 a total of 5 times after/next to each other in the round. If it says to work 2 repeats of A.1 vertically/in height you work the entire diagram once, then begin again at the start and work the entire diagram one more time.

Chain stitches are slightly narrower than other stitches and to avoid working the cast-on edge too tight, we simply chain more stitches to begin with. The stitch count will be adjusted on the following row to fit the pattern and measurement sketch.

The rib edge is more elastic and will contract slightly compared to, for example, stocking stitch. By increasing before the rib edge, you avoid a visible difference in width between the rib edge and the rest of the body.

It’s very easy to cast off too tightly, and by making yarn overs while casting off (and simultaneously casting these off) you avoid a too tight cast off edge.

See DROPS video: How to bind off with yarn overs (yo)

To achieve an even increase (or decrease) you can increase on, for example: every 3rd and 4th row alternately, like so: work 2 rows and increase on the 3rd row, work 3 rows and increase on the 4th. Repeat this until the increase is complete.

See DROPS lesson: Increase or decrease 1 st on every 3rd and 4th row alternately

Should you prefer to work in the round instead of back and forth, you may of course adjust the pattern. You’ll need to add steeks mid-front (usually 5 stitches), and follow the instructions. When you would normally turn and work from the wrong side, simply work across the steek and continue in the round. At the end you’ll cut the piece open, pick up stitches to work bands, and cover the cut edges.

See DROPS video: How to knit steeks and cut open

Should you prefer to work back and forth instead of in the round, you may of course adjust the pattern so you work the pieces separately and then assemble them at the end. Divide the stitches for the body in 2, add 1 edge stitch in each side (for sewing) and work the front and back pieces separately.

See DROPS lesson: Can I adapt a pattern for circular needles into straight needles?

Pattern repeats can vary slightly in the different sizes, in order to get the correct proportions. If you’re not working the exact same size as the garment in the photo, yours might deviate slightly. This has been carefully developed and adjusted so that the complete impression of the garment is the same in all sizes.

Make sure to follow instructions and diagrams for your size!

If you have found a pattern you like which is available in women’s size it’s not very difficult to convert it to men’s size. The biggest difference will be the length of sleeves and body. Start working on the women size that you think would fit across the chest. The additional length will be worked right before you cast off for the armhole/sleeve cap. If the pattern is worked top-down you can add the length right after the armhole or before the first decrease on sleeve.

Regarding additional yarn amount, this will depend on how much length you add, but it is better with a skein too many than too few.

All yarns will have excess fibres (from production) that might come off as lint or shedding. Brushed yarns (ie hairier yarns) have more of these loose, excess fibres, causing more shedding.

Shedding also depends on what is worn under or over the garment, and whether this pulls at the yarn fibres. It’s therefore not possible to guarantee that there will be no shedding

Below are some tips on how to get the best result when working with hairier yarns:

1. When the garment is finished (before you wash it) shake it vigorously so the looser hairs come off. NOTE: do NOT use a lint roller, brush or any method that pulls at the yarn.

2. Place the garment in a plastic bag and put it in your freezer - the temperature will cause the fibres to become less attached to each other, and excess fibres will come off easier.

3. Leave in the freezer for a few hours before taking it out and shaking it again.

4. Wash the garment according to the instructions on the yarn label.

Pilling is a natural process that happens to even the most exclusive of fibers. It's a natural sign of wear and tear that is hard to avoid, and that is most visible in high friction areas of your garment like a sweater's arms and cuffs.

You can make your garment look as new by removing the pilling, using a fabric comb or a pill/lint remover.

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Comments / Questions (191)

country flag Linda Lamonde wrote:

Que voulez vous dire par...ajuster après un motif?

03.03.2024 - 20:25

DROPS Design answered:

Bonjour Linda, pour conserver l'harmonie et le rythme des points fantaisie, on doit terminer un motif ou bien tricoter la moitié du motif - pour A.1 on va arrêter soit après les 6 premiers rangs (= 1 demi-motif ) soit après les 12 rangs du diagramme (1 motif complet). Bon tricot!

04.03.2024 - 09:43

country flag Annett wrote:

Ich stricke diese Decke schon seit mindestens 10 Jahren für Babys von Freunden, Kolleginnen und natürlich für meine Kinder. Aktuell darf ich wieder eine fertigen und ich muss einmal loswerden wie toll dieses Garn und besonders die Anleitung samt Muster ist. VIELEN DANK

27.01.2024 - 00:06

country flag Suzi Heumann wrote:

Der Großen ist gefallen. Ich stricke 120 Machen Muster A3 und nach etwa 8 cm sticke ich die 120Machen in Muster A4 aber das nur ein mal und so weiter wie beschrieben. Ist ja ganz leicht .

10.09.2023 - 18:45

country flag Suzi Heumann wrote:

Es tut mir so leid dass ich schon den Anfang nicht verstehe, wenn ich 120 Machen in den Muster stricken soll und dann die angegeben Mustersätze nehme komme ich nur auf 84 Machen. Wo bitte ist mein Denkfehler ?

09.09.2023 - 11:41

DROPS Design answered:

Liebe Frau Heumann, die Diagramme wiederholen Sie in der Breite zwischen den beidsetigen 4 Maschen krausrechts: A.3 (4 Maschen) wird 30 Mal in der Breite wiederholt, A.1 (12 Maschen) wird 10 Mal in der Breite wierdeholt und A.2 (6 Maschen) wiederholen Sie 20 Mal in der Breite - oder habe ich Ihre Frage misverstanden?

11.09.2023 - 09:07

country flag Noel wrote:

Hi, I finished the last row of A.3 which is a back of the work row (left to right on the diagram). Now for A.4 I will start on the right side of the work and purl five rows. The last row of A.4 will be a front of the work row (right to left on the diagram). When starting A.1 I will knit six stitches, purl six stitches etc. on a back of the work row (left to right on the diagram. Is that right? Not sure why I'm so confused by this. Thanks for you help. Noel

14.04.2023 - 00:31

DROPS Design answered:

Hi Noel, A.4 is worked in garter stitch (knitted from both the right and wrong side) so it does not matter whether you begin this diagram from the right or the wrong side. After A.3, A.4 is started from the right side, then A.1 from the wrong side, A.4 from the wrong side and A.3 from the right side etc. Hope this helps and happy knitting!

14.04.2023 - 06:54

country flag Noel wrote:

Hi, I finished the last row of A.3 which is a back of the work row (left to right on the diagram). Now for A.4 I will start on the right side of the work and purl five rows. The last row of A.4 will be a front of the work row (right to left on the diagram). When starting A.1 I will knit six stitches, purl six stitches etc. on a back of the work row (left to right on the diagram. Is that right? Not sure why I'm so confused by this. Thanks for you help. Noel

14.04.2023 - 00:29

DROPS Design answered:

Dear Noel, if your first row in A.1 should be a row from WS then you will start reading diagram from the left towards the right (= K6, P6). And then on next row from RS read diagram from the right towards the left. Happy knitting!

14.04.2023 - 08:01

country flag Henny Grootenboer wrote:

Goedemorgen. Ik brei dit dekentje op 2 naalden en ben aangekomen bij het patroongedeelte A4, maar begrijp dit niet goed. Het zijn 5 naalden. Is dit: 1e naald recht 2e naald averecht 3e naald recht 4e naald averecht 5e naald recht Dan krijg je dus gewoon een tricotgedeelte. Als ik de afbeelding goed bekijk zie ik volgens mij ribbels? Hartelijke groet, Henny

03.03.2023 - 09:57

DROPS Design answered:

Dag Henny,

De lege vakjes zijn recht aan de goede kant en averecht aan de verkeerde kant. De vakjes met een kruisje zijn averecht aan de goede kant en recht aan de verkeerde kant. Het zijn dus ribbels.

08.03.2023 - 19:57

country flag Chloë wrote:

Bonjour, j'ai déjà réalisé cette couverture il y a longtemps j'aimerais la refaire pour une amie enceinte. Combien de pelotes dois je prevoir ? J'ai encore quelques pelotes en baby merino pour aiguille 3mm, est ce que je peux les utiliser pour ce modèle ? Ou bien cela sera trop petit? Merci par avance pour la réponse. Bonne journée

04.01.2023 - 18:48

DROPS Design answered:

Bonjour Chloë, cette couverture se tricote en Merino Extra Fine (groupe B), si vous utilisez Baby Merino (groupe A), vous n'aurez pas le même échantillon et donc pas les mêmes dimensions à moins de tout recalculer en fonction de votre échantillon. Retrouvez ici tous les modèles de couvertures bébé à réaliser avec une laine du groupe A - utilisez le convertisseur si besoin. Bon tricot!

05.01.2023 - 10:52

country flag José Snijders wrote:

Het is een prachtige deken geworden. Het patroon is gemakkelijk en het kost niet veel moeite om dit te breien. Mijn zoon en schoondochter zijn heel blij met de deken. Ik gebruikte Drops Paris kleur 63 woestijnroos. Ik weet niet hoe ik een foto moet uploaden anders had ik dat gedaan. Echt een geweldige deken!

21.10.2022 - 12:00

country flag Line wrote:

Est-ce que l'on peut se fier aux instructions ou je dois faire la couverture selon les corrections. Si l'on prend les corrections ajoutées, ça commence à quel endroit dans la confection ? Merci !

27.07.2022 - 05:10

DROPS Design answered:

Bonjour Line, les explications et les diagrammes sont corriges directement sur le site du modele. Bon tricot!

27.07.2022 - 21:30