My Keepsake Blanket 2026 is a simple blanket with the year 2026 and hearts in garter stitch. Celebrate the new addition to the family with a blanket that can be kept as a lovely keepsake.
The blanket is knitted back and forth. The pattern has detailed row-by-row instructions and also charts, if you would like to use them alongside.
Skill level: Easy
Needles: 4 mm (US 6)
Yarn requirements: 250 g / approx. 574 yd (yardage based on Drops Merino Extra Fine)
Yarn suggestions: Drops Merino Extra Fine, Debbie Bliss Rialto DK or Cascade 220 Superwash Merino
You can use any other yarn as long as you match the tension.
1 ball of Drops Merino Extra Fine = 50 g / 105 m (115 yd).
Tension: 20 stitches x 28 rows = 10 x 10 cm (4 x 4 in) on 4 mm (US 6) needles
