You big softie, you! Here’s just the blanket to make you feel better when a hug from Mom isn’t close enough. Size: 38†wide x 45†length as knit, 48†x 60†after washing and blocking Yarn: 7 skeins of lightly-spun Morehouse Merino Bulky (115 yards per skein) Needle: 32†or longer circular needle #13 The throw is knit back and forth, but circular needle will accommodate the large number of stitches in bulky yarn more comfortably Gauge: About 2½ stitches = 1 inch as knit over seed stitch pattern (before washing & blocking)
