Simple Knit & Purl Baby Blanket Knitting Pattern PDF | Easy Baby Blanket | Nursery Blanket | Digital Download

Create a beautiful handmade keepsake with this Easy Baby Blanket Knitting Pattern, designed especially for beginners and confident beginners who are ready to take the next step after mastering a simple garter stitch blanket.

Using only knit and purl stitches, this pattern creates a gorgeous basketweave-style texture that looks far more intricate than it really is. The relaxing repeat makes it an enjoyable project while producing a soft, cosy blanket perfect for newborns, prams, Moses baskets, cots and treasured baby gifts.

Whether you're knitting for your own little one, a baby shower, a christening or a special family keepsake, this timeless design is one you'll enjoy making again and again.

Pattern Features

🧶 Beginner-friendly knitting pattern
🧶 Easy-to-follow written instructions
🧶 Beautiful basketweave textured design
🧶 Soft garter stitch border to prevent curling
🧶 Relaxing, repetitive rows
🧶 Instant PDF download
🧶 Suitable for boys or girls
🧶 Easily customised to larger sizes

Finished Size

Approx. 75 x 75 cm (30 x 30 inches)

Materials Required

• DK (Light Worsted) Yarn – approximately 400–500g
• 5 mm knitting needles
• Tapestry needle
• Scissors
• Stitch markers (optional)

Skill Level

⭐ Beginner / Confident Beginner

You should know how to:

Cast on
Knit
Purl
Cast off
Perfect For

🤍 Newborn baby gifts
🤍 Baby shower presents
🤍 Nursery blankets
🤍 Pram and stroller blankets
🤍 Moses baskets
🤍 Handmade keepsakes

This blanket has been designed to be enjoyable from the very first row. The repeating basketweave pattern is easy to memorise, making it an ideal project to knit while relaxing at home or watching television. The finished result is a beautifully textured blanket that looks elegant, modern and professionally made.

If you've already completed my Simple Baby Blanket, this pattern is the perfect next project to help build your knitting confidence while learning how simple knit and purl combinations can create stunning textured fabrics.

Your Download Includes

✔ Full written knitting pattern (PDF)
✔ Materials list
✔ Stitch abbreviations
✔ Helpful knitting tips
✔ Finishing and blocking advice
✔ Customisation ideas for larger blankets

This is a digital PDF knitting pattern only. No physical item will be posted.