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This is the worsted weight yarn detail page for the Boardwalk Ripple Edged Afghan.  The complete pattern is on this page.

This one repeat sample measures 4.75 inches wide by 5 inches high and was made using worsted weight yarn with size 9 (5.5mm) needles. This is a front and back view.

The following chart gives the number of stitches to cast on for the number of repeats, as well as approximate finished size and yarn requirements.

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Number of Repeats|Cast on|Width in inches|Ounces per half foot in length|Yards per half foot in length~
1|24|4.75|0.36|22.95~
2|48|9.5|0.72|45.9~
3|72|14.25|1.08|68.85~
4|96|19|1.44|91.8~
5|120|23.75|1.8|114.75~
6|144|28.5|2.16|137.7~
7|168|33.25|2.52|160.65~
8|192|38|2.88|183.6~
9|216|42.75|3.24|206.55~
10|240|47.5|3.6|229.5~
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The pattern instructions are on this page.

This is the sport weight yarn detail page for the Boardwalk Ripple Edged Afghan.  The complete pattern is on this page.

This one repeat sample measures 3.5 inches wide by 4 inches high and was made using sport weight yarn with size 7 (4.5mm) needles. This is a front and back view.

The following chart gives the number of stitches to cast on for the number of repeats, as well as approximate finished size and yarn requirements.

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Number of Repeats|Cast on|Width in inches|Ounces per half foot in length|Yards per half foot in length~
1|24|3.5|0.15|13.8~
2|48|7|0.3|27.6~
3|72|10.5|0.45|41.4~
4|96|14|0.6|55.2~
5|120|17.5|0.75|69~
6|144|21|0.9|82.8~
7|168|24.5|1.05|96.6~
8|192|28|1.2|110.4~
9|216|31.5|1.35|124.2~
10|240|35|1.5|138~
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The pattern instructions are on this page.

This is the doubled worsted weight yarn detail page for the Boardwalk Ripple Edged Afghan.  The complete pattern is on this page.

This one repeat sample measures 8 inches wide by 8.5 inches high and was made using two strands of worsted weight yarn with size 15 (10mm) needles. This is a front and back view.

The following chart gives the number of stitches to cast on for the number of repeats, as well as approximate finished size and yarn requirements.

[grid width=”600″ cols=”150,*,*,*,*”]
Number of Repeats|Cast on|Width in inches|Ounces per half foot in length|Yards per half foot in length~
1|24|8|0.92|58.65~
2|48|16|1.84|117.3~
3|72|24|2.76|175.95~
4|96|32|3.68|234.6~
5|120|40|4.6|293.25~
6|144|48|5.52|351.9~
7|168|56|6.44|410.55~
8|192|64|7.36|469.2~
9|216|72|8.28|527.85~
10|240|80|9.2|586.5~
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The pattern instructions are on this page.

This is the bulky weight yarn detail page for the Boardwalk Ripple Edged Afghan.  The complete pattern is on this page.

One repeat measures 5.75 inches wide and was made using bulky weight yarn with size 10.5 (6.5mm) needles. This is a front and back view.

The following chart gives the number of stitches to cast on for the number of repeats, as well as approximate finished size and yarn requirements.

[grid width=”600″ cols=”150,*,*,*,*”]
Number of Repeats|Cast on|Width in inches|Ounces per half foot in length|Yards per half foot in length~
1|24|5.75|0.53|23.85~
2|48|11.5|1.06|47.7~
3|72|17.25|1.59|71.55~
4|96|23|2.12|95.4~
5|120|28.75|2.65|119.25~
6|144|34.5|3.18|143.1~
7|168|40.25|3.71|166.95~
8|192|46|4.24|190.8~
9|216|51.75|4.77|214.65~
10|240|57.5|5.3|238.5~
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The pattern instructions are on this page.

This pattern is very simple with just a four row repeat, but creates a very dramatic effect.  It also works well for any weight yarn or even doubling yarn for a quick and thick throw.  The horizontal and diagonal lines make it look like a boardwalk, such as Coney Island. The pattern is actually rippled throughout, but it is only really visible on the lower and upper edges.

This is not designed as a reversible pattern, but the back side is attractive enough that a single column of the pattern makes an excellent scarf.  Two or three repeats can make a table runner or shawl.

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For sample pictures front and back in different yarn weights with guides for finished widths, amounts of yarn and numbers of cast on stitches, see these pages for yarn weight~
sport~
worsted~
bulky~
doubled worsted~
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The following chart gives gauge and needle size information for the various yarn weights.

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Yarn Weight|Needle Size – US|Needle Size – Metric|Gauge – stitches in 4 inches|Gauge – rows in 4 inches~
Doubled Worsted|15|10mm|10|12~
Bulky|10.5|6.5mm|13|18~
Worsted|9|5.5mm|16|22~
Sport|7|4.5mm|20|26~
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Abbreviations:

k = knit
p = purl
k2tog = knit two together
ssk = slip slip knit: Slip two knit-wise. Insert left needle into front of both slipped stitches and knit.
km1 = knit-make one: Move yarn to back. With left needle pick up thread between last and next stitch inserting front to back. With right needle knit back loop.
pm1 = purl-make one: Move yarn to front. With left needle pick up thread between last and next stitch inserting front to back. With right needle purl back loop.
ws = wrong side

Pattern:

Cast on a multiple of 24 stitches.  The directions for each row should be repeated across the row.

Row 1 (WS): K3, (k1, p1) three times, k6, (p1, k1) three times, k3

Row 2: K3, km1, (p1, k1) twice, p1, k2tog, k4, ssk, (p1, k1) twice, p1, km1, k3

Row 3: K3, (p1, k1) three times, k6, (k1, p1) three times, k3

Row 4: K3, pm1, (k1, p1) twice, k1, k2tog, k4, ssk, (k1, p1) twice, k1, pm1, k3

Row 5: P3, (k1, p1) three times, p6, (p1, k1) three times, p3

Repeat rows 2-5 to desired length. Then do rows 2 through 4 and 1 (cast off on this row).

This blanket has a twist on the traditional ripple blanket. It can be made in a solid color, a variegated yarn, or any number of colors.  It can also be made with most yarn weights or even using two strands for a quick and thick throw.

The example in the photos was made with a size H (5mm) crochet hook and Lion Brand Pound of Love yarn. Color A is Bubble Gum and Color B is Pastel Pink. Color bands are 5 rows tall, and the color A is used for first five rows and last five rows.

Lap Blanket/Baby Blanket:
Finished blanket is 28.5″ by 29.25″
Chain 131
6.5 oz color A
5.2 oz color B

Throw:
Finished blanket is 36.5″ by 48.75″
Chain 167
10.4 oz color A
9.1 oz color B

Size Chart:

[grid width=”600″ cols=”100,*,100,*,*”] Size|Width (Inches)|Length (Inches)|Ounces of yarn|Yards of yarn~ Extra Small|29|38.67|14.93|950.67~ Small|32.98|43.98|19.32|1229.87~ Medium|36.97|49.29|24.27|1544.96~ Large|40.95|54.61|29.78|1895.96~ Extra Large|44.94|59.92|35.86|2282.85~[/grid]

Abbreviations:

ch – chain
dc – double crochet
cdc – crossed double crochet –  skip a stitch, dc in next stitch, yo, go behind that dc, insert needle through front loop of skipped stitch and then complete a dc
inc-cdc – increase crossed double crochet –  dc in next stitch, yo, go behind that dc, insert needle through front loop of last stitch (which already has a cdc in it) and then complete a dc
dec-cdc – decrease crossed double crochet – skip two stitches, dc in next stitch, yo, go behind that dc, insert needle in front loop of first skipped stitch and then complete a dc

Pattern:

Chain a multiple of 18 plus 5 chain stitches. Chain the following number of stitches for these sizes:

29″ = 131
33″ = 149
37″ = 167
41″ = 185
45″ = 203

Row 1: The first four chain stitches count as a double crochet in a stitch.  Dc in the 7th stitch from hook.  Yo, go behind that dc, insert needle in chain that is two before the chain with the dc and complete a dc (this is a dec-cdc). Work another dec-cdc.  * Going across the chain, make one cdc, four inc-cdc, and four dec-cdc. * Repeat between the * across the row to last 13 chains. Make one cdc, four inc-cdc, two dec-cdc and one dc.

Row 2: Chain 3 and turn (counts as a dc). Dc in the 4th stitch.  Yo, go behind that dc, insert needle in front loop of second stitch and complete a dc (this is a dec-cdc). Work another dec-cdc.  * Going across the chain, make one cdc, four inc-cdc, and four dec-cdc. * Repeat between the * across the row to last 13 stitches. Make one cdc, four inc-cdc, two dec-cdc and one dc which will be in the turning chain of the previous row.

Repeat row 2 until blanket is desired length and finish off. Weave in ends.

If seeing a chart of this would be helpful, I have a chart of two rows of one repeat here. There is also a tutorial video available here.

Edits:
4/7/14 – added link for video

[step num=”1″ pic=”http://blogs.thetucker.com/knit/files/k2p2bo1.jpg”]Cut the yarn three times the length of the ribbing. Insert the yarn needle purlwise into the first (knit) stitch. Pull the yarn through.[/step]
[step num=”2″ pic=”http://blogs.thetucker.com/knit/files/k2p2bo2.jpg”]With the yarn needle behind the two knit stitches, insert it knitwise into the first purl stitch. Pull the yarn through.[/step]
[step num=”3″ pic=”http://blogs.thetucker.com/knit/files/k2p2bo3.jpg”]With the yarn needle, slip the first knit stitch knitwise.[/step]
[step num=”4″ pic=”http://blogs.thetucker.com/knit/files/k2p2bo4.jpg”]Insert the yarn needle purlwise into the second knit stitch. Pull the yarn through.[/step]
[step num=”5″ pic=”http://blogs.thetucker.com/knit/files/k2p2bo5.jpg”]Take the yarn needle behind the knit stitch; insert it purlwise into the first purl stitch[/step]
[step num=”6″ pic=”http://blogs.thetucker.com/knit/files/k2p2bo6.jpg”]and knitwise into the second purl stitch. Pull the yarn through.[/step]
[step num=”7″ pic=”http://blogs.thetucker.com/knit/files/k2p2bo7.jpg”]With the yarn needle, slip the first knit stitch knitwise. [/step]
[step num=”8″ pic=”http://blogs.thetucker.com/knit/files/k2p2bo8.jpg”]Insert the yarn needle purlwise into the next knit stitch. Drop the first purl stitch from the left needle. Pull the yarn through.[/step]
[step num=”9″ pic=”http://blogs.thetucker.com/knit/files/k2p2bo9.jpg”]Insert the yarn needle purlwise into the first purl stitch. Pull the yarn through. Drop the stitch from the needle.[/step]
[step num=”10″ pic=”http://blogs.thetucker.com/knit/files/k2p2bo10.jpg”]Take the yarn needle behind the next two knit stitches. Insert it knitwise into the next purl stitch. Pull the yarn through.[/step]

Repeat from 3 to 10 across the ribbing.

I created this baby hat to coordinate with the crocheted baby blanket Downy-Soft Zig Zags by Carole Prior published in Leisure Arts #2853, Our Best Baby Afghans. It features elongated stitches to mimic the elongated double crochets in the blanket.

This is approximately a twelve month old sized hat.  The hat is 16″ around and 8″ long.

Gauge:
20 stitches and 26 rows = 4 inches in stockinette

Yarn:
Red Heart Designer Sport Yarn
Color A – Latte, .6 oz
Color B – Dutch Blue , .11 oz
Color C – Pistachio, .11 oz

Materials:
Size 7 (4.5mm) 40″ circular or 5 double pointed needles
Stitch marker
Yarn needle

Abbreviations:
inc – Increase: knit and purl in same stitch
k – knit
m – make stitch: with left needle, insert needle from front to back under the yarn between the previous and next stitch; knit into the back loop
kw2w – knit with two wraps: insert right needle to knit, but wrap yarn twice and pull through
kw4w – knit with four wraps: insert right needle to knit, but wrap yarn four times and pull through
dws – drop with slip: slip the stitch with the extra wraps purlwise, dropping the extra wraps. There will be a single elongated stitch.
spw – slip purlwise
* – indicates the sections that should be repeated for the round
sts – stitches

Directions:
Cast on 4 and set up to work in the round. I recommend the Magic Cast-On for Toe-Up Socks for the most seamless look.

I continued by using a 40″ circular needle beginning with 2 stitches on each needle, but the hat can also be made by moving each stitch to a double pointed needle. This is a good tutorial for knitting in-the-round on a long circular needle.

Rnd 1: inc in each (8 sts)
Rnd 2: k
Rnd 3: inc in each (16 sts)
Rnd 4: k
Rnd 5: *k, m, k2, m, k* (24 sts)
Rnd 6: k
Rnd 7: *k, m, k4, m, k* (32 sts)
Rnd 8: k
Rnd 9: *k, m, k6, m, k* (40 sts)
Rnd 10:k
Rnd 11: *k, m, k8, m, k* (48 sts)
Rnd 12: k
Rnd 13: *k, m, k10, m, k* (56 sts)
Rnd 14: k
Rnd 15: *k, m, k12, m, k* (64 sts)
Rnd 16: k
Rnd 17: *k, m, k14, m, k* (72 sts)
Rnd 18: k
Rnd 19: *k, m, k16, m, k* (80 sts)
Rnd 20: k
Rnd 21: *k2, kw2w, k4, kw4w, k2*
Rnd 22: color b *k2, dws, k2*
Rnd 23: *k2, spw, k2*
Rnd 24: *k7, spw, k2*
Rnd 25: repeat 24
Rnd 26: k
Rnd 27: *k2, kw2w, k4, kw4w, k2*
Rnd 28: color c *k2, dws, k2*
Rnd 29: *k2, spw, k2*
Rnd 30: *k7, spw, k2*
Rnd 31: repeat 30
Rnd 32: k
Rnd 33: *k2, kw2w, k4, kw4w, k2*
Rnd 34: color a *k2, dws, k2*
Rnd 35: *k2, spw, k2*
Rnd 36: *k7, spw, k2*
Rnd 37: repeat 36
Rnd 38: k

Knit 6 additional rounds.

Complete 12 rounds of k2, p2 ribbing.

Cast off.  I recommend using a yarn needle with the knit-two-purl-two-ribbing cast off method for the neatest looking finish.

Edits:
12/17/15 – replaced a broken link for Magic Loop method

My friend that coordinates the hospice projects came by yesterday, so I went ahead and gave her what I’d finished for her March batch.  I have thirteen so far!

I made this thick and quick blanket using a stash of bulky yarn.  The pattern is Christmas Cover-up by Melissa Leapman published in Leisure Arts Afghans For All Seasons Book Two.

This one is made from Caron Simply Soft yarn.  This is from my own pattern Knitted Carnival Afghan.

This one is super soft, made from plush yarn.  The pattern is Sweetheart Ripple by Kim Guzman published in Annie’s Attic Reversible Ripple Afghans.

While digging through my many tubs of yarn I found a half-made sweater from this yarn.  I knew I would never finish it, so unraveled it and made this blanket using two strands at once for a quick and thick lap blanket.  The pattern is Weekend Afghan by Melissa Leapman.

I made three more of Lyn’s Round Ripple Blankets.

I have tons of cotton thread.  I have no idea what I bought it for, but decided that lap blankets from it would be fine. This is just a basic ripple.

This is another from my own In-the-round Square Navajo Lap Blanket.

This was another unfinished sweater I found.  I just raveled out the shoulders and collar and continued the pattern to make a blanket.

I had this Lion’s Brand Homespun yarn left over from a blanket I made for charity a while back. By a complete fluke, I ended up using the same pattern to make this lap blanket, but on 10.5 size needles instead of size 15 like I used before. The pattern is Assuring by Carole Prior, published in Leisure Arts Big Book of Quick Knit Afghans.

This was a really quick one to make using two worsted weight strands and a N crochet hook.  The pattern is Winter White by Linda Luder, published in Leisure Arts Quick Crochet Afghans Book Three.

Last but not least is a new pattern I have written Crocheted Textured Reversible Lap Blanket.

I am so excited that my knitting patterns are now featured on All Free Knitting.  The site has my Knitted Carnival Afghan and Stained Glass Ripple Afghan patterns.