The "Georgia" Afghan

The original made by the club was quite generously sized and consisted of multiple panels. This throw is easily made all in one piece–which can make it a tad heavy as you get toward the finish, but it's still manageable– and is meant to be just the right size to keep one person toasty while napping or, better yet, reading a book! (Printable version of this page.)

needles: Your project will knit up more quickly if you use thick yarn and bigger needles. Opt for number 15, 17, or 19 circular needles.

yarn: About 980 to 1200 yards will work. Be sure to use machine-washable yarn that's soft to the touch. (Your fingers will thank you!) Visit your local yarn shop and choose something that appeals to your eyes, fingers, and Peri Pocketbook. Expect the

the pattern: A basic garter-stitch border kicks things off, and the in- terplay of knit 2 and purl 3 in the pattern creates a nice blocky texture and adds visual interest to the blanket.

Check out the scarf pattern from The Friday Night Knitting Club for detailed directions about basics such as how to cast on, how to knit or purl, and how to cast off.

Cast on 90 stitches.

Knit 10 rows.

Then follow the pattern like so:
Rows 1-10: Knit 5 (for border), knit 2, purl 3, knit 2, purl 3, knit 2, purl 3, knit 2, purl 3, knit 2, purl 3, knit 2, purl 3, knit 2, purl 3, knit 2, purl 3, knit 2, purl 3, knit 2, purl 3, knit 2, purl 3, knit 2, purl 3, knit 2, purl 3, knit 2, purl 3, knit 2, purl 3, knit 2, purl 3, knit 5 (for border).

Rows 11-20: Knit 5 (for border), purl 3, knit 2, purl 3, knit 2, purl 3, knit 2, purl 3, knit 2, purl 3, knit 2, purl 3, knit 2, purl 3, knit 2, purl 3, knit 2, purl 3, knit 2, purl 3, knit 2, purl 3, knit 2, purl 3, knit 2, purl 3, knit 2, purl 3, knit 2, purl 3, knit 2, purl 3, knit 2, knit 5 (for border).

Repeat the pattern until the desired length is reached.

Knit 10 rows, and then cast off.

Keep the afghan for yourself, or donate it to a worthy cause!

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