Free knitting patterns for blankets and afghans knit with an 8 row repeat. Many of the patterns are free. Updated 2/22/25
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Free Patterns
Cozy Cable Throw
May only be free for a limited time. Lovely cable and lace blanket knit with an 8 row repeat. Bulky weight yarn. Designed by Knit On Designs by Deb Buckingham.
Billowy Quilted Blanket
Easy blanket knit with an 8 row repeat diamond texture of knit and purl stitches that makes it extra squishy and cozy. Lapgan and throw sizes. Chunky weight yarn. Web pattern is free. A printable pdf is available on Etsy. Designed by Jessica Reeves Potasz at Mama In A Stitch. A kit is also available.
Harvest Throw
Easy beginner level afghan blanket knit with an 8 row zigzag texture using just knit and purl stitches and optional reading from a stitch chart. Bulky weight yarn. Web pattern is free. A printable pdf is available for purchase. Designed by Alexandra Tavel of Two of Wands. A kit is also available.
- Get the free knitting pattern - Web version - scroll to bottom of target page
- Purchase a printable pdf
- Get the kit at Lion Brand
Pescadero Waves Blanket
Rippled stripes in 5 colors and an 8 row repeat were inspired by ocean waves. DK or Fingering weight yarn. Designed by Heather Linebarger.
Cozy Cables Throw Blanket
Easy blanket knit with simple cables alternating with diagonal knit/purl texture in an 8 row repeat. Designed by Leelee Knits. Worsted weight yarn. Web version is free.
Dancing Cable Afghan
Gorgeous afghan with 3 different cables including Elongated Chain Cable, 8 row Plait Cable, and 30 row Dancing Cable. Written instructions or charts. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Kathy Zimmerman for Lion Brand.
Ascending Braid Blanket
Columns of 8 row repeat cables on a garter stitch background make a unique throw. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Yarnspirations Design Studio.
More Free Patterns
Basket Weave Blanket
Knit and purl your way to create a wonderful woven look with an 8 row repeat. Quick knit in Super Bulky weight yarn. Size Approx 46" x 59” [117x 150cm]. Designed by Bernat. A kit is also available.
Woodland Afghan
Colorful throw blanket knit in 9 strips, each strip of 10 blocks of color worked in an 8 row Slip Stitch pattern separated by rows of Garter stitch. Designed for 9 colors, it's a great stash buster for left over yarn. Finished Measurements: About 48 x 52 in. (122 x 132 cm). Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Irina Poludnenko for Lion Brand.
Woven Ladders Throw
Easy blanket knit with an 8 row repeat slipped stitch pattern that showcases gradient or self-striping yarn. Finished Measurements: 48" x 44". Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Teresa Chorzepa.
Cabled Afghan
Easy striped cabled blanket knit with an 8 row repeat cable and 6 colors so it's perfect for stash busting. Size: About 45 x 60 in. (114.5 x 152.5 cm). Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Lion Brand. A kit is also available.
Rhythmic Wave Blanket
Two color blanket knit with an 8 row repeat wavy lace. DK weight yarn. Designed by Knitting Unlimited.
Alexander Blanket
Easy color blocked blanket knit with an 8 row repeat Basket Weave texture bordered with seed stitch. Two sizes: Baby blanket and throw. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Amanda Tozzi - Cuddle Bunny Knits for Hobbii Design. A kit is also available.
Pie Crust Basketweave Blanket
Easy blanket knit in an 8 row repeat basketweave stitch. Suitable for beginners. Size 30” wide x 34” high. Worsted weight yarn. Designed by Cascade Yarns® Design Team.
Chasing Cables Throw
Patchwork blanket created with blocks knit in 8 row repeat cables on seed stitch. Designed by Premier Yarns Design Team. Chunky weight yarn. A kit is also available.
Quilted Blanket
Easy throw with a lattice texture created with an 8 row repeat slipped stitch pattern. Quick knit in super bulky yarn. Designed by Bernat for self-striping yarn available on pattern page.
Patterns for Purchase
8 Row Lacey Lucy Baby Blanket
No longer free! Lace blanket knit with an 8 row repeat variation on the Old Shale stitch. Aran weight yarn. Designed by Myla Vayner.
Rainbow Ripples Buggy Blanket
Truly a "buggy" blanket! This whimsical 8 row repeat lace blanket features a butterfly, dragonfly, bees, ladybug, and caterpillar / inchworm that are knit separately and added to the blanket. The finished blanket measures 26.5 x 25 ins (67 x 64 cms) Designed by LCMknits.
Easy Honeycomb Baby Blanket
This blanket features one of my favorite cable patterns, the allover honeycomb cable. I believe this is an 8 row repeat. The designer says this is suitable for improving beginners and I also think it's a great way to learn cables. Designed by Caroline Brooke. Knit with 2 strands of DK yarn held together.
Whirling Wildflower Baby Blanket
Worked flat thanks to clever construction, this flower shaped blanket features an 8 row repeat to creat the petal design. No DPNs and just one seam! Designed by 10 Hours or Less, this pattern comes with instructions to customize the size from dishcloth to afghan. Worsted weight yarn. Pictured projects by designer and mathster.
Lace Baby Blanket and Pillow
N Matching baby blanket in 2 sizes and pillow cover knit with a 8 row lace pattern. Cot Blanket: Size: 96x96cm, Pram Blanket: Size: 66x81cm, Cushion: Size: 31x31cm. DK weight yarn. Designed by UK Hand Knitting Association for King Cole.
