This pattern is part of the "Purposeful Patterns" initiative - a series of designs benefiting a variety of causes. $1 from the sale of each Kilim Blanket pattern will be donated to the Turkish Cultural Center. Donate directly to the TCC here.

+ DESCRIPTION
Traditionally made by women in tribal societies for personal and family use, Turkish kilim rugs use symbols and shapes to tell stories and express emotion and desire. Deep meaning is woven into the fabric in the form of motifs to represent fertility, safety, love, happiness, etc. The cross and triangular amulet shapes of this particular blanket design inspired by the iconic rugs represent protection and luck.

+ SKILLS
This is an intermediate level knitting pattern and the techniques involved are the knit stitch, purl stitch, intarsia colorwork, and color chart reading.

All patterns are written in standard US terms.

+ SIZING
Width: 42”/107cm
Length: 52”/132cm

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