16 stitches and 20 rows = 4 inches (10cm) in stockinette stitch
The blanket measures approximately 40 inches (102cm) by 50 inches (127cm).
Cast on 180 stitches using the long-tail cast-on method.
Row 1: *Knit 2, purl 2* repeat till end of row.
Row 2: *Purl 2, knit 2* repeat till end of row.
Repeat rows 1 and 2 for a total of 6 inches.
Next row (right side): Knit across.
Next row (wrong side): Purl across.
Repeat the last 2 rows until the blanket measures 50 inches.
Next row: Knit across.
Next row: *Knit 2 together, yarn over* repeat till end of row.
Knit across next row.
Bind off all stitches.
Weave in all loose ends using a tapestry needle.