Experience the peaceful serenity of a mountain landscape with this gorgeous knitted blanket pattern. Using a combination of blue, pink, and white yarn, you can create your own cozy retreat at home.
', 'skill_level': 'Intermediate', 'finished_dimensions': {'imperial': '50" x 60"', 'metric': '127 cm x 152 cm'}, 'materials': {'yarn_needed': [{'color': 'Blue', 'quantity': '4 skeins (1600 yards)', 'yarn_weight': 'Medium (4)'}, {'color': 'Pink', 'quantity': '3 skeins (1200 yards)', 'yarn_weight': 'Medium (4)'}, {'color': 'White', 'quantity': '3 skeins (1200 yards)', 'yarn_weight': 'Medium (4)'}], 'needles': {'us': 'Size 8', 'uk': 'Size 6', 'metric': '5 mm'}}, 'gauge': {'stitch_pattern': 'Stockinette Stitch', 'gauge_info': '18 stitches and 24 rows = 4 inches', 'gauge_check': 'Make a swatch to check gauge and adjust needle size if needed.'}, 'notes': ['This pattern is worked in panels and then sewn together.', 'Colors can be customized to suit your preference.', 'Blocking the finished blanket is recommended for best results.'], 'instructions': {'cast_on': 'Cast on 150 stitches using the long tail cast on method.', 'row_1_30': 'Work in Stockinette Stitch for 30 rows, changing colors as desired.', 'row_31_60': 'Repeat Rows 1-30 two more times.', 'bind_off': 'Bind off all stitches and weave in ends.', 'finishing': 'Block the blanket to measurements, then seam the panels together to create the final blanket.'}}