Knitted Mermaid Tail Afghan

The Knitted Mermaid Tail Afghan is the perfect cozy companion for those chilly evenings, enveloping you in warmth and whimsy. This enchanting blanket brings a touch of magic to your home with its intricate knitted scales and flowing fin design. Whether you're cuddled up on the couch watching your favorite show or enjoying a good book by the fireplace, this mermaid tail afghan is sure to make you feel like a mythical sea creature. Dive into comfort and style with this charming and delightful piece that will surely be a conversation starter among your friends and family!

MATERIALS

ca 300/ 350/ 400 g worsted weight yarn, circular needles 4 mm.

ABBREVIATIONS

st = stitch

ks =knit stitch

ps =purl stitch

yo =yarn over

k7tog =knit seven stitches together

Rnd= Rund

R= Row

SKILL LEVEL

Intermediate

GAUGE

2x2 rib 10x10 cm = 24 sts and 28 rows

SIZE

ca 90 х32 cm (0-3 months)

ca 100 х36 cm (6-12 months)

ca 110 х40 cm (2-3 years)

EDGE STITCHES

Slip the first stitch and purl the last stitch of every row.

2x2 RIB is formed by alternating 2 knit stitches and 2 purl stitches. Care must be taken to purl the stitches which were knitted on the previous row and vice versa.

INSTRUCTIONS

Rnd 1: cast on 119 stitches, join for knitting in the round and place marker. Knit all sts.

Rnd 2: Purl all sts

Rnd 3: *1 ks, yo*

Rnd 4: *1 ks, slip yo off needle*

Rnd 5: k7tog, increase to 7 sts in next st as follows: *1ks,yo* 3 times, 1ks

Rnd 6: p all sts

Rnd 7: *1 ks, yo*

Rnd 8: *1 ks, slip yo off needle*

Rnd 9: increase to 7 sts in next st (*1ks,yo* 3 times, 1ks), k7tog.

Repeat rounds 2-9 for 45/ 55/ 65 cm, increasing 7 sts every 8th round 7/ 9/ 11 times.

Work 10 cm in 2x2 rib. Cast off all sts.

FIN (same for all sizes)

Knit in row: cast on 84 sts and purl all sts 2 rows.

Work alternating 2 rows ks and 2 rows ps , decreasing 1st one side every row 60 times.

Work alternating 2 rows ks and 2 rows ps , increasing 1st one side every row 60 times.

Cast off all sts.

FINISHING

Sew corner of the fin together and sew fin to tail. Unfold the bottom of the pin and shape as desired.

Weave in yarn ends.