The Essential Merino Blanket

There are some knits that become part of your home—and the Essential Merino is one of them.

Originally released several years ago, this was one of our most-loved blanket kits. I still have several of the original blankets at home, and they are every bit as soft, comforting and useful today. So, with our beautiful Oi Merino returning very soon, it felt like the perfect time to bring the Essential back too.

Knitted in broad colour blocks with a simple combination of garter stitch and stocking stitch, this is an easy, soothing project with just enough variation to keep it interesting. The generous stretches of uncomplicated knitting make it lovely for beginners, returning knitters, or anyone wanting a project they can relax into.

Oi is our 100% merino yarn: soft against the skin, beautifully weighty and wonderfully warm. It creates a substantial blanket designed to be lived with, reached for and loved for many years. And scroll down to see beautiful in-progress photos by Debbie.

About the Yarn
Unravelled Oi - 100% Pure Merino (8ply)
Knitting Level
Beginner (Video Tutorials included)
Knitting Time
10 days
Finished Size
100cm x 140cm (approx, after blocking)
Kit Includes
15x Unravelled Oi 8ply Merino
1x printed pattern
2x stitch markers
1x 'handmade with love' sew-on label
1x step-by-step video tutorial
With Needles Option
1 x 4mm Chiaogoo fixed circular 80cm needles (knitted back and forth)

Estimated dispatch: mid-to-late October

Our Oi Merino is currently being made. We’ll keep you updated as it completes production and begins its journey to Melbourne. As with all international freight, unexpected delays can occasionally occur, but we’ll let you know promptly if the expected dispatch timing changes.