Pattern
The pattern to yarn bomb the DC-3 is based on blankets that are 4×6 feet. Mary Ellen Read, architect at Northern Front Studio, created the pattern for us. Thanks Mary Ellen for helping us make this project a reality and letting us know just how many blanket’s we’ll need to cover the DC-3. PDFs of the pattern are available: view 1, view 3, view 3. To cover the majority of the plane, we’ll need 74 blankets that are 4 x 6 feet, as well as the odd shaped sizes outlined in the pattern below, which will cover the top surface of the plane. We are looking for about 150 blankets in total, the extra will ensure that we have enough to cover the entire plane.
How to knit or crochet a pattern is entirely up to you. The maximum size of the blankets is 4 x 6 feet, but not all of them need to be that size, they can be as small as a granny square. Suggested pattern dimensions are 4 x 6 feet, 2 x 3 feet, 1 x 1.5 feet.
Once the project is complete, blankets will be donated to local charities and shelters.
Looking for inspiration?
Lionbrand has a lot of wonderful and free pattern suggestions.
Ravelry is a great source for patterns.
Allcrafts.net has over 200 knit and crochet blanket patterns.
PurpleKnitty has lots of afghan knit and crochet patterns.
Is there a deadline for this project?
Hi Melody
We are hoping to have the yarn bomb on the plane by August 11 (weather permitting). We would be assembling the cozy for the plane from July 23 to Aug 10. All yarn bombing materials would need to be sent to us by July. Thanks for your support.
Jessica
Sorry if this was answered somewhere else – but what happens to the blankets after the project is over? It feels weird to be knitting something that could be really useful for people in need, if it’s just going to be tossed afterwards…perhaps there is a plan?
Hi Virginia
Not to worry, all blankets and contributions will be donated to charity. We felt the same way you do and wanted to make sure nothing went to waste and that the blankets and yarn could be given to those who need them. Thanks for asking. -Jessica
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