The size 50 needle that is generally used for broomstick lace - you know - the one the size of a small horse's leg? If you have two of them, you can knit an afghan using four strands of yarn at a time! When used for knitting, they're called speed sticks. No kidding!!!
I saw a picture of a loaded needle. You can't fit more than 33-34 stitches on the needle at one time, and it seems like each stitch is about one inch. Your afghan will only be about a yard wide, but it will be quite warm. The pattern used a stockinette stitch, but I don't think it would matter if you have another favorite knitting pattern.
I did see one variation on the pattern in which someone had made two panels and sewed them together. So if you organize your colors, or if you don't mind the two sides being different, this looks like a quick way to prepare for the rest of this cold and snowy winter.
Happy crafting,
Kathi
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