How to Crochet a Blanket with Chunky Yarn
I am so excited to walk with you just to first step process of making a chunky blanket. This is one of my favorite ways to crochet a blanket, because you are using very fat yarn, which allows you to make a blanket relatively fast. This is also fun to do because you get a lovely texture blanket with minimal effort.
Chunky Crochet Blanket Pattern for Beginners
In this free crochet pattern, I am excited to show you how to create chunky throw blankets. These crochet blankets are an excellent choice if you love the chunky texture using the sticker yarn, and a couple of basic crochet stitches. I love the rich textures that this simple pattern produces, and I am so excited to show you how you can make your own chunky crochet blanket by following a few easy steps.
Let’s get started with this easy step-by-step guide to help you make your very own crochet chunky blanket. When you are done making this chunky blanket, crochet pattern, you can enjoy curling up under your new creation with a good book. Let’s get started!
Cozy Chunky Crochet Blanket Pattern
Materials to Crochet a Chunky Blanket :
3+ Skeins chunky yarn. Bernat chunky or hobby lobby’s yarn bee cozy occasion #6 super bulky yarn is our recommended yarn
Note: you may need more depending on what size blanket you want to make. This made a baby blanket for me.
Size N crochet hook
Scissors
Project Skill Level: beginner
Crochet Stitches
There are just a few simple stitches that you will need to know how to make an order to create this blanket pattern. Those main stitches are the chain stitch, the slip stitch and the half double crochet stitch.
Half Double Crochet. They have double crochet sticks in between a single crochet and a double crochet stitch. To make the stitch simply yarn over, then insert your hook into the next stitch, yarn over again and pull up a loop so that there are three loops on your hook. Yarn over one last time and pull through all three loops on your hook, to complete the half double crochet stitch.
Slip Stitch. A slip stitch is a small yet simple stitch. To make this stitch, insert your hook into the next stitch, yarn over and pull up a loop, then pull that same loop through the first loop on your hook.
Abbreviations
ch – chain stitch
sl st – slip stitch
hdc – half double crochet
st/sts – stitch/ stitches
How to Crochet a Blanket with Chunky Yarn Easy
R1: start by creating your foundation chain. For a crib size blanket I need 66 stitches however you can make as many or as for you as needed to create the width of your blanket. Add two additional chain stitches for the turning chain.
R2: in the third chain stitch from your crochet hook, make a hdc stitch, working in the blo. Then in each chain stitch across make a hdc stitch in each.
R3: change two stitches and turn, hdc through the blo in each stitch across to the end of the row.
R4: repeat row 3 one more time.
R5: ch 1, turn, sl st in each stitch across, working in the blo.
R6-9: ch 1, turn, sl st in each stitch across working through the blo.
R10: ch 2, turn, hdc through the blo of each stitch across.
R11-12: ch 2, turn, hdc through the blo of each stitch across.
Change color of yarn
R13-15: ch 2, turn, hdc through the blo of each stitch across.
R 16-20: ch 1, turn, sl st in each stitch across working through the blo.
R 21-23: ch 2, turn, hdc through the blo of each stitch across.
Change the color of yarn used and repeat rows 13-23 until your blanket reaches your desired size. Then finish off and weave in the ends.
Blanket Boarder
R 1: ch 1, working along the side, make 2 sc sts in the hdc along the side, when you reach the sl sts, make a total of 4 hdc sts, then make 2 sc sts in the side of each hdc st. When you reach the corner, make 3 sc sts to turn. Sc in each st along the end. Repeat the process along the other side of making 2 sc sts in the side of each hdc st, then a total of 4 hdc sts in the sl sts. 3 sc in the corner to turn, sc in each st across the end. When you get to the last st, make 3 sc sts, then sl st in the first st to finish the round.
R 2-4: ch 1, sc in each st until you get to the corner, in the middle st of the corner from the previous round, make 3 sc sts, contnue making a sc st in each st around. Repeat around. Join with a sl st.
Chunky Crochet Blanket Sizing Notes
The foundation chain can easily be adjusted so that it measures any width you prefer. Baby blankets work up quickly with this yarn because it is so chunky. Or you can make a larger blanket simply by adding more chain stitches unrtil it is wide enough then just make enough of the rows so that it is your desired length.
Blanket Copyright
Please note that this pattern is intended for personal use only, and is not for commercial distribution. By copyright, unless otherwise noted, you are not authorized to copy or claim my content as your own. You are, however, more than welcome to sell your finished products made with my patterns. I always appreciate it when you link to my patterns so that others can find them too!
Chunky Yarn Blanket Tips and Tricks
Crochet Hook Size
The best hook size for you will largely depend on your stitch tension. I would highly recommend using at least a size N hook so that it is nice and big, feel free to use a larger hook if necessary. You can also reference the yarn label to see what size hook is recommended. You will definitely need a large crochet hook to make this blanket.
The Best Chunky Yarn
For a chunky blanket you are going to want to use a yarn weight of 5 or 6 so that it is nice and chunky. I think that #6 super bulky yarn is the perfect yarn to use for this blanket pattern. The yarn I happened to use was Bernat Blanket yarn, but Hobby Lobby also has some really nice chunky yarn you could use.
The Blanket Texture
This pattern has a lovely texture to it. In order to get this desired texture, to is really important that you work through only the back loops for all of the stitches.
The Blanket Size
The blanket I made in the pictures is a smaller blanket, approximately crib sized. Keep in mind that you can make your new blanket in any size that you prefer. You will simply create as many chain stitches to get it to your desired measurement, then add two chains for turning. How many skeins of yarn you need will depend on the size of blanket you want to make.
FAQs
What is the best crochet stitch for a chunky blanket?
The best crochet stitch depends on your preference. I love the combination of the hdc and sl sts.
What is the best yarn to use for chunky blankets?
The best yarn weights to use for the chunky blanket is a five or six so that it is plenty chunky. You can use Bernat yarn or Hobby lobby has a nice version as well.
Crochet Chunky Blanket Pattern
Making a crocheted blanket out of chunky yarn is the perfect project for a soft blanket. The super lucky yard is soft and fluffy to work with, but allows you to make a blanket without having to create a ton of stitches. This makes the overall project go quickly. The stitch pattern in this blanket, crochet pattern is easy to do, and has a lovely textured finish to it when it is done.
Thank you so much for stopping by to check out this free crochet pattern to learn how to crochet a blanket with chunky yarn. I hope that this tutorial has been helpful to you, and I hope that you will enjoy making your own blanket out of chunky yard. This is a fun and easy way to make a crocheted blanket with minimal effort. Now it’s time for you to give this pattern a try!
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How to Crochet a Blanket with Chunky Yarn
Materials
- 3+ Skeins chunky yarn. Bernat chunky or hobby lobby’s yarn bee cozy occasion #6 super bulky yarn is our recommended yarn
- Note: you may need more depending on what size blanket you want to make. This made a baby blanket for me.
- Size N crochet hook
- Scissors
Instructions
- R1: start by creating your foundation chain. For a crib size blanket I need 66 stitches however you can make as many or as for you as needed to create the width of your blanket. Add two additional chain stitches for the turning chain.
- R2: in the third chain stitch from your crochet hook, make a hdc stitch, working in the blo. Then in each chain stitch across make a hdc stitch in each.
- R3: change two stitches and turn, hdc through the blo in each stitch across to the end of the row.
- R4: repeat row 3 one more time.
- R5: ch 1, turn, sl st in each stitch across, working in the blo.
- R6-9: ch 1, turn, sl st in each stitch across working through the blo.
- R10: ch 2, turn, hdc through the blo of each stitch across.
- R11-12: ch 2, turn, hdc through the blo of each stitch across.
Change color of yarn - R13-15: ch 2, turn, hdc through the blo of each stitch across.
- R 16-20: ch 1, turn, sl st in each stitch across working through the blo.
- R 21-23: ch 2, turn, hdc through the blo of each stitch across.
- Change the color of yarn used and repeat rows 13-23 until your blanket reaches your desired size. Then finish off and weave in the ends.
Blanket Boarder - R 1: ch 1, working along the side, make 2 sc sts in the hdc along the side, when you reach the sl sts, make a total of 4 hdc sts, then make 2 sc sts in the side of each hdc st. When you reach the corner, make 3 sc sts to turn. Sc in each st along the end. Repeat the process along the other side of making 2 sc sts in the side of each hdc st, then a total of 4 hdc sts in the sl sts. 3 sc in the corner to turn, sc in each st across the end. When you get to the last st, make 3 sc sts, then sl st in the first st to finish the round.
- R 2-4: ch 1, sc in each st until you get to the corner, in the middle st of the corner from the previous round, make 3 sc sts, contnue making a sc st in each st around. Repeat around. Join with a sl st.
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