Chunky Crochet Blanket Pattern For Beginners

If you’ve never picked up a crochet hook before, don’t worry, this chunky crochet blanket pattern for beginners tutorial walks you through every step. Crocheting your very first blanket is an amazing feeling and I am so excited for you!

Why Chunky Yarn is Perfect for Your First Blanket

If you are a beginner, just learning to crochet, a chunky yarn is a great choice. The yarn is thicker, and the stitches you make are larger and easier to see and work with. Chunky yarn is also less likely to tangle up and frustrate you.

Recommended Yarn: Wool-Ease Thick and Quick

For this chunky crochet blanket pattern for beginners, you will need 5–6 skeins of super bulky yarn (weight 6). I’ve used 5 skeins of Wool Ease Thick and Quick yarn. This Fisherman colorway is a nice soft cream color that makes a perfect neutral colored baby blanket.

This yarn is a favorite of mine and you can browse these 10 Cozy Wool Ease Thick and Quick Crochet Patterns later for more inspiration!

Tip: Choose a soft, squishy yarn that feels good in your hands and in a color you love, it makes crocheting even more enjoyable!

Essential Supplies and Hook Sizes

• Hook: Size N (9 mm) is the recommended yarn label hook, but I’ve sized up and used a 12mm ergonomic crochet hook. This creates a airier stitch as bulky blankets tend to get heavy and dense otherwise.
• Scissors & yarn needle for finishing ends

Chunky Crochet Blanket Pattern Details

Abbreviations: sc= single crochet, ch= chain (US terms)
Pattern:
Begin with a starting chain of 75
Row 1: sc into 2nd chain from hook, ch1, skip 1 chain, sc into next chain to the end
Row 2: ch 1, sc into sc from below row, ch1, sc into next stitch from below row to the
end.
Repeat row 2 till blanket measures approximately 36 inches. Bind off and weave in the
tail of yarn.

Step by Step: chunky crochet blanket pattern

This blanket is made using one simple stitch, so even if you’re new to crochet, you’ll find it relaxing and easy to follow. I promise, once you get into the rhythm of the crochet pattern, you’ll be hooked (pun intended)!

If you are an absolute beginner start with what do I need to start crocheting as a beginner? and then learn how to crochet a scarf before starting a blanket. A blanket is a bigger commitment and I want to set you up for success.

Foundation Chain and Row 1

Decide how wide you want your blanket to be, and make a starting chain that matches that width. For a baby blanket size, begin with a chain of 75. If you’re new to chaining, here’s a quick how to chain in crochet tutorial (ch) to help you get started.

Now working on your first row: Insert your hook into the second chain from the hook and make a sc, ch 1, skip one chain and repeat. Not sure how? My how to single crochet for beginners tutorial (sc) walks you through each step slowly.

Repeating the Pattern

Now starts the fun part. Ch 1, turn your work, and continue to make one sc, one ch. That’s the rhythm. Once your row comes to the end, turn and repeat, You’ll start to see a lovely texture form as you go.

Join a New Skein of Chunky Yarn

You will finish your first skein of yarn at some point. Now it is time to add in your second skein of yarn to continue the blanket. Here is an in depth tutorial showing you a few different ways how to join two pieces of yarn in crochet.

Fastening Off and Weaving in Ends

Once your blanket reaches the length you love, fasten off and weave in your yarn ends. You can leave it as is or add a cute border if you’re feeling fancy.

Baby Shower Blog Hop

Today’s chunky crochet blanket pattern for beginners is featured in the Baby Shower Blog Hop and Bundle hosted by Kristine of Ambassador Crochet.

Why You’ll Love This Blanket

This single crochet chunky blanket is great for all level of crocheters, whether you are a beginner or a champion!

• Beginner friendly: You just need to know how to chain in crochet and how to single crochet for beginners.
• Quick to make: Chunky yarn means fewer rows and faster results.
• Customizable: Easily adjust the size or color to match your decor. You can alter this using different stitches like double crochet too.
• Cozy + modern: Thick texture gives that designer “knit-look” vibe.
• Blanket is cuddly: This single crochet chunky blanket is not stiff thanks to the chain we add between stitches.
• Simple: Pattern is simple yet interesting.

chunky crochet blanket pattern for beginners Video

Crochet along with me friends! In this chunky crochet blanket pattern for beginners video, I do not speed up any step, and you can sit down and crochet along with me.

chunky crochet blanket pattern for beginners Pdf:

Here is the free pattern pdf you can download and print. Happy Crocheting!

DOWNLOAD PATTERN HERE: Easy Single Crochet Chunky Blanket Pattern Pdf

Final Thoughts

With chunky yarn and a big hook, you can finish this blanket in just a week or two. It’s just one simple stitch and you create something warm, beautiful, and handmade. This blanket is simple, soothing, and turns out gorgeous every time!

This is the perfect project for beginners who want to make something beautiful, whether it’s a cozy addition to your home or a thoughtful handmade gift for a baby shower. Another great beginner blanket is this 3 color Bernat blanket yarn baby blanket pattern

If you’re looking for more cozy crochet home projects to try or if you want to add more vibrant colors to your next hook session, check out my round up of free colorful crochet blanket patterns for endless palette inspiration.

If you loved how quickly this project worked up, you will definitely want to browse this list of 10 Cozy Wool Ease Thick and Quick Crochet Patterns

If you have yarn left after making your blanket, you can use it to make this Crochet Plant Pot Cover, a Crochet Headband or even this adorable Free Crochet Pouch Pattern With Button Closure!