12 Hour Luxurious Crochet Chunky Blanket Pattern

This 12 Hour Luxurious Crochet Chunky Blanket Pattern uses big, fluffy, and sumptuous yarn to create a blanket that’s not only a joy to crochet but also a dream to snuggle under.

Designed using a luxurious jumbo-weight yarn using a larger hook. Perfect to style on an accent chair, couch, or the end of your bed. Four sizes are included in the pattern. This cozy blanket is one that you’re sure to love.

This blanket doesn’t just offer warmth, it envelops you in a plush embrace, akin to a gentle, weighted hug. The sensation of snuggling under this chunky blanket is unparalleled, making it the ultimate accessory for chilly evenings or lazy weekends.

If you are a crocheter and love making Holiday gifts, this super chunky blanket is a great way to give something stunning that is a heartfelt and handmade gift. The best part, the entire blanket works up in a mere 12-hours. Once you get going, it’s really an easy pattern.

Beginner Crochet Stitches

This pattern uses basic crochet stitches. Even if you are a confident beginner, this stitch is completely doable without being overwhelming. If you have never done the back loop half double crochet, you’ll be pleasantly surprised. The texture is incredibly cozy and it’s a very easy crochet stitch.

Cozy Chunky Throw

Everyone deserves the comfort of a cozy chunky throw to wrap up in. Whether you’re lounging on the couch or snuggling in bed, a chunky throw provides warmth and comfort while enhancing your home’s style. With a vast array of colors and textures of yarn available, you’re sure to find one that matches your taste and makes your living space even more inviting.

Chunky throws are very much in vogue right now! They bring a cozy and inviting feel to any room. Read on for all the details on how to crochet your own super bulky throw.

Jumbo Yarn Used for Crochet Blanket

This pattern uses the Bernat Blanket Big is Jumbo yarn which is a number 7 yarn weight. Find the perfect yarn color for your taste and style with the nice selection of different colors. The yarn calls for a 25mm crochet hook. I used a 30mm hook and it pairs nicely with the big bulky yarn.

Once you start working with this yarn and find out how fast things work up. If you’re like me, you’ll find all sorts of quick projects to crochet.

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Reversable Throw

This throw looks the same on both sides, so there really is not an inside or outside, or a right side or wrong side.

Directions: 12 Hour Luxurious Crochet Chunky Blanket Pattern

Skill Level

Confident beginner. You should be able to work the half double crochet stitch.

Gauge

Using the half double crochet stitch the gauge is 2.5 stitches and 1 row every 4 inches.

If you were using a single crochet stitch, the gauge is 2.5 stitches and 2 rows every 4 inches.

Throw Blanket Sizing

• Small = 30 X 42 inches
• Medium = 40 X 52 inches
• Large = 50 X 62 inches (Shown)
• Optional Large Size = 52 X 62 inches

It’s easy to make this in a different size. To change the width of the blanket, increase or decrease the beginning chain stitches by 1 stitch. The length can be changed by adding or decreasing the rows.

Materials

Bernat Blanket Yarn Big #7 yarn weight, a jumbo yarn in Earl Gray color.

If you are not able to find the yarn locally, there is a link on my savings page for Yarnspirations.

• S = 5 skeins, 160 total yardage
• M = 7 skeins, 224 total yardage
• L = 10 skeins. 320 total yardage
• Optional L = 11 skeins, 352 total yardage

Crochet Large Hook 30mm

Tapestry Needle

Scissors

Abbreviations

• BLHDC = Back Loop Half Double Crochet
• CH = Chain
• HDC = Half Double Crochet
• ST = Stitch
• STs = Stitches
• [ ] = Repeat Between

Pattern Notes

Pattern written in U.S. Terms.

Ch 2 counts as a half double crochet stitch.

Turn at the end of each row.

Make sure to count the stitches the first few rows to double check that you will have nice straight edges. The last stitch after the second row will always be placed on the top chain stitch of the previous row.

You can find the video tutorial for both left hand and right hand crocheters below the written free pattern.

Tips on Crocheting with Super Bulky Yarn and an Extra-Large Crochet Hook

It takes a bit of getting used to working with this big yarn and big hook. I practiced a bit before starting in with the blanket pattern. Try and get the chain stitches even and looking the same. If the stitch doesn’t look good, you may have to redo it a couple of times.

Take your time working with this bigger yarn. Continue adjusting your yarn so your stitches are not too tight.

Hold the hook that is most comfortable for you. I hold this as if I am holding the handle of a hammer. While there is a place on my hook to rest your thumb, I only used that when I was working my chain stitches. After that, I had too many loops on the hook and had to slide them up onto the hook further.

I also changed how I hold my yarn with my other hand. Rather than wrapping it around my pinky once and draping it over my index finger, I found it easier to let it slide between my index and middle fingers.

Use your yarn holding hand to help the yarn over the hook and adjust the stitches.

Your arms and wrists will get a workout. Take breaks crocheting with this large yarn and hook.

Adding New Yarn

Since this blanket project uses just one color of yarn all the way through and the yarn is so fluffy, I joined the yarn as I ran out. Using about a 6-inch piece of the current skein and new skein, make a square knot. Tying it left over right, and right over left. Pull the yarn ends to snug up the knot. Then weave in the yarn ends using your fingers to push the yarn through the stitches.

Update. After making a few of these blankets, I think this is a better way to join if you want to give it a try.

Melting Ends (for synthetic yarn)

For synthetic yarns, such as acrylic or nylon, melting the ends can be an effective way to create a seamless join. This technique involves carefully melting the yarn ends with a flame, such as a lighter, to fuse them together.

I use this for super bulky yarn. I’ve found when trying to tie a knot or weave in super bulky yarn, the ends always pop out.

Melting the ends is a great way create a seamless join. This technique involves carefully melting the yarn ends with a flame, such as a lighter, to fuse them together.

1. Hold the yarn ends in one hand with both ends pointing out. It is easier to light the yarn on fire this way.
2. In the other hand use a lighter or a candle to light the ends of the yarn on fire.
3. Put the lit ends of the yarn together and the flame will go out.
4. Roll the joined yarn together between the palms of your hands a few times.

That’s it. You can keep crocheting with your chunky yarn.

Special Stitches

Half Double Crochet Stitch (HDC)

Here are the basics to completing a half double crochet (HDC) stitch:

1. Yarn over, insert hook through both loops of the next stitch
2. Yarn over and pull up a loop. There should be three loops on the hook.
3. Complete the stitch. Yarn over one more time and pull the loop through all three loops on the hook.

Photo of the loops in medium weight yarn.

Back Loop Half Double Crochet (BLHDC)

Here are the basics to completing the stitch using:

1. Yarn over, insert hook through the back loop of the next stitch
2. Yarn over and pull up a loop. There should be three loops on the hook.
3. Complete the stitch. Yarn over one more time and pull the loop through all three loops on the hook.

Half double crochet shown in the photo using medium weight yarn.

Begin

Make a slip knot and add a loop onto the crochet hook. Work a foundational chain.  

• Small = 30 X 42 inches, 25 Chain Stitches
• Medium = 40 X 52 inches, 31 Chain Stitches
• Large = 50 X 62 inches (Shown), 34 Chain Stitches
• Optional Large Size = 52 X 62 inches, 37 Chain Stitches

Row 1

HDC in the 3^rd CH from the hook. HDC in each ST across. Turn

Row 2

CH 2 (Counts as HDC). BLHDC in each ST across. End with a HDC in the last ST.  Turn

Row 3

CH 2 (Counts as HDC). BLHDC in each ST across. End with a HDC in the Top CH of the beginning CH 2 STs of the previous row. Turn

Rows 4 and Beyond

Repeat row 3.

• S = 5 skeins, 19-20 rows
• M = 7 skeins, 23-24 rows
• L (shown) = 29 rows
• Optional L = 29 rows

Finishing

To finish, cut about a 10-inch tail of yarn. Pull the yarn through the last loop on the hook. Using your hands, weave in the yarn ends and weave in each strand of yarn in different directions. Remove the excess yarn.

YouTube Video of the Crochet Blanket Using the Big Yarn

Right hand video

Left hand video

We hope you loved this free crochet pattern. There are just so many possibilities for making larger projects quickly with this yarn. We’ll be adding more ideas for you soon. In the meantime, we hope you take a moment to browse our other crochet patterns.

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