Last updated on July 5th, 2024 at 12:26 am
Add a pop of color to any room with this crochet cotton candy fluffy blanket. Easily create this wonderfully soft afghan. It is so soft and cuddly that you will want to snuggle under it all day.
The crochet Afghan is a playful, cozy and soft blanket made with fluffy yarn in muted rainbow colors that resembles cotton candy. The crochet design adds a beautiful texture to the blanket, making it both stylish and comfortable. Perfect for snuggling up on the couch or adding a touch of warmth to your bed.
This fluffy yarn is a twist on traditional yarn, giving it a unique texture that is both soft and durable.
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Fluffy, soft and oh, so easy to crochet.
The pattern is customizable, so you can make it as big or small as you like, depending on your needs. With its unique texture and playful design, the soft chunky blanket is sure to become a treasured addition to your home décor.
This stitch looks equally beautiful on either side which works perfectly when crocheting cozy blankets.
Popular Chunky Crochet Blankets
I swear the art of crochet has jumped to new soaring heights as there are so many yarn lovers making so many wonderful and beautiful crochet items. It has become the HIP thing to do.
One of the most popular handmade items I am seeing right now is the coveted super chunky crochet blanket.
Well, this fluffy blanket will not disappoint in the super chunky feel. The yarn is a 5 on the bulky scale. To be honest, I purchased this yarn on a huge sale online at Love Crafts and did not even realize that it was a bulky yarn. let’s look at a closeup of the fluffiness of this yarn.
It’s like crocheting a cloud!
These blankets are understandably amazing in every way- so warm and cozy, soft and wonderful to snuggle under and really elegant-looking draped over the couch.
It’s all about the Fluff!
I think if I would have realized really what I was purchasing at that giant sale, I might have not purchased so much or maybe not any at all. To be honest working with a fluffy and bulky yarn with little nubs on it kind of scares me. Why? How the heck to you see the stitches! Am I right!?! Well, let me tell you how this is done with ease.
The trickiest part of this crochet blanket is the first row. After that, it as a breeze.
First Row
When crocheting the first row, I tugged a bit on the beginning chain stitches to see where to insert my crochet hook for the next set of stitches. Make sure that you have good lighting for this first row. Once this row is complete, it is easy to see right where to insert your hook as it is between to double crochet stitches.
Easy Large Soft and Chunky Crochet Blanket Pattern
Just look at the soft and snugly results.
Don’t let the soft yarn deter you from trying this crochet pattern. Once you get past the first row, this pattern is quite easy to work. I made this a good size for anyone in our family to snuggle up with.
The cheerful pastel colors really bright up our home décor. it becomes a great piece for Easter decorating or just anytime you want to bring some sunshine and cheer inside your home
Tips on Working with Fluffy Yarn
The first tip is to feel your way through the yarn. Once you do a few rounds you should be able to get a feel for where your crochet hook need to go to achieve the stitches as you learn the new yarn and hook tension.
Additionally, when first working with this yarn, it might be best to avoid dark colors. They are hard to see the stitches in anyway and the fluffy yarn, makes it even more difficult. Lastly, use a stitch that works with the yarn, not against it.
Special Stitch Pattern Used
This pattern uses the Double Crochet V-Stitch. If you are not familiar with this stitch, no worries. The instructions are written below and there is a video here on how to work this stitch. If you are beginner, you can do this.
Here is a left hand crochet tutorial for the stitch,
Here is the right hand crochet tutorial for this stitch.
Additional video crochet tutorials, such as the double crochet stitch tutorial can be found here.
Directions: Crochet Cotton Candy Fluffy Blanket
Gauge
13 stitches per 4 inches.
Size
The finished size is approximately 48 inches wide X 54 inches long.
Varying the Size
Make this crochet blanket wider or narrower by adding or subtracting stitches by 2. Add or reduce rows for altering the length.
Materials
Lemonade Baby Soft Boucle 7 skeins or 840 yards, if you are not able to find this yarn locally, you can find it here. This is another place to look too.
Sprout Baby Soft Boucle 4 skeins or 480 yards, if you are not able to find this yarn locally, you can find it here. This is another place to look too.
Cloud Baby Soft Boucle 4 skeins or 480 yards, if you are not able to find this yarn locally, you can find it here. This is another place to look too.
Candy Baby Soft Boucle 4 skeins or 480 yards, if you are not able to find this yarn locally, you can find it here. This is another place to look too.
Size J Crochet Hook
Yarn Needle
Scissors
Abbreviations
CH = Chain
DC = Double Crochet
SK = Skip
ST = Stitch
Color Rows
This crochet pattern has a repeat of the row color order.
- Lemonade
- Sprout
- Cloud
- Cotton Candy
However, that is based on a specific number of rows completed when the colors are changed. The row pattern for color changing is 6, 3, 2. Therefore, the first 6 rows used Lemonade, the next 3 rows used Sprout, then the next 2 rows used Cloud yarn. the next color was Cotton Candy and because the 6, 3, 2 pattern will be repeated, the Cotton Candy is worked for 6 rows. Hopefully, this makes sense. I think that this helped give this blanket a modern look. Reference the color charts at the bottom of this crochet pattern for more detail.
Directions:
Begin: chain 130
Row 1
In the 4th ST, complete 2 DC. [SK 1, 2 DC in next ST] Repeat across. End with a DC in last ST. Turn
Row 2 – 94
CH 3, [2 DC between the previous row DCs] Repeat across. End with a DC in last ST. Turn
Finishing
Weave in the yarn ends and cut off the excess yarn.
Crochet Cotton Candy Fluffy Blanket Color Charts
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I hope that you liked this pattern. If you are looking for more ideas for crocheted projects, here are a few others you may enjoy.
Here is a smaller bassinet blanket using the same stitch and yarn.
You can find Victoria crocheting, quilting, and creating recipes. She has cooked in restaurants for over 20 years, including many larger parties. She learned to crochet when she was just 11 years old and has been crocheting ever since; over 50 years now. Over 40 years ago, she loved her first class in sewing and continues to hone her skills in quilting. Many have enjoyed the handmade gifts over the years. In her professional career, she has worked in management in a wide variety of businesses including higher education as a dean of a division. All the while attending college part-time to achieve her doctorate in higher education with an emphasis in e-learning.
Would .love to make one solid color..how many skeins would I need. Pattern doesn’t state how many total are required,
Lemonade 7 skeins – 840 yards, Sprout 4 skeins – 480 yards, Cloud 4 skeins – 480 yards, Candy 4 skeins – 480 yards. If you made this using just one color you would need 19 skeins or 2,280 yards of this yarn. Hope this helps. Enjoy the pattern.
Will the colors ever come back in stock for this blanket? still waiting for Cloud and Cotton Candy to be in stock!! I want to do this blanket for our new grand child coming soon!!
Oh no, sorry to hear it is out of stock. I hope those colors become available for you soon.
I LOVE this blanket! Your instructions make it look easy!!!
Thanks!
Donna Lombardo
Thanks! After the first row, it is super easy. The first row is just a bit hard to see the stitches, but if you tug a little, you will see them. Enjoy your gorgeous fluffy blanket. vicky
I may have missed this, but what size hook was used in this blanket?
No worries. Size J crochet hook. Enjoy your fluffy blanket. vicky
I love the cotton candy blanket, would love to know how to get the pattern for it and very easy pattern for other blankets, just learning how to crochet and also learning Tunisian crocheting.
My level is very easy.
Thank you
Sue
So glad to hear. The pattern is written in full on the website. However, you can purchase a PDF downloadable electronic version that does not have ads here. https://www.etsy.com/PatternPrincessEtsy/listing/792974708/crochet-cotton-candy-fluffy-blanket-easy?utm_source=Copy&utm_medium=ListingManager&utm_campaign=Share&utm_term=so.lmsm&share_time=1589814935055