The Frostpine Chunky Blanket is the perfect companion for those cozy moments when you just want to curl up under a warm blanket on a chilly evening. Made with plush variegated yarn that shifts from deep blue to crisp white, this blanket evokes the serene beauty of a snow-covered forest beneath a winter sky.
A Cozy Winter Hug in Luxurious Plush Yarn
Using plush yarn, this throw is incredibly comfortable and squishy. Whether you’re looking to add a touch of elegance to your home or seeking the ultimate comfort, the Frostpine Blanket wraps you in softness and warmth, making it a must-have for any season.
Oversized Afghan
This afghan is nicely oversized at 68 X 76 inches. Making it a gorgeous chunky crochet blanketperfect to cuddle up with your loved ones this cold winter. My son-in-law is over 6 feet tall. He loves it when I include an oversized blanket for him in my pattern designs.
Do you want to make this in a different size but not sure how to get started? No problem. There are six suggested sizes to get you started from baby blankets to lapghan size all the way to and oversized extra-large blanket.
- Lovey Blanket
- Square Baby Blanket
- Toddler Blanket or Lapghan
- Throw Blanket
- Medium Blanket
- X-Large Blanket (shown)
This pattern has a helpful video to guide you through each step with ease. Plus, with the versatility to create everything from a baby blanket to a large blanket. You’ll have endless options to utilize this stunning stitch.
Choosing the Perfect Yarn for the Frostpine Chunky Blanket
The Frostpine Chunky Blanket is designed for ultimate softness and warmth, making yarn selection an important step in achieving the best results. For this pattern, I used Yarnspirations Bernat Blanket Perfect Phasing in Dark Blue. A plush, variegated yarn that transitions seamlessly from crisp white to deep blue. This color gradient beautifully mimics the frosty hues of a winter landscape, adding depth and dimension to the finished blanket.
Best Yarn Choices for This Pattern
If you want to achieve a similar look and feel, here are some key features to look for in alternative yarns:
- Super Bulky Weight (Category 6): A thick, plush yarn ensures the blanket works up quickly and has a luxurious, cozy texture.
- 100% Polyester or Chenille-Style Fibers: These fibers provide softness, warmth, and durability, making them perfect for snuggly blankets.
- Variegated or Gradient Colorways: Look for yarns that shift gradually between shades for a beautiful, blended effect.
- Machine-Washable: Easy care is essential for a well-loved blanket, and polyester-based yarns are typically washer-friendly.
Chunky Yarn Alternatives to Consider
If Bernat Blanket Perfect Phasing isn’t available, here are some great alternatives:
- Bernat Blanket Ombre – Offers a soft gradient effect in rich, cozy colors.
- Premier Parfait XL – A plush chenille yarn with a luxurious feel.
- Lion Brand Vel-Luxe Jumbo – A velvety soft option with a similar weight.
- Himalaya Dolphin Baby – A super bulky chenille-style yarn with great stitch definition.
No matter which yarn you choose, make sure to check your gauge if you’re substituting it to ensure the right blanket size and texture.
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Directions: Frostpine Chunky Blanket Crochet Pattern
Skill Level
Advanced Beginner or Easy Intermediate Crochet
Be able to work the single crochet, double crochet, and front post double crochet stitches.
Finished Size
68 X 76 inches.
Change the width of this blanket using an even number of foundational chain stitches. Then just crochet as many rows as you desire for the length.
Gauge
7 Stitches and 6 Rows of the pattern every 4 inches.
Materials
Yarnspirations Bernat Blanket Perfect Phasing yarn. In Dark Blue color. It is a number 6 chunky weight yarn with 200 yards each skein.
- Lovey Blanket – Yarn 175 yards.
- Square Baby Blanket – Yarn 390 yards.
- Toddler Blanket or Lapghan – Yarn 700 yards.
- Throw Blanket – Yarn 900 – 1,150 yards.
- Medium Blanket – Yarn 1,450 yards
- X-Large Blanket (shown) – Yarn 2,000 yards.
If you are not able to find the yarn locally, you can use the link to Yarnspirations in our Savings Center.
Crochet Hook Size N, 10 mm hook
Tapestry Needle
Scissors
Tape Measure for measuring your project throughout.
Abbreviations
- CH = Chain
- DC = Double Crochet
- FPDC = Front Post Double Crochet
- SC = Single Crochet
- SK = Skip
- ST = Stitch
- STs = Stitches
- [ ] = Repeat Between…Today it means information for the different sizes.
Other Crochet Blanket Sizes Details
- Lovey Blanket 20 x 20 inches. Chain 36 and work 34 rows. Yarn 175 yards.
- Square Baby Blanket 31 X 31 inches. Chain 54 and work 48 rows. Yarn 390 yards.
- Toddler Blanket or Lapghan 36 X 48 inches. Chain 64 and work 76 rows. Yarn 700 yards.
- Throw Blanket 48 X 48 – 60 inches. Chain 84 and work 76 – 92 rows. Yarn 900 – 1,150
- Medium Blanket 58 X 62 inches. Chain 102 and work 96 rows. Yarn 1,450 yards
- X-Large Blanket (shown) 68 X 76 inches. Chain 120 and work 119 rows. Yarn 2,000 yards.
Looking for ideas on different sizes to make your blanket? This Crochet Guidelines for Standard Bed and Blanket Sizes may help.
Pattern Notes
Pattern written in US Terms.
Video tutorial links are located below the written pattern.
This pattern works well for an even number of foundation chain stitches.
The pattern is a repeat of rows 4 through 7.
When the stitch below is a double crochet, then work a front post double crochet. If the row below is a front post double crochet, work a double crochet.
Chain 1 at the beginning of the row does not count as a stitch.
For row 2 double crochet the chain 3 counts as a double crochet.
The chain 2 at the beginning of the row does count as a stitch after row 2. The shorter starting chain helps reduce the gap at the end of the row when working the front post double crochet. It’s a shorter stitch than the double crochet.
Special Crochet Stitches
Chain Stitch CH
Begin the chain stitch by making a slip knot and adding the loop on the crochet hook.
Keeping the loop on the hook, wrap the yarn over the crochet hook from back to front using the hook to draw the yarn through the loop that is currently on the hook. (The first chain stitch is complete).
HOW TO CROCHET THE CHAIN STITCH video tutorial
Double Crochet (DC)
Yarn over, insert the hook through both loops and pull up a loop. Next, yarn over and pull through two loops on the hook. Lastly, yarn over again and pull through the last two loops on the hook.
HOW TO CROCHET THE DOUBLE CROCHET STITCH video tutorial
Front Post Double Crochet (FPDC)
Yarn over, insert the hook from front to back between the posts of the first and second double crochet of the row below. Then insert the hook from the back to the front between the posts of the second and third stitches. (The hook should now be positioned horizontally behind the double crochet that you are working around). Yarn over, pull the yarn around the post of the stitch. There should now be 3 loops on the hook. Yarn over, pull the yarn through 2 loops on the hook. Lastly, yarn over again and pull through the last two loops on the hook.
**For this pattern, the FPDC is worked in the DC rows below the SC row. **
HOW TO CROCHET THE FRONT POST DOUBLE CROCHET video tutorial
Single Crochet (SC)
Insert the hook, pull up a loop. Yarn over and pull through the two loops on the hook.
HOW TO CROCHET THE SINGLE CROCHET STITCH video tutorial
Changing Skeins of Yarn.
Begin working from darkest yarn at the bottom edge of the blanket. To maintain the ombre effect, join the next ball of yarn from the opposite end. (So, the shades match). Darkest to darkest, and lightest to lightest end. This creates a nice fade effect. From dark to light and light to dark across the blanket.
I started out with the dark blue in the center of the yarn cake. The first skein finished on the white color. Therefore, I started the next yarn cake from the outside joining the white colors. When changing skeins of yarn, I change it where I ran out. I tied a square knot and snipped off the excess yarn tails. Tug on the knot to make sure it is secure.
Begin Crochet Pattern
Start by making a slip knot and adding the loop on the hook.
Reminder, I started with the dark blue color in the center of the yarn cake.
Chain 120 chain stitches for the blanket shown. Suggested chains for all the blanket sizes [36, 54, 64, 84, 102, 120].
Row 1
In the 2nd CH from the hook, SC and in each ST across. Turn
Row 2
CH 3 (Counts as Double Crochet). DC in each ST across. Turn
Row 3
CH 1 (Doesn’t count as a ST). SC in the same ST and each ST across. Turn
Row 4
**For this pattern, the FPDC is worked in the DC rows below the SC row.**
CH 2 (Counts as Double Crochet), [FPDC in the next ST, DC in the next ST]. Repeat across between [ ]. In the last two STs, work a FPDC and DC in the last ST. Turn.
Row 5
CH 1 (Doesn’t count as a ST). SC in the same ST and each ST across. Turn
Row 6
CH 2 (Counts as Double Crochet), [DC in the next FPDC ST, FPDC in the next ST]. Repeat across between [ ]. In the last two STs, work a DC in the FPDC and DC in the last ST. Turn.
Row 7
CH 1 (Doesn’t count as a ST). SC in the same ST and each ST across. Turn
Rows 8 and Beyond
Continue repeating rows 4 through 7.
Try ending with a single crochet row.
Work the following rows for the various sizes [34, 48, 76, 76-92,96, 119].
Finishing
After you work the last ST, cut off the yarn leaving about a 12-inch long tail. Pull the yarn tail through the last loop on the hook.
Thread the yarn needle with the yarn tails and weave them through the crochet stitches back and forth until the yarn feels secure. Snip off the excess yarn.
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YouTube Tutorials
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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.