This fluffy crochet throw blanket feels like a soft little cloud. I made this one using a super plush yarn and a simple linen stitch that creates a thick, cozy fabric perfect for curling up on the couch after a long day.
It works up quickly, which makes it a great project when you want something comforting and satisfying without weeks of counting stitches.
I loved working on this easy crochet blanket pattern that still feels extra luxurious. The fluffy yarn gives it that plush, store-bought look, but it’s still handmade with love, which makes it perfect for gifting or keeping all to yourself. It’s cozy enough to be a couch throw, but soft enough to double as a baby blanket if you adjust the size.
This pattern is beginner friendly, with a simple repeat that’s easy to memorize once you get going.
The only small challenge is that fluffy yarn can make stitches a little harder to see. If you’ve been wanting to try plush yarn but felt a little intimidated, this is a wonderful place to start.
Blanket Sizes
This fluffy crochet throw blanket pattern includes four suggested sizes, making it easy to customize for your space or gifting needs. The size shown in the photos is the Small Throw Blanket, but the pattern works just as beautifully in larger sizes for extra cozy coverage.
- Small Throw Blanket: 42 x 46 inches (shown)
- Medium Throw Blanket: 50 x 50 inches
- Large Throw Blanket: 60 x 60 inches
- X-Large Blanket: 70 x 70 inches
You can also easily adjust the size by adding or subtracting starting chains and rows to create a custom blanket that fits your needs.
🧶 Yarn Choice: Lion Brand Go For Fleece
Lion Brand Go For Fleece has a sherpa-style texture, giving this crochet blanket a soft, fleece-like feel similar to store-bought sherpa throws.
For this fluffy crochet throw blanket, I used two soft, cozy colors: Cream and Seafoam. This yarn is a super bulky #7 weight, made from 100% polyester, and it creates the most plush, luxurious fabric when worked up.
One of the things I love most about crocheting with Go For Fleece is how incredibly soft it feels in your hands while you work. The fluffy texture makes this project feel indulgent from the very first row. Creating a cozy, high-end finish.
Because this is a fluffy yarn, the stitches can be a little harder to see compared to smoother yarns. That said, the simple linen stitch works beautifully with this yarn and creates a thick, cozy fabric without complicated stitch work.
I love the final look of each yarn peaking throughout the blanket.
If you’re newer to plush yarn, I recommend crocheting by feel and using stitch markers.
Yarn Details
- Brand: Lion Brand Yarns
- Yarn Line: Go For Fleece
- Weight: Super Bulky (#7)
- Fiber Content: 100% Polyester
- Colors Used: Cream and Seafoam
- Texture: Fluffy, plush, and ultra-soft
Care Instructions
According to the yarn label, this blanket can be:
- Machine washed on gentle
- Laid flat to dry
This makes it a great option for everyday use, especially as a cozy throw or a baby blanket, since it’s easy to care for while still feeling luxurious.
Why You’ll Love This Fluffy Crochet Throw Blanket
- Plush and incredibly soft. This fluffy yarn creates a thick, cozy texture that feels amazing against your skin.
- Quick and easy to crochet. The simple linen stitch repeats make this a relaxing project you can work on while watching TV or visiting with family.
- Beginner friendly pattern. Perfect if you’re newer to crochet or just want an easy win that still looks beautiful and professional.
- Versatile sizing. Make it as a small lap blanket, cozy couch throw, or even a soft toddler blanket by adjusting the starting chain.
- Great for gifts. Handmade plush blankets are always a hit for baby showers, birthdays, or holiday presents.
- Perfect comfort. Simple, cozy, and practical, just the way we like things around here.
- The super bulky #7 weight helps the blanket work up quickly
- The plush texture gives a cozy, high-end finish
- The polyester fiber adds durability and softness
- The yarn pairs perfectly with a simple stitch pattern, letting the texture shine
About the Linen Stitch & Working with Plush Yarn
This fluffy crochet throw blanket is made using the linen stitch. A simple and beginner-friendly stitch pattern that works beautifully with plush yarn. The linen stitch creates a flexible, cozy fabric and allows the texture of the yarn to really shine without complicated stitch work.
Because this pattern uses a super bulky plush yarn, the stitches can be a little harder to see, especially in the first row. When working into the starting chain, you may need to gently tug the chain stitches apart to clearly see where to place your hook.
Once the first row is complete, the pattern becomes much easier. The crochet stitches are worked into chain spaces rather than individual stitches, which makes it simple to continue. Even with fluffy yarn where stitch definition is softer.
Directions: Quick & Easy Fluffy Crochet Throw Blanket
Skill Level
Advanced Beginner
While this blanket uses the chain stitch and single crochet, working with a plush, fluffy yarn can be a bit more challenging.
Gauge
Approximately: 5.8 stitches and 4.6 rows every 4 X 4 inches.
Finished Size
This pattern comes in four suggested sizes.
- Small Throw Blanket: 42 X 46 (Shown)
- Medium Throw Blanket: 50 X 50
- Large Throw Blanket: 60 X 60
- X-Large Blanket: 70 X 70
Varying the Size
To change the width, increase or decrease the number of chain stitches by any even number of stitches. Length can be adjusted by increasing or decreasing the rows.
Materials
Lion Brand Yarns Go for Fleece Sherpa yarn. #7 jumbo yarn weight. 100% polyester with 89 yards per skein.
I used two colors for this throw blanket: Cream, Seafoam
- Small Throw Blanket: 42 X 46 = 600 yards total. 3 skeins of Seafoam and 4 skeins of Cream. (Shown)
- Medium Throw Blanket: 50 X 50 = 780 yards total. 4 skeins of Seafoam and 5 skeins of Cream.
- Large Throw Blanket: 60 X 60 = 1,120 yards total. 6 skeins of Seafoam and 8 skeins of Cream.
- X-Large Blanket: 70 X 70 = 1,520 yards total. 8 skeins of Seafoam and 10 skeins of Cream.
15 MM Crochet Hook
Scissors
Yarn Needle
Measuring Tape
Abbreviations
- CH = Chain
- SC = Single Crochet
- SP = Space
- ST = Stitch
- STs = Stitches
- [ ] = Repeat Between
Pattern Notes
Written in US Terms.
This blanket uses the linen stitch, which is easy to repeat and works especially well with plush yarn. The first row may take a little extra patience as you work into the starting chain, but once you’re crocheting into chain spaces, the pattern becomes very simple and relaxing.
Helpful Video Tutorial
If you’re new to the linen stitch or would like a visual refresher, I’ve included a video tutorial that shows how to crochet this stitch using a medium-weight yarn, making the stitches easy to see. The same stitch pattern is used in this blanket, so you can follow along confidently before switching to plush yarn.
You can find Video Tutorials after the written pattern.
Color Changes & Yarn Ends
Color changes are made at the end of each row. When changing colors, join the new yarn using a secure square knot. With this plush sherpa-style yarn, the knot holds very securely.
After tightening the knot, trim the yarn tails to approximately ¼ inch. Because of the thickness and texture of the yarn — and the addition of the border — the yarn ends are fully concealed and not visible in the finished blanket.
If you prefer, you may leave longer tails and weave them in; however, this is not required for this pattern when using plush polyester yarn.
Always give your knot a firm tug to ensure it is secure before trimming.
Crochet Stitches
Chain Stitch (CH ST)
Begin the chain stitch by making a slip knot on the crochet hook. Leave about a 5-inch tail on the yarn. This will be weaved in later.
Next snug up the yarn loop that is on the crochet hook; while it should be firm, it should also be loose enough to slide on the hook with ease.
Keeping the loop on the hook, wrap the yarn over the crochet hook from back to front. Draw the yarn through the loop. You’ve just made a chain stitch. Continue yarning over and drawing the yarn through the loop on the hook to make more chain stitches.
HOW TO CROCHET THE CHAIN STITCH 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
Begin Crochet Pattern
Place a slip knot on your crochet hook.
Begin by making chain stitches.
- Small Throw Blanket: Chain 60 (Shown)
- Medium Throw Blanket: Chain 72
- Large Throw Blanket: Chain 88
- X-Large Blanket: Chain 102
Row 1
SC into 4th CH from hook, [Ch 1, Skip 1 CH, SC in next SP. Repeat from] repeat between [ ] to last CH where you end with a SC, turn.
Row 2
CH 2 (Doesn’t count as a ST). SC in first CH-1 SP in previous row (Note: not in the stitch itself, but in the space that was created by the CH. To do this, insert your hook in the space, yarn over and pull through the yarn and complete your SC). [CH 1, Skip 1 ST, SC in next SP]. Repeat between [ ] across to last CH where you end with a SC, turn.
Row 3 and Beyond
Continue working Row 2 until your desired length.
I started and ended this blanket with the seafoam yarn color. That way, the cream colored border will stand out better.
- Small Throw Blanket: 51 rows (Shown)
- Medium Throw Blanket: 55 rows
- Large Throw Blanket: 67 rows
- X-Large Blanket: 79 rows
Finishing
Use the tapestry needle to weave in any loose ends on the back side of the work. I like to weave back and forth 3 to 5 times. Cut off the excess yarn.
Crochet Border
Round 1
Join cream color yarn in any corner.
CH 1 (Doesn’t count as a ST). Work 1 SC between each ST and each row around with 2 SC in the corners. End the round with a SL ST into the first SC.
Round 2
CH 1 (Doesn’t count as a ST). Work 1 SC between each ST around with 3 SC in the corners. End the round with a SL ST into the first SC.
Note. I worked this round between the stitches as it is much easier to see where to place your crochet stitches.
Finishing
Use the tapestry needle to weave in any loose ends on the back side of the work. I like to weave back and forth 3 to 5 times. Cut off the excess yarn.
Video Tutorial on How to Crochet the Linen Stitch
This tutorial shows the crochet stitch using a medium weight yarn and when changing yarn colors at the ends of the rows, crocheting back over them to help them blend into the rows.
It is easier to see the stitches using a medium weight yarn.
How to Crochet the Linen Stitch
Watch this video on YouTube.
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Short video showing the crochet stitches using the Lion Brand Yarns Go for Fleece Sherpa yarn. #7 jumbo yarn weight.
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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.