Looking for a chunky crochet blanket pattern you can actually finish? Here are 22 free ones: jumbo-yarn throws that work up in a weekend, plush chenille blankets in Bernat Blanket yarn, cozy moss-stitch and cable-look throws, quick baby-size blankets and a super chunky granny square. Every pattern is free in full on the designer's own site, with written rows and stitch counts and no sign-up. Thick yarn and a big hook mean fewer stitches, so a chunky blanket is the fastest way to make a handmade Christmas gift that looks like it took weeks.
For each pattern I've noted the yarn, the hook, the finished size and how Row 1 starts, so you can match a pattern to the yarn in your stash. A quick guide to the yarn labels: super bulky (6) is yarns like Bernat Blanket and Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick, and jumbo (7) is yarns like Bernat Blanket Big and Wool-Ease Wow. A few patterns below use bulky (5) yarn; I've flagged those. Many designers sell an optional ad-free PDF, but the full pattern is free on the page. Not sure which weight you have? Our yarn weights guide explains every number.
Quick weekend throws in jumbo yarn
These use the thickest yarns and the biggest hooks, often only 30 to 50 stitches across. Most are one stitch repeated, so they're ideal for beginners and for watching a movie while you work.
Todd's Blanket — Eye Love Knots. A 47 x 53 inch throw in 10 skeins of Bernat Blanket Big (jumbo 7) on a giant 25mm (US 50) hook. Chain 36, then it's single crochet in every row. About as simple as a blanket gets. The designer suggests two strands of regular Bernat Blanket held together if you can't find Big.
Jumbo Easy Crochet Blanket — Just Be Crafty. Lap (about 45 x 47 inches) and throw (about 57 x 60 inches) sizes in Bernat Blanket Big on a 25mm hook. Row 1 is half double crochet; after that you work hdc in the back loop only, which gives soft ridges. Labeled beginner friendly.
Koma Kulshan Jumbo Blanket — Hook Yarn Carabiner. About 45 x 60 inches in 4 skeins of a weight 7 yarn on a 25mm (U) hook. It starts with 31 foundation single crochet, and the body is one easy hdc and chain-1 row repeated. Save at least 300 grams of yarn for the border.
2-Day Chunky Throw Blanket — Pattern Princess. Four sizes, from 45 inches square up to 70 x 80 inches, in Bernat Blanket Big on a 30mm hook. Row 1 is double crochet; post stitches build a chunky basketweave texture. Rated advanced beginner to intermediate, and some row wording takes a careful read.
Easy Super Chunky Throw Blanket — OkieGirl Bling'n'Things. About 48 x 52 inches in Lion Brand Wool-Ease Wow (jumbo 7) on a 15mm (Q) hook. Chain 50, then double crochet every row. The materials list says 3 skeins; the designer bought 5 and had 2 left over, so 3 is right, but an extra skein is cheap insurance.
3 Hour Afghan — Crochet Dreamz. A 37 x 36 inch blanket from just 2 skeins of Bernat Blanket on a 10mm (N/P) hook. Row 1 is single crochet, then rows of 3-dc clusters. A truly quick gift for a baby or a reading chair. A few makers mention the edges curling, so a border helps.
Plush chenille blankets in Bernat Blanket yarn
Bernat Blanket is the classic "chunky blanket yarn": soft, velvety and machine washable. It hides stitches, so count carefully and use stitch markers.
Puffy and Dreamy Chunky Throw — Pattern Princess. A full 51 x 66 inch throw in 5 skeins of Bernat Blanket on a 9mm (N) hook. Row 1 is chain-2 V-stitches, and front post double crochet gives it a puffy, raised texture. Rated intermediate.
Chunky Moss and Puff Throw — Daisy Farm Crafts. A 47 x 54 inch throw in 5 skeins of Bernat Blanket on a 10mm hook, with gauge given (8 stitches and 8 rows to 4 inches). Moss stitch rows alternate with puff stitch rows. The designer notes the puff rows ripple a little in thick yarn, which adds to the cozy look.
Mint Choco Chip Blanket — Crochet Dreamz. A 36 x 40 inch blanket mixing Bernat Blanket and Bernat Baby Blanket on a 10mm hook. Row 1 is (2 hdc, ch 2, hdc) in the 4th chain, which builds a bumpy, bean-like texture. Easy enough for beginners, with US terms.
Splashing Waves Blanket — Crochet Dreamz. A small 28.5 x 33 inch lap or baby blanket in Bernat Blanket on a 10mm hook. Double crochet, single crochet and front post stitches make a gentle wave. A good weekend project for a car seat or stroller.
Textured, woven and cable-look throws
These take a little more attention but look like heirloom pieces. Most use Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick, which shows stitch texture better than chenille.
Winter Woven Throw — Rich Textures Crochet. A 43 x 50 inch throw in 9 balls of Wool-Ease Thick & Quick on a 10mm (N/P) hook, with gauge given. Alternating front and back post double crochet makes a woven, ribbed look. Rated easy. The stitch count in Row 1 differs by one between two lines, so count your first row.
Forest Lodge Chunky Throw — Mama In A Stitch. Lapghan (41 x 30 inches) and throw (41 x 50 inches) sizes in Wool-Ease Thick & Quick on an 11.5mm (P) hook. Chain 64; Row 1 alternates slip stitches and hdc for an even moss texture that's easy for new crocheters.
Lodge Woven Throw — Mama In A Stitch. The sister throw, in 40 x 35 or 40 x 53 inch sizes on the same 11.5mm hook. It uses a long double crochet linen stitch. If you can double crochet, you can make this.
Cable Blanket — Hooked on Homemade Happiness. About 50 x 64 inches in bulky (5) Loops & Threads Charisma on an 8mm (L) hook. Row 1 is 130 single crochet, then crossed post-stitch cables and popcorns. Intermediate, and a showpiece for a sofa. Uses bulky, not super bulky, yarn.
Timeless Cable Crochet Blanket — Leelee Knits. A 33 x 59 inch throw in Paintbox Simply Chunky on a 6.5mm (K) hook. Row 1 is hdc, and the cables are front post treble and double crochet. Don't be fooled by the site name: this one is crochet.
Meandering Moss Stitch Chunky Blanket — Stitching Together. A 43 x 56 inch blanket in bulky (5) Premier Puzzle on a 6.5mm (K) hook. Row 1 is single crochet and chain-1 moss stitch, which looks lovely in a variegated yarn. Rated easy.
Moss Blanket — Bella Coco Crochet. About 39 x 45 inches in Stylecraft Special XL super chunky on an 8mm hook. A beginner-friendly moss stitch with a video. It's written in UK terms, but the page has a toggle to switch to US terms.
Baby-size chunky blankets
Chunky baby blankets are quick and squishy. For newborns, pick a breathable stitch and keep blankets out of the crib for sleep. Find more in our crochet baby blanket patterns, and pair one with a matching crochet lovey.
Weekend Ombré Baby Blanket — love. life. yarn. About 32 x 38 inches from just 2 skeins of Bernat Blanket Ombré on an 11.5mm (P) hook. Chain 50, then hdc every row while the ombré yarn does all the color work. Very beginner friendly.
Easy HDC Baby Blanket — Left in Knots. A 36 inch square in bulky (5) Bernat Baby Marly on a 9mm hook. Row 1 is hdc, and the rest are hdc in the back loop only for a soft ribbed texture. Fast and easy.
Granny squares and corner-to-corner
Super Chunky Gia Afghan — Eye Love Knots. One giant granny square in Bernat Blanket on a 9mm (M/13) hook. All seven sizes are free, from a 10.5 inch lovey to a 61 inch throw: just keep going until it's big enough. Round 1 is the classic 12 dc granny start. Rated beginner. More motifs are in our crochet granny square patterns.
Mock Granny Stitch Blanket — Crochet Dreamz. A 40 x 41 inch blanket in Bernat Blanket and Blanket Baby on a 10mm hook. It's worked in rows of paired hdc that look like granny stripes, with no squares to join. The color names in the materials list don't match the rows, so plan your stripes first.
Easy C2C Striped Baby Blanket — love. life. yarn. About 36 inches square in Bernat Blanket Stripes and Bernat Baby Blanket on an 11.5mm (P) hook. Corner-to-corner in super bulky yarn goes very fast, and the self-striping yarn makes the pattern. Rated easy.
Tips for a chunky blanket that turns out right
- Buy all your yarn at once, from the same dye lot. A chunky throw can use 5 to 15 skeins, and lots vary in color.
- Chain loosely, or use a hook one size bigger for the foundation chain. A tight chain makes the bottom edge pull in.
- Count often in chenille. Bernat Blanket hides stitches; a marker in the first and last stitch of every row stops the edges drifting.
- Join new skeins mid-row with a few stitches of overlap rather than a knot, which can pop out of slippery chenille.
Frequently asked questions
What yarn is best for a chunky crochet blanket?
Super bulky (6) yarns like Bernat Blanket or Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick & Quick are the most popular. For an even faster blanket, jumbo (7) yarns like Bernat Blanket Big or Wool-Ease Wow work up in a few hours. Chenille is the softest; wool blends show texture best.
What size hook do I need for a chunky blanket?
Most super bulky patterns use a 9mm to 11.5mm hook (M/N to P). Jumbo (7) yarn needs a 15mm to 30mm hook. Always check the pattern's suggested hook and make a small gauge swatch if size matters.
How much yarn do I need for a chunky throw?
A typical 50 x 60 inch throw takes about 1,000 to 1,400 yards of super bulky yarn, which is 5 to 6 skeins of Bernat Blanket. Baby blankets usually need 2 to 3 skeins. Check each pattern's materials list and buy one extra skein.
What's the easiest chunky crochet blanket for a beginner?
Start with an all-single-crochet or all-hdc pattern like Todd's Blanket, the Jumbo Easy Crochet Blanket or the Weekend Ombré Baby Blanket. You only need one stitch, and the big yarn makes your stitches easy to see.
More cozy blankets and home makes
For more throws in every weight, see our crochet blanket patterns for fall and winter. Finish the sofa with matching crochet pillow patterns and a crochet basket to hold the blankets, or browse our crochet winter home decor. A chunky throw is a perfect big gift; plan it alongside the rest of your list with our Christmas crochet planner, or pick a smaller project from our quick weekend crochet gifts.
