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Chunky Knit Blanket Pattern

Chunky knit blanket patterns are an ideal starting point for beginners, since the thick yarn and large stitches make it easy to see your progress and knit up a cozy throw quickly. This page gathers blanket designs in bulky and super bulky weights, perfect for first-time knitters or anyone wanting a fast, warm project.

Find matching yarn in All Yarn or explore more designs in Blanket Knitting Patterns.

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All These Places
All These Places

Downloadable PDF, English

$6.00
Valley Yarns WEBS Emerging Designer Sproutlet Blanket
Valley Yarns WEBS Emerging Designer Sproutlet Blanket

Downloadable PDF, English

$5.99
Hayfield 5349 Blankets Knitting Pattern
Hayfield 5349 Blankets Knitting Pattern

Downloadable PDF

$5.00
Happy Endings
Happy Endings

Downloadable PDF, English

$6.00
Valley Yarns Peppermint Kiss Knitting Pattern
Valley Yarns Peppermint Kiss Knitting Pattern

Downloadable PDF, English

$5.99
Valley Yarns Harbor Knitting Pattern
Valley Yarns Harbor Knitting Pattern

Downloadable PDF, English

$5.99
Valley Yarns Tavares Blanket Knitting Pattern
Valley Yarns Tavares Blanket Knitting Pattern

Downloadable PDF, English

$5.99
4676 Blankets Knitting Pattern
4676 Blankets Knitting Pattern

Leaflet, English

$5.50
Valley Yarns Carcross Knitting Pattern
Valley Yarns Carcross Knitting Pattern

Downloadable PDF, English

$5.99
Valley Yarns Forest Pansy Knitting Pattern
Valley Yarns Forest Pansy Knitting Pattern

Downloadable PDF, English

$5.99
Valley Yarns Herringbone Blanket Knitting Pattern
Valley Yarns Herringbone Blanket Knitting Pattern

Downloadable PDF, English

$5.99
Valley Yarns Five College Blanket Knitting Pattern
Valley Yarns Five College Blanket Knitting Pattern

Downloadable PDF, English

$5.99
Tahki Yarns Breckenridge Blanket Knitting Pattern
Tahki Yarns Breckenridge Blanket Knitting Pattern

Downloadable PDF, English

$6.00
Valley Yarns Cardamom Knitting Pattern
Valley Yarns Cardamom Knitting Pattern

Downloadable PDF, English

$5.99
Malabrigo Springbanks Blanket Knitting Pattern
Malabrigo Springbanks Blanket Knitting Pattern

Downloadable PDF

$5.00
Valley Yarns Gloucester Knitting Pattern
Valley Yarns Gloucester Knitting Pattern

Downloadable PDF, English

$5.99
Valley Yarns Wind Sea Blanket Knitting Pattern
Valley Yarns Wind Sea Blanket Knitting Pattern

Downloadable PDF, English

$5.99
Valley Yarns Lacewing Knitting Pattern
Valley Yarns Lacewing Knitting Pattern

Downloadable PDF, English

$5.99
Valley Yarns Charette Knitting Pattern
Valley Yarns Charette Knitting Pattern

Downloadable PDF, English

$5.99
Valley Yarns Strobus Knitting Pattern
Valley Yarns Strobus Knitting Pattern

Downloadable PDF, English

$5.99
Debbie Bliss Tumbling Blocks Blanket Knitting Pattern
Debbie Bliss Tumbling Blocks Blanket Knitting Pattern

Downloadable PDF, English

$5.00
Tahki Yarns Bay View Blanket Knitting Pattern
Tahki Yarns Bay View Blanket Knitting Pattern

Downloadable PDF, English

$6.00
Valley Yarns Welcome Home Blanket Knitting Pattern
Valley Yarns Welcome Home Blanket Knitting Pattern

Downloadable PDF, English

$5.99
Out of Stock Fiber Trends 111LC Reversible Cabled Afghan Knitting Pattern
Fiber Trends 111LC Reversible Cabled Afghan Knitting Pattern
$6.00
Tahki Yarns Iris 3-Piece Baby Set Knitting Pattern
Tahki Yarns Iris 3-Piece Baby Set Knitting Pattern

Downloadable PDF, English

$6.00
Valley Yarns WEBS Emerging Designer Series Summer eBook
Valley Yarns WEBS Emerging Designer Series Summer eBook

Downloadable PDF, English

$9.99
Valley Yarns Mitchella Blanket Knitting Pattern
Valley Yarns Mitchella Blanket Knitting Pattern

Downloadable PDF, English

$5.99
Tahki Yarns Caldwell Afghan Knitting Pattern
Tahki Yarns Caldwell Afghan Knitting Pattern

Downloadable PDF, English

$6.00
Plymouth Yarn Cabled Afghan Blanket Knitting Pattern
Plymouth Yarn Cabled Afghan Blanket Knitting Pattern

Downloadable PDF

$5.00
Alltan Cable Blanket
Alltan Cable Blanket

Downloadable PDF, English

$6.00
Fir Cone Lace Blanket
Fir Cone Lace Blanket

Downloadable PDF, English

$6.00
Valley Yarns Columbia Basin Knitting Pattern
Valley Yarns Columbia Basin Knitting Pattern

Downloadable PDF, English

$5.99
Plymouth Yarn P Knitted Baby Afghans Pattern
Plymouth Yarn P Knitted Baby Afghans Pattern

Downloadable PDF

$5.00
Tahki Yarns Sunrise Mountain Blanket & Pillow Knitting
Tahki Yarns Sunrise Mountain Blanket & Pillow Knitting

Downloadable PDF, English

$6.00
Little Moments
Little Moments

Downloadable PDF, English

$6.00
Tahki Yarns Cannon Beach Blanket Knitting Pattern
Tahki Yarns Cannon Beach Blanket Knitting Pattern

Downloadable PDF, English

$6.00
String Baby Sprout Blanket Knitting Pattern
String Baby Sprout Blanket Knitting Pattern

Downloadable PDF

$7.00
Berroco Corey Blanket Knitting Pattern
Berroco Corey Blanket Knitting Pattern

Downloadable PDF, English

$6.00
String Finn's Blanket Knitting Pattern
String Finn's Blanket Knitting Pattern

Downloadable PDF

$7.00
Knitting Fever Everly Throw Pattern
Knitting Fever Everly Throw Pattern

Downloadable PDF

$5.00
Waffles
Waffles

Downloadable PDF, English

$6.00
Valley Yarns Bas-Relief Blanket Knitting Pattern
Valley Yarns Bas-Relief Blanket Knitting Pattern

Downloadable PDF, English

$5.99
Berroco Wood & Steel Blanket & Pillow- Portfolio Knitting
Berroco Wood & Steel Blanket & Pillow- Portfolio Knitting

Downloadable PDF

$6.00
Noro Woven Stitch Blanket Knitting Pattern
Noro Woven Stitch Blanket Knitting Pattern

Downloadable PDF

$6.00
Out of Stock Plymouth Yarn 647 Baby Alpaca Brush Greatest Hits... Refreshed
Plymouth Yarn 647 Baby Alpaca Brush Greatest Hits... Refreshed
$5.00
Lana Grossa Blanket Knitting Pattern
Lana Grossa Blanket Knitting Pattern

Downloadable PDF

$6.00
Noro Textured Blanket Knitting Pattern
Noro Textured Blanket Knitting Pattern

Downloadable PDF

$5.00
String Little Waves Blanket Knitting Pattern
String Little Waves Blanket Knitting Pattern

Downloadable PDF

$7.00
Whipped Blankets
Whipped Blankets

Downloadable PDF, English

$7.00
Noro Entrelac Blanket Knitting Pattern
Noro Entrelac Blanket Knitting Pattern

Downloadable PDF

$6.00
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Tips for Knitting a Chunky Knit Blanket

A chunky knit blanket pattern is a popular project for new knitters because the bulky yarn and big needles mean a blanket comes together in just a few sittings. Whether you're making a simple garter-stitch throw or trying a textured design, a few basics will help your blanket turn out well.

Choosing a Pattern and Yarn

Look for patterns written specifically for bulky or super bulky yarn, since gauge matters even on a large scale, and a pattern like the Tavares Blanket or Herringbone Blanket will specify the right weight for the look. Pair your pattern with a sturdy bulky yarn so the finished blanket holds its shape and drapes well rather than feeling stiff or overly heavy.

Knitting Tips for Beginners

Chunky knit blankets are forgiving of small mistakes because the stitches are large and easy to read, making them a great first project alongside simpler pieces from Babies' and Toddlers' Blanket Knitting Patterns. If you prefer crochet, many of the same cozy, quick-to-finish ideas appear in Chunky Yarn Crochet Patterns.

Finishing and Care

Weave in ends carefully on chunky projects, since loose tails are more noticeable with thicker yarn, and always check the yarn label for washing instructions before laundering your finished blanket.

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