19 Bulky Yarn Crochet Blanket Patterns
Find a chunky yarn crochet blanket you're sure to fall in love with in this collection.

Bulky yarn crochet blanket patterns are the absolute best blankets to make. Chunky afghans are super cozy, soft, deliciously warm, and they work up crazy fast, so get your hands on one now! If the winter chill has got you shivering, there is no better way to stay warm than by crawling under a handmade afghan.
Afghans make the best gifts, so you can keep these in mind to make for loved ones around the holidays or for other occasions like winter birthdays or Valentine's Day. Because you're using bulky yarn, the blankets are faster to make and so wonderfully heavy and warm when completed. Don't delay! Make these free crochet patterns for super bulky yarn and stay warm all winter.
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Bulky Yarn Crochet Blanket Patterns
- Hand Crochet Chunky Blanket
You may have heard of arm knitting, but have you heard of hand crochet? Learn how to crochet large scale with the Hand Crochet Chunky Blanket tutorial. This video tutorial teaches you the basics of hand crochet, and with the added information in this blog post, you will learn how to hand crochet an entire blanket.
Get the Pattern - Chunky Icelandic Blanket
Channel the comfort of cuddling up on a chilly Icelandic day when you learn how to crochet this incredibly comfy crochet blanket pattern. The Chunky Icelandic Blanket Pattern works up quickly and is an easy-to-create blanket that will last a long, long time. If you are on the hunt for a quick and cute DIY gift, consider working up this cuddle-worthy, free crochet pattern.
Get the Pattern - Super Soft Granite Crochet Blanket
Okay, so you need a blanket, but you’ve only got one weekend to make it. Or, maybe you’ve got plenty of time, but you are new at crochet. Or, it’s for a special gentleman in your life so it has to be simple and 'manly' enough for him. You can get satisfy all three of these needs with the Super Soft Granite Blanket!
Get the Pattern - Under 6 Hours Crochet Throw Pattern
Make a free crochet throw pattern to create your own afghan in just under six hours. That's right: you can crochet an entire afghan in just one night. Easy crochet patterns are perfect for beginners and this one is sure to keep you busy. This fast and fun work-up shows you how to crochet a throw pattern that will add some cuddly options to any room in your house.
Get the Pattern - Dream Puffs Crochet Blanket
Originally designed as a baby blanket, this squishy afghan comes with directions for several different sizes. It's a bulky yarn crochet afghan pattern for everyone!
Get the Pattern - Snowdrifts Crochet Afghan
Use captivating super bulky yarn with metallic thread to make this afghan! The sparkly thread with winter colors reminds one of a day skiing or the first snowfall of the season.
Get the Pattern - Simple Go To Crochet Blanket
This amazingly simple pattern creates a dense fabric which is perfect for a cozy, cuddly blanket. Using chunky yarn, you’ll create a beautiful blanket in either a baby size or throw blanket size. This is a perfect “go-to”, no fail pattern for last minute baby shower gifts or anytime you’re wanting to tackle a blanket!
Get the Pattern - Crochet V-Stitch Afghan
Make a lapghan to cover your legs while curling up with a good book. Because of their size, lapghans work up quickly. They make the perfect gift those of us who love to sit in our favorite chair and crochet, read, or watch TV.
Get the Pattern - Quick Granny Stripes Lapghan Crochet Pattern
Crochet with four (!) strands of yarn held together at once! You'll wind up with a uniquely colorful afghan and it will work up super quickly. Lapghans are a great option for anyone who is wheelchair bound or in need of a leg covering.
Get the Pattern - Basketweave Twists Afghan
A chunky crochet blanket like this one has awesome texture and can be used for almost any occasion. Learn how to crochet the basketweave design for a great housewarming gift for a loved one, or for yourself!
Get the Pattern - Cozy Crochet Blanket Pattern
The loose weave in this crochet pattern takes overheating into consideration and maintains a level of warmth that's just right. Worked up with deliciously soft baby blanket yarn, this crochet blanket could be the coziest cuddle buddy you'll ever own.
Get the Pattern - Foolproof Afghan Pattern
This is easily one of our most popular afghan patterns on the site. It's so easy to make, bulky, and wonderful for couch time! If you're looking for free afghan patterns to crochet mindlessly in front of the television, the foolproof afghan is for you.
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Love love love afghans? Find our favorites in our collection of 51 Free Crochet Afghan Patterns for Beginners
Free Crochet Baby Blanket Patterns Using Bulky Yarn
- Striped Chunky Blanket
Keep baby nice and warm with this brightly colored striped chunky blanket! Worked up in a chunky yarn, this blanket is quick and easy to make and is comfortable for napping and sleeping.
Get the Pattern - Stuffed Animal Crochet Blanket
This may not look like an afghan, but it sure is! This easy crochet blanket can be rolled up to look like a huggable bear or unrolled to form a soft afghan for your infant to sleep on.
Get the Pattern - Easy Done in a Day Baby Blanket
This baby blanket crochet pattern is about as easy as it gets. As long as you can chain and double crochet, you can whip up one of these easy baby blankets yourself.
Get the Pattern - Easy Weekend Crochet Baby Blanket
A super bulky yarn and a size Q crochet hook make this baby blanket super manageable to make in a weekend! The body of the blanket is worked in the crunch stitch, which is a combination of half double crochet and slip stitches.
Get the Pattern - Wavy Rainbow Crochet Baby Blanket Pattern
This is a lovely rainbow blanket! You only need one skein of each color, so you won't be breaking the bank. The colors in this afghan are eye-catching and fun, making it perfect for a child's room.
Get the Pattern - Plush Basketweave Baby Blanket Pattern
Wrap your baby up in the coziest blanket you'll ever make. The bulky yarn works up quickly, and the basketweave pattern looks gorgeous once you master the technique. Basketweave translates so well to blanket patterns because it gives them a rich texture.
Get the Pattern - The Coziest Crocheted Baby Blanket Ever
This darling blanket is squishy with a pretty colorful yarn for baby! Rows of front loop double crochet give this baby blanket a nice texture, and you'll finish the easy pattern in no time!
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Love a pattern but need it to be a different size? Learn how to resize afghans with our helpful guide: How to Resize Crochet Afghan Patterns
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