If you’re looking for something quick and easy, then this super bulky yarn throw pattern is for you. It’s mindless and can be worked up in a day or so, depending on how much time you have to crochet.

A super bulky throw draped over a chair.

I chose a solid color to match my couch, but this pattern would be easy to work up in cheerful or neutral stripes. Another option would be color blocks, if that is something that you already have going on in your home. Thus, it’s a great pattern for cleaning up your stash while making something cozy for your home.

The Stitch Pattern

This afghan pattern uses very simple stitches, making it perfect for beginners who have mastered the basic crochet stitches and are ready for the next step. The stitches used are the double crochet stitch, the half double crochet and chain one spaces.

The beginning and end of the rows are worked a bit different because I wanted the edges to be straight, but I didn’t want to add an edging. In addition the written instructions, I’ve also included a video tutorial at the end of the free pattern in case you need it. Basically the rows are increased at one end and then decreased at the next end to maintain the same number of stitches across the rows.

The Finished Size

The finished size is for a throw blanket with a measurement of 48″ by 60″. But, you can easily adjust the width as needed by increasing or decreasing your starting chains in any multiple of two. The length, you simply crochet in the pattern until you’ve reached the size you need.

I’ve got a handy blanket sizes chart to help take the guesswork out if you’re planning on making this as a gift for someone.

The Recommended Yarn

I used Bernat Blanket yarn, which is a super bulky weight yarn, 100% polyester material. The yarn not only works up quick, but it’s also super soft.

I used three skeins of yarn to make this, which when you do the math, makes this a cheap blanket to make as gifts for family and friends.

The recommended crochet hook for the yarn is an 8mm, but I used a 12 mm. I find a larger hook helps to keep the stitches loose, and thereby results in a nice drape. It’s totally up to you as to which hook you want to use. Just remember to make adjustments to your starting chains to make sure that it will come out at the size that you need.

As much as I love this yarn, I have to let you know, it is a polyester material, which can cause headaches for some who are sensitive.

If you find yourself in that situation, and still want a bulky blanket, you can work this up in a regular worsted weight acrylic yarn using two strands of yarn. Red Heart Comfort or Red Heart Super Saver are two excellent worsted weight yarns that you could try.

With that said, you can basically crochet this up in any yarn and hook size and have it coming out good. You can use regular worsted weight acrylic yarn with an H or an I crochet hook.

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