Hello friend! I’d like to introduce you to the Weekend Snuggle Throw. It’s a quick crochet blanket made with super squishy chunky chenille yarn, so it it works up very fast. This is a project that you can start after work on Friday and be enjoying it by Sunday! If you’ve never finished a blanket before, try this one, I promise you’re not only going to finish it, but you’re going to love it!
The full pattern is free right here on the blog, along with a step by step video tutorial, yarn info, and all my best tips for working with chunky yarn.
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Why You’ll Love This Quick Crochet Blanket
- It’s quick! The pattern is worked with a chunky chenille yarn and a 10 mm hook! So each row you finish adds a decent amount of mileage on your blanket. Gotta love a quick win project.
- It’s easy! If you can chain, single crochet and double crochet you can make this blanket!
- It’s super soft Demi Purl has a velvety chenille feel that feels super luxurious and cozy
- It makes a great gift This blanket can be easily finished in a weekend. Perfect for a quick, easy and thoughtful gift.
If you’re looking for more easy crochet blanket patterns, check them out here!
A Perfect Last Minute Gift Idea
As I mentioned above, this crochet blanket makes for a perfect last minute gift idea. Its a great one not only for the holidays but as a get well gift too! It works up with basic crochet stitches and bulky yarn so can get it done very fast, which is perfect if something unexpected comes up for a friend or family member in need of a thoughtful pick me up.
The blanket is so cozy and something anyone would love to receive. To make the perfect gift even more complete, pair it with the recipient’s favorite sweet treat or a pair of slippers. Who wouldn’t love that?
How to Get The Pattern
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The Best Yarn for This Blanket
Choosing the right yarn for a blanket makes a huge difference, especially with a chunky pattern like this one.
I used Loops & Threads Demi Purl in Rose Violet, Cashmere Rose, and Pale Lilac. It’s a #6 super bulky chenille yarn from Michaels with a plush, velvety texture that feels amazing as a finished blanket. It also works up fast and is super easy to see your stitches with (for a fuzzy yarn), which makes it great for beginners.
Yarn Substitutes
Can’t find Demi Purl? No problem! This pattern works with other chunky blanket yarns too.
Bernat Blanket
Premier Yarns Parfait Chunky
Premier Basic Chenille
King Cole Warm & Toastie Yarn
Video Help
I made a video tutorial to help walk you through this project! To follow along, click on the play button below.
Skill Level
This project is beginner friendly and easy to do once you’re comfortable with the following skills:
- Chaining
- Single crochet
- Double crochet
- Attaching new yarn
- Weaving in your ends
Once you have the above skills under your belt, this blanket will be a breeze!
Yarn
- Super Bulky #6-weight, 100% polyester yarn
- 1368 yds
- 1251 m
- 2250 g
Suggested Yarn
- Loops & Threads Demi Purl, Super Bulky #6-weight, 100% polyester yarn in three colors
- Each ball is 152 yds / 139 g / 250 m
- 3 balls Rose Violet (Color A)
- 3 balls Cashmere Rose (Color B)
- 3 balls Pale Lilac (Color C)
- Each ball is 152 yds / 139 g / 250 m
Suggested Hook
- 10 mm
- Or size needed to obtain gauge
Notions & More
Finished Measurements & Sizing
This blanket pattern is written in one size, a large throw blanket
- Finished measurement is about 50″ x 72″ (127 x 190.5 cm)
Gauge
- 7 stitches over 6 rows = about 4″ (10 cm) in main pattern stitch.
Abbreviations
- ch chain
- dc double crochet
- sc single crochet
- st(s) stitche/es
Notes
Read all notes before starting this pattern.
Construction
This crochet blanket is worked flat back and forth in rows. This blanket is designed to use up all the yarn as you go. When a color block is almost finished, continue to work in pattern until you have worked your last full row with enough yarn to spare to weave in your ends. If you don’t reach the end of a row or there’s not enough yarn to weave in your end, pull that row out until you have one final completed row.
Special Techniques
The texture of this blanket is made up with a combination of single crochet and double crochet stitches. Starting Row 2, you’ll be working both a single crochet and double crochet into the single crochets of the row below, and skipping over the double crochet stitches.
Color Blocks
This blanket is made up of three colors in three color blocks. Each color block is about 24″ (61 cm) long. You can expect to crochet about 34-36 rows per color block.
Customization
- This blanket is written in one size, however you can customize it by adjusting how many starting chains and rows you complete. Just note that adjusting the pattern will change your yarn requirements so be sure to adjust your yarn quantity as needed.
- Adjusting Width: To make the blanket wider or narrower simply subtract or add more chains to the foundation chain (see stitch multiple below).
- Adjusting Length: To make a shorter or longer blanket, simply add or take away rows to get to your desired length.
- If making three color blocks like the sample shown, take your desired length measurement and divide it by 3. This is the measurement you’ll want to crochet up to for each of the three color blocks. For example, each color block in the sample shown is about 24″ (61 cm)
Stitch Multiple
Chain any even number or a multiple of 2 + 2.
- For example this blanket starts with 86 chains. Here is the breakdown:
- 84 (a multiple of 2) then add 1 (for the last stitch of the row), then add 1 more (for the foundation chain).
- 84 + 1 + 1
- 84 (a multiple of 2) then add 1 (for the last stitch of the row), then add 1 more (for the foundation chain).
Weekend Snuggle Throw Blanket Pattern (starts here)
With Color A chain 86
Row 1 (setup row): Starting in the 2nd ch from hook, sc, dc in next. *Sc in next ch, dc in next ch; repeat from * until one chain remains, sc in last ch, turn. (85 sts)
Row 2: Ch 1, starting in first st of the row sc and dc in same st, sk the next st, *sc and dc in next st, sk the next st; repeat from * across the row until one stitch remains, sc in last st, turn. (85 sts)
Repeat Row 2 in color A until you’ve completed the last full row with enough yarn to spare to weave in your end. If you run out of Color A before the end of the row, rip out your work until your last completed full row.
Attach Color B, and repeat Row 2 and above repeat instructions.
Attach Color C, and repeat Row 2 and above repeat instructions.
Finishing
Once you’ve finished crocheting with Color C, cut yarn and secure. Weave in all ends.
Blocking
Blocking is not recommended for this project. You can however, gently wash and dry your blanket according to yarn instructions.
Enjoy!
FAQ
Is this a good chunky crochet blanket pattern for beginners?
Yes! It only uses [basic stitches], and the chunky yarn makes your stitches easy to see. It’s one of my favorite first-blanket projects.
How long does it take to crochet this blanket?
Most people can finish it in about 10-12 hours. That’s one weekend if you get some cozy crochet time in!
How many skeins of yarn do I need?
You’ll need 9 balls of Demi Purl for the size shown. See the yarn yardage section if you’re using a different yarn.
Can I make it bigger or smaller?
Absolutely! Add or subtract stitches from your starting chain [in multiples of X], and keep working rows until it’s the length you want.
Can I use Bernat Blanket instead of Demi Purl?
Yes! Bernat Blanket is a great swap. Just check your yardage so you buy enough.
Can I sell what I make?
Yes! You’re welcome to sell finished blankets. Please credit “Pattern by Just Be Crafty” with a link back here. 💛
