Easy Chunky Crochet Blanket Pattern Using One Stitch

Couldn’t we all use a little comfort now and then?! This easy chunky crochet blanket pattern is the epitome of comfort. Made with bulky-weight yarn and a large crochet hook, it’s a relaxing project that works up quickly and creates a cozy blanket that’s perfect for snuggling.

The best part? You only need to know one stitch—the half double crochet! Once you get into the rhythm, you can let your mind wander or get lost in a good movie while you crochet.

What makes this blanket a little different is where you place the stitches. Instead of working each half double crochet through the usual top two loops, you’ll work between the posts of the stitches in the row below. This creates a beautiful, subtle texture without the horizontal yarn-over bar typically seen in rows of half double crochet.

I love the finished effect! And not only is this chunky crochet blanket a comforting project to make, but it’s also wonderfully cozy to cuddle up with afterward.

Easy Chunky Crochet Blanket Pattern

Pattern Details

• Skill level: Easy
• Yarn: Bulky-weight yarn (weight 5)
• Hook: 12 mm (US 17) crochet hook
• Finished size: Approximately 49 × 70 in. (124.5 × 178 cm)
• Gauge: Approximately 5 hdc and 5 rows = 4 in. (10 cm), worked in the blanket stitch pattern
• Construction: Worked flat in rows using half double crochet stitches placed between the posts

Materials

• Approximately 1,215 yd (1,110 m) bulky-weight yarn, shown here in Lion Brand Hometown, San Diego Navy
• 12 mm (US 17) crochet hook
• Scissors
• Yarn needle for weaving in ends

Crochet Abbreviations

ch = chain
hdc = half double crochet
st(s) = stitch(es)

This pattern uses U.S. crochet terminology. For additional help, see my Crochet Abbreviations guide and U.S. to U.K. Crochet Conversion Chart.

Special Stitch: Half Double Crochet Between Posts

The half double crochet (hdc) stitch is worked as usual, but instead of inserting your hook through the top two loops of the stitch below, you’ll insert it between the posts of the stitches.

To work a half double crochet:

1. Yarn over.
2. Insert your hook into the indicated space between stitch posts.
3. Yarn over and pull up a loop.
4. Yarn over and pull through all three loops on your hook.

Working between the posts creates a slightly different texture and minimizes the horizontal yarn-over bar usually visible across a row of half double crochet stitches.

Pattern Notes

• The beginning ch 2 counts as the first hdc throughout the pattern.
• The blanket is worked back and forth in rows.
• To adjust the width, change the starting chain length.
• To adjust the length, continue repeating the pattern row until your blanket reaches the desired measurement.
• Check your gauge before starting, especially if substituting yarn.

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Chunky Crochet Blanket Instructions

Foundation chain: Ch 61 (or until the desired width of the blanket is reached).

Row 1: Work 1 hdc in the 3rd ch from hook (skipped 2 chs count as first hdc) and each remaining ch across; turn — 60 sts.

Row 2: Ch 2 (counts as hdc), work 1 hdc between the posts of each stitch across, turn – 60 sts.

Rows 3 through 83: Repeat Row 2 through Row 83 or until desired blanket length is reached.

Fasten off and weave in ends.

That’s it! Simple, right?!

This chunky crochet blanket pattern is perfect when you want something relaxing to work on without having to concentrate on complicated stitch repeats. And when you’re finished, you’ll have a wonderfully soft, cozy blanket to enjoy.

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