Close to Home Chunky Blanket

Close to Home Chunky Blanket by Sonya Blackstone

Project Overview

The Close to Home Chunky Blanket is a crochet throw blanket designed by Sonya Blackstone, perfect for cozy home relaxation. This project features a super bulky weight yarn construction that works up quickly, making it an ideal weekend crochet project. The finished blanket measures 34.5 inches wide by 41 inches long, providing comfortable coverage for snuggling on the couch while watching your favorite show.

What Is Being Made

This is a crochet blanket throw crafted from super bulky weight yarn in a three-color colorway. The design combines pink, white, and gray yarns to create a modern, home-inspired aesthetic. The blanket is sized as a medium throw, suitable for draping over furniture or wrapping around yourself during relaxation.

Crochet Techniques and Stitches

The Close to Home Chunky Blanket employs fundamental crochet techniques appropriate for intermediate-level crafters. The pattern utilizes the following stitches:

• Chain (ch) – The foundational stitch used to create the base of the blanket
• Double Crochet (dc) – A core stitch that builds height and structure throughout the design
• V-stitch (V-st) – A decorative stitch that creates texture and visual interest in the blanket
• Yarn Over (YO) – A fundamental technique used in conjunction with other stitches

The pattern includes special stitches that are detailed in the stitch guide section of the downloadable PDF. These techniques combine to create a blanket with dimensional texture while maintaining the fast-working quality that super bulky yarn provides.

Materials and Tools

The Close to Home Chunky Blanket requires super bulky weight yarn (#6 weight classification) in three coordinating colors:

• Pink (A) – 30 ounces / 500 yards (primary color)
• White (B) – 10 ounces / 160 yards (accent color)
• Gray (C) – 10 ounces / 160 yards (accent color)

The project requires an N/P/10.00mm crochet hook, which is appropriately sized for working with super bulky yarn. Additional materials include scissors for finishing. The gauge is established at 4 v-stitches by 5 rows equaling 5 inches, which helps ensure proper sizing and drape of the finished blanket.

Skill Level and Project Difficulty

Classified as an intermediate difficulty level, the Close to Home Chunky Blanket is accessible to crocheters with foundational skills who are ready to expand their technique repertoire. The use of super bulky yarn accelerates the project completion, allowing crafters to see results quickly despite the intermediate skill classification. This makes it an excellent choice for weekend projects or as a gift item.