Carlo Chunky Crochet Blanket Pattern
The Carlo is a quick and chunky crochet blanket pattern. Super bulky yarn means this blanket crochets up fast. The free crochet pattern includes multiple sizes so you can crochet a cozy throw, lapghan or larger blanket.
Quick and chunky, the Carlo Baby Blanket is an easy blanket pattern. The simple stitches and one repeat row make working up this easy crochet pattern a great way to keep hands busy while watching t.v. or listening to your book.
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The texture on this chunky blanket is divine. And it’s such a simple technique – just alternating stitches in the back loop and front loop.
I love the super bulky yarn for chunky crochet blanket patterns. It works up quick and it’s cozy. Plus if you’re using it on the floor to lay a little one on, then it’s thicker and makes for better padding!
This Simply Chunky yarn* made a really soft cozy blanket. I love how Paintbox has lots of colors available! Scroll on down for the free crochet blanket pattern.
Yarn Substitutions: Can I substitute yarns? Yes, of course! You can use any #6 superbulky yarn. I know many crocheters love Bernat Blanket Yarn and Lion Brand Wool Ease Thick & Quick for these chunky blankets.
For this blanket, I use a regular single crochet on the first few rows, the first and last stitches of each row and the last few rows to form a subtle border.
This is the perfect gift for a baby boy. The texture is beautiful and it’s sure to be a hit at baby showers.
This is an easy pattern. An entire blanket of only the single crochet stitch and just a one row repeat.
Depending on your level of crochet experience, it’s a great project for relaxing. Plus chunky baby blanket patterns work up so fast using that super chunky yarn.
More Free Crochet Baby Blanket Patterns
The Ava is an easy crochet baby blanket pattern made with large squares.
If you are looking for a worsted weight yarn blanket, the Alessio is beautiful and mostly use the double crochet stitch.
Read on for what you need to crochet this bulky weight yarn blanket.
Materials
- 9 mm crochet hook US Size M/N-13*, or hook size needed to meet gauge, yarn needle, measuring tape, scissors
- #6 superbulky yarn, pictured in Paintbox Yarns Simply Super Chunky* (100% acrylic; 66yd/60m, 3.5oz/100g); color: Slate Green (10) skeins of yarn, or 650 yds/594m of comparable yarn for smallest baby size; see below for more larger sizes.
- Baby Size 32”/81cm x 38”/97cm estimated yarn: 650yds/594m
- Throw Size 54”/137cm x 60”/152cm estimated yarn: 1296yds/1185m
- Twin Size 66”/168cm x 90”229cm estimated yarn: 2376yds/2173m
- Full Size 80”/203cm x 90”/229cm estimated yarn: 2880yds/2633m
- Queen Size 90”/229cm x 90”229cm estimated yarn: 3240yds/2963m
- King Size 108”/274cm x 90”229cm estimated yarn: 3880yds/3548m
Notes
- Ch 1 does not count as a stitch.
- For best result check gauge before beginning.
Stitches/Abbreviations
blo – back loop only
ch(s)-chain(s)
flo – front loop only
fsc – foundation single crochet
rep – repeat
sc – single crochet
sl st – slip stitch
rep – repeat
st(s) – stitch(es)
Video Tutorial
The Cara Scrubby features the same stitch pattern as this blanket. You can check out the video tutorial on how to work this alternating stitch pattern on my YouTube.
Skill Level
Beginner – Easy
Gauge
4”/10cm x 4”/10cm = 9 sts x 8 rows in pattern
Finished Dimensions
Pictured as 32”/81cm x 38”/97cm blanket size; see below for different sizes:
- Baby Size 32”/81cm x 38”/97cm
- Throw Size 54”/137cm x 60”/152cm
- Twin Size 66”/168cm x 90”229cm
- Full Size 80”/203cm x 90”/229cm
- Queen Size 90”/229cm x 90”229cm
- King Size 108”/274cm x 90”229cm
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Easy Chunky Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern
The Carlo is a quick and chunky baby blanket crochet pattern. Super bulky yarn means this blanket crochets up fast. The free pattern includes multiple sizes so you can crochet a throw, lapghan or larger blanket.
Materials
- #6 superbulky yarn, pictured in Paintbox Yarns Simply Super Chunky (100% acrylic; 66yd/60m, 3.5oz/100g); color: Slate Green (10) balls, or 650 yds/594m of comparable yarn for smallest baby size; see below for more sizes.
- Baby Size 32”/81cm x 38”/97cm estimated yarn: 650yds/594m
- Throw Size 54”/137cm x 60”/152cm estimated yarn: 1296yds/1185m
- Twin Size 66”/168cm x 90”229cm estimated yarn: 2376yds/2173m
- Full Size 80”/203cm x 90”/229cm estimated yarn: 2880yds/2633m
- Queen Size 90”/229cm x 90”229cm estimated yarn: 3240yds/2963m
- King Size 108”/274cm x 90”229cm estimated yarn: 3880yds/3548m
Tools
- 9mm US Size M/N-13 crochet hook,
- tapestry needle,
- measuring tape,
- scissors
Instructions
- Row 1. FSC 70 (118, 144, 176, 196, 236) if you're unfamiliar with foundation stitches then use the chain instructions below:
- OR ch 71 (119, 145, 177, 197, 237) and sc in the 2nd ch and in each ch across, turn. (70, 118, 144, 176, 196, 236 sts)
- Row 2. Ch 1, sc in same st, sc in next stitch and in each st across to the end of the row, turn. (70, 118, 144, 176, 196, 236 sts)
- Row 3. Rep last row 2 more times (4 rows total), or until work measures 2”/5cm tall.
- Row 4. Ch 1, sc in same st and in next 2 sts, *{flo sc in next st, blo sc in next st} rep from * until there are 3 sts left, sc in last 3 sts, turn.
- Rep Row 4 until work measures 36”/91cm (58”/147.5cm, 88”/223.5cm, 88”/223.5cm, 88”/223.5cm, 88”/223.5cm) long, or to your desired length.
- Rep Row 2 for 4 rows total = 2”/5cm.
- Cut yarn and weave in ends.
Notes
If you want to add an additional border, you can join yarn with a sl st to any corner. Single crochet evenly around the entire blanket. In each corner place (sc, ch 1, sc). When you get back around to your first st, join with a sl st. Now you can add any border you like or finish off. Remember any changes will require more yarn.
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