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Stay warm & cozy in our Chunky Star Stitch Crochet Blanket. With a gorgeous Picot stitch border, this crochet throw blanket is sure to impress. And with our easy-to-follow video tutorial, even beginners can tackle this project with confidence. The perfect blanket to add to your crafting collection.
Below you will find everything you need to crochet the Chunky Star Stitch Crochet Blanket, including the yarn, hook, materials, free written pattern for blog subscribers, pictures and a video tutorial. If you like this free star stitch crochet blanket pattern, please share!
Why you should consider crocheting a chunky star stitch crochet blanket
Crocheting is a wonderful way to relax while creating something beautiful and useful at the same time. Have you ever tried crocheting the star stitch? This crochet blanket can be a perfect introduction to the star stitch, and it will produce a warm and cozy throw blanket that is perfect for snuggling up on a cold day.
Here are a few reasons why you should consider crocheting a chunky star stitch crochet blanket.
- 1. It’s easy to learn. The star stitch looks more complicated than it actually is. With a little practice, you’ll have it down in no time. This stitch creates a beautiful texture that is perfect for a cozy throw blanket.
- 2. It’s really warm. The chunky yarn used for this project creates a thick, warm blanket perfect for snuggling up on a cold day. Once you try it, you may never want to return to a worsted-weight blanket again.
- 3. It makes a great gift. The star stitch crochet blanket is a perfect gift for any occasion. You can customize it with different yarn colours to match the recipient’s style. Plus, who doesn’t love a cozy blanket? I made this blanket for my granddaughter. The soft colour and amazing texture make it a perfect backdrop for photos.
Crochet a blanket border
I added a feminine and dainty Picot stitch border to the star stitch crochet blanket. It’s so easy and quick to crochet and adds the ‘wow’ factor to this blanket. It’s the perfect size for my daughter and her little one to snuggle up in, but it also makes the perfect soft textured backdrop for photos. Pair it with a Snuggle Me Organic Baby Lounger. Baby feels so soft and cozy that it’s perfect for snapping those perfect pics!
Why crochet a chunky blanket?
Chunky yarn is an excellent choice for crocheting a blanket for a few reasons:
- 1. It’s warm: Chunky yarn is thicker than most other yarn weights, which means it has more insulation properties. When crocheted, chunky yarn creates a warm, extra-thick fabric that’s perfect for wrapping up in on a cold winter night.
- 2. It works up quickly: Because the yarn is thicker, you can create a blanket with fewer stitches and, as a result, you can finish a project more quickly. This makes chunky yarn perfect for crocheting blankets, especially if you’re short on time.
- 3. It’s easy to work with: Chunky yarn is easier to work with than finer yarns because the stitches are more pronounced, making it easier to see where to place your hook when completing each stitch. This makes it a great choice for beginners or those with visual impairments.
- 4. It creates texture: Chunky yarn is great for creating texture in your crochet projects. This is especially evident in a blanket, where the texture adds interest and depth to the finished product.
Overall, chunky yarn is an excellent choice for crocheting a blanket because of its warmth, speed, ease of use, and texture. When making a chunky blanket, you can create a soft and snuggly masterpiece in no time!
Yarn needed to crochet a chunky blanket
I’ve chosen Mary Maxim Titan for the star stitch crochet blanket. it’s an affordable 100% acrylic yarn that comes in a fantastic selection of modern colours. Although this yarn may feel stiff when working up, it washes really well and comes out so soft. You’ll love the softness and durability of this yarn.
Bulky Weight #5
100% Acrylic (80 yds/85g)
Shown in Cottonwood
Yarn Substitutions
Titan Bulky is a heavy Bulky weight #5 yarn. Alternatives yarns you may wish to try are Charisma, found at Michaels by Loops and Threads, Lion brand Hue & Me, as well as Bernat Softee Chunky. Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick and Quick is an excellent acrylic/wool blend that will work well with this pattern; it is thicker, so you may need to use a larger hook, and the blanket will come out a little larger.
You can also use two strands of your favourite worsted-weight yarn to equal the equivalent bulkiness. This is a good option if you struggle to find a good substitute.
Crochet Hooks needed for a chunky star stitch blanket
US M/N-13 (9mm)
US L-11 (8mm)
or size needed to obtain gauge
Additional Supplies Needed for Chunky Star Stitch Blanket
Scissors
Measuring Tape
Crochet Blanket Sizing
The sample blanket shown in the pictures is 48″ x 52″ in size, and the pattern in this size is available for free. I’ve also included a baby blanket size and a large-size throw blanket in the PDF PATTERN available for purchase.
Crochet Pattern Gauge
5 star stitches and 5 rows equal to 4″ in star stitch pattern with 9mm crochet hook
Construction
The blanket is worked in rows from the bottom up. The star stitch is worked on the RS of the blanket, and hdc sts are worked on the WS of the blanket. The blanket is finished with a single crochet and picot stitch border worked in the round. Step-by-step video tutorial included http://bit.ly/3mqjZwa
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Video Tutorial
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Abbreviations
Written in Standard American Terms
Ch – Chain
Hdc – Half Double Crochet
Lp – Loop
Rep – Repeat
RS – Right Side
Sc – Single Crochet
Sc5tog – Star Stitch
Sk – Skip
Sl St – Slip Stitch
Sp(s) – Space(s)
St(s) – Stitch(es)
WS – Wrong Side
Y0 – Yarn over
( ) – Work step in parentheses in indicated stitch
Special Stitches
There are several different ways to crochet the Star Stitch. I liked this version of the Star Stitch from Dora Does. I preferred how she ended with a star stitch rather than with a hdc. You can check her blog post out HERE.
Beg sc5tog (Star Stitch) – Pull up a lp in the 2nd ch from the hook, pull up a lp in the next 4 chs (or next ch and next 3 sts), 6 loops on the hook, yo, pull through all 6 loops, ch 1 (creates the eye of the star).
Sc5tog (Star Stitch) – Pull up a lp in the eye of the previous star, pull up a loop by going through the leg of the last loop of the previous star, pull up a lp in the base st of the previous star, pull up a loop in the next 2 sts, 6 loops on the hook, yo, pull through all 6 loops, ch 1.
End sc5tog (Star Stitch) – Pull up a lp in the eye of the previous star, pull up a loop by going through the leg of the last loop of the previous star, pull up a lp in the base st of the previous star, pull up a loop in the last st, 5 loops on the hook, yo, pull through all 5 loops, ch 1, turn.
Blanket
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Throw- 48″ x 52″
Worked in multiples of 2 + 3
Row 1 (RS):
With larger hook ch 113, beg sc5tog, sc5tog next 2 sts across to the last st, end sc5tog, turn—55 stars.
Row 2 (WS):
Hdc in the eye of the first star, 2 hdc in each eye across, hdc in the last sp, turn—110 sts.
Row 3:
Ch 3, beg sc5tog, sc5tog next 2 sts across to the last st, end sc5tog, turn—55 stars.
Rows 4-62:
Rep Rows 2 & 3 ending with Row 2.
Border
The border is worked in an odd number.
Round 1 (RS):
With the smaller hook ch 1, work 1 sc in each st across, 2nd last st add 2 sc, last st add 3 sc in the corner (pm in 2nd st), work 91 sts evenly along the side of the blanket (3 sts/2 rows) at the corner add 3 sc (pm in 2nd st), work 109 sts evenly along the bottom of the blanket, last st add 3 sc in the corner (pm in 2nd st), work 91 sts evenly along the side of the blanket, last st add 2 sc (pm in 2nd st), sl st in the first sc to join—412 sts.
Round 2 (WS):
Ch 1, work *1 sc in each st to marker, in marked st add 3 sc; rep from * around, sl st in the first sc to join—420 sts.
Round 3:
Ch 1, in the first st (sc, ch 3, sc), sk st, *(sc, ch 3, sc) in the next st, sk st; rep from * around, sl st in the first sc to join. Fasten off and weave in ends.
Finishing
The yarn may seem a little stiff before washing. Washing will significantly soften the yarn. Wash and dry per the yarn label directions and enjoy.
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