A new beginner friendly chunky knitted blanket pattern, the Hearthstone Blanket, is now a free knitting pattern here on the blog. Read all about the simple blanket construction, scroll down for the free pattern to see what you need to make this knit and purl blanket knitting pattern or grab the printable PDF from my shop, Etsy shop, Ravelry shop or grab the Lion Brand Yarn and Pattern KIT.
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The Hearthstone Blanket is one of those projects that’s as fun to make as it is to snuggle under. With just knits and purls, you get this gorgeous, textured look that feels classic but still modern. The edges are neat and tidy thanks to the slip-stitch detail and ribbed border, so it looks polished without being complicated. It’s the kind of blanket that makes you want to curl up on the couch with a cup of tea and a good book.
Because it’s made with super bulky yarn, this blanket knits up super fast and feels extra squishy. The pattern comes with 10 different sizes, so you can make a stroller blanket, a throw for the living room, or even a king-sized cozy layer for your bed. Whether you’re knitting it for yourself or gifting it to someone special, the Hearthstone blanket is simple, satisfying, and guaranteed to keep you warm.
Hearthstone Chunky Knit Blanket Pattern Construction
The blanket is worked in one piece, in simple back and forth rows combining only knits and purls. On each side is an 8-stitch edge of k1, p1 ribbing with a slip stitch edge for a polished finish. The body of the blanket is worked in an 8 +1 stitch repeat.
Downloadable PDF for Hearthstone Blanket Knitting Pattern
Grab the printable PDF of the Hearthstone Blanket Knitting Pattern now in my shop, Etsy shop or on Ravelry shop or get the Lion Beand Kit:
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This knit blanket pattern is all about simple stitches with a big, cozy impact. Made with only knits and purls, it’s approachable for beginners yet creates a timeless, textured design you’ll enjoy for years. Paired with Lion Brand Re-Spun Thick & Quick®, the blanket works up quickly in a super bulky yarn that’s soft, warm, and sustainably made from recycled fibers. Choosing the kit makes it even easier — you’ll get the exact amount of yarn you need in your favorite colorway, along with the free pattern, so you can cast on right away without any guesswork.
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Before You Start Your Hearthstone Chunky Knit Blanket Pattern
Materials
Note: Although the blanket is knit flat in rows back and forth, because of the super bulky yarn weight, I recommend using circular needles with a long cable, especially for the bigger sizes. You might not be able to fit all the stitches on classic straight needles.
- LionBrand Re-Spun Thick & Quick Yarn (super-bulky 6, 100% Recycled Polyester, 204 m / 223 yd, 340 g / 12 Oz) in color night sky: 2 (4, 4, 4, 5, 6, 12, 19, 21, 23) skeins.
- Tapestry needle to weave in the ends.
Gauge
The gauge for this pattern is. In stockinette stitch, 10 st by 13 rows, for a 10 cm by 10 cm / 4” by 4” square.
Blanket Size
The blanket knitting pattern is available in 10 sizes, noted baby (receiving, toddler, crib – small, crib – regular, throw, twin, double, queen, king) throughout the pattern. Pictures illustrate the throw size.
The pattern is written for the following sizes:
| Blanket sizes | Inches | Centimeters | ||||
| Width | Length | Width | Length | |||
| Stroller / Baby | 29 | 33 | 73 | 85 | ||
| Receiving | 38 | 42 | 97 | 106 | ||
| Toddler | 41 | 50 | 105 | 127 | ||
| Crib – Small | 35 | 50 | 89 | 127 | ||
| Crib – Regular | 44 | 58 | 113 | 148 | ||
| Throw | 54 | 58 | 137 | 148 | ||
| Twin | 67 | 91 | 169 | 232 | ||
| Double | 89 | 108 | 225 | 274 | ||
| Queen | 98 | 108 | 249 | 274 | ||
| King | 107 | 108 | 273 | 274 | ||
You can easily adapt the size to your desired project size.
To adjust the blanket length, add/remove a full repeat. One repeat is 21 cm / 8.25” long.
To adjust width, add/remove a multiple of 8 st.
Abbreviations & Instructions
- st = stitch
- k = knit
- p = purl
- sl1p = slip 1 stitch purlwise
Repeat instructions between [] the indicated number of times or until the end of the round/row.
The final number of stitches is indicated at the end of the round/row between < >.
Special Stitches and Techniques
Slip stitch edge: Each row starts with a sl1p stitch to form a neat edge. Here is a short video tutorial to show you how.
Blanket Construction
The blanket is worked in one piece, in simple back and forth rows combining only knits and purls. On each side is an 8-stitch edge of k1, p1 ribbing with a slip stitch edge for a polished finish. The body of the blanket is worked in an 8 +1 stitch repeat.
The Actual Hearthstone Chunky Knit Blanket Free Pattern
For the visual learners, there is a chart of one full repeat after the written instructions below.
With your 9 mm / US 13 knitting needles, cast 73 (97, 105, 89, 113, 137, 169, 225, 249, 273) st.
Bottom Ribbing
Row 1: Sl1p, p1, [K1, p1] until last st, k1.
Row 2: Sl1p, [k1, p1] across.
Row 3 – 6: Repeat Row 1 – 2 twice.
Stockinette Section
Row 7: Sl1p, p1, [K1, p1] three times, knit until last 8 st, [p1, k1] across.
Row 8: Sl1p, k1, [p1, k1] three times, purl until last 8 st, [k1, p1] across.
Row 9 – 10: Repeat Row 7 – 8.
Seed Section
Row 11: Sl1p, p1, [k1, p1] three times, knit until last 8 st, [p1, k1] across.
Row 12: Sl1p, k1, [p1, k1] three times, knit until last 8 st, [k1, p1] across.
Row 13 – 14: Repeat Row 7 – 8
Row 15: Sl1p, p1, [k1, p1] to last st, k1.
Row 16: Sl1p, k1, [p1, k1] three times, [k1, p1] until last 9 st, k1, [k1, p1] four times.
Row 17: Repeat Row 15
Row 18: Repeat Row 8
Row 19 – 20: Repeat Row 11 – 12.
Diamonds Section
Row 21 – 24: Repeat Row 7 – 8 twice.
Row 25: Sl1p, p1, [k1, p1] three times, [k4, p1, k3] until last 9 st, k1, [p1, k1] across.
Row 26: Sl1p, k1, [p1, k1] three times, [p3, k1, p1, k1, p2] until last, knit until last 9 st, p1, [k1, p1] across.
Row 27: Sl1p, p1, [k1, p1] three times, [k2, p1, k3, p1, k1] until last 9 st, k1, [p1, k1] across.
Row 28: Sl1p, k1, [p1, k1] three times, [p1, k1, p5, k1] until last last 9 st, p1, [k1, p1] across.
Row 29: Sl1p, p1, [k1, p1] three times, [p1, k7] until last 9 st, p1, [p1, k1] across.
Row 30: Repeat Row 28.
Row 31: Repeat Row 27.
Row 32: Repeat Row 26.
Row 33: Repeat Row 25.
Repeat
Repeat Rows 8 – 33 another 2 (3, 4, 4, 5, 5, 9, 11, 11, 11) times.
Symmetrical Ending
Repeat Row 8 to 24.
Finish with ribbing: Repeat Row 1 to 6.
Cast off and weave in the ends.
Blocking
You are done with the knitting part. Make sure to weave in all the ends.
To make your blanket even prettier, help even your stitches, block your project.
Don’t skip this step as it can make a huge difference. Read my detailed tutorial on why block, how-to, and all my tips and tricks if you need help.
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