Crochet a Blanket in 6 HOURS! Beginner friendly pattern | CJ Design Blog

[@kristinapetrusova4347]

I think its important to say that u have to keep the loops on the beginning pretty loose, as a beginner i did not know that:D

[@heidigresham8012]

I usually do the beginning chain 1 hook size larger than the rest because I’m a tight crocheter

[@HaleyTesch]

I second this! Don’t have a crochet hook bigger than 12mm so had to really focus on making those stitches looser and keep them even!

[@lh412]

@@heidigresham8012 This is nice to know!

[@70sbrianmayismyboyfriend40]

why do you have to keep it loose?

[@victoriahodgdon1529]

@@70sbrianmayismyboyfriend40 It can be kinda difficult to get the hook in between the two loops if your tension is too tight.

[@erinh2704]

I made this for my husband, first blanket I ever made, he absolutely loves it! Perfect for beginners- thank you!

[@CJDesignblog]

You’re very welcome! ☺️

[@janicewhitley9900]

How many skeins did you use?

[@erinh2704]

@@janicewhitley9900 I want to say around 10 of the bernat forever fleece. He's 6'1" and the blanket is taller than him & I also made a border on it. I want to say 10 but it might have been more, sorry I don't remember!

[@janicewhitley9900]

@@erinh2704 thank you

[@joann5157]

This blanket is going to be my Christmas gift for several families. Sure beats doing an afghan with smaller yarn, and it looks very plush and comfy!

[@tiffymag]

The blanket pattern is herringbone half double crochet repeat.

[@Sans11526]

Yes she says that in the beginning

[@Maincoonlover254]

What size is the hook?

[@masumi1990x]

@@Maincoonlover254 12mm. It's in description box.

[@sophia23346]

Jesus loves you all no matter what he is coming back soon Jesus is king my savior my everything ❤

[@LunaSkye64]

How much yarn do I need to complete the pattern?

[@gayle8131]

Thank you for your easy to learn videos. I’ve crocheted for many years and never understood written instructions. Your videos are a blessing. Now, I’ve mastered different stitches and finally able to complete a project. Thanks so very much! ♥

[@EM-mi5yj]

Dani, I’m sitting here watching this video over and over and taking notes. My daughter and I are beginners and will be making this throw. I love jewel tones, so that’s my color choice. Taking notes helps me with video instructions. Haven’t started but will post when finished.

[@EmmasWorld233]

34 likes no comments Lemme fix dat

[@alyssaplayz6646]

im also taking notes for this to begin crocheting

[@cherylhowker1792]

I’m going shopping to the wool shop tomorrow to get some wool at this thickness to make a blanket for my Nan. Thanks will be a new stitch for me and being autistic I struggle with new things but I want to make a lovely thick blanket she can sit with in the lounge, now my grandad has passed away recently I think she needs something new, that wasn’t his or that they got together. Bless her has been hard and hoping it will help comfort her x

[@tsunamis82]

What a thoughtful and caring idea. I feel sure she will feel wrapped in your love.

[@sarfitch]

I hope it went well! Did you finish it?

[@cherylhowker1792]

@@sarfitch sadly no I couldn’t do the stich. Only did maybe 5-10 rows and it was all twisted. But since have brought her a nice blanket instead.

[@ASkylerRAlex]

I have to say THANK YOU!!!! I am using your technique to make my first item ever. It’s a blanket for my sister. It’s coming out really nicely so far! For my first try you made me feel like a pro. I’m still getting comfortable so I’m moving slow but my stitches look really nice! ♥️

[@jessywanders8829]

I'm a knitter and I've never crocheted before. I'm excited to start this pattern this week!

[@caelenbonoan8560]

Hello! Have you already tried crocheting? If yes, please tell me if it is great or not. Thank you!

[@adrianushale6851]

@@caelenbonoan8560 it is! I crochet, I haven’t tried knitting. For me, it seems way easier than knitting, but I believe takes a bit more yarn.

[@zedy3]

@@caelenbonoan8560it’s better than knitting. I used to knit but unless you knit a huge surface it’s better tbh

[@kendallpeak8511]

I knit and crochet too! I actually used to knit exclusively until last year, and now I definitely crochet more than knit. It's faster and less stressful if you have to go back to fix a mistake imo. I hope you're loving it!

[@IslaCrochet_Isla]

very easy to understand instructions. still watching in October 2024. thank you

[@vanillavinepottery]

This is a beautiful soft & cozy blanket. Thank you for the tutorial and the pattern. It is an easy pattern to follow and is much appreciated. That said, I'm not as fast as the creator of this blanket but I'm fairly fast once I get in my zone. She obviously is able to crochet this blanket in 6 hours. That didn't happen for me. I'm using 3 different colors #6 bulky yarn with a size 10 mm hook. It has taken me approximately 6-7 hours to get 1 foot of blanket crocheted. That means I have 4 more feet to go for a total of 60 inches and another 24 hours of crocheting. That's a total of 30 hours for the entire blanket. I'll need a border around my blanket as well because I tied the yarns together at the end of two rows/rounds per color and will need to hide the knots. This is a more realistic time frame for a novice or intermediate- beginner crocheter. Still, it can be done in a weekend and that's awesome! Happy Holidays to you all. I hope if you make this blanket as a gift your recipient enjoys it for years to come.

[@flaviafrohlich562]

I would like to start this pattern and am about to order! How do you close the blanket in the end? How do you make a border to not see knots? I am confused haha

[@bosladijackie8691]

Just when i thought it was easy i got lost starting at the 3 minute mark lol…. I’m going to watch this over and over because i want a beautiful blanket just like this

[@ameliaortiz5977]

Omg, I read this comment, then kept watching the vid and started getting lost too. Checked the time and was like "damn, I'm lost at around the same time 🤣"

[@bosladijackie8691]

@@ameliaortiz5977 😂😂😂

[@bramsrockhopper3377]

It’s because she made a mistake with the audio - she said to yarn over for all three parts of the stitch, but actually you just pull through the second part of it. You only yarn over before putting the hook through the next stitch and before pulling through the last two loops, not in the part where you should just pull through one of the loops. In that part of the audio she said to yarn over at all three stages… Hope it helps

[@heather4455]

Made this blanket today, I did adjust the size though because I wanted a larger blanket. I’ve gone through 4 skeins, I’ll need about two more to finish. I’m already in love with this blanket 🥹

[@mckennawiseman954]

How do you go about adjusting the size? Just increasing the initial start length?

[@redonnamalveau7034]

I just discovered your channel three weeks ago and yours is the first video clear enough for me to understand. I'm a first time crocheter and you inspired me to make my very first blanket! I wish you could see her. Thank you for my new obsession.

[@MommeeMadre1]

Thanks Dani! This works up just as Quickly as you say and the Bernat blanket yarn makes for such a Lux blanket . I have a special tip for you! I end up with a small amount of yarn after each blanket. I have worked those into a blanket for MYSELF! This gives me a special memory of the loved ones I have made blankets for in the past.

[@CJDesignblog]

Oh that is such a cute idea! 🥹🫶🏼

[@sophia23346]

Jesus loves you all no matter what he is coming back soon Jesus is king my savior my everything ❤

[@wintergirll]

This is a really sweet idea

[@MommeeMadre1]

@@sophia23346 bless you, sister!

[@2KITTIES-CLRR]

The method of joining yarn you've used here seems quite easy to do. I've been crocheting for over 45 years, and, saw it being done many years ago. Had forgotten about it until seeing this video, and, am so glad to have gotten the reminder of it here. TYSM for sharing this video with us. Love your channel bunches !!! 😉❣️🥰😻

[@CJDesignblog]

Thank you so much!

[@mariah2458]

currently working on a blanket, finished one skien and just added another with her method of joining. literally can’t see where i left the knot once i continued working!!! this tutorial is really good !

[@linwhitworth4794]

I always use this method of joining yarn, always works a treat.

[@sarahhuisman5254]

This method is a gamer changer and I love it!

[@kathistarr2493]

Thank you. You explained it so easy to understand and I appreciate that. That was the first time I have seen two yarns knotted.

[@gloriacharlenewillis-marse7382]

This was a great video. It was so instructive but took very little time. And the knot instructions to join the yarns was the best of all. I’ve seen several videos of this same knot that made it so complicated it was like a scientific formula. Thank you, thank you!

[@CJDesignblog]

You are so welcome!💕

[@Lorrainebreternitz]

Just finished my first blanket!! It took me 12 hours, but it was worth it. I think my Bernat Blanket yarn must be thinner than the one you used. I’m a pretty fast crocheter so I wasn’t expecting it to take that long, but it was super easy to do thanks to your tutorial!! I will be trying one of your other ones next!!!

[@tammygant4216]

Wonderful! I love learning new things. I've (probably) been crocheting longer than you've been alive and I've made lots of different things, but I learned two new things from your video! BIG THANKS!!!!

[@sophia23346]

Jesus loves you all no matter what he is coming back soon Jesus is king my savior my everything ❤

[@terryroggensee4103]

Great gift. Something I can do in front of T.V.. Quick and easy, used to do crochet gave it up because too time consuming. This will bring me back 🎉 Thanks ❤

[@charityrocks]

Thank you I have been struggling with the same yarn because the pattern I keep using is too tight. This one is perfect. ❤

[@01mrod]

Just by watching this one video, it's so informative and something a beginner can actually follow, you miss have earned a new subscriber. Thank you!

[@brandywoods1227]

I sincerely enjoy your channel the most for crochet instruction and I LOVE that you don't repeat the same thing for every-single-stitch. Unfortunately though I have used this join method on many projects and the knot doesn't hold. If the knot gets enough movement it comes undone for me. Maybe I'm doing it wrong but it's a very simple knot lol

[@Tay-vd6yb]

thank you for this tutorial, i'm just getting into crochet and most tutorials haven't been helpful for me but i found this one and im actually making progress for the first time and im gonna make this blanket and give it to my mum :) thank you ❤

[@skr2824]

Clever knotting and beautiful throw.

[@user-gb6hz9ud8j]

Absolutely beautiful blanket and color! I can see myself cuddling up with it with a bowl of popcorn and a Christmas movie binge day ❄️🎄

[@virginiaforsyth5901]

Really like the way you explain in simple terms and go slow enough so how the stitches are made can be followed Thank you

[@CJDesignblog]

I'm glad.you liked it! 😊

[@storieswithanne]

The only video that finally explained it so well that I managed to make my first crochet blanket for a complete beginner! Thank you!

[@CJDesignblog]

Wonderful!😊😊

[@linoleluminum2017]

love crocheted blankets

[@frijolsmom]

You are a great teacher!!! I have seen this knot before but the explanation were confusing but you made it sound very easy and even better, doable. Thanks for sharing you passion.

[@CJDesignblog]

You’re very welcome 🫶🏼🥰

[@CRWB814]

Y’all, yarn is so expensive!!😅

[@empresslioness33]

lol Frfr especially the blanket kind

[@MicheleWalkerWebb]

This is inexpensive at Joann's

[@Schwannie]

No shit

[@_SARAHBETH_]

Idk where you live but hobby lobby has yarn 30% off rn

[@Mariannax111]

For real where I live it’s $10-$15 for 1

[@wwatro3902]

I love the blanket patterns. Would love to see more!

[@maggieguerrero7260]

I like the way you explain the details. Makes it easier for me to try something like this.

[@janaytaylor2344]

I been trying to do this stitch for the longest now I have it down pack now so excited to do this blanket

[@kendallpeak8511]

This looks very easy! Thanks for making this tutorial for a blanket in 6 hours. Never heard of this stitch before either, so this is my "something new I learned today" thing. :D

[@CJDesignblog]

You are so welcome!

[@budgirl1368]

I’m very beginner and I am going to make this one. Thank you for an easy tutorial 🤗👍🏼👍🏼

[@ashleyasetzer]

This has taken me a lot longer than 6 hours but I appreciate your tutorial!

[@tinastalion6266]

So pretty and easy stitch. Thanks for showing us the invisible knot and this stitch for a lovely blanket. 😊🧶

[@sophia23346]

Jesus loves you all no matter what he is coming back soon Jesus is king my savior my everything ❤

[@michaelgibson5638]

Ha! I'm doing my blanket 48"x60".. I'm 48" wide, and 5" in.. 6 hours later. Hahaha I am using 5.5mm for a thicker blanket though. I've got 130 on my chain. And a complete beginner. Couple wash cloths, face cloth... Now a blanket for my daughter! :)

[@Maggie-rr8gi]

Your blankets are fantastic and beautiful. Thanks for all the patterns.

[@gumrock_]

The trick for merging skeins is genius, can't believe I never thought of it before!!

[@DallasBoricua]

Thank you for this short simple look at a fun project. Every year my daughter starts crocheting gifts for everyone. This year my sock is Mr. Grinch. Her husbands sock is Daffy Duck. (Too Funny.) Well, may you and your family have a great Holiday Season. Blessings to you and your family.

[@TooStinkinFine]

Just made this for my sister. Took me a little longer to finish because I got sick and didn’t want to get germs on it. I love it! Started one for myself today. It really goes fast and thanks for the knot tying tip. Saved me lots of time! God bless you and Merry Christmas!

[@goodmorningbeautifulhumans1638]

Look at Dr Sam Bailey’s videos and see how you’ve been lied to about germs

[@elizabethannegrey6285]

Lovely blanket - it drapes well and a stunning colour.

[@CJDesignblog]

Thank you! 😊

[@jennpreston8614]

Thank you so very much for this tutorial I just purchased the ad free one from you. I have been wanting to make a large one for my son and this is perfect timing for that. I know he will enjoy it very much.

[@CJDesignblog]

Oh I can’t wait for you to make one ☺️🫶🏼

[@michellelannan7380]

I have my supplies coming tomorrow to try this. Thank you for sharing ❤

[@3crx3]

I did enjoy the tutorial, it was very simple and easy to follow.I will definately be making this blanket!

[@alyssak3714]

I love the way you’ve explained it. Im a beginner and I’m so excited to try

[@cindynotaro4174]

Thank you for this easy tutorial I’m always looking for new patterns and challenges 😀 and thank you for showing how to join the yarn together 💐❤️

[@sophia23346]

Jesus loves you all no matter what he is coming back soon Jesus is king my savior my everything ❤

[@sophia23346]

Jesus loves you all no matter what he is coming back soon Jesus is king my savior my everything ❤

[@ashleyadams6803]

Great video! Clear and concise directions! I just finished a blanket for Christmas that took three weeks working on it every time I sat down! I think I will make this for me. I’ve subscribed, thanks!

[@Queen999_9]

What kind of threads did you use?

[@androullasophocleous7601]

Love this blanket I will make this for my granddaughter thank you.

[@marilynscott707]

Thank you for this Herringbone Stitch and for unique knotting technique. I will replace my Russian knot with this one now.

[@sophia23346]

Jesus loves you all no matter what he is coming back soon Jesus is king my savior my everything ❤

[@lindseyanderson7933]

This was super helpful, I’ve watched other videos and they talked too slow and went to slow when making the blanket. I’m going on a 16 hour road trip this week and am planning to make a few blankets! I love your other videos as well! ❤

[@rienasantana9898]

Thank you for this lovely blanket and your thorough method of explanation especially joining the yarn. Love your tutorial and looking forward to more💕

[@sophia23346]

Jesus loves you all no matter what he is coming back soon Jesus is king my savior my everything ❤

[@deedeeknight725]

This afghan is beautiful!! It will make a very nice gift! Thank you for sharing it!! 💗

[@ritawashere5787]

This is wonderful. Thank you for sharing your pattern!❤ also, I'm so thrilled that you showed how to join yarn. I wish I had known this years ago. I just shared this video on Pinterest, I hope it helps your channel. Thank you again.❤

[@deborahrambo6565]

I’m a frustrated crocheter. This is a project I would like to make. Thanks!

[@sheilagraham8543]

Thanks for your advice on knotting when joining yarn. Fantastic. 👍🙏❤️

[@michellewhy1026]

Hello, I've decided that crocheting is going to be a new hobby for me this year. I've been to other tutorials that helped me get started on my path. I don't think I'm at that point to start making this blanket,but your tutorial was so easy to follow and it's making me believe I can do this. Thank you for this and after a little more practice I'm going to do this blanket. Also, looking through your other videos and I didn't see and crochet handbags and I was wondering do you have any crochet handbag tutorials?

[@chrisellks4004]

CJ you are helping me to learn and love to crochet, so thank you

[@fadilahanugerah4377]

It's a beautiful pattern and very easy for a beginner. thank you for sharing this pattern ❤

[@sk13507]

love the easy blanket tutorial and I love the blanket yarn. Thank u

[@tashirose1244]

Any project would be appreciated but I love your super simple blankets so lush and comfy!

[@teresafleming3524]

This is a beautiful blanket! And you did a great job teaching us how to do it. I can't wait to start mine!!

[@keeganirene-vs2nz]

For those who are new there’s a much easier way to start your project do a 360 around your hook then yarn over make sure your working yarn not your tail end the longer one is on your side then chain one so yarn over then pull through tighten that and you have a knot then chain how ever many there’s plenty of video to show you how to do the SC/single crotch HDC/haft double crotch DC/double crotch And TC/triple crochet Have fun making stuff peeps

[@maryangela.beautifulenjoye5122]

I love that tutorial, I love the blanket, I,m going to make it when I go get some yarn, thank you so much❤️✝️🙏💕

[@sophia23346]

Jesus loves you all no matter what he is coming back soon Jesus is king my savior my everything ❤

[@HappinessSparkles]

My grown kids would love these , I m definitely making one for sure

[@schatzkelsin3599]

Starting this tonights. Thanks sooo lots. Dem Beginner tutorials are live savers🙌. Thanks pearl🤗

[@louyou6614]

girk update

[@lovereid13]

I definitely crocheted my stitched too tight but holy moly this has taken me 20 hours plus and I’m definitely not done yet. I’m making the large throw size (so it’s not even that big) but it’s definitely taking me WAY longer than 6 hours 😅

[@lovereid13]

I should mention I’m fairly new to crochet lol this is my first blanket 😂

[@sydneyholcomb8210]

Beautiful . Thank you .I must crochet tight with this yarn you look effortless .

[@lizbrevard4238]

This is my first time tuning into your channel and I really love your blankets. They are quick to make and beautiful to look at. Keep doing quick, easy blankets. Thank you.

[@donicabryant7741]

Thank you so much for this awesome tutorial for beginners! I plan on starting this project today!

[@sophia23346]

Jesus loves you all no matter what he is coming back soon Jesus is king my savior my everything ❤

[@MadonnaGrogan]

Me too, so well explained

[@forest_maiden]

@@sophia23346You must have a LOT of time on your hands to be writing this same reply under every single comment. Jesus isn’t real either.

[@delulufemale]

Thank you for the tutorial. I'm going to try this with my non dominant hand😁😁😁❤️

[@myblueskye777]

This just might inspire me to try crocheting again!

[@heatherroosendaal4570]

Beautiful. Pklease continue ❤. Now to find the right yarn!

[@peaches2839]

Thank you! It is beautiful and so easy. I wanted to find one that would be big and soft for gifts.

[@ludelbrown8913]

So nice and simple in have being crocheting from age 12

[@TrailBlazingTurtle]

I made this blanket once, and on my second one. The first one the 68 chain seemed to short so I added 10 stitches which I didn't think would be a big deal... I ended up adding 2 more skeins and now it covers my full/queen size bed. I am now on my second one, the 68 chains still seems too short (I know it is an afghan but I like mine a little bit bigger) so I added 4 chains, I just finished up one skein and it seems like 4 wont be enough

[@debeexing04]

hi how many chains in total did you use for the one that covers the full size bed? was it 68? thanks!

[@Ophelia11]

Yeah, the blanket used in the thumbnail seems like it would be way more than 4 skeins.

[@reginajones27]

Please do more blankets, bags, hats for beginner crochet stitchers. I like this video.

[@jenniferollivierre5640]

WOOOOW ur BLANKET looks awesome, I've saved it 🤗 in all my yrs of crocheting, I've NEVER seen a join LK this... "Thank u soooo MH 4 ur tip" 🙏 STAY SAFE & BLESSED

[@sharonhucherson4722]

I would love to see more blankets and granny squares ❤I’m going to make that blanket oh i just subscribed to your channel. That was simple thank you for that

[@devilanonymous3625]

Very nice explaination in a detail way thanks to you for coming up to us with beautiful designs

[@c.l.b1667]

I always wanted to learn crochet.I might give it a try.

[@laylawalley4447]

I made this!!! Gonna make a bunch for Xmas 😌

[@quinmcmullen9437]

Thank you I am going to make this blanket. This weekend ❤

[@rosamcbride7705]

I can't wait to make this blanket..❤ it

[@annamariewilke303]

That joining is so clever

[@BeverlyFravel]

Thank you for the beautiful and easy crochet blanket instructions. I like the tutored patterns.😊

[@michelleconey3627]

Can't wait to try this. Thanks for this lovely pattern. Keep them coming.

[@CJDesignblog]

You’re very welcome ☺️☺️

[@jackiekitchennowordsneeded587]

I really like this easy pattern. I cannot wait to make it.

[@lyndahaycox7219]

Beautiful introduction , thank you very much.

[@perundingambina6479]

Thank you! My very first easiest blanket!!

[@CJDesignblog]

You’re welcome 😊

[@rebekahsprlyan6982]

Can’t wait to try this one!!

[@sebastianof01]

I can't wait to try this one! Thank you

[@nancyherman570]

Great tutorial! Pretty stitch 😊 Love your channel! So happy I found you ❤

[@CJDesignblog]

Aw! Thank you! I’m so happy you’re here 💕

[@tcannon1381]

Love this!!! Simple to understand…Thank you ❤

[@SomewhereInIndiana1816]

very pretty!

[@glowlight69]

I just learned knitting, I have to come back to this

[@glengagni4771]

I can’t wait to try this pattern! Thanks so much for sharing!

[@amberleon3261]

Question? When going through the first row it looks like you only went through one not 2 loops of the beggining 68 chains. At around 2:42 min marker on the video can you please clarify ?