Hey friends! I created this blanket size guide a couple of years ago, but wanted to share it again as we head into fall. Whenever I make a blanket, I’m always trying to figure how big I want it to be and how much yarn I’ll need. Each time I would have to go searching online for the size that it should be (whether a baby blanket, throw blanket, double bed size etc). The hope is that this simple reference will make it easier for you and I when we get into blanket making. 🙂
I love blankets because you can take almost any stitch that you like and turn it into a beautiful blanket. This is what I did with my “Chunky Icelandic Crochet Blanket” using a stitch that has a fun bubbly texture. In most cases you can simply make a chain as long as one side of the blanket needs to be (take into account the multiples you might need for the stitch pattern), and crochet until you reach the size that you need. For knitting, you’d cast on as many stitches as you want it wide, and knit until it reaches the length that you need.
My favorite blanket size to knit or crochet is the lapghan because it works up quickly and isn’t too big and bulky. That’s what I kept in mind when I designed the Cuddly Quick Knit Throw blanket as well.
My favorite size blanket is the lapghan size – just like the Cuddly Quick Knit Throw
When looking for the right size for blankets online, you can get overwhelmed pretty quick. I noticed that a few different sizes were listed for the same type of blanket. What this tells me is that maybe it’s not so important to be exact on sizing in some cases. However, I did find a site that I believe is really reliable and many of you may have heard of it before. It’s Project Linus, and you can see their blanket sizing HERE . Their site used to have all sizes of blankets, but now they list them from premie to teen only. They help to organize and donate volunteer made blankets to children and teens in need. You can read about them and how to get involved HERE. I used their sizing for the baby blanket in my chart, as they know what the hospitals prefer. If a hospital prefers it, it’s probably a good size!
You’ll also notice that I’ve included the lapghan size in the chart above. Again, this is my fave size and is also great for toddlers as well as folks in wheelchairs.
I hope this chart will be helpful as you create your own blankets! What size blankets do you like to make?
Blanket Sizing Reference
Happy blanket making my friends!
XO
Jessica
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I am going to try your beautiful chunky blanket! Thank you for posting it!!
You’re welcome Suzie! I hope you’re happy with it as you make it!
I’ve made several of these blankets but I used yarn for a baby blanket with muti-colors. I make them a little larger than a regular sized baby blanket so they can be used longer. I’m currerntly making one in shades of denim with 4 ply worsted weight yarn for me.
Love this but I’m new to crocheting and like to know the number in the foundation row for each size. Thanks so much.
I want to make a queen size blanket with soft and shiny yarn. It’s a medium yarn and suggests using us9 needles. How many stitches will I need?
Hi Jessica,
I’m just about to start this gorgeous Icelandic afghan! I purchased 9 skeins of Lion Brand Thick ‘n Quick at Michael’s – they had a sale – buy 2 get one free! So I opted for the Oatmeal color. I love the way the stitch looks: nice and dense, that’s what I like. And the yarn has wool in it which I prefer – I’ve done a swatch and it’s a dream to crochet with, very soft, and so very relaxing! I’ll post a picture of it when I’m done. Thanks for the pattern!
Hi Mary! I’m so glad that you are liking it. I bet it is GORGEOUS in the oatmeal color! I can’t wait to see it all finished up!!
How big are you making it? Wha size hook are you using?
Thx
That thick and quick yarn makes an amazing blanket. I made a blanket with it holding 2 stand together and it came out so Awesome.
Thank you so much <3 I will make a baby blanket for my soon to be born niece 🙂
Love from Norway
Hi Unn! I’m so glad this can help you out for your blanket. Congrats on your new niece. Love hearing from you all the way from Norway!
I am new to crochet and I plan to make the chunky blanket in the twin size which is 89×94 so would my foundation be long to meat 89inches
Hi Rosalind- I would make the chain(using an even amount of stitches) the length or width of the blanket you want, which is the twin bed size. Then crochet as the pattern says until you reach the length desired. If you want to be even more precise you could do a small swatch with an even stitch count and then multiply the amount of chain stitches you made times how many times larger it would need to be to make your blanket. Hope this helps! Our gauges can be a little different, so hope this helps!
Great pattern,.Hook size depends on how tight or loose you work.Tis not an exact science.Enjoy the task at hand.
I want to make this for a friend but in size 48×60. Now I’ve never made anything from a pattern before so need help. If I’m using 18sts-4# with 191 yards per skeins. How many skeins do I need to buy for the size I want? Thanks for your help and time! Laura
Thank you for this beautiful pattern! I am new to crotchet and want to know if I want to make a full sz blanket how many chains would be in my foundation chain? Thank you for your help. Warm Regards, Carol
Thank you for this beautiful pattern! I am new to crotchet and want to know if I want to make a full sz blanket how many chains would be in my foundation chain? Thank you for your help. Warm Regards, Carol
Want to make 60×60 but no idea of crachet hook size and how much of this beautiful cream white yarn. Is it washable!
Thank you
I made my daughter one queen size using this pattern but used serenity yarn in red, black, n grey. I’ve also used this pattern for baby blankets.
Hi Jessica! Thank you so much for this useful post. Now I’m going to make and save my own sizing list in metric sizes. Your blanket patterns are beautiful. It’s easy to make the blankets “my own” by using the colors of my (or the recipient’s) choice.
So glad you found it helpful Mila!
Hi Jessica , I need your help !!! I’m from Brasil and would like to know what’s the difference between BLANKET , AFGHAN and TRHOW
Thanks , Maria da Graça
Hey Jessica! Just wanted to let you know that the link to the Project Linus Blanket Sizing is not working. It comes up with an Error 404 – Page not found.
Oh bummer! I’ll get that fixed when I get onto my p.c. in the coming days. Thanks for letting me know Nadine!
What about Queen and King sized blankets?
I didn’t include those, but I’m going to try to find the correct link for Project Linus or elsewhere that have those sizes as well. I just never crochet or knit anything that large! hahaha
I am using your pattern to create a baby doll blanket for my niece. In doing so, I am using #5 crochet thread instead of yarn and a 3mm crochet hook.
I’d love to crochet a blanket but I can’t get the hang of crocheting yet. Are there any videos you would recommend? I’d love to try crocheting this blanket!