Chunky Gray Knit Blanket
The perfect cozy blanket—a gorgeous DIY chunky knit in soft gray wool
This post is sponsored by We Are Knitters. All opinions are my own. Be sure to scroll to the bottom to enter to win a fabulous prize!
I love trying new things… Seeing new places. Eating new foods. Meeting new people. And, in case you haven’t noticed, I love creating things with my own two hands. There’s a rush and thrill – not to mention a beautiful sense of accomplishment and satisfaction – when something you made is useful or lovely. And my new chunky knit blanket satisfies all those categories.
I have never knitted before, but I have several people in my life who are very special to me who love it. Plus, I’ve been admiring chunky knit blankets this past year. So it was an easy decision when We Are Knitters asked me if I wanted to try one of their kits.
You may have noticed it appearing on Instagram and in my daughter’s room reveal recently.
I decided to try the Udon blanket, and it arrived in an adorable brown bag that says, “All the Happiness in a Kit.” At first, I wasn’t so sure… I’m a bit of a perfectionist, and apparently I am overly confident in myself because I chose an “Easy” project rather than a “Beginner” one. I confess that at the start, at least, there were times I wished I had more instruction. But after watching the video tutorials on their site (about 15 gazillion times) and getting past the first 10 rows or so, I was hooked.
And how could you not be happy with a final product that looks like this?
The only thing better is how it feels. Seriously. This real wool is incredibly soft and luxurious.
I’ve even started a second one (the Jake blanket) using the “natural” colored wool, and I can’t help but feel like I’m petting a (very clean and not smelly!) sheep in person.
It’s so so lovely.
And the thick, chunky yarn was very forgiving. I promise that my blanket is not perfect. In fact, it was supposed to be 75 stitches (and I started with that many), but I was doing something wrong on the first 4 rows so that I ended up with 79 stitches for the rest of the blanket. Oh well. You can’t even tell, can you?
My next blanket is already coming along with less errors (funny how the practice of an entire blanket improves your skills quickly, isn’t it?).
And I admit that I’m hooked. I probably won’t knit as much as I would like because I don’t have that many chances to sit down with my 1, 3, and 5 year old children running around… But I’m excited to keep learning and practicing when I can. 🙂
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I would try the Udon blamket!
I love these chunky blankets. I am thinking about doing one myself and you have given me the incentive to give it a try.
I love this chunky blanket. And the gray color is beautiful. It makes me want to try to make one myself. I will check out their site. Can’t wait to see your next one completed.
I have been loving the chunky blankets this year too! I also would like to try a slouchy tam/beanie maybe their doughnut pattern?
I would try the Nick blanket
Excellent job Rachel, the blanket is beautiful. Love the chair it is on.
These are beautiful!
I’m very impressed that you just started and made the blanket. Very nice.
I’ve been trying for months to master the art of knitting and this chunky look is exactly what I’ve been working on. I crochet but love the look of knitting more. So I may order a kit and I feel if I get one success under my belt, I’ll feel better about making more. Thanks so much for introducting this to your readers. We’ll see how it goes!!
Beautiful and inspiring!
I love the idea that everything is mailed to you. I suffer with environmental asthma and cannot shop in stores because of scents. The blankets are beautiful and would make it more fun to be stuck at home!
I also love the Jake blanket and the Palm scarf. What a great giveaway! I love knitting (and crocheting) especially this time of the year
Karen U
I sure would love to win!
I would love to learn to do this!
Beautiful blanket would love to try this.
Beautiful! Love these chunky blankets too. Thanks for the giveaway.
Blessings to you, Candy
Wow! It looks fabulous. Great job. I’m going to have to try this
This is amazing….for your first project? It is almost too hard to believe.
Very impressive.
It is beautiful and now I want to knit one.
Love the blanket! Great job.
It’s sooooo cold here in the northeast, I wish I had it sitting on my lap right now! Maybe I’ll win one and stay warm this winter.
Love cozy blankets!
i like the cotton candy sweater
Oooh. There are so many pretty things on that site! I love the chunky knit sweaters, but I’m a little rusty & had negligible skill to begin with, so that seems a little ambitious. But I totally think I could knock out that stunning Udon blanket. Might take me a year or three, but it’s classic, right?! 😉
How many yarns did u use for one blanket?
The blanket pictured took a little less than 5 yarn balls. 🙂
I want to do this! Not like a need another project but I can do it like my needlepoint–5 years and done! Love the Udon and will treat myself to this someday soon. I love the look of the basketweave. I really wanted to start knitting (and have before) and this would be a great way to do it!!
the udon blanket is perfect my granddaughter always says I want it I neeeed it lol! k sunday
I have decided to do the nick blanket but am having a terrible time deciding on the color😊
I would definitely try the udon blanket!! I’ve been eyeing it forever it feels like!
Hi! I have never heard of this company before and thank you for bringing it to my attention on your blog!! Everything is so lovely and it would be difficult to choose…that blankets are so appealing. I knit but have not done so for over a year….this has got me thinking that I had better start!! Look at the blanket you knit and your first project, as well….I am very impressed! Thanks a million for the giveaway, toooo!!! Diane
I love the idea of knitting from a kit, since it’s been years since I’ve picked up needles. I would love to try either of the blankets!
Love the Udon blanket. Great site!!
I love the Milkshake hat and the Nick Blanket. 💕
I’d like to try the classic sweater.
The blanket looks amazing! I’ve been looking at the we are knitters website the past week, and would love to start knitting my first sweater… It looks so tempting and doable!
I’ve been wanting to learn to knit. I talk myself in and out. I have so many sweaters and scarves, (a windfall of brand new items from a friend in the industry.) But then I see the nursery post with the cozy chair and knitting project and it calls to me. A kit and online tutorial sounds fabulous.
This is beautiful, Rachel! I tried my hand at knitting and just could not figure it out! I’m so jealous of you!
Thanks, Jenna!! You could totally try again… I had plenty of error, but the trial paid off eventually. 😉
I’ve just started this blanket, the only problem I have is the 75 stitches are a bit crowded for the #19 needles, I’ve ordered circular to solve this.. love the yarn & looking forward to finishing this.
I am so glad! Hope you are happy with the result.
I can’t findwhere to get this pattern for the blanket. I would love to try and make it.
Hi Tammy! I used this kit: https://www.weareknitters.com/knitting-kit/knitting-levels/easy-level/udon-blanket
Hope that helps!
Yes it helped thank you
I’ve been knitting for 11 years now, and have never tried a kit before. I just use free patterns from ravelry and cheap acrylic yarn. The thistle cape is adorable! Or just lots of pretty yarn. Because I don’t already have a ridiculous amount of yarn, no matter what my boyfriend thinks. :-p
I’D LOVE TO KNIT A CHUNKY BLANKET BEFORE WINTER ENDS,
I would love to try the Martina Cardigan!
http://www.weareknitters.com/knitting-kits/cardigans/martina-cardigan
Ummmm….WHAT?!?!? I can’t believe you made that! It is SO beautiful!
I would like to make something cozy with the spotted blue and grey baby alpaca wool.
Would love try my hand with the Udon blanket.
I would love to try the Udon blanket!
I would love to try the Udon blanket!
This is lovely! And looks like it might be simple enough even for me!
I love the Upon blanket!
I can crochet a little but have always wanted to learn to knit. I love this simple, chunky blanket. Would LOVE to be able to say I made it!!
beautiful yarn!
What a wonderful giveaway! I absolutely love the kit for the Bee Blanket.
I just love this blanket, looks so cozy!
I love the Udon blanket … great project!
I’d love to try their Martina Cardigan or a chunky blanket! Rachel, I am so impressed with your quick pick up of knitting skills! I truly hope you become addicted. I need a friend to go yarn shopping with.
I love the knitted blankets!I would love to try the Nick blanket!
Looks gorgeous, Rachel! I haven’t knitted in years. A chunky wool blanket looks great in every room.
Hugs, Jamie
Hi Rachel! Knitting is on my bucket list of things to learn. Your gray one here looks to comfy 🙂 I featured it on my friday favorites. You are welcome to come check it out: http://themooninmae.blogspot.com/2016/03/friday-favorites_25.html
Thanks for sharing!
Jennifer Mae
Thank you so much, Jennifer Mae! I’m so glad you liked it. 🙂
I absolutely love you chunky knit blankets! I especially like the grey coloured blanket and the pattern you have used. I’ve looked and I cannot find the tutorial etc. Please could you tell what type of wool you have used and where I could get the pattern from? Would love to try and make one of my own!
Thanks 🙂
Thank you! They are the Udon blanket and the Jake blanket from We Are Knitters. Both kits include instructions and wool. I hope this helps!
Just Wow Article! Thank you so much for sharing
Thank you!
Lovely knitted blanket! Will you share the pattern? Thanks!
Hi Candace! The blanket was done with a kit from We are Knitters: https://www.weareknitters.com/knitting-kit/knitting-levels/easy-level/udon-blanket