So your handmade business did great at fall craft fairs (congrats!). Customers loved your crocheted products and bought loads of them–which filled your bank account but cleaned out your inventory. Now it’s time for holiday sales and you need to replenish your stock, pronto! These 12 blanket yarn patterns are just what you need.
Blanket yarn is a super bulky chenille-style yarn that produces a soft, cushiony fabric. It’s surprisingly versatile. You can make a fast crochet blanket, a cozy pillow or a luxurious spa accessory. We’ve also included several easy amigurumi patterns!
With super bulky yarn, even large, big-ticket items work up quickly, which saves you time and money on labor and maximizes your profits. At the same time, your customers will ooh and ah over the sumptuous textures. It’s a win-win!
So grab one or more of these gorgeous blanket yarn designs and make holiday crunch time a little easier. You may even have time to whip up a handmade gift for someone you love.
Manage Your To-Do List to Prevent Holiday Burnout
I know you’re crazy busy. Especially during the holiday season, you can become overwhelmed by all the tasks required to run a small business. I wanted to take a quick timeout and talk about how you can manage your workload so you don’t end up drained of energy, time and, ultimately, creativity.
As a creative person, this may sound counterintuitive. But focusing on some left-brained activity will help open you up to creativity again, which means progress in your business. Pop on over to the Crochetpreneur blog where I’ll show you how to use the Eisenhower Method to prioritize your tasks and unblock your creativity!
Once you’ve got your to-do list under control, take a deep breath. Then come back here and let’s jump into these fabulous designs!
Blanket Yarn Crochet Patterns
This roundup features patterns that are made with blanket yarn!
Kiki Kitty Pillow
The Kiki Kitty Pillow is made from jumbo blanket yarn, embellished with super chunky blanket yarn, and worked up with a 19.00 mm hook so it’s a quick project with impressive results. Your cat-loving kiddo will love to snuggle up to this stuffie that’s both super soft and super-sized!
Candy Shoppe Dreams Baby Blanket
This baby blanket is so soft and perfect for a newborn baby. Great to use when baby is in the car seat, perfect for photo shoots, or just for snuggling baby. It comes with 2 sizes, but also has simple instructions on how to adjust pattern to any size desired. Uses #6 yarn.
Sleepy Moon Dog Toy
It’s big and cuddly and ideal for the larger dog that likes to carry their toys around. For the smaller dogs, it could easily be used as a pillow or for company when their human has to be away.
Cabled Granny Pillow
This cozy pillow features crochet cables and the granny stitch! Make both panels the same color, or switch it up for your ever-changing color pallet.
Lisa Baby Blanket
The Lisa Baby Blanket is your go-to baby shower gift or welcoming a new little one into your life. With endless color options you can find something that will match baby's nursery decor or go all in with your favorite colors. It will be a favorite for years to come as you can make a different color for each kid so that they have their own piece of your handmade love. It's perfect for beginners and seasoned crocheters because it uses basic stitches, 3 skeins of blanket yarn and can be whipped up in a weekend.
Cute & Cuddly Bear Lovey
The Cute & Cuddly Bear lovey crochet pattern is a fun, quick, easy pattern for intermediate crocheters. The pattern takes only 2 hours to complete, creating an adorable, soft and cuddly baby lovey they will adore! Perfect for last-minute baby shower gifts or woodland nursery decor.
Luxe Spa Headband
The Luxe Spa Headband is designed with “me time” in mind! This headband uses Bernat Blanket yarn for extra comfort and water absorption. The button up closure ensures you won’t mess up your hair or make up either!
Color Block Blanket
All kids need a beloved blanket, and this one is soft and cozy to keep them (or their stuffed animals) warm and feeling loved. Grab 3 big skeins of blanket yarn in their favorite colors and settle in with a good show. You can make this blanket in a weekend and be the most popular gifter at the party!
Mariposa Butterfly Blanket
This gorgeous and and easy to customise blanket makes a wonderful handmade gift for any occasion. It can be made to any size and using an weight of yarn 🙂 This pattern is suitable for advanced beginners.
Baby Penguin Amigurumi
Penguins are some of the cutest animals on the planet, especially when they are babies. You child will love this super squishy baby penguin, crocheted with Bernat Blanket yarn and an M hook. The pattern is easy to crochet and can be made in a variety of colors for your holiday gifts.
Puppy Pillow
Make this cute crochet dog pillow for your favorite Fido. This soft, cuddly friend is perfect to rest their weary head.
Tiny Triangles Blanket
Handmade gifts get all the ooohs and aaahs, and the Tiny Triangles blanket is no exception. It uses beginner stitches in a simple repeat that creates tiny triangle holes that add interest without being TOO holey. You will love that it only requires 3 skeins and works up in a weekend, new moms will love that it's washable and durable, and kids will love how soft and warm they will be - you can't go wrong!
[Wrap up: So, there you have it, [however many] best-selling designs for [x scenario]. All of these can be worked up quickly to build your inventory and supplement your current product line.
What do you think? Which ones will you be starting first? Be sure to comment, below, with your favorites and to share your best-selling craft fair designs with use, too!
As always, tag @madewithatwist in your social media shares of MWAT designs so I can feature you in my posts!
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