Quick and Classy! How to Make a Giant Yarn Blanket from Start to Finish!
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- čas přidán 11. 09. 2024
- Thanks so much for joining me for "Quick and Classy! How to Make a Giant Yarn Blanket from Start to Finish!" I'm so glad you're here!
I made a giant yarn blanket last year in a basic rib stitch and loved it so much. But I've been just itching to make one of those super classic, stockinette stitch ones you see all over Pinterest and Instagram. And guys. This project could NOT have been more fun! It was SO FAST and and SO EASY! This blanket knit up in about two hours and was so fun. And I seriously could not be more in love with the results. It's my dream blanket! So even if you're a total beginner, don't let that stop you from making one of these gorgeous blankets! It's so easy!
I hope you're able to make your own giant yarn blanket. And if you do, I'd love it if you found me on Instagram and tagged me in your giant yarn blanket photos!
Happy knitting!
-Anja
Materials used in this tutorial:
8 pounds of Big Stitch Merino yarn. Find my favorite giant yarn here:
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Yes, it is beautiful, but as a knitter (60 years) and a spinner, I do not recommend making this. Not only is roving incredibly expensive, roving was not meant to be knitted as it has no structure and will fall apart in due time. Also, roving will not stand up to washing or pets. If one does wish to make such a blanket, consider a very chunky yarn in form of acrylic or superwash wool instead.
so, what might you recommend for a thick yarn to make a blanket like this?
Thank you!
No she didnt talk too much...geez...she's enthusiastic, friendly and PATIENT enough to do a clear tutorial for you🌺🌻🌺
You are so kind, Connie! Thanks, lady!💕
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I made this blanket and its SUPER easy and the directions were easy to follow as well. I’ve never done any type of knitting before this. I absolutely love my blanket!
Like many of the comments I see listed, the wool is soooo dang expensive. I went on a hunt to find something more comparable that doesn't break the budget, and there is yarn I found at Michael's that works well. It's by Loops & Threads, their Free Spirit yarn. When on sale at Michael's, I got it for $25 per skein. I just made this blanket yesterday with that yarn and followed this tutorial. I used 4 total skeins, and I did 20 stitches instead of 18. I just had to felt each skein together which wasn't difficult. It turned out so beautiful! I want another reason to make more since it was actually pretty fun
How big was your blanket I just saw the yarn you bought at tbe store yesterday but didn't know how many i would need
Can you send me a photo of how yours turned out. I was debating getting that yarn
Yeah I just need to know where I can send the photo to. It ended up being like an oversized individual throw. I'm sure two people can cuddle under it as well.
@@alanikuulei9473 sent!
@@chelsiemae75 thank u will check now
I have to say that you were born to teach! You explain everything beautifully and for the first time in my life, I am motivated to make a blanket! Thank you! I will let you know how it goes!
You are the most patient teacher. Oh my goodness. 🌸 I love the way, you show how to make this.
For those of us who can't afford this wool, the dollarama where I live just started selling really thick wool (I think it's actually acrylic) and it's $4 a roll. I think I'm going to use this method to make a rug for Christmas :) Thanks for the tutorial!
That's awesome!! I hope your project turned out so well!:) Thanks so much for your lovely comment and for watching!:)
Girl you’ll need to spend 100$ and all different colours to even have enough yarn to do such a project, the amount we get for the 4$ is not a lot
Link for Merino wool at a better price: www.etsy.com/listing/479903668/chunky-yarn-giant-knitting-bulky-yarn?ref=shop_home_feat_2&ep_click=1&bes=1
Elisa B THANK YOU!!
@@clairebeauty4183 10.4 yards per roll. i'd like to see one that's been made with this stuff. 'just noticed it on the dollarama shelves this month.
I love the way she does her blanket, leaving it flat makes it look so less complicated
This blanket is really so easy and I encourage other people to watch.
Thank you so much for watching and for your kind words! It really means the world!💕
This was the easiest tutorial I have seen thus far. I do not feel intimidated about taking this project on now. Thanks
You are so kind-this comment just made my day!:) Thanks so much for watching and for being so encouraging-it really means the world to an amateur like me!:)
I agree 100% could follow very easily...ty!
Your demonstration is so helpful! Your movement and placement of the yarn is very clear!
You are so kind! Thanks so much for watching and for your encouraging comment! I'm definitely an amateur and am just learning as I go with filming, so that is such encouraging feedback!:)
Found your video today. You are a great teacher. Easy to follow instructions and understand which is a big plus for someone hard of hearing. I used to crochet and knit a lot. Not to much anymore. I may give this one a try. Don't think it will bother my carpal tunnel. Thank you again for taking the time to make the video.
Free Spirit- By Loops And Threads (Exclusive To Michaels) Is A Reeeeeally Good Yarn To Use For This Project And Michaels Always Has 40-55% Off Coupons So Its Much Easier On Your Pockets
thats what i bought to attempt this project
How many did you purchase for your project? And how large was your project?
Lori Perez I bought 6 for a regular size blanket
I was thinking that! But do you just felt at the ends like she mentions? Sorry my daughter wants to make one and I want to buy for a Christmas gift.
I am enjoying all your videos, Anja! I used the Michael’s Loops and threads, 4 skeins for $67 on sale. The project turned out well but it will be used for “show” only on a queen bed because the yarn sheds like crazy. It measures approximately 40” by 76”, longtail cast on of 21 stitches. I would like to make a wool roving blanket and did this less expensive one for practice. I read most of the comments and would say that before doing something like this, make sure you watch many videos and do research on felting roving wool. All of Anja’s videos were helpful and she has a couple on felting. I saw that someone spent $300 and didn’t like the result. Please don’t give up; I would take it apart and felt your yarn to make it much stronger and will shed less. I have learned as a knitter that tinking (unknitting) is part of the process of getting a good end result in knitting. Michael’s Loops and Threads will not need to be felted because it is polyester, acrylic and wool. Laurie
My mom use to crochet and she made me and my sister hats scarves & blankets etc. when we were growing up. She tried to teach us but we just were not interested.
I regret that. So now since you are such a great teacher I will learn how to knit.. thanks 😊
For people complaining about cost of Merino wool, one of the softest natural fibers out there, versus an acrylic blend you can find at Michael’s...the point of these giant merino blankets is that they are luxurious. Luxury isn’t cheap. More power to you if you can find an acrylic blend at Michael’s that serves your purpose, also.
Vicuna is even more luxurious!
I just used this tutorial to knit a blanket with polyester yarn by Yarn Bee from Hobby Lobby. These are amazing instructions that were super easy to follow. I achieved the desired results and this is only my second time to knit. Thank you for your great tutorial and I really enjoyed your instruction style. Hope to find a good deal on wool so I can make another!
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Hello. How much yarn did you use for your blanket? How big of a blanket did you get?
When you made your blanket with polyester yarn how much/many yards did you use ?
@brynne
This is beautiful.. yrs ago i got into knitting and got out just as fast . I luv these types of blankets and they are expensive. I never thought about making my own ,but this video has encouraged me . I really enjoy doing crafts . Hopefully i can start this soon lol
hello all, i couldnt afford the wool so i decided to finger knit some of my own chunky wool which was really easy but took a few months. however it has made such a wonderfull white and cream blanket that i am totaly in love with :)
Thank you! I made mine today, first one ever and it took me 3 hours Tops! You are so thorough, I had no questions. Thank you again!
Thank you so much for making it so easy, & explaining step, by step. 💖
Nice video. Very helpful. Thank you! I chose to use a less expensive yarn - just as it's your choice to use a nicer yarn. Btw - your hands are perfect, your hair is perfect and your beautiful yarn is perfect. Don't read the negative comments. =)
Cindy! Oh my goodness, this just made my day. Thanks so much for bringing such a positive presence to the youtube community-it really means the world!:) I hope you loved your blanket project!!:)
@@PeonyandThyme I did!! My first attempt and your instructions were great! I am not creative or crafty at all and would never had attempted this without your video! I actually bought the nice yarn to make a blanket for my daughter in law. Thanks again. Enjoy your holidays.
this has made it easier for me to figure out how to knit, period! it's so big that I can really see what I'm supposed to do with my needles!
Oh that makes me SO happy to hear!!😍 Thanks so much for watching and for your kind comment! Always feel free to shoot me a message if you have any questions!😊
Thank you for this awesome instruction, and for keeping it short. I'm sure your blanket is of superior quality, and some day i'l make one for myself.
However, for the more frugal bunch like me, just tonight I went to Michael's and bought two skeins of yarn at $34.99 each, and got the third one for free - that's not expensive at all. Since each skein is 54 yards of a BEAUTIFUL, super SOFT like Merino wool rose color, that would make me a decent size throw, at a total of 162 yards. There are so many GORGEOUS muted and natural colors to choose from as well. Since the blanket that I want to make requires 142 yards, I'll have plenty of yarn to possibly make it tad bigger!!! Today is January 3rd, so even if I make one blanket per month, I'll have plenty of beautiful handmade throws to give as a Christmas gift in December to about 12 people. Have fun!!! 😊👍👍
Hi there! Thanks so much for watching and for this awesome comment!😍 I just discovered the giant yarn at Michael’s at Christmas and am SO EXCITED to try them all!😍 It’s so wonderful to have some more economical options! I’d love to see photos of your blankets if you’re on Instagram! I’m sure they will be gorgeous!😍
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I have watched so many videos and couldn’t follow the cast on at all, you made this so easy! Thank you
That is so awesome-thanks so much for sharing! I'm so glad it was helpful!:)
Seriously she did amazing!!
You made it seem so easy. Thank You Very Much for Sharing this tutorial. I we make this blanket with a much thinner yarn? I think I’ll try this will come back and share how I did. Thanks again God Bless🙏🏻
and to add--anyone else finish off looped potholders like that as kids?? :]
Thank you so much for simplifying this video. You did a great job. I cannot wait to try this.
Aw, thanks so much for watching and for such an encouraging comment-that really means so much! I hope you love this blanket project as much as I do!:)
It's beautiful! Thank you so much for showing us how to do this!
This peasant can only dream of a posh blanket such as this.
You just made it soooo much easier!! Thank you a million times
Oh my gosh, that makes me so happy!! So glad it could be helpful!😍
this is so pretty and so helpful, im trying to learn t knit and I'm (trying to make) making a blanket for my mother for Christmas
You did a excellent job with clear and easy instructions , it would be nice if you could make a video showing us how to incorporate different colors as well... thanks so much 🤩
You have the best video on how to do this. Thank you so .uch
That blanket is a stunner! You did such a beautiful job and you taught me something new. I have always knit off and on, but I did not know what "felting" was. It makes total sense, and I imagine it is what manufacturers do with their knit products, only by machine. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.
Thank you for this video. Will try for winter ❄️🥶.
What an ABSOLUTELY GORGEOUS BLANKET!!!! Who KNEW that I can knit with my arms! Seriously,,,, I’m SO going to order my yarn! I really like this pewter color, too! I loved how crystal clear you made during this tutorial Cannot wait to see if you have any oversized/off the shoulder sweater tutorial.
Hello, This blanket is gorgeous, How many balls of yarn would I need to make a proper blanket like this one you have made? X
Truly gorgeous, thanks for sharing and good luck to all.
You’re so kind! Thank you!
This blanket is amazing how it is made.
The best video for this that I've seen ! I think I could do that now . Thank you .
Very helpful and easy to follow tutorial! Thanks for sharing! I especially like the bind off crochet method 🤗
Watching this while working on a baby blanket with DK yarn ... let me just dream of a quick, instant gratification knit while I'm sitting here taking 10min for two rows 😂 (yes, I timed it out of curiosity, not so helpful now for my motivation 😅)
Lilen Ni oh my gosh, I know exactly what you mean!!!🙈😂 I had a project that was taking me about that long to get through a row last year!!😳 Way to go sticking with it! Sometimes I have to take breaks from those slow ones and go do a fast, chunky yarn project just to help stay sane!😂😂😂
😁 that's how I felt knitting with needles...until I gave up and undid the whole thing. I'm going to try Loopity Loops or this method.
What is dk wool.
Thanks
@@down_by_the_river double-knit
Thank you very much! This is do-able. I can do this! thanks to your lessons are so great!
Thanks for posting. A definite labour of love!
You explained it in a very clear and neat way im so thankful for this vid
Aw, thank you SO much for watching and for this incredibly kind comment! It made my day!😍 I hope you make your own giant yarn blanket and love it!😍
I was just given a bag of this huge yarn and I thought I would try this (knitting) as opposed to crocheting a blanket. Thanks for your video. It was very clear and you explained this process very well. I would love to know where you got your felting tools. I had never even thought of doing this because I've always stuck to "small" (regular sized) knitting needles and/or crochet hooks. Thanks for the video.
I like your video best. The felting looks fairly easy. I feel a little more confident I can make one for my mother-in-law as a Christmas gift. Ty for your video
Just coming across this and so, so new to this. Thank you so much for making a newbie-friendly tutorial. It is super appreciated!
Its beautiful! God bless you sweetie. Thank you.
You make it look so easy, I'm goin to try it her in a few minutes.
This is such a easy way to make a blanket! Your so clam and it was so easy to see what your doing! Thanks lady!
You are so kind!🥰 I’m so glad it was helpful! Thanks so much for taking the time to watch and comment!
🙈😍Lovely! ......great project to do with niece & daughter 💞👏
Aw, thank you so much for watching and for your wonderfully kind comment!💕 I hope you have SO much fun making your blanket! Warning-knitting with giant yarn is addicting!!😂😍😍
Michaels has the brand Wild & Free Lauvage & Libre thick big yarn for 38 CENTS A ROLL. On sale monthly.
Any chance there's a link? Can't seem to find it!
Hey Anja! Thanks for helping another Anja to make this! 😊💕
I absolutely loved your video and can't wait to try it myself thank you so much😍
Oh my gosh, this made my day!! Thanks so much for watching and for the encouraging comment-it really means the world! I hope you love making this project as much as I did!:)
Looks like a fun project but I’m so not a home goods type of girl …. I prefer to buy it … & relax … but great video ! Your blanket looked gorgeous!
Easiest instruction so far. Love it thank you
I'm definitely making my girls these for Christmas gifts , they are so hard to buy for , but they would love this blanket made by mom !! Thank you so very much ! God bless ,I will send you a pic to your face book like you asked thanks again , well worth it THELL have them forever ,and the fact that mom made them ! Great idea .
Oh my goodness, how am I just seeing this lovely comment now?? This made my day!!😍😍 Thanks so much for watching and for sharing your kind words! I know your girls will LOVE a blanket made by you!😍 That’s such a wonderful gift! And I’d LOVE to see photos after you make them!😍 If you have any questions about the process, always feel free to send me a message! And I’ll try to respond way faster, oh my goodness! Sometimes the comments pile up and I have a hard time keeping up! But I genuinely appreciate them all!!😍
Peony and Thyme thank you for you kind and beautiful words you sent in your msg , i sure will send you a picture when im done , your channel was the best your so helpful in showing how its done your a sweet heart ! From Canada
Ahh! Thanks so much!! This seriously made my day! So glad you found your way to our happy, little corner of the internet here! I hope you just have the best day!🙌🏻😍
Thank you for a fantastic tutorial! I don’t even know how to knit or crochet and I could now make one of these blankets. :-)
Oh my gosh, you have no idea how much this compliment means!💕 Thank you so much for watching and for taking time to leave such a kind comment! If you ever decide you want to try knitting a giant yarn project and need any help, always feel free to send me a message at peonyandthyme@gmail.com - I always love chatting giant yarn!😁💕
Thank you for your sweet response. 😻
Aw, absolutely!:)
Thanks for sharing! So cute but soooo expensive blanket idea.
Just made ours today! Thank you for teaching us! I’m so pumped. :)
Best tutorial. That color is great
I will definitely use that bind of method. Love it!
That’s so beautiful! Great tips and great tutorial! Thank you so much!
you sure make it look easy
Wow! This was such a great tutorial! Thank you! You have the gift of teaching, you really covered everything I would have been confused about and made it very clear. Now I can finally do this project with confidence.
Walmart has the big super soft chunky yarn in big skeins on clearance for 7 dollars a skein. 78 yard skein!! Its not wool though. Check your local Walmart clearance aisle. Not where the yarn is. The clearance aisle is in a different place. It has a mix of clearanced items. I got 5 huge skeins at 7 dollars each. I only need 5 of these skeins due to how large they are. These skeins are normally $15.00 to $25.00 dollars a skein. I'm going back to get 15 more skeins so I can make these blankets for my boys for Christmas. I wish I could post a picture of the yarn. So pretty and soft. They had lavender, creme, navy and gray colors.
This was so easy to learn. Thank you so much for sharing. I can't wait to try this! God Bless!
Think i might try buy the cheap yarn from wish to practice on first before going out all expensive but this vid has made it look simple so thank you
I love this - but I need to know alternative yarns, and more buying details and size. Great tutorial!
You made this sooooo simple!!!!!!
You are so kind! Thanks so much for watching and for your encouraging comment!:)
Tthhhhaannk you. Couldnt remember how to start these and ive been looking for this pattern for half an hour. Lol
Aw, so glad it helped! I hope you had so much fun with your project!🙌🏻
First, may I say how much I love your enthusiasm! I hope by now you are able to disregard the negative comments about the cost of the yarn. You stated upfront that it was luxury wool yarn so obviously it is going to cost some money. So please disregard those comments. The color of the blanket you chose was so beautiful! I have a question. What did the final measurements of the blanket end up being? I want to make a baby blanket but don't know what the gauge is for this thickness of yarn. Thank you so much. Regardless of other comments, you did a great job making this video. Not too fast and very clear. Blessings.
Thank you for your videos they are very clear and easy to follow! Bought my yarn and waiting for delivery!! Can’t wait😆
OMG! Beautiful! You have inspired me!
You are so incredibly kind! Your comment just made my day! Thanks so much for watching!😍💕
It looks gorgeous, well done.
I LOVE this. Thanks for sharing 😊
You are so kind! Thanks for watching!💕
Great, easy to follow tutorial! Your blanket looks beautiful! Just started mine yesterday! Thank you!
how much yarn are you using? Debating how much to order thanks
Such a beautiful and amazing video!
I love this so much. I purchased 8 pounds or merino wool to try to do this but not only can I not fit 18 stitches on my arm so they are even but my tail is not getting shorter! Even though I’ve slowed your speed down and have taken it apart several times I can’t seem to get it right. I’m thinking about getting a thick rod of some sort to use as an arm. I think I’m twisting loops wrong to. I’m not giving up though because I am making this as a gift for my daughter for Xmas.
Finally for viewers 1,4 m this vt 😇☺ Congrats🎉🎊
Hi Anja, We do have a small bed (150x200 cm) and I plan to knit a blanket to cover it nicely. Probably, I would need more length to cover also the pillows. Could you please advise on the followings:
1, Should I buy 2 yarns?
2, How many cm I should leave for the tail?
3, Instead of 18 stitches how many stitches should I do for the first row?
Many thanks for your video! It is a great motivation 🌷😘
FINALLY a "EASY" I can do THANKYOU !
You are so kind! I’m so glad it was helpful!🥰
What a great video! I've hand knitted a couple blankets since last year, and you really made it look so easy. It's beautiful and you were very helpful and friendly! Thank you! 😊
I've always wanted to make a blank like this! You make it look easy with good instructions. This is a goal and a good project! Thank you for sharing! :)
Hi, Sherry! Thanks so much for watching and for this super encouraging comment! I really appreciate it!💕 I hope you’re able to make your own giant yarn blanket-they’re so fun!💕
wow that was good, you explained that really well. thank you very much
Everyone is so worried about the price of the yarn.
It's called wool roving. Try Wish . com and search wool roving.
Wish. Com is the biggest rip off on the planet....
Michi Melody 😂😂😂
@@SoSoPrettyMS21 i mean... Money wise cheap, product wise cheap. The whole site is full of poorly made products from god knows where made by I don't even want to know who. I don't buy things from there.
Thanks for the tip!!
Yeah I ordered a play toy for my cat from Wish, and I got a "pig" looking pink speaker with blue eyes, that the speaker and sound was worse than my computer. I through it out. 😂
These are so beautiful, But I refuse to pay over $250.00 for yarn , just for 1 blanket. That is Crazy not everyone has that in their bank.
WHAT? The yarn is that much? I shouldn't have wasted my time watching this if that's the case. I can buy beautiful blankets already made for much less.
Yes
Thats just the yarn she chose, you can find cheaper options.
Wish .com is where I get my merino wool. I can make 4 blankets at the same price. Totally worth it. Check it out. Hope that helps.
@@shyngentle4779 how does it hold up?
The best video I ever watched.......you made it so clear great .....great job!👌
That is so kind of you to say! I’m so glad it was helpful! Thanks for taking time to watch and comment!🥰
I will be doing this this weekend. So simple!
WOW!!!! How fantastic.
I love the way you slowly explained the methods. Thanks for sharing this video. I'm off to Michael's. 😍🤗
I can see possibility of using rag strips. Looks like fun!
Wow fun!
Beautiful blanket! 🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍
IF this blanket needed to be washed... what is recommended? How well would it hold up?
Beautiful😍. Thank you for sharing.
I went to Michael's in Salem NH yesterday and they have a similar yarn on clearance. $4 for 2 skeins. You have to buy 2 to get the price. Definitely not a large skein like here but sure much cheaper in the end. It's either loop & thread or made by Indy.
Not sure if all Michael's run the same deal.
Good luck ladies 😍
You are a great teacher. Would love to learn more from you. Thank you so much.
You are so kind!🥰 Thanks so much for taking the time to watch and comment!