55 Free Super Chunky Knitting Patterns (Bulky Knits)

This pattern is perfect if you’re looking for an easy, quick pattern to work on while watching a show or listening to a podcast.

You’ll use knit and purl stitches as well as cable stitches.

The cable is an easy one to knit, so if you have never cabled before, don’t worry it is really simple – you can do it!

This chunky cardigan knitting pattern is an easy knit for anyone who is looking to make their first garment.

Knit only in garter stitch, the cardigan has simple shaping through increases and decreases.

You can pair it with jeans and a graphic tee.

In this blog post, you will see how to knit a blanket and view a free + easy beginner pattern.

The benefit of knitting a blanket is that you can make one that’s cozy using super bulky yarn and (US 17) 12 mm knitting needles.

In this post, you will see an oversized chunky knit sweater pattern.

This thick sweater is a great project for beginner knitters who are ready to move on to their first garment.

Warm woolen mittens are great for making snowballs and keeping your fingers feeling toasty.

Make a delightful pair in super bulky yarn with this knitting pattern.

This quick knit is perfect for the winter.

The blanket is really huge and squishy, perfect for those cold autumn/winter days.

Knit with a soft alpaca wool blend, this really is a blanket that you will want to make!

With super bulky yarn and larger needles, this blanket knits up super fast. 

In this post, you will learn how to knit a pumpkin with this beginner-friendly pumpkin knitting pattern.

With a step-by-step photo tutorial and a video tutorial, you will be able to make your pumpkins in no time at all!

This chunky snood knitting pattern is a quick and easy knit, perfect for beginners.

The winter snood is knitted using a simple repeat pattern and will keep you warm during the colder months, as it is knit with super bulky yarn.

Easy to wear as a simple cowl or over your head when the weather is really cold, the snood will keep you warm!

Knit a chunky wool blanket with this easy pattern.

You will need 25mm (US 50) circular needles to make this blanket.

It is a great pattern to make fun gifts for the winter.

Make a really chunky knit sweater that will definitely keep you warm in the winter.

This sweater is perfect for snow days!

If you love knitting garments, this is the pattern for you. 

In this post, you will see a chunky turtleneck sweater knitting pattern.

This thick sweater is a great project for beginner knitters who are ready to move on to their first garment.

In this post, you will see a DIY chunky knit blanket tutorial – an oversized throw.

The benefit of making a knitted blanket is that you can make one over a weekend, using a super bulky yarn and (US 19) 15 mm knitting needles.

Even with zero knitting experience, the photo tutorial step-by-step guide will help you choose your type of yarn and knitting needles and use two beginner stitch patterns.

This chunky hat knitting pattern has been inspired by the hat that the amazing Chloe Kim wore during the Winter Olympics in 2018.

Her Team USA chunky knit hat looked so warm and cozy that I just had to write a pattern for you to make.

This is my own version of the hat, and it has been made with the softest yarn from Lion Brand yarns and will be sure to keep you nice and cozy in the cold weather.

It is a great free hat pattern if you are in a time crunch and need a quick knit.

This tree skirt pattern is a great way for beginners to practice their knit stitches.

Christmas projects like this can be made in different colors to match your living room or other home decor.

Don’t let your dog freeze his butt off….make a cozy knit dog sweater. 

Make your dog a cozy chunky sweater this month with this large dog sweater knitting pattern to keep warm and look stylish when out in the park!

This sweater is meant for large breeds, with comfort and colder climates in mind.

In this post, you will see a chunky Celtic cable knit sweater pattern.

This thick sweater is an excellent project for intermediate knitters who love knitting cables.

The perfect project for sweater weather.

In this post, you will see a chunky cable knit sweater pattern.

This thick sweater is a great project for knitters who love cables!

This Bernie knitted mittens pattern was inspired by those worn by Bernie Sanders at Joe Biden’s Presidential Inauguration on January 20, 2021.

You have probably seen the photos of the Fair Isle mittens he wore already and the Bernie memes that followed.

This is an excellent project for anyone who loves working with more than one color yarn and knitting in the round using the magic loop technique,

These mittens use four colors and are a really quick-knit project; I made two in around 2-3 hours.

Knit a cute little hat with this free knitting pattern. 

This adorable kids’ beanie hat pattern is the perfect pattern for a beginner knitter.

The simple beanie hat is a basic hat your little one will love wearing almost as much as you’ll love seeing him or her in it.

In this post, you will see a pom pom scarf knitting pattern.

This scarf knitting pattern is easy for beginners and will keep you warm on the coldest of days.

Knit with Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick and Quick in three of my favorite colors – Fisherman, Mustard, and Slate.

This cable knit mittens pattern is an excellent project for anyone who is learning how to knit cables in the round.

I wanted to share with you a warm, cozy pair of mittens that will be perfect to wear during the colder months.

The mittens knit up quickly in super bulky yarn, and the simple design makes for a relaxing and enjoyable knit.

The Outlander cowl knitting pattern will allow you to create a large cozy, knitted cowl in the style of Claire.

You will have seen this cowl/scarf that Claire wears in season 1, episode 3, ‘The Way Out’.

There are two versions of the pattern – knit on different size needles. 

This infinity scarf pattern is a quick and easy scarf to make for a new knitter, with an interesting stitch pattern known as seed stitch.

The scarf is thick and bulky and will give you warmth during the colder months.

You can wear it for chilly morning school runs, for walking the dog in the park, or for any other occasion when you need to go out in the cold weather!

In this blog post, I want to share a free cable hat free knitting pattern any intermediate knitter can make. 

This project is excellent for anyone who wants to make a super cozy hat this winter!

Made with The Wool from We Are Knitters, this cozy hat only uses one skein and knits up fast.

Not only it’s super cozy, but the beautiful cable stitch running on the body of the hat makes for a timeless design.

In this post, you will see a rib knit cowl and hat pattern.

The knitted beanie hat and matching cowl set is an easy pattern to follow, all you need is some knowledge of the knit and purl stitches.

Using 2×2 garter stitch rib, you will create a stretchy and textured knit fabric.

This hat pattern will show you how to knit a hat with circular needles for beginners (step-by-step).

Knit with Lion Brand wool ease thick and quick yarn in fig; this beanie is so soft and cozy it will be sure to protect you in the coldest climate!

Plus, there is a video tutorial to help you with the knitting process.

In this post, you will see a men’s chunky knit sweater pattern.

This thick sweater is an excellent project for intermediate knitters who love big, squishy cables on jumpers.

The pattern is available in sizes (S, M, L, XL, 2XL, 3XL).

In this post, you will see a slouchy knit beret pattern.

This beret is the perfect addition to your fall/winter wardrobe!

This beret is knit flat with a fisherman’s rib stitch back and forth on straight needles.

It is then seamed using an invisible seam, the mattress stitch.

Add a pom pom for the perfect finishing touch.

This seed stitch easy hat pattern is an excellent beginner project.

This will take you around a couple of hours to make (depending on how fast you knit!) and will be a cozy addition to your winter wear.

This is an easy pattern and a quick knit for those of you who are at an advanced beginner level, and the techniques you will need to know are knit, purl, k2tog, and knitting in the round with circular needles.

This garter stitch scarf pattern is a perfect beginner project, it is an excellent project for anyone who is learning how to knit.

The scarf is knit in garter stitch, knitting every row until it is super long and cozy!

The scarf knits up quickly, and the simple design makes for a relaxing and enjoyable knit.

If this is your first scarf, it will be easier for you to use straight needles and a super bulky yarn – mainly so you can see your stitches and any mistakes as you knit.

In this blog post, you will see a chunky knit hat free pattern everyone will love!

This is a great advanced beginner project for anyone learning to knit with more than one color.

Whether indulging in an après-ski, strolling the streets in the snowy weather, or just traveling to work on a cold morning, the cozy knit hat will keep you warm and stylish.

This is a great project for anyone who loves knitting for the winter months.

In this post, you will see a free knitting pattern with instructions on how to make an infinity scarf.

Make an oversized infinity scarf in thick chunky yarn/bulky weight yarn.

This will knit up in no time at all!

Make yourself a huge oversized chunky sweater with this free pattern 

The pattern is written in two languages – with the English text underneath the Swedish.

This looks like the perfect sweater for those cold, snowy days!

This easy newborn hat pattern is perfect for advanced beginners and can be made in larger sizes for babies up to 24 months.

This newborn hospital hat is really easy to make and doesn’t take very long.

Knit in the round, this hat uses basic knit stitches and requires some decreasing.

A great gift for a new mama. 

I wanted to make and share a men’s beanie hat pattern that is really easy for any advanced beginner knitters.

This simple and easy-to-knit men’s hat is timeless in its design and style.

The knitted beanie hat would take you around an hour or two to make (depending on how fast you knit!) and will be welcomed in the colder weather.

This puppy sweater knitting pattern is easy and can be made in around 2-3 hours.

Perfect for an XS puppy, this sweater will keep them warm on the coldest of days.

This sweater is knit flat on straight needles. 

This infinity scarf and hat knitting pattern is a great project for an advanced beginner knitter.

The super-chunky scarf is a seamless infinity loop that can be wrapped twice around the neck for extra warmth like a snood blanket.

This is an easy pattern for those of you who are advanced beginner level, and the techniques you will need to know are knit, purl, k2tog, and knitting in the round.

This free slouchy beanie knitting pattern is a great beginner project for anyone who is learning how to knit in the round.

If you like your hat to be super slouchy, this is perfect and a really easy pattern to follow.

A classic design to make for a gift. 

All you need is super chunky yarn weight and 10 mm knitting needles.

If you are looking for a complete beginner-friendly pattern, then learn how to knit an easy triangle wrap for fall.

In the spring, I shared a simple garter stitch triangle scarf pattern and recently wanted to make a pattern that was similar but with bulky yarn.

This cozy wrap scarf is a great alternative to wearing a jacket and will also be a great scarf when the weather gets colder. 

Knit a super cozy blanket in new colors with this free pattern. 

​A great pattern perfect for all makers. 

Knit one for you or as a gift. 

Knit a pair of slippers with this free pattern. 

This chunky slipper pattern is knit in garter stitch and moss stitch. 

Knit a pair for you or as a gift.

Make a super cozy scarf with this free knitting pattern. 

​Knit one for you or as a gift. 

Grab the free PDF on the Yarnspirations website. 

Knit a beautiful sweater with this free pattern. 

With a lace pattern on the body of the sweater and 3/4 sleeves. 

​Plus, there are video tutorials to help you along. 

Knit a beautiful pullover with short sleeves with this free pattern. 

Match it with a pair of hot pants for the ultimate winter look.

You can grab the PDF pattern on the Universal Yarn Website.

This simple easy knitted hat pattern is an excellent project for anyone who is learning how to knit and use circular knitting needles.

This knitted hat has been made with the softest yarn and will be sure to keep the wearer nice and cozy in the cold weather.

This is a great instant gratification project.

The Outlander capelet pattern has been inspired by Brianna’s reunion capelet from the TV series Outlander.

Not identical to the original, this capelet has a more simple shape, allowing it to be worn in a couple of different ways.

It can be held together with a large button to fasten, or if you have a shawl pin.

It will be a great addition to your closet.

In this blog post, you will see a temperature blanket pattern.

Plus, you will learn everything about temperature blankets and how to plan your own.

If you are looking for a fun and quick year-long project, a temperature blanket is perfect!

It might take a year, but you must only do a row or two daily.

In this post, you will see the Sassenach tassel shawl knitting pattern.

A replica of Claire’s shawl seen worn in Outlander season 1 episode 8 ‘Both Sides Now’, episode 10 ‘By The Pricking Of My Thumbs’, and episode 15 ‘Wentworth Prison’.

This is a simple pattern that's great for all makers.

In this post, you will see the Belladonna hooded shawl knitting pattern.

This project uses three skeins of Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick and Quick yarn.

The detailed instructions will help you finish this shawl in no time.

In this post, you will see a Christmas blanket knitting pattern.

The blanket is really huge and squishy, perfect for snuggling over Christmas.

Knit with a soft alpaca wool blend, this really is a classic blanket for the festive season that you will want to make!

In this post, you will see an easy baby blanket knitting pattern.

The blanket is knit with a great beginner stitch pattern called the broken rib stitch.

This modern baby blanket knitting pattern is made with soft yarn and is super squishy.

Make a warm ribbed hat for your little one with this kid’s bobble hat pattern.

It is so comfy it will definitely keep your kid warm during fall and winter.

In this blog post, you will see a Fair Isle hat free knitting pattern.

This fair isle hat pattern is an excellent project for anyone who is learning how to knit in the round.

This hat is perfect for the colder weather, as it has been knit with super bulky yarn.

Make this mischief-managed dog sweater for your doggo, perfect for any fans of Harry Potter knitting patterns.

Inspired by the knitted sweaters that Mrs. Weasley makes for Ron and Harry – with their initials worked into the front.

Keep the cold out this winter with the matching cowl pattern and hat.

They are both knit with a simple ribbing stitch pattern that works up fast.

Make yourself a chunky hat to keep the chills away with this fantastic free hat knitting pattern.

It looks like it has been knit with Lion Brand Wool-Ease Thick and Quick yarn (super bulky weight) in wheat … if you have any in your stash, this would be a perfect project!

Knit one for you or as a gift.

Update 2025: The pattern is no longer available.