Pattern Description

The Chunky Daisy Throw is a cosy crochet blanket made from 25 floral granny squares, arranged in a 5 × 5 grid. The design alternates multi-colour daisy squares with solid-colour squares, joined using the join-as-you-go (JAYG) method and finished with a simple border.

Designed to be an enjoyable and achievable project for advanced beginners, the pattern uses clear, easy-to-follow instructions and US crochet terminology.

Finished Size

• Approximately 102 × 102 cm (40 × 40 in).
• Each square measures approximately 16.5 cm (6.5 in) unblocked and 18 cm (7 in) blocked.
• Blocking is optional.
• Final measurements may vary depending on individual tension and materials.

Skill Level
Advanced Beginner.

Materials Required

• Lion Brand Hue + Me bulky weight (#5) yarn, or a similar substitute.
• Three colours of your choice.
• 6.5 mm crochet hook.
• Large-eye yarn needle.
• Scissors.
• Stitch markers.

Approximate Yarn Requirements

Based on 125 g skeins (125 m / 137 yd):

• Colour A (daisy centres – Mustard): approximately 26 g.
• Colour B (petals – Salt): approximately 5–6 skeins.
• Colour C (background – Desert or Artichoke): approximately 5–6 skeins.

Total: approximately 11–13 skeins, depending on yarn usage.

Each square uses approximately 31 g of yarn in total.

Yarn quantities are estimates and may vary depending on yarn choice, tension and individual crochet style.

Construction Notes

• 25 squares arranged in a 5 × 5 grid.
• 13 multi-colour daisy squares (Square A).
• 12 solid-colour squares (Square B).
• Squares are joined using the JAYG (join-as-you-go) method.
• Finished with a simple crochet border.

Additional Information

• Written in US crochet terminology.
• Gauge is not critical; finished square measurements are provided as a guide.
• Blocking is optional.
• Mini video tutorials are available on my Instagram and Facebook pages to help with selected techniques.