It's that time of year when staying indoors while snuggled up in a blanket all day sounds better than having to go to work or do errands, especially if it was this chunky knit blanket that people on Instagram are obsessing over.
If you're stuck indoors on a snow day or are looking for a new DIY project for the winter, this is the perfect winter activity that will only take one person and less than one hour—for both beginning and experienced knitters alike! Check out some of the videos below that feature several different methods to create the chunky knit blanket of your dreams.
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1- You can use your arms to knit—no needles required!
2. Make sure to measure the yarn before you cast on.
3. The 4-by-5-foot blanket takes about 45 minutes and requires about eight pounds of yarn.
4. Instead of arm knitting, you can also try using U.S. size 70 (40mm) giant circular knitting needles.
