Yarn Weight #6 Super Bulky Crochet Patterns - Easy Crochet Patterns (2024)

Here are our crochet patterns using #6 super bulky yarn. Thick yarn with the weight classification of #6 is also commonly referred to as super bulkyand/orrovingweight.

This weight of yarn is usually crocheted using the US hook sizes ofM-13to Q and the metric sizes of 9 to 15 mm. Super bulky yarn is perfect for crocheting heavy blankets or winter hats, as well as chunky scarves.

Free Super Bulky Crochet Patterns

These free crochet patterns were all created using various yarn types and brands, but all use the Super Bulky (#6) yarn weight.

Free Penguin Amigurumi

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 2 – Fine, Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 2.25 mm (B-1), 5 mm (H-8),
  • Stitches: Single Crochet, Slip Stitch,
  • Color: Blue, Orange, White, Yellow,

Free Owl Amigurumi Crochet Pattern

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 1. Basic,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 2 – Fine, Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 2.25 mm (B-1), 5 mm (H-8),
  • Stitches: Single Crochet, Slip Stitch,
  • Color: Brown, Neutral, White,

Windowpane Chunky Cowl

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
  • Yarn Name: Homespun, Wool-Ease Thick and Quick,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 5 – Bulky, Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 8 mm (L-11),
  • Stitches: Double Crochet,
  • Color: Green, Neutral,

Bulky Chevron Blanket

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 10 mm (N/P-15),
  • Stitches: Double Crochet,
  • Color: Green, Neutral, Pink,

Free Duck Amigurumi Crochet Pattern

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 2 – Fine, Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 2.25 mm (B-1), 5 mm (H-8),
  • Stitches: Single Crochet, Slip Stitch,
  • Color: Brown, Green, Orange, White, Yellow,

Cozy Corner Blanket

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Brand: Hobbii,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 15 mm (P/Q),
  • Stitches: Tunisian Simple Stitch,
  • Color: Brown, Neutral, Pink, Purple, Red,

Free Crochet Bunny Amigurumi Keychain

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 1. Basic, 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 2 – Fine, Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 2.25 mm (B-1), 5 mm (H-8),
  • Stitches: Single Crochet, Slip Stitch,
  • Color: Gray, Pink,

Primrose Crochet Baby Blanket

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
  • Yarn Brand: Bernat,
  • Yarn Name: Blanket Yarn,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 6.5 mm (K-10.5),
  • Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
  • Color: Neutral,

Bubbles the Octopus

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 2 – Fine, Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 2.25 mm (B-1), 5 mm (H-8),
  • Stitches: Single Crochet, Slip Stitch,
  • Color: Blue, Orange,

Easy Crochet Christmas Stocking Pattern

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Brand: Bernat,
  • Yarn Name: Blanket Yarn,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 9 mm (M/N-13),
  • Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
  • Color: Red,

Free Hedgehog Amigurumi

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 5 mm (H-8), 6 mm (J-10),
  • Stitches: Single Crochet, Slip Stitch,
  • Color: Black, Brown, Neutral,

Free Love Elephant Amigurumi

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 1. Basic, 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 2 – Fine, Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 2.25 mm (B-1), 5 mm (H-8),
  • Stitches: Single Crochet, Slip Stitch,
  • Color: Pink, Red, White,

Free Halloween Pumpkin

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 2 – Fine, Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 2.25 mm (B-1), 5 mm (H-8),
  • Stitches: Single Crochet, Slip Stitch,
  • Color: Black, Green, Orange,

Axl the Fox Amigurumi Crochet Pattern

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 2 – Fine, Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 2.25 mm (B-1), 5 mm (H-8),
  • Stitches: Single Crochet, Slip Stitch,
  • Color: Black, Orange, White,

Squirrel Amigurumi Crochet Pattern

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 2 – Fine, Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 2.25 mm (B-1), 5 mm (H-8),
  • Stitches: Single Crochet, Slip Stitch,
  • Color: Black, Brown, Neutral,

Free Cat Amigurumi Crochet Pattern

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 1. Basic, 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 2 – Fine, Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 2.25 mm (B-1), 5 mm (H-8),
  • Stitches: Single Crochet, Slip Stitch,
  • Color: Gray,

Free Bee Amigurumi Crochet Pattern

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 1. Basic, 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 2 – Fine, Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 2.25 mm (B-1), 5 mm (H-8),
  • Stitches: Single Crochet, Slip Stitch,
  • Color: Black, White, Yellow,

Free Bat Amigurumi Crochet Pattern

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 2 – Fine, Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 2.25 mm (B-1), 5 mm (H-8),
  • Stitches: Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet, Single Crochet, Slip Stitch,
  • Color: Black, Purple,

Cute Alpaca Amigurumi

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 2 – Fine, Weight 5 – Bulky, Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 2.25 mm (B-1), 3.5 mm (E-4), 5 mm (H-8),
  • Stitches: Single Crochet, Slip Stitch,
  • Color: Brown, Neutral, Pink,

Amigurumi Sea Turtle

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Brand: Bernat, Hobbii,
  • Yarn Name: Baby Blanket, Blanket Yarn,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 10 mm (N/P-15),
  • Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet, Single Crochet Two Together, Slip Stitch,
  • Color: Green, Neutral,

Casper the Dog – Free Amigurumi Crochet Pattern

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 2 – Fine, Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 2.25 mm (B-1), 5 mm (H-8),
  • Stitches: Single Crochet, Slip Stitch,
  • Color: Brown, Neutral, Orange, White,

Easy Crochet Shell Stitch Baby Blanket

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Brand: Paintbox Yarn,
  • Yarn Name: Simply Super Chunky,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 10 mm (N/P-15),
  • Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
  • Color: Blue,

Easy Evergreen Ombre Crochet Throw

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Brand: Bernat,
  • Yarn Name: Blanket Yarn,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 9 mm (M/N-13),
  • Stitches: Double Crochet,
  • Color: Green,

Oat Bran Beanie

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
  • Yarn Name: Wool-Ease Thick and Quick,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 10 mm (N/P-15),
  • Stitches: Double Crochet, Double Crochet Increase, Half Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet Back Loop, Single Crochet, Slip Stitch,
  • Color: Neutral, White,

Sophina Throw

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 1. Basic,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 15 mm (P/Q),
  • Stitches: Tunisian Purl Stitch, Tunisian Simple Stitch,
  • Color: Neutral,

Twisted Lines Chunky Baby Blanket

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Brand: Bernat,
  • Yarn Name: Blanket Yarn,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 10 mm (N/P-15),
  • Stitches: Double Crochet,
  • Color: Blue, Green, Variegated,

Triple Berry Throw Pattern

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Brand: Bernat,
  • Yarn Name: Blanket Yarn,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Stitches: Single Crochet,
  • Color: Blue, Gray, Red,

Knit-Like Crochet Scarf

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 10 mm (N/P-15),
  • Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Half Double Crochet Back Loop,
  • Color: Gray,

Trinity Blanket Crochet Pattern

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Brand: Bernat,
  • Yarn Name: Blanket Yarn,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Color: Gray, Pink, White,

Chunky Tweed Striped Throw Blanket

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Brand: Premier Yarns,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet, Triple Crochet,
  • Color: Neutral,

Pink Grey Puff Chunky Scarf Crochet Pattern

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
  • Yarn Name: Hometown USA,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 9 mm (M/N-13),
  • Color: Gray, Pink,

Twisted Star Ear Warmer

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
  • Yarn Name: Hometown USA,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 9 mm (M/N-13),
  • Color: Gray,

The Honeycomb Throw

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
  • Yarn Name: Wool-Ease Thick and Quick,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 12 mm,
  • Stitches: Tunisian Purl Stitch, Tunisian Simple Stitch,
  • Color: Blue,

Chunky Crochet Blanket

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 15 mm (P/Q),
  • Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
  • Color: Pink,

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Brand: Bernat,
  • Yarn Name: Baby Blanket,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 9 mm (M/N-13),
  • Color: Gray, Green,

Misty Green Chunky Lap Blanket

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Brand: Bernat,
  • Yarn Name: Blanket Yarn,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 9 mm (M/N-13),
  • Color: Green,

Chunky Lilac Fade Blanket

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Brand: Bernat,
  • Yarn Name: Blanket Yarn,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 9 mm (M/N-13),
  • Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet, Triple Crochet,
  • Color: Purple,

Herringbone Moss Headband

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
  • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
  • Yarn Name: Hue + Me,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 9 mm (M/N-13),
  • Stitches: Herringbone Half Double Crochet,

Blue Clouds Baby Blanket

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Brand: Bernat,
  • Yarn Name: Blanket Yarn,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 9 mm (M/N-13),
  • Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
  • Color: Blue, White,

Pink Clouds Baby Blanket

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Brand: Bernat,
  • Yarn Name: Blanket Yarn,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 9 mm (M/N-13),
  • Stitches: Half Double Crochet, Triple Crochet,
  • Color: Pink, White,

Easy Crochet Laptop Cover

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 1. Basic,
  • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
  • Yarn Name: Wool-Ease Thick and Quick,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 10 mm (N/P-15),
  • Stitches: Single Crochet,
  • Color: Blue,

Rainbow Teardrop Blanket

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Brand: Bernat,
  • Yarn Name: Blanket Yarn,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 9 mm (M/N-13),
  • Stitches: Double Crochet,

Ocean Stripes Baby Blanket

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 1. Basic,
  • Yarn Brand: Bernat,
  • Yarn Name: Blanket Yarn,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 9 mm (M/N-13),
  • Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet Back Loop,
  • Color: Blue, Variegated,

Pink Bubbles Baby Blanket Pattern

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Brand: Bernat,
  • Yarn Name: Blanket Yarn,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 9 mm (M/N-13),
  • Stitches: Shell Stitch,
  • Color: Pink,

Chunky Crochet Cowl

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
  • Yarn Name: Wool-Ease Thick and Quick,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 10 mm (N/P-15),
  • Stitches: Double Crochet,
  • Color: Gray,

Woodland Crochet Capelet Pattern

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 3. Intermediate,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 10 mm (N/P-15),
  • Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
  • Color: Pink,

Chunky Crochet Pillow

Free Crochet Pattern
  • Skill Level: 2. Easy,
  • Yarn Brand: Lion Brand,
  • Yarn Name: Wool-Ease Thick and Quick,
  • Yarn Weight: Weight 6 – Super Bulky,
  • Hook Size: 10 mm (N/P-15),
  • Stitches: Double Crochet, Single Crochet,
  • Color: White,
Yarn Weight #6 Super Bulky Crochet Patterns - Easy Crochet Patterns (2024)

FAQs

What can you make with size 6 yarn? ›

Free Super Bulky Weight 6 Patterns
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What crochet hook to use with super bulky 6 yarn? ›

Super bulky yarn (weight 6): Knitting needles: 8 to 12.75 mm, or sizes 11 to 17. Crochet hooks: 9 to 15 mm, or sizes M–13 to Q. Suggested gauge: 7 to 11 knit stitches; 7 to 9 crochet stitches.

What can I do with big bulky yarn? ›

10 Things to Do With Super Bulky Yarn
  1. 1. ( and 2.) ...
  2. Make Extra Cozy Blankets. ...
  3. Don't Forget The Pillows. ...
  4. Floor Poufs With Thick Yarn. ...
  5. Quick and Comfy Cowls. ...
  6. Baskets. ...
  7. Your New Favorite Poncho. ...
  8. Granny Square Sweater.
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What is size 6 bulky yarn? ›

Super Bulky weight yarns work up quickly for a variety of projects, and are ideal for stitching up blankets, afghans, accessories, and cozy garments. These CYC #6 yarns work up to a recommended gauge of 7-11 stitches over 4 inches in knitting and 7-9 stitches over 4 inches in single crochet.

What crochet needle for bulky yarn? ›

Yarn Weight & Crochet Hook Size Chart
Yarn Weight TermsTypes of YarnSuggested Hook Size
#4Medium, Aran, Worsted(I/9) 5.50 mm, (J/10) 6.00 mm, (K/11) 6.50 mm
#5Bulky, Chunky7.00 mm, (L) 8.00 mm, (M/N) 9.00 mm
#6Super Chunky(N/M) 10.00 mm, 12.00 mm
#7Jumbo(P/Q) 15.00 mm, (Q) 16 mm
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Apr 8, 2022

Which yarn is thicker chunky or bulky? ›

Chunky Yarns These yarns are thicker than worsted and knit to a gauge of 3-3.75 stitches per inch on a size U.S. 9-11 needle. Bulky Yarns These yarns are larger yet than aran or chunky. They are worked on large needles with a US size of 11 or greater.

What two yarns make super bulky? ›

*2 strands of a lighter worsted yarn (e.g. Wool-Ease or Fishermen's Wool) held together may approximate the thickness of a chunky yarn, while 2 strands of a heavier worsted weight yarn (e.g. Vanna's Choice) held together may approximate the thickness of a super bulky yarn.

What is super bulky yarn good for? ›

Super Bulky or 6 weight yarn is a very thick yarn that works up quickly on large needles and hooks. Most often it is used for cowls, scarves, and hats.

How much super bulky yarn do I need to crochet a blanket? ›

Yarn quantity table
Yarn WeightHatLarge blanket
Yarn WeightDKHat180-225Large blanket2750-3200
Yarn WeightAran/WorstedHat180-200Large blanket2060-2860
Yarn WeightBulkyHat120-180Large blanket1830-2060
Yarn WeightSuper bulkyHat120-140Large blanket1500-1830
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How many stitches per inch for super bulky yarn? ›

YARN-WEIGHT NUMBER
YARN-WEIGHT NUMBERYARN-WEIGHTTYPICAL GAUGE RANGE IN STOCKINETTE STITCH
4WORSTED/ARAN16 – 20 stitches = 4″ (4 – 5 stitches per inch)
5CHUNKY/BULKY12 – 15 stitches = 4″ (3 – 3.75 stitches per inch)
6SUPER BULKY8 – 11 stitches = 4″ (2 – 2.75 stitches per inch)
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Feb 25, 2022

What size needle for chunky yarn? ›

What size needles should I use for chunky wool? A pattern using chunky wool will generally need large needles. Around 7 - 8 mm is average, while 5.5 - 6 mm will give you a tighter fabric. Super chunky wool, which is ideal for making a very thick blanket, will need even bigger needles.

How much size 6 yarn for a blanket? ›

How much yarn do I need to make a ____?
Yarn Weight 1Yarn Weight 6
Shawl550-850 Yards350-475 Yards
Adult Sweater3375 Yards825-1125 Yards
Baby Blanket1500-1625 Yards750-875 Yards
Afghan3750-4125 Yards1625-2000 Yards
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What can I make with small amounts of yarn? ›

With a few feet or yards:
  1. Make a granny square blanket.
  2. Make a magic ball of yarn.
  3. Make a magic ball for your cat.
  4. Use scrap yarns as notions for your knitting.
  5. Crewel embroidery.
  6. Weaving.
  7. Tassels.
  8. Gift wrapping.

How many stitches for size 6 yarn? ›

YARN-WEIGHT NUMBER
YARN-WEIGHT NUMBERYARN-WEIGHTTYPICAL GAUGE RANGE IN STOCKINETTE STITCH
4WORSTED/ARAN16 – 20 stitches = 4″ (4 – 5 stitches per inch)
5CHUNKY/BULKY12 – 15 stitches = 4″ (3 – 3.75 stitches per inch)
6SUPER BULKY8 – 11 stitches = 4″ (2 – 2.75 stitches per inch)
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Feb 25, 2022

What can I make with very thin yarn? ›

Best things to Crochet with Thin Yarn
  • Lace Shawls. Fine weight yarn is perfect for creating delicate lace patterns like shawls and scarves. ...
  • Baby Clothes. ...
  • Amigurumi. ...
  • Lightweight Accessories. ...
  • Home Decor. ...
  • Fine Garments.
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