A cozy blanket, throw or doormat, mainly it keeps you warm, because what could be nicer than curling up on the sofa on cold days with a cup of steaming tea and a warm blanket. Knitted? Even better, because chunky knits are a current living trend. It is soft, keeps you warm and provides an extra dose of coziness. The giant format offers many advantages and, above all, that you can make a coarse-meshed blanket yourself with little (time) effort. XXL knitting is a lot of fun and even knitting amateurs can do it. You don't even need needles to make the giant stitches, you just need your hands and arms.
Chunky knits are totally in!
The term “sweater weather” refers to the cold season when people like to wear warm clothing. Even at home, people like to surround themselves with things that keep them warm.Crocheted and woolly knitted piecesnot only conquer the wardrobe in autumn and winter, but also the world of living. To equip your home with extra cuddly units, there are imaginative chunky knit blankets, throws, mats, pillows and poufs that you can buy or make yourself if you wish.
Cozy XXL knitwear is currently a chic trend. Huge chunky knit blankets placed on the sofa or bed provide an extra cozy flair. In addition to living comfort, their unique structure creates a change in the modern interior. If you would like to bring the trend home, you have two options: buy it or knit it yourself. If you don't feel like XXL knitting, there are beautiful, huge cuddly blankets on offer. Depending on the quality of the yarn and size, the price can reach three figures. Then maybe you'd rather lend a hand yourself?
A trend for at home and in the wardrobe
The chunky knit blankets made of merino wool are woolly soft and super warm. The loose giant mesh construction also has other advantages. Depending on the dimensions, such a coarse-meshed blanket can be made yourself in a surprisingly short time. You can use special XXL knitting or crochet hooks for this or not. It can also be done simply with your hands.
Giant meshes in every shape and size are very trendy
Natural materials and looks are very popular at the moment. So it's no surprise that coarse-meshed wool blankets are trending. They are characterized by a simple and simple knit pattern and soft colors. At the same time, they look really luxurious and special. Chunky knit accents become real eye-catchers in every home.
XXL knitting is actually a lot of fun, say the designers behind the giant-meshed wool blankets. Some even started it as a kind of therapy and soon they couldn't stop.Knitting and crochetingare actually very calming activities. In giant format it's even easier because it doesn't strain your eyes. The result can only be seen after a short period of work.
Playful home accessories can be made in XXL knitwear. The knitted poufs look particularly attractive. They come in different shapes and sizes. With filling for sitting or lying down, they are a functional and extremely comfortable addition to the rest of the furnishings. In the children's room they are wonderfully used by the smallest family members. You can put your feet up comfortably in the living room.
If you have perhaps thought about starting with XXL knitting, we have a few tips for beginners here. Even if you are new to work, the giant blanket is already finished after just a few hours of muscle work. Thanks to the XXL yarn, you don't need that many stitches and therefore not that much time. For beginners who have no experience with knitting or crocheting, it is recommended to start with a smaller piece, perhaps a doormat or a scarf.
Giant stitches for home and beyond
As a decorative pillow or a cover, the cozy chunky knit takes on a whole new dimension that you can imagine making yourself. The materials you need for XXL knitting are the same as for conventional knitting or crocheting, but in an XXL version. When it comes to yarn, you can choose between super thick wool and fleece.
XXL knitting: material for giant stitches
Materials such as alpaca or sheep's wool and possibly fleece are particularly suitable for the production of cozy items such as blankets, scarves and sweaters. For small carpets, foot runners, mats, poufs and others that are subject to a lot of wear and tear, cotton yarn is the better choice because it is more robust and easier to care for than wool. You can also produce or recycle it yourself from old T-shirts and fabric scraps, making your original DIY project environmentally friendly.
Suitable types of wool
When knitting XXL, a certain thread thickness is very important, otherwise the knit will become very permeable, holey and ultimately look more like a net. A thread thickness of 30 mm is considered optimal and you can choose between different types of wool.
- Cotton: Pleasant, durable, but not as warming as virgin wool.
- Virgin wool: Warm and durable, but can scratch easily.
- Merino wool: Very soft, high quality, elastic, easy to work with and keeps you warm. Therefore ideal for knitting blankets, scarves, sweaters and hats.
- Angora wool: Insulating, fluffy.
- Alpaca wool: Very soft, light, warm, dimensionally stable and durable, but very expensive.
XXL knitting for beginners
When it comes to knitting needles, there are two options: two knitting needles or a crochet hook made of light wood in an extra size, i.e. at least 20 mm thick. If you have chosen a very thick wool yarn, then the knitting needles should also be stronger. Alternatively, you can use your own hands and arms instead of knitting needles. In this article we present helpful tips and video instructions for every XXL knitting method.
The best way to find extra large knitting needles for super thick knitting wool or combs is online. A 30 mm or 35 mm thickness is optimal for making large knitting projects such as blankets, scarves, carpets, cushions and much more. With these knitting needles, XXL knits are created at incredible speed. Variants made of wood and plastic are available.
XXL knitting works just like traditional knitting. However, it runs faster and is even better for beginners and new knitters. The reason for this is the thickness of the individual stitches. The choice of wool plays a very important role so that you are ultimately satisfied with the result. It should be extra voluminous and is usually referred to as XXL wool or chunky wool. It is usually made of pure new wool or a mixture of wool and acrylic.
You can see how the method works with two knitting needles in this video.
XXL knitting with a crochet hook
The knitting method also works on the crochet principle and only with one needle. XXL wooden crochet hooks are ideal for processing extra thick yarns and combs. This can be used to crochet extra large blankets, scarves, hats, round carpets, baskets and the like.
You can see how XXL crocheting works in this video.
Knitting without needles: arm knitting
Until now, even in the XXL version, knitting only worked with the help of knitting and crochet hooks, but now it can also be done without them, just with arms and hands. Arm knitting or “arm knitting” is a new DIY trend that has completely taken over Instagram, Pinterest and creative blogs. It's great for everyone because it's very easy and extremely quick. All you need is XXL wool and your own arms.
Instructions with hands
When arm knitting, the stitches are cast on with arms instead of knitting needles and the movements are exactly the same as in normal knitting. It just runs faster and after just the first three rows you have a remarkable result. After all, you don't need that much patience and time.
For an XXL wool blanket for two people measuring 150 cm x 190 cm you need around 4.5 kg of wool. This can be quite expensive. If you don't want to invest so much in your first self-knitted blanket, you can start with a smaller version. For a blanket for one person measuring 120 cm x 150 cm, approximately 3.5 kg of wool is required.
When knitting XXL, only the first row can be a bit nerve-racking and demanding. You should cast on the first stitches loosely and calmly. For a wool blanket that is 150 cm wide, around 30 giant stitches are cast on. For a smaller piece of knitting, such as a cushion cover, fewer stitches are enough. In the video you can see exactly how arm knitting works.
Knit giant blankets, mats, pillows, poufs, sweaters, etc. yourself
The possible variations for XXL knitting are almost limitless: from huge wool blankets to round carpets and doormats to oversized clothing such as sweaters, cardigans, scarves and hats. If you have a little time, you can make a whole set yourself. It takes about 4 hours to knit a large blanket. Home accessories made from XXL knitwear are very popular right now and make great loving gifts. Below we present a few great XXL knitting ideas.
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