Key Takeaways
- Deepest Bernat cut: The Bernat Blanket Extra in Faded Blue is sitting at 60% off, the biggest blanket yarn discount in this batch.
- Top chunky pick: The Bernat Blanket Extra Thick in Dove is half off and ranked #91 in its category, the highest-ranking chunky in the bunch.
- Best Lion Brand find: Hue + Me in Agave drops 36%, a rare cut on the Hook Nook collab yarn.
- Bulk buy worth a look: The Red Heart Super Easy Moss 3-pack brings #6 super bulky yardage at 33% off for big throws.
- Prices verified May 15, 2026.
Late May is the slowest yarn season of the year for most casual crafters, which is exactly why this week’s Berry Basket caught my eye. The people still buying chunky yarn in mid-May are working on baby shower gifts, summer dorm throws, or planning ahead for fall craft fairs. Bernat seems to know it. The Blanket line is showing up across the deals page at cuts I haven’t seen since the late January clearance.
The pattern this week is unmistakable. Bernat Blanket Extra, the chunkier sibling to the original Bernat Blanket, is on sale in four colorways at once, with the deepest cut hitting 60%. Lion Brand pushed several blanket-weight options into the same window, including the Cover Story chainette line and the Hue + Me collab yarn that almost never drops below ten dollars. Red Heart held the line on its Super Saver staples but threw in a 3-pack of Super Easy Moss that’s worth a look if you crochet weighted throws.
I leaned heavy on Bernat Blanket and other chunky yarns this week because that’s where the real markdowns live. A few accessories and a multi-skein bundle round things out.
What are the best Bernat Blanket yarn deals right now?
The best Bernat Blanket yarn deals this week center on the Blanket Extra line, which uses the same plush chenille texture as the original but in a jumbo #7 weight. Five Bernat skeins made the cut, four from the Blanket family and one Forever Fleece.
Bernat Blanket Extra Thick Dove
This is the headliner. The Blanket Extra Thick in Dove is a single 21.12oz skein of #7 jumbo chenille, which means one of these will get you most of the way through a small throw without joining new ends. The Dove color is a soft greige that works in basically any room. At 50% off and a bestseller rank of #91, this is the chunky yarn I’d grab first.
- 21.12oz jumbo skein
- 72 yards of #7 jumbo weight
- 100% polyester chenille
Bernat Blanket Extra Faded Blue
Same Blanket Extra format, this time in a faded blue that reads almost denim. The 60% cut is the steepest in this batch, and the polyester chenille is machine washable, which matters if the throw is going to live on a couch with a dog on it. Pair with a size N or larger hook for a quick weekend project.
- #7 jumbo weight chenille
- Machine washable polyester
- Works with N hook or larger
Bernat Blanket Extra Smoky Green
The Smoky Green is the moodier option of the Blanket Extra colorways on sale. It photographs darker than it knits up, so expect a soft sage in person. If you’re making a gift and don’t know the recipient’s palette, this color tends to land well.
- Chunky polyester chenille
- Soft sage colorway
- Quick-knit throw projects
Bernat Blanket Almond
This is the original Bernat Blanket, not the Extra, so the skein is smaller and the weight is bulky rather than jumbo. Almond is the neutral I keep coming back to for baby blankets because it doesn’t read pink or blue. Good entry point if you’ve never worked with chenille before, since the smaller skein is easier to manage than the brick-sized Extra.
- Original Bernat Blanket weight
- Soft neutral colorway
- #6 super bulky chenille
Bernat Forever Fleece Coal
Forever Fleece is Bernat’s answer to people who like chenille but find Blanket too dense. The texture is closer to actual fleece, with a softer hand and better drape for wearables. Coal is the deep charcoal in this drop, and the 35% cut is fair, not exceptional, but Forever Fleece rarely goes lower.
- Fleece-style yarn
- Better drape than chenille
- Deep charcoal color
Which Lion Brand chunky yarns are worth grabbing?
Lion Brand is running a quieter sale this week, but five chunky and blanket-weight skeins are sitting between 33% and 43% off. The Cover Story chainette construction is the one I’d recommend if Bernat Blanket has ever frustrated you with snags or pilling.
Lion Brand Cover Story Chainette Faded Denim
Lion Brand Yarn Cover Story Chainette, Blanket Yarn, Faded Denim, 1 Pack
Cover Story Chainette in Faded Denim is the easiest blanket yarn to recommend to people whose hands hurt from working with traditional chenille. The chainette structure is hollow and lightweight, so it doesn’t drag on your hook. 43% off is the deepest Lion Brand cut here and one of the better Cover Story prices I’ve tracked.
- Chainette construction
- Blanket-weight yarn
- Easier on hands than chenille
Lion Brand Cover Story Perfect Storm
Lion Brand Yarn, Cover Story Favorite Blanket Yarn for Knitting and Crochet, 223 Yards, Perfect Storm, 1 Pack
This is the newer Cover Story Favorite, with 223 yards per skein in Perfect Storm, a layered grey-blue. The longer yardage compared to standard blanket yarn means fewer ends to weave in on a throw. Good for anyone who hates joining new skeins mid-row.
- 223 yards per skein
- Heathered blanket yarn
- Knit and crochet friendly
Lion Brand Hue + Me Agave
Lion Brand Yarn, Hue + Me Chunky Yarn for Crocheting, Knitting, and Crafts, Agave, 1 Pack
Hue + Me is Lion Brand’s collaboration with Hook Nook, and it almost never goes on sale, so 36% off the Agave colorway is worth noting. The chunky weight is a wool-acrylic blend, which gives it more body than 100% acrylic chunkies and a slightly rustic finish. Sweater knitters tend to gravitate to this one.
- Chunky wool-acrylic blend
- Hook Nook collaboration
- Rustic finish
Lion Brand Heartland Thick & Quick Piedmont
Lion Brand Yarn, Bulky Heathered Heartland Thick & Quick Yarn for Knitting and Crochet, Piedmont, 1 Pack
Heartland Thick & Quick in Piedmont is a heathered bulky acrylic with a soft drape. The heathering hides minor tension issues, which makes it forgiving for beginners or for anyone who watches TV while they crochet. Reasonable 34% cut.
- Bulky heathered acrylic
- Soft drape
- Forgiving on tension
Lion Brand Go for Faux Chinchilla
Lion Brand Yarn (1 Skein) Go for Faux Thick & Quick Bulky Yarn, Chinchilla, 72 Foot (Pack of 1)
Go for Faux is exactly what it sounds like, a faux fur yarn that knits into something that looks like a Restoration Hardware throw. Chinchilla is the muted grey colorway. Each skein is only 72 feet, so this isn’t a one-skein-blanket situation, but a single skein makes a luxe pillow cover.
- Faux fur yarn
- 72 feet per skein
- Super bulky weight
Super bulky and multi-skein finds
For larger projects, buying chunky yarn one skein at a time gets expensive fast. The 3-pack option this week is the right call if you’re committing to a full-size blanket.
Red Heart Super Easy Moss 3 Pack
Red Heart Super Easy Moss Yarn – 3 Pack of 250g / 8.8oz – Acrylic – #6 Super Bulky – 238 Yards – Knitting/Crochet
Three 250g skeins of Red Heart Super Easy Moss in #6 super bulky, totaling 714 yards. That’s enough for a generous lap throw with very little math involved. Acrylic, machine washable, and the moss green reads woodsy without going camouflage.
- 3 skeins, 250g each
- #6 super bulky
- 238 yards per skein
What about hooks for chunky yarn?
You can’t work jumbo yarn with a standard G hook, and Lion Brand happens to have its three-hook set on sale at the same time as half its chunky yarn lineup. Convenient.
Lion Brand Crochet Hook Set J/K/N
The set includes a J, K, and N hook, which covers most chunky and super bulky projects. The N is the workhorse for Bernat Blanket Extra. Aluminum construction, ergonomic shape, and at 40% off it’s cheaper than buying a single N hook at retail. Worth adding if you’re committing to any of the blanket yarns above.
- Three aluminum hooks
- Sizes J, K, and N
- Ergonomic grip
Frequently asked questions
Is Bernat Blanket yarn good for beginners?
Yes, with a caveat. The chunky weight means you see progress fast, which is encouraging for new crocheters and knitters. The chenille texture can split if you’re working too tightly or with a hook that’s too small, so go up a hook size if your stitches feel cramped.
What’s the difference between Bernat Blanket and Bernat Blanket Extra?
Bernat Blanket is a #6 super bulky yarn, while Bernat Blanket Extra is a #7 jumbo weight, so Extra is noticeably thicker. Extra skeins are also much larger, around 21oz versus 10.5oz for regular Blanket, which means fewer joins on big projects. Hook size for Extra usually starts around N or P.
How much Bernat Blanket yarn do I need for a throw?
For a standard 40×50 inch throw in regular Bernat Blanket, plan on roughly 3 to 4 skeins depending on stitch density. With Bernat Blanket Extra, one or two of the jumbo skeins will usually cover a lap throw thanks to the heavier yardage per gram. Always buy one extra to account for tension variation.
Can I machine wash Bernat Blanket yarn?
Yes. Bernat Blanket is 100% polyester chenille and is rated for machine wash cold and tumble dry low. The texture holds up well to repeated washing, though heavy heat can flatten the pile over time.
What hook size works best with chunky blanket yarn?
For regular Bernat Blanket and similar #6 super bulky yarns, an L (8mm) or M (9mm) hook is the standard. For Bernat Blanket Extra and other #7 jumbo yarns, jump up to an N (10mm) or P (15mm). If you’re seeing your hook split the yarn, you’re almost always too small.
This was a strong week for chunky yarn specifically. Discounts ran from 33% to 60% across the Bernat Blanket family, with Lion Brand sitting in the 33% to 43% range and Red Heart staying conservative at 33% on its 3-pack. The Bernat markdowns are the real ones here. I track the original Blanket Almond at $14.99 most weeks, and it rarely drops below ten dollars outside of major sale events.
The standout I’d actually buy is the Bernat Blanket Extra Thick in Dove. It’s the highest-ranked chunky yarn in this batch (#91 in category), the discount is genuine, and one jumbo skein covers most of a small throw without joining. If I’m being honest, I’d skip the Go for Faux unless you have a specific pillow project in mind. 72 feet per skein burns through fast, and the per-yard cost is high even on sale. The Lion Brand crochet hook set is the sneaky good buy of the week if you don’t already own larger hooks.
Watching the next few weeks, I expect Bernat to push more Blanket colorways into the sale rotation as Memorial Day approaches, with Lion Brand likely to follow with Mandala and Wool-Ease deals. If you’re stocking up for fall craft fair inventory, this is the early window. If you’re only making one throw and you already have a color in mind, there’s no reason to wait. You can browse all deals for the rest of this week’s roundups, including the recent arts & crafts category page if you want to see what came before.
