This C2C crochet dump truck blanket pattern was made for Hudson — and it’s been one of the most fun projects I’ve ever designed. There is something so satisfying about watching a pixel graph come to life row by row, and when that image is a big bold dump truck in Bernat Blanket yarn? It is squishy, chunky, and works up so much faster than you’d think. I finished mine over 4 evenings, promise! Whether you’re making it as a play mat, a kids throw, or a construction-themed nursery statement piece — this one always gets a reaction. 🚧

Why You’ll Love This Pattern

• ✅ Beginner friendly C2C — clear pixel graph plus written row-by-row instructions so you always know where you are
• ✅ Super bulky yarn — Bernat Blanket yarn works up fast and gives the most satisfying squishy result
• ✅ Bold pixel dump truck design — modern, graphic, and always a hit with truck-loving kids
• ✅ Works as a play mat or throw — big enough at 40″ x 46″ to actually play on
• ✅ Customisable colours — swap the palette to match any nursery or kids room
• ✅ Brilliant handmade gift — for birthdays, baby showers, or any construction-obsessed toddler

Pattern Details

Materials Needed

• 🧶 Bernat Blanket Yarn (#6 Super Bulky) — approx. 4–5 skeins across your colour choices
• 🪡 9.0mm crochet hook
• 🧵 Tapestry needle
• ✂️ Scissors
• 🔖 Stitch markers — optional but helpful for tracking rows

Pattern Notes

This is a simple C2C (corner to corner) pattern with 4 colour changes. C2C is a really fun technique once you get the rhythm — you work diagonally across the blanket building up small pixel squares, which is how the dump truck image emerges row by row.

One important tip before you start: make bobbins. With 4 colour changes, managing your yarn without bobbins will get tangled very quickly. I thought I could skip that step and I got myself into a real mess! Take the extra 10 minutes to wind your bobbins before you cast on — you will thank yourself later.

When referring to the chart, start at the bottom left corner of the grid. To change colours cleanly, work to the last 2 loops on hook, yarn over with the new colour, and pull through both loops to complete the stitch. This gives you a crisp, clean colour change every time.

New to C2C? Check out my C2C Spotlight Stitch tutorial — it walks you through the technique step by step before you dive into the pattern.

Also Available in the Kids Bundle!

This pattern is included in the Kids Crochet Pattern Bundle along with the Bunny C2C Blanket and the Crochet PLAY decor pattern. Get all three kids patterns together and save.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to know C2C to make this?

Basic C2C knowledge is helpful but not required — the PDF includes clear instructions and I have a full C2C tutorial here on the blog that walks you through the technique from scratch before you start.

What yarn do I need?

Bernat Blanket yarn is my top recommendation — it’s super bulky, incredibly squishy, and comes in a huge range of colours. You’ll need approximately 4–5 skeins across your colour choices depending on how much of each colour appears in the design.

Can I change the colours?

Absolutely — the pixel graph works in any colour combination. Navy and yellow is a classic construction look, but this blanket is just as stunning in any colours that match your child’s room.

How long does it take to make?

I finished mine over 4 evenings using Bernat Blanket yarn and a 9mm hook. Super bulky yarn with a large hook means this grows much faster than it looks — it’s a very satisfying project to watch come together.

What does C2C mean?

C2C stands for corner to corner — a crochet technique where you work diagonally across the blanket building up small pixel squares. It’s perfect for graphghan designs like this dump truck because it creates a crisp pixelated image. Check out my full C2C tutorial here if you’d like to learn the technique first.

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