If you’ve been wanting to try a chevron project but feel a little intimidated by all the increases and decreases, don’t worry, I’ve got you! This easy crochet chevron pattern keeps things super simple by using just single crochet stitches. So if you’re comfortable with the basics, you’ll be able to follow along with no problem.
What are Chevron Crochet Stitches?
Before we get to the tutorial, I’ll begin with a brief explanation of what it means when someone talks about a chevron crochet pattern, for those of you that are new to this method. The term chevron in crochet refers to using increases and decreases in a each row to create peaks and valleys, resulting in a wavy/zig-zag fabric.
It might sound a little technical at first, but here’s how it works:
- Increases (peaks): To create the top point of a zigzag, you’ll work two or three stitches into the same stitch — usually in the center of each peak. This adds width in that spot, pushing the fabric upward.
- Decreases (valleys): To form the dips or inward points, you’ll crochet two or more stitches together. For example you might use single crochet two together (sc2tog) if working with single crochet stitches, or double crochet two together (dc2tog) if working with double crochet stitches. This reduces the number of stitches and pulls the fabric downward.
- Even spacing between peaks and valleys: Between the increases and decreases, you’ll work a set number of regular stitches. This spacing is what keeps the chevron consistent and evenly spaced across the row.
To start a chevron project, your foundation chain usually needs to be a multiple of a certain number (depending on your pattern) plus a few extra stitches to account for turning or maintaining symmetry at the ends.
The combination of consistent increases and decreases gives you a balanced up-and-down wave across each row. And the more rows you add, the more dramatic and eye-catching the ripple effect becomes.
Video Tutorial
I put together this tutorial to walk you through an easy crochet chevron stitch pattern for a baby blanket. Once you get into the rhythm, the pattern is really easy to memorize — perfect for TV crocheting or whenever you just want to relax with your yarn.
This stitch is versatile too. You can use it to make baby blankets, scarves, dishcloths, or even full-size throws. It’s one of those go-to patterns that looks impressive but is actually really beginner-friendly. I’ll also show you how to change colors cleanly.
In the video below, I demonstrate how to crochet the single crochet chevron stitch that is used the Leelee Knits Peaches and Cream Baby Blanket. This cheerful beginner friendly baby blanket works for either gender, and is so much fun to make! It would look gorgeous draped over baby’s crib in the nursery, and is the perfect textures for snuggles. Made entirely with the single crochet stitch, this pattern is as easy as it is adorable. The video also includes a demo of how to change colours at the end of a row, and then crochet over the yarn tails to avoid weaving in loose ends.
The crochet pattern for this chevron stitch baby blanket is posted ad free on this blog (see link above), but you can also purchase the PDF file for easy reading and printing through my Ravelry store, or by clicking on the button below:
