Easy Chevron Stitch Crochet Baby Blanket (Free Pattern)

This easy chevron stitch baby blanket by Michelle of MJ's Off The Hook Designs is a classic zigzag in soft grays, navy, white and sky blue. The chevron is worked in double crochet through the back loops only, which adds a subtle ridged texture, and the whole blanket uses a simple one-row repeat. Finished with fringe on the sides, it makes a perfect baby shower gift. The written pattern is free on Michelle's blog.

Chevron Baby Blanket at a Glance

• Designer: Michelle of MJ's Off The Hook Designs
• Skill level: easy
• Finished size: about 32 x 40 in (81 x 102 cm)
• Yarn: worsted weight acrylic in 5 colors (2 balls each of four colors and 1 ball of the accent color)
• Hook: 5.5 mm
• Gauge: 16 stitches and 8 rows = 4 in in pattern
• Video length: about 16 minutes

How the Chevron Works

Each row has peaks, made by working extra stitches into one stitch, and valleys, made by skipping or decreasing stitches. Because every row is the same, the zigzag builds up quickly and you only need to memorize one row. Working in the back loops leaves a little ridge on each row, which makes the stripes stand out.

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Finishing with Fringe

The video also includes a fringe tutorial. Fringe along the sides gives the blanket a playful, cozy finish, and you can make it as long or short as you like.

Images and patterns courtesy of MJ's Off The Hook Designs

Enjoy the Video Tutorial

Source: MJ's Off The Hook Designs

Tips for Perfect Chevrons

• Count every row at first so the peaks line up.
• Use stitch markers on the peaks for the first few rows.
• Keep the fringe the same length and trim it at the end.
• Choose your palette: pastels for a nursery or bold brights for a toddler.

More from MJ's Off The Hook Designs

Try the large crochet hexagon, the granny ripple blanket or the Cozy Cottage cabled throw.