Instructions
Free chevron baby blanket crochet pattern Basics
0/0Notes
- •This Free chevron baby blanket crochet pattern includes organized steps, materials, and helpful resources for crocheters.
- •Blanket is made in a ripple pattern which consists of a series of two 3-dc "peaks" and 2 dc3tog "valleys" with 8 dc worked between peaks and valleys. You may need to work several rows before the ripple is clearly visible.
- •To change color, work last stitch of old color to last yarn over. Yarn over with new color and draw through all loops on hook to complete stitch. Proceed with new color. Cut old color.
- •For a neater edge when changing colors, work a few stitches of new color over tail of old color.
- •Helpful resources: patterns catalog, crochet patterns for adults, Craft Yarn Council, Ravelry.
Blanket
0/6With A, chain 147.
Row 1 (right side): Working into back bumps, 2 dc in 3rd ch from hook (beginning ch counts as first dc), dc in next 8 ch, [dc3tog] twice, dc in next 8 ch, *3 dc in each of next 2 ch, dc in next 8 ch, [dc3tog] twice, dc in next 8 ch; repeat from * 4 times, 3 dc in last ch, turn—144 dc.
Rows 2–6: Ch 3 (counts as first dc here and throughout), 2 dc in first dc, dc in next 8 dc, [dc3tog] twice, dc in next 8 dc, *3 dc in each of next 2 dc, dc in next 8 dc, [dc3tog] twice, dc in next 8 dc; repeat from * 4 times, 3 dc in top of turning ch; change to B, turn.
Rows 7–10: Repeat Row 2 four times; change to A at end of Row 10.
Rows 11–16: Repeat Row 2 six times; change to B at end of Row 16.
Rows 17–56: Repeat Rows 7–16 four more times.
Finishing
0/1Weave in all ends.
FAQ
Questions about this pattern
Is Free Chevron Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern good for beginners?+
Yes. Free Chevron Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern is marked easy and includes step-by-step instructions, materials, gauge notes, and progress checkboxes.
What yarn weight do I need for Free Chevron Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern?+
This pattern lists Bulky (5). If you substitute yarn, make a gauge swatch before starting so the finished size stays close to the pattern notes.
How long does Free Chevron Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern take to crochet?+
The estimated time is 15–20 hours. Your pace may change depending on yarn choice, stitch familiarity, and how much finishing the project needs.
Do I need to check gauge for this crochet pattern?+
Yes. The pattern gauge is 1 chevron (from peak to peak) = 5" (12.5 cm) in pattern; 8 rows = 5" (12.5 cm). Use the listed hook size, 5.5mm (I-9 US), unless your swatch tells you to adjust. Checking gauge helps avoid a finished project that is too small, too large, or too stiff.
Can I print Free Chevron Baby Blanket Crochet Pattern?+
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