I just finished making this beautiful gray, blue, and white chevron blanket for our future little bundle of joy, and I love it so much that I thought I’d give you all the pattern so that you can make one as well!
The size of this blanket is very easy to adjust, so whether you want a baby blanket or a full size adult afghan, the possibilities are endless!
I used three different colors, but you can use just one solid color if you want, or several different colors!
So without further ado, here is the pattern for this chevron blanket.
Use a 5mm hook with worsted weight (medium) yarn.
Abbreviations:
Ch – chain
dc – double crochet
dc3tog – double crochet 3 together
st – stitch
**NOTE: At the end of each row you will dc 3 times in the turning chain (last chain on the first row) instead of doing the 3 dcs twice.**
Chain a multiple of 14 stitches + 2 stitches (I did 142 stitches to make it baby sized).
Row 1: (I started with blue) 2 dcs in 3rd ch from hook, *dc in each of the next 3 stitches, dc3tog 2 times, dc in each of the next 3 stitches, (3 dcs in next st) 2 times*; repeat from * to * across, ending with 3 dcs in last ch.
Row 2: Turn. Ch 2. 2 dcs in first dc, *dc in each of the next 3 stitches, dc3tog 2 times, dc in each of the next 3 stitches, (3 dcs in next st) 2 times*; repeat from * to * across, ending with 3 dcs in turning ch.
Repeat row 2 until blanket is to desired length.
I added a white border around my blanket using the same pattern from row 2 along the top and bottom, and a row of dcs along each side (in the end of the rows).
To get the color pattern, I crocheted 3 rows of blue, one row of white, 3 rows of gray, one row of white, and so on.
Update: Some people were having problems with the pattern, so here’s a picture of the pattern. This should answer a lot of questions.
I realized that I never posted pictures of the blanket in it’s natural habitat once we moved to our new house and Oliver was born. So, here you go!
Hope you enjoy this free pattern! Please let me know if you have any questions!
And here are some cute pictures of my little guy to get you through your day. Can’t believe he’s already 18 months old!
McVeycations 
Hi Joanna, So beautiful. You are SO talented! I love the colors – Civil War colors (the blue & the gray).
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What size crochet hook did you use?
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Hi! Sorry, I forgot to mention that. I used a 5mm hook with soft worsted weight yarn.
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Joanna,
How many stitches per inch. Thanks. Love the pattern and want to get it right.
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you totally mentioned the hook size in the pattern so don’t apologize.
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Hi Joanna,
In response to someone who asked what size hook. You did mention the size hook at the beginning of the pattern.
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I have crocheted for many years-my grandmother taught me when I was about 10 years old and of course she never used a written pattern. She could just look at it and make it. I on the other hand learned to read a pattern as well. The one thing you did not let a person know that visits this site is the size needle you used and the type of thread. For someone that has crocheted for years this is not something they would normally need to know but for the beginner it comes in handy. I always fall back to the good old size H hook but still have to go up or down. Now let me tell you that a friend of my daughters gave me a set of round knitting looms and they are kind of fun to play with..might be something you would like to try. Like the web site –I am making the crochet holder. Good luck!
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Did you go through just the back loops or through both?
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Through both loops.
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Hi Joanna!
I am new to crocheting and LOVE this blanket! I am hoping to make it for my friend’s baby. I plan to teach myself but…is this too complicated for a starting project? I have no idea what all of the abbreviations mean but I do have a book to help me, though I already feel a little lost! Should I start with something simpler? Do you have any tips? Thanks!
Kelly
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Hi Kelly,
I don’t think this blanket is difficult at all! You should be able to handle it without a problem. The only tricky stitch might be the dc3tog, which means that you need to double crochet 3 stitches together, but you should be able to find a youtube video that will show you how to do that. Here are the abbreviations and their meaning:
Ch – chain
dc – double crochet
dc3tog – double crochet 3 together
st – stitch
Good luck! Let me know if you have any other questions, and let me know how it turns out!
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Thank you! It will take a while, but I’m sure I’ll get there. Do you put the border in as you go or can you do it once you finish?
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Sorry Kelly, I just saw this. The white boarder is stitched at the very end when you have the blanket the finished size that you want.
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Just Beautiful!!!
How many balls or Grams does the baby sized blanket take?
And….
What are the measurements of ‘baby size’ blanket??
Thanks!
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Hi! This is EXACTLY what Ive been looking for and I’m so excited ive found your pattern. So simple! Thanks! I just have one question. About how many skeins of yarn did this take? Im on a tight ish budget and want to be able to work my budget 😉
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Hi Tameron, glad you found my pattern! I used just a little over one skein for each of the blue and gray, and one skein for the white. You could probably get by with just one skein of each if you make the blanket a little smaller.
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How many grams or meterage is one skein? I am in Australia. And this is sooooo beautiful – so glad a friend mentioned your site – I’ve been trying to modify three patterns into one to get this look and modifiable size.
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Hi Yvonne! It really varies depending on what brand and type of yarn you’re using. I don’t have the yarn I used on this blanket anymore, so I’m not sure of the exact size. I bought them in the baby yarn section, and they were average sized skeins. Not the smaller skeins you sometimes see in the baby yarn section.
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having a hard time understanding the pattern after you chain 140 is row 1 what you do ? where is says dc3tog 2 times is it in the same stitch?
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Hi Scottie,
Yes, after you chain 140, you’re going to start row 1. So you’ll chain 2 more (almost like you’re chaining 142 instead), then you’ll do 2 double crochets in the 3rd chain from the hook…and so on. Does that make sense?
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Oh, also the dc3tog 2 times is not in the same stitch. You’ll do it once in the first 3 stitches, and then again in the next 3 stitches.
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How much yarn did you use for the blanket?
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Hi Laurie, I used about one skein of white, and a little over one skein for both the blue and gray.
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Thanks a bunch Joanna! And congrats on your new baby! I’m expecting my second in April! 🙂
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i was just wondering what you ment when you said “3 dcs in turning ch.” does that mean you chain twice and then do the 3 dc ? or is it just 3dc in the last stitch and then chain twice and continue on like normal.
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You’re going to do 3 dcs in the chain after the last dc (not in the last dc) and then ch 2, turn, and proceed. Does that make sense?
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Ok, One more question. Should the DC3Tog stiches always end up in the valley of the chevron and the DC3 in one DC stitches at the peaks? This might sound silly but mine havent been lining up and the pattern is turning out more like a wave than a structured chevron like yours
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You should be doing the 3 dcs twice at the top of the wave, not just once. The rows should line up.
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So for the first row is it 3 double crochets in one chain, then dc3tog and 3 more in the next chain? or is it 3 double crochets in 3 individual chains, the dc3tog twice, then 3 more double crochets in3 chains. I am a bit confused as to whether the 3 dc are done in one stitch or separately.
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It’s 1 dc in each of the next 3 dcs.
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Thank you so much for your pattern. I am making this for my new granddaughter. I had tried 3 other patterns but had problems. This is working up so easily. Very well written. Thanks again.
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I’m so glad to know it’s working out for you!
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My blanket has turned out perfect and I feel super great about having another pattern under my belt! Thank you again for your patience an posting this!
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I’m sorry, I love this blanket and am trying so hard to understand this pattern.
I did my foundation chain, chained 2, and did a dc in the 3rd ch from hook. I then did a double crochet in each of the next 3 chains, and as for the dc3tog 2 times, I put 3 double crochets into 1 chain stitch and 3 in the next.
Starting back at the star, I then put a double crochet in each of the next 3 chain stitches…..but then I hit the part where it says to do the dc3tog 2 times, so again, am I supposed to put 3 double stitches in each of the next 2 stitches?
Am I doing something wrong? Where is the valley supposed to happen?
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The dc3tog means that you need to double crochet 3 stitches together into one stitch, not 3 individual dcs in one stitch. You should be able to find a YouTube video on how to do that. I’m on my phone in the car so I can’t figure out how to explain it in words.
So then you dc one time in each of the next 3 stitches. Then you dc 3x in each of the next two stitches. This creates the peak and the dc3tog creates the valley. Does that make sense?
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Sorry, this is an add-on to my previous post.
(I see it said to put 2 dc.’s in the 3rd chain from hook, so I did that)
I have a question about this part of your instruction, given after the dc3tog twice: dc in each of the next 3 stitches, (3 dcs in next st) 2 times.
The wording is tripping me up….because it sounds like you are saying (after doing 3 dc’s in 2 consecutive chain stitches) put a dc in each of the next 6 chain stitches. (I’m not sure if this isn’t what you mean, or you were just saying do a dc in the next 3, and again in the next 3, so that we are just working in a mindset of 3’s)
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How long did you make the baby afghan size? I’ve seen different measurements on different patterns? Thanks.
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The instructions for the second row are very confusing. I ended on a 3dc stitch in the first row, and followed the instructions for the 2nd row, but they do not seem to make the valleys and peaks match up correctly. I will probably use another pattern!
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Did you chain the correct number of chains at the beginning? They should line up properly.
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So I made a ch of 182. But, when I get to the last stitch of Row 1, I do not end with 3 DC in the last stitch. Can you help me, please?
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Hi Hannah, did you chain 2 after you chained 182? You need to make sure to do that or your stitches won’t line up.
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Please let me know what the multiple is. It is not 14. I can’t make this pattern work. Every chevron or ripple pattern I have crocheted or looked at never starts with a Ch 2 on Row 1. The peaks and valleys don’t line up. I don’t usually have a problem with these chevron/ripple patterns, but I have tried many times to make yours work, and it just doesn’t. You said the multiple is 14, but there are other stitches before and after the asterisk that must be counted.
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Hi Judy, I’m sorry you’re having problems. I’ve updated the pattern and included a simple picture diagram of the pattern. Hopefully this will answer your questions.
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How many skeins did u use & how many yards on each skein?
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Hi. I love the look of this blanket and want to make one for my friend who will be having a baby boy. I was wondering what the finished size of your blanket is so i can figure out whether I need to make it bigger or smaller. Thanks so much!
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Hi Angelina,
It’s approximately 34″x45″.
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Just Beautiful!!!
How many balls or Grams does the baby sized blanket take?
And….
What are the measurements of ‘baby size’ blanket??
Thanks!
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I was wondering how much yarn (yardage) you used to make this size blanket? Thanks!
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Hi there,
Just wondering…. how many stitches should I end up with after the second row. I chained 142 and DC in the 3rd chain from the hook but on my 2nd row, I only end up with 139.
Thanks!
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Joanna, thank you so much for this pattern! It is perfect for the baby gifts I need to make! I love you included the multiple count so it can adjust easily, I’ve been crocheting for 20+ years and I found your instructions to be clear & well written. Everyone is digging the chevron 🙂
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Thank you so much, Karen! You made my day. 🙂
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I am interested in doing this pattern in a multi-color, similar to what you pictured. Did you do the foundation row in white and then begin row 1 with the blue? As you went along, how many rows did you do of each color to repeat? For example, did you do 4 rows of Color A, 2 rows of white, and then 4 rows of Color B? Haven’t started yet … just trying to gauge the color changes from the photos. Thanks for your help!
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Hi Jennifer,
If you look on the last paragraph (before the update), I explain the color pattern: 3 rows of blue, one row of white, 3 rows of gray, and so on. Foundation chains are done with blue. Hope that helps!
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I just LOVE the colors you used! What brand & colors are used in this blanket? 🙂
Thank you!!
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Thank you, thank you, thank you! I’ve been trying to find a pattern I can easily follow for ages and stumbled across this one yesterday. I’ve been saving some wool to do a baby blanket and started this last night! I’ve just finished my first three rows and it looks lovely : )
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Thanks, Lucy! I’m so happy to hear that!
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This pattern is amazingly easy, I didn’t have one issue with it. Thank you for creating a pattern so simple to read.
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I have to be doing something wrong because I keep either ending on 3 seperate dcs or 2 of the decrease stitches… I really want to make this blanket for my baby boy on the way, and I can’t find any pattern that makes sense…
Haha and I read everyone is getting it lol
Maybe I should try again lol
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Hi Justina, maybe try looking at the diagram at the bottom to see if you’re doing it correctly.
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Can you please tell me the dimensions of the finished blanket? I would like to make it crib size.
Thanks!!!
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I love your pattern! Super easy to follow 🙂 Thank you for sharing!
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Once I start the second row, do I just go through the back loops when doing my double crotchets ? And do I go through both loops when doing the dc3tog or just the back loops?
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Hi Wendy, you’ll always go through both loops.
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Just to clarify, since I worded that a little wrong the first time. I’m not referring to the loops on my hook when doing the dc, but when I do each stitch, do I go thru both sides of the next chain or just the back loop of the chain? Thank you
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I did 142 chains and I end up short I chain at the end every time, (I have only enough to do 3 dc’s in the next 3 stitches, but am short the last chain to do the 3 dc’s in.
I have taken it apart and retried it 4 times and it happens every time. Anyone have any advice?
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Got it now. I was using very soft yarn and I crochet tight, so I wasn’t seeing my last stich correctly. On 5th row and doing good. Is easy pattern now that I figured out what my mistake was 🙂
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So, when you say a multiple of 14, you just do a simple chain of the number that you choose? So with this one, you just chained 142 stitches to get started? Nothing special?
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Hi Christine, you need to chain a multiple of 14, plus 2 chains. So for example, you could chain 14, 28, 42, 56, 70, 140, etc., and then you would add 2 chains to that number.
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Okay. I understand that part now. Can you go in to detail about the double crochet three together.
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Here’s a link to a youtube video explaining how to do this. This is not my video, just one I found for you.
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Joanna,
I am done with the afghan, but want to add a border. I have never added a border before. Can you instruct me on how to add the border to this afghan?
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Hi Wendy, there should be instructions toward the end of the tutorial on how to add the border.
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I am useing this Pattern for my baby blanket. I was wondering since I am doing 140 + 2 stitches on foundation, would each row be 142? Thanks for tip on “lining up the peaks and valleys”.
Please help.:-)
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Hi Martha, No it would still be 140 stitches on the rows because you’re skipping the first 2 stitches when you start the first row.
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HELP,,,what am I doing wrong? My stitches are NOT LINING UP.,the peaks n valley’s are every where but right..thanks..
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Did you look at the diagram? Sometimes a picture is worth a thousand words. I know that has helped some people.
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I have printed diagram / picture to use as a guide. Will work on blanket tonight therefore if I have any issues I will contact you again..Thank you for your patience.
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I just thought you would like to know that I am currently sitting on an airplane making a baby blanket with your pattern and the flight attendant asked for the pattern. I directed her to your website and told her how easy it was to follow your pattern because of the diagram, after trying and failing with so many other chevron patterns! Thanks for the pattern!
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That’s awesome, Amy! Thanks for sharing!
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Love the pattern. How big is one skein. How many ounces/yards per skein. Just want an idea. Thank you. Looks like you used a heavier yarn.
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Hi Joanna!
I’m crocheting this blanket for our very first nephew/grandchild for my senior project. I was just wondering how many rows total are there?
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Hi Bethany! I didn’t actually count the rows, since I just stopped when I thought it was big enough. 🙂 That’s the beauty of this pattern! You can decide how big or how small you want to make it. Hope that helps!
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Okay thank you 🙂
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I was wondering how many rows you did?
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May I ask what size skeins your had and what weight yarn you used (sport/DK/worsted)? I am ordering from Knit Picks and their skeins are smaller so I want to make sure I am ordering enough. Thank you for your pattern and for answering so many questions!!
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I am getting ready to start this blanket as my first crochet project (fully intending to make good use of tutorial youtube videos, of course!). You said you used one skein to just over one skein for each of the blue, gray, and white. Do you know how many yards were in each of your skeins? For baby blankets around the web I’ve seen skein estimates anywhere from 3 skeins to 17 skeins! I was just curious how many yards constituted one “skein”. Also, what brand of yarn did you use? The only medium weight yarn I have found so far is the Red Heart yarn that doesn’t seem to be very “soft” like your description of “soft worsted weight.” 🙂 Finally, how many chains do you make to begin this project if I would like my dimensions similar to yours? Is there a certain number or do I simply measure the chain to get to 34-35 inches in width? Thanks so much!
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Hi Callie,
I’m not positive if this is 100% accurate since I threw away the labels on the yarn after I used them, but I’m pretty sure I used the Softee Baby yarn by Bernat. It should be in the baby yarn section at your local Joann’s or Hobby Lobby. I’m looking at the packaging on another color I have that is the same brand, and it is 395 yards. I’m pretty sure that is what I used for this blanket. I made it over a year ago, so I’m sorry for not remembering completely. I’m 90% sure that is the yarn I used, though.
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Hey Joanna, you are such a lovely patient lady to keep answering all the questions! You’re a star!!!
Will be giving this a go myself, it looks so cute as a baby blanket!
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Haha, thanks! Come back and tell me how it turns out!
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Hey Joanna,
TThis has probably been asked but I didn’t see it anywhere. Row 1 when you finish and repeat from the beginning do you skip 3 chains and do 2 double cro. Or do you just double cro. With out skipping chains? I’m probably confusing you.
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Hi Shana. Are you talking about when you turn and start row 2? You’ll chain two and then start your first stitch in the first dc. So yes, essentially you are skipping those 2 chains you just made. Does that answer your question?
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LOVE this pattern! makes such a beautiful blanket! I started making this for a friend who just found out she is pregnant. I am doing 4 rows alternating white, grey, white, turquoise, white, grey white, turquoise etc. Such a great pattern! I got confused adding extra chains to make the blanket longer. I thought I had to add 16 chain sets to make it larger (cause it said 14+2 so I assumed that I had to do 16 for every set of chains I added!) so I added 3 extra sets of 16 chains to make the blanket longer. Ended up re-doing the blanket 4 times before I realized that you only have to add 14 chain sets till the blanket is as long as you wish, THEN add the extra two chains! now the blanket is working out perfectly and all my rows are lining up 🙂 thank you for sharing you pattern!
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Oh no! Glad you finally figured it out. I know how frustrating it can be to have to start a project over multiple times. Love the color combo you’re doing!
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Thanks for this pattern I’m going to make a blanket for my 9 year old daughter 🙂 I need to make it fit a sinhle bed and so I’m trying to figure out how much longer it needs to be. Was there a big difference between the length of your starting chain and the width of your blanket? I know chevron shrinks that a bit but I’ve never made one before.
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I honestly didn’t measure it when I just had the chains. It will shrink some with the peaks and valleys, but this isn’t too deep of a chevron, so it probably won’t shrink too much. I would definitely give yourself some extra length when you’re doing the chains just in case.
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Thanks for sharing the baby blanket pattern
It is very very beautiful
I will be trying it out very soon for my Grand son
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