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 
I’m new to ccrochet. I was wondering do I tie off each color before beginning the next row of a new color? Thanks! This blanket is beautiful!
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Hi Katie, you can tie off and weave in each color as you go or wait until the end (but before you do the white boarder around the outside). You’ll obviously need to clip the yarn when switching colors. Look up a YouTube video to show you how to change between colors.
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Thanks for this pattern, I’m half way through it now and it looks stunning! I’ve done mine in blue denim cotton, 4 different shades and it looks really modern (I’m doing it for a young mum). Thanks again, love it!!(All the way fae Scotland!)
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I have started over 3 times now. The waves seem to line up great at first. the first and then it somehow ends up off. Once I get to the end of my second row, it’s not ending with a 3dc in the turning chain. It usually ends with the first DC3TOG. Then by the end of the next row it’s off. Any idea what I’m doing wrong. I chained 196 + 2.
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I’m not a newbie but i had to say how amazing southern daisy is. I would have lost my s&)( with all the same questions about this pattern. she can only answer alot of those questions by repeating what is already written in the pattern. try using a book or google like i did YouTube to help clarify a stitch. my head hurts after reading all that.
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Haha! I don’t mind, but sometimes I forget to respond to some of them.
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Haha. I must admit I thought the same thing. You are a very patient person! I taught myself to crochet using a YouTube video this past winter. I have crocheted quite a few things, including several chevron blankets and I find your pattern easy to understand. It is actually the questions that are confusing me. Beautiful blanket. The next boy blanket I crochet will be this one. Thanks!
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Haha! I get confused sometimes too. Some questions aren’t easily answered if I can’t see the actual blanket they’re working on.
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Hey! Love the blanket, I have always just stuck with hats so this will be my first blanket, for my baby boy on the way (7 weeks away!)… how many stitches are supposed to be at the end of each row including the chain 2 ….?? I keep screwing it up and then having to start over because I’ll get to the end of the rows, and when I’m only supposed to dc 3 in the last stitch… in order to get 140, I end up having like 5 dc in the last stitch…
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Hi Becky. Congratulations on your baby boy! Have you looked at the diagram? That might answer your question. The blanket I made is in my son’s room, and he’s sleeping right now, so I can’t check.
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Hi Joanna,
We have the same name! I don’t come across a lot of other people named Joanna. Also, I am from the San Fernando Valley and know exactly where West Valley Christian Academy is.
I wanted to compliment you on the gorgeous blanket and easy-to-follow pattern. I just made one for a friend, and she is going to love it! I was also wondering if it is ok to use your pattern to make blankets to sell. I couldn’t find anywhere saying it wasn’t ok, but I wanted to check. I’m planning to open an Etsy shop, so I am checking on patterns I’ve used before. I of course would give you credit for the design and a link to your blog. Please let me know either way. Thanks!
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Hi! Small world! I actually only went to West Valley for a year (3rd grade), and went to Faith Baptist Schools in Canoga Park from birth through high school. You are more than welcome to use this pattern to sell blankets. Thank you for asking!
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Very nice blog post. I certainly appreciate this website.
Keep it up!
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Thank you for the free pattern! I was looking for a pattern to make a blanket with three different colors and could not find one that would work with the amounts of yarn i have, but this pattern is perfect! I will be using pink, grey and black but i have more grey and black then pink. I can’t wait to get started!
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How many balls of yarn did you use for this blanket.
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thanks very pretty .. 🙂
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Hi, I love this pattern and it came out absolutely beautiful!! I noticed it looked like you did some edging? Is it just double crochets? Would you mind sharing that pattern? Also, did you fill in the top and bottom waves? Just wondering if you had a pattern for that too. Thanks so much! I love this pattern!!
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Yes, I’m pretty sure I talked about this at the end of the pattern. It’s just double crochets in each row along the sides and following the same pattern as the blanket for the top and bottom.
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Hi Joanna!
Just wanted to let you know that I have made a couple of these blankets, blogged about it and linked back to your pattern!!
I simply love this pattern!! Thank you sooooooooo much!! And love your blog as well! 🙂
http://doestudio.blogspot.ca/2015/07/free-pattern-crochet-chevron-baby.html
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Aww thanks Dawn! I really appreciate it! I just checked out the link, and I love the blankets you’ve made with the pattern!
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Thank you for the free pattern. I would like to use it to make a scarf and, believe it or not, I’m having trouble finding a pattern I can understand. How many stitches to start would I use to make a scarf about 8″ wide and what would the pattern be? Thank you.
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Hi Carol, you’d follow the pattern as written, just make your beginning chain as long as you want it to be for the width of your scarf. It should work as long as it’s a multiple of 14.
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Hi,
I’ve made this blanket and it’s adorable. Thanks for the pattern. May I translate it into french and put it on a Facebook page for french crocheters? I would mention your name and link you website back. I would appreciate if you allow me to do it.
Thanks
Béatrice
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Sure! No problem! Thank you for asking!
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Thanks !!
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So do baby size, you crochet 142 across and 2 stitches for the turn?
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No it would be 140 chains + 2 (142 total).
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Thanks! Actually putting down my tablet and starting to crochet this afghan right now. 🙂
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Hello Joanna,
I just love your blanket and I learned to crochet so I could make this for my
new grandson! I am almost finished and it is beautiful!! I and would like to know if you have any other boarders you would recommend for this blanket.
Also, I just love the wall letters you have in adorable Oliver’s nursery. Did you make those too? My daughter would love to know how or where you got them.
Thank you! :))
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Hi Ann, I’m so glad you were able to use my pattern! I don’t have any other border ideas, but I’m sure you could look on Pinterest or YouTube for some ideas. As for the letters, I bought 8×10 blank canvases at Joann’s (they have them at Hobby Lobby as well), covered them with fabric using a staple gun, hot glued a ribbon boarder around the edges, painted the letters, and then hot glued them to the canvases. It was super easy!
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Hello Joanna,
Thank you for responding so quickly!!
I appreciate you telling me how to make the wall decor. You are amazing!!
Thank you again for all your inspirations for a darling nursery!
🙂
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Hello Joanna,
I have finished my blanket and I hope you can help me with the starting of the edge boarder.
Should I just continue where I left off and go around the edge with the row 2 pattern and changing it to dc on the sides, or should I start the edge on its own?
Thank you so much for your time!:))
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I’m pretty sure I continued with the row 2 pattern using white, and then when I got to the end of the row I did 2 dcs in the corner and continued with dcs down the side, 2 dcs in the next corner, then the row 2 pattern, and so on. Hope that helps!
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Hi Joanna
Just lovely. I might have overlooked it …how many balls of wool did you use what ply and what was the final measurement of the blanket? Im a novice so I will be getting mum to help me.
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My final measurements were 32″x46″. I used just over one skein of yarn for each color, except the white, of which I used a little less.
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I just finished this baby blanket for my friend who is due to have her baby in a few weeks. It turned out fantastic!! I am absolutely in love with it! So much so that I decided to make myself a larger version of he one I made her 🙂 Thank you again for such a great pattern!
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What size skeins did you use for this project? Also, do you remember what yarn brand/type you used? Thanks!
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Thank you so much for the pattern. I do not crochet much, but I found your pattern extremely easy to follow!!
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So happy to hear (or read) it!
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A long and over due, note of appreciation.
Thank you for posting your pattern, it has been such an awesome adventure creating many afghans for my family. The best presents ever! Your pattern was easy to read and follow. I was so silly about mentioning myself from California, well never mind my silliness, Hello and Thank you from California. Big Hugs! Sandy
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You made my day, Sandy! Hello from another California native. 😉
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I am sending a private message (I hope). Trying to surprise our daughter. She knows all ways in using the computer, so I hope she does not see this. I am asking if you do these awesome chevron baby blankets for other people, like myself, that does not crochet? Our daughter is having a baby girl in late December or early January. She is using the baby elephant theme. I was searching and saw your website. I just adore your son’s blanket and his wall name above his bed. She is using in the nursery pale baby pink, pale gray and white as her color theme. I will be most appreciative if you would consider this personal request. The chevron pattern is what is she wanting and a very very soft-feeling baby blanket. I am at a loss. How is his wall name done? I will be more than happy to send you a check if you decide to do this task. If not, I understand and could you provide me with some guidance. Thank you for taking the time in reading this. I am grateful!
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Hi Martha,
Thanks for taking the time to comment. I do not sell baby blankets, as I do not have the time since I have two little ones of my own. However, if you really would like to have one made for her, I do have a friend that has made a couple blankets using this pattern, and she might be willing to make it for you. I can pass along your email address to her, if you wish. As for the name, I purchased 8×10 blank canvases at Joann Fabrics (can also be found at Michael’s or Hobby Lobby) and covered them with fabric using a staple gun. I then hot glued ribbon around the edges, painted the wooden letters (also can be found at any craft store), and hot glued the letters onto the fabric. Hope that helps! Let me know if you want me to pass on your information to my friend.
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Thank you so much for this pattern. It is ready to work. Making it for a friend’s baby shower. Excited for the finished product!
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I actually saw this question asked already, but I did not see an answer. For some reason after my second row I always end up with 139. Any ideas what I am doing wrong? I love the pattern! I am just getting so frustrated not being able to figure out what I am doing wrong.
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Can u make a larger blanket for adult ..if can how many chains to begin with. .
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Yes, you’ll do it the same way. Just make sure your beginning chain row is in multiples of 14. As long as it’s a multiple of 14, you can make it as big or small as you want. Once you have it the width you want, add 2 chains and you’ll be good to go!
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Loved this pattern!!! It was an easy pattern that grew quickly with the chunky yarn I had picked. Strangely I used almost the exact same colors but added a coral color for the edge. Wish I could post the picture of the lovely blanket to share with you.
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Awesome!
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Gorgeous pattern and gorgeous son! Thank you so much for sharing! I plan to make one using pinks for a sweet couple expecting a girl in January. They’re going to LOVE it! Thanks again!
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Love this pattern! I made it in purple, grey & white for my granddaughter that is due in March.
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Oh my goodness! I just made this same blanket with the exact same colors but by altering another pattern! I wish I had seen this first! I made mine for my first grandchild to go with the current Snoopy Bedding pattern. I love this!
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I just wanted to say how much I LOVE this pattern!! I found it on pinterest when looking for a crochet project I wanted to do for my baby due in June! The directions were easy to follow and the picture helped so much!! Thank you so much for posting it!!
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Aww that makes me so happy! Congratulations on your pregnancy!
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I love this pattern, I had a little trouble at first but I am so happy you added a photo of how the stitches are suppose to line up! I am making my second baby on the way a blanket and this is just perfect! Funny thing is his name is going to be Oliver too! Haha, I am using Vannas Choice yarn which is working pretty well for this pattern.
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I’m so glad! Congratulations!!
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I made a blanket using your pattern and it came out perfectly. Love it! Thank you. Made it for a coworker friend expecting a baby boy in March.
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That’s awesome, Carolyn!
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I’m working this pattern now and my peaks and valleys are puckering its not laying flat is there something that I may be doing wrong? My tension is not overly tight. I’ve never done a ripple pattern before so this is a learning process. Thanks for any tips.
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Are you doing the dc3tog correctly? And doing it twice?
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I too, am having the same problems as Linda. This is my first chevron pattern that I’ve tried. Yes, I’ve looked at the picture, and yes I’ve watched two different youtube videos. What is my count supposed to be once I’ve finished the first row on the foundation chain? And the other question I have is that the second row seems to be turned around. I followed it exactly, checked it three times, and it seems the exact opposite of what it should be. The valleys are on the peaks and the peaks are on the valleys. I turned it around on the pattern for myself, but did I miss something?? Thanks.
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The only thing I can think of is that you’re not ending the row correctly. Instead of doing the last peak the way it is written {(3 dcs in next st) 2 times}, at the end of the row, you should only be doing 3 double crochets in the last chain one time. So basically you’re ending the row at the top of a peak, instead of completing a full peak. I hope that makes sense and fixes your problem.
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Love this blanket the colors are beautiful together
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This pattern is actually very easy once you realize you are crocheting 3 double crochets together and not just three stitches together. The way it is written and the way to comes across to me is double crochet 3 stitches together. That is why people are ending up with less stitches and things aren’t lining up. Without the chart and the video, I never would have understood what you meant. Everyone writes their patterns differently which doesn’t help matters. In any case, thanks for the pattern!
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Hi Joanna. Thanks for the beautiful pattern and chart. I was having problems trying to find the stitch the last 3 dc go at the end of each row but the chart was the key.
Do I put the last 3 dc directly into the second chain of the turning chain or between the last two turning chains?
I made my chains a little bigger than the hook but my bottom row is puckered. Will it straighten out when I add the bottom border?
Do you make your chains larger in all your projects?
I am using Caron simply soft worsted and the yarn is so soft that the yarn pulls out from the slip stitch. Should I double knot this? How would you deal with this?
Thanks for your help.
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Yes, you would put the last 3 dcs in the turning chain. I do typically have the bottom edge curl up on me slightly when I’m crocheting any project, but usually after the border is added it lays flat. However if it’s extremely puckered, then something went wrong. As far as the yarn, you could definitely double knot it if that makes you feel more confident that it won’t come undone.
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Hi Joanna, I just noticed your reply to my post. I am doing the 3doctg twice, and I’m doing it in the same way you would do 2together, I didnt look at a YouTube tutorial though. Is that the correct way? Thanks.
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Hi there. I made this blanket last year and that turned out great. I am making it again now. I have followed the pattern exactly. Is it normal for your first several rows to be rippley? That’s what is happening to me now. I’m doing it the same way you did it with your color changes, 3 rows of one color, then 1 white, then 3 of another color, then 1 white, and so on. I’ve done my first 3 rows and half of my first white row. At what point should it lay down flat? Like I said I made this last year, but I just can’t remember how that one was. I got to this point and thought I’d made a mistake, then re-crocheted the entire thing and it’s happening again. If you can just tell me if I’m doing this right, I would appreciate it! Thank you!
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I honestly don’t know why all of a sudden a couple people are saying that it’s not laying flat. I haven’t changed any of the directions. The only thing I can suggest is to look at the diagram and make sure you’re following it exactly.
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I figured out what I was doing wrong and I feel SO stupid! Rookie mistake. I was dc3tog all in the same stitch instead of connecting 3 separate stitches together to do the decrease. I can’t believe It took me 3 days to figure it out. Lol
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Thank you so much for this. I self taught myself and I’ve always wanted to make a chevron blanket. I’m really excited. I’m going to start it in the morning.
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Thank you for this beautiful pattern! My friend just found out she’s having boy/girl twins and I am making them each a blanket. 🙂 just a quick question, once you’ve done the border all the way around, how do you attach the last stich to the very first stich? Thank you!!
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Hi there! You would attach it with a slip stitch, and then tie it off. 🙂
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Thank you so much for this simple chevron design. For some reason I’ve always struggled with chevrons, but your pattern was easy to follow and turned out great in pink & white!
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Turned out great! Will be doing this again in Alabama colors- Roll Tide!
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Hi! Sorry if this has been asked already, but how long did you make your blanket?
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I made mine about 34″x45″.
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Thank you so much for this pattern and for responding to all the question, I have used it 3 times…made a dress for my daughter and now am making a blanket exactly like yours and it’s so pretty…. I’ll like to ask how many blue rolls and how many grey rolls did you make???… Thanks once again, is there a way I can show you pictures when am done?
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Hi Ada, I think I already answered this, but I used a little over one skein of yarn for both the blue and the gray, and one skein for the white.
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How many yards are your skeins? Thx
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Thank you for this wonderful pattern! I just completed it as a gift and now I might make one for my own newborn! I had no trouble at all, especially with your diagram.
I used the cut & tie method when changing colors (vs carrying) and I had a ton of knots to bury, but I think it worked out ok.
Thanks again!
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