Crochet Chevron Baby Blanket
Create a stunning and unique masterpiece with the Crochet Chevron Baby Blanket pattern. This pattern is perfect for those looking to add a touch of elegance and style to their baby's nursery. The chevron design adds a modern twist to the traditional crochet blanket, making it a standout piece that will surely catch everyone's attention. Not only is this pattern visually appealing, but it is also practical and functional. The crochet stitches create a thick and durable fabric that will keep your baby snug and comfortable. The blanket is also the perfect size for swaddling, cuddling, or even as a decorative piece for the nursery. So why settle for ordinary when you can create something extraordinary with the Crochet Chevron Baby Blanket pattern? Let your imagination run wild and crochet a one-of-a-kind masterpiece that will be cherished for years to come.
Skill Level – Basic
Size Information
Gauge
- 18 sts in 8 rows in 10×10 cm/4×4 inches. (In pattern)
Measurements/Sizes
- Length = 30 inches/76 cm
- Width of your blanket = 30 inches/76 cm
- Finished blanket size = Newborn blanket
- To make this in larger sizes, you can adjust the number of chains for the length and width.
- This stitch pattern is worked in multiples of 16+2.
The supplies you need…
Yarn
- You will need five colors.
- Yarn A x 4
- Yarn B x 3
- Yarn C x 3
- Yarn D x 3
- Yarn E x 3
- Any DK/Light worsted yarn/8 Ply.
- 50g/165m/179 yds.
- Total meters needed for blanket = 2,640 m
- Total yards needed for the blanket = 2,864 yds
This blanket is crocheted in baby yarn (any baby DK/Light Worsted/8-Ply yarn in the fiber you choose – wool, cotton, or acrylic).
Type of yarn: I used a budget-friendly DK baby yarn that is 55% Polyamide and 45% acrylic yarn.
You could use scrap yarn for this project from your yarn stash (with a color change) and experiment with yarn weights; for example, use a worsted weight yarn, an aran weight yarn, or a bulky yarn.
Yarn Suggestion: You could use cotton yarn, Lion Brand Mandala Baby, Lion Brand Babysoft, Debbie Bliss Baby Cashmerino, self-striping yarn or any other yarn that you find to be suitable.
Hook Size
- 4 mm (US G-6) crochet hook.
Notions
- Scissors.
- Darning needle/tapestry needle
- Tape measure.
Abbreviations
The pattern is written in US crochet terms.
- ch – Chain
- Cont – Continue
- dc – double crochet
- Rem – Remaining
- Rep – Repeat
- St(s) – Stitches
- Sl st – Slip stitch
- sk – skip
Chevron Blanket Pattern Instructions
- This pattern is worked in 5 colors (A, B, C, D, E).
- This stitch pattern is worked in multiples of 16+2.
- Foundation chain – With Yarn A – ch 144.
- Row 1: With Yarn A, 2 dc in the 2nd ch from the hook, *1 dc in each of the next 7 ch, miss next ch, 1 dc in each of the next 7 ch, 3 dc in next ch;* rep from * to end, working 2 dc in last ch, turn.
- Row 2: With Yarn B, 1 ch, 2 dc in first stitch (dc), *1 dc in each of the next 7 dc, miss next 2 dc, 1 dc in each of the next 7 dc, 3 dc in next dc;* rep from * to end, working 2 dc in the last dc, turn,
- Change to Yarn C and Rep row 2.
- Change to Yarn D and Rep row 2.
- Change to Yarn E and Rep row 2.
- Continue to repeat row 2, changing the yarn colors in the sequence from A to E until the piece measures 30 inches/ 76 cm in length.
- Cut yarn and secure the end with a sl st in the last stitch.
- Weave in all loose ends.
Double Crochet Border
- In Yarn A and with the right side of the work facing, you attach yarn to any corner with a slip stitch.
- Chain 3 (counts as first dc).
- Round 1:
- Work 2 dc into the same corner stitch.
- Side: Work dc evenly along the side.
- Point: When you reach a point in the chevron, work 3 dc into the point stitch.
- Valley: When you reach a valley, dc2tog or skip 1 stitch.
- Corner: Work 3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc in each corner.
- Continue this pattern around the entire blanket.
- Join with a slip stitch to the top of the beginning chain-3.
- 4. Round 2 (Optional):
- Chain 3.
- Work dc in each dc around.
- In each corner ch-2 space, work (3 dc, ch 2, 3 dc).
- Join with a slip stitch to the top of the beginning chain-3.
- Repeat this round as many times as desired.
- 5. Fasten off and weave in ends.
- By following these steps, you can create a beautiful and consistent double crochet border for your chevron baby blanket.
Tips
- Consistency: Maintain consistent tension throughout the border for a neat finish.
- Spacing: Ensure you space your double crochets evenly along the sides to avoid puckering or gaps.
- Customization: You can add more decorative elements like picot edging or a scallop edge if desired.