Easy Crochet Chevron Stitch Pattern Tutorial

Learn how to crochet the chevron stitch pattern with this step-by-step photo + guided video tutorial.

A chevron stitch pattern with a crochet hook.

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In this crochet tutorial, I’m going to show you how to crochet the chevron stitch using only double crochets. This beginner-friendly stitch pattern is made using an easy one-row repeat!

So if you love making double crochets and enjoy one-row repeat stitch patterns, I think you’re going to love this simple tutorial.

It’s perfect for new crocheters as you’re only making one stitch, and great for advanced crocheters looking to add a relaxing stitch pattern to their crochet library.

Alright, let’s get into the nitty-gritty details of making this cool stitch pattern.

First things first, here’s a quick overview of the stitches that are used to make the pattern.

What Stitches Are Used to Make The Chevron Stitch Pattern

The chevron stitch is made up of a combination of chains and cluster stitches. The cluster stitches are made up of three double crochets. So each time the pattern says to make a cluster stitch, you will make 3 double crochets.

Here’s a quick overview of how to make a chain, and how to make a double crochet.

ch – chain: Yarn over, pull through loop on hook.

double crochet: Yarn over, insert hook into stitch, and pull through, yarn over and pull through first two loops on hook, yarn over and pull through last two loops on hook.

Cluster – 3 double crochets in the same stitch.

So now that we covered the stitches that will be used in the pattern, let’s go over some common questions + tips when crocheting the chevron stitch.

Common Questions

What multiple do I use for the chevron stitch pattern?

For this chevron stitch pattern, the multiple is 25 + 3. So you want your foundation chain to be a multiple of 25 and then you want to add 3 extra chains for the turning chain.

What’s the difference between a chevron stitch and a ripple stitch?

Chevron stitches have more defined points when you look at the peaks and valleys of the pattern. Ripple stitches are more subtle (wavey) when you look at the peaks and the valleys.

How many chains do I need to crochet a chevron blanket?

Blankets come in various sizes, so you first have to figure out what size you would like to make (here’s a handy blanket guide). Once you have out your size, then you need to take the multiple of the stitch pattern into account. In this case, the multiple for the chevron stitch is 25 + 3. So you want to chain in multiples of 25 and add 3 chains for the turning chain.

Free Crochet Chevron Blanket Pattern

Here’s a free crochet chevron blanket pattern that’s made with three different colors.

A large crochet chevron blanket that is made with 3 different colors.

Tips for the Chevron Stitch Pattern

One of my first tips is to add stitch markers to every 25th chain. This is going to help you remember where your peaks and valleys are on your pattern. It also helps in counting your chains if you’re making a really big blanket.
My second tip is when you’re working your first double crochet stitch after your valley, make sure you crochet that stitch tight. This will help create a smaller hole (space).
My last and final tip is to relax and have fun when making this stitch pattern. Once you have row 2 down, the pattern becomes really simple. You just have to remember to always have 4 cluster stitches going up, and 4 cluster stitches going down. If you can remember that little sequence, you’re good to go!

So now that we’ve covered the basic questions, as well as some tips, here’s what you’ll need for the tutorial!

Supplies

Supplies you will need to make the chevron stitch:

You can use any size hook. I used a 9.0 mm (N) crochet hook.
Bulky weight yarn or any other yarn that works with your hook size. I used Lion Brand Hue + Me Yarn in the color Salt and Desert for this tutorial.
Stitch markers. You may find stitch markers helpful in knowing where to make a slip stitch when joining the work.
A darning needle and a pair of scissors.

Chevron Stitch Pattern

This chevron stitch pattern is made with a multiple of 25, plus 3. For this tutorial, I’m starting with 53 chains.

Row 1: Place a cluster into the 6th ch from your hook. Skip 2 ch, and work a cluster into the next ch. Skip 2 ch, and work a cluster into the next chain. Skip 2 ch, and work a cluster into the next ch. (you should have a total of 4 clusters going up)

Ch 2, and work a cluster into the next ch. (this creates your peak)

Skip 2 ch, and work a cluster into the next ch. Skip 2 ch, and work a cluster into the next ch. Skip 2 ch, and work a cluster into the next ch. (you should have 4 clusters going down)

Then skip 5 ch (this creates your valley), and work a cluster in the following ch.

Now you’re going to repeat this sequence. Continue by following the repeat down below until you have 3 ch left.

*Skip 2 ch, and work a cluster into the next ch (3 times). Ch 2, and work a cluster into the next ch (peak). Skip 2 ch, and work a cluster into the next ch (3 times). Then skip 5 ch, and work a cluster in the following ch (valley). Repeat from * till you have 3 ch remaining. Skip 2 ch, and work a dc in the last ch.

Row 2: ch 3, turn, skip first space, and work a cluster in the next space (space between the two clusters from the previous row). Continue by working 2 more clusters in the next 2 spaces.

Work another cluster in the next space, ch 2, and work 1 more cluster in the same space (peak).

Now work 3 more clusters in the next 3 spaces. Skip over the 5 ch spaces from the previous row, and work a cluster in the next space (valley).

Now you’re going to repeat this sequence. Continue by following the repeat down below until your last ch space.

*Work 2 clusters in the next 2 spaces. Work 1 more cluster in the following space, ch 2, and work a cluster in the same space (peak). Work 3 clusters in the next 3 spaces. Skip over the 5 ch spaces from the previous row, and work a cluster in the next space. Repeat from * until your last ch space, then work a dc in the ch 3 space.